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2013 Maserati Granturismo MC Stradale (video)
Maserati’s new 2013 GranTurismo MC Stradale is quite the “looker”. It’s sporting the addition of a set of rear seats. A previous version only had two seats. Under the carbon fiber hood is Ferrari’s 4.7 liter V8, 460-HP, a 6-speed automatic sport transmission and tops out at 188mph, which is more than acceptable for a family sedan. The exterior from the previous GranTurismo [...]
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Check out the FloWire Charging Cable by USB Sock-IT
If you’re looking for a kick-ass stocking stuffer, look no further. A company called 8G Electronics, with their USB Sock-IT brand of products, has just announced it’s FloWire charging cable. Beautifully designed and even more spectacular in person, this sucker illuminates flowing lights that actually show you the charging cycle.
The lights flow fast when it just starts to charge; [...]
With ShaveTech USB you can enjoy the newest standard in shaving
For those who need to have a baby-smooth face while on the road ShaveTech USB is designed especially to especially help in this regard. It is much expected that the tool will revolutionize the shaving experience all over the world. It is an innovative electric razor that enjoys unique, fashion, and sleek design make it a must have tool for every guy whether he is at home or on the go. The company [...]
Honda Civic 1.6 i-DTEC
here has always been a gaping hole in the Honda Civic range – a sub 100g/km CO2 diesel to rival the Volkswagen Golf BlueMotion and Ford Focus ECOnetic. But finally, the Japanese firm is about to start building the 1.6-litre i-DTEC model at its Swindon plant, and Auto Express was granted an early first drive of the new car.
Thanks to the use of lightweight, low friction internal components [...]
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Skoda Rapid 1.2 TSI
The Skoda Rapid can trace its roots all the way back to the thirties, but it’s been nearly 30 years since a model wearing that badge was available in UK dealers. With the new Rapid now on sale, has it been worth the wait?
It’s designed to slot into the Skoda range between the Fabia supermini and soon-to-be-replaced Octavia, and is a practical, no-nonsense and affordable family car. This [...]
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Hot Motorcycle Gadgets for This Holiday Season
New gear and innovative gadgets have hit the world of motorcycles just in time for holiday shopping. Get the best gift for the lady rider on your shopping list this year by following our guide to the latest trends in motorcycle gear and lifestyle — or indulge in some new things for yourself.
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Go Pro Cameras are perfect for the adventurer in your life. Their cameras and mounts are specifically [...]
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MINI Cooper S Paceman
The Paceman is the seventh bodystyle to join the ever-growingMINI line-up, and the company claims it’s more than just aCountryman with two doors.
Brand manager Kay Segler said: “We didn’t call it the ‘Countryman Coupe’ as this is a character on its own. This is a Paceman.”
That attitude reveals itself in the looks. Sure, it has the same front-end styling as the Countryman, but from [...]
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Lamborghini Aventador Roadster revealed
This is the Lamborghini Aventador LP700-4 Roadster, which the firm hopes will build on the success of the Aventador Coupe, of which more than 1,300 have been sold worldwide.
The Roadster is available to order at any Lamborghini dealership worldwide, for 300,000 Euro plus taxes. This means it costs around £288,000 in the UK at today’s exchange rate – £34,800 more than the Coupe.
For that [...]
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New SEAT Leon
If you like the idea of a new VW Golf or an Audi A3 but fancy something a little less German, the new SEAT Leon could be right up your street.
Designed, developed and built at the firm’s factory in Martorell, just outside Barcelona, the Leon injects a little Spanish flair into theVolkswagen Group’s new modular MQB platform that underpins all three of these cars.
For the five-door Leon, SEAT has [...]
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The BMW 330d Touring goes head-to-head with its Mercedes and Audi rivals
The ever-growing glut of crossovers, SUVs and MPVs means that traditional compact family estates are often overlooked. Yet these practical and handsome machines are every bit as family friendly and desirable as their fashionable rivals – especially when they feature a premium badge on the bonnet.
BMW is certainly hoping its all-new 3 Series Touring can make a big splash in this market. The car [...]
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New Maserati Quattroporte unveiled
These are the first pictures of the all-new Maserati Quattroporte, which havw been released ahead of the car’s public debut at the 2013 Detroit Motor Show in January.
The firm’s CEO, Harald Wester, has said that the new Quattroporte is key to Maserati’s planned “industrial growth that will see our presence in the world rise to 50,000 units a year by 2015.” A figure that’s considerably [...]
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New Jaguar F-Type unveiled at Paris Motor Show 2012
Jaguar unveiled the covers off its new F-Type at a special bash in Paris, giving onlookers an exclusive first-glimpse at its new two-seater, which boasts a rich heritage and plenty of muscle under the bonnet.
Building on the success of the XK coupé, the F-Type comes packing a raft of smarts, both in the cabin and under the hood, as well as a design that catapults it into the twenty-first century, [...]
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Porsche Boxster 2013
Equipped with a 2.7-liter flat-six engine with Direct Fuel Injection (DFI) and VarioCam Plus, the new Boxster, with a six-speed manual gearbox, accelerates from 0 to 60 mph in 5.5 seconds and reaches a top track speed of 164 mph.
The concentration of mass close to the center of the vehicle and the low center of gravity produce extraordinary agility and cornering dynamics, and thanks to the selective [...]
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NO PARKİNG ACCİDENTS WITH NISSAN’S PEDAL MISAPPLICATION PREVENTION TECHNOLOGY
NO PARKİNG ACCİDENTS WITH NISSAN’S PEDAL MISAPPLICATION PREVENTION TECHNOLOGY
Good news for those who have difficulty in parking their cars without problems. Nissan Motor Co Ltd. has announced that it will employ a function to prevent a driver from pressing down an accelerator pedal instead of a brake pedal by mistake for its Elgrand minivan in 2012.
By using four cameras and an ultrasonic [...]
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HONDA ACCORD 2013
2013 Honda Accord
2013 Honda Accord shows once again that Honda has a very stubborn characteristic. As Honda is always on its own way, you will see only minimalistic aesthetic changes in its new car. Under its new skin,though not changed dramatically, the Accord carries on generations of hallmark qualities, from fuel economy, to interior space and to value. And its reliability and longeviity [...]
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2014 Acura RLX Ready To Make Its Auto Show Debut
The exciting debut of 2014 concept and production vehicles at auto shows around the world is expected to showcase new technology, great new designs and improvements on previous vehicles. The Acura RLX has made its concept car debut in New York’s auto show, but is expected to make a production debut in Los Angeles. The expectations for the vehicle are high based on the changes in the concept [...]
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Ford Flex 2013
Ford Flex 2013 combines clever technology with 90-degree angles in a boxy and retro style.
This spacious car offers bulky cargo and plenty of space for passengers while it can also be equipped with additional optional features regarding driver aid and safety tech. If you are looking for a large vehicle with a big space and bulky cargo, Ford Flex 2013 may be the perfect choice to make. Thanks to its [...]
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2015 Ford Mustang
Ford will give its 2015 model year Mustang a substantial renovation with very futuristic styling cues and a new powertrain engine. The next-gen Mustang will ditch its retro styling that it has had for a while in favor of a new design that’s actually inspired by the all-new Fusion sedan. The Mustang for 2015 will feature many new styling cues in order to attract younger buyers, with many already [...]
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2013 BMW Mini Countryman John Cooper Works All4
Mini has introduced the 2013 Countryman John Cooper Works All4, which has some sporty looks and all-terrain traction. This new Mini edition will go for $35,550 when they hit dealerships soon, and the model is the first AWD model with the JCW name.
The Mini Crossover has a turbocharged 1.6-liter engine that pushes out 208 hp and 198 lb.-ft. of torque. It sits on a set of 18-inch wheels, [...]
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Aston Martin 2013 DB9
Aston Martin will be debutingits 2013 DB9 model and will stop making its Virage model. The Virage was Aston Martin’s version between the previous DB9 and the now gone DBS. Now the new DB9 merges the Virage’s styling elements, as seen in its front fascia, and features some engine and chassis tweaks that were originally developed for the Vanquish. Aston Martin also says it the DB9 will [...]
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VAIS Technology annouces iVIC (video)
VAIS Technology has a new product out called the iVICi system, which is an in-car media interfaces that transforms your Android phone into a complete entertainment system. VAIS specializes in integrating devices into in-car navigation systems. The iVIC (in-Vehicle Infotainment Center) for Android is compatible with most Toyota and Lexus models from 2006 onward. Phone-wise, it supports [...]
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Rolls-Royce limited edition Phantom Coupe Aviator (video)
The Rolls-Royce Phantom Coupe Aviator recently shown at Pebble Beach is a limited edition model, inspired by the Rolls-Royce engined Supermarine aircraft of the 1930s; a precursor to the iconic Spitfire and from a time when cars and aircraft engines were actually made by the same company.
“Our founding forefather Charles Stewart Rolls was a pioneer who pushed the boundaries of motoring [...]
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Chrysler Wireless Charging System
Chrysler’s Mopar division is planning to be the first car manufacturer to eliminate power cords from cars. The company announced its new in-vehicle wireless charging technology, which will be available in the 2013 Dodge Dart.
“At Mopar, we look for every single opportunity to make our customers’ lives easier,”said Pietro Gorlier, President and CEO of Mopar, Chrysler Group LLC’s [...]
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Devium DASH iPhone Car Stereo
While we’ve seen car stereos designed to hold iPhones in the dash, they’re usually limited to fit only the current generation iPhone only. If you have an Android device or are waiting for the next generation iPhone, you are usually out of luck fitting your current smartphone into products like these. Until now. Introducing the DASH from Devium.
Unlike other smartphone [...]
Mobileye 5-Series Preview
We take the open highway for granted, especially when we’re operating a 4000-lb automobile. I don’t think I need to tell anyone that accidents happen every day, many of which are avoidable if today’s drivers paid a bit more attention to the road and not their smartphone or radio. How nice would it be to have a copilot monitoring your driving behavior, and provide you [...]
JBL® MS-2 Plug-and-Play Digital Music Accessory Dramatically Improves Any Car Stereo System
JBL’s Quick, Easy Fix to Car Audio
Pump up the volume in any car stereo system with JBL’s MS-2, a groundbreaking car audio accessory that automatically optimizes your car stereo to improve listening experience. The JBL MS-2 uses digital signal processing to create clearer, more powerful sound from existing speakers in any car, making it the perfect iPod, iPhone or Android™ [...]
How Car Gadgets Improve the Landscape of the Auto Industry
The past few years have seen a big influx of car gadgets, and many consumers will not consider even the best looking car if it doesn’t have the gadgets and technology they need. Simply put, people are hooked on gadgets, gizmos and all sorts of tech for their cars and trucks. From music – to Bluetooth – to GPS – to onboard PCs, the automobile’s primary attraction [...]
The Oxygen Audio™ O CAR review
The First Car Radio Specially Built for the iPhone® Now Available in the US
If you use your iPhone in the car as your music source like I do, but can’t stand the sub-par bluetooth connection or the entangled cables that pipes your music into your car stereo system, you should look at the Oxygen Audio O Car. This thing has been all over gadget news. Essentially, it turns [...]
TomTom Launches First Nav Device with Apps from Yelp, TripAdvisor, Expedia & Twitter
New Gadgets: The TomTom GO LIVE 1535 has HD Traffic, which is the most accurate reporting available, capturing more of the actual traffic jams than ever before
TomTom recently announced the GO LIVE 1535, the world’s first portable navigation device to feature apps from Yelp, TripAdvisor, Expedia and Twitter, all designed for safe use on the road. This is the latest in their line [...]
News from Apple: iPhone 5 coming September; iPad 3 will have better display
Apple is planning to launch the iPhone 5 this September, according to reports. The latest specs for the iPhone 5 include a dual-core A5 processor and an 8-megapixel camera. The reports also suggest that Apple is currently testing a new version of the iPad with a higher-resolution display. The report goes on to claim that the resolution on the new iPad Apple is testing is about one-third higher [...]
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