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Lotus Elise gets a Facelift for 2010

2010-02-17T06:13:00.000-08:00

Lotus have updated the new 2010 Elise with a revised front fascia, complete with new-look headlights, LED daytime running lights and LED turn indicators.

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Jaguar XKR Special Edition

2010-02-17T05:03:00.000-08:00

Jaguar will be unveiling their fast and luxury XKR coupe at next month’s Geneva motor show.

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Alfa Romeo Pandion Concept images leaked

2010-02-17T02:48:00.000-08:00

The Alfa Romeo Pandion concept car is due to be unveiled at next months Geneva auto show but, as always, images have been leaked to the Internet ahead of the event.

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Mercedes-Benz SLS AMG by ASMA

2010-02-17T01:41:00.000-08:00

The hugely successful Mercedes-Benz SLS AMG has been refined by car tuners, Asma Design.

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Pure rallying action from 2009: Video

2010-02-16T07:36:00.001-08:00

Here is an eight minute video showing a variety of rallying action from 2009.

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Highlights of the 2010 Chicago auto show: Video

2010-02-16T07:21:00.000-08:00

If you never got the opportunity to visit this years Chicago auto show then worry not, as you can see the stars of the show here.

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Do you think the Police good drivers?

2010-02-16T06:36:00.000-08:00

These following pictures show not all police chases end in success and some of them even end in crazy crashes.

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Lexus LFA video review

2010-02-16T05:53:00.000-08:00

Video review of the new and awesome 552 hp Lexus LFA.

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Design Concept for the First Hybrid Lamborghini

2010-02-16T04:57:00.000-08:00

Introducing the Lamborghini Madura. This concept car was created in collaboration with Lamborghini and Audi designers for Lamborghini’s Raw Materials Project, and is a proposal for the first hybrid Lamborghini that is scheduled for a 2016 launch.

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2010 5 by Peugeot concept car

2010-02-16T03:57:00.000-08:00

The French automaker has revealed the stunning 5 by Peugeot concept car, which may be next-generation Peugeot 608 sedan.

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New Porsche Panamera promotional video

2010-02-16T02:42:00.000-08:00

This is the latest Porsche promotional video which explains more about the special features on the new Panamera and Panamera 4.

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2011 Volkswagen Toureg

2010-02-15T05:26:00.000-08:00

Volkswagen have unveiled the new redeveloped Toureg with details and specifications.

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4,000th Murcielago rolls of the Lamborghini line

2010-02-15T04:48:00.000-08:00

Lamborghini celebrated last week, when the 4,000th Murcielago rolled of the production line.

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Aston Martin Rapide video review

2010-02-15T04:08:00.000-08:00

The guys from autocar got the chance to test drive the Aston Martin Rapide and you can watch their video review here.

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Toyota Avalon singers

2010-02-12T11:25:00.000-08:00

If you think the Chevy Volt dance was bad then take a look at this, the Toyota Avalon Singers.

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2010 Matech Ford GT1

2010-02-12T10:44:00.000-08:00

This is Matech Competition’s Ford GT1. They started developing this race car in 2009 and finally rolled it out for the first time at Ascari circuit in Spain.

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Camouflaged Ferrari 458 Italia

2010-02-12T10:07:00.000-08:00

Here is another supercar that has received the camouflage treatment. For the moment this Ferrari 458 Italia maybe able to blend itself in with the current snowy surroundings but as soon as spring arrives it is going to stick out like a sore thumb.

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Porsche Panamera Takes Elevator ride To the 94th Floor

2010-02-12T07:44:00.000-08:00

Last year, Porsche premiered its Porsche Panamera on the 94th floor of the Shanghai World Financial Center. So how did they get the Panamera to the 94th floor of one of the worlds tallest building? Read more to find out.

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Ferrari returns to the Need For Speed racing game

2010-02-12T06:06:00.000-08:00

The Need for Speed series is one of the most fun and engaging car games around. Electronic Arts, has now announced that the Ferrari name will return to the Need For Speed series, ending the seven year absence of Italian Horse supercar.

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Ferrari 599XX Video Review

2010-02-12T04:01:00.000-08:00

The Ferrari 599XX is based on the 599 GTB version but the 12 cylinder engine has been modified to produce 720 horsepower. Autocar had the opportunity to test drive this awesome sports car and you can watch their review here.

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DeltaWing, the Indycar of tomorrow

2010-02-12T03:18:00.000-08:00

In 2009, a group of IndyCar team owners partnered up on a secret project to develop a prototype racer for the next generation of cars. The team revealed themselves in December last year, and yesterday they unveiled their Indycar concept at the Chicago auto show and its called, the DeltaWing.

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Kelly Hansen, lead singer of Foreigner, drives a 1977 Porsche 911

2010-02-11T11:48:00.000-08:00

When not Rocking, Kelly Hansen’s beloved 1977 Porsche 911S serves as automotive therapy.

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Chevrolet celebrates 75th anniversary with a Diamond Edition Suburban

2010-02-11T09:43:00.000-08:00

Chevrolet are releasing a special edition of the 2010 Chevrolet Suburban to celebrate its 75th anniversary. They are calling it the “Diamond edition”.

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Hero saves van from being hit by train: Video

2010-02-11T08:17:00.000-08:00

In Buenos Aires, Argentina, a person had his life and van saved by a hero who, without thought or consideration to his own safety, pushed a broken down van off some train tracks and just manged to jump out of the way before the train passed. Watch the footage here.

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Porsche 911 GT3 R Hybrid

2010-02-11T03:12:00.000-08:00

Porsche has revealed the first images and details on their new racer, the 911 GT3 R Hybrid.

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Nissan Juke unveiled ahead of Geneva auto show

2010-02-11T02:03:00.000-08:00

Nissan’s part SUV, part sports car was unveiled in Paris yesterday, ahead of its debut at the Geneva Auto show.

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Time capsule disaster

2010-02-10T13:41:00.000-08:00

A 1957 Plymouth Belvedere, was buried in Tulsa as a vehicular time capsule to commemorate Oklahoma’s 50th birthday. The car was put into the earth with much fanfare and celebration.

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Kia Ray PHEV concept gets unveiled at Chicago

2010-02-10T12:45:00.000-08:00

Kia has finally unveiled their new plug-in hybrid concept at the Chicago auto show. The Ray uses the same 106.3 inch wheelbase as the Hyundai Blue-Will PHEV concept but the overall length is four inches greater.

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2011 Volvo S60: Video

2010-02-10T08:25:00.000-08:00

The 2011 Volvo S60 is due to debut at next month’s Geneva Motor Show and as a build up to this occasion Volvo has released a series of videos showing off the Swedish automaker’s newest model.

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2011 Audi A1 is finally here

2010-02-10T06:17:00.000-08:00

After two concept cars, the 2011 Audi A1 has officially arrived. Here are the first images and video footage of this hot hatchback.

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Cinema Vehicle Services

2010-02-10T04:09:00.000-08:00

Have you ever wondered where Hollywood get all their cars from? One of the biggest companies they use is Cinema Vehicle Services, continue reading to find out more.

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2011 Ford Shelby 500GT Coupe and Convertible

2010-02-09T10:28:00.000-08:00

Today North American automaker released videos and information about the 2011 Ford Shelby 500GT Coupe and Convertible.

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Dept. 180 smoke test the Chevrolet Equinox

2010-02-09T09:28:00.000-08:00

Chevrolet’s Dept. 180 have released their first video which shows them smoke testing the new 2010 Chevrolet Equinox.

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History of the Porsche 911 Turbo S

2010-02-09T08:55:00.000-08:00

As a follow up to the launch of the new Porsche 911 Turbo S, Porsche have released another short video telling the history of the 911 Turbo S

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Nissan Altima a 440hp hybrid race car

2010-02-09T07:57:00.000-08:00

This is the Nissan Altima, built by Braille Battery, this hybrid sports car was designed to produce maximum performance with maximum fuel efficiency.

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Dodge are releasing two special edition Challengers

2010-02-09T03:32:00.000-08:00

This year is the 40th anniversary for the Dodge Challenger and to celebrate this occasion Dodge are releasing two special editions of the iconic muscle car: the 2010 Dodge Challenger Furious Fuchsia and Challenger SRT8 Furious Fuchsia.

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Wrecked Mercedes just keeps going

2010-02-09T02:17:00.000-08:00

The owner of this Mercedes managed to wreck their car but instead of calling for a tow truck they tried to drive it home.

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Porsche release promotion video of the 2010 911 Turbo S

2010-02-09T01:38:00.000-08:00

Yesterday Porsche released images of their new 2010 911 Turbo S. Now they have released a short video showing off this hot sports car.

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2010 Porsche 911 Turbo S

2010-02-08T08:34:00.000-08:00

Porsche have released photos and details of their new 2010 Porsche 911 Turbo S which will be available as a coupe and cabriolet.

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Images of the new BMW X5, confirmed

2010-02-08T06:58:00.000-08:00

Last week I posted images of the new BMW X5, well it has been confirmed that these images are the real deal and here is more information on BMW’s 2011 X5 LCI.

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What is this mystery car? 6

2010-02-08T05:51:00.000-08:00

Here is this weeks mystery car, can you tell what car it is?

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Group of students build Audi TT that drives itself: Update

2010-02-08T05:21:00.000-08:00

Last year I wrote an article about a group of students from Stanford University building a Audi TT that drives itself. This month they released a video showing their current progress.

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BMW 550i Gran Turismo video review

2010-02-08T04:42:00.000-08:00

This is BMW’s new 550i Gran Turismo, a high-performance luxury automobile designed for long-distance driving.

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Lamborghini promotion video

2010-02-08T04:13:00.000-08:00

Lamborghini have released a promotional video showing all the different variates of colors and interiors.

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SoundRacer gives your car the roar of a V8

2010-02-08T02:23:00.000-08:00

Have you ever wanted your car to have the roar of a powerful V8, well now here’s your chance with the SoundRacer.

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Wald International launch body kits for luxury cars

2010-02-05T11:48:00.000-08:00

Normally tuners roll out one package at a time but Japanese tuning firm Wald International are launching five body kits for some of the most desirable cars.

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Felipe Massa test drives the Ferrari 599XX

2010-02-05T06:05:00.000-08:00

Formula one driver Felipe Massa got to drive the Ferrari 599XX along with seven other drivers around the Spanish Ricardo Tormo circuit in Valencia.

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Crazy chef uses Porsche for a barbecue

2010-02-05T05:33:00.000-08:00

Somebody has had the idea to transform the rear spoiler on a Porsche 911 turbo into a barbecue.

I love Porsches and I love barbecues but I just don’t think they mix well as portrayed in this photo. The hot scolding fat from all those sausages is probably splattering all over the original paint.

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Rolls Royce hot rod

2010-02-05T04:51:00.000-08:00

This is a 1970 Rolls Royce Silver Shadow customized by Joe Richardson from Denver, N.C and he claims its the worlds fastest Rolls Royce.

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2011 Renault Megane Coupe Cabriolet

2010-02-05T04:09:00.000-08:00

Renault have released photos and details about the new 2011 Megane Coupe-Cabriolet.

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Self built lamborghini Countach

2010-02-05T03:15:00.000-08:00

A guy with a passion for the Lamborghini Countach has built his very own, in the basement of his home.

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Kia release teaser photos of their new Ray plug-in hybrid concept car

2010-02-04T10:36:00.000-08:00

The Kia Ray plug-in hybrid concept car is set to debut at the Chicago auto show this year and to warm people up to the event they have, today, released 2 teaser photos the new Ray.

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Protoscar to Debut Lampo2 EV at Geneva Auto Show

2010-02-04T10:11:00.000-08:00

Swiss automaker Protoscar will be debuting their new Lampo2 electric car at the Geneva auto show this year.

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Mercedes Pens

2010-02-04T09:30:00.000-08:00

This Pen car is the work of graphic designer, Costas schuler or otherwise known as “The Pen Guy”.

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Images of the new BMW X5, Possibly

2010-02-04T08:41:00.000-08:00

These two images of the new BMW X5 face lift are circling the Internet but nobody has confirmed if they are the real deal.

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Porsche Legacy at Daytona

2010-02-04T05:59:00.000-08:00

Porsche have released a short documentary video to celebrate the 42nd anniversary of Vic Elford’s victory in the Porsche 907, Porsche’s first 24 hour endurance win.

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Dodge Charger Sets Quarter Mile World Record

2010-02-04T02:51:00.000-08:00

SpeedFactory tuners have set a world record with their customized Dodge Charger running the quarter mile in 9.453 seconds at 143.38mph (231km/h).

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Concept cars on display at the 2010 Chicago Auto show

2010-02-04T02:07:00.000-08:00

The Chicago Auto show will be opening their doors to the public on the 12th of this month and heres a look at some of the concept cars that will be on display.

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BMW Vision EfficientDynamics concept car wallpaper now added to Chrises Cars

2010-02-03T12:29:00.000-08:00

I have added 26 new wallpaper images of BMW’s futuristic Vision EfficientDynamics concept car to Chrises Cars.

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This 56 cadillac has everything, including a kitchen sink

2010-02-03T05:29:00.000-08:00

Among the cars that were sold at RM Auctions, Arizona was this 1956 Cadillac Maharani which has installed, a fully functioning kitchen sink.

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2010 Porsche 911 Turbo video review

2010-02-03T04:43:00.000-08:00

Watch the new Porsche 911 Turbo driven to the extreme around the tracks at the Porsche Experience Centre at Silverstone.

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Chevrolet releases a sneak peak at their Dept. 180

2010-02-03T04:07:00.000-08:00

Chevrolet are planning to start a new Internet series demonstrating how Dept. 180 engineers, technicians, car geeks and other big, juicy brains verify the quality of Chevrolet vehicles through extreme measures.

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Platinum Motorsport Bentley Continental GT

2010-02-03T03:31:00.000-08:00

Los Angles tuners, Platinum Motorsport have given this Bentley Continental GT their own special touch. Not only have they modified the styling but have also enhanced the performance.

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The coolest school buses in the world

2010-02-03T02:22:00.000-08:00

This first bus is called Shortcut High and it is most probably the coolest school bus in the world.

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Russian amphibious offroader, theres no stopping it!

2010-02-02T09:48:00.000-08:00

This is the ATON IMPULSE VIKING-2992, it is a unique multipurpose vehicle that can handle almost anything.

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Spyker intends to release 3 new Saab models

2010-02-02T08:59:00.000-08:00

Spyker is hoping to bring Saab back to a profitable company by 2012. They are also intending to release an all new 9-3, 9-4x crossover and add a new fourth car line.

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Bentleys of the future competition

2010-02-02T08:16:00.000-08:00

Bentley have been running a competition to find new fresh designers for their luxury car company. Here are a few of the candidates designs.

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Customized BMW X5 by G-power

2010-02-02T07:22:00.000-08:00

G-Power has unveiled their latest project, the limited edition Typhoon Black Pearl. This custom car is based on the BMW X5 and boasts an impressive 625hp.

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Volvo S60: Video

2010-02-02T03:26:00.000-08:00

Volvo have released a new video showing the elegant and sporty S60.

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what is this mystery car? 5

2010-02-02T02:39:00.000-08:00

Here is the first mystery car for 2010 and its a little different to normal. This car was recently in a bad accident and the owner managed to work away from this with just a few minor injuries but can you tell what car it is?

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Armored Limousine, the Vault XXL4

2010-02-02T02:03:00.000-08:00

If you thought the stretched Hummer was big enough then check this it out. Its a stretched armored truck limousine.

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Delorean gets buffed up

2010-02-01T09:27:00.000-08:00

Delorean owner John McCarty has started a new trend polishing his car to a mirror finish.

John spent about forty hours per panel hand polishing the car’s stainless steel body panels to ultimate perfection, some sections took as much as four hours per square inch. It just goes to show how much spare time some people.

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Self built sports car

2010-02-01T08:05:00.000-08:00

This person has managed to build his very own sports car using foam.

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President of Toyota apologizes and explains the Sticking Pedal Issue

2010-02-01T06:15:00.000-08:00

Toyota Motor Sales President & COO Jim Lentz tells customers about the company’s solution to fix the sticking pedal situation in recalled Toyota vehicles.

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Customized Lamborghini Murcielago LP650-4 Roadster

2010-02-01T05:52:00.000-08:00

One of the owners of the 50 Lamborghini Murcielago LP650-4 Roadsters that were built wanted to make his unique and so he has customized it with a matte black look.

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BMW Vision EfficientDynamics concept may see production

2010-02-01T05:10:00.000-08:00

Rumours are spreading on the Internet that BMW are planning to put the Vision EfficientDynamics concept into production.

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N2A Motors create the 789 custom car

2010-02-01T02:37:00.000-08:00

California based custom auto manufacturer N2A ( No 2 Alike ), have created the 789 which is a combination of 3 Chevys.

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Aston Martin One-77 wallpaper added to Chrises Cars

2010-01-30T04:58:00.000-08:00

I have added 26 new wallpaper images of Aston Martin’s One-77 sports car to Chrises Cars.

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Ken Block takes his Rally prepped Fiesta for a test run

2010-01-29T12:57:00.000-08:00

Watch as Ken Block takes his monster rally Fiesta for a test run in the snow in preparation for this weekends Sno*Drift Rally America Series.

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This is how Russia tackles the heavy snow at winter, with the Snow Foot Car

2010-01-29T11:56:00.000-08:00

Somebody has had the ingenious idea of creating this vehicle. It is basically a customized Lada Riva mounted on a trailer frame with it’s rear wheels linked up to two large monster truck wheels.

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Bentley Continental Supersports review: Video

2010-01-29T08:16:00.000-08:00

Video review of the Bentley Continental Supersports, Bentley’s most fastest and powerful car yet.

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Car stopper, if successful will be bring an end to all car chases

2010-01-29T07:17:00.000-08:00

A new machine called HPEMS ( High Powered Electro Magnetic System ) may be the answer to stopping all those car chases that we regularly witness on the news.

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Brabus GL 63 Biturbo

2010-01-29T06:12:00.000-08:00

German car tuners Brabus have released information on their latest project, an upgraded version of the Mercedes-Benz GL-Class and they are calling it the Brabus GL 63 Biturbo.

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1963 Aston Martin sells for $1million in USA

2010-01-29T04:12:00.000-08:00

A 1963 Aston Martin, one of only six ever made, sold at RM’s Automobiles of Arizona, for a whopping 1 million dollars.

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Hamann tuned BMW X6m

2010-01-28T11:12:00.000-08:00

Hamann’s latest tuning program is for the BMW X6M which includes upgrades for the styling and performance.

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Porsche release new Boxster Spyder video

2010-01-28T10:25:00.000-08:00

This is Porsche’s latest video showing the new Porsche Boxster Spyder driving to the rhythm of the drums along a coast.

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Lexus LF-CH survey results

2010-01-28T09:14:00.000-08:00

Last September Lexus USA conducted an online survey to see what the public thought about the LF-CH and these are the results.

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Truck destroys footbridge: Video

2010-01-28T08:22:00.000-08:00

Somewhere in Istanbul, Turkey, a lorry with its dumper raised collided with a footbridge, destroying it completely.

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Carlsson C25 Super-GT concept

2010-01-28T07:21:00.001-08:00

Carlsson will be presenting their C25 Super-GT concept at this year’s Geneva Motor Show.

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Michael Schumacher stars in Mercedes SLS AMG Commercial

2010-01-28T06:20:00.000-08:00

Watch the new Mercedes commercial for the SLS AMG featuring Formula one driver Michael Schumacher.

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Stallone shows off his new Camaro to Jason Statham

2010-01-28T06:03:00.000-08:00

Hollywood star Sylvester Stallone showed off his new customized Chevrolet Camaro to actor Jason Statham, after enjoying dinner at Ciccones.

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BMW 330i rallying action

2010-01-27T13:04:00.000-08:00

Here is a 10 minute video showing the best rallying moments from the 2009 BMW 330is cup in Germany.

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Porsche Museum celebrates its first birthday

2010-01-27T12:15:00.000-08:00

The new Porsche museum in Stuttgart, Germany, opened just one year ago and already they have received more than 530,000 visitors from all over the world.

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Worlds narrowest garage

2010-01-27T07:47:00.000-08:00

This has to be the worlds narrowest garage, it measures 1 meter 55 across and has just enough room to park Fiat Panda.

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Ginetta G40 ready for launch

2010-01-27T06:11:00.000-08:00

British race car manufacturer Ginetta unveiled their latest launch, the Ginetta G40, at the auto sport International exhibition at Birmingham’s NEC this month.

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Volkswagen New Compact Coupe Concept

2010-01-27T05:16:00.000-08:00

This is Volkswagens latest hybrid concept and they are calling it “NCC” ( New Compact Coupe ).

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Knight Rider replica

2010-01-27T04:33:00.000-08:00

Somebody has attempted to replicate the Pontiac Firebird known as “Kitt” from the popular TV series Knight Rider.

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Forza Motorsport 3

2010-01-27T03:31:00.000-08:00

Forza Motorsport 3 is a racing game exclusively for Xbox 360. This game offers everyone the chance to experience the thrill of the world’s most exotic and exquisite cars.

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Alfa Romeo Giulietta teaser Video

2010-01-26T13:15:00.000-08:00

Alfa Romeo have released a teaser video showing a glimpse of their new Giulietta.

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Chevy Volt undergoes durability testing

2010-01-26T12:44:00.000-08:00

This is Chevrolet’s latest video, this time showing us how the Volt gets tested for durability.

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