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Jeep Unveils Limited-Edition 'Altitude' Grand Cherokee, Compass and Patriot Models

Thanks to the positive response that Jeep received for the "blacked-out" production-intent Grand Cherokee concept and the related "Name My Ride" contest, Jeep has announced it will produce three new limited-edition Jeep vehicles: the Grand Cherokee, Compass and Patriot Altitude models. In January, Jeep introduced unveiled the "blacked-out" production-intent concept Grand Cherokee at the Houston Auto Show, and connected with...

Dodge Enters Global RallyCross with the 2013 Dodge Dart

Dodge and SRT Motorsports have announced that a 2013 Dodge Dart rally car piloted by four-time Rally America Champion and 17-time X Games Gold Medalist Travis Pastrana will compete in the 2012 Global RallyCross Championship (GRC) Series. "At Dodge, racing is an integral part of our heritage and embodies our competitive spirit, so we're very excited to announce the next...

Revised 2013 BMW X1 Will be Unveiled in New York and On Sale in the U.S. this Summer

BMW has confirmed that the X1 crossover will finally be offered in the U.S. this summer. After many delays due to overwhelming demand in Europe, BMW's smallest crossover is headed to the States. BMW will show off a revised 2013 X1 at the upcoming 2012 New York Auto Show on April 4th. It will be offered in the U.S....

Kia Rio Beats the Hyundai Accent and Chevy Sonic in Consumer Reports Subcompact Test

Consumer Reports has announced the latest results of its subcompact sedan test, in which the Kia Rio outpointed the Hyundai Accent and Chevy Sonic as the top rated sub-compact sedan in CR's tests. "Subcompact cars were once collectively known as "penalty boxes" for their noisiness, rudimentary interiors, uncomfortable rides, and weak performance. But now improved redesigns, combined with an affordable...

2013 Subaru XV Crosstrek to Debut in New York

Subaru has announced plans to expand its lineup with the 2013 Subaru XV Crosstrek that will officially debut at the 2012 New York Auto Show. The XV Crosstrek shares its platform with the Impreza. The 2013 XV Crosstrek is powered by a 148-horsepower 2.0-liter BOXER engine, teamed to Symmetrical All-Wheel Drive via a five-speed manual transmission or available second-generation Lineartronic...

2012 Chevy Sonic Turbo Gets a Six-Speed Automatic

GM has announced that the Chevy Sonic Turbo is now available with either a manual or automatic transmission, for those customers that were turned off by the standard manual. "Providing the option of a turbocharged engine to our non-stick driving Chevy customers allows us to offer everyone the thrill and power of a fuel-efficient Ecotec 1.4L powerplant," said Jim...

Nissan Releases Another 2013 Altima Teaser Photo

Nissan has released the fourth teaser photo of the all-new 2013 Nissan Altima that is going to be unveiled at the 2012 New York Auto Show at the beginning of April. The latest photo shows off the profile of the new Altima. According to Nissan, "the sculpted bodyside surface communicates forward motion and aerodynamics even when standing still."

Fisker Teases the Nina Plug-In Hybrid Sedan Ahead of its Unveiling in New York

Fisker has released a teaser image of its next model, dubbed the Nina, which will be unveiled at the 2012 New York Auto Show, next month. Fisker did not release any other details about the new mid-size sedan, that will go head to head with the Tesla Model S. The extended range sedan will be powered by a BMW four-cylinder...

2013 Mercedes-Benz GLK Gets a Facelift for New York

Mercedes-Benz has given its smallest SUV, the GLK a facelift for the 2013 model year. The 2013 GLK gets a refreshed exterior, more standard equipment and a new diesel engine. On the outside the 2013 GLK now has a more athletic look with styling cues borrowed from the current Mercedes-Benz sedans. It gets new headlights with LED daytime running lights,...

2013 Scion FR-S Officially Starts at $24,200

Scion has officially announced the pricing for the much anticipated 2013 Scion FR-S, which is Scion's version of the Toyota 86 and Subaru BRZ coupes. For just under $25k you get the FR-S equipped with a manual transmission. It's powered by a 2.0L boxer engine with 200 horsepower and 151 lb-ft. of torque that sends its power to the rear...

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