Marc Carter
2013 Lexus GS to Get a Four-Cylinder Diesel?
The next-generation Lexus GS is almost here with our first look coming in just a few weeks at the Pebble Beach Concours d'Elegance. While it's already been confirmed that the GS will be offered with a V6 and a hybrid setup, sources also claim that a diesel engine could also going to be offered. If Lexus really wants to go...
2012 Ford Explorer 2.0L EcoBoost Gets 20/28 MPG
Ford's 2012 Explorer is about to become the most fuel-efficient seven-passenger SUV available. The EPA has just certified the 2012 Ford Explorer with the 2.0-liter EcoBoost four-cylinder engine. The Explorer will be the first Ford to offer the 2.0L EcoBoost engine in North America. The EPA has officially certified the 2.0L engine at 20 mpg in the city and 28...
First 2012 Audi TT RS Finds a Home in Texas
The Audi RS line is finally being offered in the U.S. again and its first new model is the 2012 TT RS. Audi's TT RS is officially on sale and the first one has been claimed by a guy in Texas. The first 2012 Audi TT RS has found a home with veteran race car driver Don Istook. Istook was...
VIDEO: Pre-Production 2013 Lexus GS 350 Hits the Track
Lexus has already confirmed that the 2013 Lexus GS 350 will debut at the Pebble Beach Concours d'Elegance on August 18. Lexus also recently allowed journalists the opportunity to get behind the wheel of pre-production version of the new GS. This video shows off a heavily disguised pre-production 2013 GS 350 doing laps on a track. The 2013 Lexus GS...
2012 Maserati GranTurismo MC Starts at $143,400
The 2012 Maserati GranTurismo MC is being labeled as the fastest Maserati ever in the U.S. and starts at $143,400, which includes the $1,700 gas guzzler tax and $1,800 destination charges. The GranTurismo MC is powered by Maserati's 4.7L V8 that puts out 444 horsepower and 376 lb-ft. of torque. The V8 is mated to a ZF six-speed automatic that...
Mazda Unveils the Black Edition MX-5 and Mazda2
Mazda has introduced the Black limited edition versions of the MX-5 and Mazda2 for the UK market. What's interesting is that the two limited edition models aren't actually "black." The Black limited edition models are inspired by the MX-5 GT race car. The MX-5 Sport Black gets a black retractable hard-top, while the rest of the car can be selected...
Spy Shots: 2012 Honda CR-V Prototype Hits Blogger
This is an interesting story for a couple of reasons. First: It looks like a 2012 Honda CR-V prototype recently collided with a Toyota Highlander on California's P.C.H. Luckily it doesn't appear that anyone was badly hurt in the collision that involved the heavily camouflaged 2012 CR-V test mule and a few Toyotas. Second: I heard about this accident...
GM Studied Lots of Bottoms for the 2013 Chevy Malibu's Seats
GM is releasing an all-new Chevy Malibu for the 2013 model year. GM is putting the final touches on the new Malibu including optimizing its seats. The Chevy Malibu has to appeal to many different buyers of all shapes and sizes in order to be successful. GM's engineers and designers from all around the world have provided input into the...
Chrysler's SRT8 Models to Get Optional 570-HP Supercharged V8?
Chrysler is serious about its new SRT8 versions of the Jeep Grand Cherokee, Dodge Charger and Challenger and Chrysler 300. All four models are being offered for the 2012 model year with a 470 horsepower 6.4L V8. But what if you were hoping for even more power? Well the latest rumors claim that Chrysler is planning even more powerful...
Hyundai Confirms that the 2012 Hyundai Azera Will Debut in LA
Hyundai has announced today that the all-new 2012 Hyundai Azera will debut at the Los Angeles Auto Show in November. Hyundai didn't announce any other details about its large front-wheel-drive sedan, but it's expected that the 2012 Azera will essentially be the Grandeur sedan (above), which is sold outside of the U.S. A new Azera is definitely needed since...
