Marc Carter
Next-Gen 2013 Ford Fusion Hybrid to get 48 MPG?
Ford is planning an onslaught of new models next year, which includes the refreshed Taurus, a new Escape and an all-new Fusion. The all-new 2013 Ford Fusion is expected to enter production early next year, on a new platform that's referred to as CD4. Ford expects a huge sales increase for the next Fusion, with sales in North America increasing...
2012 Chevy Camaro ZL1 to Put Out More than 550-HP and Have Opt. Auto Transmission
GM's Al Oppenheiser recently confirmed more details about the 2012 Chevy Camaro ZL1 at the Camaro homecoming at GM's Oshawa plant. The 2012 Chevy Camaro ZL1 will put out more than Cadillac CTS-V's 550-hp and have an available automatic transmission. The Camaro ZL1 will also get the same Performance Traction Management system as the Corvette ZR1. Production of the 2012 Camaro...
VW Announces 2012 Beetle Black Turbo Launch Edition
VW has officially started taking orders for the all-new 2012 Beetle. If you're super excited to get your hands on the new Beetle, VW is offering a limited-edition Black Turbo Launch Edition, which is only available through Vehicle Pre-Order (VPO) program. The Black Turbo Launch Edition is the first Beetle that is available for order. The Black Turbo launch edition...
VWVortex Creates the 2012 Beetle RS, a 911 GT3 for the Masses
The guys over at VWVortex were recently given a 2012 VW Beetle, in which they then created what you see here. A 2012 VW Beetle that takes inspiration from the Porsche 911 GT3 RS. The 2012 VW Beetle is set to go on sale in October with a starting price at $19,765. Full Story: VWVortex
BMW 6 Series Four-Door Coupe Patent Drawings Leaked
Have more patent drawings leaked of an upcoming model? These are supposedly the patent drawings of the upcoming BMW 6 Series four-door coupe. Last year BMW gave us a preview of its CLS competitor with the unveiling of the Gran Coupe Concept. If these drawings are true, the production version remains pretty close to last year's concept. The patent drawings...
Holden's Engineers Begin Tweaking the 2013 Malibu
Holden's engineers have been tasked with fine tuning the 2013 Chevy Malibu that will go on sale in Australia under the Holden name, late next year. The Malibu is being calibrated at Holden's Lang Lang Proving Ground in Victoria and is also being evaluated on public roads. The engineers are currently calibrating the Malibu for GM's global markets. Holden's team...
Ford to Finally Start Paying Attention to Lincoln… New 2012 MKS and MKT Debut this Fall
Ford has finally fixed its lineup and killed off the Mercury brand, now it's time to finally pay attention to its luxury brand, Lincoln. Compared to GM's Cadillac, it's easy to ignore Lincoln due to its lack of stand out models. Lincoln has been an American luxury brand for 96 years, but today many buyers simply see the brand...
Is Mazda Working on its Next Rotary Engine with Audi?
The Mazda RX-8 is soon to retire. The RX-8 is the only model in the Mazda lineup that is powered by a rotary engine, but Mazda is reportedly working on a new Wankel engine. It's been reported that Mazda is working on a new rotary engine for the RX-8's successor, the RX-9, that will be powered by a rotary...
2012 VW Passat Online Configurator Powers Up… Starts at $19,995
VW Passat fans and anyone that may be interested in the all-new 2012 VW Passat can now build the new sedan on VW's website. The 2012 VW Passat has a lower starting price than the last-generation, at $19,995. For just under $20k you get the Passat 2.5L that is powered by a 2.5L five-cylinder engine with 170 horsepower. The...
2011 BMW M3 Frozen Black Edition Coupe Officially Unveiled for the US… Only 20 Available
BMW has announced that the US is officially getting a version of the M3 Frozen Black Edition Coupe. The 2011 M3 Frozen Black Edition Coupe features BMW Individual Frozen Black exterior paint with a deep metallic luster to accentuate the athletic lines of the legendary M3. Extended Novillo Leather with unique red-contrast stitching is also specified, as are M3...
