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Nissan GT-R V-Spec to have close to 510kW (that's 693bhp!)

XeroK00L submitted on 4/15/2008 Official AutoSpies Timestamp: 2:51:28 PM

If the new Nissan GT-R’s 353kW isn’t enough for you, wait until the debut of the GT-R V-spec, which promises 510kW of power courtesy of an increase in boost for the twin-turbo V6 engine. Caught here at the Nurburgring test track in Germany, the GT-R V-spec has been set a target lap goal of under seven minutes and 25 seconds for the tricky, demanding circuit. Read More

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VIDEO: GT-R vs. Murcielago LP640 vs. Gallardo Superleggera vs. 911 Turbo vs. Exige S

XeroK00L submitted on 4/13/2008 Official AutoSpies Timestamp: 5:11:56 PM

The latest supercar battle from Best Motoring. Enjoy!. Read More

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March 2008 New Vehicle Incentives

XeroK00L submitted on 4/3/2008 Official AutoSpies Timestamp: 11:50:44 PM

SANTA MONICA, Calif. — The average automaker incentive was largely unchanged in March compared with February, but incentives generally are likely to rise for the next several months as automakers try to break the sales slump, Edmunds. 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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Jim Press clarifies statement on Japanese government's support in Toyota hybrid technologies

XeroK00L submitted on 4/3/2008 Official AutoSpies Timestamp: 1:37:52 PM

Did former Toyota executive James Press rat out his old company? Or was he just pointing out how smart the Japanese were to back gas-electric hybrid technology, which has been a boon to the company’s fortunes and image, especially in the U. S. Read More

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Official vehicle sales numbers in Japan, for people who like to track sales numbers

XeroK00L submitted on 3/31/2008 Official AutoSpies Timestamp: 4:12:46 PM

As a frequenter to AutoSpies, it's easy to get quickly tired of many members discrediting Lexus based on the myth that "Lexus does poorly in their homeland", "Japanese people are smarter than buying a premium Toyota", etc. , only because the actual sales numbers in Japan are not readily available to them. Read More

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California Lowers Auto Emissions Rule

XeroK00L submitted on 3/28/2008 Official AutoSpies Timestamp: 8:21:46 AM

Friday March 28, 7:11 am ET By Samantha Young, Associated Press Writer California Regulators Vote to Lower Target for Zero-Emission Vehicles SACRAMENTO, Calif. (AP) -- California regulators have drastically cut the number of zero-emission vehicles required to be sold in the state by the year 2014, a decision that frustrated environmentalists but came as a relief to auto manufacturers. Read More

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The Grand 28-Car City Fuel Efficiency Showdown from Autobild

XeroK00L submitted on 3/25/2008 Official AutoSpies Timestamp: 12:13:52 PM

The German Autobild magazine did a test last month on how much fuel cars spend in short 3km drive, typical of European cities. Here are the results: (in L/100km) 1. Read More

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Preliminary specifications of the Toyota 2.0L FR sports coupe, the Nissan 370Z and the Toyota 4500GTh

XeroK00L submitted on 3/21/2008 Official AutoSpies Timestamp: 5:31:18 PM

Thanks to DoctorNo @ vwvortex for the translations and the scans. Toyota FR >> Cooperating with Subaru >> Internally known as "UPS" >> Will use the EJ20 Boxer 4 as the engine >> They plan on having a normal-spec as well as high-output versions of the car >> High-output version will aim to get more then 100hp/liter; target of 220hp >> Toyota will design the rear-differential; the Subaru rear-diff won't have the capacity to handle the higher-output engine power due to it being designed primarily for 4WD applications >> Transmission will be a 6MT from Aisin Seiki (as found in the Mazda RX-8/MX-5) Nissan 370Z >> Internal code name C53D >> dramatically different front head lights (with use of LEDs) >> expect around 333ps >> will use the VQ37VHR >> designed to meet stricter emission standards >> Steering wheel will have the "Z" emblem on it >> expect official announcement around November 08 Toyota 4500GTh >>Toyota planning on putting into production the FT-HS concept >> 3. Read More

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Lexus hybrid woos Sainsbury's chief

XeroK00L submitted on 3/18/2008 Official AutoSpies Timestamp: 1:10:13 PM

When Sainsbury's chief executive Justin King recently waved goodbye to his Maserati Quattroporte, he did so in favour of a relatively anonymous-looking limousine whose main claim to fame is fuel efficiency. This time he spent ages comparing their environmental credentials before choosing a company car. Read More

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The Best And Worst Certified Used Cars

XeroK00L submitted on 3/13/2008 Official AutoSpies Timestamp: 2:30:12 PM

Think about a used car and you might think junky, dirty and old. But another market is catching the attention of savvy buyers who want updated rides without paying new-car prices. Read More

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An Indian Ferrari? Tata interested in buying Ferrari

XeroK00L submitted on 3/7/2008 Official AutoSpies Timestamp: 11:37:18 AM

It's becoming increasingly apparent that India's largest automaker Tata cannot be stopped. On the verge of finalizing a deal to acquire Jaguar and Land Rover from Ford, Tata is now rumored to be interested in buying a stake in one of the most beloved performance marques of all time: Ferrari. Read More

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Li-ion? Puhleeze. Toyota working on next-next-gen batteries

XeroK00L submitted on 3/6/2008 Official AutoSpies Timestamp: 8:35:43 PM

Much has been made of the fact that Toyota is seemingly behind General Motors and other manufacturers in the race to adopt lithium-ion batteries as the future battery of the hybrid and electric vehicle market. Lithium-ion batteries pack more energy into less space than nickel metal hydride batteries, which are the current industry standard in hybrids. Read More

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Geneva 2008: No diesel hybrids for Toyota says Watanabe

XeroK00L submitted on 3/6/2008 Official AutoSpies Timestamp: 1:59:28 PM

The Geneva Motor Show this week was riddled with diesel hybrid concepts from several manufacturers including Mercedes-Benz, BMW and Volkswagen. All of those systems seem destined for production in the next couple of years, particularly the VW Golf TDI hybrid. Read More

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February Incentives: Up Near Pre-Value Pricing Levels, Edmunds.com Reports

XeroK00L submitted on 3/4/2008 Official AutoSpies Timestamp: 1:27:28 PM

March 02, 2008 SANTA MONICA, Calif. — Manufacturer incentives in the U. Read More

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