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2012 Chevrolet Malibu design leaked

A General Motors filing with the United States Patent and Trademark Office shows what is obviously an unidentified Chevrolet four-door sedan. It is indeed the 2012 Chevrolet Malibu. Continue reading »

2012 Ford Taurus Police Interceptor zooms in

Long a staple of American police forces, the ancient Ford Crown Victoria will be put to sleep by September 2011, and with it dies the Police Interceptor version. But Ford has already prepared a replacement in the form of the 2012 Ford Taurus Police Interceptor. Continue reading »

2011 Chevrolet Corvette Z06 Carbon edition debuts

When the 2006 Corvette Z06 was introduced, it represented the closest connection to the Corvette race cars ever. The 2009 Corvette ZR1 closed the gap between racing and production even further. This year, Corvette continues its tradition of track-to-street technology transfer with the 2011 Corvette Z06 Carbon Limited Edition. Continue reading »

2011 Ford Edge revealed

The 2011 Ford Edge has been revealed. Sporting a whole new exterior design, the new Ford Edge also has a new sports model with a bigger engine and more horsepower. Continue reading »

WALD offers styling kit for 2010 Lexus LS460

Japanese tuners WALD is offering a new styling kit for the facelifted 2010 Lexus LS460. Continue reading »

2011 Ford Shelby GT500 revealed

The 2011 Shelby GT500 is powered by an all-new aluminum-block 5.4L supercharged V-8 engine, which produces 550 horsepower and 510 ft.-lb. of torque, a 10 horsepower increase versus the 2010 model. The engine also is 102 pounds lighter than its predecessor, delivering a better power-to-weight ratio, improved fuel economy, acceleration, handling and steering precision. Continue reading »

Dodge celebrates 40 years of making muscle cars

Dodge will release two 2010 Dodge Challenger limited edition models which will soon be available to Dodge fans and collectors to commemorate 40 years of Dodge Challenger performance; the 2010 Dodge Challenger R/T Classic and Challenger SRT8 Furious Fuchsia editions. With its Furious Fuchsia Pearl Coat exterior paint and all-new Pearl White leather performance seats, these limited-edition Dodge Challenger models deliver the best of modern American muscle-car characteristics-unmistakable design, world-class handling, powerful HEMI V-8 engines and technology-now in one of the most significant hues. Continue reading »

Chrysler, Jeep & Dodge brake recall

The Office of Defects Investigation of the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration has announced the recall of some 24,177 late-model Chrysler Group vehicles over potentially faulty brakes. The problem effects the 2010 Chrysler Sebring, Jeep Commander, Jeep Grand Cherokee, Jeep Liberty, Dodge Avenger, Dodge Nitro, and the 2009-2010 Dodge Ram. Continue reading »

2011 Shelby Mustang GT350 returns

Shelby American, part of Carroll Shelby International, is returning the legendary Shelby GT350 to its lineup of American performance cars. The Shelby team unveiled a supercharged concept version of the Mustang-based 2011 Shelby GT350 at the Barrett-Jackson Auction Opening Night Gala to honor the 45th anniversary of the first GT350 and first Shelby big block Cobra. Continue reading »

2011 Buick Regal U.S. pricing released

Buick has announced pricing for the all-new 2011 Regal. Prices start at $26,995 for the premium CXL model, including a $750 destination charge. Continue reading »

2011 Lincoln MKX gets facelift in time for NAIAS

New, industry-exclusive technologies and engaging design featuring world-class craftsmanship and materials further elevate the 2011 Lincoln MKX midsize luxury crossover. Continue reading »

Cadillac XTS full-size luxury concept at NAIAS

Cadillac unveiled the XTS Platinum Concept at the 2010 North American International Auto Show, suggesting a new paradigm for the luxury sedan of the future. The concept showcases Cadillac’s emerging top-of-the-line Platinum series of models, emphasizing new expressions of luxury and technological features, including a plug-in hybrid propulsion system. Continue reading »

2011 Ford Focus to debut at Detroit

The next-generation Ford Focus makes its worldwide debut providing customers with more affordable technologies and features than ever in this segment, as well as detailed craftsmanship, outstanding fuel economy and a new standard for driving quality. Continue reading »

Chrysler & Dodge special editions for 2010

Chrysler had a tough time last year, undergoing a bankruptcy, a takeover by Fiat, and a partial buyout by the U.S. government. Therefore, they have absolutely no new models for the 2010 model year. However, Chrysler has now introduced special editions of existing models in the States, to spruce things up. Continue reading »

SMS Supercars release pictures of its 620 Camaro

SMS Supercars based in California have released some photos of its latest creation, the SMS 620 Camaro. Known to modify Mustangs and Challengers, the SMS version of the new 2010 Chevrolet Camaro doesn’t disappoint with its mean looks and impressive power upgrades. Continue reading »

2011 Chevrolet Aveo RS concept U.S. debut

Chevrolet has announced the world debut of the Aveo RS show car at the 2010 North American International Auto Show in Detroit. It features a European-inspired hot hatch look designed to appeal to young enthusiasts, and hints at the next-generation Aveo. Continue reading »

2010 Dodge Challenger gets body kit package

Dodge has unveiled a new ‘performance appearance’ package for the 2010 Challenger. Continue reading »

2011 Cadillac CTS-V Coupe debut in Detroit

Cadillac today announced the 2011 CTS-V Coupe, which debuts at the 2010 North American International Auto Show in Detroit. It combines the new CTS Coupe’s dramatic design with the 556 hp supercharged V8 engine from the CTS-V sedan. The result is a luxury sports coupe aimed at driving enthusiasts. Continue reading »

2011 Chevrolet Aveo hinted at by Chinese Sail

An all-new 2010 Chevrolet Sail model has debuted exclusively for the Chinese market, to sold alongside the recently-facelifted Chevy Lova. The Lova happens to be a version of the U.S. Aveo, and by all indications, the Sail may very well become the next Aveo. Continue reading »

Chevrolet Corvette C6 recall for flying roof

General Motors is recalling certain model-years 2005 through 2007 Corvette and model-years 2006 and 2007 Corvette Z06 equipped with a removable roof. The adhesive between the roof panel and the frame may separate. If there is a partial separation, the driver may notice one or more symptoms, such as a snapping noise when driving over bumps, wind noise, poor roof panel fit, roof panel movement or bounce when a door or hatch is closed, or a water leak in the headliner. Continue reading »

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