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Ferrari unveils the new online simulator [Video]

Posted in Automotive by: Whiplash on: 09/02/2010 02:47 PM [ Print | 0 comment(s) ]

There are a handful of F1 driving simulators out in the market today, ranging from Codemaster's F1 2010 to the $191,000 Cruden Hexatech simulator. Ferrari has decided to try their hand at their own version called Ferrari Virtual Academy 2010.

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Top Gear on HISTORY Sneak Peak -- Riding with the Bulls [Video]

Posted in Automotive by: Whiplash on: 09/02/2010 02:44 PM [ Print | 0 comment(s) ]

Hosts Adam Ferrara, Tanner Foust and Rutledge Wood each get hold of their favorite lambos and try to convince each other that theirs is the baddest bull of them all.

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Chevy to dealers: Let Cruze shoppers test-drive competitors

Posted in Automotive by: TimothyT on: 09/02/2010 10:14 AM [ Print | 0 comment(s) ]

Chevrolet is asking its 3,000 dealers to prepare for the late September launch of the new Chevrolet Cruze compact by purchasing competitors' vehicles for test-drive comparisons.

Chevrolet is encouraging dealers to have a Toyota Corolla and Honda Civic on site so prospective 2011 Cruze buyers can immediately measure the Cruze against its segment competitors, said Margaret Brooks, Chevrolet small-car marketing director.

At a media event today in suburban Detroit, Brooks said Chevrolet expects buyers to come away with a favorable view of the Cruze. At the event, Chevrolet had Corollas and Civics available for reporters to test drive after the Cruze.


Source: Chevy to dealers: Let Cruze shoppers test-drive competitors

2011 Dodge Durango Pictures Released

Posted in Automotive by: TimothyT on: 09/02/2010 09:31 AM [ Print | 0 comment(s) ]

Buckle in and hold tight. Dodge is jumping back into the sport utility (SUV) segment with the 2011 Dodge Durango, a three-row vehicle spacious enough to carry the entire crew and performance-tuned to thrill anyone who truly loves to drive. Durango will lead the Dodge brand’s new product onslaught for 2011.


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BMW maxes out the Mini to lure family market

Posted in Automotive by: Whiplash on: 09/02/2010 04:55 AM [ Print | 0 comment(s) ]

BMW maxes out the Mini to lure family market

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Volts can use Calif. fast lanes in 2012

Posted in Automotive by: Whiplash on: 09/02/2010 04:53 AM [ Print | 0 comment(s) ]

California motorists who buy Chevrolet Volts can qualify for permits allowing them to drive solo in the state's coveted carpool lanes. But they'll have to wait until 2012.

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Porn-Viewing Trucker Sentenced in Fatal NY Crash

Posted in Automotive by: Whiplash on: 09/02/2010 03:34 AM [ Print | 0 comment(s) ]

Porn-Viewing Trucker Sentenced in Fatal NY Crash

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The Stig: BBC loses injunction battle

Posted in Automotive by: TimothyT on: 09/01/2010 04:07 PM [ Print | 0 comment(s) ]

The BBC's legal move to stop publication of an autobiography confirming the identity of Top Gear's mystery driver the Stig was blocked in the high court today.

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MINI Countryman TV Commercial: Flow

Posted in Automotive by: TimothyT on: 09/01/2010 12:42 PM [ Print | 0 comment(s) ]

For this 60-second adventure MINI used dramatic new methods in CG technology to show the versatility of the MINI Countryman in a way that defies the laws of space and time.


Jeep Intern Visits the Jeep Product Design Office, Reveals Future CUV [Video]

Posted in Automotive by: TimothyT on: 09/01/2010 11:21 AM [ Print | 0 comment(s) ]

The Jeep Intern, Mose Hogan, takes a trip to better understand the goings on at the Jeep Product Design Office. Interestingly, in the background drawing and clay model in this video appears to be a concept car. Is this one of the upcoming Fiat based vehicles or a yet revealed vehicle? Either way, it looks pretty sweet. Looks like an intentional reveal to us.

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Inside Line tests the 2011 Audi R8 Spyder 5.2 FSI V10

Posted in Automotive by: TimothyT on: 09/01/2010 09:26 AM [ Print | 0 comment(s) ]

No commentary on this one, but for those who just want to hear the car make noise, you’re in for a treat.



Ford Reveals First Explorer Based Police Interceptor

Posted in Automotive by: TimothyT on: 09/01/2010 09:24 AM [ Print | 0 comment(s) ]

Ford Motor Company today revealed its newest pursuit-rated vehicle – Ford’s first-ever specially designed Police Interceptor utility built for the rigors of police work.

The new vehicle is designed to complement Ford’s all-new Police Interceptor sedan, which was introduced earlier this year. Combined, the two vehicles provide law enforcement agencies the ultimate in versatility and choice, something no other police vehicle on the road today can match.


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New Piston Ring Could Drastically Improve Gas Engine Efficiency, Longevity

Posted in Automotive by: TimothyT on: 08/31/2010 10:35 PM [ Print | 0 comment(s) ]

Think the standard gas engine can't measure up to hybrid vehicle performance? A new gasoline engine breakthrough, along with recent innovations may invalidate that premise.

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2011 Chevrolet Cruze in dealerships September; More details revealed

Posted in Automotive by: TimothyT on: 08/31/2010 04:48 PM [ Print | 0 comment(s) ]

When the first 2011 Chevrolet Cruze sedans arrive at U.S. dealerships in September, they will offer consumers more for their money, with class-leading standard safety features, expected class-leading fuel economy, and more standard equipment than competitive vehicles.

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2011 Volkswagen Passat major facelift leaks again

Posted in Automotive by: TimothyT on: 08/31/2010 10:33 AM [ Print | 0 comment(s) ]

A new alleged photo of the 2011 Volkswagen Passat has surfaced on the website of Norwegian newspaper Dagbladet. The paper has sourced the photo directly to VW, handed to the paper by a distributor in Norway.

The image shows a car with new headlights that do away with the bulged design on the current Passat. The lenses look to be shaped slightly different than those seen in a previous leaked "photo" obtained by Autobild.

Source: 2011 Volkswagen Passat major facelift leaks again

Nissan and Infiniti at the Los Angeles Auto Show

Posted in Automotive by: TimothyT on: 08/31/2010 10:21 AM [ Print | 0 comment(s) ]

“Innovation For All” comes to life November 17th when Nissan rolls out four major product introductions – including three world debuts – at the Los Angeles Auto Show.


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General Motors Celebrates Arrival of Chevrolet Volt in China

Posted in Automotive by: TimothyT on: 08/31/2010 10:15 AM [ Print | 0 comment(s) ]

General Motors celebrated the arrival of the first drivable Chevrolet Volt in China today. China is one of the initial markets outside the United States to receive the Volt. GM’s landmark electric vehicle with extended-range capability will go on sale locally next year.

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GM’s assembly line delivers bouncing baby Volt

Posted in Automotive by: TimothyT on: 08/31/2010 10:14 AM [ Print | 0 comment(s) ]

Chris Paine and the Revenge crew (Sean, Craig, Jessie, and Jessica) are proud to say that they are among the first film crews ever to professionally film mass production of an EV. (Of course, this is mostly because no one has made them in so long.) Since GM will be one of the first to the EV market with its Volt in 2011, we came to film them being put together through the multiple stages of the car manufacturing process. Chris is pleased to announce that he and his crew were there live to see the completion of Chevy Volt pre-production car #100 at the Hamtramck Assembly Plant in Michigan. The delivery was made at 9:25AM, August 25, 2010. The baby is 177 inches, 3500 pounds. One fine beauty. And accompanied by quite a few of the Volt’s siblings in all colors.


Source: GM’s assembly line delivers bouncing baby Volt

LOTUS EVORA North America Debut

Posted in Automotive by: Whiplash on: 08/31/2010 01:08 AM [ Print | 0 comment(s) ]

he first all-new Lotus since the iconic Elise made its debut in 1995, the Evora enters the sports car market as the world’s only mid-engine 2+2. Powered by a Lotus-tuned 3.5-liter V6 engine producing 276 hp, and weighing just 2,976 lbs. (prototype specification), the Evora promises breathtaking performance.

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