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- Cadillac will unveil new concept plus production CTS-V Coupe at Detroit Auto Show
- Aston Martin One-77 reaches over 220 mph (354 km/h), will be fastest Aston ever
- Spyker extends its offer for Saab “until further notice”, GM still hasn’t said a word
- Lexus unveils first ad for the LFA supercar
- BMW ActiveHybrid 5 Series might appear in Geneva
- GM begins to pay back loans, will be finished by June, 2010
- Chrysler to unveil Lancia-based concept in Detroit
- Mcchip introduces 401 HP Ford Focus RS
- Volkswagen promises to refrain from world domination, won’t acquire any other companies
- Indy 500 Chevrolet Camaro SS Pace Car revealed
| Cadillac will unveil new concept plus production CTS-V Coupe at Detroit Auto Show Posted: 22 Dec 2009 03:22 AM PST  While everyone is preparing for the winter holidays, Cadillac is getting ready for the 2010 edition of the Detroit Auto Show, which will start in January, next year. As such, the company has unveiled two surprises it will bring at the famous show: a production-ready version of the CTS-V Coupe and a brand new concept. While everyone already expected the recently unveiled CTS Coupe to receive the high performance CTS-V edition next year, nobody expected new concept car from Cadillac. Rumors are already flying around, in regards to this new model, some saying that it will foreshadow the ATS lineup from the American brand which will take on rivals like the BMW 3 Series or the Audi A4, but some people are also speculating that it will be something completely new from Caddy. Until the Detroit show starts, we can only take a glimpse at the CTS-like headlight the company attached to the press release, teasing the new concept. Source: Cadillac Post published on Rpmgo.com Related posts:
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| Aston Martin One-77 reaches over 220 mph (354 km/h), will be fastest Aston ever Posted: 22 Dec 2009 02:08 AM PST  Many called the upcoming Aston Martin One-77 excessive, flamboyant and highly exclusive. But according to Aston, they won’t be able to say it’s slow, as during company tests on a dry track but with heavy wind, the coupe model achieved 220 mph (around 354 km/h). The model, which will see all of its 77 models go on sale this summer, has beaten the Vanquish, which achieved 200 mph. As such, it seems that the exclusive model, which will cost around £1.2 million (around €1.3 mil or $1.9 mil), is definitely going to offer some excitement to all of its 77 owners. 2010 will definitely be a busy year for the UK company, as not only will it market the One-77 coupe, but also the Rapide sedan and the Toyota iQ-based Cygnet city car. Source: Autocar Post published on Rpmgo.com Related posts:
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| Spyker extends its offer for Saab “until further notice”, GM still hasn’t said a word Posted: 22 Dec 2009 01:54 AM PST  Saab fans might have reasons to get excited once more, as Spyker, one of the remaining companies still interested in General Motors‘ Swedish brand has revealed that it has extended its new purchase offer, which was forwarded to GM after it announced that it will close down the brand, is valid until further notice. What does this mean? Spyker is quite confident in Saab and wants to prove to GM that it will take care of the brand. The company also revealed that it had some talks with GM but a decision hasn’t been made. Don’t forget that GM said a few weeks ago that a Saab deal is possible until the end of the year. Will the holidays catch Saab workers happy? Only time and an official GM statement will tell. Source: Spyker Post published on Rpmgo.com Related posts:
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| Lexus unveils first ad for the LFA supercar Posted: 22 Dec 2009 01:32 AM PST  The Lexus LFA supercar has generated a huge amount of popularity ever since it was unveiled at the Tokyo Motor Show in its native Japan. The V10 model was immediately a winner in the hearts of Lexus fans everywhere, and in the wallets of a lucky few. In order to further promote the new supercar, which will enter production at the end of 2010, Lexus has released a new ad, highlighting the emotions the new supercar can get from its driver. That, plus some wicked powerslides with a V10 soundtrack around Nurburgring. Hit the jump to see the ad. Source: Autoblog Post published on Rpmgo.com Related posts:
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| BMW ActiveHybrid 5 Series might appear in Geneva Posted: 22 Dec 2009 01:15 AM PST  BMW hosted quite a big launch at the end of November when it premiered the new 5 Series sedan. Available powered units were different flavors of gasoline and diesel, but according to new rumors, a hybrid model, bearing the company’s ActiveHybrid badge, might appear soon enough. While many expect to see such a thing in Detroit, it isn’t confirmed that even the regular 5 Series will appear at January’s Detroit Auto Show, let alone the hybrid version. Rumors are pegging a proof-of-concept model to be unveiled to the world at the Geneva Motor Show, in March, 2010. A mild hybrid setup, like the one on the 7 Series is expected to debut on the 5, as the full hybrid technology, which appeared on the X6, is much too heavy and costs more to manufacture and implement. Bear in mind that this is still in rumor stage, and while a hybrid will definitely appear further down the road for the new BMW 5 Series, a concrete timetable isn’t available. Source: BMWBlog Post published on Rpmgo.com Related posts:
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| GM begins to pay back loans, will be finished by June, 2010 Posted: 22 Dec 2009 12:53 AM PST  General Motors has given an early Christmas present to the US and Canadian governments, as it has begun paying back the large sums of money it received from the two entities. The US government has received $1 billion, while the Canadian one “just” $192 million. The company also highlighted the fact that it wants to pay back all of the money it owes as early as June, 2010, which is definitely optimistic, to say the least. The US government still owns around 60% of GM, but will soon organize a stock offering, where it hopes to get rid of those stocks. Perhaps this is the first step towards the revival of the giant carmaker, but given the economy is still shaky, to say the least, nothing is certain. Source: Autocar Post published on Rpmgo.com Related posts:
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| Chrysler to unveil Lancia-based concept in Detroit Posted: 22 Dec 2009 12:29 AM PST  Fiat isn’t taking the slow road to revamping Chrysler’s image, as new reports indicate that the company is preparing to unveil a Lancia-based concept bearing the US company’s badge at the Detroit Auto Show, which begins in January, 2010. The model is set to paint the picture of Chrysler’s future, as Lancia models, like the Delta, are set to be modified and rebadged in order to be sold as Chrysler vehicles in other markets, including the US and even Lancia’s native Europe. As such, the model will score big points for both Fiat and Chrysler at the Detroit Auto Show. After the reveal, the concept will be rushed into production, as the two companies hope to get it on the market as soon as possible, in order to generate a much needed boost in sales. Nothing else is know, meaning we’ll have to wait a few more weeks until the doors open at the Detroit Auto Show. Until then, share your thoughts about this new strategy or branding Lancia models as Chryslers. Will it work? Source: Bloomberg via Automarket Post published on Rpmgo.com Related posts:
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| Mcchip introduces 401 HP Ford Focus RS Posted: 22 Dec 2009 12:19 AM PST  OK, seriously, tuners just don’t know when to quite when it comes to the Ford Focus RS. Already being an extremely powerful front-wheel drive hatchback, we’ve seen performance kits that take the power output even higher. Now, the team at Mcchip has revealed its two-stage tuning kit which modified the output of the Ford Focus RS to a dizzying and downright ridiculous 401 HP. The first stage involves just a remapping of the ECU, and takes the hot hatch to 345 HP and 520 Nm. The second, which also includes an intercooler, performance spark plugs, more optimized electronics and a sport exhaust system, takes the Focus RS to 401 HP, with a torque of 612 Nm. The top speed, after the two stages, is rated at around 278 km/h (173 mph).  If you want to experience the horrible torque steer associated with such a power increase in a FWD car and to forget cornering at higher speeds, the first stage costs €799 while the second €4,499 (that’s $1,140 and $6,400, respectively). Source: WorldCarFans Post published on Rpmgo.com Related posts:
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| Volkswagen promises to refrain from world domination, won’t acquire any other companies Posted: 21 Dec 2009 11:46 PM PST  Volkswagen has been slowly getting bigger and bigger in the past few years, and has even achieved to dethrone Toyota as the world’s biggest carmaker. This is largely due to its big portfolio of brands, from accessible ones like Skoda or Seat to luxury like Audi or Bentley. In the last few months of 2009, the company announced two big purchases, 49.9% of Porsche, which will soon grow next year so that the two companies can merge, and 19.9% of Suzuki, heralding the entry of VW onto the Japanese market’s small car segment. But don’t worry, VW won’t slowly take over the world, as its CEO, Martin Winterkorn, has just revealed that the company will refrain from making any other purchases anytime soon, and that it will focus on building the brands it currently has under its wing.
The VW executive also revealed that only time will tell if its share stake in Suzuki will rise. Until then though, the German corporation has some big plans which will be revealed in the near future. Source: Autocar Post published on Rpmgo.com Related posts:
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| Indy 500 Chevrolet Camaro SS Pace Car revealed Posted: 21 Dec 2009 11:30 PM PST  Even though the auto industry is already getting into the holiday spirit, Chevrolet doesn’t stop and has just revealed the special edition Indy 500 Camaro SS Pace Car, which will be showcased at the prestigious Nascar race next spring. Built as a tribute to the original 1967 Camaro SS which paced the race that year, this new model has everything needed for such an endeavor, and even sports the special Inferno Orange Metallic paint, complete with White Diamond rally stripes. On the inside, the Camaro SS is powered by a 400 HP 6.2-liter V8 engine, coupled with an automatic gearbox. Other changes are completely cosmetic, and include a multitude of Indy 500 logos on everything from the doors to the fenders or seat headrests. In case you’re wondering, the strobe light system is mounted inside the rear window, and not on the roof like other pace cars. You can admire the Indy 500 Chevrlet Camaro SS at the Indianapolis Auto Show, which kicks off on December 26, and after that at the Indy 500 race on May 30, 2010. Source: Chevrolet Post published on Rpmgo.com Related posts:
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