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Quick Spin: 2011 Dodge Journey

It’s nothing short of amazing how much Dodge has managed to change the Journey in such a short period of time. With a little more work, this could be an unlikely top-runner in a hotly competitive segment.

Video: Ford Shelby Mustang GT500 dyno run goes boom in spectacular fashion

Shelby Mustang dyno test goes horribly wrong… on video.

Video: Race-Star ConverTTable may be the coolest coffee table we’ve ever seen

A table that morphs into a driving simulator? Sign us up.

Also of interest:

• NHTSA proposes mandatory backup cameras by 2014
• Honda announces end of Element production
• Camry pedal recall prompts secondary repair, Toyota denies it’s recalling a recall
• Report: Chevy Camaro poised to outsell Ford Mustang for first time in 25 years
• Democrats and Republicans agree on higher gas taxes, just not in public all the time

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Daily U-Turn: What you missed on 12.03.10 originally appeared on Autoblog on Fri, 03 Dec 2010 19:20:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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First Drive: 2011 Mini Cooper S

The newest Mini Cooper evolves and continues to impress.

Leave a Facebook comment, win a copy of Gran Turismo 5!

If you didn’t camp out at Best Buy last week to purchase your copy of GT5, you’re in luck. We’ve got one copy of PolyD’s latest and greatest sim and all you’ve got to do is like us… on Facebook.

Ferrari 458 Challenge debuts at 2010 Bologna Motor Show

Ferrari unwraps its latest Challenge car before next year’s races heat up.

Also of interest:

• GM announces $4B pension fund deposit
• 2012 Nissan GT-R officially goes 0-60 in 2.9 seconds
• Spy Shots: 2012 Mercedes-Benz C-Class Coupe caught uncloaked
• Rumormill (Yet Again): Lexus GS-F is coming
• IIHS Obvious Conclusion of the Day: Mismatched bumpers cost thousands in repairs

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Daily U-Turn: What you missed on 12.2.10 originally appeared on Autoblog on Thu, 02 Dec 2010 19:20:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Review: 2011 Subaru Impreza WRX

Just over an inch of extra width makes all the difference to the 2011 WRX.

Video: Translogic goes to Japan, checks out its modding culture

Our in-company pals at Translogic decided it was time to add a new stamp to their passports, so they gathered up their video equipment and hopped on a plane to Japan.

A Conversation with Saab’s Victor Muller and Jan-Ake Jonsson

Saab’s rebirth is in full swing and we sit down with two of its principles to see what the future holds.

Also of interest:

• Toyota suing Old GM over shutdown of NUMMI plant?
• Video: New Hyundai Azera/Grandeur caught in motion
• Rinspeed previews BamBoo well ahead of Geneva debut
• Next Dodge Viper confirmed for 2012 rollout, won’t be Alfa 8C-based
• Study: Auto bailout saved over 1 million jobs

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Daily U-Turn: What you missed on 12.1.10 originally appeared on Autoblog on Wed, 01 Dec 2010 19:20:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Review: Gran Turismo 5

Gran Turismo 5 is finally here. We tell you why the most anticipated driving game ever is not a must buy.

Video: Ever seen a V24 diesel rock the dyno?

Want to see something really crazy? How about a 24-cylinder Detroit Diesel engine with twelve giant blowers? Check out the video of this ridiculous piece of machinery make its first dyno run.

Autoblog Podcast #206: Porsche Cajun, Nissan Leaf COTY, 10Best

Chris Shunk, Dan Roth, Zach Bowman and Chris Paukert tackle the latest news.

Also of interest:

• Leaked: Are you the new Audi A6?
• 2012 Mustang Cobra Jet specs revealed
• Rasmussen Reports: More Car Buyers Looking For “American”
• Honda Insight gets much cheaper base model, new features for 2011
• Does Cadillac need a Mini-fighter?

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Daily U-Turn: What you missed on 11.30.10 originally appeared on Autoblog on Tue, 30 Nov 2010 19:20:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Quick Spin: 2012 BMW 1 Series M Coupe

We get our hands on an M Coupe prototype to see if BMW’s hottest 1 Series can live up to the hype.

Video: Motor Trend pits Ferrari 458 Italia against Ducati 1198S

Italy produces machines that look good standing still or screaming towards the horizon, so it’s no surprise that Motor Trend decided to pit two of the country’s finest machines against each other.

Porsche Cajun mini-SUV confirmed, due to arrive in 2014

Porsche finally confirms what’s been rumored for years: an all-new, entry-level SUV is one the way.

Also of interest:

• Audi TT GT4 Concept unwrapped in Shanghai
• GM considering CVTs for small cars
• Buick GL8 is an executive express for China
• Nissan Leaf nabs 2011 European Car of the Year award
• Fiat to build Jeeps in Italy

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Daily U-Turn: What you missed on 11.29.10 originally appeared on Autoblog on Mon, 29 Nov 2010 19:20:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Review: 2011 Volkswagen Jetta SEL

How far will Volkswagen go to dominate the marketplace? The all-new Jetta is a good indication.

How does Hyundai do business in the shadow of war?

Most major automakers don’t have to worry about having a shell land in the middle of their boardroom. But the news out of the Korean peninsula makes it clear this is a very serious, very real possibility for the folks who run Hyundai and Kia.

Dissecting the Lotus Metamorphosis: The Cars

Lotus’ new line-up may be tough to understand, so here’s your definitive cheat-sheet.

Also of interest:

• 2011 Chevy Volt gets 93 mpge (and 37 mpg and 60 mpg) rating from EPA
• Spy Shots: McLaren prepping race-ready MP4-12C GT3
• Report: Production Lamborghini Sesto Elemento will be for track use only
• McLaren MP4-12C priced from €200,000
• Jeep Grand Cherokee bests Toyota 4Runner in latest Consumer Reports testing

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Daily U-Turn: What you missed on 11.24.10 originally appeared on Autoblog on Wed, 24 Nov 2010 19:20:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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First Drive: 2011 Bugatti Veyron Super Sport

1,200 hp. 268 mph. $2.58 million. And worth every single penny.

Autoblog Podcast #205: LA Recap, Top Gear USA and Chevy Zetas

Chris, Dan and Alex recap the 2010 Los Angeles Auto Show, Top Gear USA’s first episode and the return of the Holden Commodore as a Chevrolet.

Dissecting the Lotus Metamorphosis: The Company

The first installment of our in-depth look into the future of Lotus Cars.

Also of interest:

• Rumormill: BMW 1 Series M Coupe to pack 451 hp?!
• Report: NHTSA reviewing Honda Accord Hybrid sudden acceleration claim
• Are you a production-bound Porsche 918 Spyder teaser?
• Rumormill: Ford Focus Coupe concept on the way
• Car and Driver 2011 10 Best winners announced

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Daily U-Turn: What you missed on 11.23.10 originally appeared on Autoblog on Tue, 23 Nov 2010 19:20:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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First Drive: 2011 Cadillac CTS-V Wagon

We’ve found the best way for the Griswold clan to smoke Christy Brinkley’s Ferrari 308 GTSi.

Review: Top Gear USA – the first episode [w/poll]

Despite the hue and cry of the Twitterverse, the first episode of Top Gear USA wasn’t horrible. It wasn’t great, either. But is it worth your time?

Officially Official: 2011 Audi RS 3 Sportback unveiled

All you need to know about the all-new RS3: 340-hp inline five, quattro all-wheel drive and front tires that are 10mm thicker than the rears…

Also of interest:

• Next Acura NSX built on flip-flopped Honda Accord chassis?
• Oprah reveals 2012 VW Beetle silhouette, gives cars to entire audience [w/video]
• Nissan Leaf snags 99 mpg rating on official EPA sticker
• Mitsubishi plug-in hybrid coming in 2013
• Ford F-150 EcoBoost finishes Baja 1000 in 38 hours
• Aussies build a Chevy El Camarino

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Daily U-Turn: What you missed on 11.22.10 originally appeared on Autoblog on Mon, 22 Nov 2010 19:20:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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First Drive: 2011 Bentley Continental GT

Upon querying current and past Continental GT buyers about what they’d like to see in the new model, a surprisingly unified voice came back loud and clear: “Don’t screw up my car, but fix the sat-nav.” Let’s see how it went, shall we?

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2011 Chrysler 300 photos hit the web

Here we have a slew of high-res detail shots of the 2011 Chrysler 300 sedan. Expect a full reveal at the 2011 Detroit Auto Show.

Also of interest:

• Mercedes-Benz considering CLS63 AMG Shooting Brake, diesel AMGs a long way off
• 2012 Mustang Boss 302 priced at $40,995
• Ford makes version of Transit Connect for the people
• Ford Police Interceptor quickest in LA Sheriff’s Department testing
• Spy Shots: BMW 3 Series caught testing, interior revealed for first time

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Daily U-Turn: What you missed on 11.19.10 originally appeared on Autoblog on Fri, 19 Nov 2010 19:20:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Review: 2010 Ford F-150 SVT Raptor 6.2

A scant 30 minutes had passed after taking possession of this 2010 Ford F-150 SVT Raptor until we had all four of its wheels off the ground. Shortly thereafter, we were driving home in leather-lined comfort.

Autoblog Podcast #201 – Challenger 392, American Hyundais, Lincoln dealers, Mercedes B-Class, Green Car of the Year

Topics include the Dodge Challenger SRT8 392, whether Hyundai builds the most American cars on the U.S. market, Lincoln’s spat with its dealers, the new Mercedes B-Cass and the Green Car of the Year nominees.

Video: Lamborghini Gallardo Twin-turbo crashes at Texas Mile

Twin-turbocharged Lamborghini Gallardo built by Underground Racing crashes after hitting 235 mpg in the standing mile.

Also of interest:

• ABC News airs big exposé on BMW N54 engine problems, lawsuits [w/video] [UPDATE]
• Video: Hennessey Venom GT clears its pipes ahead of SEMA debut
• Ford posts sixth consecutive quarterly profit
• Chevy Volt configurator powers up
• 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS63 AMG coming to LA Auto Show
• 2011 Subaru Forester gets web debut

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Daily U-Turn: What you missed on 10.26.10 originally appeared on Autoblog on Tue, 26 Oct 2010 19:20:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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