Car News – Audi e-Tron to go under R4 nameplate

October 15th, 2009
Audi e-Tron Concept

Audi e-Tron Concept

Audi recently announced that a version of the Audi e-Tron Concept will be headed to production under the rumored R4 nameplate.  In addition to the all-electric version, it will also come in a few gas models.
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Car News – Nissan to release next-gen GT-R by 2013.

October 5th, 2009
Nissan GT-R is going to get some upgrades done.

Nissan GT-R

When the Nissan GT-R hit the market, it revolutionized the market with it’s power and performance.  However, it was announced that this powerhouse will be getting a new upgrade when the next-generation GT-R hits the market in 2013.
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Car News – MP4-12C to be sold in U.S., McLaren announces regional directors

October 1st, 2009
2011 McLaren MP4-12C

2011 McLaren MP4-12C

McLaren Automotive announced on Wednesday that it will be setting up several different global markets.  One of these locations include North America.  There is also confirmation that the MP4-12C, which was a huge hit at the Frankfurt Auto Show, will be available in the U.S. as well.
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Car News – Volkswagen to take 10 percent stake in Suzuki

September 22nd, 2009
Volkswagen will take a 10 percent stake in Suzuki.  What do they have planned?

Volkswagen will take a 10 percent stake in Suzuki. What do they have planned?

In an interesting move, Volkswagen has reported that they will be taking a 10 percent stake in Suzuki by the end of the year.  Volkswagen recently closed the deal with ownership of Porsche, so one has to ask why take a stake in this company?
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Car News – 2010 Aston Martin Rapide in production form.

September 15th, 2009
2010 Aston Martin Rapide

2010 Aston Martin Rapide

About three years ago, Aston Martin unveiled a concept version of a luxury sedan which was called the Rapide.  Today, that car finally made it to a production version.  Designed to compete with the Porsche Panamera, it’s expected to be the most expensive and exclusive luxury sports sedan on the market when it’s hits dealership lots.
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