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Nissan
240/Fairlady Z successor
 Nissan's
plans for an affordable, rear-wheel-drive coupe to slot in below
the current Z have been rumored for years and we've been informed
that internal politics have killed off at least one revival of
an iconic Datsun. If work ever gets underway on another budget
coupe, Nissan should seriously pursue Polish designer Iacoski
and his interpretation of a 240Z/Fairlady revival. Click
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Honda
unveils updated 2009 Civic
 Honda
makes it official by revealing all the changes made to its popular
small car. As we've already learned, exterior changes include
a new front bumper cover that reshapes the bottom curve of the
grille and features three prominently placed. 2009 Civics will
also offer Bluetooth for the first time on models equipped with
navigation systems, and the EX, EX-L, Hybrid and Si get a new
USB port to plug in digital audio players. Honda has also chosen
to make stability control, or what it calls Vehicle Stability
Assist, standard on these models only. Click
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2010
Cadillac CTS coupe coming to LA Auto Show
 Cadillac
invited a select group of journalists to see the production version
of the CTS coupe. Naturally, cameras weren't allowed inside the
Caddy tent to keep images leaking out ahead of the coupe's official
unveiling this November at the Los Angeles Auto Show.Production
will begin next summer. GM execs remain mum on engine choices,
expect the same duo of V6s available on the sedan and sport wagon
to carry over to the coupe, along with the CTS-V's 550 hp, supercharged
6.2-liter V8 later down the line. Click
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Infiniti
G37 Convertible revealed ahead of L.A.
 Infiniti,
Nissan's BMW-hunting luxury brand, has unveiled the 2009 Infiniti
G37 Convertible, a retractable hardtop 4-seater that preserves
the Coupe's good looks even with its 3-piece folding metal roof
neatly tucked out of sight, as you can see here. Power from the
3.7L V6 will be in excess of 320 horses, and numerous comparos
against the BMW 335i convertible are inevitable. Click
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Rendered
Speculation: Next-gen Mazda3
 The
Mazda3 has been a compact darling ever since its introduction
in 2004, and even though its current design is nearly five years
old, it still wins many comparison tests. Since its near the end
of a design cycle, a new Zoom Zoom Mazda is on its way, and some
interesting renderings have been published online of what the
new Mazda3 could look like. Click
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Audi
officially unveils supercharged, 3.0L TFSI V6
 Audi
has finally confirmed all the details on its new range-topping
supercharged V6, and the final output figures are in line with
previous reports. The 3.0-liter TFSI engine (although the "T"
is a misnomer since it used to stand for "turbo") is
putting out 290 hp and 310 lb.-ft. of torque, with maximum twist
beginning at an incredibly tractable 2,500 RPM. Click
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Porsche
unveils 2009 911 Carrera 4 and 4S
 Porsche
has followed up the debut of its freshened 997 rear-wheel-drive
range with the introductions of the all-wheel-drive 2009 911 Carrera
4 and Carrera 4S. Visually, the C4 and C4S are immediately distinguishable
from their 2WD counterparts via the red reflector strip spanning
the width between the taillamps. That's a nice touch that brings
back some fond memories of the 911s of our youth. The C4's rear
bodywork is also wider than that of the 2WD cars. Up front, you'll
find the same schnoz introduced a couple of weeks ago.
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Alfa
MiTo GTA confirmed with 230hp
 Alfa
Romeo will produce a high-performance version of its new MiTo
hatchback that will wear the vaunted GTA badge. The nameplate
was historically used on top-of-the-line performance-oriented
Alfas, and will make a comeback with the range-topping MiTo. Pictured
above is a rendering of what the GTA could look like. Power will
come from the company's 1750cc 230hp turbo four, with variable
valve timing and direct injection.
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Land
Rover developing new 7-seater
 Land
Rover is reportedly developing a new seven-seater SUV based on
the Freelander. Codenamed "Project L486", the new vehicle
will slot into the line-up in between the Freelander and the Discovery,
with styling cues culled from the LRX concept.The new model is
expected to make its debut in 2012, with production taking place
alongside the Land Rover Freelander and the production LRX and
the Jaguar X-Type at the Halewood plant in Merseyside, England.
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303
hp Porsche Cayman S Sport
 The
Porsche Cayman S Sport is packing 303 hp, up from 295 hp, and
will come equipped with Porsche's Active Stability Management
system, a 10mm suspension drop, blacked-out wheels and a two-tone
paint scheme aping the 911 GT3.
Pricing is rumored to be set at £49,890
and expect more details to be revealed shortly.
2010
Chevy Camaro - Official Details
 Chevrolet
Unveils The 2010 Camaro - A Fun, Efficient Sports Car For The
21st Century
* All-new, world-class sports car
* Fuel-efficient, 3.6L direct-injected V-6 delivers an estimated
26 mpg on the highway
* Range of fuel-saving, six-speed transmissions standard on all
models and powertrains
* Powerful SS models equipped with LS3 V-8 (manual transmission)
and L99 with Active Fuel Management (automatic transmission) Click
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Volkswagen
unveiling two-door Elise fighter in LA, new sports car
 According
to Autocar, this newest concept aims to be a budget alternative
to the Lotus Elise, balancing performance and fuel economy in
a low-cost package. Sources suggest that the coupe will feature
either a 168 hp, 1.4-liter TSI gasoline engine or a 125 hp, 1.6-liter
TDI mounted amidships and sending power to the rear wheels via
a seven speed DSG gearbox. If and when the production version
debuts in 2011, the coupe's curb weight is pegged at just over
2,200 pounds, allowing it to run to 60 in under seven seconds
while still returning over 55 mpg. Click
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V8-powered
BMW Z4 hardtop
 As
reported before, the next Z4 will feature a retractable hard top,
but a cloth roof will continue to be offered on entry-level models.
Motivation will come in several different flavors, beginning with
naturally aspirated four- and six-cylinder powerplants. A diesel
is also being considered – a first for the Z4 – and there's no
doubt that the 3-series-based roadster will come packing the twin-turbocharged,
3.0-liter inline six that's proliferated throughout BMW's lineup.
Click
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350
hp Volvo C30 R in the works
 Volvo
gave its C30 hatchback a pretty aggressive look when it introduced
the R-Design package, but unfortunately none of that sportiness
made its way beneath the hood. Adding some show to the go, Volvo
has reportedly created a C30 prototype fitted with a turbocharged
inline-5 pumping out 350 horsepower using the Ford Focus RS engine
block as a base.
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2010
Chevrolet Camaro revealed!
 Camaro
will come in LS, LT and SS trim, equipped with either a six-speed
manual gearbox or a six-speed automatic. Of course, that doesn't
account for the very-obviously-marked RS car that is shown in
the official photos, so who knows what the whole story is.2010
Chevrolet Camaro
Engine choices include either a 296 hp, 3.6-liter V6 or a 416
hp 6.2-liter V8 which will feature cylinder deactivation to boost
fuel economy. Click
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SSC
(allegedly) to produce the world's fastest electric supercar
 The
electric hyper coupe from Shelby SuperCars manufacturer claims
that its battery will not require a charge "for six years"),
powering dual, five-hundred horsepower electric motors, the whole
thing sounds more than a bit fishy. It deserves noting that the
battery technology doesn't exist to support those claims
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2009
Mitsubishi Racing Lancer
 Mitsubishi
unveiled today a new competition car, the Racing Lancer, whose
mission will be to target victory on next year’s Dakar which breaks
new ground in 2009 with a switch from Africa to South America.
The Racing Lancer is a Super Production Cross-Country Rally car,
which has been developed in compliance with the FIA’s Group T1
regulations (modified cross-country rally cars). It also complies
with the new rules due to come into force in 2010. Click
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UK
to get updated RX-8 starting in late August
 Later
this year Mazda is introducing a new version of its unique rotary-engined,
four?seater, four-door coupe – the Mazda RX-8 R3. Powered by an
improved version of the 231ps twin-rotor engine, the new R3 will
offer drivers a heightened experience with faster steering, chassis
and engine responses, more refinement, more equipment and even
greater value. On sale from late August, the new Mazda RX-8 R3
will be priced at £24,995 (on the road). Click
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Opel
and Vauxhall versions of Volt to be built in U.S.
 When
the Volt concept was first unveiled, GM was not sure how to badge
European versions of the E-Flex cars. Apparently, the decision
has been made and the first Euro-bound EV's from GM will be badged
as Opels, with a Vauxhall version coming shortly thereafter. All
three models of the E-Flex chassis will be built in Detroit atop
the next-gen Delta compact car platform which was designed to
carry a large lithium ion battery pack along with a range-extending
engine. Click
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HUMMER
H3T starting at $31,495, sales begin September
 The
all-new H3T is based on the architecture of the popular H3, and
features a five-passenger crew cab and a separate five-foot-long
(1.5 meters) bed. The H3T is infused with the attributes expected
of a HUMMER, including exceptional off-road capability and a premium
interior that is as functional as it is comfortable.
The 2009 HUMMER H3T is scheduled to arrive
in dealerships in September 2008.
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2009
Acura TL shows its face, AWD confirmed
 The
2009 Acura TL is coming this fall, and Acura has released the
first official image of the car. Acura's love-it-or-hate-it new
shield-grille face is affixed to the front end of the new sedan,
which also sports thin, slanted headlamps and a pair of angular
lower intakes. A pronounced accent line sweeps down from the back
to front, where it leads directly into a very pronounced wheel
arch (based on the photo, at least). Click
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2011
Mazda RX-7 Coupe Rendering
 Rumors
about a successor for the RX-7 you have heard for a long time
now, and also renderings and all that. Well, today we bring you
a new one, this time from a Japanese magazine.According to that,
Mazda will unveil the fourth generation RX-7 Coupe in 2010. But
in the same time Mazda has never said anything about a new RX-7.
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2010
Honda S2000 replacement
 The
Honda S2000 has been on the US market since 1999, and although
it's long in the tooth, the rev-happy two-seater still brings
joy to drivers with its well-balanced RWD goodness. We're looking
forward to an all-new S2000, and according to a few Japanese magazines,
we can expect to see the S2K's replacement in 2010. Click
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Gold
plated Porsche 911 turbo
 A
40- pound pure gold covered Porsche 911. We find the idea annoying
but appreciate the work that has gone into it. The carvings and
designs on the surface are brilliant and would have taken weeks
to complete by an extremely set of talented and skilled individuals.The
polished surface looks nice and should have masked the rear-view
mirrors entirely, eliminating the need for a reflective glass
and related electronics for adjustments, but maybe next time.
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Audi
to launch R8 supercar in India by year end
 Audi,
the German manufacturer with a difference, is not planning to
stop with its sedans and SUVs in India. With already seven dealerships
setup in the Nano-country, Audi has plans to expand that network
further.Within a few months, those dealerships, among the A8,
Q7 SUV and other models will sell the R8 supercar. Sister company
Lamborghini has also been operating successfully in India for
sometime now, and Ferrari too, has announced its interest in trading
in the country. Click
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2009
BMW 7 Series
 BMW
has officially announced the details pertaining to the 5th generation
7 Series, so let's cut right to the chase. In Europe, there are
five models arriving on the market in November of this year: the
730d; the 740i and Li; and the 750i and Li. The latter two are
powered by the same twin-turbo 4.4L V8 that debuted in the X6.In
the U.S.-market 7 Series, the turbo eight is rated at 400 horsepower
and 450 lb-ft of torque, and it is the sole engine option being
made available. If you want a BMW 7 Series in America, it will
be a 750. Click
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2009
Ford Focus RS
 The
new Ford Focus RS is is mean and green, and it will make its debut
at this month's London Motor Show. While the RS is still under
development, the car being put on display isn't exactly a concept,
either. Some details might change here and there before it reaches
showrooms in 2009, but ultimately, what you see here is what European
drivers are going to get. Click
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Stunning
Kia Forte revealed!
 Kia
dropped official images of its Spectra successor, the Forte, on
the interwebs, and it is one sharp little car. The styling that
the Forte introduces is Kia's new look, from the pen of Peter
Schreyer, also responsible for the first-gen New Beetle and TT.
The face of the Forte combines chunkily-flared front fenders with
a new corporate grille, and there's a distinctive depression down
the lower part of the flanks that works well with the prominent
swage line to lend a stone-hewn look to the car. Click
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