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Recall Wednesday: Toyota recalling 539,500 vehicles

drew630 submitted on 4/9/2008 Official Bell & Ross 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. Toyota said Wednesday it had received reports of...

37 user comments | Category: Misc News

27 Votes

Consumer Reports: Best & Worst Used Cars

XeroK00L submitted on 4/3/2008 Official Bell & Ross 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. Data ...

79 user comments | Category: Spy News

46 Votes

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

Agent009 submitted on 3/14/2008 Official Bell & Ross 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 coun...

198 user comments | Category: Misc News

81 Votes

Mercedes' new FE models debut

rybo submitted on 2/21/2008 Official Bell & Ross 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...

16 user comments | Category: Misc News

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Launch of new 300 hp VW Passat coupe

r15mohd submitted on 1/24/2008 Official Bell & Ross 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 radi...

31 user comments | Category: Misc News

30 Votes

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

Agent001 submitted on 12/5/2007 Official Bell & Ross 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. About 35 years ago BMW started the first 5-series model range and in spring 20...

48 user comments | Category: Spy Shots

43 Votes

Photo Leak: Kia Borrego shows up before Detriot Show

omarrana submitted on 11/28/2007 Official Bell & Ross 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. The 7-seater Kia Borrego will be made in Kore...

10 user comments | Category: New Cars

11 Votes

The Land Rover LR3 that drives itself

Agent001 submitted on 10/18/2007 Official Bell & Ross 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. ...

7 user comments | Category: Videos

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GM developing 8-speed gearbox

rybo submitted on 10/17/2007 Official Bell & Ross 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 th...

13 user comments | Category: Spy News

11 Votes

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

Agent001 submitted on 10/6/2007 Official Bell & Ross 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 phot...

170 user comments | Category: Report Cards

76 Votes

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

Agent001 submitted on 10/5/2007 Official Bell & Ross Timestamp: 4:38:02 PM

Here's a treat for all you conspiracy theorists. In the words of Rod Serling from the Twilight Zone... Submitted for your approval: One of our observant readers commented in one of our blogs, that there could be hidden meaning in the licens...

33 user comments | Category: Spy News

25 Votes

Toyota Banks On Lexus F Series To Polish Brand

Agent009 submitted on 10/4/2007 Official Bell & Ross 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 l...

63 user comments | Category: New Cars

33 Votes

2008 Ford Fusion gets mean with Sport Appearance Package

omarrana submitted on 10/4/2007 Official Bell & Ross 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. Exterior enhancements include...

12 user comments | Category: New Cars

11 Votes

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

Agent001 submitted on 10/4/2007 Official Bell & Ross 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 Spe...

317 user comments | Category: Spy News

85 Votes

BMW 745d vs Mercedes S420 CDI vs Lexus LS600h

cawimmer430 submitted on 10/3/2007 Official Bell & Ross 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. Strong and fuel efficient. The perfect car for long distance traveling and business trips. 2nd Place: BMW 745d (503/650) The BMW i...

127 user comments | Category: Reviews

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