More Jaguar Models To Get ‘R-S’ and ‘R-S GT’ Fangs

By on May 9, 2013 in News

News like this gives gearheads the world over reason to rejoice. Jaguar will reportedly be creating more high performance “R-S” and “R-S GT” models of both current and future cars. Similar in philosophy to the manic Black Series range from Mercedes-Benz and the M-cars from BMW, Jaguar’s R-S and R-S GT packages will bestow increasingly higher levels of performance to each model.

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Fiesta Hatchback Bringing New Buyers To Ford Brand

By on May 9, 2013 in News

Even though the 2013 Ford Fiesta is not as strong in overall sales as Ford first thought it would be when it arrived on our shores a few years ago, the tiny subcompact is succeeding in bringing in new customers for the company which should please the company as it fights for a sizable slice of the subcompact car market.

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Volkswagen Unveils “Design Vision GTI” Concept

By on May 8, 2013 in News

With the 2013 Worthersee Volkswagen Tuning Group Festival fast approaching, Volkswagen has unveiled several teaser sketches of its “Design Vision GTI” concept, a unique one of a kind GTI (first reported here a few days back) that showcases the pinnacle of styling and performance for the brands iconic hot hatchback as well as what could be in store for future models.

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SMMT Test Day 2013: Part II

SMMT Test Day 2013: Part II

By on May 7, 2013 in Features

Continuing from Part I of the SMMT Test Day 2013 series, where I test drive the 2013 Hyundai Veloster Turbo, the 2013 Honda Civic 1.6 i-DTEC, the 2013 Toyota Auris Hybrid, the 2013 Toyota GT86 and the Toyota AE86.

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SMMT Test Day 2013: Part I

SMMT Test Day 2013: Part I

By on May 6, 2013 in Features

I was pleasantly surprised to be invited to the 2013 Test Day of the Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders (SMMT), given our relatively minor presence among the British press. It is a great step for Autosavant, a golden opportunity to network with motor manufacturers as well as to drive the latest cars in the market.

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Get More for Your Money: Seven Tips for Getting the Best New Car Deal

By on May 6, 2013 in Sponsored

If you’re like most people, you probably love the idea of getting a new car, but hate the process that makes it all possible. Whether it’s the fact that negotiations aren’t really your strong suit or you feel like the deck is just stacked against you (the dealers have something you want and you all know it), that feeling of dread is actually pretty common – and can easily be overcome. All you need to do is learn how to play the game.

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Five Affordable Crossovers & Full-Size SUVs

By on May 4, 2013 in Sponsored

If you need a vehicle that offers passenger space, cargo space and true versatility, a crossover or SUV may be just what you’ve been looking for. But if you’re on a budget (and really, who isn’t?) are these vehicles truly affordable?  Yes – in fact, every crossover on the list below starts at $30,000 or less, and all of the full-sized SUVs start at less than $45,000. Plus, all of the vehicles offer a wide range of options and upgrades if you’re able to go above the base models – and many automakers offer incredible new car deals on vehicles with the features you want most.

According to U.S. News & World Report, some of the most affordable crossovers and large SUVs available in 2013 include:

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Porsche Unveils 2014 911 Turbo and Turbo S Variants

By on May 4, 2013 in News

Just in time for the 911 Turbo’s 40th anniversary, Porsche has decided to give its loyal customers and fans a special present for this important milestone by unveiling the 2014 Porsche 911 Turbo and Turbo S models which will both serve as the range-topping performance models in the 911 model family.

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2014 Chevrolet Corvette Stingray To Serve As Pace Car For Indy 500

By on May 2, 2013 in News

Following the release of several spyshots earlier this week, Chevrolet has officially confirmed that the 2014 Chevrolet Corvette Stingray will indeed be the official pace car of the 97th annual Indianapolis 500 which will take place later this month.

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Volkswagen To Showcase Potent GTI Variant At Worthersee

By on May 2, 2013 in News

Following closely on the heels of sister division Audi and its recent unveiling of the lightweight TT Ultra Quattro Concept, Volkswagen has revealed that it will be bringing a more potent version of its GTI hatchback to the annual Worthersee Volkswagen Tuning Group Festival later this month.

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