Toyota May Raise Prius, Luxury Vehicle Prices in Japan
Jiji Press reported that Toyota Motor Corp. is considering raising prices in Japan of its Prius gasoline-electric hybrid car and luxury models, company officials said.
The Japanese auto industry leader is expected to raise prices by one to 3 pct on average due to soaring costs of raw materials such as steel… Continue reading
Mercedes-Benz marks 80 years of protection with new S600 Pullman Guard
Click above for high-res gallery of the Mercedes-Benz S600 Pullman Guard
Short of riding around in a tank, among the highest levels of protection while motoring are provided by armored Mercedes-Benz. The German automaker has been protecting heads of state and captains of industry for 80… Continue reading
First Test: 2008 Mercedes-Benz E320 Bluetec
By Matt Stone
Non-Smoker: The high-tech 50-state diesel has arrived
As I steamed up an on-ramp in the newest E320 Bluetec, my friend asked, “Wow-this thing got a turbo?” There were four aboard, and he was impressed by the tug at his… Continue reading
Lamborghini’s smallest sports car gets bullish
By John Leblanc
Sant’Agata engineers improve traction, handling and high-speed stability on their littlest bull
LAS VEGAS - One would think with a crumbling U.S. economy and escalating oil prices, an exotic automaker like Lamborghini would be on its Continue reading
Bentley with 120g/km of CO2 by 2012
Bentley wants to reach 120g/km of CO2 by 2012. That’s why, in 2009 Bentley will introduce its 1st flex-fuel engine and by 2012 everything they produce will be capable of running on bio-fuels. The ultra-luxury British brand, which is owned by Volkswagen, intends to achieve… Continue reading
Carlsson CK50 based on Mercedes-Benz SL500
German tuning specialist Carlsson has prepared its new tuning kit for the facelifted Mercedes-Benz SL-Class roadster. Implanting new ECU unit into the original 5.5-liter V8 engine and adding a four-pipe exhaust system, Carlsson increases its performance by 47… Continue reading
Mercedes’ storming super saloon
When it comes to flagship sports saloons Mercedes-Benz models have tended to rank behind those of BMW or Audi. Cars sporting the AMG badge have always had plenty of grunt - but were perceived to be more compromised in terms of handling dynamics and feel than those… Continue reading
1st prototype of 2009 Porsche Panamera caught testing
By Ed Hellwig, Lead Senior Editor
Flush with cash from strong sales of its Cayenne SUV, Porsche is looking to expand beyond its sports car roots yet again with an all-new sedan. Revealed here in our exclusive spy video, this 2009 Porsche Panamera prototype was caught while undergoing… Continue reading
The Super-Light Racing Car
By Michael Russell
The Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren is inspired by the Mercedes-Benz 300 SLR design. Co-developed by DaimlerChrysler and McLaren Cars, this sports car/super car hybrid can go from 0 to… Continue reading
Audi pollutes Less at Frankfurt Motor Show
By Joel (TheCarBlog.com)
INGOLSTADT, Germany - More dynamism with less and less fuel consumption – Audi is pursuing a consistent strategy to achieve further reductions in emissions.
INGOLSTADT, Germany - More dynamism with less and less fuel consumption – Audi is pursuing a consistent strategy to achieve further… Continue reading
2009 Nissan GT-R
Okay, we’ve strapped Japan’s latest monster… Continue reading
Aston Martin V12 Vanquish
The Vanquish is powered by a 5.9 L (5935 cc) 48-valve 60° V12 engine, which produces 343 kW (460 hp) and 542 N·m (400 ft·lbf) of torque. It is controlled by a fly-by-wire throttle and a 6 speed ‘paddle shift’ or semi-automatic transmission. A special V12… Continue reading
Exotic Car and Supercar News
By John Hartley
We’ve had an exciting time over the past 12 months in the world of exotic cars. It has all been about sheer power, which does not necessarily make for more exciting driving, nor is more power always more fun. What stirred it all up was the… Continue reading
Porsche Boxster RS60
What is it? The most powerful Boxster to date pays homage to the RS 60 race car of 1960, which helped solidify Porsche’s racing credentials with a win at the 12 hours of Sebring in 1960. The limited edition, 2008 RS 60 is powered by a 3.4-liter, 303-hp flat… Continue reading
