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Recall Wednesday: Toyota recalling 539,500 vehicles

drew630 submitted on 4/9/2008 Official AutoSpies Timestamp: 5:15:03 PM

Toyota Motor Corp. is recalling 539,500 Corolla and Matrix passenger cars in the United States because the bolts in the power window system can become loose and ultimately cause a window to shatter. Read More

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Consumer Reports: Best & Worst Used Cars

XeroK00L submitted on 4/3/2008 Official AutoSpies Timestamp: 3:24:47 PM

Reliable models to look for—and troublesome ones to avoid. Is it time to replace your car? Owners of 27 percent of the vehicles in our latest Annual Car Reliability Survey acquired them used last year, and they're definitely on to something. Read More

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What Is Your Defintion Of A Luxury Brand And Who Should Not Be Considered One?

Agent009 submitted on 3/14/2008 Official AutoSpies Timestamp: 2:43:50 PM

While defining what constitutes a "luxury car" is somewhat subjective, guidelines such as price, design, comfort, and prestige can be used to help define the term. Luxury cars also offer a higher degree of comfort than their mainstream counterparts as well as a highly sumptuous interior with a strong emphasis on design and beauty. Read More

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Mercedes' new FE models debut

rybo submitted on 2/21/2008 Official AutoSpies Timestamp: 10:18:49 PM

With greater public concern about how cars affect the environment, as well as rising fuel prices, many car manufacturers have released certain ‘lines’ of cars that cater to these concerns. Volkswagen’s Bluemotion range, Renault’s ‘eco²‘ line and Ford’s ECOnetic are all examples of this. Read More

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Launch of new 300 hp VW Passat coupe

r15mohd submitted on 1/24/2008 Official AutoSpies Timestamp: 11:52:59 AM

Wolfsburg/Detroit - Volkswagen launched the new four-door Passat CC at the Detroit Motor Show and announced a sales start in Europe in the second quarter of the year. Featuring a completely redesigned bodywork, the roof stretches in a flat radius from the windscreen to the rear with a panoramic glass roof offering an overhead view. Read More

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First good look at upcoming BMW Coupe and next 5-Series?

Agent001 submitted on 12/5/2007 Official AutoSpies Timestamp: 2:32:47 PM

BMW is starting its first tests of the upcoming all new BMW 5 Series in public in the roads of Munich. The photos, taken this afternoon, are showing a first prototype. Read More

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Photo Leak: Kia Borrego shows up before Detriot Show

omarrana submitted on 11/28/2007 Official AutoSpies Timestamp: 10:36:57 AM

Pictures of the upcoming Kia Borrego have been leaked on the internet. The new 7-passenger Kia SUV is set for debut at the Detroit Auto Show in January, but you can have your first close-up look today. Read More

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The Land Rover LR3 that drives itself

Agent001 submitted on 10/18/2007 Official AutoSpies Timestamp: 1:19:07 AM

The Land Rover LR3 is decked out with $400,000 worth of gizmos and gadgets. Fifteen radars, 13 remote sensing lasers -- called lidars -- and six cameras feed a computer that will ultimately drive the car. Read More

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GM developing 8-speed gearbox

rybo submitted on 10/17/2007 Official AutoSpies Timestamp: 10:10:32 AM

Earlier this month information from leaked UAW documents revealed the Corvette may get a new dual-clutch transmission and now reports are claiming GM is also working on new seven and eight-speed gearboxes. The key now for GM is determining whether the improvements in fuel economy and performance would justify the cost of engineering them into a vehicle. Read More

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Who owns the ULTIMATE bragging rights in the hottest car segment on earth?

Agent001 submitted on 10/6/2007 Official AutoSpies Timestamp: 1:48:59 PM

Now that we've seen all the players, the Audi RS4, BMW M3 sedan, Lexus IS-F and the Mercedes C63, who do you think is the champion in this segment and if it was your money, who would you throwdown on? Is there one runaway winner or is this a photo finish between all the competitors? Please make your choices but make sure you give a legitimate reason(s), why they deserve the crown. Also, list all the choices in order of your preference and why you chose that specific order. Read More

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Is there hidden meaning in this Lexus IS-F licence plate?

Agent001 submitted on 10/5/2007 Official AutoSpies Timestamp: 4:38:02 PM

Here's a treat for all you conspiracy theorists. In the words of Rod Serling from the Twilight Zone. Read More

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Toyota Banks On Lexus F Series To Polish Brand

Agent009 submitted on 10/4/2007 Official AutoSpies Timestamp: 3:02:09 PM

Toyota Motor Corp unveiled the production model of its Lexus IS F sports car on Thursday as it aims to close the gap with global luxury car heavyweights Mercedes-Benz. The IS F is the first in a new series of muscle cars planned under the Lexus line christened "F", created to broaden the brand. Read More

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2008 Ford Fusion gets mean with Sport Appearance Package

omarrana submitted on 10/4/2007 Official AutoSpies Timestamp: 1:34:16 PM

Ford today announced that for 2008, the Ford Fusion will get a Sport Appearance Package option that gives it a more aggressive look inside out. The Sport Appearance package will be available for the SE and SEL models. Read More

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After years of speculation, official Lexus IS-F performance numbers now public

Agent001 submitted on 10/4/2007 Official AutoSpies Timestamp: 2:43:09 AM

Based on the IS series, the IS F boasts a completely new engine and transmission, an exclusive suspension and specially selected aluminum wheels and tires. The vehicle was tested extensively on race circuits in Japan and overseas, including Fuji Speedway, in order to demonstrate its full potential. Read More

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BMW 745d vs Mercedes S420 CDI vs Lexus LS600h

cawimmer430 submitted on 10/3/2007 Official AutoSpies Timestamp: 5:10:44 AM

1st Place: Mercedes S420 CDI (522/650) The benchmark in this class. High quality comfort and easy to use controls. Read More

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