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Review: 2010 Acura MDX

Acura’s corporate beak might put off the average CUV shopper, but get inside the MDX’s tech-rich interior and the awkward proboscis is out of sight and mind.

Autoblog Monterey Classic Car Week Calendar

If you’re heading to Monterey, California for this week’s Pebble Beach festivities, we’ve compiled a schedule of what to see and do each and every day.

Rumormill: Lancia Stratos revival won’t be one-off, production planned

According to the latest report, the Lancia Stratos revival was penned by Jason Castriota and could go on sale as a limited edition model in two year’s time.

Also of interest:

• Spy Shots: 2012 BMW 1 Series three-door caught in Munich
• Bentley launches two Middle East-only editions of Flying Spur
• Toyota considering RWD hatch to commemorate Naruse
• Emissions regs to kill Honda Civic Type-R in most of Europe at end of 2010
• 2011 Ford F-150 Harley-Davidson Edition gets new 6.2-liter V8

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Daily U-Turn: What you missed on 8.10.10 originally appeared on Autoblog on Tue, 10 Aug 2010 19:20:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Review: 2011 Hyundai Sonata GLS

Even in entry-level trim, the Hyundai Sonata continues to impress with its futuristic interior and entertaining dynamics.

Spy Shots: 2012 Chrysler 300 is more than a nosejob

The next Chrysler 300 has been caught out and about in Michigan, and while it’s still cloaked in camo, these latest shots prove the sedan is undergoing more than just a mild facelift.

Lotus Exos Type 125 revealed as quasi-F1 car

The Lotus Exos Type 125 might look like an F1 car, but in reality it’s a $1m toy for incredibly wealthy track junkies.

Also of interest:

• Honda recalling 383,000 vehicles over runaway risk
• Jet-powered school bus reaches 350 mph, eliminates tardy slips
• Rumormill: Saab to enter WRC with new 9-2
• Report: Buick Verano compact coming in 2012
• Chrysler reports $183M second quarter operating profit, $172 million loss overall

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Daily U-Turn: What you missed on 8.9.10 originally appeared on Autoblog on Mon, 09 Aug 2010 19:20:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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First Drive: 2011 Scion tC is a bolder swipe at Generation Y

There’s no demographic that’s targeted more often than young, affluent males. Though these buyers may not have quite as much expendable income to throw at new car purchases ….

Harley-Davidson announces sale of MV Agusta to Claudio Castiglioni

We’d heard the rumors and now it’s official. Harley-Davidson has announced that it has sold the MV Agusta brand to…

First Look: 2011 Toyota Highlander to launch at Moscow Motor Show next month

Toyota Europe has confirmed to Autoblog that the automaker’s popular Highlander crossover will go on sale in Russia and the Ukraine for the…

Also of interest:

• Bloomberg: Lamborghini Estoque production hopes not dead, still under consideration
• Report: Man convicted in fatal crash set free with Toyota sudden acceleration appeal
• Lotus 125 track car to debut at Pebble Beach
• Spy Shots: Next-gen Hyundai Azera caught in Europe
• Girls Just Wanna Have Fun: Women, motorcycles and stunts throughout history [w/video]
• Video: Dutch VW ‘RollGolf’ proves that Yankees don’t have a lock on junkyard creativity
• Honda announces recall of 2010 Element models with manual transmissions
• Video: Reverse-engineered Wipeout racing videogame is silly brilliance

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Daily U-Turn: What you missed on 8.6.10 originally appeared on Autoblog on Fri, 06 Aug 2010 19:20:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Review: 2011 Ford Fiesta SES promises the democratization of fun

Remember when economy cars offered few concessions beyond roll-your-own windows, rear window defrosters and AM radios? It was…

Mid-engined Corvette development confirmed… by Saab engineers?!

1990 General Motors CERV III concept Before things went all tipsy in the auto market, the engineers at General Motors were apparently hard at work on some pretty interesting projects. How…

Lexus allowing outright purchase of LFA in U.S., demands right of first refusal if you try to sell it

Shortly after the LFA supercar was unveiled last fall, Lexus announced that it would only be available to lease in the U.S. Toyota’s…

Also of interest:

• How the British Pay Homage to 50’s America: Chevrolet Spark woody
• Spy Shots: Clearer look at reborn Lancia Stratos emerges
• Japanese inventor makes gas and brake one pedal
• Infiniti reportedly registers JX nameplate for trademark
• Spy Shots: Dodge Avenger facelift caught

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Daily U-Turn: What you missed on 8.5.10 originally appeared on Autoblog on Thu, 05 Aug 2010 19:20:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Review: 2010 Toyota Tacoma 4×2 PreRunner is a troubled fish in a shrinking pond

In a world over overly-capable full-size pickups, does the Tacoma have what it takes to hold down the low-end of the market?

Report: Honda builds more cars in U.S. than in Japan for first time ever

For the first time ever, Honda has built more vehicles in the U.S. than in Japan. But at what cost?

Hyundai pledges to average minimum 50 MPG CAFE standards by 2025

Hyundai has staked a claim as the most fuel-efficient automaker in America, and come 2025, its entire lineup will be rated at 50 mpg or more.

Also of interest:

• General Motors bringing back mild hybrids next year
• Mazda sets lightweight target of 2,200 pounds for next-gen MX-5
• 2011 Nissan Quest unveiled in Japan as Elgrand
• Volvo‘s new chairman wants 7-Series, S-Class rival
• Opel details Paris plans, including GTC Paris hatch concept, Astra Sports Tourer
• 2011 Land Rover LR2/Freelander 2 revealed – includes first-ever front-drive model

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Daily U-Turn: What you missed on 8.4.10 originally appeared on Autoblog on Wed, 04 Aug 2010 19:20:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Review: 2010 Mercedes-Benz GL350 Bluetec lives large, treads lightly

The GL takes the crown away from the S-Class as the biggest Benz, and with a torquey, full-efficient diesel, it could be one of the best luxury ‘utes around.

Autoblog speaks with Nissan 370Z designer Randy Rodriguez at 23rd annual Z Car Convention

In a world full of uninspired econoboxes, designers like Rodriguez stand apart. He’s a Z enthusiast first and a designer second, and as the man responsible for the 370Z’s sheetmetal, we had a few questions.

By The Numbers – July 2010: How Soon We Forget Edition

Domestics do well (again), Toyota and Honda falter and fuel prices put crossovers and SUVs over the top.

Also of interest:

• Production BMW Efficient Dynamics sports car in 2013, M version too!
• Spy Shots: Mysteriously sexy Lancia Stratos redux spotted working out
• Hyundai confirms 2011 Elantra to arrive in U.S. by end of the year
• Toyota was aware of unintended acceleration claims by 2003, says lawsuit
• Ford 6.7-liter PowerStroke gets 800 lb-ft as of next week, upgrades available

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Daily U-Turn: What you missed on 8.3.10 originally appeared on Autoblog on Tue, 03 Aug 2010 19:20:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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First Drive: 2011 Chevrolet Cruze sails into new era of small cardom

Has General Motors finally created a class-competitive compact car? Find out in our First Drive of the Chevy Cruze.

Autoblog attends 23rd annual Nissan Z Car Convention

The Nissan North America headquarters in Franklin, Tennessee played host to the Annual Z Car Convention this past weekend, and hundreds of Nissan fanatics filled the facility with all manner of Z-badged hotness.

Report: Chevrolet dealer ready to charge $20,000 over MSRP for Volt… will more follow?

One California Chevrolet dealer says it plans to command a $20k premium for the Volt. And they’re surely not the first.

Also of interest:

• Pagani Zonda HH fully revealed
• Spy Shots: Bentley Continental GT successor snapped from new angles
• BMW to build 9-2 on Mini chassis for Saab
• Video: Fórmula Truck – The bigger they race, the bigger they crash
• 2011 Nissan GT-R Club Track Edition revealed?
• Ford officially sells Volvo to Geely for $1.8b

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Daily U-Turn: What you missed on 8.2.10 originally appeared on Autoblog on Mon, 02 Aug 2010 19:20:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Review: 2010 Lexus ES 350 is soft-riding royalty that’s lost its crown

Lexus continues to give the people what they want, but is its aging ES still the benchmark for the class?

Autoblog gets seat and simulation time with Toyota’s newest safety technology [w/video]

In our final dispatch from Japan, we get behind the wheel of Toyota’s latest prototypes and simulators, and enjoy a close-up view of two Camry sedans being smashed together at Toyota’s newest crash testing facility.

X Games 16 Preview: Autoblog rides shotgun with the stars of Rally Car [w/video]

The X Games extravaganza kicks off this weekend and we get some seat time with the series’ most competitive drivers.

Also of interest:

• Oft-rumored Nissan Murano convertible tipped to debut at LA Auto Show
• Mercedes-Benz unveils 2011 S63 AMG with twin-turbo 5.5L V8 [w/video]
• 2011 Toyota Tacoma gets sweet-looking TRD T|X and T|X Pro packages
• Toyota already set to cancel four-cylinder 4Runner
• Nissan refreshes Rogue crossover for 2011
• Toyota secures trademark for Supra name

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Daily U-Turn: What you missed on 7.30.10 originally appeared on Autoblog on Fri, 30 Jul 2010 19:20:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Review: 2010 Honda Civic Si HFP not fast, is curious

In a world where sport compacts are mainly turbocharged hatchbacks, can the Civic Si still hold its own?

Regrets, I’ve Had a Few: Jonny Lieberman bids farewell to Autoblog

Before Lieberman leaves for an editorship at Motor Trend, he reflects on his time at Autoblog and lists off a few things he would’ve done differently.

Toyota to recall 373,000 2000-2004 Avalon sedans in U.S. over faulty steering locks

More recalls from Toyota and this time it includes over 300,000 Avalons equipped with faulty steering locks.

Also of interest:

• NHTSA to update 5-star testing process
• Recycling Gone Wild: Turn your VW Jetta TDI into a Smyth Performance G3F [w/video]
• Toyota recalls Lexus LX 470 for potential ‘steering shaft disengagement’
• Rush Limbaugh tears into Chevy Volt, fails to understand how it works
• Toyota denies Sequoia discontinuation – sort of

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Daily U-Turn: What you missed on 7.29.10 originally appeared on Autoblog on Thu, 29 Jul 2010 19:20:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Review: 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer Sportback Ralliart takes aim at the competition

Mitsubishi needs a WRX competitor, but does the Ralliart Sportback fit the bill?

2011 Chevrolet Volt requires… premium gas?

Considering its meager output, it may come as a shock that the Chevy Volt needs premium gas. Could such an insignificant detail hinder sales?

BREAKING: Porsche approves 918 Spyder for production

Porsche has confirmed it will build the 918 Spyder, a hybrid supercar due to arrive in 2013.

Also of interest:

• 2012 Porsche Cayman Clubsport headed for LA Auto Show
• Spy Shots: 2012 Dodge Magnum interior revealed
• Ken Block reveals possible Fiesta special edition collaboration with Ford in the works
• 2011 Kia Optima configurator goes live with estimated pricing starting at $18,495
• Jack Roush in serious but stable condition after (second) plane crash [w/ video]

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Daily U-Turn: What you missed on 7.28.10 originally appeared on Autoblog on Wed, 28 Jul 2010 19:20:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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