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UPshift

Long a student of design, I write a weekly newspaper car column. I like Japanese and German cars.

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Does Anyone Know What Car This Is?

Agent009 submitted on 6/1/2007 Official Bell & Ross Timestamp: 5:03:08 PM

One of our readers, Fred passed on this shot and wanted to know what type of car it is undercover. Since we never have seen it we are passing it on to our spies at large to assist in the identification. Does anyone know what this is? ...

59 user comments | Category: Spy Shots

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New Spy Shots of 2008 Accord EX Sedan

Agent009 submitted on 5/18/2007 Official Bell & Ross Timestamp: 2:33:40 PM

Testing of the 2008 Accord is clearly in full effect nowadays. Chris Doane snagged these pics of what appears to be an EX (4-cylinder) version of the 2008 Accord sedan. Check out the shameless emulation of BMW's handsome 5-series wheels on this one! ...

29 user comments | Category: New Cars

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Jeep Patriot: first sewing-machine-powered off-road vehicle

davert submitted on 5/17/2007 Official Bell & Ross Timestamp: 8:20:34 AM

The Patriot is a real off-roader, though, with some claiming it's as good as the popular Jeep Cherokee, thanks to electronic wizardry, new four wheel drive systems, and attention to clearance. The Patriot is styled like the Cherokee, and is almost ex...

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DETROIT AUTO SHOW: Pontiac announces GXP versions of the G6 and Torrent SUV

Agent009 submitted on 1/7/2007 Official Bell & Ross Timestamp: 10:20:47 AM

Pontiac will be launching two new performance versions of its G6 sedan and Torrent SUV. Now in GXP guise, the G6 GXP will come in both sedan and coupe versions and will be powered by a new 3.6L V6 engine developing 252hp. The Torrent GXP will run an ...

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DETROIT AUTO SHOW: Nissan Shows Off Bevel Concept’s Asymmetrical Facets

Agent009 submitted on 1/7/2007 Official Bell & Ross Timestamp: 9:01:20 AM

To be honest, we’re not altogether sure what to make of Nissan’s Bevel Concept. Its asymmetrical construction is certainly interesting, and this van crossover thing looks to have a lot of flexibility for active-lifestyle types. Interestingly, the...

4 user comments | Category: Misc News

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DETROIT AUTO SHOW- GM set to roll Camaro Convertible- Does anyone care?

Agent001 submitted on 1/6/2007 Official Bell & Ross Timestamp: 12:32:31 AM

001 just landed in Detroit, a day earlier than usual, in order to give you the best pre-show coverage of the initial Detroit auto show buzz. In typical fashion, the local newspapers are just as oblivious as the Big Three about what is hot and wha...

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Zolfe Orange to Launch Next Week in the UK

Carboy submitted on 1/5/2007 Official Bell & Ross Timestamp: 4:35:50 PM

Take one part Honda S2000, one part classic Opel GT, one part Suzuki Hayabusa and one part orange juice and what do you get? A track-day cocktail we'd consider imbibing fairly often. The folks from Zolfe say their little Orange GT car will launch nex...

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SPY PHOTOS: Mazda2 Sedan and Wagon

Carboy submitted on 1/5/2007 Official Bell & Ross Timestamp: 4:29:11 PM

The little compact five door five seater Mazda2 came on the market in 2002 as a replacement for the Demio. It is based on the Ford Fiesta which received a facelift in 2005. Engines are mounted transversely and the car is front driven. Now the Jap...

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tC Release Series 3.0 on Display at NAIAS

CarNewsSite submitted on 1/5/2007 Official Bell & Ross Timestamp: 3:44:15 PM

Scion announced today that it will show the tC Release Series 3.0 at the NAIAS and will hit dealer showrooms beginning in middle of February. The tC RS 3.0 will come in a frosty Blizzard Pearl white and have aerodynamic ground effects kits. The exter...

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A Bad Sign for the Future of Hyundai

Agent009 submitted on 1/5/2007 Official Bell & Ross Timestamp: 12:47:59 PM

Hyundai Motor’s union members wrought havoc at a company ceremony on Jan. 3. The company president received a facial wound after unionized workers pushed him, while other members sprayed fire extinguishers, covering the hall with a misty cloud. The s...

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The hottest hot hatch ever?

MDalle submitted on 1/5/2007 Official Bell & Ross Timestamp: 10:21:12 AM

Jeremy Clarkson reviews the insane midengined Renault Clio V6....

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Chrysler And Chery Sign Partnership

Agent009 submitted on 12/29/2006 Official Bell & Ross Timestamp: 3:14:21 PM

As we reported on in September, Chrysler has found a partner for its small-car initiative. DCX and Chinese manufacturer Chery have signed a partnership to build a small car in China; the deal will become official pending DCX board and Chinese governm...

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Chevy’s mid-size Malibu revealed

kasar submitted on 12/28/2006 Official Bell & Ross Timestamp: 9:33:29 PM

After a couple of teasers and even a premature leak, this is the first look at Chevrolet’s all-important Malibu midsize sedan before its unveiling at the Detroit Auto Show. The new Malibu will go head to head with best-selling rivals such as the Toyo...

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Chinese government puts brakes on automakers

Agent009 submitted on 12/27/2006 Official Bell & Ross Timestamp: 12:15:20 PM

Not so long ago, the Chinese government was encouraging automotive manufacturers as a way to stimulate the country's economy. Now, however, the National Development and Reform Commission has hit the brakes with new rules dictating how China's burgeon...

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Leaked: New Honda Crossroad

CarNewsSite submitted on 12/26/2006 Official Bell & Ross Timestamp: 2:06:25 PM

Many images of vehicles that haven’t been introduced yet have been leaked over the web, which is not common after these past few days of leaky pipes, including the Jaguar C-XF concept and the Lincoln MKR concept dispute. Well, now, CarNewsSite brings...

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