Car Article Archive: January 2012

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Top Stories: January 2012

Wiesmann

Wiesmann: Quite Possibly the World's Ideal Sports Car Builder

In a world full of Porsches, Ferraris, and numerous others, Wiesmann stands out as one of the finest sports car makers.

Revealed! 2013 Dodge Dart Ahead of Detroit

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Revealed! 2013 Dodge Dart Ahead of Detroit

The all-new 2013 Dodge Dart is revealed just days before it's scheduled to be unveiled at Detroit.

Plymouth's Retro Hot Rod: In Appreciation of the Prowler

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Plymouth's Retro Hot Rod: In Appreciation of the Prowler

The Plymouth Prowler was and still is a striking example of retro done right; it just needed a Hemi under the hood.

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America Puts Germany on Notice: 2013 Cadillac ATS Revealed at Detroit

Eat this Germany: the 2013 Cadillac ATS arrives to take on the BMW 3-Series and Audi A4.

Ford Fusion

2013 Ford Fusion Revealed in Detroit

The globally-designed all-new Fusion with its frugal Hybrid and Energi siblings offer class-leading economy, an array of gadgets, and a host of safety applications.

2012 Detroit Auto Show

Chevrolet Goes 'Affordably Exotic' with their Tru 140S Concept

Chevy has a new front-wheel-drive sporty coupe concept making the rounds at the 2012 Detroit Auto Show.

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Thinking Different: smart for-us EV Debuts at Detroit

Going in a slightly different direction, smart reveals their for-us EV pickup concept at Detroit.

Nissan Pathfinder

2013 Nissan Pathfinder Concept Makes Public Debut in Detroit

For the new model year, the Pathfinder has turned its attention to on-road comfort and performance.

Chevrolet

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Chevrolet Code 130R Concept Previewed in Detroit

Chevy is making a splash at the 2012 Detroit Auto Show with a preview of their Code 130R Concept.

Peugeot

Peugeot Celebrate All-New 208 with Ice Velvet Limited Edition

A unique paintjob and a host of gadgetry will make this limited edition model stand out from the rest of the new 208s hitting the streets this year.

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The Second Act Continues: Buick Encore Revealed at Detroit

Buick's lineup continues to expand with their all-new Encore small luxury crossover.

2012 Detroit Auto Show

Volkswagen Introduce E-Bugster Concept and Jetta Hybrid to Detroit

VW's green offerings have surfaced at the Detroit Auto Show in the form of a production hybrid and EV concept.

Acura is Back with their NSX Concept at Detroit

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Acura is Back with their NSX Concept at Detroit

Acura's much anticipated NSX Concept is finally revealed at the 2012 Detroit Auto Show.

Lexus LX

2013 Lexus LX 570 Gives Detroit a Lesson in Size, Luxury

Toyota's Land Cruiser shows up to Detroit with a Lexus grille and leather seats.

2012 Detroit Auto Show

Lincoln MKZ Concept Debuts in Detroit Marking Rebirth of Ford's Luxury Arm

Finally revealed in Detroit, the MKZ Concept signals the next step in Lincoln's reinvention.

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2013 Hyundai Genesis Coupe Officially Unveiled at Detroit

The 2013 Hyundai Genesis Coupe has received a facelift and some new technology under the hood.

Lexus IS

Lexus Officially Unveils the LF-LC Concept at Detroit

Lexus officially unveils their LF-LC hybrid sports coupe concept at the 2012 Detroit Auto Show.

Toyota

Toyota Unveils their NS4 Advanced Plug-in Hybrid Concept

Toyota is working hard to shed its current image as a builder of boring cars; they hope the new NS4 concept will help to do just that.

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Porsche Reveals 911 Cabrio to the Crowds at Detroit

After the coupe's unveiling at Frankfurt, Porsche officially launches their all-new 911 Cabriolet at the 2012 Detroit Auto Show.

2012 Detroit Auto Show

Live Shots of All-New 2013 Mercedes-Benz SL in Detroit

Continuing a 60-year tradition the SL blends performance with style and comfort, but for the first time is produced almost entirely from aluminum.

2012 Detroit Auto Show

2013 Audi A4 Allroad Has Arrived at the 2012 Detroit Auto Show

The 2012 Detroit Auto Show played host to the Allroad's return to the U.S. market.

Audi A6

2013 Audi A6 Allroad Quattro Officially Revealed

Audi is hoping to build on the success of the first two allroad quattros with the new third-generation A6 allroad.

The All-New 2013 Porsche Boxster Officially Previewed

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The All-New 2013 Porsche Boxster Officially Previewed

The 911's little brother has a brand new look, having shed some weight while gaining an attractive sheetmetal as well as a few more horses.

Toyota GR86

Toyota Display 15 Showcase Race Cars and Custom Models at Tokyo

A selection of custom GT 86, iQ and Yaris models were on display at the 2012 Tokyo Auto Salon over the weekend.

Offbeat

This is How to Build Your Porsche Exclusive Garage

It's not enough to simply restore Porsche's to their former glory; they must also have somewhere they can be proud to call home.

Spy Shots

Spied: Audi RS6 Avant

Here are the first shots of a prototype for the upcoming Audi RS6 Avant, which is likely due in late 2013.

Classic Cars

1955 Mercedes-Benz 300SL Gullwing Auctioned for $4.62 Million

A perfectly restored, aluminum-bodied 300SL Gullwing went for a record number at the Scottsdale Auction over the weekend.

Bugatti Veyron Grand Sport

Bespoke 'Bumblebee' Bugatti Veyron Grand Sport Unveiled in Qatar

A one-off custom yellow and black Grand Sport has been officially introduced at the Qatar Motor Show.

Motorsport

2013 Ford Fusion NASCAR Racecar Unveiled

The familiar looks of the 2013 Fusion racecar will be a good promotional tool to sell more Ford Fusions.

Jeep Grand Cherokee

A Menacing Jeep Grand Cherokee Concept for 'Name that Jeep'

Jeep is bringing their new Grand Cherokee concept to the Houston Auto Show and they want you to name it.

Obama: The American Auto Industry is Back

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Obama: The American Auto Industry is Back

In his State of the Union address, President Barack Obama boasted about saving the American car industry.

Auto Show

Vittoria Concept by UP Design Revealed in Qatar

Umberto Palermo Design has officially unveiled its Vittoria supercar concept at the Qatar Motor Show.

Tuning

Going, Going, Kahn! Exquisite Porsche Panamera by Afzal

The A. Kahn crew have just given the Panamera a wider body.

Classic Cars

Unique of the Week: 1971 Lancia Fulvia Zagato Sport 1600

There was a time when Lancia produced cars that were both beautiful and exciting. This is one of them.

Classic Cars

Unearthed: 1985 Porsche 928 S

The Porsche 928 was originally deemed to replace the 911, but purists would never allow such a thing.

Tuning

Mercedes-Benz SL R230 Widebody Kit by Prior Design

The German aftermarket specialists have released plenty of decent snaps of one of their latest tuning packages.

Tuning

BMW Z8 by Senner Tuning

The German tuning firm has introduced their latest package for the much sought after BMW Z8.

Lamborghini Aventador Roadster

Lamborghini to Stun Geneva with Two New Models

Speculation is rife that the Italian supercar maker is planning a big surprise for the Geneva Motor Show.

Volkswagen Beetle

Who Really Designed the Beetle?

It's perhaps one of the most intriguing riddles in automotive history.

Tuning

Lingenfelter Signature Series Means a Chevy Camaro with Some Big Power

Lingenfelter has released their signature packages for the Chevrolet Camaro.

Motorsport

The Audi R8 Grand-Am Spends a Day at Daytona

Audi has developed a new R8 for racing in the States.

Leaked

Leaked: Lamborghini SUV Headed to Beijing

The Lambo SUV will compete with the likes of the Bentley SUV and Maserati Kubang.