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Next-gen Mercedes SLK 63 AMG

jordan45 submitted on 7/1/2008 Official AutoSpies Timestamp: 11:52:16 PM

Mercedes' aging SLK roadster is due for a complete update in the next couple of years, and though it’s still early in the design process, this rendering gives some insight into the direction Mercedes may be headed with the third generation of the popular roadster. The current Mercedes-Benz SLK has been on the global market essentially unchanged since 2004, though it recently underwent a mid-cycle facelift to keep it fresh until the arrival of the new model that’s expected to arrive early next decade. Read More

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First Audi A7 test mules spied

rybo submitted on 6/13/2008 Official AutoSpies Timestamp: 8:18:36 AM

Audi is determined to eclipse its main rivals in the luxury segment and will be releasing an onslaught of new models over the next seven years to nearly double its offerings to 40 models. We recently saw the introduction of the new Q5 SUV as well as confirmed plans for a new entry-level A1 minicar, and now we have spy shots of a vehicle that fits in at the other end of the spectrum. Read More

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Audi R8 race car debuts

rybo submitted on 5/18/2008 Official AutoSpies Timestamp: 12:11:03 AM

As this year’s Nurburgring 24 hour endurance challenge approaches several more carmakers have announced plans to enter the comp. The latest is Audi, which plans to enter a race-prepped version of its R8 super-sports car in the grueling event. Read More

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US Mazda6 gets bigger body and more powerful engines

rybo submitted on 4/25/2008 Official AutoSpies Timestamp: 7:59:43 AM

Mazda is planning an August launch for its all-new Mazda6 midsize sedan in North America, almost a year after the car was first displayed at the 2007 Frankfurt Motor Show. Part of the reason for the delay is because the new car has been specifically designed for North America and includes a larger body and more powerful engines than the global version. Read More

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Audi launches 7-speed dsg

rybo submitted on 3/19/2008 Official AutoSpies Timestamp: 8:28:32 AM

Audi has finally announced the launch of its version of VW Group’s new seven-speed dual clutch transmission, which will be used to replace the current six-speed units over the next 12 months. The new gearbox, dubbed S-tronic in Audi-speak, is designed to work with longitudinally installed engines and quattro all-wheel drive, plus it can handle torque figures of up to 550Nm and engine speeds of 9,000rpm. Read More

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Corvette Z03 Concept in production

rybo submitted on 2/19/2008 Official AutoSpies Timestamp: 8:50:18 PM

Ugur Sahin, the Dutch-based designer of the previous Ferrari Dino study, has plans to put one of his latest creations, the stunning Z03 Corvette concept into production. The car looks similar to the Dino concept, as well as the Ferrari 599-based Vandenbrink GTO but is designed around a much cheaper donor car to make it more accessible. Read More

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Overweight less likely to use a seatbelt

rybo submitted on 2/11/2008 Official AutoSpies Timestamp: 12:02:36 AM

Last month a study found that on average seat widths and the thickness of their padding in cars hadn’t changed much over the past ten years despite increases in the size of the average driver’s waistline over the same period. This is also the case with seatbelts. Read More

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2009 Acura TSX (Accord Euro) spotted

rybo submitted on 2/5/2008 Official AutoSpies Timestamp: 12:27:31 AM

Last month Honda released official teaser images for its next-generation Accord Euro, and now we have images of an actual sedan prototype undergoing testing in California. In the U. Read More

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More details on Toyota's Celica replacement

rybo submitted on 2/3/2008 Official AutoSpies Timestamp: 8:47:22 PM

Back in November Toyota’s German Chief Markus Schrick confirmed Toyota was working on several new sports cars including a replacement for the Celica and now Japanese magazines are claiming the new model will arrive as early as next year. The new car is said to be the joint-effort of a collaboration between Toyota and Subaru and it will reportedly be offered in two different variants, a cheaper GT model and a high-performance AWD GT-Four. Read More

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BMW minicar is a go!

rybo submitted on 2/3/2008 Official AutoSpies Timestamp: 8:23:26 PM

We’ve previously reported about BMW considering a new low-emissions minicar to help reduce its fleet average emissions levels and now new reports have emerged claiming there could be an all-new brand launched with several different models in the pipeline. Part of the reason for BMW considering such a model is the mounting environmental awareness spreading across Europe. Read More

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Mercedes-Benz SL63 first details

rybo submitted on 1/31/2008 Official AutoSpies Timestamp: 10:40:37 PM

Earlier today we posted information about the European launch of Mercedes’ facelifted SL convertible and now we have all the details for the U. S. Read More

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Gemballa Avalanche GTR 800 EVO-R

carlover99 submitted on 1/24/2008 Official AutoSpies Timestamp: 12:25:53 PM

Gemballa, the German tuner revealed again another masterpiece: the Avalanche GTR 800 EVO-R. The new conversion based on the Porsche 911 Turbo include AVALANCHE-Chassis, Front Bonnet GT EVO, Front Skirt AVALANCHE, Headlights GT, Front Spoiler Lip GT2 EVO Carbon, Rear Skirt GTR EVO and the Rear Spoiler GTR EVO-R Carbon. Read More

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New Audi A6, BMW 5-series rival from Borgward

rybo submitted on 1/18/2008 Official AutoSpies Timestamp: 10:23:27 AM

German car manufacturer Borgward, which went bankrupt back in 1961, is set to make a revival according to latest reports from Dutch media. Leading the company’s return is Christian Borgward, the grandson of Carl Borgward who was the original founder. Read More

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Nissan thinks it can stop dealer markups on the GT-R. Will it succeed?

rybo submitted on 12/20/2007 Official AutoSpies Timestamp: 8:41:25 AM

Nissan has taken steps to prevent massive dealer markups on the upcoming GT-R. The company recently announced the Manufacturer’s Suggested Retail Price (MSRP) of $69,850 before pre-orders have even begun in attempts to make sure that high dealer markups are kept to a minimum. Read More

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Pirelli launches WORST calendar in history?

Agent001 submitted on 12/14/2007 Official AutoSpies Timestamp: 6:22:56 PM

Man, in this politically correct world everything fun seems to be going down the toilet but even in the worst of times, the annual Pirelli calender could bring a smile to every REAL man's face. Until 2008. Read More

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