Luxury Cars
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Availability of the new ZF-built transmission could be holding back sales of Chrysler's newest sedans.
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Audi S6, S7, S8 And RS6 Specs Break Cover
Audi's next batch of performance sedans look to offer a heady mix of power and handling. But will they be enough to take on the German and American competition?
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2014 BMW Z2 To Go All-Wheel Drive?
Rumors are brewing that BMW is planning a compact, entry-level roadster that packs a potent turbo four-cylinder engine and all-wheel drive.
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2011 Lexus LS 460 Touring Edition Priced From $73,000
Late in the year for a 2011 model, the Lexus LS 460 Touring Edition packages a sport look with luxury upgrades in an attempt to draw younger buyers.
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Akira Iida Drifts The 2012 Lexus LFA: Video
With a screaming 4.8-liter V-10 engine channeling 552 horsepower through its rear wheels, few other production cars are more suitable for drifting than the 2012 Lexus LFA. Take an expect driver like Akira Iida, a man that’s competed in Japan’s Super GT touring car series as well as the...
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McLaren MP4-12C Order Books Filled Out For The Next Three Years?
The McLaren MP4-12C is set to go on sale in the U.S. in the coming months but before it even lands the car is already being called the best supercar in its segment, although admittedly many of its initial reviews have described it as a bit cold and clinical. Nevertheless, as the first new McLaren...
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We have a new set of live photos of the Audi R8 GT Spyder fresh from its debut at the 24 Hours of Le Mans endurance race this past weekend. The sultry soft-top supercar is now set for an official world debut at the 2011 Frankfurt Auto Show but we already have the full details for you to ogle. Like its R8 GT hard-top sibling that recently went on sale, Audi engineers have managed to shed more than 187 pounds from the regular R8 Spyder’s curb weight for the latest GT edition. This was done through the increased use of lightweight carbon fiber and aluminum components, thinner glass and...
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2012 Jaguar XKR-S Test-Runs Goodwood Hill: Video
Watch the new XKR-S coupe in testing for the Goodwood Festival of Speed event.
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Aston Martin Cuts Rapide Production On Weak Demand: Report
Sales of Aston's $200,000-plus super sedan may not be hot enough to support the company's planned production volume.
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2012 Audi A6 Hits Dealers Next Month From $41,700
The 2012 Audi A6 will be on sale in July, though you'll have to spend for the V-6 model if you want a sportier ride.
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Lotus Esprit Coming In 2013 With Unique 570-Horsepower V-8: Report
The 2013 Lotus Esprit is to be the first of a new-generation of luxurious sports cars from one of the most renowned performance marques in the industry. Styled under the watchful eye of former Ferrari designer Donato Coco, the new Esprit has already been previewed in concept form and is destined to...
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Thief That Stole Bugatti Veyron Grand Sport Gets $522,000 Tax Bill
About a month ago, three men from Poland managed to steal a trio of exotic cars, a BMW 7-Series, a Ferrari 599 GTB Fiorano and a one-off Bugatti Veyron Grand Sport Sang Bleu--yes, the special edition model built to celebrate Bugatti’s centenary back in 2009. The brazen--or should we say...
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Here’s your chance to ride shotgun in a race-prepped Lexus LFA as it storms around the Nurburgring circuit in Germany at a recent VLN event. By watching this video you are taken directly into the cockpit of the Lexus LFA, number 111, which ended up fifth overall in the race. Behind the wheel is Hiroaki Ishiura, one of three drivers that will compete in the highlight of the VLN, the Nurburgring 24 Hours endurance race on June 25. During the race captured here, Ishiura had an average of speed of 100 mph and managed to complete a lap of the famous circuit plus the shortened GP-track in 8...
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BMW X6 M Special Edition Spy Shots
Images of a mysterious X6 M prototype have sparked rumors of a mega-ultra-SAV.
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Volvo To Cut S40, V50 From U.S. Lineup: Report
The latest Volvo models to get the axe are the S40 sedan and V50 wagon, according to a new report. Why? Because no one loves them--at least no one in the market for a new car. Both models are also reaching the end of their life-cycles, as well, introduced in 2004 and 2005, respectively. Sales of...
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2011 Lotus Evora S First Drive
A mid-engined masterpiece of chassis design now gets the thrust it needs to become world-class.
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Buick Regal GS Gets 270 HP, Video
The Regal GS is Buick's answer to a performance luxury sedan, but does it have what it takes to make it against fierce competition?
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2012 BMW M5 Preview
The wait is over, and the official info on the 2012 BMW M5 is here. Are you ready?
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Project Kahn is back with another creation inspired by the Audi R8 supercar, this time 'round with a new styling pack designed for the Audi A5 Cabriolet. We first saw this design with Project Kahn’s package for the TT, which not only borrowed the R8’s bumper design but also its iconic side blades. Given the A5 Cabriolet’s missing roof, the side blades have been left out but the car still gets custom bumpers, a rear spoiler and a stainless steel quad exhaust system. There’s also a suspension lowering kit to improve performance and looks, as well as 21-inch RSX light...
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Pink Pagani Zonda Roadster Hitting Auction Block At 2011 Goodwood Festival Of Speed
For the lucky few mortals on this planet who happen to own a Pagani Zonda, your prized possession is almost certainly destined to go up in value. However, we’re not sure if that applies to this Pagani Zonda C12 S Roadster finished in a light pink hue. The car’s former owner is Mr. Yeo...
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Mercedes-Benz Driver To Attempt World’s Longest Drift
Drifting defines adolescent ridiculousness, yet we can’t get enough of it. The style of driving--if you can call it that--requires a driver to intentionally over steer, causing loss of traction in the rear wheels through turns, while maintaining vehicle control and a high exit speed...
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2012 BMW M5 Leaked
Update: The official details on the 2012 BMW M5 are out. Click here to view our latest post. Though it isn’t set to make its official world debut until this September’s 2011 Frankfurt Auto Show, the new 2012 BMW M5 has hit the Internet by way of a leaked report and is already starting...
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Alfa Romeo To Show Vintage Racers, 4C Concept At Goodwood Festival of Speed
A trio of gorgeous racing Alfas will be on display, though Brits may be hungry for the new and stylish 4C Concept.
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2012 Mercedes-Benz M-Class Presentation, Overview: Video
Take a peek behind the scenes of the 2012 Mercedes-Benz M-Class unveiling as usually seen only by industry insiders.
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