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Cadillac to turn up the heat on the competitors

Agent001 submitted on 3/30/2006 Official AutoSpies Timestamp: 10:38:38 PM

The last five years have seen a remarkable turnaround in the fortunes of General Motors’ Cadillac division. To maintain momentum through 2006, the brand is shifting into higher gear by launching a series of new products. Read More



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American hottie gets MADD!

Agent001 submitted on 3/30/2006 Official AutoSpies Timestamp: 6:27:27 PM

Mothers Against Drunk Driving (MADD) and The Miss America Organization launched today the national partnership between MADD and Miss America 2006 Jennifer Berry. As a new MADDnational spokesperson, Miss America will promote her platform Building Intolerance to Drunk Driving and Underage Drinking -- the first of its kind in the history of Miss America. Read More



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ANOTHER Gay advertising controversy? Now it's with BMW

Agent001 submitted on 3/30/2006 Official AutoSpies Timestamp: 3:51:28 PM

Why, you might ask, are we pointing this out? Car companies like Subaru and Volvo advertise in the gay press all the time. What is the big deal about BMW jumping on the bandwagon? Unfortunately, BMW is not just another car company whose executives recognize the buying power of GLBT automotive buyers—one of the most affluent, loyal, and influential segments of the consumer-universe. Read More



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Exclusive: Bold new Saturn vehicles to debut at the the New York auto show

Agent001 submitted on 3/30/2006 Official AutoSpies Timestamp: 2:19:14 PM

Saab Aero X makes North American debut on Saab USA 50 th anniversary, Pontiac reveals G6 GXP show car General Motors will unveil a dramatically revitalized Saturn lineup with production versions of the all-new 2007 Saturn Aura midsize sedan, Saturn Sky Red Line performance roadster and Saturn Outlook crossover vehicle at the 2006 New York International Auto Show. “Saturn’s new products demonstrate GM’s commitment to raising the bar on product execution as part of our North American turnaround plan,” said Mark LaNeve, GM North America vice president, Vehicle Sales, Service and Marketing. Read More



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Photos: Rolls goes batty?

Agent001 submitted on 3/30/2006 Official AutoSpies Timestamp: 2:05:04 PM

Rock 'n' Roller. . Read More



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Audi Q7 already off to a fast start?

Agent001 submitted on 3/29/2006 Official AutoSpies Timestamp: 11:48:45 PM

The new Audi Q7 is proving to be a big seller. Although it was only launched at the start of March, more than 16,000 customer orders have already been received. Read More

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Porsche 'Pixar' edition?

Agent001 submitted on 3/29/2006 Official AutoSpies Timestamp: 11:44:11 PM

Looks kinda cute for a Porsche doesn’t it. The characters of hotshot rookie racecar Lightning McQueen (voiced by Owen Wilson), Sally Carrera, a snazzy 2002 Porsche 911 (voiced by Bonnie Hunt) and Mater, a rusty but trusty tow truck (voiced by Larry The Cable Guy) from Disney•Pixar’s upcoming release, “CARS” exist not only on the movie screen, but in sheetmetal as well. Read More



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How Lexus earned their reputation

Agent001 submitted on 3/29/2006 Official AutoSpies Timestamp: 11:17:20 PM

Sending a message from the topThe year was 1987 and the domestic automakers had finally resigned themselves to the fact that the Japanese were here to stay. What began as a trend in California and was perceived as consumers' knee-jerk response to the gasoline shortages of the '70s had taken root across the country. Read More



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First official photos: Refreshed XC90 pics- Exterior

Agent001 submitted on 3/28/2006 Official AutoSpies Timestamp: 7:43:24 PM

Here's a sneak peek. . Read More

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First official photos: Refreshed XC90 pics- Interior

Agent001 submitted on 3/28/2006 Official AutoSpies Timestamp: 7:33:05 PM

The official announcement is April 3rd but here's a sneek peek. . Read More



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More Photos: Chrysler 300c touring long wheelbase

Agent001 submitted on 3/28/2006 Official AutoSpies Timestamp: 7:00:54 PM

It will soon take just a bit longer than usual to linger over the Chrysler 300. Chrysler Group announced today that a new model — the 2007 Chrysler 300 Long Wheelbase — will be on display at the New York International Auto Show, in the Jacob K. Read More



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Official pricing for Toyota Camry Hybrid announced

Agent001 submitted on 3/28/2006 Official AutoSpies Timestamp: 6:51:34 PM

Toyota Motor Sales (TMS), U. S. Read More



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New Toyota Highlander on tap

Agent001 submitted on 3/28/2006 Official AutoSpies Timestamp: 6:47:35 PM

Toyota Motor Sales (TMS), U. S. Read More



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Acura takes it to the next level in Southern California

Agent001 submitted on 3/28/2006 Official AutoSpies Timestamp: 6:44:30 PM

Honda broke ground today on a new $15 million Acura Design Center, the latest expansion of Honda's product design and development capabilities in North America. The Acura DesignCenter, scheduled to open in summer 2007, will play a critical role in the development of new concepts and designs that will lead directly to future Acura products developed in North America. Read More



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First pics of the upcoming Volvo XC50?

Agent001 submitted on 3/28/2006 Official AutoSpies Timestamp: 6:20:14 PM

Though presently in the development stages, from what we've heard Volvo is planning on introducing either a new, small SUV based on the Land Rover Freelander platform, or a little brother to the XC70 based on their new V50. Either way this new model will be part of the successful Cross Country line-up and is expected to be called the XC50. Read More



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Audi prepping their version of the Mercedes CLS?

Agent001 submitted on 3/28/2006 Official AutoSpies Timestamp: 6:05:45 PM

Translated by AltaVista translateAUDI has among the avowed "Premium manufacturers" most white marks in the program. That is to now change. Read More



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First pics of next Acura MDX surface

Agent001 submitted on 3/28/2006 Official AutoSpies Timestamp: 12:41:09 PM

New Acura MDX coming to the New York auto show Celebrating its 20th anniversary as a brand, Acura today announced plans to debut a concept version of the all-new MDX luxury sport-utility vehicle, April 12, at the New York International Auto Show and released an artist's rendering of the new vehicle. Scheduled to debut later this year, the 2007 Acura MDX will be the second generation of Acura's luxury SUV to be designed, developed and manufactured exclusively in North America. Read More



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Exclusive photos: Chrysler to introduce long wheelbase 300c

Agent001 submitted on 3/27/2006 Official AutoSpies Timestamp: 11:54:04 AM

The Chrysler Group is stretching the 300 six-inches to create a long wheelbase version to aimed at serving the limousine/livery market, and retail customers who simply desire a more luxurious ride. More pics and info later today. Read More



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New Range Rover debuts at Goodwood

Agent001 submitted on 3/27/2006 Official AutoSpies Timestamp: 11:12:23 AM

Land Rover revealed the latest version of the Range Rover Sport at the Goodwood Festival Press Day. Titled 'HST', the car carries different bodywork and interior trim, and features 20" wheels. Read More



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The sexiest cars alive? We show you the list

Agent001 submitted on 3/26/2006 Official AutoSpies Timestamp: 3:38:32 PM

Our good friends over at Car design news have just published their readers rankings of the sexiest cars alive. Keep up the good work fellas!We think you have a great website!The top ten rankings are:1st: Aston Martin V8 Vantage 2nd: Mercedes CLS 3rd: Aston Martin DB9 4th: Bugatti Veyron 5th: Lamborghini Gallardo 6th: BMW 5 Series7th: Audi TT8th: Alfa Romeo Brera 9th: BMW 6-Series10th: Lotus EliseWe agree with seven of the ten on the list but do not believe the BMW 5-series, Audi TT and Lotus Elise should on it. Read More



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