Marc Carter
2013 Audi RS4 Avant Unveiled with 450-HP
Audi has officially unveiled the 2013 Audi RS4 Avant. The third-generation RS4 Avant is powered by a 4.2L V8 with 450 horsepower and 317 lb-ft. of torque that is mated to a seven-speed transmission and Audi's quattro all-wheel-drive system. The RS4 Avant is powered by the same engine as the RS5 coupe. It reaches 0-62 mph in 4.7 seconds and...
Refreshed 2013 Hyundai Genesis Coupe Starts at $24,250
Hyundai has announced pricing for the refreshed 2013 Genesis Coupe, which starts at $24,250 for the 2.0T model and $28,750 for the 3.8-liter R-Spec model. For the 2013 model year the Genesis coupe gets a refresh with a more aggressive face and more importantly, more power under the hood. The 3.8-liter Lambda DOHC V6 engine gets direct-injection technology, with its...
All-New 2012 Hyundai Azera Starts at $32,000
Hyundai has announced the pricing for the all-new 2012 Hyundai Azera, which starts at $32,000 and $36,000 for the Azera with the Technology Package. The second-generation gets Hyundai's Fluidic Sculpture design language and Azera is powered by a 293 horsepower 3.3L V6 mated to a six-speed automatic transmission. The Azera's powertrain also has an Active Eco system, which modifies engine...
Next Porsche 911 GT3 Will Probably Not Get a Manual Transmission
Manual transmissions are a dying breed, with automakers consistently dropping them from their new models. Porsche has continued to still offer a manual transmission in the 911, with the new 911 even getting a seven-speed manual transmission. But now Inside Line is reporting that Porsche may not offer a manual in the next 911 GT3. 911 project chief, August Achleitner...
Alfa Romeo to Return to US in 2014 with the 4C
The return of Alfa Romeo keeps getting pushed back, but now the latest reports claim that the brand will officially relaunch in the U.S. at the Detroit Auto Show in 2014. Autocar is reporting that Alfa Romeo will return to the U.S. with the unveiling of the production version of the mid-engined 4C sports car at the show. The 4C...
Infiniti Emerg-E Concept Photos Leaked
The first photos of Infiniti's Emerg-E concept have leaked online, in the form of the official patent images. The concept is set to debut at next month's Geneva Motor Show. The Emerg-E concept will utilize a plug-in hybrid powertrain with a range extending internal combustion engine. The concept will feature a mid-engine layout and will also show off Infiniti's new...
Mazda Releases More Takeri Concept Photos Ahead of Geneva Debut
Mazda is bringing its Takeri concept to the Geneva Motor Show next month, which is a preview of the next-generation Mazda6. The Takeri concept is the latest concept to adopt Mazda's 'KODO - Soul of Motion' design theme, which we first saw with the Shinari concept. The Takeri concept is powered by Mazda's new SkyActiv-D diesel engine and its six-speed...
Cadillac Has No Plans for an XTS-V, Larger Cadillac Sedan is Possible
Cadillac unveiled its new flagship sedan, the 2013 XTS late last year. The 2013 XTS is powered by a 300-hp 3.6L direct-injection V6 engine mated to a six-speed automatic. If you were hoping for a more powerful XTS with a V8, it's not gonna happen. Wards Auto is reporting that GM has no plans to create a high-performance XTS-V beause...
BMW Announces 2013 X3 xDrive28i with Turbocharged 4-cyl
BMW has announced that the 2013 BMW X3 will only be powered by twin-turbocharged engines, which means that the X3 xDrive28i is ditching its naturally-aspirated 3.0L six-cylinder engine. In its place, the X3 xDrive28i will be powered by a twin-turbocharged 2.0L four-cylinder engine with 245 horsepower and 258 lb-ft. of torque. According to BMW the new four-cylinder has 40 percent...
Kia Teasers its New Rear-Wheel-Drive 2013 KH Flagship Sedan
Kia has released the first teaser photos and details for its new rear-wheel-drive flagship sedan, codenamed KH. Kia hasn't released the official name of its new sedan, but here's our first look at the new sedan. The "KH" will borrow its platform from Hyundai, but Kia hasn't announced which engines will power the Kia sedan. The rear-wheel-drive Genesis is offered...
