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

VIDEO: Toyota FT-86/ Scion FR-S Shows off its Big Wing

This week new spy photos of the upcoming Toyota FT-86/ Scion FR-S were all over the internet. These photos gave us an even closer look at the final production version, including the addition of a huge rear spoiler. The guys over at ft86club have posted an almost 2 minute video of the FT86 in motion. Check it out after the...

New Baby Jaguar to Come After the Next XF

It's been reported that Jaguar is planning a new entry-level sedan that would compete with the 3 Series and Mercedes-Benz C-Class. According to Autocar the new small sedan will not be released before the next-generation XF. The original plan was to release the new small Jaguar and a SUV based off the same platform by 2014, which was a...

Aston Martin Unveils the V12 Zagato

Happy Friday! Here's your first look at the new Aston Martin V12 Zagato, which is having its world debut at the Villa D'Este Concours. The Aston Martin V12 Zagato is the result of a renewed partnership between Aston Martin and Zagato, which goes back 50 years. The V12 Zagato concept draws inspiration from past models like the DB4GT Zagato, V8...

Audi Has No Plans to Bring the 2012 A6 Avant to the U.S.

Audi officially unveiled the all-new 2012 A6 Avant yesterday, which is slated to go on sale in Europe this summer. When asked if the A6 Avant would be headed to the US, Audi of America spokesman Andrew Lipman said: "We don't have plans to bring the A6 Avant to the U.S." Audi currently sells the 2011 A6 Avant in...

Mini Rocketman Reportedly Gets the The Go Ahead for Production

Mini unveiled the Rocketman concept at the Geneva Motor Show in March and immediately rumors started to circulate that the small Mini concept could enter production. Well there are now new reports that indicate that the Rocketman is headed for production. According to Auto Express, the Mini Rocketman could officially enter production as early as 2014. The Mini Rocketman would...

Ferrari Superamerica 45 Unveiled Ahead of Debut at Villa d'Este

At this year's Villa d'Este Concorso d'Eleganza, Ferrari is going to unveil the Superamerica 45, a unique one-off model. The Superamerica 45 was styled by Ferrari Design and engineered and built-in house. The car was comissioned by collector Peter Kalikow to celebrate 45 years since he first became a Ferrari client. The design is bespoke, featuring a carbon-fibre rotating hard-top...

More Details Surface About Kia's GTI Fighter

Kia recently confirmed that it is developing a special Pro-Cee'd that will be a VW GTI rival. The new high-performance Kia will be based on the next-generation model and will be powered by a new direct-injection 1.6L engine with at least 200 horsepower. It was originally thought that Kia would use a larger 2.0L engine, but to keep costs down,...

Chrysler's Ram is Planning a Honda Ridgeline Competitor

Chrysler's Ram truck brand is reportedly working on a new light-duty front-wheel-drive truck that will be based on a new minivan platform. According to the latest reports, the new truck is expected to be aimed at truck buyers that would rather trade fuel economy for the hauling capabilities of larger full-size trucks. The Ram truck's main competitor will be the...

2012 Audi A6 Avant Officially Unveiled

Audi has taken the wraps off the wagon version of the new 2012 A6, the A6 Avant. The new A6 Avant adopts the all-new styling of the sedan version, but in a more versatile package. It will be available with a choice of six engines in Europe: two gasoline engines and four diesel units. The most powerful engine will...

Nissan 370Z GT Edition Released in the UK… Celebrates 40 Years of the Z

Nissan is celebrating 40 years of the Z with the 370Z GT Edition in the UK. The 370Z GT Edition gets unique colors, GT stripes, darkened 19inch RAYS forged alloy wheels and a number of significant suspension and equipment changes. The 370 GT Edition is available in Pearl White, Kuro (metallic) black and Black Rose. Changes to the chassis...

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