Archive for February 2007
Four-Door Sports Cars?
February 28, 2007
Sure, we all expect powerful, elegant sedans from the likes of Mercedes Benz, BMW, Audi and now even Maserati. But do we need super sedans from companies such as Porsche and Aston Martin? Mercedes is trying to position their CLS as a "four-door coupe." Porsche is trying the same thing with their upcoming 2009 Panamera. Aston Martin is doing it with their new flagship, the Rapide. Will anyone buy a four-door coupe from Porsche or Aston Martin? Porsche is betting on it, having invested more than $1.2 billion in the new front-engine, rear-drive platform and expects to sell 20,000 units per year. Read More »
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Daimler Desperate to Ditch Chrysler?
February 27, 2007
It's no secret that Daimler is looking to sell off its money losing Chrysler unit and said they would even consider taking stock in lieu of all cash if GM was interested. What would this mean for the competition between GM and Chrysler if they merged? Read More »
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EPA to Change How Gas Mileage is Calculated.
February 27, 2007
A lot of things have changed since the EPA created a way to calculate gas mileage 20 years ago. Road conditions are different, highways speeds have increased and nearly every car now comes with A/C as standard equipment. 2008 will bring a change that will be more accurate to real-world driving conditions, so expect ratings to drop an average 2-4 MPG. Read More »
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Roush Announces the Release of the Stage 3 BlackJack Mustang.
February 27, 2007
Limited to only 100 examples, the BlackJack is a black-on-black 2007 Mustang GT that starts off as a Stage 3 Roush, and then is further upgraded to Jack's specs. The BlackJack boasts 430 HP via a ROUSHcharger and smaller pulley to boost the PSI. Further enhancements include 38lb injectors, intercooler, Roush ECM calibration, Stage 3 suspension, 14" brakes, electroluminescent gauges and a black shifter ball.
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