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- Piaggio MP3 Hybrid In Production
- Subaru Impreza WRX STI spec C Introduced
- Toyota to Recall 3.8M Vehicles Over Accelerator Pedal Clearance
- Is it a Segway? No its a 35mph Wheelchair
- Toshiba Batteries Promise 90 Second Recharge Time
- Subaru is running its WRX STI in Nurburgring 24-hour race
- Mugen Honda Civic Type-R Hatchback Has Been Revealed
- Nissan Announced New Generation of Compact and Lightweight CVT
Subaru Announced the 2010 WRX STI Special Edition
Subaru has announced the all new 2010 WRX STI Special Edition. Some of the features that this model will offer over the existing WRX STI are the suspension package form the JDM WRX STI Spec C (1mm thicker rear anti sway bar, stiffer springs and more rear sub frame bushings). The model will also inherits the charcoal 18 x 8.5-inch 14-spoke alloy wheels.
For whatever reason, Special Edition STI will have a downgraded stereo (single-disc CD/four speakers versus six-disc/10 speakers), manual HVAC controls, conventional halogen headlamps, and indicator-free side mirrors. Why bother including a stereo anyway? They are obviously trying to shave the extra weight, but maybe they should do the same thing they did in 2004 version of STI? The features mentioned above will not do the trick.
Subaru says it plans to initially offer a limited production run(125 units) for the Special Edition this Spring, and all painted Aspen White. Later in 2010, the Special Edition will become a normal production model available in other colors. Hmm very strange concept. Pricing has not yet been released. For more details please read a complete press release.
Lexus Introduces 2010 GX460
An all new 2010 Lexus GX460 has been announced. As you have noticed that the current GX470 will be replaced by the new GX460 model. the name change is primarily due to a new 4.6-liter V8. The new engine manages to produce 301 hp and 329 lb.ft. of torque, which is more than its predecessor, while having 13 percent better fuel economy, putting it in the15/20 mpg range. It also uses a second-generation frame and an all-new body.
Some of the new features are standard power-folding third row, flip-forward second row slider for better third row access, rear swing gate with new pop-up glass for quick access, optional Pre-Collision System (PCS) with Dynamic Radar Cruise Control, Driver Attention Monitor and Lane Departure Alert (LDA), full-time four-wheel drive, off- and on-road balancing Kinetic Dynamic Suspension System (KDSS) with available Adaptive Variable Suspension (AVS), 6,500-pound towing capacity, 18-inch alloy wheels, Crawl Control and Downhill Assist Control (DAC), ten standard airbags, Bluetooth, nine-speaker audio system with integrated iPod control and XM Radio receiver, rear back-up camera, optional Lexus Enform with Safety Connect, XM NavTraffic, XM NavWeather and XM Sports and Stocks by subscription.
The new 2010 Lexus GX460 will come in two different trims, base and premium.
For a complete list of specs you can read a press release below.
Update: Lexus has announced stating price for 2010 GX460 will begin at $51,970
Mitsubishi Recalls Almost 30k 2008-2009 Lancer and Lancer EVO Models
NHTSA has announced that Mitsubishi is recalling up to 29,353 2008-2009 Lancer and Lancer Evolution models over a potential corrosion of the front impact airbag sensor problem. The concern is that long-term exposure to a mixture of melted snow and salt on the road may cause the wintery mixture to adhere to the front impact sensor and lead to corrosion over time. In the event of an accident or collision, a damaged sensor may short-circuit and delay airbag deployment possibly causing driver or passenger injury. The recall right now is limited to states where heavy road salt is used in the winter.
Mitsubishi dealers have been instructed to replace the airbag sensors with a redesigned model with improved corrosion resistance. The safety recall is scheduled to begin November 27, 2009, but owners may contact Mitsubishi Customer Relations at 888-648-7820 for more information
Please read a complete press release below.
2010 Lotus Evora Pricing Released
Lotus Evora has been already launched in Europe, and is now in the process to start delivering the new model to U.S. The production of the US spec cars will starting shortly, and Lotus has finally released an official price , that will start at $73,200. This prioce will include the 276-hp Toyota-sourced 3.5-liter V6 and a 6-speed transmission.
this is not your typical Elise or Exige model, the Evora is nicely trimmed in a very fashionable way. The interior of the car includes hand-stitched leather from Muirhead and exterior aluminum trim. The car is a little bigger and taller than its smaller cousins, which should make getting in and out of it much easier. Evora is expected to have at ;east 30 mpg EPA on the highway and for the performance figures, 0-60 time should come in just 4.9 seconds. Here are some pictures of the car that Lotus released as well as the official press release.
BMW M3 GTS Track Video
Last week, BMW released details and photos of the new M3 GTS. The street legal and track-bred, super-coupe is propelled by the hot 4.4-liter V8 (with slightly increased HP) and a lightweight body. We have seen pictures, and read the details, but now lets take a look at the two new videos of this beast ripping through the track.
httpv://www.youtube.com/watch?v=g7wh2FixhXs&feature=player_embedded
httpv://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tCzDOpVasHM&feature=player_embedded
Chrysler Releases New Business Plan For Future Vehicle Production
Chrysler has release their new business plan that defines the next five years, and the events that will take place. They describe the nest five years of changes that will take place and you will see the complete timeline of this in the images (presentation) below. There will be a few models that will be discontinued and one of them that some people be very upset about is Dodge Viper. But do not wary it will get reincarnated in 2012 according to Chrysler chart. Some new models are will also be emerging. Here is a quick breakdown:
Models to be discontinued: Click here to read more…
2010 Ford F-150 SVT RAPTOR Details Revealed
The complete details of the all new 2010 Ford F-150 have been officially revealed. According to the report, there will be three models available for your pleasure. We already know about the 5.4 liter model, but in addition to this there will be a eagerly awaited Raptor 6.2 as well as FR Raptor XT, which is an off-road racing model, that will go for a tad under 100K and only 50 units will be made. The Raptor 6.2 will feature a new 6.2L V8 engine that will boast 411 horsepower and 434 ft.-lb and will get to 60 mph 1.5 seconds faster than the 5.4 while matching its fuel economy (not that you care about MPGs). That should put the 6.2 somewhere in the upper six range, for a 0-60 mph. The prices for the models mentioned are starting at $38,995, $41,995, and $99,950 respectively. Please read an official press release below for more details.
Harley-Davidson Giving Dealers $5K for Every Sold Buell
If you are in the market for a new motorcycle, now might be a good time to visit your local Harley-Davidson dealership. If you are in to motorcycles, you may have already heard the announcement couple of weeks ago that Harley-Davidson has discontinued their Buell brand.
inorder to move all the stock, they are providing incentives to their dealers. According to a report from the Hell for Leather, Harley-Davidson is sending a check to each dealership for $5,000 for every new Buell sold regardless of the model. This knowledge has already spikes the sales of Buell, , but none the less should give customers a little extra negotiating power for the out the door price.
From what we have heard so far, you seem to be able to get really good deal on these motorcyles, but because it has become such a good deal, and people are buying, most dealers now starting to increase the selling price again. Happy buying and happy riding!
2010 Audi S4 Power is Underrated
Looks like Audi maybe hiding something from us. Based on some latest reports from a Volkswagen and Audi tuner APR , a 2010 Audi S4 may have much more power than advertised. APR has put this new S4 on their AWD-dyno and discovered that instead of the 333 hp and 325 TQ Audi is claiming on the paper, they pulled 331 hp and 336 pound-feet of torque at the wheels! A typical AWD car has about 20-25% drive train power loss, so calculating that in to the equation, the actual crank output of the S4 is roughly 400 horsepower and torque. This is a very old trick that companies like BMW have been doing to lower the premiums on the car insurance, which is a good thing for us 
. None the less, this is definitely some good news for the owners and future buyers of the all new 2010 Audi S4.
Source: Quattro World
Nissan Recalls 26,000+ 2009-2010 Altima and Maxima Models
Nissan is recalling 2009 and 2010 Nissan Altima and Maxima over a suspension issue. The problem is the upper front strut insulators on some cars may crack. Nissan is notifying all the owners this month and the mentiones taht all the repairs will be taken care of by the dealers. If you have a car that fits this specification and have not recieved a nitice yet, contact your dealer to get your car inspected and repaired.
PRESS RELEASE
Vehicle Make / Model: Model Year(s):
NISSAN / ALTIMA 2009-2010
NISSAN / MAXIMA 2009-2010
Manufacturer: NISSAN NORTH AMERICA, INC.
Mfr’s Report Date: SEP 10, 2009
NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID Number: 09V358000
Component: SUSPENSION
Potential Number of Units Affected: 26398
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