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Toyota is Considering a Prius Sub-Brand to Compete with Chevy and Honda

There were rumors a while ago that Toyota was considering a small lineup of Prius branded hybrid vehicles...well it looks like Toyota execs have put the topic back on the table. Just as Toyota did with the Scion brand, Toyota could also do something similar with the Prius. It was rumored a while ago that Toyota was considering three different...

Chevy Orlando Concept Shows off its Rear End Before Paris

GM is going to unveil the Chevy Orlando Concept at the Paris Motor Show next month. The automaker released two sketches of the concept earlier this month and now we have a third shot of the rear of the car. The Orlando Concept is a seven-seater MPV that is based on the upcoming Chevy Cruze. The concept is powered by...

2011 Chevy Cruze Could be Priced Higher than its Japanese Rivals

As the world waits for GM's newest small sedan the Chevy Cruze, now comes word that the pricing for the car could be higher than its main competitors. When the 2011 Chevy Cruze is scheduled to arrive in early 2010 as a 2011 model in North America. But when the car finally hits our shores it may be priced higher...

VIDEO: 2011 Chevy Volt Live Unveiling and Behind the Scenes Videos

GM officially unveiled the 2011 Chevy Volt today during its 100-year celebration. Here are a bunch of videos for your enjoyment. Related Stories: 2011 Chevy Volt Officially Unveiled...Finally! Exclusive Lutz Volt Walkaround in the Volt Design Studio Exclusive Welburn and Boniface Volt Walkaround in the Design Studio Volt Reveal Video Eyes On Design (Volt Designers behind the scenes in the studio) Volt Battery Lab...

Lamborghini Mystery Car Headed to Paris…Teaser Image Released

Amid all the Chevy Volt news today, Lamborghini has released a single teaser image of a new mystery Lamborghini that will be officially unveiled next month at the Paris Motor Show. To accompany the photo, Lamborghini released one line of text: "It's not just a new Lamborghini. It's a new world." The photo doesn't reveal much at all about the new car....

2011 Chevy Volt Officially Unveiled…Finally!

After weeks of photo leaks, GM has finally unveiled the 2011 Chevy Volt during the automaker's 100-year celebration today. "Revealing the production version of the Chevy Volt is a great way to open our second century," said Rick Wagoner, GM Chairman and CEO. "The Volt is symbolic of GM's strong commitment to the future ... just the kind of technology...

All-New 2009 Acura TL Starts at $34,955

Acura has announced the pricing for the all-new 2009 Acura TL. The base TL (280 horsepower 3.5L V6) starts at $34,955 and with the Technology Package it is $38,685. The TL equipped with the Super Handling All-Wheel-Drive system and the 305 horsepower 3.7L V6 starts at $38,505 and with the Technology Package it starts at $42,235. Pricing has definitely gone...

Small RWD Cadillac Gets the Green Light

Cadillac is planning on launching a new small rear-wheel-drive sedan that will go head to head with the BMW 3-Series. The 3-Series sized Alpha RWD Cadillac is scheduled for 2011 release date and will replace the slow selling FWD BLS (pictured above) in Europe and be sold in North America as well. The small RWD Alphas will consist of a...

No 2009 Audi RS6 for the US! Start Your Whining Now

Audi has recently confirmed that the US will not receive the 2009 Audi RS6 due to fuel economy and emissions requirements in the US....lame! “We had thought perhaps that it would be possible, given America’s preference for the four-door version instead of the Avant, but the work required on the V10 powertrain to meet the emissions goals hurt the business...

Mitsubishi Releases a Single Teaser Image of a New Model

Mitsubishi has released a single teaser image of a new vehicle that will not be unveiled until October 2nd at the Paris Motor Show. Other than this single teaser image, Mitsubishi is keeping all the details under wraps until the show. Any idea on what it could be? Mitsubishi is also going to show off the Lancer Sportback and Racing Lancer...

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