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Report: Lexus will likely become a hybrid-only brand

Star submitted on 10/9/2008 Official AutoSpies Timestamp: 1:31:11 PM

Already known as the luxury segment’s “greenest” brand, Lexus is reportedly looking to build upon this reputation by moving to a completely hybrid lineup in the medium to long term. The statements were made by Toyota managing officer Toshio Furutani to Japan’s Nikkei business daily and indicate the company will fast-track development of future hybrid models. Read More

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Florida man cancels Nissan GT-R order due to 'black box'

Star submitted on 9/24/2008 Official AutoSpies Timestamp: 9:00:35 PM

A Florida man named Scott Weires has canceled the order for his long-awaited Nissan GT-R. Why? It's not that he was disappointed in the car's performance credentials, far from it. Read More

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2008 New York Auto Show: Scion Hako Coupe Concept

carlover99 submitted on 3/19/2008 Official AutoSpies Timestamp: 11:19:10 PM

Scion’s Hako Coupe was developed by Tokyo Design Division, which studied global, youth-inspired trends. Japanese and American youth cultures often influence each other and are interpreted with a unique twist. Read More

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2008 Buick Invicta Teaser Released

turbox submitted on 3/18/2008 Official AutoSpies Timestamp: 1:44:04 PM

Buick took another step to bolster its global design presence with a sneak peek at a luxurious show car it plans to reveal in China at the Beijing Motor Show on April 19. Named Invicta, Buick’s show car reflects the way General Motors utilizes design and engineering talent around the world to execute a premium vehicle with international appeal. Read More

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Kia moving forward with a pickup truck for the U.S.

omarrana submitted on 3/17/2008 Official AutoSpies Timestamp: 3:28:38 PM

Planning a pickup truck has been on Kia’s drawing board since the 2006, when it showed its Mojave Concept at the 2006 Chicago Auto Show. It now appears Kia is close to making the final decision on a pickup truck for sale in the U. Read More

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First official images with the 2008 Ford Kuga revealed

baharnu submitted on 9/4/2007 Official AutoSpies Timestamp: 4:19:10 PM

Ford of Europe’s model range will have an all-new addition early in 2008 – The Ford Kuga. A preview model of the production vehicle will be presented to the press and public at the 2007 IAA Frankfurt Motor Show, which opens on September 13. Read More

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Toyota Still Not Sold On Plug In Hybrids For The US Market

Agent009 submitted on 8/27/2007 Official AutoSpies Timestamp: 2:44:18 PM

Toyota Motor Corp, maker of the world's best-selling gasoline-electric car, says extensive US consumer tests are needed before it offers hybrids that can be recharged at household outlets for limited all-electric driving. ``There is a consumer market at some price-point for plug- ins,'' Bill Reinert, national manager for advanced vehicle technology at Toyota's U. Read More

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Did Toyota Stretch the Truth in the New Tundra Ads?

Agent009 submitted on 3/21/2007 Official AutoSpies Timestamp: 10:13:03 AM

We came across this email to GM sales staff pointing out a few stretched truths in the latest Tundra ads. Thought you might want to know this. Read More

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SPYSHOT: Is this the new Lexus LX570?

Agent001 submitted on 3/19/2007 Official AutoSpies Timestamp: 2:22:17 AM

We first showed this in September of 2006. . Read More

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Early Look: Scion xB and xD

omarrana submitted on 2/7/2007 Official AutoSpies Timestamp: 11:14:58 AM

Images and information of the Scion xB and xD were leaked online late last night, ahead of the official launch at the Chicago Auto Show. The Scion xB has a 2. Read More

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Most Reliable Luxury Cars 2007

Agent009 submitted on 2/7/2007 Official AutoSpies Timestamp: 9:19:15 AM

Over the years, we have heard a lot of gripes about unreliable luxury cars. Lamborghini’s LM002 “had the durability of a potato chip,” one car-industry analyst remarked. Read More

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Toyota RLV Concept Takes a Page From the Flintstones?

Agent009 submitted on 12/1/2006 Official AutoSpies Timestamp: 11:54:11 AM

As population in Los Angeles increases and more vehicles appear on the road, traffic conditions in the LA area continues to worsen. This traffic problem is the main focus and reasoning behind Toyota’s RLV (Renewable Lifestyle Vehicle) concept for 2015. Read More

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SPY PHOTO: Is this the next Toyota Land Cruiser/Lexus LX?

Agent001 submitted on 6/28/2006 Official AutoSpies Timestamp: 1:31:50 PM

A lot of people can't wait for the next Toyota Land Cruiser and Lexus LX. Is this the platform for both? . Read More

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Consumers don't seem bothered by a rash of recalls

Agent001 submitted on 6/19/2006 Official AutoSpies Timestamp: 6:53:53 PM

Here's a quiz: a carmaker last month recalled 1 million vehicles worldwide. In 2005 it recalled 2. Read More

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Businessweek picks the top ten wimpiest cars for 2006- Is your car on it?

Agent001 submitted on 6/19/2006 Official AutoSpies Timestamp: 6:09:42 PM

Here is the list from Businessweek:Buick TerrazaChevrolet MalibuChrysler Sebring (current model)Ford Ranger (U. S. Read More

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