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Volkswagen Updates Technology In Most Of Their 2016 Models

Technology/Autonomous Vehicles

A new and improved infotainment system and a bunch of electronic safety driving aids will be added to VW’s line-up, in addition to a reskinned 2016 Passat midsize sedan that will arrive this fall and the newly available turbo 1.4L engine in the 2016 Jetta. The MIB II infotainment system …August 5, 2015

Audi announces ante-upping S8 plus model

As if the Audi S8 and its 520-horsepower V8 wasn't enough, the automaker has announced the ante-upping S8 plus, a car it says represent "the pinnacle of sportiness." Audi engineers reworked the plenty-potent 4.0-litre TFSI engine for the S8 plus, with output now reaching 605 horsepower and 516 lb.-ft. of …August 5, 2015

The Audi S8 Plus Belts Out 605 Horsepower

As if 520 hp wasn’t enough, Audi managed to squeeze 85 more out of the Audi S8’s twin-turbo, 4.0L V8 engine. So 520 plus 85 adds up to 605. That’s the output of the new Audi S8 plus which, according to the luxury brand, “defines the pinnacle of sporty performance …August 5, 2015

BMW M Performance Edition Cars Launched in Canada

German manufacturer BMW will be offering a limited run of M235i, 335i and 435i M Performance Edition cars for the Canadian market. M Performance, by the way, is a roundup of performance and appearance components customers can add to their cars and trucks, inspired by BMW’s M division. These three …August 5, 2015

Canadian Car Sales Slowed Down In July

Compared to the same period last year, light vehicle sales in Canada have barely increased. By a scant 0.4%, to be precise. The big winners during the month of July 2015 were Volvo (+54%), Acura (+39%), Lexus (+30%) and Porsche (+28%). Meanwhile, Audi , Infiniti , Mercedes-Benz , Nissan and …August 4, 2015

The 2016 Chevrolet Colorado Gets Two New Special-Edition Models

General Motors will add some flair to the 2016 Chevrolet Colorado midsize pickup when it hits dealerships this fall. The Colorado Midnight Edition gets essentially the same dark treatment as the Silverado Midnight Edition . In addition to the black paint job, the truck’s grille, bowtie emblem and 18-inch alloy …August 4, 2015

Diesel Chevy Colorado, GMC Canyon to go on sale this fall

Chevrolet Colorado and GMC Canyon midsize pickups powered by the hotly-anticipated 2.8-litre Duramax diesel engine will be able to tow as much as 7,700 lbs. when they go on sale this fall. The twin trucks , which returned late last year to much fanfare, will soon be available with a …August 4, 2015

A Very Special Mercedes-Benz 300SL On The Auction Block

The sale of a Mercedes-Benz 300SL is a rare occurrence, but it’s not necessarily something that needs to be mentioned on our website. In this case, however, we’re not talking about a regular 300SL. Built in 1954, the 300SL stood out from other sports cars sold during that era. It …August 4, 2015

Audi, BMW and Daimler Agree on Joint Acquisition of Nokia’s HERE Digital Mapping Business

Technology/Autonomous Vehicles

HERE is a company that builds high-definition maps and location services for navigation software, and is a direct rival to Google Maps and Google Street View. Nokia-owned HERE offers services to three basic clienteles, which are consumers, automotive and enterprise. Consumers can use the HERE smartphone app that can even …August 3, 2015

Ford track-tested GT race car 3 weeks before unveil

Long before Ford confirmed it was returning to Le Mans with the Ontario-built GT supercar, the automaker conducted track testing—and nobody knew about it. As this new video released by Ford Performance illustrates, it took to the track some three weeks before the race-prepped car was officially unveiled for some …August 3, 2015

2015 Tartan Prancer, The Affordable Family Truckster

It’s billed as the All-Star Albanian Automobile, and it’s the Griswold family’s ride in the new summer flick Vacation. You remember the Griswolds, right? The family that starred in the popular National Lampoon Vacation comedy film series, with Chevy Chase playing the role as the patriarch? Well, they’re back, sort …August 3, 2015

Nissan Micra Cup: August 2nd Race

Update: The disqualification of Stefan Rzadzinski was revoked, meaning the ICI Pneus team driver finishes in first place, in front of Olivier Bédard and Tharanoj Thanasitnitike. We'll update overall driver rankings once they are available. Stefan Rzadzinski was initially disqualified for an inconformity in the electrical system of his car, …August 2, 2015

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