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Bill Gates' first Porsche now up for bid
Friday, May 18, 2012
The first-ever Porsche owned by Bill Gates, a 1979 911 Turbo that he purchased a few years after founding Microsoft with Paul Allen, is now up for bid in Austria.
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Steve Jobs dreamed of an iCar
Friday, May 18, 2012
According to J.Crew CEO and Apple board member Mickey Drexler, Steve Jobs had dreamed of one day developing his own automobile since he believed American automakers paid no real attention to styling.
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New Mercedes-Benz G 65 AMG to wreak absolute havoc
Friday, May 18, 2012
As it turns out, we hadn't seen it all yet. Hot on the heels of the mightily impressive 544-horsepower G 63 AMG, Mercedes-Benz is launching the new 612-horsepower G 65 AMG that produces a class-leading 738 pounds-feet of torque.
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Fiat Abarth 695 Edizione Maserati: a colourful tribute
Friday, May 18, 2012
In order to celebrate the 30th anniversary of the Mille Miglia Storica, inspired by what Enzo Ferrari once called ''the most beautiful race in the world,'' Fiat designed the new Abarth 695 Edizione Maserati as a tribute to two automotive legends: Karl Abarth and Alfieri Maserati.
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2012 Worthersee: VW showcases two GTI concepts
Friday, May 18, 2012
The city of Worthersee, Austria has been hosting the world's largest Volkswagen gathering for more than three decades. And this year, fans coming from all over Europe get to see some pretty exciting models.
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Statement by Acura Regarding Power Steering Hose Recall: 2007-2008 Acura TL
Thursday, May 17, 2012
Acura will voluntarily recall approximately 4,266 model-year 2007-2008 TL sedans in Canada to replace the power steering hose. Over time, the power steering hose in affected vehicles may deteriorate and develop a fluid leak. A power steering fluid leak could lead to a loss of power steering assist. Power steering fluid leaking onto a hot catalytic convertor may generate smoke or, in the worst case, lead to an under-hood fire. No accidents, injuries or fires related to this issue have been reported.
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GM announces first RWD Chevy in 17 years
Thursday, May 17, 2012
General Motors today announced the return of a V8-powered, rear-wheel-drive performance sedan to America after a 17-year absence. Named SS, it will become Chevrolet's next NASCAR Sprint Cup contender and debut in its race configuration at the 2013 Daytona 500.
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Holden cars soon to be confirmed for the US
Wednesday, May 16, 2012
Holden's worst kept secret will reportedly become official by the end of the week. Facing major financial problems, the Australian manufacturer will export thousands of Commodore sedans to the United States starting in 2013. They will be sold as Chevrolet SS (SuperSport) models.
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Local Motors: The Company
Friday, May 18, 2012
Sometimes, ideas are so brilliant, so good, that they affect the world in countless ways. For example, Ralph B. Rogers had many ideas in his day, including working with Cummins Diesel Engine early on, making Indian motorcycles lighter to go faster and to co-found the Children's Television Workshop which created one of the best-known children television show in history. You may have heard of it: Sesame Street.
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Lexus Canada releases pricing for the 2013 RX
Wednesday, May 16, 2012
The Lexus RX defined the luxury SUV when it debuted in 1998, and for 2013 the pursuit of perfection in Canada's most popular - and Canadian-built - Lexus is better than ever.
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135is: A quicker BMW 1-Series for 2013
Wednesday, May 16, 2012
BMW announced today they would launch of a new, faster 1-Series model - the 135iS - offered, as early as this fall, both in coupé and convertible.
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An 8-cylinder McLaren available soon?
Tuesday, May 15, 2012
Car and Driver revealed that McLaren is grooming a V8, roadster version of the MP4-12C, scheduled to come out later this year.
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Tom Tom brings out more new GPS
Saturday, May 19, 2012
Last week Tom Tom launched the 1605 GPS, which, at 6 inches, has presently the biggest screen on the market. Now comes the Via 135 TM.
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No two-seater Porsche for now
Tuesday, May 15, 2012
Porsche's CEO, Matthias Mueller stated his company would not build any two-seater sports car, at least not for the moment.
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AJAC Brighton to London Eco-Run - Day 3
Friday, May 11, 2012
Day three of AJAC's Brighton to London Eco-Run began in the hallowed, ivy-covered halls of McMaster University with a compelling speech by Dr. Ali Emadi - the world's foremost expert on hybrid and electric powertrain technology.
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HomeLink 101
Wednesday, May 16, 2012
You know those three little buttons on the driver's sunshade or the overhead console? Well, they can do a lot of things for you.
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Pricing of the Chevrolet Spark revealed
Tuesday, May 15, 2012
Thanks to its $13,495 price tag and three trim options (LS, 1LT and 2LT), the new Chevrolet Spark is expected to sell fast this summer! Backed by the category's best warranty (five-year, 160,000 km), it also has the best cargo and interior space of its class, which comprises the Fiat 500, Smart Fortwo and Scion IQ.
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Chevrolet brings out all-new SUV
Monday, May 14, 2012
Chevrolet launched today a brand new small SUV called the Trax. Official debuts are scheduled for September at the Paris auto show.
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A MINI on the Nürburgring Nordschleife
Monday, May 14, 2012
The fastest MINI ever produced, the John Cooper Works, covered the gruelling 20.83-kilometre long Nürburgring Nordschleife in 8min23s - 19 seconds faster that the older MINI Cooper S, back in 2006 -.
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Tribute to Carroll Shelby
Monday, May 14, 2012
On May 10, 2012, the world lost one of its greatest personalities, automotive legend Carroll Hall Shelby.
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New study on CO2 emissions shows growing problem
Monday, May 14, 2012
A recent study by the International Council for Clean Transportation (ICCT), based in Washington, reveals that CO2 emissions from vehicles are not dropping as fast as expected.
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A 5,000 km EV trip across Africa
Friday, May 11, 2012
France's Xavier Chevrin is set for quite a trip. This is the guy who travelled 13,400 kilometres from Shanghai to Paris in an electric car two years ago. Now, he's heading to Nairobi, Kenya, where he will embark on a 5,000 km adventure that should take him to Johannesburg, South Africa, by the end of June.
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TomTom releases its biggest navigation system yet
Friday, May 11, 2012
On Wednesday, TomTom announced the new VIA1605 TM navigation system for North America. Similar to Europe's Start 60, it features the largest screen of all TomTom's portable navigation devices at 6''. The bigger menus and buttons also make input simpler.
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VW Passat sets new hypermiling record
Sunday, May 13, 2012
Volkswagen is convincingly running away with the fuel economy crown. After a Passat 1.6 BlueMotion managed to cover 2,457 kilometres across Europe on a single tank of diesel, an American couple from Houston, TX completed a 2,617 km drive to Sterling, VA without filling up even once.
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April 2012 Sales
Friday, May 11, 2012
The auto industry can change a lot from one month to the next. While Land Rover recorded another sales increase of 50% or more from the same period in 2011, Mazda suffered a 6% drop. Among domestic manufacturers, only Chrysler posted an improvement in April, albeit a very modest one at 3%. Ford and General Motors closed the month with a loss of 5% and 6%, respectively.
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A sixth model from Porsche?
Friday, May 11, 2012
Auto Bild reports that Porsche is planning to launch a smaller variant of the Panamera sedan that could seriously rival the Mercedes-Benz E-Class and CLS-Class. Code-named Pajun, it would hit the market around 2017 at a price set anywhere between 65,000 and 100,000 euros ($84,000 and $130,000).
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Beetle Fender to resonate all the way to showrooms
Friday, May 11, 2012
Unveiled at the 2011 Frankfurt Auto Show, the Volkswagen Beetle Fender concept is a tribute to the famous guitar brand. Given the positive response, the German automaker decided to launch a special package for future Beetle customers.
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Tesla Model S on sale earlier than expected
Friday, May 11, 2012
Tesla Motors will begin deliveries of the Model S in June, a bit earlier than what the electric car manufacturer had initially projected. The new sedan is expected to account for 90% of its revenue this year.
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AJAC Brighton to London Eco-Run - Day 2
Thursday, May 10, 2012
The second day of AJAC's Brighton to London Eco-Run began with a press conference at Toronto's Centennial College School of Transportation.
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Infiniti and Magna Sign Complete Vehicle Assembly Agreement
Thursday, May 10, 2012
Infiniti, the luxury vehicle brand of the Nissan Motor Co., Ltd. has signed a memorandum of understanding with Magna Steyr, an operating unit of Magna International, for the assembly of a future luxury entry level Infiniti compact vehicle. Production of the vehicle is due to start in 2014. This tentative agreement follows an engineering assignment which Magna Steyr is already intensively working on.
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Aston Martin launches DBS Ultimate Edition
Thursday, May 10, 2012
Before replacing its DBS model, Aston Martin is launching a last hurrah version: the DBS Ultimate. Only 100 or so will be made, 30 of which are expected to head for the American market.
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AJAC Brighton to London Eco-Run - Day 1
Wednesday, May 09, 2012
The early downpour did nothing to dampen the enthusiasm of either supporters or participants at the first Brighton to London Eco-Run launch this morning. On hand to kick off the event were several members of the media, representatives from event partners CAA and Natural Resources, and Brighton's Mayor, Mark Walas ,who officially started each car with a wave of the green flag.
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Special edition BMW F10M M5 on its way
Wednesday, May 09, 2012
BMW UK video-launched a new version of the brand's F10M M5, called the M5 M Performance edition. Only 30 of them will be made, supporting three different frost-finish colours: blue, white and red (10 units in each colours).
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Mother's Day gift ideas
Wednesday, May 09, 2012
Gearhead procrastinators, listen up. Mother's Day is fast approaching - and you've probably got no idea what to get yours.
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CarProof launches new product to aid dealers with decision-making
Tuesday, May 08, 2012
As Canada's trusted provider of vehicle history reports, dealers have come to expect comprehensive and detailed products from CarProof that they can rely on to help with everything from disclosure, to building customer loyalty, and ultimately to sell more cars and make more money. In addition to those detailed reports, occasionally what's necessary is just a fast snapshot to help make on-the-spot decisions.
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Google's autonomous car driving itself around Nevada
Tuesday, May 08, 2012
For the first time ever, a license plate has been granted to a self-driving car. Google's model is now allowed to take itself for a ride out on public roads, thanks to the Nevada state.
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Chrysler and Fiat put in solid team effort on 2013 Dodge Dart platform
Friday, May 11, 2012
The platform of Alfa Romeo Giulietta was utilized for the 2013 Dodge Dart. At first blush, the differences between the vehicles seem considerable. The Dart is a much larger four-door sedan, while the Alfa Romeo is a smaller, slimmer, upscale hatchback, specifically designed for European markets.
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The cars of Miami Vice
Tuesday, May 08, 2012
When Miami Vice first aired, viewers could hardly believe the number of expensive automobiles involved in the making of the show. Sonny Crockett (Don Johnson) roared around in a black Ferrari Daytona Spyder, whilst his partner, Ricardo Tubbs (Philip Michael Thomas) cruised about town in a classic 60s Cadillac Coupe DeVille Convertible.
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One-hand driving could kill you
Saturday, May 12, 2012
According to United Kingdom's Esure insurance company, driving with only one hand on the steering wheel, while eating or drinking, slows down by 47% your reaction time.
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A removable hardtop for the Lamborghini Aventador
Monday, May 07, 2012
According to Italy's Quattroruote magazine, the targa-type convertible version of the Aventador will not be equipped with a folding soft top - like the one feature on the Murciélago Roadster the Aventador replaces -, but rather a removable hardtop.
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Honda pioneers new traffic-busting technology
Friday, May 04, 2012
In conjunction with the Research Centre for Advanced Science and Technology at the University of Tokyo, Honda reportedly developed the world's first technology to detect the potential for traffic congestion. It's based on acceleration and deceleration patterns, and ultimately improves driving habits in an effort to reduce traffic jams and fuel consumption.
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Possible alliance between Hyundai and BMW
Friday, May 04, 2012
According to Reuters, BMW and Hyundai are exploring a partnership to develop new engines. The two automakers would split R&D costs for 3-, 4-, and 6-cylinder gasoline and diesel engines, which reportedly amount to nearly $2 billion.
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Chevrolet SuperSport sedan planned for 2013
Friday, May 04, 2012
According to Car and Driver, GM plans to launch a civilized version of the Chevrolet Caprice PPV police car. It will be a rear-wheel-drive, four-door sedan with potentially the Camaro's 415-horsepower 6.2L V8 engine. A 3.6L V6 generating upwards of 320 horsepower will follow at a later date.
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Subaru WRX to get an electric turbo?
Friday, May 04, 2012
The next-generation Subaru Impreza WRX might very well use a revolutionary turbocharger powered by electricity converted from the exhaust gases.
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Bosch unveils Drive Drowsiness Detection
Sunday, May 06, 2012
Both the National Highway Traffic Security Association (NHTSA) and the German federal office came to the conclusion that too many accidents are caused by driver's fatigue.
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Nissan confirms limited Juke-R production
Thursday, May 03, 2012
What started as nothing but a flashy concept has now become a reality. The Nissan Juke-R, which made its global debut in Dubai this past January, will soon enter limited production.
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Top 5 automotive iPhone videography must-haves
Thursday, May 03, 2012
The iPhone really is a marvel of technology. No wonder more and more people buy one and can't live without it. With global sales that nearly reach 400,000 units every day, it's pretty safe to talk about a success story.
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Autonomous driving: 37% of drivers say yes
Saturday, May 05, 2012
A J.D. Power and Associates study has revealed that almost 4 drivers out of 10 would "definitely" or "probably" be interested in buying a car equipped with folly autonomous driving technology.
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The Terrafugia Transition
Friday, May 04, 2012
From Jules Verne to the Jetsons, flying cars have long been part of our collective fantasy. But thanks to five graduates from MIT, that dream has flown out of science-fiction and into reality.
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Fastco Canada launches Braelin (video)
Monday, May 07, 2012
The luxury wheel market has grown at roughly the same rate as the luxury car market. With the likes of Audi, BMW, Mercedes and Lamborghini owners slapping on dubs as though they were the ultimate expression of uniqueness and standing, wheel brands have been multiplying their high-end offerings to meet the growing demand.
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