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2013 Nissan 370Z Preview: 2012 Chicago Auto Show

admin — Tue, 07 Feb 2012 23:00:00 +0000

Nissan’s 370Z coupe and convertible receive a mild update for the 2013 model year, and the updates are on display at this year’s Chicago auto show. A new front fascia features LED daytime running lights. Nissan has ditched the controversial “fangs” on the front end for a cleaner overall appearance. At the back, a red center reflector replaces the…

Volkswagen GTI Convertible Set For Geneva Motor Show: Report

admin — Tue, 07 Feb 2012 14:00:00 +0000

Volkswagen currently sells a convertible version of its Golf hatchback overseas and soon the compact drop-top may come in GTI performance flavor too. According to a new report, Volkswagen is set to unveil a new GTI Convertible (Cabriolet to our European readers) at the 2012 Geneva Motor Show in March. Britain’s AutoExpress reports that the…

Cadillac’s ATS Coupe On Hold, Or Is It?

admin — Tue, 07 Feb 2012 04:00:00 +0000

Cadillac has been blunt about which competitor is in the crosshairs of its upcoming ATS sedan. Not content to take on the Audi A4 or the Infiniti G37, Cadillac has repeatedly named the BMW 3-Series as the primary rival of the ATS. Part of the appeal of BMW’s 3-Series is the number of the number of variants it comes in, ranging from sedan, to…

Super Bowl XLVI MVP Eli Manning Wins 2012 Chevrolet Corvette

admin — Mon, 06 Feb 2012 14:00:00 +0000

For his efforts in yesterday’s Super Bowl XLVI, New York Giants star Eli Manning was not only awarded with the Most Valuable Player title but a brand new 2012 Corvette Grand Sport Convertible Centennial Edition as well. Thanks to his efforts as well as those of his team-mates, the New York Giants were able to trump the New England Patriots…

2012 Lexus CT 200h

admin — Sun, 05 Feb 2012 15:00:00 +0000

The CT 200h hybrid hatchback is Lexus’ entry-level offering and is relatively unique in that it offers a hatchback bodystyle, which tends to be unpopular with luxury buyers in the U.S., and a hybrid drivetrain. It’s also relatively pricey when you consider that an Audi A3 lists for almost $2,000 less than the Lexus but is equally…

2012 Buick Verano

admin — Sun, 05 Feb 2012 14:00:00 +0000

The Buick Verano is all-new for 2012 and carves in its own niche in the new car market as it’s one of the few genuine compact sedans in the near-premium and premium segments. Its closest rivals would be the Acura TSX and–to a lesser extent–the Chrysler 200, though both of these are somewhat bigger than the Verano. Note, if you can live…

2012 BMW 3-Series: First U.S. Drive, Full Review

admin — Sat, 04 Feb 2012 01:39:00 +0000

BMW has given the 3-Series its most radical set of changes in many years, and because we—and sport-sedan owners and enthusiasts in general—so often use the 3-Series as a benchmark, maybe even the archetype for sport sedans, it’s time to take note. Which is what we did this past week; while we got a taste a few months back, with a…

Recall Alert: 2008-10 Maserati GranTurismo and GranTurismo Convertible

admin — Fri, 03 Feb 2012 21:44:21 +0000

Maserati has issued a recall for 1,768 GranTurismos and GranTurismo convertibles from the 2008-10 model years because of a faulty lamp assembly, according to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration.

In the affected vehicles, which were manufactured from June 2008 to March 2010, both the taillights and brake light could fail because of the faulty lamp assembly. This could lead to reduced vehicle visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.

Maserati will notify owners this month, and dealers will inspect and replace affected rear taillamp assemblies free of charge.

For more info, owners can call Maserati at 201-816-2600 or NHTSA’s hotline at 888-327-4236.

2008-10 Maserati GranTurismo Recalled Due To Faulty Lights

admin — Fri, 03 Feb 2012 19:00:00 +0000

Maserati has issued a recall on certain versions of its stunning GranTurismo and GranTurismo Convertible. The reason stems from an issue with the cars’ tail-lamps, which includes both the regular light and brake light units. In total Maserati says there are some 1,768 cars affected in the U.S. alone. The affected cars are those GranTurismos…

2012 MINI Highgate Offers Exclusivity In A Convertible

admin — Fri, 03 Feb 2012 15:00:00 +0000

If you were disappointed that MINI’s two recently announced special editions, the Baker Street and Bayswater models, were only offered with the Cooper hard-top bodystyle, you’ll be pleasantly surprised to hear that MINI is now offering a special edition Cooper Convertible as well. The new MINI Highgate is the third in a trio of special…