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Aston Martin V12 Zagato Production Version Unveiled, Only 150 Will be Built

Aston Martin has released the first official photos and specs for the production version of the V12 Zagato. The V12 Zagato is the result of a renewed partnership between Aston Martin and Zagato. Aston Martin 's CEO, Dr Ulrich Bez stated, "Our relationship with Zagato stretches back more than 50 years. Together in that time we have created a series...

Chevy Cruze Wagon Will be Unveiled in Geneva

GM has announced that a wagon version of the popular Chevy Cruze will debut next month in Geneva. This will mark the introduction of the third version of the Cruze, after the sedan and five-door hatchback versions that are available in Europe. "The Cruze Station Wagon caters to an important market segment. It ticks all the boxes for European drivers...

2013 Mitsubishi Outlander Previewed Ahead of Geneva Debut

After releasing a teaser photo of the new 2013 Mitsubishi Outlander, we now have our first official look at the all-new Outlander ahead of its debut next month at the 2012 Geneva Motor Show. Mitsubishi has released a single photo of the new Outlander. The third-generation 2013 Outlander will remain about the same size as the current model, but will...

2013 Ford Shelby GT500 Convertible Debuts in Chicago

Ford has unveiled the 2013 Ford Shelby GT500 Convertible at the Chicago Auto Show. Like the coupe version, the Shelby GT500 Convertible is powered by a supercharged 5.8L V8 that packs 650 horsepower and 600 lb.-ft. of torque, making it the most powerful production V8 in the world. The V8 is mated to a standard six-speed manual. According to Ford,...

2013 GMC Acadia Gets a New Face

GM has unveiled the new 2013 GMC Acadia and Acadia Denali at the Chicago Auto Show, which gets a redesigned front fascia, an updated interior and new features. The front of the 2013 Acadia has been updated face with a more prominent, chiseled, three-bar grille that brings it more inline with other GMC models like the Terrain. The face also...

2013 Hyundai Elantra Coupe Expands the Elantra Lineup

Hyundai's Elantra lineup now includes three models, with the introduction of the five-door 2013 Elantra GT and now the 2013 Elantra Coupe, both of which are debuting today in Chicago. The 2013 Elantra coupe adopts Hyundai's "Fluidic Sculpture" design theme and from the side it features a a wedge-like sport coupe silhouette. The Elantra Coupe rides on a 106.3-inch wheelbase...

2013 Hyundai Elantra GT is the i30 for North America

Hyundai has taken the wraps off the 2013 Elantra GT at the Chicago Auto Show. The five-door Elantra GT is based on Europe's i30 and will go on sale this summer. "Elantra GT is a fun-to-drive, functional, five-door compact hatchback," said Mike O'Brien, vice president, Product and Corporate Planning, Hyundai Motor America. "Elantra GT is the latest example of how...

2013 Acura RDX Officially Unveiled

The 2013 Acura RDX was also unveiled in concept form last month, just like the ILX compact sedan. And just like the 2013 ILX, the production version of the 2013 RDX crossover is debuting this week in Chicago. The second-generation 2013 Acura RDX has grown up a bit with more "sophisticated" styling and a new engine, transmission and all-wheel-drive system....

2013 Acura ILX Officially Debuts in Chicago

Following the unveiling of the ILX concept at the Detroit Auto Show last month, Acura has taken the wraps off the production version that will go on sale this spring. The 2013 Acura ILX compact sedan is position as a gateway model to the Acura brand. It's based on the Honda Civic and has three different powertrain options. The base...

2013 Nissan 370Z Gets Some Small Updates

Nissan is unveiling a slightly revised 2013 370Z at the Chicago Auto Show, this week. Most people probably won't even notice the updates, but there are a few. For starters the front fascia has been slightly tweaked with new vertical LED daytime running lights. The new 370Z also rides on new 18 or 19-inch wheels and Sport Package equipped models...

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