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Is Lincoln copying Lexus?

johnsmitny submitted on 3/24/2008 Official AutoSpies Timestamp: 8:02:59 PM

The new Lincoln MKS has the slingshot design that the Lexus GS heavily uses and also throughout the Lexus line-up. Is this a sign that Lincoln is trying to copy Lexus? And if you've seen the new Lincoln MKZ commercial with the ramp and silver ball bearings, you'll know that it is quite reminiscent of the Lexus IS AWD silver ball bearing ad. Read More

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Crossover vs Minivan vs SUV, guess which was the best choice?

johnsmitny submitted on 3/10/2008 Official AutoSpies Timestamp: 2:22:08 AM

Which would you choose as the BEST car for everyday, typical families? A crossover, a minivan, or a SUV? Edmunds brought a GMC Acadia crossover, a Toyota Sequoia full-size SUV and the Honda Odyssey minivan into a comparison test. And guess which was the winner? In third place, the Sequoia has the complete package for the off-roading enthusiast with a whopping tow rating and all-wheel-drive capability. Read More

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Meet the RX Torrent All-in-One!

johnsmitny submitted on 4/22/2007 Official AutoSpies Timestamp: 1:23:31 PM

Chinese Automaker Huanghai Auto has borrowed the design from the Lexus RX and the Pontiac Torrent and created a one-piece disaster. . Read More

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Audi A6 to get rear entertainment system

johnsmitny submitted on 4/19/2007 Official AutoSpies Timestamp: 11:32:48 PM

Audi will be unveiling an innovative entertainment system for rear-seat passengers in the A6L at the Shanghai Auto Show (20 – 27 April 2007). Two 10. Read More

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New Spy Shots of the Accord Coupe

johnsmitny submitted on 4/18/2007 Official AutoSpies Timestamp: 12:11:49 AM

New spy shots of the Honda Accord Coupe have been captured by Brenda Priddy's spy photography crew. The Accord Coupe was caught undergoing testing. Read More

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BMW's Regenerative Braking System Coming to 3-Series

johnsmitny submitted on 4/17/2007 Official AutoSpies Timestamp: 11:50:21 PM

BMW, already stating that they aren't interested in making gas/electric hybrid vehicles, will implement BMW's regenerative braking system on their best-selling 3-Series in October. While the standard hybrid recaptures energy normally wasted in braking with the electric motor, BMW's system uses the energy to help power the alternator in energy production. Read More

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The Dodge Challenger is Coming Soon!

johnsmitny submitted on 4/15/2007 Official AutoSpies Timestamp: 12:48:35 AM

Check out these spy shots of the Challenger. It is looking AWESOME. Read More

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Kia Magentis Gets a Facelift for 2008

johnsmitny submitted on 4/15/2007 Official AutoSpies Timestamp: 12:24:43 AM

Known as the Kia Optima, or Kia Magentis in the U. S. Read More

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Shanghai Motor Show Preview: Buick Riviera Concept

johnsmitny submitted on 4/14/2007 Official AutoSpies Timestamp: 3:51:15 PM

The Riviera features a traditional coupe profile with a short front and rear overhangs and a tall nose that will certainly meet the current safety standards in pedestrian safety. The concept will also feature gullwing doors, which allows you to enter the interior's 2 by 2 layout. Read More

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Kicherer K35 CS Revealed

johnsmitny submitted on 4/13/2007 Official AutoSpies Timestamp: 4:16:40 PM

C Super Class While Mercedes is celebrating the launch of the new C-Class, in its slipstream, Benz customizer Kircherer is already pulling a comprehensive supplementary program for the new top seller out of the magician's hat - exquisite, as usual. Those who, right from the start, wish for more performance than the standard can offer may now directly choose the magically reinforced C 350. Read More

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GM Wants You!... if you're a car engineer

johnsmitny submitted on 4/12/2007 Official AutoSpies Timestamp: 6:48:12 PM

General Motors Corp. today announced plans to host an Engineering and Technology Career Fair in metro Detroit on May 5, seeking candidates for up to 400 highly specialized engineering and technical positions within the areas of powertrain engineering, product development, fuel cell, OnStar and information technology. Read More

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Fuel-efficient maniac hacks the Prius to 100MPG

johnsmitny submitted on 4/12/2007 Official AutoSpies Timestamp: 6:43:08 PM

Toyota Motor Corp. says its Prius gasoline-electric hybrid car gets about 55 miles to the gallon, making it one of the most fuel-efficient cars on the road. Read More

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The World’s Most Beautiful Automobile Not Really That Beautiful?

johnsmitny submitted on 11/5/2006 Official AutoSpies Timestamp: 6:09:08 PM

A list of the World's Most Beautiful Automobiles for 2006 has been released. In the list includes the Mercedes-Benz CL, Bentley Continental GTC, Mini Cooper and, get this, a Volkswagen? The list does not include any Asian vehicles, and why is that? heres the list: City cars and compact cars Mini Cooper Mid-size hatchback cars Volvo C30 Mid-size sedans Volvo S80 Limousine Bentley Continental GTC Coupé Mercedes CL Coupé-cabriolet Volkswagen Eos Spider Alfa Romeo Spider Sportscars Ferrari 599 GTB Fiorano Station wagon Alfa Romeo 159 Sportwagon MPV Citroën C4 Picasso Crossover Audi Q7 Specials Studiotorino RK Coupé Concept Cars Renault Twingo Concept. Read More

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High-Res Images of Lincoln's 3 New Vehicles: MKZ, MKX, and Navigator

johnsmitny submitted on 11/5/2006 Official AutoSpies Timestamp: 4:05:47 PM

Here is the link to high-resolution images of the 3 new models being introduced by Lincoln of Ford. The MKZ sedan will replace the Zephyr to increase sales. Read More

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Opel Astra Sedan Goes Public in Instanbul

johnsmitny submitted on 11/5/2006 Official AutoSpies Timestamp: 2:06:39 PM

Istanbul. Opel is back into the compact sedan market. Read More

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