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Volkswagen Sells More Cars Than Toyota

For the very first time, Volkswagen has snatched the #1 spot in term of sales, beating Toyota in the process. Between January and June 2015, Toyota managed to sell 3.02 million vehicles; that is 1.5% less than last year. We can blame declining sales in Japan for the slump. Volkswagen …July 29, 2015

This Is The Diesel-Powered 2016 Chevrolet Colorado/GMC Canyon

We knew it was coming, GM’s engineers confirmed it and fanatics were eagerly waiting for it: here is the diesel engine that will be found in the Chevrolet Colorado / GMC Canyon duo. The brand’s purists will be frantically looking for one thing, and it’s on the side of the …July 28, 2015

2017 Mercedes-Benz GLC 350 e 4MATIC: A First Rechargeable Hybrid

The Car Guide recently attended the worldwide launch of the brand new 2016 Mercedes-Benz GLC , the worthy successor of the GLK, the Stuttgart-based manufacturer's compact SUV. For 2016, there will be just one version offered, but the next few years will see several other versions introduced, including a diesel …July 28, 2015

You Could Build Your Very Own Saleen S7!

American tuner Saleen made its name by offering a large array of products for Fords, and more specifically Mustangs; at one point, they were competing directly with Shelby. At the turn of the millennium, the small firm even built their own supercar (it was the first made in North-America, by …July 28, 2015

Limited run of BMW Performance Edition cars set for Canada

BMW has announced a limited production run of M235i, 335i, and 435i M Performance Edition vehicles that will be made available in Canada "due to overwhelming demand." A total of 450 cars will be available in Canada—50 M235i coupes, 200 335i sedans and 200 435i coupes—and will decked out with …July 28, 2015

A “Do It Yourself” Recall From Chrysler

Technology/Autonomous Vehicles

Following the wireless hacking of a Cherokee infotainment system last week, Chrysler proceeded to recall 1.4M vehicles in the US in order the fix the security flaw of the onboard computer. However, the owners themselves will address this recall. Chrysler will send to them a USB key containing the update, …July 28, 2015

A Turbo Engine For The 2016 Lexus IS

These days, a lot of manufacturers are trading their large engines for smaller displacement mills fitted with turbochargers. The latest to follow this trend is Lexus with its midsize sedan, the 2016 IS , which will now come in 200t trim. This car comes with a turbocharged 4-cylinder displacing 2 …July 27, 2015

Even More Hellcats For 2016

Despite the fact that the Dodge Challenger/Charger Hellcat duo costs more than $70,000, it seems that more than a few people couldn’t resist the siren song of 707 horsepower coming from a supercharged 6.2 litre V8; the total production for 2015 (around 400 units) has already been sold, and there …July 27, 2015

FCA plans to boost 2016 model year SRT Hellcat production

FCA is compensating for unanticipated demand for its SRT Hellcat models by increasing production of 2016 model year cars and offering discounts to customers whose 2015 orders go unfulfilled. In a so-called "plan of attack" announced by the automaker this week, FCA said it plans to "significantly increase production" of …July 27, 2015

The First Crashed Mazda MX-5 Is Replaced By The Manufacturer

This is some of the best proof that not all manufacturers are trying to extract every last cent out of their customers: a few days ago, a couple went to pick up their brand-new 2016 MX-5 Launch Edition, becoming one of the first owners to get their hands on their …July 27, 2015

Lexus IS sedan gets turbocharged 4-cylinder for 2016

Lexus is dropping the 2.5-litre V6 from its IS sedan for the 2016 model year, replacing it with a 2.0-litre turbocharged four-cylinder to go along with two 3.5-litre V6 powerplants. According to the brand, it will no longer offer the 250 or 250 AWD variants of the Lexus IS, instead …July 25, 2015

Mitsubishi Could Shut Down Its Only North-American Factory

Bad news for Mitsubishi fans: it seems that the Normal, Illinois assembly plant that currently builds the RVR (known in the United States as the Outlander Sport) could soon close its doors. According to various sources, this would coincide with the renegotiation of the contract for the plant’s 918 workers. July 24, 2015

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