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Ken Block does Gymkhana 3 video in France

What started out as an entertaining driving video has become an entertaining infomercial for cheesy products, but Ken Block’s “Gymkhana 3” is definitely worth a watch. The man knows how to put on a show with his modified all-wheel-drive turbocharged rally Ford Fiesta racecar, this time in France. Continue reading »

Hyundai BlueOn 2011 is first Korean electric car

Hyundai Motor Co. today unveiled the company’s – and Korea’s – first Full Speed Electric Vehicle (FSEV) named ‘BlueOn,’ opening a new era in eco-friendly technology. Hyundai unveiled the car at the Blue House today, in the presence of Korean President Lee Myung-Bak and Ministers from the Ministry of Knowledge Economy and Ministry of Environment. About 50 other government and electric-vehicle industry officials were also present. During the unveiling ceremony, President Lee and Hyundai’s Vice Chairman Lee test drove one of the new vehicles together on the Blue House premises. Continue reading »

Video of BMW Z4 GT3 race car build

The special-order BMW Z4 GT3 is a fixed-roof racing car offered by BMW to anyone ready to cough up $400,000. The only problem is it comes in self-assembly-required boxes. Swedish racing team, Team West Coast Racing, bought the Z4 GT3, powered by a 480 hp 4.0L V8, and took 600 hours to actually finish building it, over 25 days. Continue reading »

2012 Chevrolet Aveo hatchback to debut in Paris

There is no shortage of world firsts for Chevrolet at the forthcoming Paris Motor Show, and joining the Orlando MPV and Cruze hatchback show car will be the all-new Chevrolet Aveo 5-door. Continue reading »

2011 Bentley Continental GT facelift revealed

For Crewe’s design and engineering teams, the new Continental GT coupe is an opportunity to set a bold and exciting direction for one of Bentley’s most revered names – the Continental. The seminal and highly successful Continental GT introduced in 2003 represented the first step in Bentley’s renaissance and defined a whole new market segment. It was a luxury GT offering excellent usability that remained true to the Bentley grand touring spirit. Continue reading »

2012 Chevrolet Cruze hatchback concept debuts

The story of the Chevrolet Cruze goes from strength to strength with the latest chapter heralding the launch of a new 5-door hatchback model, further evidence of Chevrolet’s intention to bring value for money to all mainstream segments in Europe. Continue reading »

2010 Kia Soul and 2011 Sorento recalled

The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration has announced a recall on two Kia vehicles – the 2010 Soul and 2011 Sorento – to replace interior lighting wiring harnesses. These faulty units, supplied by JCI, can apparently cause an electrical short resulting in a fire. This recall affects 35,185 vehicles manufactured between September 7, 2009 and July 30, 2010. Continue reading »

2012 Ford Explorer Police Interceptor Utility crossover debuts

Ford Motor Company today revealed its newest pursuit-rated vehicle – Ford’s first-ever specially designed Police Interceptor utility built for the rigors of police work. The new vehicle is designed to complement Ford’s all-new Police Interceptor sedan, which was introduced earlier this year. Combined, the two vehicles provide law enforcement agencies the ultimate in versatility and choice, something no other police vehicle on the road today can match. Continue reading »

2011 Hyundai Accent debuts as concept in Russia

The RB projects a coupe-like dynamic styling that is sculpted, stately and performance-oriented. With elegant lines that resemble a calligrapher’s “orchid strokes,” the concept RB continues Hyundai Motor’s ‘fluidic sculpture’ design philosophy that injects sophistication and dynamic angles into the shape of a vehicle. Continue reading »

2005-2008 Toyota Corolla recall for engine stalling

The Toyota Corolla is being recalled over engine stalling issues. So far, the recall is only for 2005 to 2008 models built in the United States. Continue reading »

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