Marc Carter
is Toyota Working on a Sportier iQ?
It looks like Toyota may be working on a sportier version of the iQ minicar thanks to the recently patent renderings that have been leaked. The guys over at Carscoop have uncovered renderings that show an iQ fitted with a wide body kit with a front fascia that has a large front grille and side openings. The kit also...
VW to Release a Range Rover Evoque Rival by 2014
VW unveiled the Cross Coupe concept at this year's Tokyo Motor Show, which was a preview of the design of VW's future SUVs and a possible new model that would be smaller than the Tiguan. According to VW R&D boss Ulrich Hackenberg, VW is reportedly using the concept to test reaction to a new compact crossover that would go head...
Next-Gen Subaru WRX to get Turbocharged 2.0L BRZ Engine with 270 HP
Subaru has confirmed that the next-generation Subaru WRX will be powered by a 270 horsepower turbocharged version of the 2.0L engine that powers the 2013 Subaru BRZ. Currently the WRX is powered by a 265 horsepower 2.5L engine. The new smaller engine will pack slightly more power and is expected to also be more fuel efficient that the current...
Audi's BMW X6 Rival Confirmed
It's already been rumored, but now we have a confirmation from Walter de' Silva, design boss at VW that Audi is going to release a rival to the BMW X6. Ever since rumors started about an Audi rival, it's been dubbed the Audi Q6, since it will slot in between Audi's Q7 and Q5 crossovers. De' Silva didn't release...
Nissan Unveils New Track Pack for the GT-R
Nissan has already announced that the 2013 Nissan GT-R is getting some power upgrades in the form of 545 horsepower and 463 lb-ft. of torque from its supercharged 3.8L V6. If the upgrades are still not enough and you want an edge on the track, Nissan is going to offer a new Track Pack for the GT-R. On the...
2012 Toyota Camry Gets Five-Star NHTSA Safety Rating
The 2012 Toyota Camry has earned the top five-star safety rating from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). "We are very pleased that the all-new 2012 Camry has earned a five-star composite safety rating from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). The fact that the Camry earned this five-star overall score after enduring a more rigorous NHTSA...
2013 Dodge Dart to Get 9-Speed Transmission and 40 MPG
Yesterday Chrysler gave us our first official look at the 2013 Dodge Dart compact sedan. Chrysler CEO Sergio Marchionne stated when the photos were released that Chrysler expects the Dart to get at least 40 mpg. The 2013 Dodge Dart will be powered by three engines, a 2.0L and 2.4L engine as well as a small 1.4L turbocharged engine. Initially...
Smart For-Us Pickup Concept to Debut in Detroit
Smart's current small two-seater ForTwo model is great for trying to fit into tiny parking spots in the city, but it's tiny size leaves little room for anything besides you and your one friend. Well what if Smart were to make a larger model, that was still a two seater, but had more room for your stuff? Smart has...
Toyota Prius GT300 Race Car Slated to Race in Japan's Super GT
Subaru recently announced that the 2013 Subaru BRZ is going to race in Japan's Super GT next year and now Toyota's Prius is rumored to enter the race as well. Motorpassion F1 has reported that next year's Super GT series will see the Toyota Prius as well as Honda's CR-Z hybrid compete in the GT300 class. We'll have all the details...
Toyota to Export U.S. Made Camrys to South Korea
Toyota has announced plans to export Camry sedans made in the U.S. to South Korea. Toyota plans to initially export 6,000 units annually. This is the first time that the U.S.-made Camry has ever been exported outside of North America. "We are pleased with the reaction that the redesigned Camry is receiving from our customers, and the sales success it is...
