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Feb
14th

McLaren releases MP4-12C specs

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The wait is finally over! McLaren just released the complete specs for their MP4-12C supercar, which is set to take on the Lamborghini Gallardo, Ferrari 458 and the like. Full story...
Feb
14th

Eco-Navigator: GPS, maintenance planner and eco coach all in one!

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Hybrids and electric vehicles help drivers reduce their energy consumption and emissions through a built-in vehicle information centre, something most other automobiles don't benefit from. If you're the hypermiler type, a new device called Eco-Navigator could quickly become your #1 travel companion. Full story...
Feb
14th

Geneva 2011: Mercedes-Benz releases details on the 2012 C-Class Coupe

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After teasing us with a series of images, Mercedes-Benz has finally deigned to reveal the C-Class Coupe once and for all, before its first public appearance at the Geneva Auto Show running from March 3 to 13, 2011. Full story...
Feb
14th

F1: Latest update on Robert Kubica’s condition

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The Lotus Renault GP team has issued a press release Monday about the condition of its driver Robert Kubica who was severely injured in a rally accident in Italy, Sunday February 6. Full story...
Feb
14th

NASCAR: J.R. Fitzpatrick ready for NASCAR Nationwide Series’ race in Daytona

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J.R. Fitzpatrick's will be the sole Canadian competing in Saturday's 'DRIVE4COPD 300' NASCAR nationwide series' race. Full story...
Feb
14th

IndyCar: Pippa Mann on Conquest Racing’s list

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Indy Lights' graduate Pippa Mann will be testing for Conquest Racing at the end of the month, on Fenriary 28 at the Texas Motor Speedway in what could translate into a full IndyCar oval program in 2011. Full story...
Feb
14th

Geneva 2011: World premiere of the Lamborghini Aventador

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After revealing bit by bit the specifications of the machine destined to replace the Murciélago, a source wishing to remain anonymous has admitted that the Aventador LP 700-4 will be presented for the very first time at the Geneva Motor Show. Full story...
Feb
13th

McLaren MP4-12C performance specs released:

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The twin-turbo, 3.8-liter V8 in the McLaren MP4-12C sports car cranks out 592 hp at 7,000 rpm, according to factory performance specs released on Sunday. The engine hits its torque peak of 443 lb-ft at 3,000 rpm and holds it up to 7,000 rpm. Full story...
Feb
13th

Gumpert Tornante to hit Geneva:

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German supercar maker Gumpert announced that it will unveil its long-rumored second model at the upcoming Geneva motor show. Full story...
Feb
13th

Revamped C-class coupe to feature 2 new engines

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The all-new 2012 Mercedes-Benz C-class coupe will debut next month at the Geneva auto show and go on sale in the United States in September. The two-door, four-seat coupe will be available as the six-cylinder C350 and the four-cylinder C250. Full story...
Feb
13th

Porsche to add 1,000 new employees

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To keep pace with its planned model expansion and sales targets, Porsche will add more than 1,000 employees by 2015. About 500 jobs will be added for production of Porsche's new compact SUV, codenamed the Cajun. Full story...
Feb
13th

New coupe is ‘most sporty C class ever,’ Mercedes says

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Mercedes-Benz aims to win more younger buyers with its C-class coupe, which will debut next month at the Geneva auto show. Mercedes expects the coupe to account for 10 percent to 15 percent of total C-class sales. Full story...
Feb
13th

2011 Lexus GS 450h Review

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Driving a luxury hybrid seems to be a contradiction in terms, but if you stop and think about it, luxury cars can benefit from being a hybrid just as much, if not more than a small car. We already know that adding an electric motor to a fuel efficient engine results in a considerable improvement in fuel economy (and thus a reduced carbon footprint). The 450h carries that theme forward, in comfort. Full story...
Feb
13th

Gas stations pose health risk for nearby residents

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According to Spanish researchers from the University of Murcia, people living within 50 metres of a gas station are exposed to airborne organic compounds that pose health hazards. Full story...
Feb
13th

News follow-up: Allstate backtracks on ‘zodiac’ story

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Recently, we reported a tongue-in-cheek story correlating the revised zodiac signs to accident rates. The press release from Allstate led to some confusion around whether astrological signs are part of the underwriting process. Full story...
Feb
13th

NASCAR: Kyle Busch needed a GPS to get to his garage after shootout

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One of the oddest vignettes of the Bud Shootout Saturday evening was the sight of Kyle Busch getting lost in the maze of the Daytona garages after his car was mostly crippled in the race. Full story...
Feb
13th

GP2 Asia: Jules Bianchi and Stefano Coletti win season openers in Abu Dhabi

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Jules Bianchi and Stefano Coletti each won one of the opening rounds of the GP2 Asia season presented on the Abu Dhabi circuit this week-end. Full story...
Feb
13th

F1: Is the sport heading towards yet another budget cap war?

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The idea of budget caps in formula one triggered a political war two years ago, but it is back on the agenda now according to Red Bull boss Christian Horner. Full story...
Feb
13th

NASCAR: Mistake by Denny Hamlin gives Kurt Busch first Daytona win

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Kurt Busch got some unexpected and unintended help from rival Jamie McMurray to win the Bud Shoot-Out on Saturday night. Full story...
Feb
13th

Andros Trophy: Jean-Philippe Dayraut wins last round; Jacques Villeneuve 2nd

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Newly crowned Jean-Philippe Dayraut (BMW Série 1) won the final round of the Andros Trophy in Lans-en-Vercors. He finished ahead of Canadian driver Jacques Villeneuve, who secured his first podium finish in the series. Full story...
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