2012 Cadillac Ciel Concept 3.6 L DOHC V6 Twin Turbochargers CVVT Direct Injection Engine 425 hp 583 Nm Paired with Hybrid System

Cadillac Ciel Concept Celebrates the Journey 2011-08-18 PEBBLE BEACH, Calif. – Cadillac today unveiled the Ciel concept, an elegant, open-air grand-touring car inspired by the natural beauty of the California coast. The Ciel – pronounced “C-L,” the French translation for sky – is a four-seat convertible that opens a new chapter in Cadillac’s design and product ascent, pushing the brand’s Art & Science philosophy into a new stratum. Ciel is a new expression of Cadillac’s historical grandeur,...

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[w/video] 2012 Bentley Continental GTC

Few experiences equal the feeling of driving a new 2012 Bentley Continental GTC down a crowded Los Angeles highway – especially when the droptop is prismatic magenta with highly polished 21-inch wheels. Some stare. Others glare. But most simply sneer. The response should be expected. After all, a vehicle of this caliber is designed to broadcast to others that you have succeeded. Unfortunately, this specific boisterously purple quarter-million dollar convertible with flashy wheels takes things...

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2012 Volkswagen Jetta Sportwagon Fuel-sipping TDI Clean Diesel Gets an Impressive 42 mpg Highway & Up to 609 Miles on 1 Tank

2012 VOLKSWAGEN JETTA SPORTWAGEN: SPORT MEETS UTILITY Being sensible and practical has never been so much fun Offers ‘Vroom to spare’ with 66.9 cubic feet of versatile load-carrying space Fuel-sipping TDI® Clean Diesel gets an impressive 42 mpg highway and up to 609 miles on one tank 2.0-liter TDI® or 2.5-liter in-line five-cylinder gas engines Earned coveted Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS) Top Safety Pick for 2011 Bold ‘Tuner’ look with available Ground Effects body styling and radical...

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Are you the 2013 Hyundai Santa Fe?

It won't be long before we see the official reveal of the 2013 Hyundai Santa Fe, but predictably, the Internet won't be kept waiting. Consider us unsurprised that a set of grainy photos showing what is claimed to be a badgeless redesigned Santa Fe crossover has appeared ahead of schedule. That said, we're thinking the chrome-heavy maw depicted in these shots suggests that this is probably an overseas version (ix45) – not exactly what we'll see in the States. At least, that's what we're hoping,...

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2012 Audi A3 Available with 2.0 TFSI 147 kW (200 hp) Most Powerful Gasoline Engine 6 Speed Manual Transmission

Audi Model Range IAA Frankfurt 2011: The Audi A3 and Audi A3 Sportback The Audi A3 and A3 Sportback are the sporty models in their segment. The upscale equipment and trim underscores their elegant style. Audi optionally equips its two premium compact models with highly developed technologies such as the S tronic dual-clutch transmission, the Audi magnetic ride suspension system and quattro permanent all-wheel drive. All of the engines combine powerful and sporty performance with low fuel consumption....

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Updated BMW X6 M previewed in videos

BMW has released two promo videos of its revised-for-2013 X6 M. From the looks of things, Team Bavaria has opted for a very subtle facelift that includes new headlights and a lightly tweaked grille. Otherwise, the mighty performance utility looks much as it did last year. Word has it the interior will receive similarly slight changes, with the option sheet getting a few more leather choices and little else. Likewise, the freshened BMW X6 M is expected to make use of this year's 4.4-liter, twin-turbo...

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2012 BMW X5 M Features Standard Equipment Changes Include IPod/USB Adapter & Automatic Tailgate

Woodcliff Lake, NJ – November 14, 2011… Finding new ways to expand the boundaries of what is possible with existing BMW models has always been the singular purpose of the craftsmen at BMW M. The BMW X5 M and the BMW X6 M are the first all-wheel-drive models to offer the remarkable performance, dynamic driving experience, athletic design, and the premium quality of a BMW M product. The X5 M and its X6 M sibling become the first BMW M models with all-wheel drive, and likewise they’re the first...

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[w/video] SARTRE autonomous road-train enters final phase with trio of Volvos

This time last year, the Safe Road Trains for the Environment (SARTRE) program hit a milestone. Using a specially equipped Volvo S60 with a big-rig taking the lead, the EU-funded researchers managed to create the world's first fully-functional road train, allowing the driver in the sedan to sit back and enjoy the ride without touching the controls. Today, Volvo – the program's only automotive partner – has announced that the SARTRE program is in its final phase of testing, and that includes...

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2012 Nissan JUKE Sport Cross 1.6 L DIG Turbo 16 Valve DOHC Aluminum-alloy Inline 4 Cylinder Engine 188 hp 177 lb-ft of Torque

2012 Nissan JUKE Sport Cross Features Bold Styling, Fun-to-Drive Performance and Advanced Torque Vectoring AWD The Nissan JUKE sport cross, which rocketed onto the automotive scene in 2011, moves into its sophomore season with a well-earned reputation as one of the boldest designs and most spirited performers in the traditional B-segment hatchback field. Drawing its inspiration from a number of active lifestyle influences, including motorcycles and rally cars, JUKE features highly distinctive,...

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2012 Volkswagen Beetle Available 2.0 L TSI Turbocharged 4 Cylinder Engine with Acclaimed DSG 6 Speed Dual-clutch Automatic Transmission

VOLKSWAGEN’S ICONIC BEETLE ROARS INTO THE 21st CENTURY The new Beetle offers a modern interpretation of the classic design, along with nocompromise German engineering and a sporty new attitude Starting Base Price of $18,995 for Beetle Sporty Turbo Model has a Starting MSRP of $23,395 Longer, Lower, and Wider than the Previous Beetle Available Premium Features include Bluetooth® Technology, Slide and Tilt Panoramic Sunroof, Fender® Premium Audio System, three-color ambient lighting, kaeferfach...

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