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Marc Carter is the Editor-in-Chief and founder of The Torque Report.

Is Porsche Working on a 928 Successor?

There have been rumors in the past that Porsche is planning a new front engine, rear-wheel-drive coupe that would be the spiritual successor to the 928. According to Autocar, Porsche is still working on a new grand tourer that will be based on the next-generation Porsche Panamera. Sources claim that the Porsche grand tourer, which could be named the Porsche...

Audi Gives the 2012 Audi A5 and S5 a Facelift

Audi is giving the A5 lineup a facelift for the 2012 model year. The A5 and the more powerful S5 version get new styling and updated engines. On the outside the 2012 A5 and S5 models get new headlights that are more inline with the A6 and Audi A1 models. The front fascia also gets a new front bumper with...

Cadillac Flagship Sedan Reportedly gets the Green Light

It's been reported for a while that GM is working on a new Cadillac flagship, but now we've received confirmation that a new large Cadillac has been given the official green light. GMI is reporting that GM has fully approved the development of a new Cadillac flagship sedan. The new flagship is expected to ride on a new rear-wheel-drive platform...

2012 Mercedes-Benz ML350 4Matic Starts at $49,865

Mercedes-Benz has announced the pricing for the all-new 2012 Mercedes-Benz M-Class, which starts at $49,865 for the 2012 ML350 4Matic. The third-generation M-Class is going to initially be offered in two versions, the ML350 4Matic and the diesel-powered ML350 BlueTec. The ML350 4Matic is powered by a 302-hp 3.5L V6, while the ML350 BlueTec is powered by a 240-hp 3.0L...

Porsche to Boost Cayenne Production to Meet Increased Demand

Porsche is going to increase production of its popular Cayenne SUV next year after a huge surge in demand increased sales by 37 percent in the first six months of this year. Cayenne production is going to increase by 10 to 20 percent starting in 2012. In some markets delivery times have been as long as 12 months, but Porsche...

VIDEO: 2012 Chevy Camaro ZL1…Listen to Those Sounds

We're still waiting for GM to officially confirm how much power is actually under the hood of the 2012 Chevy Camaro ZL1. In the meantime enjoy these two videos that show off the sound that the awesome supercharged 6.2L V8 makes. Check out the videos after the jump. Camaro5

VIDEO: BMW Presents its First Music Video Starring the 2012 1 Series

BMW has created its first music video, which is the result of a collaboration between BMW Group's Electronic Media Department and creative Munich artists Jonas Imbery and Mirko Borsche. "Check my machine" shows off the production process for the new 2012 BMW 1 Series. Jonas Imbery, who composed the soundtrack stated, "The appeal of the work was to develop a viable,...

VIDEO: Top Gear USA Season 2 Trailer Released

Top Gear USA is coming back for a second season and the History channel has released a teaser of the upcoming season. The trailer for the second season shows off the same hosts as the first season, Tanner Foust, Rutledge Wood and Adam Ferrara. The 2nd season of Top Gear USA kicks off on July 24th at 10/9c. Check out the trailer...

Amex Black Card Holders Reportedly Drive as Many Hyundais as Bentleys

Hyundai has been trying to change its image from a builder of low-priced cars with models like the Genesis and Equus. Although some people may have a hard time buying a Hyundai luxury car, it looks like some of the most wealthiest people are buying Hyundai's luxury models. According to Hyundai CEO John Krafcik, wealthy American Express Centurion Card holders...

50-MPG Chevy Cruze Diesel Confirmed for the US

According to two unnamed sources, GM has officially decided to sell a diesel version of the Chevy Cruze in the US. The Associated Press is reporting that the sources claim that the diesel-powered Cruze will get around 50 miles per gallon and will be here in about two years. GM already has a diesel version of the Cruze in Australia...

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