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Russian Subaru Ad Pokes Fun at Dash-Cams

Posted: 25 Apr 2014 05:03 PM PDT

We don't know if the idea behind this amusing Russian TV ad for the Subaru XV is original or not, or if it's even an actual official Subaru video (for what it's worth, Subaru Russia did promote it on its social media pages). Russians use dash-mounted cameras to help themselves steer clear of insurance scammers, so as to always have video proof of their innocence. Read more »

BMW Individual Works its Magic on the M6 Gran Coupé

Posted: 25 Apr 2014 04:34 PM PDT

BMW Individual is showcasing its customizing skills on BMW M6 Gran Coupé featuring a striking Frozen Red metallic paint finish. With this car, BMW's Individual division demonstrates that the power is truly in the details. Read more »

Mystery Solved: Dubai Roadster is AC 5-28 Mont Ventoux Design Study

Posted: 25 Apr 2014 04:04 PM PDT

Here's a quick update on the "Dubai Roadster" concept that was making the internet rounds on Thursday. Having questioned the reports that claimed it was "the brainchild of an unnamed Emirati racer," one of our readers nicknamed Superl rose to the occasion and pointed us towards the right direction. Read more »

Chris Harris Buys 1957 Citroën 2CV, Says it's the Best Car He Has Ever Owned

Posted: 25 Apr 2014 03:33 PM PDT

Like the Volkswagen Beetle in Germany, the Citroën 2CV and the Renault 4 are the cars responsible for putting France on wheels after World War 2. While that is a remarkable feat, I must admit I was surprised to learn that Chris Harris bought himself a Citroën 2CV. Read more »

Land Rover Vision Concept Turned into Next Discovery in Photoshop

Posted: 25 Apr 2014 03:06 PM PDT

The Land Rover Vision concept was one of the highlights of the New York auto show. As we know, it previews the new Discovery family, and in particular, the elongated seven-seater that we used to call Discovery or LR4 in the US. Read more »

Yay or Nay for $65k 2012 Camaro-Based Pontiac Trans Am Bandit?

Posted: 25 Apr 2014 02:41 PM PDT

More than sixty grand is a lot of money for a used car, even more so for an aftermarket build that pays tribute to a dead brand and vehicle range – in this instance, the fire-breathing Pontiac Trans Am Bandit, based on a 2012 Camaro Convertible 2SS V8, which you can jump into brand new for $43,250. Read more »

Consumer Reports Says Range Rover Sport Has “Stiff and Choppy” Ride

Posted: 25 Apr 2014 02:16 PM PDT

Consumer Reports paid over $74,000 for their Range Rover Sport and found it to be excellent in some areas, but quite the opposite in others where this would not have been expected. Read more »

Opel to Focus on SUVs to Return to Profit, Next-Gen Meriva and Zafira will be Crossovers

Posted: 25 Apr 2014 01:52 PM PDT

We had heard about Opel's plans to bring a flagship crossover to market by 2017, but it appears that there will be more Opel crossovers in the future, as the German carmaker seeks to boost sales and return to profit. Read more »

Lada Has Explosive...Bagarrhea

Posted: 25 Apr 2014 01:26 PM PDT

Don't ever dismiss Russian dash-cam videos until the fat lady from Samara sings. More often than not, there's a head-scratching, surprise-ending awaiting for you right around the corner. Read more »

Lamborghini Urus SUV will Reportedly Be Built in Slovakia from 2017

Posted: 25 Apr 2014 01:00 PM PDT

The Lamborghini Urus SUV will be built at VW Group's factory in Slovakia starting in 2017, according to sources from within the company. The vehicle will be based on a modified version of VW Group's MLB platform that will also underpin the next-generation Porsche Cayenne, the same sources told German publication Automobilwoche. Read more »

2015 Peugeot 2008 Light Restyle Render

Posted: 25 Apr 2014 12:36 PM PDT

Peugeot's runaway success, the 2008 compact crossover that has already sold more than 100,000 units about a year after launch, has received a virtual makeover of the very (very) light kind from Photoshop-manipulator Cavalino, who tells us that the changes were "made with elements from the 2008 DKR racecar". Read more »

How Did They Shoehorn it in? Smart with Big Block V8

Posted: 25 Apr 2014 12:12 PM PDT

If you ever felt that even in Brabus guise, any Smart car is just a boring (and slightly overpriced) way of getting two people around a city, then letting them park nose-first to the pavement, then you are absolutely right. Read more »

New Special Edition 2015 Corvette Stingray Atlantic Convertible and Pacific Coupe

Posted: 25 Apr 2014 11:47 AM PDT

To keep the hype going, GM's plans for the new Corvette Stingray focus on the presentation of new features, models and special editions on a yearly basis. Having confirmed an 8-speed automatic transmission for the base Stingray as well as the new Z06 Coupe and Convertible for the 2015MY, Chevy has now announced two new Design Packages, the Atlantic luxury convertible and the Pacific performance coupe, both due to go on sale later this year. Read more »

2014 Chevrolet Camaro Z/28 Reportedly Sold Out, But Will Be Built to Demand

Posted: 25 Apr 2014 11:21 AM PDT

The 2014 Chevrolet Camaro Z/28 has received very positive reviews so far, but we had no idea of how successful the car is from a sales perspective. Well, it appears that all 2014 model year Camaro Z/28s are already spoken for. Read more »

MINI Officially Introduces us to Paceman Adventure Pickup Truck [124 Photos]

Posted: 25 Apr 2014 10:57 AM PDT

Sensing the interest in the Paceman Adventure pickup truck that was widely circulated on the web on Thursday, MINI came forward with an official release and heaps of photos on the project that is a one-off creation with "no plans for series production". Read more »

Would You Have a BMW M235i Over a Used M3 CSL E46?

Posted: 25 Apr 2014 10:30 AM PDT

For BMW M3 E46 Coupe owners and fans, the limited production CSL edition is the Holy Grail of the series, and perhaps one of the most desirable M-badged cars ever built. Too bad if you live in North America, though, as it was never imported here. Overall, only 1,400 cars were produced for its 2004 model year run, all finished in Silver Grey Metallic or Black Sapphire Metallic. Read more »

Turn Heads in this Spiffy Honda N600 Kei Car

Posted: 25 Apr 2014 09:56 AM PDT

While clearly a flagrant copy of the classic Mini's signature design, the Honda N600 kei car is now old enough that nobody cares and is probably much more reliable than the British car anyway. At least you know it has proper (leaf spring) suspension (at the back) and none of that rubber cone malarkey that was never a long-term solution. Read more »

Skoda's Upcoming New Snowman SUV Digitally Created

Posted: 25 Apr 2014 09:30 AM PDT

Skoda's upcoming SUV, rumored to be called Snowman, could look like this rendering, according to DesignRM. It features a shape reminiscent of the VW BlueCross concept that's been infused with Skoda design traits, a slightly lower roof and crossover-esque plastic body cladding. Read more »

Respect Your Elders: 1970s Ford Falcon GT vs Lamborghini Gallardo

Posted: 25 Apr 2014 09:01 AM PDT

Don't look at the current mess that is Ford of Australia; back in the days, years and even decades before the Germans invented the M, RS and AMG badges for their sedans, the Aussies were pumping out cars like the 1971 Ford XY Falcon GTHO Phase III, widely regarded as, if not the, one of the fastest production saloons of its time with a top speed of 141.5 mph (227.7 km/h). Read more »

New System will Detect Drowsiness via Steering Wheel Input

Posted: 25 Apr 2014 08:37 AM PDT

Using sensors to monitor the driver's face, drowsiness detectors are claimed to be a great way of cutting the number of road accidents. It's not the only way to do it, though, as researchers from the Washington State University (or WSU) have developed and are testing a totally different approach that constantly checks the position and movement of the steering wheel. Read more »

Watch New Mercedes-AMG GT Sport Coupe Thrash its V8 Around the 'Ring

Posted: 25 Apr 2014 08:14 AM PDT

The Mercedes-AMG GT is one of the most anticipated new car premieres of the year, with the countdown clock officially in play after the Germans announced its name and released the first official shots of its interior. Read more »

U Spy: New Land Rover Discovery Sport

Posted: 25 Apr 2014 07:48 AM PDT

Our Hungarian friend and occasional prototype spotter Peter S., recently snapped these shots of the upcoming Land Rover Discovery Sport all dressed up for testing on the German Autobahn. Read more »

Seat Ibiza Turns 30, Gets Special Anniversary Model [w/Video]

Posted: 25 Apr 2014 07:28 AM PDT

1984 was the year Apple launched its first Mac computer and the compact disc was beginning to gain traction. It was an important year for Seat as well, as on April 27, the Spanish automaker launched the first Ibiza, which turned out to be the most successful model in the company's history. Read more »

Speedy Coke Trucker Takes Out a Mercedes SLK 55 AMG in South Africa

Posted: 25 Apr 2014 06:57 AM PDT

You should listen to the narrator and creator of this video from South Africa, Maverick Jedi – he definitely knows his stuff and has an eye for accidents. Read more »

VW Golf GTI W12 650 Concept Replica is a Sheep in Wolf's Clothing

Posted: 25 Apr 2014 06:28 AM PDT

Appearances can be deceiving. Arguably, the most impressive Golf to ever rollout of VW's headquarters in Wolfsburg is the 2007 Golf GTI W12 650 – an outrageous concept with dramatic looks and a 6.0-liter W12 bi-turbo engine from the Bentley Continental GT producing 641hp (650PS) and 720Nm (531 lb·ft) placed behind the driver. Read more »