Thursday, March 19, 2009

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Hydrogen Powered High-Speed Detroit-Lansing Mag-Lev Line Proposed
Investors have proposed a new magnetically-driven rail system to run hydrogen-powered vehicles between Detroit and Lansing. The estimated total cost for the project is US$2.3 billion.
03.19.2009 10:46 PM ... view
Caparo T1 Race Extreme Version Specs Announced Plus Climate Option
Caparo has launched a T1 Race Extreme model which uses revised parts such as a 620bhp V8 and fully adjustable traction control. Buyers can now also get air conditioning with their T1.
03.19.2009 10:00 PM ... view
Most Successful Porsche Race Cars Reunite at 12 Hours of Sebring
This is a rare moment in motorsports history. On display are most of the Porsche cars which raced to victory at the 12 Hours of Sebring over the years.
03.19.2009 9:30 PM ... view
2010 Lincoln MKZ Pricing Starts at $34,965
Lincoln has announced US pricing of the redesigned 2010 MKZ sedan will start at $34,965 for FWD models and $36,855 for AWD models.
03.19.2009 9:00 PM ... view
Lewis Hamilton Wax Work Figure Unveiled At Madame Tussauds
The McLaren driver in December underwent 300 measurements for the immortalisation, which was reported to have cost nearly $230,000.
03.19.2009 8:30 PM ... view
Design Project: 2020 Hyundai City Car Concept
The car's body consists of transparent solar panels, which "collect ambient light" and create electricity. The electricity is fed into a water tank to split the hydrogen from the oxygen and the hydrogen is stored to power the vehicle.
03.19.2009 8:00 PM ... view
Next Generation Jaguar XJ Details Surface
Jaguar is steadily building towards the July launch of the brand-new XJ super sedan. "Radical" is the word being thrown about to describe the luxury Brit.
03.19.2009 7:30 PM ... view
Cadillac CTS Gets WiFi Internet Access
Cadillac is turning the CTS into a WiFi hotspot. The company is installing a system that will enable CTS passengers to access the web even when the car is moving.
03.19.2009 7:00 PM ... view
A ray of hope for McLaren at Jerez
The Spanish sun took on the role of a ray of hope for McLaren on Wednesday, as the beleaguered F1 giant conducted its penultimate day of a troubled pre-season.
03.19.2009 6:30 PM ... view
2010 British Motor Show Cancelled
The British Motor Show is on its last breath as its owners are canceling the 2010 leg of the show. People are just not attending anymore.
03.19.2009 6:00 PM ... view
Chevy Volt Still Set to Hit Dealerships in Nov 2010
40,000 dollar Chevy Volt still on schedule for a 2010 launch but sales of hybrids have fallen dramatically in the US. Monthly sales of hybrids in the US were down by two-thirds in February compared to their peak in April of 2008.
03.19.2009 5:30 PM ... view
Next-Gen Saab 9-5 Latest Spy Shots
Fresh spy images of the next-generation SAAB 9-5 sedan are out. The car is going through the last European winter testing procedures before it begins its summer run. It might be seen at the Frankfurt Motor Show later in the year.
03.19.2009 5:00 PM ... view
Alonso, Trulli, slam latest FIA rules
The change to the 'gold medals'-style points system for this season has been roundly panned, but it is the duel-rule budget cap idea for 2010 that Fernando Alonso publicly appealed to be "reconsidered".
03.19.2009 4:00 PM ... view
2010 Mercedes E63 AMG Sedan Spied with Exposed Rear End
New spy pictures reveal almost the entire rear end of the next E63 AMG sedan. LED lights and oval tailpipes of the 525hp beast are exposed in these clear pictures.
03.19.2009 3:00 PM ... view
Toyota to Revive MR2 as Prius Coupe
A new Toyota MR2 is being cooked up in the land of the rising sun. It will expand on the 2007 FT-HS Concept by employing modified Prius hybrid technology to a sports car body.
03.19.2009 2:00 PM ... view
2010 Roush 427R Mustang Unveiled
Tuner outfit Roush have debuted their new 2010 Roush 427R Mustang. With 435 hp and 400 ft-lb of torque, the car gets the benefit of the company's customized supercharger.
03.19.2009 2:15 AM ... view
Spyker Boss Antonov Seriously Wounded in Assasination Attempt
Antonov was shot along with a bodyguard last Wednesday in Moscow, according to Reuters. Several other websites have reported that Antonov was shot multiple times in the stomach and has lost a finger but that his wounds are not life-threatening.
03.19.2009 1:45 AM ... view
Scion Announces Micro-subcompact Concept Debut at New York Auto Show
The Toyota iQ is headed for the US market branded as a Scion. The US-bound iQ will likely be fitted with a 1.3 liter, 4-cylinder engine with 99 hp rather than the 1.0 liter, 3-cylinder 67 hp motor in the Japanese and European market versions.
03.19.2009 12:44 AM ... view
Opel Insignia OPC Sport Tourer Mule First Spy Photos
The Insignia Sports Tourer OPC will likely come as an all-wheel drive with a 2.8 liter, twin-turbo V6 with about 320 hp. The car comes with Brembo brakes, larger exhaust pipes and OPC tags on the front sides of the car just before the forward doors.
03.19.2009 12:14 AM ... view
Tazzari ZERO EV to Arrive in North America Early 2010
The upcoming mini electric Tazzari Zero has been confirmed for a 2010 North American debut. The Zero is only 113 inches long, sits two and has an 88 mile range.
03.18.2009 11:44 PM ... view
Renault-Dacia Launches Sandero 1.4 LPG in France at EUR 5,900
A new Dacia Sandero 1.4 LPG has been launched in France for the price of EUR 5,900. It produces 75hp and its C02 emissions figure is issued as 135g/km.
03.18.2009 11:14 PM ... view
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