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Maserati owner willingly destroys his Quattroporte
Sunday, May 19, 2013
Protesting over poor service from his dealer, a Maserati Quattroporte owner in China hired a gang of sledgehammer-wielding men to destroy the car... right in front of the building where the Qingdao Auto Show was taking place.
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TF-X, a new flying car to avoid traffic jams
Saturday, May 18, 2013
A Massachusetts-based company called Terrafugia has developed the TF-X flying car, a four-passenger plug-in hybrid with retractable wings. In flight mode, it will have a non-stop range of more than 805 kilometres.
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Tesla looking to repay debt faster
Friday, May 17, 2013
Taking just five years rather than the original 10-year period, Tesla Motors could become the first automaker to repay its loan awarded under the Advanced Technology Vehicles Manufacturing program that was implemented by U.S. President Barack Obama in 2009.
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Toyota Yaris: from France to North America
Thursday, May 16, 2013
Production of the Toyota Yaris in France started last week for export to the U.S., Canada, and Puerto Rico. It's actually the first-ever Europe-built Toyota model exported to North America.
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Meet the Porsche 918 Spyder and all its 887 horses!
Thursday, May 16, 2013
Porsche has released the first pictures of the production 918 Spyder hybrid two-seater and confirmed that total output won't be 718 horsepower as previously announced, but rather 887 horsepower. It combines a mid-mounted 4.6L V8 engine with an electric motor and decoupler on the rear axle, plus an electric motor, decoupler, and transmission on the front axle.
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New 2014 Lexus IS pricing announced
Thursday, May 16, 2013
Set to go on sale in Canada this summer, the all-new 2014 Lexus IS will start at $37,300 and offer no fewer than 22 trim levels, including 10 with an F SPORT package.
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New Mercedes-Benz S-Class world premiere in Germany
Thursday, May 16, 2013
How's that for a model launch: Mercedes-Benz yesterday had the all-new S-Class flown in directly from its birthplace in Stuttgart for its world premiere at Airbus in Finkenwerder on board an Airbus A300-600 DHL cargo plane. Around 750 international guests from the worlds of politics, industry and media attended the event.
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Two 1930 Blower Bentleys ready for Mille Miglia race
Wednesday, May 15, 2013
This year's Mille Miglia race in Italy will feature two unique 4½ litre Supercharged "Blowers"; a 1930 Le Mans race car belonging to perhaps the most famous and daring of the Bentley Boys, and a company demonstrator that is still going strong even after nine decades on the road.
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7 Biggest Car Insurance Fallacies: Setting the Facts Straight about Insurance Coverage
Wednesday, May 15, 2013
The more you know, the better decisions you'll be able to make. This is certainly the case with auto insurance. While simple at first glance, there are myriad details that can be confusing to policyholders. Making matters worse, several insurance myths needlessly complicate the process of buying coverage and taking steps to minimize rates.
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BMW Pininfarina Gran Lusso Coupé teaser
Wednesday, May 15, 2013
BMW Group and Pininfarina will unveil the result of their debut cooperation to the global public on May 24th at the Concorso d'Eleganza Villa d'Este.
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Recall on certain Alfa Romeo and Maserati models
Tuesday, May 14, 2013
The 2008 Alfa Romeo 8C, 2008 Maserati GranTurismo, and 2005-2008 Maserati Quattroporte may suffer from rear suspension tie rods that corrode and eventually fail. A recall has been issued on 376 units in Canada.
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Tesla Model S outsells Mercedes-Benz S-Class!
Tuesday, May 14, 2013
Tesla Motors is on quite a roll: Not only did the small electric car maker sell 4,750 Model S sedans in the first quarter of 2013 (eclipsing the Chevrolet Volt and Nissan LEAF), but it outsold the Mercedes-Benz S-Class (3,077 units), BMW 7 Series (2,338 units), and Audi A8 (1,462 units) as well.
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Nissan to build small cargo van for GM
Tuesday, May 14, 2013
General Motors and Nissan today announced an agreement for Nissan to produce a small cargo van that GM will sell in the United States and Canada as the Chevrolet City Express. Based on the Nissan NV200, it will launch in the fall of 2014.
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Egoista, Lamborghini's road-going stealth fighter
Monday, May 13, 2013
As part of its 50th anniversary celebration, Lamborghini and its head designer Walter De Silva unveiled the Egoista, a supercar concept that represents "hedonism taken to the extreme."
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Minor recall on 2013 Ram 1500 in Canada
Friday, May 10, 2013
On 34 Ram 1500 pickup trucks in Canada, the coolant bypass valve may stick in a position that does not allow coolant flow to the heater core.
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Dodge Dart is Fast and Furious
Friday, May 10, 2013
Similar to Alfa Romeo with the Giulietta, Dodge created three new TV commercials to promote its cars and the upcoming Fast & Furious 6 movie.
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Bentley announces 6 new Le Mans Limited Edition models for North America
Friday, May 10, 2013
As a tribute to Bentley's six victories at the legendary 24 Hours of Le Mans (1924, 1927, 1928, 1929, 1930, and 2003), the British automaker is launching six new Le Mans Limited Edition specifications available on the flagship Mulsanne and the Continental family, exclusively for North America.
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Speed limit proposal threatens Germany's famous autobahn
Thursday, May 09, 2013
Sigmar Gabriel, Chairman of the Social Democratic Party of Germany, recently proposed a 120 km/h speed limit on the autobahn -- where drivers often hit 200 km/h or faster -- and had to face harsh criticism for doing so... even from his own party.
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Subaru Impreza to be produced in North America
Thursday, May 09, 2013
Subaru of Indiana Automotive, Inc. (SIA), the North American manufacturer of Subaru vehicles, will expand its plant in Lafayette, Indiana to shift production of the popular Impreza compact sedan and hatchback from Japan to America.
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Nissan LEAF doubles as British police car
Thursday, May 09, 2013
Following a successful trial last summer, police in West Midlands, England, recently took delivery of 30 Nissan LEAF electric cars to be distributed among the 10 local policing units (LPU). They will be used to attend pre-arranged meetings with crime victims and locals who have contacted the police.
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Lamborghini launches 50th Anniversary Grand Tour
Wednesday, May 08, 2013
Lamborghini is celebrating 50 years in 2013. Today, the exotic Italian automaker kicked off its 50th Anniversary Grand Tour in Milan. The 4-km long convoy of 350 cars is scheduled to arrive in Sant'Agata -- home of the Raging Bull -- on Saturday.
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Buying a car online: watch out for frauds!
Wednesday, May 08, 2013
Earlier this year, we reported that a fake U.S. dealership scammed five people north of the border and stole $200,000 from them. In fact, the RCMP's Canadian Anti-Fraud Centre catalogued more than 1,300 online car sale scams in 2012. However, it's just the tip of the iceberg.
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Chevrolet announces 2014 Silverado 1500 pricing
Wednesday, May 08, 2013
The completely redesigned 2014 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 will arrive in Canadian showrooms this June with a new 5.3L EcoTec3 V8 engine (a 4.3L V6 and 6.2L V8 will be available later).
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Aston Martin One-77 joins Dubai police fleet
Tuesday, May 07, 2013
Police in Dubai are seriously starting to make many exotic car enthusiasts jealous. After purchasing a Lamborghini Aventador and a Ferrari FF, they've just acquired one of only 77 Aston Martin One-77 supercars in the world.
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Alfa Romeo Giulietta: from the big screen to showrooms
Tuesday, May 07, 2013
We've known for a while that the Alfa Romeo Giulietta will star alongside Vin Diesel and Paul Walker in the upcoming Fast & Furious 6 movie. Now, we've found out that the Italian automaker is using some of the footage to launch a new ad campaign. Well done!
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Allgäu-Orient Rally highlighted by miniature MINI convoy
Tuesday, May 07, 2013
The Allgäu-Orient Rally, which is not only regarded as an exceptional adventure for fans of vintage cars and modern classics, but also as a particularly creative charity campaign, caused a stir in Istanbul, Turkey, when 274 out of 350 participants formed the world's longest ever convoy of children's cars.
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Recall on Malibu, Regal and LaCrosse in Canada
Tuesday, May 07, 2013
General Motors of Canada has issued a recall on the 2013 Chevrolet Malibu as well as the 2012-2013 Buick Regal and LaCrosse. A total of 438 units are affected, all with e-Assist.
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From Russia with love
Monday, May 06, 2013
The Web is littered with videos of reckless drivers and spectacular crashes from Russia, but there are some that tell amazing stories of respect, courtesy, altruism, and other exemplary behaviour on the road.
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Recall on 2002-2003 BMW 3 Series
Monday, May 06, 2013
BMW Canada is recalling 3,574 cars due to a faulty airbag. Affected models include the 2002-2003 BMW 3 Series.
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Volkswagen unveils new 4-cylinder engine
Monday, May 06, 2013
Volkswagen recently unveiled a new 4-cylinder engine at its Silao, Mexico plant -- the 100th VW plant in the world -- namely a 2.0L turbocharged and direct-injected TSI.
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Microsoft strives for ''unifying automotive experience''
Monday, May 06, 2013
Microsoft helped develop Ford's SYNC and Fiat's Blue & Me infotainment systems, but now the software giant wants to trump Apple, Google, Blackberry and others by creating a "unifying experience -- bringing together all the features and technologies into one common platform," according to Pranish Kumar, group program manager at Windows Embedded Automotive.
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Pets can be source of driving distractions, too
Friday, May 03, 2013
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) recently published a study that claims drivers who bring their pets along -- and fail to properly restrain them -- are more likely to end up in a crash. In the case of seniors (70 and older), the risk is double.
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CODA files for bankruptcy
Friday, May 03, 2013
Electric car maker CODA has just filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection. The small company sold fewer than 100 units of its namesake model (mostly in California) since it came to market last year.
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Global warming: GM urges Washington to take action
Friday, May 03, 2013
General Motors is the first automaker among 40 major U.S. companies, including IKEA, L'Oréal, Symantec, Unilever, and Adidas, to sign a "Climate Declaration." They are calling for policymakers to address climate change by promoting clean energy, boosting efficiency, and limiting carbon emissions.
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New Land Rover ads not for faint of heart
Thursday, May 02, 2013
We're not exactly sure what to make of these new Land Rover ads, which can just as easily gross you out as they can ignite the urge to seek out new adventures in exotic locations.
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Toyota unveils 2014 4Runner
Thursday, May 02, 2013
Toyota Canada announced that the all-new 2014 4Runner will be available in three trim levels: a well-equipped, value-driven SR5; a top-of-the-line Limited; and a Trail grade for those who want maximum off-road capability.
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Wireless charging for 2014 Jeep Cherokee buyers
Thursday, May 02, 2013
The new 2014 Jeep Cherokee will soon be available with in-vehicle Qi wireless charging. The factory-installed system, located in the centre console, will be part of the optional Uconnect 8.4 package.
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Tesla Model S ready to unseat Chevrolet Volt
Thursday, May 02, 2013
Tesla Motors sold more than 4,750 Model S sedans during the first quarter of this year, earning the company a profit and seriously challenging the Chevrolet Volt and Nissan LEAF.
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Official new look of 2014 Mercedes-Benz S-Class
Wednesday, May 01, 2013
First came a series of interior pictures; now, we have what appears to be the first official image of the new 2014 Mercedes-Benz S-Class' exterior, courtesy of a leak the folks at BlogAutomobile (France) were quick to catch.
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Limited-edition watch marks 50 years of Ford Mustang
Wednesday, May 01, 2013
Picture yourself behind the wheel of a brand new Ford Mustang, eyes staring at the road ahead, the powerful hood, and that shiny new Mustang watch at your wrist. Yep, it's now possible thanks to a partnership between the Blue Oval and Shinola, a Detroit-based luxury goods manufacturer.
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Car Maintenance: Rustproofing Treatments
Wednesday, May 01, 2013
Rust is a yearlong preoccupation for most Canadians. With major temperature changes, a wet climate (that includes acid rain), and an abundance of salt on the roads, conditions are ripe for our vehicles to corrode all the way to the tiniest recesses.
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Report: Fiat plans to buy remaining stock in Chrysler
Tuesday, April 30, 2013
Chrysler-Fiat President and CEO Sergio Marchionne announced that the Italian automaker is negotiating with representatives of the UAW's VEBA health benefits organization to buy the 41.5% share in Chrysler it doesn't already own.
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Toyota develops in-car traffic signal alert system
Tuesday, April 30, 2013
Toyota has developed a new In-car Traffic Signal Alert system that monitors upcoming traffic lights to warn drivers of red lights. By knowing in advance the colour of the light at the next intersection, drivers can better prepare for what's ahead and reduce their speed earlier.
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Teslive to bring Tesla fans together this summer
Tuesday, April 30, 2013
Tesla Motors Club and Tesla Motors have joined forces to create Teslive, an action-packed conference event that will take place July 12-14, 2013 in San Jose, California, near the electric car company's headquarters. Participants will be limited to 300.
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Is hands-free texting as safe as advertised?
Monday, April 29, 2013
A study by the Texas A&M Transportation Institute reveals that voice-to-text applications offer no real safety advantage over manual texting. While they allow hands-free control of smartphone functions and keep the driver's eyes on the road, these apps don't make people any less distracted, apparently.
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Metal-air batteries that provide 1,600 km of range
Sunday, April 28, 2013
An Israeli startup by the name of Phinergy claims it could launch by 2017 a metal-air battery technology that would provide a range of 1,600 kilometres. The struggling electric car market sure could use such a boost to win over potential customers.
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Toyota WE.ME a.k.a. the 100% recyclable car
Friday, April 26, 2013
Toyota's latest environmentally friendly vehicle, called "WE.ME," actually has a polypropylene (polymer) body and all-bamboo interior, making it 100% recyclable.
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1 car per category that must be driven
Friday, April 26, 2013
We auto critics at Auto123.com get to drive news cars every week. Over the years, this equates to hundreds if not thousands of new cars over the years. The following is our list of cars per category that should be on all of our bucket lists.
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Fisker finally looking at bankruptcy
Friday, April 26, 2013
While Fisker's demise has been a foregone conclusion for a little while, it was only on Tuesday that co-founder and COO Bernard Koehler admitted to the U.S. government that "the company may be obliged to seek bankruptcy protection to facilitate its continued efforts to preserve value for all stakeholders."
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Top 10 ugliest cool cars
Friday, April 26, 2013
The hipster movement is not new. Car fanatics have been liking the un-cool, the ugly and the nasty for decades. More than that, cruising the streets with an ugly forgettable disaster of a car takes cohones and chutzpah. Although some of these cars require less of either to be seen in, they remain awful to look at but very chill to have.
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Recall on 2013 Nissan Altima
Thursday, April 25, 2013
Nissan Canada is recalling 10,005 Altima sedans from 2013 due to a spare tire that may have been under- or over-inflated during assembly.
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An updated Toyota Tundra pickup hits the market for the 2014 model year, meaning the second-generation 2007 to 2013 model has transitioned fully into used-truck territory.
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