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2009 Kia Optima website up and rolling
2009-01-06 09:39:17
Kia Motors has finally updated its American website , now including the refreshed 2009 Kia Optima . The facelifted Optima, penned by Peter Schreyer, made its debut last March at the 2008 New York International Auto Show. The revision includes redesigned front and rear fascias, refreshed interior, upgraded engine outputs, and added fuel economy.Different from the pre-production model unveiled in the


Hyundai and RIDES create custom Genesis
2009-01-06 09:37:45
Hyundai is going big at this year's upcoming SEMA show in Las Vegas. The automaker is showing three custom Genesis Coupes and three custom Genesis Sedans. This one, in particular, is the result of Hyundai and RIDES magazine teaming up to create the ultimate tech-infested (or Mac-infested, we daresay) ride.The RIDES Genesis sports a myriad of technological goodies such as its own Wi-fi network, two
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Hyundai issues two recalls on Elantras in USA
2009-01-06 09:35:27
Hyundai Motor Co. is recalling about 150,000 Hyundai Elantra sedans because of potential electrical problems that could prevent air bags from deploying. Hyundai said Friday the recall involves Elantras from the 2001 model year.source :
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Kia releases gasoline Mohave on Korea
2009-01-06 09:33:25
Kia Motors released the long-awaited gasoline variants of the Mohave SUV (Borrego in NA) today. Alongside the 3.0L VGT diesel, the Mohave is now available with a 274 horsepower 3.8L Lambda V6 or a more potent 340 horsepower 4.6L Tau V8.Gasoline Mohaves are priced on average 3.5 million Won (USD$2464) less than its diesel counterparts. With the 3.8L V6, Kia boasts a mileage rating of 8.6km/L, an eq
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Hyundai Genesis Coupe
2009-01-06 09:27:31
Cars.com recently posted a stunning gallery of high-resolution images of the 2010 Hyundai Genesis Coupe . What is probably even better is that the rear-wheel drive coupe is coated in an equally attractive black paint. Although the front-end and the Genesis nomenclature might raise some conflicts, the Genesis Coupe looks to be another success for Hyundai - if marketed right.source :


Kia shows redesigned Cerato at Sydney
2009-01-06 09:25:48
Kia Motors debuted the redesigned Cerato for the Australian market at the Sydney Motor Show today. Dubbed the Forte in the car's home market of South Korea, the Cerato for the land of Down Under will be available in a 2.0L 4-cylinder petrol engine initially.source :


Per year by 2018 : Hyundai targets 500,000 hybrids
2009-01-06 09:20:19
Hyundai hasn't yet put a hybrid car on the market, but the company sure is throwing around some big numbers for its hybrid program. Let’s start with 38 miles to the gallon. According to Hyundai, that’s the mileage expected from the hybrid version of the Santa Fe small SUV, on display this week at the Paris Motor Show.The company claims that the concept hybrid SUV will reach 38 mpg by virtue of
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Kia unveils Soul and hybrid counterpart
2009-01-04 00:16:35
Kia has unveiled its Soul urban crossover vehicle at the Mondial de l’Automobile show in Paris, along with concept models of the cee’d Hybrid and Soul Hybrid, the hydrogen-powered Sportage FCEV prototype, and the cee’d with new ISG (Idle Stop & Go). The Soul will be sold globally, including in North America.In Europe, the Soul will be offered with a diesel or gasoline engine, based close


Hyundai i20 surface before Paris debut Review
2009-01-04 00:13:12
Hyundai has released more official images of the subcompact i20. Slated to debut at the upcoming Paris International Motor Show on October 2nd, the i20 will replace the Getz/Click/TB. Slotting between the i10 and i30, the i20 is designed with the European market in mind - emphasizing build quality, comfort, and value.The Hyundai i20 rides on an all new platform. Its new styling is highlighted by t
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Honda Officially Cancels Development of V10-Powered NSX
2009-01-04 00:08:31
To the bitter disappointment of sports car fans, the latest victim of the global economic recession is the next-generation Honda / Acura NSX supercar which has been canned. The announcement was made today by Honda CEO Takeo Fukui at his end-of-year speech. "The development of the NSX successor model equipped with V10 engine will be cancelled," said Takeo Fukui. The much anticipated NSX supercar th
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Mitsubishi officially enters S. Korea
2009-01-03 23:54:11
Mitsubishi Motors (MMSK) made its official debut in the South Korea n market today. Commencing sales on October 1st, Mitsubishi will offer two models at launch: Lancer Evolution X and Outlander. The automaker will also bring the Lancer, Eclipse, and Pajero at a later date.source :
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Subaru Withdraws from World Rally Championship
2009-01-03 23:51:11
It's a sad day for rally fans like ourselves today as Subaru has announced its decision to withdraw from the World Rally Championship at the end of the year because of the financial crisis. "This sudden decision was made in response to the widespread economic downturn that is affecting the entire automotive industry," Subaru said in a statement. The announcement comes only a day after Suzuki said


Hyundai Motor India considers bringing i10 to US
2009-01-03 23:47:40
Hyundai Motor India is currently studying its options to export the i10 from India to the United States. The i10 has been extremely successful in India and quickly rose to being the best-selling Hyundai in the country.source :
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Review Mercedes-Benz Concept BlueZERO
2009-01-03 23:44:38
For the 2009 Detroit Auto Show in January Mercedes -Benz will be showcasing a trio of 'green' concept cars that will go into limited production next year. Based on a modified version of Merc's sandwich-floor platform used on the current A- and B-Class models, the three BlueZERO variants share the same key technical components, while the design and vehicle dimensions are identical. The difference be
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Review 2010 Hyundai i20 (Getz) in Paris
2009-01-03 23:41:51
Hyundai has released the first official image of the subcompact i20. Slated to debut at the upcoming Paris International Motor Show in October, the i20 will replace the Getz/Click/TB. Slotting between the i10 and i30, the i20 is designed with the European market, emphasizing build quality, comfort, and value.source :
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Ford Prices the New Focus RS in the UK
2009-01-03 23:38:57
Following the presentation of the production 2009 Focus RS, Ford released pricing for its fastest-ever European production car. When it goes on sale in the UK in March, the Focus RS will be priced from £24,995 which comes to about $38,300 but for a various reasons that include the higher taxation system in the UK, the MSRP cannot be used for comparisons in the U.S. In the UK, the standard price o
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2010 Kia VG in Speculation
2009-01-03 23:35:12
An amateur rendering of the 2010 Kia 'VG' sedan has popped up on the net this morning. Looking at the recent spy photos of the premium sedan, the rendering looks nearly spot on to the actual prototype. This speculation gives us a preview of Kia's bold offensive into the premium arena occupied by the Volkswagen Passat and Lexus ES350. Designed by Peter Schreyer, the designing genius that has penned


Mitsubishi Lancer EVO Trilogy for South Yorkshire Police
2009-01-03 23:30:43
The new car will be used alongside the ever present Evolution VIII and IX in the Road Crime Unit where proactive road policing is the mission and officers will be driving the EVOs in cases involving drug dealers and car thieves.source :
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Ssangyong releases 3.2L V6 Chairman W on Korea
2009-01-02 08:28:04
Ssangyong Motors has commenced sales of the 3.2L V6 variant of the company's flagship Chairman W sedan. Initially available with either a 3.6L V6 or a 5.0L V8, the Chairman W has been struggling in the sales charts, which triggered Ssangyong to broaden its potential market base. While the 3.6L and 5.0L variants are badged as CW700, the 3.2L version will be tagged as CW600.source :
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Audi R8 V10 5.2 FSI Photos
2009-01-02 08:24:20
Red is the color of choice for Audi's new wallpaper gallery of the just released, top-of-the-line R8 V10 5.2 FSI. Set to go on sale during the second quarter of 2009, the most powerful version of Audi's mid-engined supercar is equipped with a Lamborghini Gallardo derived, 5.2-liter V10 engine that pumps out 525HP and 530 Nm (390.91 lb-ft) of torque.source :


Kia Soul Caught Undisguised & Interior Shots Review
2008-12-30 09:35:10
Here are the latest spyshots of the Kia Soul, slated to debut at the upcoming Paris Motor Show in October. The prototypes caught in these pictures are clad in Tomato Red and Clear White. They also look to be the range-topping trims, as evident by the 18-inch alloys, chrome trims, and the diminutive rearview camera. A Kia executive told us that the Soul Burner Concept wheels seen on the recent teas
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GM Daewoo Veritas (L4X)
2008-12-30 09:26:04
Here are the first images of the GM Daewoo Veritas, originally named L4X, spotted outside auto show venues for the first time. A rebadge of the Holden WM Caprice, the Veritas replaces the GM Daewoo Statesman that was on sale since 2005. The Statesman was also a rebadge of the previous generation Holden Statesman from Australia. The Veritas sports a unique vertical-slat grille and badging. The Stat


Lexmaul Opel GT Roadster with 312HP Review
2008-12-30 09:22:49
German tuning firm Lexmaul, has developed a subtle performance kit for the Opel GT roadster. A series of engine upgrades that include a new sport exhaust system boost the 2.0-liter turbocharged unit's output from 264HP to 312HP while torque has also been increased from 353 Nm to 440 Nm. source :
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Kia releases Soul teaser at Video
2008-12-30 09:16:59
After the Raphael Nadal video that sparked some controversy in the media, the "weird" theme continues with Kia's latest video of the Soul. With this one, however, it is eccentric in a cute way. Random wheels are bouncing around when the wheel of a Kia Soul Burner Concept comes into the scene. One more thing. At the end, the supposed slogan of the Soul appears and it's confusing to say the least. S


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