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Existing hybrid technology uses electrical energy stored in a battery to power an electric motor connected to an internal combustion engine, but there are other ways of harnessing electrical energy...
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2010 Aston Martin Rapide Debuts At Frankfurt Auto ShowFirst deliveries of the 2010 Aston Martin Rapide will commence early next year and will be available globally through Aston Martin’s 125 strong dealership network
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Video: Switzer R850 Nissan GT-R Tuned For Race FuelThe new race-gas tune bumps wheel horsepower up to 740+
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1965 Shelby Daytona Coupe Sells For Record $7.25 MillionHand-made in Modena, Italy, by Carozzeria Grand Sport, the Shelby Daytona Cobra Coupe is still undeniably an all-American car. Built to dominate the FIA's GT class, the Shelby and its team were the first Americans to take on and beat Ferrari on the world stage–clinching the championship on...
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Schumacher Cancels F1 Comeback Due To InjuryFerrari test driver Luca Badoer will now replace the injured Felipe Massa.
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Arden Works Over The 2010 Jaguar XKR ConvertibleGerman tuner Arden has a penchant for taking British cars and tuning them into performance powerhouses, and we've already seen the work it’s engineers have done on Land Rover, Mini, Bentley and Jaguar models. It is this last brand, Jaguar, that the company really specializes in, and while it...
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In several other markets around the world, the Acura TSX is sold as the Honda Accord Euro alongside the bigger but less expensive Accord. Back at March’s Geneva Motor Show, Honda unveiled a... -
Ross Brawn could lose license for speeding in the UKRoss Brawn could lose his license after police caught him doing 100mph in his Mercedes road car in a 70mph speed zone on the A30 (UK). Referring to the May 30 incident, his lawyers wrote to magistrates asking for a court adjournment because the Brawn GP team owner and boss is currently abroad. The...
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Elite unveils hardcore, lightweight LMV/R Aston Martin VantageThere's no shortage of customized or modified Aston Martins, Ferraris, Lamborghinis and Porsches, but few go as all-out toward pure, unadulterated speed as the Elite LMV/R. Comparing its creation to Lamborghini's Superleggera cars or Ferrari's Scuderia and Stradale offerings, the Elite LMV/R, based...
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Piquet Jr. cut from Renault F1 team, calls Briatore his "executioner"Nelson Piquet Jr. on Monday confirmed he has been ousted from the Renault team. In a statement posted on his official website, the 23-year-old Brazilian said it is "with disappointment" that he has been served notice that he will be replaced. "But, at the same time, I feel a sense of relief for the...
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Tata: All future Jaguar and Land Rover models will feature aluminum bodiesJaguar is known for its use of aluminum in the construction of some of its models, and the weight and dynamic advantages that this approach offers compared to traditional steel-bodied automobiles. Now, it has been revealed by Tata Motors chairman Ratan Tata that all future Jaguar and Land Rover...
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Build your own Jaguar XJ with new configuratorJaguar has launched a dedicated website for its new 2010 XJ sedan, with a number of interesting features to keep potential customers and the curious interested in the car. The site showcases the design and engineering elements what went into creating the svelte new Jaguar, and includes a...
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Windows Mobile devices have been doing it for years. Palm devices for even longer. So why haven't high-end luxury cars offered handwriting recognition as a standard feature yet? That question may... -
Renault confirms Penske seeking cars for Saturn brandSpeculation on Renault's interest in Saturn has been circulating since GM's bankruptcy filing began looking like a certainty, but it was Roger Penske's Penske Automotive Group that won the bid to buy the carmaker. Now, however, Renault may yet get a chance at some involvement, with confirmation...
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Buy a boat, get a free BentleyWith the current recession making it difficult to sell exorbitant luxury items, some businesses have resorted to big incentive programs and discounts to move their products. However, we doubt many are trying to attract customers with the offer of a free Bentley with their purchase as Pearl Motor...
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Tire manufacturer Kumho unveils ‘green’ Fortis conceptKumho appears to be a tire manufacturer with a little bit of a conscience. It produces millions of tires for today’s SUVs, but is acutely aware that such vehicles will have to change dramatically if they are to survive ever greener vehicular legislation. They will also have to provide a...
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British firm Eagle offers perfectly restored Jaguar E-Type modelsFor many, Jaguar's 1961 E-Type epitomized the perfect sports car: powerful performance, stunning good looks and Jaguar build quality. But while many have admired the car from afar, few have taken up the obsession that British company Eagle now holds for the E-Type, having operated for over 27 years...
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Report: Toyota planning production of two new hybrids in EuropeToyota has some bold plans for its hybrid lineup in Europe. The auto giant will reportedly launch a new entry-level, dedicated hybrid Lexus hatchback in Europe next year and now it’s claimed Toyota will also start production of another hybrid model in France. While the Lexus version will be...
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Automakers and law enforcement seem to have a knack for joining together, especially when it comes to high-performance pursuit vehicles that give the car companies free publicity and provide the... -
Reiter Debuts New Lamborghini, Fit for FrancorchampsThe latest version of the Lamborghini Murcielago doesn't come from the factory. Maybe from hell instead? It's Reiter's newest race-ready version of the outgoing Lambo supercar, and it's headed for an FIA-sanctioned event next year. The new Reiter Lamborghini LP670 R-SV has been shown at the 24...
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Report: Jaguar-Land Rover posts $1.1 billion loss for 2008Despite Jaguar unveiling stunning new models such as the new XF and sales of the Range Rover luxury SUV still going strong, the Jaguar-Land Rover duo were still unable to turn a profit for 2008, even coming from a positive start to the year. The lack of profits is being blamed on the global...
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Return to form for former heroes at Hungarian GPThe race for the 2009 world championship took a sharp turn in Hungary on Sunday, as the sport’s former top drivers showed a return to form. Title contenders Jenson Button and Sebastian Vettel both struggled: the Brawn driver just seventh at the chequered flag with tire wear problems, and Red...
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Aston Martin One-77 supercar headed to Nurburgring for final testingAston Martin's amazing One-77 appeared out of nowhere and stunned the motoring world with its bold design and exorbitant price tag, which is expected to run in the vicinity of $2 million. The current model being shown around the world is a prototype of what will be a future production version, and...
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Live shots of Ferrari’s ‘Laboratorio Technologico’ 599XXBack at March’s Geneva Motor Show Ferrari gave the world a preview of its latest ‘Laboratorio Technologico’ 599XX experimental car, but apart from a single live image few visual details of the car were revealed. Today, we have a gallery of live images, showcasing every minor...
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