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What started as a pretty decent little car in the 1990s, began to undergo sales declines due to neglect from its maker, and culminated in the knife in the heart disappointment that was the most recent Focus, Ford is making everything right again with next generation model of its Civic\Cruze\Corolla killer. Before the whole recession that forever changed the automotive landscape, Ford was having some trouble of its own and made the call to throw together one more refresh for its ancient US version Focus instead of ramping up production of an all new Focus in Europe that was getting rave reviews. As promised, Ford is now showing a new Focus that is both easy on the eyes, and on its bottom line. [click to continue...]

Hyundai has a completely redesigned Tucson crossover for 2010 and the upwardly mobile auto maker has set a starting price of $18,995. The Tucson will be launched with a 2.4-liter four cylinder that channels its power through your choice of 6-speed automatic or manual transmission, a smaller 2.0-liter four will come later in the year. [click to continue...]

The Abarth 695 “Tributo Ferrari” makes its world debut at Frankfurt. This new performance version of the Abarth 500 confirms the link between Abarth and Ferrari based on shared values that include a passion for performance, a racing soul, attention to detail and Italian style. [click to continue...]

What is it about working in a small garage type operation that leads people to create the craziest, most awesome, and finely crafted machines…and why do said machines usually involve a high degree of risk to life and limb..but have you check your retirement account anyway? We don’t have the answers, but we do have some details on just such a machine after the jump. [click to continue...]

ALL-NEW POWERTRAINS, CLASS-LEADING CAPABILITY REINFORCE 2011 FORD SUPER DUTY’S TOUGH TRUCK STATUS

The All-New 2011 F-Series Super Duty

• The 2011 F-Series Super Duty boasts all-new powertrains, led by the Ford-designed, Ford-engineered and Ford-built 6.7-liter Power Stroke® V-8 turbocharged diesel engine, which delivers significantly improved torque and horsepower as well as class-leading fuel economy while maintaining best-in-class towing and payload capability; new engine also has biodiesel compatibility up to B20
• A new 6.2-liter V-8 gasoline engine also is added to the lineup; it also delivers significantly improved torque and horsepower as well as class-leading fuel economy; new gas engine can run on regular-grade gasoline, E85 or any blend in between
• An all-new 6R140 heavy-duty TorqShift® six-speed automatic transmission gets the new diesel engine’s low-end torque to the ground faster; the six-speed transmission has full SelectShift™ capability, giving customers the convenience of a manual gearbox
• Available Ford Work Solutions™ plus a new flow-through console with 110-volt inverter, new seats and locking underseat storage add even more productivity in the Super Duty’s role as office on wheels; new 4.2-inch LCD Productivity Screen delivers array of information
• The new 6R140 transmission is available with segment-exclusive Live Drive Power Take Off (PTO) with the new diesel [click to continue...]

For nearly three decades, the Volkswagen GTI has represented a potent combination of sports car-like finesse and tuned driving excitement in a versatile hatchback design. The all-new 2010 GTI ushers in the sixth generation of Volkswagen’s “hot hatch” lineage, and continues the evolution of an award-winning formula that has impressed driving enthusiasts across the globe. [click to continue...]

With new ownership under Fiat, and confused snazzy new commercials for the Jeep brand, its only right to expect that the Italian auto maker will be drawing up plans for a new and improved SUV lineup.  The only real brand worth anything in the Chrysler group, Fiat needs to tread lightly.  A great reputation, and strong overseas potential could mean big business if managed correctly.  Here’s what they’re thinking for the next few years: [click to continue...]

Nissan Motor Co., Ltd. today announced the release of the latest version of the Nissan GT-R, which goes on sale on December 7th at Nissan dealers nationwide in Japan. The updated GT-R receives a number of enhancements, including a revised navigation system, recalibrated suspension settings and an improved-flow catalyst system. It is scheduled to go on sale in other global markets beginning next spring. [click to continue...]

Rally racing, EVO, WRX, all-wheel drive, Stratos, and guys with hard to pronounce Swedish names are all things that do little to bring Mustangs to mind, but they have more in common than you might think. For the most part, Mustangs are associated with drag racing and some road racing, most recently chalking up overall wins at the 2009 SCCA Speed World Challenge and the Grand-Am Koni Challenge series just a few weeks ago. So while the Mustang and motorsport are definitely no strangers, rally racing in particular is something that may need more of an intro. [click to continue...]