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Mercedes sets GLK output at 83,000 a year - more info

omarrana submitted on 2/27/2007 Official AutoSpies Timestamp: 1:04:27 PM

While Mercedes is still playing hide-and-seek with its new and upcoming compact SUV and still covering it up from spiers, the company has reportedly set output of the the upcoming GLK at 83,000 per year, reports Automotive News. Since the BMW X3 has already had a 4 year headstart in this class, Mercedes is wasting no time in making the GLK available to whoever wants to get their hands on it. Read More

[29] user comments | Category: New Cars

Audi US sales surprisingly weak in January - A3, A6, A8 in trouble

MercBasher submitted on 2/1/2007 Official AutoSpies Timestamp: 2:30:15 PM

Forget all you have read about an Audi resurgence in the US, in fact many Audi lines have sharply declining sales. These are the sales numbers Audi USA announced today. Read More

[28] user comments | Category: Spy Shots

US luxury market - a competitive frenzy?

MercBasher submitted on 12/9/2006 Official AutoSpies Timestamp: 5:06:20 PM

I'm in the market for a second vehicle, and was looking at the car ads in the Saturday newspapers in South Florida today. I ran a little analysis and was amazed by how low some of the lease deals are. Read More

[25] user comments | Category: Misc News

Video: How to Ruin a Maybach

CarPhotoSite submitted on 12/9/2006 Official AutoSpies Timestamp: 4:32:38 PM

So this is the most stupidest thing I’ve ever seen. Gigi Becali, owner of the Romanian Soccer club, tried to open the door on his Maybach 62 after it was stuck with a couple of handy-dandy crowbars. Read More

[19] user comments | Category: Videos

Are European Ford Vehicles Coming to the US?

CarPhotoSite submitted on 12/8/2006 Official AutoSpies Timestamp: 5:59:41 PM

We all know that European Ford models are considered much better and superior to the ones introduced in the North Americas, and consumers keep demanding that Ford introduce these models available for the US. Reports say that Ford will start to introduce the European models in the Americas as soon as starting next year. Read More

[9] user comments | Category: Spy News

Audi USA's bitter-sweet November

MercBasher submitted on 12/1/2006 Official AutoSpies Timestamp: 12:56:02 PM

Sharp declines in sales of the A3, A4 cabriolet, A6 and the TT were more than offset by increases in the A4 and the addition of Q7 volumes. The A4 and Q7 featured heavily subsidized lease programs in November which probably contributed to the success of these two vehicles. Read More

[48] user comments | Category: Misc News

The Ten Most Reliable Cars in Britain - With Some Suprises

Rupert submitted on 11/22/2006 Official AutoSpies Timestamp: 1:20:48 PM

If your car has ever broken down you will probably agree that it often happens at the most inappropriate moments. Like the impromptu timing of cold callers on Sunday mornings, fate typically engineers it that your car will expire when you’re on your way to work, on the wettest day of the year, or when you forget to renew your breakdown cover. Read More

[43] user comments | Category: Misc News

Lexus IS European Crash Test results - Highest score among its direct competitors

Goldsmith submitted on 11/21/2006 Official AutoSpies Timestamp: 9:15:25 PM

The Lexus IS has been awarded a 5-star safety rating for adult occupant protection and 33 points overall. The IS has scored particularly well on the side impact test, achieving full marks. Read More

[27] user comments | Category: Misc News

IIHS 2007 Top Safety Pick Awards

CarPhotoSite submitted on 11/21/2006 Official AutoSpies Timestamp: 6:08:51 PM

The Insurance Institute for Highway Safety has released the list of winners that has won the top safety pick awards for 2007. In total, there are 13 winners, which includes 4 cars, 7 SUV’s, and 2 minivans. Read More

[2] user comments | Category: Misc News

German awards: 25 auto experts prefer Lexus IS over BMW or Audi

MercBasher submitted on 11/10/2006 Official AutoSpies Timestamp: 11:08:44 AM

German publication "BILD AM SONNTAG" gets 25 auto experts from several countries to choose six vehicles for its "Golden Steering Wheel" prizes. This year is a shocker because no Audi vehicles and only Mini from BMW make the list. Read More

[36] user comments | Category: Report Cards

Prius Beats Corvette in Owner Satisfaction Poll

Agent009 submitted on 11/10/2006 Official AutoSpies Timestamp: 10:01:00 AM

How much do you like the car you drive? Would you buy the same car again? When the Consumer Reports National Research Center asked that question, for the third straight year, owners of the Toyota Prius were the most satisfied, with 92% saying they'd buy the fuel-efficient hybrid sedan again. "This is a case where hybrids really work," said Consumer Reports' Auto Test Center Senior Director David Champion. Read More

[11] user comments | Category: Misc News

Why Consumer Digest is irrelevant for AutoSpies readers

MercBasher submitted on 11/1/2006 Official AutoSpies Timestamp: 11:18:10 AM

Consumer Digest just released another of its annual lists of "best buys". Check out the luxury section - at Consumer Digest 'luxury" means the Buick Lucerne. Read More

[7] user comments | Category: Misc News