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VW Design Vision GTI Concept is a 503 Horsepower Dream

Although the new VW GTI's 2.0L engine can generate up to 230 horsepower with the optional performance pack, VW has upped the ante even more with a twin-turbocharged 503-hp 3.0L V6 engine. VW has often been criticized lately because of the fact that its turbocharged 2.0L generates a lot less horsepower than other automakers like Hyundai and Kia, which are...

Star Trek's Spock From Past and Present Go Head to Head in Audi's New S7 Spot (Video)

To get ready for the movie, Audi wants to know what happens when old school goes head to head with new school in a battle of speed and wits? Star Trek fans are getting ready for the next installment of the movie franchise, Star Trek Into Darkness, which opens in theaters on May 17th. To get ready for the movie,...

2014 Chevy Silverado Texas Edition Debuts in San Antonio

GM is introducing a special edition of the all-new 2014 Chevy Silverado, the Silverado Texas Edition, which recognizes the strong bonds between Texans and their trucks. GM is introducing a special edition of the all-new 2014 Chevy Silverado, the Silverado Texas Edition, which recognizes the strong bonds between Texans and their trucks. "The Silverado Texas Edition recognizes the fact that...

Acura Kicks Off Production of the 2014 MDX

Production of the all-new 2014 Acura MDX has kicked off at Honda's plant in Alabama. Production of the all-new 2014 Acura MDX has kicked off at Honda's plant in Alabama. "Today, we celebrate a new Alabama-made vehicle, fueled by the pride of Honda associates who are committed to exceeding the expectations of our Acura customers," said Tom Shoupe, HMA president....

2013 Nissan Leaf Earns "Top Safety Pick" Rating

The 2013 Nissan Leaf has received the Top Safety Pick safety rating from the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS). The 2013 Nissan Leaf has received the Top Safety Pick safety rating from the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS). The LEAF achieved the Institute's highest rating of "Good" in front, side, rollover and rear crash tests. "Driver and passenger...

GM's Mark Reuss Wants a RWD Chevy to Rival the Scion FR-S

Automotive News is reporting that GM North America president, Mark Reuss would love to add a high volume rear-wheel-drive sports car to the Chevy lineup. Automotive News is reporting that GM North America president, Mark Reuss would love to add a high volume rear-wheel-drive sports car to the Chevy lineup. The modestly priced coupe would go head to head with...

2014 BMW i3 EV to be Priced Around $40k

When the BMW i3 electric vehicle arrives this fall, it is expected to be priced around the same price range as the BMW 3 Series, which means that buyers can expect a price tag around $40,000. When the BMW i3 electric vehicle arrives this fall, it is expected to be priced around the same price range as the BMW 3...

Range Rover Sport Hybrid to Debut This Fall

Land Rover has confirmed plans to unveil a new hybrid version of the new Range Rover Sport this fall at the Frankfurt Motor Show. Land Rover has confirmed plans to unveil a new hybrid version of the new Range Rover Sport this fall at the Frankfurt Motor Show. The new hybrid version of the Range Rover Sport will be powered...

2014 Chevy Silverado High Country Unveiled

GM has unveiled the new 2014 Chevy Silverado High Country, which will join the LTZ and Z71 models in the Silverado lineup this fall. GM has unveiled the new 2014 Chevy Silverado High Country, which will join the LTZ and Z71 models in the Silverado lineup this fall. On the outside the Silverado High Country gets a unique chrome grille...

VW Celebrates the One Millionth Scirocco

The original VW Scirocco launched in 1974 and now 39 years and three generations later, VW is celebrating the production of the one millionth Scirocco with the new Scirocco Million special edition. The original VW Scirocco launched in 1974 and now 39 years and three generations later, VW is celebrating the production of the one millionth Scirocco with the new...

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