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

Detroit 2008: Audi R8 V12 TDI Concept Unveiled

Today Audi unveiled the R8 V12 TDI Concept at the Detroit Auto Show. The R8 V12 TDI is powered by a 6.0L V12 TDI engine that produces 500 horsepower and 738 lb-ft. of torque. It also manages to reach 0-62 mph in 4.2 seconds with a top speed over 186 mph. The V12 engine is mated to a six-speed manual...

It's Official! The 2008 Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution Starts at $32,990

Mitsubishi has finally officially released the pricing for the EVO X GSR. Last month there was some speculation that the entry price would be $34k for the GSR, but it looks like the official price is going to come in a little cheaper. The 2008 EVO X GS-R will start at $32,990, which isn't that bad until you start adding...

GM Releases More Spy Photos of the Chevy Camaro

GM has released a second image of a Camaro prototype undergoing testing. Last week Bob Lutz ordered that all camouflage be removed from the Chevy Camaro prototypes so that further aerodynamic and cooling efficiency testing can be done. GM also released on shot of the rear of the car at that time and now we have a second one. Full...

Honda Announces the 2008 Honda Civic Tour with "Panic at the Disco"

Yesterday Honda officially announced the headlining band of its 8th annual Honda Civic Tour. This year Panic at the Disco is going to take the stage for the 8th annual Honda Civic Tour that will hit most of the major cities in the US and a few in Canada. Yesterday's official announcement also involved the unveiling of the Panic At...

Detroit Auto Show Preview: Audi TT-S Unveiled with 268 HP

Audi has officially unveiled the hihg-performance TT dubbed the TT-S ahead of its official debut next week. The Audi TT-S is powered by a 2.0L TFSI engine that puts out 268 horsepower and 258 lb-ft. of torque. An S tronic dual-clutch automatic transmission is available in addition to the six speed manual. the coupe reaches 0-62mph in 5.4 seconds and...

2009 Mitsubishi Lancer Ralliart Caught in a Parking Lot!

Ok, well not just any parking lot. The parking lot of Mitsubishi's US headquarters. That's right the upcoming 2009 Lancer Ralliart is apparently sitting in the parking lot and one of Mitsubishi's loyal employees took a photo of it and here it is...all over the internet. Well either way..this is our first look at the car, sans camouflage. Here are...

VIDEO: Two Minute Knight Rider Trailer Released

Here's the two minute trailer of the upcoming Knight Rider two hour TV-movie. Related Stories: Ford Shelby GT500KR is Officially the New KITT in the Knight Rider Series

Detroit Auto Show Preview: HUMMER HX Concept…Wrangler Competitor?

The smaller than an H3, HUMMER HX Concept has been unveiled prior to its official unveiling at next week's Detroit Auto Show. HUMMER's upcoming Wrangler competitor is powered by a 3.6L SIDI V-6 E85 FlexFuel engine with six-speed automatic transmission. The concept measures just 81 inches (2,057 mm) wide, with a 103-inch wheelbase (2,616-mm). The open air, two door SUV...

Detroit Auto Show Preview: 2009 Cadillac CTS-V Unveiled with 550HP

Cadillac has unveiled the all-new 2009 CTS-V before its official unveiling at next week's show in Detroit. The CTS-V is powered by a 6.2L LSA supercahrged V8 that produces 550 horsepower and 550 lb-ft. of torque. The 2009 CTS-V also comes with new technological features such as Magnetic Ride Control, an industry-first Performance Traction Management program and the addition of...

Detroit Auto Show Preview: Saab 9-4X BioPower Concept Unveiled

Saab is going to unveil the 9-4X BioPower concept, which is Saab's first crossover at the Detroit Auto Show next week. The concept is powered by a 2.0L 4-cylinder turbocharged engine that produces 300 horsepower and 295 lb-ft of torque. The 9-4X BioTurbo also features a six-speed automatic transmission which is mated to Saab's XWD all-wheel-drive system. The concept is...

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