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Mitsubishi will build Concept-cX SUV

- posted: 20.07.08
http://www.autoblog.com/2008/07/10/mitsubishi-will-build-concept-cx-suv/ Filed under: Concept Cars, Frankfurt Auto Show, SUVs, Crossovers/CUVs, MitsubishiClick above for a high-res gallery of the Concept-cXIt comes as no surprise that Mitsubishi will be making a production version of the Concept-cX SUV first shown at last year's Frankfurt Motor Show. The design was well received and will slot right beneath the Outlander in size and price. Equipped with a new 1.8-liter, Euro 5-compliant Clean Diesel four-cylinder turbo engine, the cute 'ute will be the new flag-bearer for Mitsu's green efforts. Borrowing the twin-clutch SST transmission and all-wheel-drive platform from the latest Evo aims to put the 'sport' back in the Sport Utility Vehicle.While the new SUV and Mitsubishi's line of Clean Diesel engines is a lock for the European market, we are still waiting for an announcement regarding what other markets the cX will be headed to and what other engine options will be available.Gallery: Mitsubishi Concept-cX[Source: Car Central] Read | Permalink | Email this | Comments

BMW working on M3 CSL with 470 hp

- posted: 20.07.08
http://www.autoblog.com/2008/07/16/2010-bmw-m3-csl-in-the-works-packing-470-hp/ Filed under: Frankfurt Auto Show, Coupes, Euro, BMWClick above for a high-res gallery of the 2008 BMW M3.The rumormongers at AutoZeitung are reporting that BMW plans to unveil a stripped-out, track-ready M3 at the 2009 Frankfurt Motor Show. The E90-based M3 CSL will use many of the same tricks BMW employed on the E46 model in an effort to shave the coupe's curb weight. Luxuries like air conditioning, stereo and navigation won't be included, while the hood, bumper, trunk and fenders will all be swapped out in favor of carbon fiber pieces.In addition to keeping the pounds down, BMW will reportedly boost the output of the M3 CSL by an additional 50 horsepower, for a total of 470 bhp. That should allow the E90 CSL run to 60 in around four seconds, on its way to a top speed of around 185 mph.Production of the 2010 BMW M3 CSL will be limited to 100 units and pricing is estimated at 90,000 euro, or just over $140k.Gallery: 2008 BMW M3[Source: AutoZeitung via EGMCarTech] Read | Permalink | Email this | Comments

McCain's Battery Proposal Draws Critics

- posted: 20.07.08
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Republican presidential candidate John McCain's proposal to create a $300 million prize to spur development of a more efficient battery to power future hybrids and electric cars continues to generate buzz today.  Political opponents and energy-industry analysts have begun to weigh on in the plan, and opinions are mixed. USA Today reports, "Historians said the offer of a multimillion-dollar prize appears to be a presidential campaign first. Author Rick Shenkman, ...

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AAA Warns Against Hypermiling

- posted: 20.07.08
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As gas prices skyrocket, Americans are increasingly studying the techniques of a fringe group of drivers who work to maximize their fuel efficiency -- so-called "hypermilers."  Now, a major automotive group has warned motorists against the trend. The Orlando Sentinel reports, "The AAA auto club issued a warning this morning that some gas-savings techniques being popularized through a 'hypermiling' fad can be dangerous and should be avoided."  While AAA says ...

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States Offering Cash for Clunkers

- posted: 20.07.08
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What would it take to get you out of that 1992 Explorer? Canada will gladly trade you a bike for it. California might give you $1,500. Texas might offer up to $3,500. The Detroit News reports, "Some U.S. states and Canada are boosting efforts to get older, dirtier cars off the roads." Texas has begun a new, $45 million "Drive a Clean Machine" initiative "that offers up to $3,500 toward ...

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Gas Prices Crimp 4th of July Travel Plans

- posted: 20.07.08
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Going anywhere for the holiday weekend?  If you're like most Americans, you're probably staying close to home.  According to USA Today, "AAA predicts that skyrocketing gas prices will keep people closer to home. Gas prices hit another record Wednesday when the average cost for a gallon of regular peaked at $4.09, AAA spokesman Troy Green says. 'A year ago, we were looking at $2.95,' he says." CBS News adds, "For ...

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Michigan, Other States Ponder Lower Speed Limits

- posted: 20.07.08
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High gas prices may force drivers to slow down -- right in the back yard of the big three domestic automakers. The Detroit Free Press reports that some Michigan officials "have floated an idea tossed out a few years ago like bad 1970s bell-bottoms: reducing speed limits to conserve fuel." Michigan Governor Jennifer Granholm (D) hasn't embraced or rejected the notion, and Michigan lawmakers have not moved to adjust their ...

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iPhone 3G Buyers Face Long Lines and a Frustrating Setup

- posted: 20.07.08
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If you got a full night of rest last night, you were probably in the minority. Although the frenzy didn't reach the pitch of the original iPhone release, many techies choose to stand, sit and sleep on line last night for the new iPhone 3G. But sleepiness hasn't been the only problem some new users have faced. Initial plans were to activate the 3G in-store, a procedure that could take ...

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Obama Declines to Sponsor NASCAR Team

- posted: 20.07.08
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Contrary to earlier reports, Democratic presidential candidate Barack Obama has declined to sponsor a NASCAR team. A BAM Racing spokesman told the AP that late last week, the team "made a sponsorship proposal to the Democratic presidential hopeful's campaign, and has made similar proposals to the campaign of Republican John McCain and at least one third-party candidate." Early reports Friday said a deal had been signed, but Obama spokesman Bill ...

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Mystery Car on Transformers Movie Set -- is it the 2012 Corvette?

- posted: 20.07.08
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Automakers traditionally reveal new car designs at auto shows.  The events, staged in large convention centers in a handful of cities between early fall and spring, are open first to the media and then to the general public.  Automakers reveal new car designs there, as well as "concept cars" -- usually empty shells of cars, without working parts, built as design studies that may, or may not, inform future car ...

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