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Lexus' future lineup, no sub-$30,000 model

dannyboy2 submitted on 8/21/2007 Official AutoSpies Timestamp: 12:41:41 AM

Lexus is confident its cars will be perceived as luxury no matter how many units it sells as long as pricing remains above $30,000. The comments come as Lexus prepares to expand its lineup with even more models and battles internal concerns that too much volume may harm its luxury status. Read More

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SUBARU RULES "X" GAMES

ronnsscooby submitted on 8/20/2007 Official AutoSpies Timestamp: 9:22:56 PM

Travis Pastrana/Christian Edstrom finished first in X Games 12’s rally event – the first one for X Games. Subaru Rally Team USA participated in ESPN’s X Games 12 in early August. Read More

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Taking a shine to Mercedes - Mercedes-Benz Innovation Leaders Again

kpaxx submitted on 8/20/2007 Official AutoSpies Timestamp: 1:44:32 PM

After four years of development work, an innovative new clear lacquer went into series production at Mercedes-Benz at the end of 2003. Ground-breaking nanotechnology ensures that the new product is substantially more scratch-resistant than conventional paint. Read More

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Yes, small cars save gas...just don't get hit in one or they may kill you

Agent001 submitted on 8/20/2007 Official AutoSpies Timestamp: 12:24:32 PM

Americans are buying more small cars to cut fuel costs, and that might kill them. As a group, occupants of small cars are more likely to die in crashes than those in bigger, heavier vehicles are, according to data from the government, the insurance industry and the National Academy of Sciences (NAS). Read More

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Mercedes working on 300 SL successor

dannyboy2 submitted on 8/15/2007 Official AutoSpies Timestamp: 8:52:05 PM

Mercedes is working on a spiritual successor to the 300 SL Gullwing, one of the most revered cars in history. Priced between €140,000 and €200,000, the mega-Merc will be built on a shortened SL platform and is codenamed W198. Read More

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Lamborghini building a new Murcielago based supercar

dannyboy2 submitted on 8/15/2007 Official AutoSpies Timestamp: 8:46:14 PM

Rumours have recently surfaced suggesting Lamborghini is releasing an exclusive new model worth 1 million euros (US$1. 6 million). Read More

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Toyota Prius: Unintended Acceleration

kpaxx submitted on 8/14/2007 Official AutoSpies Timestamp: 9:31:40 AM

ConsumerAffairs. com has collected complaints from Toyota Prius owners regarding throttle control. Read More

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CAR AND DRIVER: 2008 Audi RS 4 Cabriolet - Car News

minimalist submitted on 8/13/2007 Official AutoSpies Timestamp: 4:46:27 PM

2008 Audi RS 4 Cabriolet - Car News Audi decides its fantastic RS 4 is safe for U. S. Read More

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Bugatti Veyron videos

milany67 submitted on 8/13/2007 Official AutoSpies Timestamp: 2:53:40 PM

Bugatti Veyron at 407km/h

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Will the BMW X6 kill sales of the Range Rover Sport and Infiniti FX?

Agent001 submitted on 8/11/2007 Official AutoSpies Timestamp: 5:53:59 PM

We are all waiting with eager anticipation for the upcoming BMW X6 SUV. . Read More

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Chinese Alfas & Fiats On The Way

chloelm001 submitted on 8/10/2007 Official AutoSpies Timestamp: 3:51:25 AM

Fiat, SpA has announced that it will enter into a partnership with Chery Automobiles to jointly manufacture 175,000 Fiats and Alfa Romeos for the Chinese and other (likely developing) markets. Fiat had originally attempted to broker a deal with Nanjing Auto, parent company of the reborn MG Rover label, the talks failed. Read More

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Artega to launch more models after GT

dannyboy2 submitted on 8/8/2007 Official AutoSpies Timestamp: 10:29:20 AM

Artega has announced that the first customer deliveries of its new GT coupe will commence by the middle of next year, which is just over 12 months from when the car was first displayed in concept form back at March’s Geneva Motor Show. The car displayed in Geneva was merely an empty shell. Read More

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Opel/Vauxall planning new flagship model

dannyboy2 submitted on 8/8/2007 Official AutoSpies Timestamp: 12:29:46 AM

Execs at Opel are reportedly planning to launch a new version of the Omega large sedan based on GM’s new RWD Zeta platform. The new Opel flagship will be jointly developed by fellow GM subsidiary Holden at its Australian design center, where it joins several other global projects including the new Camaro and Impala. Read More

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A BMW M5 engine in a 335i body?

Dave submitted on 8/7/2007 Official AutoSpies Timestamp: 9:47:38 AM

Ever wondered what a BMW 3 series would be like with the M5's fantastic V-10 engine and 20 inch wheels? How about power cranked up to an insane 550HP? Check this out. . Read More

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Will the AE86 corolla coupe return?

cars4life submitted on 8/7/2007 Official AutoSpies Timestamp: 2:39:04 AM

The corolla AE86 was a great car. Toyota should bring back the performance cars in their lineup. Read More

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12 Lexus LS460's to help power 'Proms Spectacular' symphony at Castle Howard in York

Agent001 submitted on 8/4/2007 Official AutoSpies Timestamp: 7:54:14 PM

The Lexus LS 460 makes its extraordinary 'performance' debut at two prestigious summer classical music concerts this August. In a highly innovative and technologically advanced performance, twelve LS 460s will 'perform' a number of orchestral pieces including two new works written and produced especially for Lexus. Read More

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The Japanese have led the pack with fuel economy. So why are the so against diesels?

Agent001 submitted on 8/4/2007 Official AutoSpies Timestamp: 1:35:40 PM

As I was in the groove of my regular morning routine (Starbucks run, newspaper, etc. )I was looking around the parking lots checking out all the new vehicles. Read More

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Should Infiniti bring back the Q45? Or is there a better solution?

Agent001 submitted on 8/2/2007 Official AutoSpies Timestamp: 2:38:57 PM

It doesn't seem so long ago when Infiniti came out of the gate with the original Q45. I remember seriously considering it before I decided on the original Lexus LS400. Read More

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Lexus Faces Class Action Lawsuit Over ES350 Airbags

kpaxx submitted on 8/1/2007 Official AutoSpies Timestamp: 10:29:34 AM

Business Wire reports that the law firm of Sheldon J. Schlesinger, P. Read More

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More details on the rumored BMW minicar

dannyboy2 submitted on 8/1/2007 Official AutoSpies Timestamp: 7:31:44 AM

BMW is considering developing a new low-emissions minicar to help reduce its fleet average emissions levels in light of new CO2 standards being pushed by the EU. Insiders reveal that initial work for the development of a new model smaller than the Mini is in progress though final production plans are yet to be confirmed. Read More

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