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May
30th

2005-2008 Lincoln Mark LT Pre-Owned

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Neither a smashing sales success nor a legend slated for the history books, the Lincoln Mark LT mainly amounted to an upscale and heavily re-trimmed Ford F-150. A successor to the Lincoln Blackwood pickup, the Mark LT aimed to blend Lincoln's celebrated sense of style and luxury with the toughness and capability of a Ford truck. Full story...
May
30th

The inner workings of the TDI turbodiesel engine: back to the future

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The arrival of "TDI" engines allowed diesel car engines to turn out performances comparable to those of equal-sized gas engines while reducing such inconveniences as noise, soot and pollution generally associated with diesel engines. Full story...
May
30th

F1: Did Friday bring peace to F1?

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The fact that nine FOTA teams lodged conditional 2010 entries was hailed by some as the end of hostilities with F1's ruling bodies. Full story...
May
30th

The inner workings of the TDI turbodiesel engine: back to the future

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The arrival of "TDI" engines allowed diesel car engines to turn out performances comparable to those of equal-sized gas engines while reducing such inconveniences as noise, soot and pollution generally associated with diesel engines. Full story...
May
29th

Video: Dale Earnhardt Jr. speaks:

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AutoWeek caught up with NASCAR driver Dale Earnhardt Jr. at an event in Detroit. Hear what he thinks about the firing of his crew chief and cousin Tony Eury Jr., racing at Michigan International Speedway and other topics. Full story...
May
29th

Dale Earnhardt Jr. speaks: The AutoWeek interview:

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AutoWeek caught up with NASCAR driver Dale Earnhardt Jr. at a media event in Detroit. Hear what he thinks about the firing of his crew chief and cousin Tony Eury Jr. Full story...
May
29th

2009 Sneak Preview: 2010 Land Rover Range Rover, Range Rover Sport, LR4

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2009 Sneak Preview: 2010 Land Rover Range Rover, Range Rover Sport, LR4
2010 Land Rover Range Rover, Range Rover Sport, LR4 - 2009 Sneak Preview - Automobile Magazine
For its second refresh since its introduction, the Range Rover receives the same two new engines, adaptive damping, and surround-view camera system as the Range Rover Sport.

A comprehensive upgrade sees the Land Rover LR3 tick up one notch to LR4 for 2010 (by Land Rover's count, it's the fourth generation of the Discovery, as the vehicle is known in other markets). Although there's a new grille, headlamps, and other minor tweaks outside, the bulk of the changes are inside the cabin and under the skin. A new interior uses more soft-touch materials and groups more functions in the central touch screen. The old 4.4-liter V-8 is supplanted by a new, direct-injected 5.0-liter unit, and output jumps to 375 hp and 375 lb-ft of torque. Chassis upgrades include revised variable-ratio power steering and suspension geometry as well as upgraded brakes. A 360-degree-view camera, trailer sway control, and keyless ignition are some of the technology highlights. The LR4 arrives in October.


Photo Gallery: 2010 Land Rover Range Rover, Range Rover Sport, LR4 - 2009 Sneak Preview - Automobile Magazine


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May
29th

GM to hold a press briefing Monday in New York

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General Motors said it plans to hold a press briefing on Monday, June 1, around mid-day, presumably to announce plans to seek federal bankruptcy protection. Full story...
May
29th

Rinspeed launches car-themed art collection:

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This may be the most natural progression from the car world to art: Rinspeed, the master of the offbeat concept, is launching an auto-themed collection of contemporary prints. Full story...
May
29th

2009 Sneak Preview: New and Future Mazda Cars

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2009 Sneak Preview: New and Future Mazda Cars
New and Future Mazda Cars - 2009 Sneak Preview - Automobile Magazine
Beyond a grinning new front fascia, Mazda's latest update to its iconic roadster brings a higher redline, a better shifter, and meaner sound, thanks to a resonance tube that pipes induction noise into the cabin.

Just like you, we always want to know what's coming next from Detroit, Tokyo, Stuttgart, Munich, Los Angeles, and all the other places where automotive engineers and designers dream and scheme on our behalf. Car companies, of course, are loath to share information on new products lest their competitors try to copy them--or you decide not to buy the cars they already have on dealer lots. Car companies, though, are simply groups of people, and some of them have a hard time keeping secrets. So, we poke, we prod, we cajole, and we uncover information that becomes the basis for our annual Sneak Preview issue. As always, some of our information is educated guesswork based on hints, insinuations, hunches. Make no mistake, though, these cars are on their way, even though details may change. Ladies and gentlemen: our list of 136 cars coming over the next few years...


Photo Gallery: New and Future Mazda Cars - 2009 Sneak Preview - Automobile Magazine


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May
29th

2009 Sneak Preview: 2010 Lamborghini Murcielago LP670-4 SuperVeloce

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2009 Sneak Preview: 2010 Lamborghini Murcielago LP670-4 SuperVeloce
2010 Lamborghini Murcielago LP670-4 SuperVeloce - 2009 Sneak Preview - Automobile Magazine
Only 350 examples will be built, and buyers will choose between two rear wings: either the "Aeropack Wing" shown here, which purportedly allows a top speed of 209 mph, or the smaller, standard wing that enables you to soar to 212 mph.

In the latest iteration of the aging Murciélago, the 6.5-liter V-12's output rises from 632 hp to 661 hp while the weight drops by some 220 pounds, resulting in a car that Lambo says will vault to 62 mph in a mere 3.2 seconds. Only 350 examples will be built, and buyers will choose between two rear wings: either the "Aeropack Wing" shown here, which purportedly allows a top speed of 209 mph, or the smaller, standard wing that enables you to soar to 212 mph.


Photo Gallery: 2010 Lamborghini Murcielago LP670-4 SuperVeloce - 2009 Sneak Preview - Automobile Magazine


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May
29th

2009 Sneak Preview: New and Future Kia Cars

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2009 Sneak Preview: New and Future Kia Cars
New and Future Kia Cars - 2009 Sneak Preview - Automobile Magazine
Kia just launched its first vehicle with real style, the Soul, and next comes a direct challenge to the leaders in the compact car segment.

Just like you, we always want to know what's coming next from Detroit, Tokyo, Stuttgart, Munich, Los Angeles, and all the other places where automotive engineers and designers dream and scheme on our behalf. Car companies, of course, are loath to share information on new products lest their competitors try to copy them--or you decide not to buy the cars they already have on dealer lots. Car companies, though, are simply groups of people, and some of them have a hard time keeping secrets. So, we poke, we prod, we cajole, and we uncover information that becomes the basis for our annual Sneak Preview issue. As always, some of our information is educated guesswork based on hints, insinuations, hunches. Make no mistake, though, these cars are on their way, even though details may change. Ladies and gentlemen: our list of 136 cars coming over the next few years...


Photo Gallery: New and Future Kia Cars - 2009 Sneak Preview - Automobile Magazine


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May
29th

Lutz says he will continue to advise GM part-time

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General Motors Vice Chairman Bob Lutz says he expects to continue as a part-time adviser to GM after retiring at year's end. Lutz, 77, is serving as a senior adviser for the remainder of the year, focusing on product development and design. Full story...
May
29th

GM has made good progress in restructuring, White House says

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General Motors has made important progress during its restructuring even if it needs to file for bankruptcy to finish the job, the White House said on Friday. Full story...
May
29th

2009 Sneak Preview: 2011 Jeep Grand Cherokee

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2009 Sneak Preview: 2011 Jeep Grand Cherokee
2011 Jeep Grand Cherokee - 2009 Sneak Preview - Automobile Magazine
The Grand Cherokee's styling is purely evolutionary, but Chrysler knows not to mess with a good thing - as the company faces extinction, it's Jeep that's most likely to survive.

2011 Jeep Grand Cherokee
The first alimony check rolls in.


Photo Gallery: 2011 Jeep Grand Cherokee - 2009 Sneak Preview - Automobile Magazine


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May
29th

Dale Jr. is unhappy and Aston Martin is coming to F1, in News Brake for Friday, May 29:

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In today's News Brake: Dale Jr. is unhappy with his on-track performance, Aston Martin wants to join the Formula One grid and a legendary Corvette is headed for the auction block ... But Wait, There's More! Full story...
May
29th

Visteon gets bankruptcy court OK to pay wages

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U.S. auto parts maker Visteon Corp. received interim court approval today to pay wages, benefits and payroll taxes while in bankruptcy. The approval came during a hearing in U.S. Bankruptcy Court in Delaware. Full story...
May
29th

Nissan, Renault reach for more savings

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Feeling the sting of operating losses around the world, Nissan Motor Co. and its French alliance partner Renault SA have assigned a task force to squeeze more savings out of shared vehicle platforms, assembly plants and purchases. Full story...
May
29th

General Motors says it plans to build small car in U.S.:

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General Motors said Friday that it plans to build a small, fuel-efficient car in the United States that will compete in the “B-segment” as the company tries to comply with stiffer mileage mandates recently proposed by the Obama administration. Full story...
May
29th

Bob Lutz on erasing GM’s ‘reputational deficit’

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General Motors' potential tagline in bankruptcy: "GM. Yes, we can." Full story...
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