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Bentley Dakar Entry Edges Closer To Reality

Posted on 18. May, 2012 by .

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Bentley is likely to execute a proven Volkswagen Group formula for the promotion of its upcoming SUV by entering a racing version in the arduous Dakar rally. Just like the Porsche Cayenne and the multiple-winning Volkswagen Touareg that came before it, Bentley’s new SUV, well, the EXP 9 F concept version at least, is expected to compete in...

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2013 Ford Mustang Shelby GT500 Burnout: Video

Posted on 17. May, 2012 by .

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Though we can't tell you what we think about how the 662-horsepower 2013 Ford Mustang Shelby GT500 drives just yet, we can share with you this video of the car converting motion into heat and smoke in the most classic of muscle car ways: the smokey burnout. Presented for your perusal is not just one, or two, but three angles of both the coupe and..

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It’s Time for Fiat to Offer a Lifestyle Pickup?

Posted on 17. May, 2012 by .

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The timing could be perfect for a small and efficient pickup truck, and some are looking to Chrysler to make it happen. We reported several months ago that the Fiat Strada would be an interesting choice if Chrysler wanted to fill the void left by the Dodge Dakota, especially since so much has changed in the small-truck market. Larry Vellequette, the Automotive News journalist who knows Chrysler better than anyone, seems to be suggesting the same thing in his latest blog (subscription may be required to view)

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The Pagani Story, Part Five: Video

Posted on 17. May, 2012 by .

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Over the past few weeks, we’ve brought you the first four segments of a five-part video series covering the history of Italian supercar builder Pagani Automobili. While this fifth installment marks the end of the series, it’s really just the end of the beginning for Pagani. The videos cover the birth of Pagani Automobili through the..

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Tommy Kendall Coaches You On Line Technique: Video

Posted on 17. May, 2012 by .

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There are plenty of schools you can go to to learn how to drive a car fast on a racetrack, including the U.S. AMG Driving Academy.

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Andretti Sports Marketing And Race On LLC Get Baltimore OK

Posted on 17. May, 2012 by .

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Michael Andretti has a lot on his plate, running an IZOD IndyCar Series team, a squad in the Firestone Indy Lights Championship, Star Mazda and USF2000 series. He also promotes the Toronto INDYCAR race, Milwaukee IndyFest and now has signed on as co-promoter of the 2012 Grand Prix of Baltimore. Andretti Sports Marketing is working with Race On LLC..

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Slow-Selling 2012 Lexus HS 250h Hybrid Killed, Very Softly

Posted on 17. May, 2012 by .

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Beware, green luxury shoppers: If you like the Lexus HS 250h hybrid sedan, get one now—and you might even score the rare discount on a Lexus. Lexus has confirmed that the HS 250h is no more.

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Casey Stoner To Retire From MotoGP At End Of 2012 Season

Posted on 17. May, 2012 by .

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Racers are sometimes like alcoholics--they rarely know when to say when. In MotoGP, Mick Doohan knew, Eddie Lawson knew, but I'm not really sure Valentino Rossi knows. It seems reigning world champion Casey Stoner doesn't have that problem as he has confirmed today that he'll retire from the sport at the close of the 2012 MotoGP season

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VW Showing GTI And Polo R WRC Street Concepts At Wörthersee

Posted on 17. May, 2012 by .

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The annual “GTI Meeting at W

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2014 Chevrolet SS Performance Sedan Made Official

Posted on 17. May, 2012 by .

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Enthusiasts still in shock over the departure of the Pontiac G8 have a new savior. Chevrolet made it official today: The automaker will launch a new performance sedan called the 2014 Chevrolet SS in early 2013. Like the G8, the SS borrows its shape and mechanicals from a Holden Commodore

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