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First Drive: BMW X1

Agent001 submitted on 9/26/2009 Official Bell & Ross Timestamp: 1:52:00 PM

Having, just prior to this drive of the 2011 BMW X1, spent so much time in the very challenging (on so many levels) BMW 5 Series GT, we're grateful to have been brought back to our preferred BMW comfort zone with another example of the Ultimate Drivi...

25 user comments | Category: Reviews

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FRANKFURT MOTOR SHOW: Audi Poised To Bring A1 Stateside

Agent009 submitted on 9/15/2009 Official Bell & Ross Timestamp: 2:48:40 PM

Volkswagen AG’s Audi unit may sell the next version of its new A1 compact car in the U.S. to challenge Bayerische Motoren Werke AG’s Mini, Handelsblatt reported today, citing Peter Schwarzenbauer, the head of sales.The move, followi...

10 user comments | Category: Spy News

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Your Good Friend Tells You He's Going To Buy An Audi A4-How Would You Talk Them Out Of It?

Agent001 submitted on 9/5/2009 Official Bell & Ross Timestamp: 11:26:55 PM

Yesterday, it was the Infiniti G37.Today we focus on the Audi A4.By the way, the Spies are hoping you are all enjoying the holiday weekend and send our best wishes.Now back to bidness...We've all been in this situation before.You're at the local wate...

64 user comments | Category: Spy News

37 Votes

MEC Design Unveils 2FACE Bodykit For The Mercedes-Benz CL-Class

ashleyrude submitted on 8/7/2009 Official Bell & Ross Timestamp: 11:47:51 AM

In Mercedes tuning news, MEC Design has just unveiled a new bodykit for the W216 Mercedes-Benz CL-Class. Entitled the 2FACE Bodykit, the CL styling package features a new front apron with driving and fog lights, side skirts with or without LED lighti...

7 user comments | Category: Misc News

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BMW Group Posts Q2 Profit Despite 76% Decline - Remains Negative for the Year

GermanNut submitted on 8/4/2009 Official Bell & Ross Timestamp: 12:45:59 PM

MUNICH, GERMANY – August 4, 2009: The BMW Group recorded positive earnings in the second quarter 2009 despite the weak state of the global economy. “Our foresighted financial and cost management strategies are paying off“, stated the Chairman of the ...

10 user comments | Category: Spy Shots

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Upcoming Bmw M5 will carry more than 600 hp and possibly F1-inspired KERS system

tryme submitted on 6/27/2009 Official Bell & Ross Timestamp: 6:45:53 PM

The Bmw M5 is an incredible vehicle that is equipped with a 5.0L V10 that is capable of 507bhp, but still, it will receive more upgrades when it come out as a new-generation model. There are talks that the Bmw M5 will be coming with a new twin-turboc...

55 user comments | Category: New Cars

35 Votes

Peugeot takes a memorable one-two victory at Le Mans

tryme submitted on 6/14/2009 Official Bell & Ross Timestamp: 6:38:19 PM

Honestly, we were expecting another victory from the Audi team with their new R15 TDI prototypes but it appears that Peugeot finally found the winning formula with their 908s and obtained a memorable one-two victory at this year’s 24 Hours of Le Mans...

25 user comments | Category: Misc News

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So What IS The Best Looking Car In The World?

Agent001 submitted on 5/17/2009 Official Bell & Ross Timestamp: 12:21:04 AM

Since we've all been jawing about that crazy article from Auto Bild claiming their readers have voted the 2010 Mercedes Benz E-Class as the best looking car in the world, I thought the real connoisseur's of the world's best autos (AutoSpies.com reade...

83 user comments | Category: Report Cards

54 Votes

The Spies Want To Know - Which Car Brand or Model Do YOU Think Has Hurt Its Maker Most in Image and Credibiltiy?

Agent00J submitted on 4/18/2009 Official Bell & Ross Timestamp: 9:34:01 AM

I was watching a show on the BBC the other evening when a commercial for another show came on that featured an Audi from the mid-80's. That image for whatever reason reminded me of the Audi 5000s and the whole controversy surrounding the numero...

65 user comments | Category: Misc News

43 Votes

Rumor: Mercedes-Benz E63 AMG Coupe not coming

tryme submitted on 4/11/2009 Official Bell & Ross Timestamp: 12:38:39 PM

It is true! The German manufacturer will not produce the vehicle we all waited: Mercedes-Benz E63 AMG Coupe. Why? Well, according to an insider, Mercedes-Benz decided that the vehicle will not come because it is very hard to position and price the ca...

24 user comments | Category: Misc News

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Because Twin Turbos Aren't Simply Enough? BMW X5 May Use Tri-Turbo Diesel Engine

BMWBlog submitted on 4/10/2009 Official Bell & Ross Timestamp: 3:05:05 AM

It has not been confirmed with multiple sources, but the rumor mill has it that BMW is developing a tri-turbo diesel engine based on the six-cylinder turbo existing in the BMW line-up. The tri-turbo engine will output 354 horsepower and it will be in...

50 user comments | Category: Spy News

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WSJ: German Luxury Car Manufacturers Post Smaller Declines

GermanNut submitted on 4/7/2009 Official Bell & Ross Timestamp: 12:28:40 PM

Although the financial crisis has reaked havoc on the German luxury car manufacturers over the last 6 months, conditions appear to be improving somewhat for BMW, Mercedes-Benz, and Audi. For the month of March, BMW Group's core BMW brand sold 104...

14 user comments | Category: Spy Shots

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Audi 225 Front Roadster at the Techno Classica

007vehispy1 submitted on 3/28/2009 Official Bell & Ross Timestamp: 6:40:54 PM

INGOLSTADT, Germany, Mar 25, 2009 - Audi is taking an outstanding display of its cars to the world’s largest classic car show, the Techno Classica, which is held in the German city of Essen. To commemorate the centenary of the brand, Audi Tradition w...

7 user comments | Category: Misc News

6 Votes

BMW Follows Other Major Automakers Into The Abyss, Profits Fall 90% in 2008

Agent009 submitted on 3/12/2009 Official Bell & Ross Timestamp: 11:00:59 AM

German carmaker BMW AG said Thursday its net profit fell 90 percent in 2008 as the global economic crisis cut into demand for its sports and luxury cars. In an unexpected preliminary earnings release, the Munich-based company said its net profit for ...

72 user comments | Category: Misc News

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Talk of a Toyota Bailout is Ridiculous and Absurd

tundrahq submitted on 3/4/2009 Official Bell & Ross Timestamp: 12:15:10 PM

Toyota haters are rallying at news reports that claim that Toyota is "looking for a bailout," but these stories are, at best, misleading. At worst, they're complete and total lies.Toyota is in an excellent financial position - especially wh...

45 user comments | Category: Misc News

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