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Chrysler Returns to China with Premiere of Chrysler 300 Ruyi Design Concept

April 30, 2012 / Featured, Industry News

The Chrysler brand announced its return to the China market at the 2012 Beijing International Automotive Exhibition. To commemorate this important occasion, Chrysler unveiled the 300 Ruyi design concept, a vehicle based on the innovative Chrysler 300C sedan and catering to the tastes of Chinese customers. The ruyi and its significance in Chinese tradition inspired designers in creating the unique concept vehicle especially for China. Ruyi means “as one wishes” and takes the form of a curved decorative object, like [...]

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Jeep Wrangler “Dragon” Design Concept

April 28, 2012 / Featured, Industry News

The Jeep® brand introduced the Jeep Wrangler “Dragon” design concept at the 2012 Beijing International Automotive Exhibition. The concept integrates two icons together in one: the Wrangler, as the off-road icon of the Jeep brand, and the honored Chinese dragon. Belief holds that both possess incredible capabilities, making them a perfect combination. According to the Chinese Zodiac, this is the Year of the Dragon, which is held with high regard in Chinese culture. The dragon symbolizes strength and power and [...]

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Subaru to debut 2013 Outback and Legacy in New York

March 30, 2012 / Featured, Industry News

Subaru of America, Inc. today announced that it will debut the re-styled 2013 Subaru Legacy at the 2012 New York International Auto Show. The 2013 Legacy is powered by either a 3.6-liter H6 or a new, more efficient 2.5-liter four-cylinder powertrain and debuts revised styling as well as the new EyeSight driver-assist system. Chassis enhancements improve both ride quality and agility in the 2013 Legacy, which also offers new amenities and audio capabilities. The 2013 Subaru Legacy features a new, [...]

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Jeep and Mopar Unveil Six New Vehicles for the 46th Annual Moab Easter Jeep Safari

March 27, 2012 / Featured, Industry News

The brands have created six new vehicles – all featuring a host of Jeep Authentic Parts and Accessories – for the annual Easter Jeep Safari in Moab, Utah. Now in its 46th year and taking place March 31 – April 8, the Easter Jeep Safari will be attended by thousands of die-hard off-road enthusiasts looking to enjoy a week of wheeling on some of the country’s most renowned and challenging trails. Mopar also announced the creation of an off-road division [...]

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New 2012 Dodge Challenger Rallye Redline

March 26, 2012 / Featured, Industry News

Evolving into the largest homecoming of modern Dodge rear-wheel-drive performance cars, the seventh annual Spring Festival of LXs marked the perfect opportunity to reveal the new 2012 Dodge Challenger Rallye Redline. With its powerful and efficient 305 horsepower engine, paddle-shifting transmission, performance suspension designed to maximize the muscle car’s near 50/50 weight distribution for improved handling, and all-new red hot styling enhancements — this new Challenger delivers exactly what Dodge fans want. “Infused with Dodge DNA, the new Challenger Rallye [...]

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Dodge Enters Global RallyCross With All-new Dodge Dart and Travis Pastrana

March 26, 2012 / Featured, Industry News

Dodge and SRT Motorsports announced today an all-new 2013 Dodge Dart rally car piloted by four-time Rally America Champion and 17-time X Games Gold Medalist Travis Pastrana will compete in the 2012 Global RallyCross Championship (GRC) Series. “At Dodge, racing is an integral part of our heritage and embodies our competitive spirit, so we’re very excited to announce the next chapter in racing for Dodge with our all-new Dodge Dart,” said Reid Bigland, President and CEO - Dodge Brand. “The [...]

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Mitsubishi Motors to Enter i-MiEV Prototype in 2012 Pikes Peak International Hill Climb

March 1, 2012 / Industry News

Mitsubishi Motors Corporation (MMC) will enter the i-MiEV Prototype in the 2012 edition (July of the legendary Pikes Peak International Hill Climb held annually in Colorado in the United States. The i-MiEV Prototype is a prototype based on the MMC's all-electric i-MiEV model, the first 100% electric vehicle (EV) to go into mass production and is already on the road in Japan, Europe and North America, with plans to expand to other markets. The i-MiEV Prototype is to be driven [...]

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Weksos Industries Presents: WEKFEST SAN FRANCISCO IV

February 20, 2012 / Events, Featured

Big thanks to Chris and PlusONE crew for having us at WekFest! Photos by : EmotiveImage

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The 2012 BMW M6

February 12, 2012 / Featured, Industry News

The iconic M6 returns from a two year hiatus more powerful, more athletic, more focused, more luxurious and more efficient than ever before. Since the “M6” badge was first placed on a BMW back in 1987, this iconic model has exemplified the luxury and daily usability of a top range BMW coupe combined with true super-car performance. Now, in its 3rd generation, the all-new BMW M6 will again be offered as a 4-seat Coupe and Convertible. The new 2012 BMW [...]

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Converse x Gorillaz 2012

February 10, 2012 / Product Releases

Today, CONVERSE Inc. unveiled four distinct design concepts for the newest footwear collaboration with the world-famous virtual band, Gorillaz. Launching in February 2012, the styles from the Spring 2012 collection combine the iconic Chuck Taylor All Star silhouette with the band’s legendary graphic images. Award-winning designer and Gorillaz co-creator Jamie Hewlett has designed exclusive prints incorporating elements from their ground breaking artwork. Each design melds their diverse backgrounds and unique influences to create a revolutionary collection. The partnership with Gorillaz [...]

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Prepare for Takeoff with Launch of AIR JORDAN 2012

February 8, 2012 / Featured, Product Releases

Today, Jordan Brand, a division of NIKE, Inc., unveiled the AIR JORDAN 2012, the 27th shoe in the AIR JORDAN franchise. The all-new AIR JORDAN 2012 is designed to encourage today’s athletes to rethink performance. This year’s model builds upon the AIR JORDAN 2011’s two midsole modular system by featuring two interchangeable inner sleeves and three interchangeable midsoles for performance customization. The AIR JORDAN 2012 DELUXE will be available in two colorways nationwide on Wednesday, February 8 for a suggested [...]

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2012 Washington Auto Show

February 7, 2012 / Events, Featured

The Washington Auto Show is the starting point of the automotive year in the D.C. area. The event was held at the Walter E. Washington Convention Center between January 27th and February 5th giving spectators a chance to see everything new in the industry. Fans were treated to a variety of cars including the Ford EVOS Concept, the New Subaru BRZ and a series of exotics from Lamborghini and Ferrari. FIAT appeared to continue their popularity in D.C. with their [...]

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2012 Montreal International Auto Show

January 31, 2012 / Events, Featured

The Canadian auto show circuit kicked off in Montreal with the 44th Edition of the Montreal International Auto Show. As like previous years the MIAS hosted manufacturers from around the world to showcase the latest and greatest in the automotive industry. The 10 day show gave over 205,000 spectators a chance to check out all the new cars under one roof and even peek at some vehicles of their dreams and the future. A few of the unveilings that stood [...]

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Volkswagen E-Bugster Concept

January 9, 2012 / Industry News

Volkswagen’s iconic Beetle has been redefined for the 21st century. Now, it has been further reinvented as a concept car for the future: the pure electric E-Bugster. What’s in a Name? The name “E-Bugster” is a combination of “E” for electric, “Bug,” the American nickname for the Beetle, and “speedster,” which typically describes an open-top two-seater. Although the E-Bugster concept is clearly not a convertible, it sports the typical speedster profile of shallow windows and a low, dramatic roofline. Blue-e-motion [...]

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Chevrolet Introduces Two Concept Coupes

January 9, 2012 / Industry News

Chevrolet today introduced two concept coupes at the 2012 North American International Auto Show aimed at inspiring next-generation buyers to take the wheel and suggest ideas for a car they can co-create. “Chevrolet has always stood for making the aspirational attainable for all generations” said General Motors North America President Mark Reuss. “These two concepts interpret that vision for a new generation. We’re seeking out our newest customers’ opinions, listening to their advice, and engaging them in new ways.” According [...]

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Chrysler 200 Super S by Mopar

January 3, 2012 / Industry News

Chrysler Group LLC’s Mopar brand set its sights on the 2012 Chrysler 200. The Chrysler 200 Super S by Mopar is a rolling showcase for the latest Mopar exterior parts that will be available for the 200 sedan in 2012. The Chrysler 200 Super S by Mopar will debut at the 2012 North American International Auto Show. “The Super S is Mopar’s interpretation of the Chrysler 200,” said Pietro Gorlier, President and CEO of Mopar, Chrysler Group LLC’s service, parts [...]

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2012 Chrysler 300 Luxury Series

December 29, 2011 / Industry News

Designed to be the most luxurious and fuel-efficient Chrysler flagship sedan ever, the 2012 Chrysler 300 Luxury Series combines ultra-premium leather – once limited to some of the most exotic Italian luxury cars – with world-class refinement and handling, state-of-the-art safety and connectivity features and eight-speed automatic transmission with Pentastar® V-6 engine for 31 best-in-class highway mpg. "The new 2012 Chrysler 300 Luxury Edition is more than just our flagship car, it's the trophy for the tireless majority, an automobile [...]

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GOLF R: VOLKSWAGEN’S NEW PERFORMANCE ICON

October 18, 2011 / Featured, Industry News

Intelligent downsizing. That’s what the new Golf R represents. The heir to the 2004 and 2008 Golf R32 models, the new R manages to have more power, more performance, and consume less gasoline than its illustrious iconic performance forebears. And it offers all this for just $33,990, plus destination, for the two-door Golf R model. Whereas the R32 models used 3.2-liter VR6 engines, the new Golf R is fitted with a high-output version of the award-winning turbocharged 2.0-liter TSI® engine. [...]

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The All-New BMW 3 Series Sedan

October 15, 2011 / Featured, Industry News

With the announcement of the sixth generation BMW 3 Series Sedan, the benchmark by which all sport sedans are measured just got raised. The pioneering history of the 3 Series serves as inspiration for the new sports sedan, whose powerful styling represents a fresh interpretation and conscientious development of traditional BMW design cues. It will not only set new standards for performance and handling but also for luxury, technology and efficiency as well. The all-new BMW 3 Series Sedan arrives [...]

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Next-Gen Dodge Viper in Training

May 13, 2011 / Featured, Industry News

The long, cold and snowy winter presented a perfect environment for the ultimate American-built sports car and icon of the Dodge brand’s performance car lineup to prepare for its imminent return. Using a 2010 chassis as a test subject, SRT engineers expanded the development scope for the next generation Dodge Viper to include stability control tuning for the first time. The development comes just in time for the next-generation snake to hit the streets and tracks late in 2012.

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