BMW has announced the pricing for the all-new 2013 640i Gran Coupe will start at $76,895. This includes the $895 destination and handling fee for the twin-turbo six-cylinder powered-coupe. The Gran Coupe will be arriving at dealerships later this summer and will be joined by a V-8 variant at the ... Read more
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Coupe or sedan? Two doors or four? Technically irrelevant. The Society of Automotive Engineers (SAE) officially distinguishes a coupe from a sedan by size! A couple has less than 33 cubic feet of interior space, while a sedan is larger. What other tidbits of car curiosities would you like to know? Then hang out where our automotive experts write most fun and refreshing blog posts to tickle your fancy. Don’t forget to post comments to us so we’ll know what’s on your mind, and be sure to pass your favorite posts over to your friends and social media chums.
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BMW Announces Pricing on All-New 2013 640i Gran Coupe
We Hear: Some Jaguar C-X75 Hybrid’s Getting Gas-Powered Turbine Engine
Tata Motors, parent company of Jaguar, has announced the latest step in building the Jaguar C-X75 hybrid supercar with the opening of a gasoline engine factory for the hybrid supercar. The Bland Jets Engineering facility in Coventry England will employ 15 people and house all the necessary equipment needed to ... Read more
Audi Set to Release Second-Generation R8 for 2014
When Audi launched the R8, a racecar turned production vehicle in 2006, company execs knew customers would want it. Turns out they were right. The Audi R8 supercar has found 15,537 worldwide owners since its debut in 2006, not including 2011. While the much anticipated second-generation Audi R8 is still ... Read more
Hyundai Unveils Elantra Coupe and GT at Chicago Auto Show
The Hyundai Elantra is a great compact car, and it's a great-selling compact car. So, why would the Korean automaker tinker with success and introduce two new models--the sexy Elantra Coupe and European-derived Elantra GT hatchback? Because one can never have too much of a good thing, that's why. Yes, this ... Read more
Maserati Adding Smaller Quattroporte with a Diesel Engine
Many auto makers are adding a diesel engine option to its lineup and apparently the one percent deserves a diesel alternative too. Maserati will be offering a smaller Quattroporte (nicknamed the "Maseratina" for the time being) powered by a diesel engine responsible for over 300 horsepower. A V-6 gasoline engine ... Read more
2013 Nissan 370Z Shown Off at Chicago Auto Show with a New Face
Usually when a vehicle reaches its third year in production, you can expect a refresh to be right around the corner. The 2013 Nissan 370Z is no different and the Japanese auto maker is looking to capitalize on an unusually quiet Chicago Auto Show this week. Nissan has decided to ... Read more
Marchionne Issuing Bonuses a Month Early for Chrysler Employees
Since coming to terms on an agreement five months ago, Chrysler and the United Auto Worker's union have been able to work so well together, the pentastar's workers are being rewarded for their duties with an early payday. Chrysler is coming off its first net profit ($183 million) in fifteen years ... Read more
Land Rover Dealers Demand More Evoques
Months after its initial launch, the Land Rover Range Rover Evoque is still in high demand, and dealers are struggling to fill orders. It may not be the dealerships' fault however: Some are crying foul because of where they are located in the United States. This could spell trouble for ... Read more
Jaguar Considers Adding More Power to the XFR While the XKR-S Has all the Fun
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Hyundai and Kia Continue Record Setting Trend; Paced by Sonata and American-Made Optima
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Michelin Releases New Easy Grip Composite Snow Chains
Michelin, the French tire marker, has released a new composite snow chain set to the public. The Easy Grip chains are made of a light-weight material which Michelin claims provide a smooth and quiet ride with no vibration. However, where the Easy Grip snow chains really shine is at low speeds ... Read more
Week In Review: January 23-27
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Auto Makers Have Fewer Differences According to Consumers, Survey
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Chrysler Planning New 200, Dodge Avenger, Jeep Compass and Liberty Based On 2013 Dodge Dart
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2013 Nissan GT-R Goes Faster, Costs More at $97,820
No one ever said going fast was cheap. But if you remember back to 2008 when the Nissan GT-R was more than $20,000 cheaper than its 2013 base price of $97,820, including $1000 for destination and handling, you might wonder what’s changed in the last five years to warrant such ... Read more
Volkswagen to Debut TDI Beetle At Chicago Auto Show
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Video of the Day: Welcome to Jaguar’s Jungle
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2012 Detroit Auto Show: Toyota to Debut NS4 Plug-in Hybrid
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Video of the Day: Lotus Teases New Esprit, V-8 Engine Made In-House
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2012 Detroit Auto Show: 2013 Honda Accord Coupe Concept to Debut
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The Last of Its Kind: Production Halted For Mercedes-Benz SL-Class
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Safety Advocates Lobby to Fine Honda Over Airbag Recalls
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