Automotive News for February 10th, 2013

VW Releases Cross Up Concept-
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The Cross Up concept is a version of the Up city car.  The Cross Up concept was revealed at Frankfurt two years ago.  The production version will debut at Geneva this year, and is nearly identical to the concept.  The Cross Up has a 3 Cylinder 74HP engine mated to a 5-speed manual.  My personal opinion: I like this car, although for a city car i would think an automatic would be more beneficial.  I wish we could get more cars like this in America.




Aston-Martin Vantage SP10-
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Aston has announced the SP10, a version of the V8 Vantage S, taking cues from the GT4.  The SP10 will only be available in Europe.  The SP10 will have a 6-speed manual, and a 4.7L V8 producing 430HP and 361 lb-ft of torque.  My favorite upgrade is the black brake calipers.





Citroen Shows Technospace Concept-
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Citroen has revealed the Technospace Concept, a preview to the C4 Picasso.  Some of the Technospace's styling cues Will dropped for the C4 Picasso, but it offers a realistic preview.  It is shorter than the current C4 Picasso, but it's wheelbase is longer.  The Technospace will be at the Geneva Motor Show in March.

News for February 8th, 2013

Chevrolet Cruze Diesel at Chicago-
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Chevrolet as opted to make a diesel Cruze, rather than a hybrid.  The Diesel Cruze's 2.0L Turbo Diesel makes 148HP and 259 ft-lb of torque.  It has a 6-speed automatic, and can go from 0-60 in 8.6 seconds.  The Cruze Diesel will cost $25,695 US Dollars.





Nissan GT-R Track Edition Shown at Chicago-
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Nissan has revealed the 2014 GT-R Track Edition, a lightened version of the normal model.  The Track Edition  has many little changes such as a new front splitter and new fuel injectors.  Nissan will only make 15- GT-R Track Editions, which will go on sale in May.





Mercedes-Benz S Class Testing-
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The new S Class, expected to debut at Geneva, has been caught winter testing.  The S Class will be offered in a variety of body styles and wheelbases, as a sort of replacement for Maybach.  This means the S Class has sharper styling to compete with the likes of Bentley.  The S Class will be available with; a 4.7L Twin turbo V8 with 429HP, a 5.5L twin turbo V12 with 510HP, and an AMG 5.5L twin turbo with 550HP.





Mercedes-Benz CLA Edition 1-
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Mercedes has announced the CLA Edition 1, which will only be available for 12 months.  It has many exterior AMG additions, as well as yellow interior stitching and aluminum trim.

News for February 7th, 2013

Aston-Martin Vanquish Volante Testing in the Snow-
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The replacement for the DBS Volante has been spied testing in Sweden with no camouflage.  The Vanquish Volante will have the same engine as the coupe version, a 6.0L V12 producing 565HP, which is sent to the rear wheels by a six-speed TouchTronic automatic.  The Vanquish Volante will probably be at this years Geneva Motor Show.



BMW Unveils 3 Series GT-
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The 3 Series GT, which is basically a bigger 3 Series, has been revealed by BMW.  The fact that it is larger gives it rear passengers more legroom, as well as more cargo space. Grunt is delivered from a 2.0L Turbo 4 producing 240HP and 255 lb-ft of torque.  The 335i has a 3.0L turbo 6 making 300HP and 300 lb-ft of torque. You can also get the M Sport package which adds some extra aerodynamic parts.




New Nissan Titan may be available in 2015-
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The new Titan pick-up truck may be available in 2014 as a 2015 model.  The Nissan Titan hasn't been significantly updated since 2003, although all of its competitors have.  This may be the reason only 21,576 Titans were sold of the 1.6 million full-size trucks bought in America last year.  Reuters says that the Titan may receive a V-6 engine as an option, along with a two-door version.  There are two main reasons it has taken so long for the new Titan; one, they had a partnership with Chrysler to produce a Ram 1500-based truck, but Chrysler declared bankruptcy, and two, the March 2011 earthquake and Tsunami caused further delay.

News for February 6th, 2013

Range Rover Sport in the Snow-
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After spotting a Range Rover Sport testing here in America, it has been spotted again with less camouflage.  Along with the new Sport, replacements for the Discovery and Defender are close.
The difference between the Sport and the normal model is the fact that it is wider and lower, along with a sloping roof.  The top model will be powered by the 510HP V8 from the Jaguar XKR.  The Range Rover Sport is supposed to debut at the Frankfurt Motor Show in September.




Honda Civic Wagon Concept Going to Geneva-
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Honda has announced that it will be showing its Honda Civic Wagon concept, along with the production CR-V diesel, at the Geneva Motor Show.  Honda also says that the Earth Dreams engine technology is going to be included in the CR-V in the form of a 1.6L turbodiesel in line 4 with a manual transmission.  The Earth Dreams in the Civic hatchback will produce 118HP and 221 lb-ft of torque.




Ford Shows Fiesta ST Rally Car-
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Ford is going to reveal the Fiesta ST based rally car at Chicago, set to compete at the Global RallyCross championship, as well as the X Games. Drivers at the X Games will include Tanner Foust, Brian Deegan and Ken Block.  Ford is also a sponsor of this years X Games.  The rally ST is to be based off of the 3-door variant, rather than the 5-door we get in the U.S.  The road-going 2014 Fiesta ST has a 1.6L Turbo 4 making 197HP.

News for February 5th, 2013

Alfa Romeo Engines to have Ferrari Roots-
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While Alfa Romeo gets set to debut in North America again, its engine development will receive some help from Ferrari and Maserati.  Fiat CEO Sergio Marchionne said "Ferrari will take a more active role in engine development for Alfa, similar to what Ferrari already did for Maserati.  Ferrari developed the V6 and V8 engines for the Quattroporte.  This is good for Alfa, as they are bringing out many new models in the coming years, including the Spider and the 4C, along with a 159 replacement and a crossover.



The Fasted Lamborghini Ever to be Shown at Geneva-
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Lamborghini is planning to produce a limited edition car, said to be the fastest Lamborghini yet.  Lamborghini's brand design director Filippo Perini said, "It will be the fastest car Lamborghini has ever produced and will be very low volume.  Less than 10 cars will be produced and most of them have most likely been sold."  But as of now, we have no idea what it could be, but I think it will be some kind of Aventador special edition, such as the Aventador J.  I guess we will have to find out at Geneva in March.  Picture is of the Lamborghini Aventador.



Opel Adam R2 Rally-
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Opel will debut its Adam R2 Rally at the Geneva Auto Show this March.  It is to be powered by a 1.6L 16V engine making 185HP with a 5-speed sequential transmission.  The R2 is based on the Opel Adam Cup.
Other features include a roof air scoop and different settings to adapt to the terrain.  The r2 is built to FIA R2 regulations.


Bristol to Show Electric Supercar-
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The first time Bristol said it was going to make a supercar was back in 2011, and was set to arrive this year.  This could be true, as Bristol is finishing up the development and is going to be revealed at the Goodwood Festival of Speed.  It will have an electric motor powering all wheels, partnered with a Wankel rotary engine to recharge the batteries.  Pictures are of the 2009 Frazer-Nash Namir Hybrid Concept.

News for February 4th, 2013

Skoda Superb Face lift-
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The Skoda Superb is getting a refresher for 2013.  It has a redesigned front grille and bumper as well as  new taillights.  It should also have an updated interior and engines from the Skoda Octavia.






Alfa Romeo 4C to have 237 HP-
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An Alfa Romeo dealer in Switzerland has confirmed that the automakers new 4C Porsche Boxster rival will have 237 HP in the 4C's 1.7L I4 Turbo.  This is for the base model, compared to the Boxster base's 271HP. However, the 4C weighs a lot less than the Boxster.  The 4C should cost around 60,000 Euro.  US prices are not available.  Here is the disappointing part though, Alfa plans to make just 2,000 examples around the world.

News for February 1st, 2013

BMW 5 Series Plug-In Hybrid Spotted
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BMW showed the 5-series Hybrid at the 2011 Shanghai Auto Show, which had a 214HP gas engine paired with a 92HP electric engine.  Recent spy shots suggest it is close to production.  The hybrid, along with the new 5-Series range will have new front and rear fascia along with updated headlights.  As a concept, the electric engine managed 47 miles on its own, but this figure should be improved.  It will debut in China later this year.




 Mercedes-Benz C63 AMG Edition 507-
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The C63 Black is already sold out, but there is a toned down version on the way.  It will be called the AMG "Edition 507".  The main changes occur under the bonnet (i refrain from using "hood" as bonnet is a more international term"), with the 6.2L V8 now making 507HP, thus the name, and 450 lb-ft of torque.  The 507 is 6.6 pounds lighter than the Black and has a modified ECU.  However, the Black is still more powerful by a whopping 3HP and 7 lb-ft of torque.
The 507 is RWD with a 7-speed automatic.  Mercedes-Benz says that the 507 can go from 0-60MPH in 4.1 seconds.  The 507 also includes updated brakes and 19-inch lightweight rims.
The Edition 507 will debut at this years Geneva Motor Show and will be at your local Mercedes-Benz dealership this summer.  It should cost in the $70,000 US dollar area.


Scion Could Build FR-S Convertible-
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The Toyota FT-86 Open concept will debut at Geneva this year, meaning a GT96 convertible could be on its way.  Of course, this means it would be sold here as the Scion FR-S convertible.  If this does happen, the Mazda Miata would be its only real rival here in the US.  Image is of the Toyota FT-86 concept sketch.



New 911 Turbo Spied in Sweden-
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The new 911 Turbo has been spied and from the pictures, MotorTrend can see an adaptive cruise control sensor, big vents on the rear fenders and an integrated rear spoiler.  The power could more than 550HP.  The 911 could be here in a year.



Ferrari F150/F70 Specifications Revealed-
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Ferrari has confirmed at a private event in Italy that its new F150 supercar's V12 will produce an astonishing 800HP.  A Hybrid KERS style system will output another 150HP.  The F150 will have a weight of 2800 pounds and a possible 3 second 0-60MPH time.  A 230MPH top speed isn't bad either.  It also set a time around Ferrari's test track faster than the F12 Berlinetta,599 GTO and the Enzo.

News for Janaury 31st, 2013

Alfa Romeo 4C Final Testing-
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When the 4C debuted at the 2011 Geneva Motor Show, it already appeared close to ready for production.  Now, the 4C appears to have entered its final stage of development.  Here is my favorite bit, it will arrive in the US later this year.  The 4C will be powered by a 4-cylinder turbo mounted amid ship producing 300HP.  The car will be RWD and weigh around 2200 pounds.  The 4C is set to debut at this years Geneva Motor Show.



2013 Dodge Dart Mopar Bound for Chicago-
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Dodge has revealed a limited Mopar edition Dart before its debut at Chicago.  Only 500 Mopar Darts will be built, each with the 1.4L turbo MultiAir 4-cylinder that can be found in the Fiat 500 Abarth.  It will have manual transmission and will be finished in gloss black with Mopar Blue stripes.  More exterior additions include a front splitter, rear spoiler and a rear diffuser.  It is also lowered by 7mm.  As far as performance goes, it has a premium brake kit, a tuned exhaust and better steering.  Interior features include Mopar Blue driver seat, and black with blue stitching on the other seats.  The gear lever is also stitched in blue.  Owners of the Mopar Dart recieve a sketch of the car by Mopar Cheif Designer Mark Trostle and a plate with the car's number out of 500.