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Nissan details the Pathfinder concept interior [video]

Michael Gauthier — Wed, 08 Feb 2012 17:52:19 GMT

Nissan has released new information about the Pathfinder concept. It features a luxurious interior with leather upholstery, heated / cooled front seats and a Bose audio system.

2013 Acura ILX Sedan revealed in production form

Clinton Deacon — Wed, 08 Feb 2012 12:57:35 GMT

The new sedan has been designed to be both sleek and sporty and is intended for a younger consumers looking to make their first foray in the luxury market.

2013 Acura RDX Crossover revealed

Clinton Deacon — Wed, 08 Feb 2012 12:43:59 GMT

Today at the Chicago Auto Show the 2013 Acura RDX will be unveiled to the media during the press preview day. It is the first time the model has been seen in full production form after a pre-production prototype was showcased earlier this year in Detroit.

2013 Hyundai Elantra GT debuts in Chicago [video]

Clinton Deacon — Wed, 08 Feb 2012 12:40:50 GMT

Today is the North American debut of the 2013 Hyundai Elantra GT. The US version is essentially a re-badged i30 that is bound for European markets and was unveiled at the Frankfurt Motor Show in September last year.

2013 Hyundai Elantra Coupe unveiled in Chicago

Clinton Deacon — Wed, 08 Feb 2012 12:31:11 GMT

Today at the Chicago Auto Show, Hyundai introduces the 2013 Elantra Coupe to the world.

Ferrari 250 GTO auctions for GBP 20.2m

Clinton Deacon — Wed, 08 Feb 2012 12:14:00 GMT

The model sold at auction carries the chassis number 5095 and is equipped with a 3.0-litre V12 engine that produces 300hp ( 224 kW / 304 PS ). It can accelerate from 0-60mph in 6.1 seconds and has a top speed of 174mph.

2013 Ford Shelby GT500 Convertible unveiled

Clinton Deacon — Wed, 08 Feb 2012 10:08:54 GMT

It marks as the celebratory vehicle for the 20th anniversary of Ford's Special Vehicle Team (SVT). They were officially launched at the same show back in 1992 which Ford unveiled the 1993 SVT Mustang Cobra and SVT F-150 Lightning.

Jaguar XF-R Sportbrake rendered

Clinton Deacon — Wed, 08 Feb 2012 03:15:00 GMT

The designer has started by taking the twin oval exhaust pipes on the regular model and replaced them with a quad layout with two on either side of an aggressive rear diffuser.

Renault flagship to be co-developed with Mercedes - report

Michael Gauthier — Wed, 08 Feb 2012 02:37:00 GMT

The partnership between Renault and Daimler will reportedly spawn a high-end model for the French automaker.

Fisker's government loan blocked, Project Nina delayed

Michael Gauthier — Wed, 08 Feb 2012 02:12:00 GMT

The Fisker Karma had a long and tumultuous path to production and it looks like the company's entry-level model, dubbed the Project Nina, is in for a similar fate.

AMG dismisses diesel engines

Michael Gauthier — Wed, 08 Feb 2012 01:38:00 GMT

BMW has embraced diesel engines with their new M Performance Automobiles sub-brand, but AMG is charting a different course and staying committed to petrol engines.

Mitsubishi to end European Colt and Outlander production before 2013

Brian Potter — Wed, 08 Feb 2012 01:06:00 GMT

Mitsubishi Motor Company (MMC) announced today it will not continue production at its European subsidiary production site Netherlands Car B.V. (NedCar) for the Mitsubishi Colt and Outlander models.

NSFW: 200 car pile up in Helsinki [video]

Brian Potter — Wed, 08 Feb 2012 00:31:00 GMT

In the video above a Canadian couple with their Finnish driver got caught up in the incident without injury and managed to get some footage of the following chain reaction.

Drifting a hyper mobility scooter at 51 mph in the snow [video]

Brian Potter — Wed, 08 Feb 2012 00:01:00 GMT

A mobility scooter is like an electric-powered wheelchair but configured as a motorscooter. It is intended for use by people who have disabilities affecting their mobility.

Mercedes introduces active seat-belt buckle technology

Michael Gauthier — Tue, 07 Feb 2012 23:23:00 GMT

Mercedes has unveiled their new active seat-belt buckle technology. It features power-deployable buckles that emerge from the seats when the rear passenger doors are opened.

Aston Martin V12 Zagato leaked with specifications

Michael Gauthier — Tue, 07 Feb 2012 22:39:00 GMT

Aston Martin has accidently published the brochure for the V12 Zagato, ahead of its official unveiling at the Kuwait Concours d' Elegance on February 15th.

Skiing behind a Bentley Continental GT [videos]

Brian Potter — Tue, 07 Feb 2012 21:57:43 GMT

Bentley is showing off its all-wheel drive capability by enlisting the help of ski joring world champion Franco Moro.

2013 Nissan 370Z facelift revealed [video]

Michael Gauthier — Tue, 07 Feb 2012 21:15:13 GMT

Nissan has unveiled the 2013 370Z, ahead of its debut at the Chicago Auto Show. It features a new front fascia with LED daytime running lights.

2013 BMW X5 M and X6 M facelift pricing in US

Brian Potter — Tue, 07 Feb 2012 20:23:00 GMT

BMW USA has released pricing for the 2013 BMW X5 M and X6 M facelift models but has not made an official announcement yet according to BMWblog.com.

2013 Kia K9 prototype caught testing

Clinton Deacon — Tue, 07 Feb 2012 19:43:00 GMT

A prototype for the upcoming 2013 Kia K9 has been caught while doing some testing in winter conditions. The flagship model of the brand will be the spiritual successor to the Opirus/Amanti that finished production in 2010.

VW Golf GTI Cabriolet to be unveiled in Geneva - report

Clinton Deacon — Tue, 07 Feb 2012 19:02:00 GMT

Volkswagen are apparently planning to unveil a Golf GTI Cabriolet at the Geneva Motor Show next month. It will be the final model variant of the sixth generation Golf before it is replaced starting from next year.

Mercedes SLC likely to be green-lighted - report

Michael Gauthier — Tue, 07 Feb 2012 18:18:00 GMT

According to a recent report, Mercedes will likely approve production of the SLC (aka the baby SLS).

Super Bowl XLVI MVP presented with 2012 Corvette Grand Sport Convertible Centennial Edition

Brian Potter — Tue, 07 Feb 2012 17:35:00 GMT

Chevrolet presented New York Giants quarterback Eli Manning, the recipient of the Super Bowl XLVI MVP Award, with a 2012 Corvette Grand Sport Convertible Centennial Edition.

2012 Mercedes B-Class initial tuning package by Brabus

Brian Potter — Tue, 07 Feb 2012 16:57:00 GMT

The all-new 2012 Mercedes-Benz B-Class (W246) is just rolling out to markets across Europe and Mercedes tuner Brabus already has a basic tuning package prepared.

BMW M135i xDrive caught completely undisguised

Clinton Deacon — Tue, 07 Feb 2012 16:15:03 GMT

It is wearing such a small layer of camouflage that it leaves little to the imagination and gives us our best look yet at what the model will look like.

Bikini hottie teases Dodge Ram surprise

Clinton Deacon — Tue, 07 Feb 2012 12:24:51 GMT

Dodge has a surprise that is set to be revealed in the coming days. There are no confirmations as to what it could be but they have released this teaser video that is expertly presented by the body of a hottie in a black bikini.

Porsche 981 Boxster R rendered & speculated

Clinton Deacon — Tue, 07 Feb 2012 02:52:00 GMT

The very speculative render features a number of changes that are inspired by the Cayman R.

2014 Audi R8 to be lighter, more powerful - report

Michael Gauthier — Tue, 07 Feb 2012 02:15:00 GMT

New details are starting to emerge about the next-generation Audi R8. It could be launched in 2014 with a carbon fiber and aluminum monocoque that weighs just 198 kg (437 lbs).

Land Rover introduces three Range Rover special editions

Michael Gauthier — Tue, 07 Feb 2012 01:40:00 GMT

Land Rover has introduced three new special editions to celebrate the 10th anniversary of the current Range Rover.

BMW M6 Cabrio spied making a pit stop

Michael Gauthier — Tue, 07 Feb 2012 00:59:00 GMT

Snapped during a refueling stop, the prototype has an aggressive body kit with new bumpers, revised side skirts and a four-tailpipe exhaust system.