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Review: 2011 Hyundai Genesis Sedan V6

How has the refreshed version of this first generation Genesis held up ahead of the second-gen’s arrival as a 2012 model?

‘Bye Dad: David Evan Davis, Jr., shuts his eyes one last time at 80 years, 140 days

Talking about my dad just after the day of his death, I’m sort of forced to quote him. Right up to the last, he was “one tough summbitch” as he would say in praising anyone worth their salt.

Spy Shots: All-wheel-drive Mini Cooper hybrid caught weathering the arctic

Sources say this is a through-the-road all-wheel-drive hybrid Mini Cooper.

Also of interest:

• Spoiler Alert: Global RallyCross Championship starts with a bang [w/video]
• Lewis Hamilton and David Hobbscap confirmed for CARS 2
• Report: Auto graveyard business sprouts from Japanese tsunami
• Ford to outsell GM in March?
• Report: Nissan of Canada takes a pass on Murano CrossCabriolet

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Daily U-Turn: What you missed on 3.28.11 originally appeared on Autoblog on Mon, 28 Mar 2011 20:20:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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First Drive: 2012 Mercedes-Benz C-Class

Mercedes executives couldn’t have hoped for a better environment to launch the best Baby Benz, and for buyers unable to pony up for an S, the C-Class easily fits the entry-level luxury bill.

2011 Hyundai Equus Ultimate joins Autoblog’s Long-Term Garage

We’re eager to see how Hyundai’s new range-topping model stands up to the day-to-day rigors of American life, so we’ve just added a $65,400 Equus Ultimate to the Autoblog Long-Term Garage.

2012 Buick LaCrosse dropping trim levels, V6 available as no-cost option

CX, CXL and CXS trim level designations will be replaced by option packages that encompass all of the available amenities.

Also of interest:

• Video: BMW shows off Death Valley testing, 2012 3 Series on display?
• Pics Aplenty: Audi R18 “Evolution 2” cars finish tests in U.S.
• Meet the 203-foot truck on its way to save Fukushima’s No. 4 reactor
• Mazda dealers in U.S. asked not to order cars from Japan
• President and CEO Jan Åke Jonsson retires as Saab signs deals in China, Russia and declares 2010 earnings

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Daily U-Turn: What you missed on 3.25.11 originally appeared on Autoblog on Fri, 25 Mar 2011 20:20:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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First Drive: 2011 Chrysler 200 Convertible

When we arrived at the launch of the new Chrysler 200 Convertible in San Diego, we wondered whether the Sebring’s successor would be better enough for us to want to hold onto the keys after our test drive was over.

Ultra lightweight Mazda MX-5 GT unveiled for British enduro racing

The Mazda MX-5 GT, which will compete in the Britcar MSA British Endurance Championship this year, weighs just 1,874 pounds while packing nearly twice the punch of the standard MX-5.

AdSpotting: Buick using March Madness to sell Regal Turbo

We think Buick appeals to luxury buyers who have lost a lot of money in the market, and had to sell their stuff, including the Mercedes, to keep junior in Country Day School.

Also of interest:

• Report: There will be no Chevy Cruze SS… or will there?
• Video: 2012 Ford Focus ST is still our orange crush
• Report: Maserati Quattroporte replacement coming to Frankfurt
• 2012 Ford Fiesta gets sport appearance package with slight performance upgrade
• Report: Toyota Prius V launch delayed in Japan due to earthquake

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Daily U-Turn: What you missed on 3.23.11 originally appeared on Autoblog on Wed, 23 Mar 2011 20:21:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Review: 2011 Hyundai Equus Ultimate

What Hyundai has done here is create a truly bona-fide luxury car capable of standing toe-to-toe with its Japanese competition and coming pretty darn close to the likes of its lofty German rivals.

VW Beetle to debut in China; powerful Audi-engined model in the cards?

The next Volkswagen Beetle will debut in April at the Shanghai Motor Show. Even better news: we may get a 335-horsepower version in the States.

Video: Watch the elaborate unveiling of Chevy’s next-gen Colorado in Bangkok

Will we get the next generation of the Chevy Colorado in the States? General Motors isn’t saying… yet.

Also of interest:

• Chevy Camaro will be named Ke Mai Luo in China
• Porsche bookmarks new flagship with special 911 Turbo S “Edition 918 Spyder”
• Lexus confirms LF-Gh concept for New York Auto Show
• More quake-related production delays for Toyota, Honda
• Bloomberg: Unintended acceleration Toyota plaintiffs challenging NASA findings

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Daily U-Turn: What you missed on 3.22.11 originally appeared on Autoblog on Tue, 22 Mar 2011 19:20:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Second Spin: 2014 Volkswagen Golf Blue-e-motion

Volkswagen may not be the first into the game, but they want to arrive ready to play hardball. The future awaits.

Officially Official: Porsche releases 918 hybrid details, priced from $845,000

One 500-horsepower, 4.0-liter V8 engine and two electric motors capable of a combined 218 horsepower. 0 to 60 in 3.1 seconds. A top speed of 199. Cost? $845,000 plus destination and handling.

NASCAR star Jeff Gorvette will compete in CARS 2

Exclusive: NASCAR racer Jeff Gordon will make an appearance in CARS 2 as Jeff Gorvette.

Also of interest:

• Would you wait to buy a Japanese car? [w/poll]
• Spy Shots: Mercedes-Benz C63 AMG Black Series caught working out in the cold
• Tesla lets us peek in on Model S development
• GM unveils next-gen Chevrolet Colorado ahead of Bangkok debut
• NHTSA issues new child seat guidelines

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Daily U-Turn: What you missed on 3.21.11 originally appeared on Autoblog on Mon, 21 Mar 2011 19:20:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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365 Days of A: One man’s quest to drive a Ford Model A for entire year

Through snow, wind, rain and heat, Klinger will turn no wheel other than the wire-spoke rollers of his Model A.

Video: See and hear P4/5 Competizione on track from the driver’s seat

A first-person point-of-view of what it’s like behind the wheel of the P4/5 Competizione.

Video: Watch as Japanese motorist’s car is engulfed by the tsunami

Thankfully, the man lived to tell the tale, as did his footage.

Also of interest:

• Followup: Detroit News explains resigning of auto critic Burgess [w/video]
• Report: No radiation danger with cars imported from Japan
• Porsche makes 911 GT3 R Hybrid v2.0 lighter, more efficient
• GM plant shut down due to Japanese parts delay

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Daily U-Turn: What you missed on 3.18.11 originally appeared on Autoblog on Fri, 18 Mar 2011 19:20:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Review: 2011 Jaguar XKR Convertible

Intrigue, thy name is the 5.0-liter, supercharged V8 planted behind this kitty’s headlights. Until the first check engine light, and then the second…

We catch up with the Mercedes-Benz F-Cell World Drive in the States

We pick the Mercedes-Benz F-Cell World drive back up a full 5,651 miles from where we last parted ways with the round-the-world hydrogen-promoting caravan.

Video: Fired NMS employee speaks out about errant F-bomb on Chrysler Twitter account

According to Scott Bartosiewicz, TweetDeck for the iPhone is the real culprit that led to his firing.

Also of interest:

• Report: Toyota wins right to view unintended acceleration plaintiff data
• JD Power’s 2011 Vehicle Dependability Study names Lincoln best brand, Toyota wins most segments
• Lexus, Mini top J.D. Power customer service survey
• Report: Lamborghini plans surface; include Estoque, Sesto Elemento and Gallardo-replacing Cabrera

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Daily U-Turn: What you missed on 3.17.11 originally appeared on Autoblog on Thu, 17 Mar 2011 19:20:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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First Drive: 2012 Aston Martin Virage

We don’t need to tell you that Astons aren’t the best at anything. Well, except looking, smelling and feeling damn sexy. In fact, does anyone sell sexy as well as Aston Martin?

Spy Shots: Latest Mini Coupe photos suggest production nearly afoot

If we were the betting types, we’d lay a shiny nickel on the vehicle you see here being all but identical to the final iteration. Pay special attention to the hideaway rear spoiler.

Video: Ralph Gilles teaches Jay Leno about burnouts in 2011 Dodge Charger R/T

Is there anything more enjoyable than a CEO behaving badly?

Also of interest:

• 2012 Audi R8 GT to start at $196,800
• Consumer Reports calls out six cars it says are worse than their predecessors
• Rumormill: 2013 Shelby GT500 to boast over 600 horsepower
• PSA: EPA now offering used car window stickers
• Report: Chrysler suing Motown clothier over ‘Imported From Detroit’

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Daily U-Turn: What you missed on 3.16.11 originally appeared on Autoblog on Wed, 16 Mar 2011 19:20:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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First Drive: 2012 Mercedes-Benz SLK-Class

The 2012 SLK’s driving experience was a good one. It did, however, leave us wondering about a few things. We’re looking forward to some time behind the wheel of the lighter SLK250. The SLK350’s smaller-engined sibling could end up being the better of the two offerings – that is, until the V8 AMG model enters the mix.

Mini Goodwood Concept headed to Shanghai Motor Show

At the recent Geneva Motor Show, a source within Mini revealed to Autoblog that the automaker will be bringing a new concept, dubbed “Goodwood,” to the Shanghai Motor Show next month.

Spy Shots: BMW flings M3 pickup around the ‘Ring

Trust us when we say that we’re going to sleep more soundly tonight knowing that somewhere in the world, this creation exists. We have no idea what the BMW engineers are up to with this one, though we love the idea of an M3-powered spiritual successor to the El Camino throne (bonus points for the camouflage as racing stripes motif, too).

Also of interest:

• GM, OnStar announce ‘Push On’ sweepstakes
• Spy Shots: Latest look at Porsche’s upcoming 911 Turbo
• Peeved Lamborghini owner destroys car with sledgehammer, others help
• Avera Motors changes name to Rivian Automotive, begins road tests
• Video: Chris Bangle on supercars

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Daily U-Turn: What you missed on 3.15.11 originally appeared on Autoblog on Tue, 15 Mar 2011 19:21:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Review: 2011 GMC Acadia Denali

Does the long-successful brand have the staying power to move away from boxy SUVs and trucks in favor of a kinder, gentler crossover?

Why Geneva has evolved into the must-see motor show of the year

Why has the Geneva Motor Show become so important – so much so that industry leaders and media alike struggle to find $1,000 rooms, often staying an hour away and driving in during the pre-dawn chill?

Spy Shots: 2012 Chevrolet Malibu prototype gives us best look yet

GM is finishing development of its next mid-size sedan, and this almost-done prototype gives us a very good glimpse as to what’s in store for the all-new ‘Bu.

Also of interest:

• Video: BMW’s new 6 Series Coupe hits the road
• New Kia Rio to spawn hot hatch?
• Consumer Reports picks best used cars for teens [w/video]
• Video: First Apple iPad 2 in-dash install
• First sketch of 2012 Mercedes-Benz A-Class leaks out

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Daily U-Turn: What you missed on 3.14.11 originally appeared on Autoblog on Mon, 14 Mar 2011 19:20:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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