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First Drive: 2011 Lincoln MKZ Hybrid

Lincoln has finally stuck a balance between luxury and fuel economy with the 2011 MKZ Hybrid.

Vauxhall GTC concept completely revealed ahead of Paris Motor Show debut

The Astra Sport Hatch hasn’t arrived yet, but the Vauxhall GTC, with it’s aggressive styling and turbocharged 2.0-liter engine, is a good indication of what will be hitting the streets next year.

General Motors unveils Chevrolet Aveo show car ahead of Paris Motor Show

The all-new Aveo is ready for its big day in Paris, but before the show, Chevrolet takes the wraps off its all-new subcompact.

Also of interest:

• Next Mazda RX-8 to use Sky G rotary
• BMW’s dontblogaboutthis.com car revealed on forum
• GM testing OnStar Facebook and texting functionality
• Video: Mazda Shinari concept and Kodo-fied Mazda3 make the scene
• Nevada governor candidate pitches speeding for dollars plan as budget fix

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Daily U-Turn: What you missed on 9.8.10 originally appeared on Autoblog on Wed, 08 Sep 2010 19:20:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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First Drive: 2011 Hyundai Equus

The Hyundai Equus isn’t Phaeton Part Deux – it’s the ultimate value proposition.

Consumer Reports picks side in V6 pony car wars

If you’re debating between the sultry styling of the Chevrolet Camaro V6 and the downright impressive sports car performance of the Ford Mustang V6, CR has something to make up your mind.

2011 Bentley Continental GT arrives with new design, optional V8

The Continental GT goes under the knife and comes back with new sheetmetal and an optional V8.

Also of interest:

• Scion tC to get TRD performance version?
• Kia Motors chairman resigns over recalls?
• Mitsubishi could kill off Galant, Eclipse by 2013
• Ferrari bringing fuel-efficient California prototype to Paris?
• Ariel Atom celebrates 10 years, shows off Atom 500 V8 to lucky few

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Daily U-Turn: What you missed on 9.7.10 originally appeared on Autoblog on Tue, 07 Sep 2010 19:20:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Officially Official: Ford F-150 SVT Raptor gains SuperCrew, loses 5.4L V8 for 2011

Ford’s off-road beast, the F-150 SVT Raptor, has only been on sale for a year, but it’s already getting a few upgrades for the 2011 model year. Many reports and a few spy shots indicated that Ford had been prepping a four-door SuperCrew version of the Raptor (you know, for when the family wants to do the Baja run with you), and the automaker has officially confirmed the details (again).

Rumormill: Toyota working on FT-86 sedan?

That’s what the crew at Car Guide would have us all believe. According to the website, Toyota is looking to hedge its bets by producing a second model on the same platform as the upcoming FT-86….

Paris Preview: GM unveils Chevrolet Cruze hatchback for Europe

General Motors will be expanding Chevrolet of Europe’s lineup by adding a five-door Cruze, and while we won’t get our first look at this new hatchback for a few weeks, GM has decided to preview it early with a few pictures on the web.

Also of interest:

• Video: Cadillac CTS-V “Competition” commercial
• Chevrolet signs Tim Allen as brand’s new voice
• Some say that Top Gear will viciously kill off The Stig
• Report: Rattner bio reveals Obama Administration wanted Ghosn to run GM
• Ford settles $�131m Explorer rollover case
• Who pays the highest auto loan interest rates in the country?
• Poll: 2011 Ford Explorer vs. 2011 Dodge Durango – What’s your pick?

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Daily U-Turn: What you missed on 9.3.10 originally appeared on Autoblog on Fri, 03 Sep 2010 19:18:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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First Drive: 2011 Kia Optima

It’s hard to imagine comparing an Optima to the cream-of-the-crop, but with sharp new styling and some compelling powertrains, Kia has a mid-size winner of its hands.

Video: Top Gear USA runs with the bulls

Judging by this newest trailer, Top Gear USA might not suck. After all, it’s hard to argue with three Lamborghinis and a matador.

2011 Dodge Durango unveiled

The all-new Durango has arrived, complete with freshly-minted sheetmetal and a choice of V6 or V8 power that finally brings the fight back to the Explorer.

Also of interest:

• SEMA Preview: Wraptivo Honda CR-Z Type-F
• Next-gen ‘smart’ headlamps to automatically adjust beams around oncoming traffic?
• GM asks Chevy dealers to buy Honda Civic, Toyota Corolla for Cruze comparisons
• Kia to upgrade 2011 Sorento shock absorbers to soften ride
• McLaren planning five new models over five years

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Daily U-Turn: What you missed on 9.2.10 originally appeared on Autoblog on Thu, 02 Sep 2010 19:20:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Quick Spin: FireBreather Camaro

With 600 hp and a body made for sin(ema), the Firebreather more than another Hollywood hero car.

Ferrari 458 Italia recalled over fire risk

The 458 Italia is so hot it’s on fire. Literally. And Ferrari is asking owners to come in for a fix before their prancing horse goes up in flames.

Spy Shots: Last look at 2012 Bentley Continental GT before internet reveal

With less than a week to go before it’s unveiling, our spies catch the new Continental GT prepping for its moment in the spotlight.

Also of interest:

• BBC loses court battle to block the Stig book
• Austin’s F1 track gets laid out
• How EPA’s new fuel economy label would grade current cars
• Aston Martin Cygnet could come to the States
• Jaguar sports car concept bound for Paris

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Daily U-Turn: What you missed on 9.1.10 originally appeared on Autoblog on Wed, 01 Sep 2010 19:20:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Review: 2011 Honda CR-Z

It may not be the CRX redux we’d hoped for, but the CR-Z is one version of the future, and it isn’t so bad.

Ferrari 599 Roadster preview in Pebble

Sources confirm that Ferrari did reveal the 599 Roadster in Pebble Beach and we’ve got the details.

2010 Subaru Legacy 2.5GT: Taming the Mt. Washington Auto Road

One Mountain. One man. One Subaru. We take our long-term Legacy up Mt. Washington and tell the tale.

Also of interest:

• LA Preview: Infiniti to launch 2012 M35 hybrid
• NHTSA looking at 2009 VW Jetta stalling issues
• Fiat wants to sell 50,000 500s in the U.S. through 165 dealers
• NHTSA investigating steering issues on 2011 Hyundai Sonata

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Daily U-Turn: What you missed on 8.31.10 originally appeared on Autoblog on Tue, 31 Aug 2010 19:18:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Review: 2011 Toyota Avalon

It may be engineered for your grandparents, but the latest Avalon has more than a “jet-smooth ride” going for it.

Spy Shots: 2012 Porsche Boxster wired up outside the ‘Ring

The next Boxster is set to debut late next year, but development of the new mid-engine drop-top is already underway and there could be a new four-cylinder powerplant in the works.

Paris Preview: Mazda debuts new Kodo design language with Shinari Concept

The Shinari concept bows ahead of its public debut in Paris, proving there is life after Nagare.

Also of interest:

• Rumormill: Next Mazdaspeed3 to go diesel?
• Nissan Murano CrossCabriolet (convertible) joining Ellure concept in LA
• Suzuki Swift delayed in the U.S., again
• New fuel economy labels proposed by EPA and DOT
• 13-year old motorcycle racer killed during warm-up lap at Indy

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Daily U-Turn: What you missed on 8.30.10 originally appeared on Autoblog on Mon, 30 Aug 2010 19:20:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Review: 2011 Toyota Sienna Limited

There’s no better test of a minivan’s mettle than a summer vacation with the family.

Top Gear producer on Stig book: “He’s ours”

Who is the Stig? That question is one of Google’s top queries, proving the world wants to know the identity of Top Gear’s masked racing driver. But… ask yourself again: Do you really want to know who the Stig is?

Rumormill: Lotus Esprit to use LFA V10, V8 in lesser spec

We’ve heard it before and now it’s rearing its high-revving head again.

Also of interest:

• 2012 Hyundai Sonata (i40) wagon caught testing again
• Ford Windstar recalled over rear axle risk
• Nissan Xterra not long for this world?
• Volkswagen Amarok not coming to U.S.
• Hyundai HED-5 making the rounds

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Daily U-Turn: What you missed on 8.27.10 originally appeared on Autoblog on Fri, 27 Aug 2010 19:20:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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First Drive: 2011 Nissan Juke

The packs a compelling combination of unique styling, turbocharged power and a Generation Y-approved interior. But can you get past its looks?

Chevrolet Suburban celebrates 75 years, Autoblog drives every generation

Chevrolet celebrates the 75th anniversary of the Suburban and we get a crack at driving every generation since 1936.

Spy Shots: Volkswagen Up! caught in Death Valley

The Up! is coming to the States, and VW’s mini-micro-car has been caught undergoing hot-weather testing in the desert.

Also of interest:

• Hyundai RB concept for Moscow revealed [w/video]
• Brabus hearts Apple, launches iBusiness luxury sedan
• Official: Toyota recalling 1.1M Corolla and Matrix models over stalling fears *UPDATE
• GM to show Cruze hatchback at Paris Motor Show?
• 2011 Toyota Highlander debuts in Moscow

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Daily U-Turn: What you missed on 8.26.10 originally appeared on Autoblog on Thu, 26 Aug 2010 19:20:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Quick Spin: Hurst Hemi Challenger Series 5

Muscle cars have never been about exceptional handling. Muscle cars are meant to be imposing, definitely brash and undeniably loud. Muscle cars are supposed to make an impression, and beyond that, leave an impression. A decked-out Challenger like this certainly does all of that.

Video: Police cruiser cam catches 100-mph highway jump and crash

A Pontiac Firebird slammed into the concrete pillar of an overpass while doing over 100 mph after sliding into the median and being launched airborne and sideways. Somehow, the driver survived the crash after being ejected from the car and no other motorists were injured.

Video: 2011 Ford Fiesta nabs IIHS Top Safety Pick, Autoblog watches

The 2011 Ford Fiesta passed its battery of evaluations with flying colors, earning a Top Safety Pick nod in the process. But we were also treated to a tour of some of the more poorly engineered models from the recent past. See all that and more in our visit to the IIHS.

Also of interest:

• Video: Nissan unveils four new Innovation For All spots
• Ferrari reportedly investigating 458 Italia fire risk [w/video]
• New Lancia Stratos continues slow striptease
• Report: Callaway working on high-performance Silverado
• Chevrolet Orlando production version unveiled ahead of Paris
• Honda Jazz Hybrid officially unveiled, not fit for U.S.
• Report: BMW M3 GTS posts somewhat lackluster ‘Ring time

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Daily U-Turn: What you missed on 8.25.10 originally appeared on Autoblog on Wed, 25 Aug 2010 19:20:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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