Yearly Archives: 2007
VW Touareg R50 Unveiled with 313 HP and 553 lb.-ft. of Torque
Volkswagen is going to unveil a new high-performance version of the Touareg SUV at the Australian International Motor Show. VW claims that the Touareg R50 will be one of the most powerful SUVs on the market. The hotted up version of the Touareg features 313 HP and 553 lb.-ft. of torque from its V10 TDI engine. The SUV also features bigger...
Subaru Releases a Third Teaser Image of the WRX STi!
Why?! Just release the actual photos already. Yesterday Subaru released yet another dark teaser image of the upcoming WRX STi. The car is set to be officially unveiled this month at the Tokyo Auto Show. The car is expected to be powered by a 2.5L engine that will put out around 300 horsepower. Full Story: eGMCarTech Related Stories: Official Teaser Image of the...
2009 Acura TSX Spy Photos…Finally More Power from the Smallest Acura
Chris Doane (Brenda Priddy) has caught the upcoming 2009 Acura TSX being tested right outside of Honda's facility in the US. The new car is only slightly larger than the current TSX, but the big news is the addition of more power under the hood. The next TSX will come in two versions. The base model will feature a more...
The AFA Takes Credit for Ford's Declining Sales!! Are they Joking?!
Ok as ridiculous as this story sounds it is true. Ford's sales last month dipped over 20 percent compared to September 2006. The American Family Association is now taking some of the credit for the disappointing sales. In March 2006 the AFA announced a nation wide boycott of all Ford vehicles due to the automaker's unwillingness to pull ads from...
Buy the New Transformers DVD and You Could Win a 2009 Chevy Camaro!
On October 16th the Transformers DVD will finally hit stores. It is being reported that GM is taking part in this release by holding a sweepstakes where three lucky buyers will win a 2009 Chevrolet Camaro. The DVD will include an insert with a special web address where buyers can sign up for marketing stuff and enter to win one...
Toyota Releases 13 New Low-End Versions of the Tundra
In an effort to steal more sales from the "Big 3" Toyota has announced the addition of 13 new variations of the Tundra that are at the lower end. The new Tundra Grade slots in above the plain base Tundra but below the SR5 and Limited models. The new Tundra Grade allows customers access to the CrewMax and Double Cab...
BMW is Going to Sell its 3.0L Diesel in the US…Finally!
It seems that the US always gets screwed compared to the models that Europe and Japan get. This includes diesel vehicles which are finally starting to make a comeback here. By 2009 many of the world's largest automakers will start selling their "clean" diesels in the US and you can now add BMW to that growing list. BMW has revealed...
Neiman Marcus Lexus IS-F Unveiled…Yay Christmas is Almost Here
Although Christmas is still about two and a half months away and Lexus has yet to officially release the high performance IS-F sedan, Neiman Marcus is going to offer a very special edition for the holiday season. For the holiday shopping season, Neiman Marcus has teamed up with Lexus offer the 2008 Lexus IS-F ‘Special Build’ Sedan. Only 50 of...
2008 Pontiac G8 Starts at $27,595 and the V8 Powered G8 GT Starts at $29,995
GM has announced the pricing for one its most anticipated new sedans, the rear-wheel-drive Pontiac G8. The V6 powered model starts at $27,595 and the G8 GT with the V8 powerplant starts at $29,995. The 3.6L V6 puts out 260 horsepower and is mated to a five-speed automatic. The more powerful G8 GT is powered by a 6.0L V8 that...
Mazda Taiki Concept Unveiled…Could This Provide Hints of a New RX-7?
Mazda has unveiled its newest concept, the Taiki ahead of its official unveiling at this month's Tokyo Motor Show. The concept is an evolution of the previous Mazda concept cars, Nagare, Ryuga and Hakaze. The Taiki also features a next-generation rotary engine and enhanced aerodynamic performance (note the rear wheels). More importantly the overall design of the Taiki could provide...
