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Wednesday, May 12, 2010
RPMGO.com (former Auto Unleashed) |
- Test drive with the new Citroen C3
- Video: Porsche 911 GT2 RS summed up in a few naughty words
- Porsche 911 GT2 RS officially revealed and detailed
- Destination, Orientation
- Video: Second movie in Audi A1 ‘The Next Big Thing’ series appears
- Toyota might be working on a smaller and cheaper FT-86 version
- Video: Autonomous Volkswagen reverse powerslides into parking spot, humiliates humans
- Porsche Panamera defeats 911 in April sales
- Sergio Marchionne details future Chrysler plans, rebadged Fiat models incoming
- Audi adds eight-speed automatic gearbox to A4, A5 and Q5 this fall
| Test drive with the new Citroen C3 Posted: 12 May 2010 04:40 AM PDT  A week after we tested the Panzer tank which was the BMW 5 Series GT, we had the opportunity to try out a totally different type of model, the new Citroen C3. If the previous generation wasn’t really my cup of tea, the new one seems pretty chic, at least at first glance. But let’s see how it all went: Post published on Rpmgo.com Related posts:
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| Video: Porsche 911 GT2 RS summed up in a few naughty words Posted: 12 May 2010 03:24 AM PDT  Porsche followed up on the announcement of the stunning 911 GT2 RS performance model with a video detailing just how the 620 HP rear-wheel drive supercar might make you feel. How did it highlight such a thing? By showcasing it on the track alongside a few ‘naughty’ reactions from those who already experienced Stuttgart’s fastest road-legal Porsche. Hit the jump to watch this exciting video: Source: Porsche via MotoMorph Post published on Rpmgo.com Related posts:
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| Porsche 911 GT2 RS officially revealed and detailed Posted: 12 May 2010 02:11 AM PDT  Seeing as how the car was leaked way before its official debut, Porsche decided to properly showcase the stunning 911 GT2 RS. While up until its release, we heard some great rumors, we now know for sure: this awesome model will be the fastest road legal Porsche money can buy. Interested in technical specs? Here they are: 620 HP from a twin-turbo 3.6-liter engine, 154 lbs less than the current 911 GT2, six-speed manual which sends power to the rear wheels and, for the eco-conscious of you, 5% better fuel economy and lower emissions. The performance times aren’t too shabby either, with 0 to 62 in 3.4 seconds and a Nurburgring Nordschleife time of 7 minutes and 18 seconds. In case you might like to own the fastest Porsche you can drive on the road, then prepare to cough up $245,000 and hurry, as only 500 units will be made. Expect even more details and pictures as we approach the official presentation of the Porsche 911 GT2 RS at the Moscow Auto Show in August. Source: Porsche Post published on Rpmgo.com Related posts:
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| Posted: 12 May 2010 02:06 AM PDT
Some people don’t have a very good sense of direction and that’s a known fact. We’re not giving names or anything, we’re just stating facts. Guiding lost ladies around town is a fine art and you may act as you are yourself lost if such presented with an occasion. It’s a Bro Code rule, after all. So if you see anyone confused, you should act a brave man who saved the damsel in distress. With this T-shirt, you can’t fail. For more live saving apparel, check the RevvNation Store! Post published on Rpmgo.com Related posts:
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| Video: Second movie in Audi A1 ‘The Next Big Thing’ series appears Posted: 12 May 2010 01:49 AM PDT  Audi is keeping up the marketing hype for the A1 city car and has just released the second movie in its ‘The Next Big Thing’ series. For those not familiar, it is a short movie series that puts singer Justin Timberlake and Dania Ramirez through a series of adventures alongside the new Audi A1. The first movie in the list has already been launched. Hit the jump to check out episode number 2 of Audi’s Next Big Thing. Post published on Rpmgo.com Related posts:
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| Toyota might be working on a smaller and cheaper FT-86 version Posted: 12 May 2010 01:36 AM PDT  According to various inside sources, the Toyota FT-86 concept, introduced as a preview for a fresh yet affordable rear-wheel drive sports coupe, won’t exactly uphold its promise, as development costs and focus group testing shows that it might be priced way above the estimated $20,000 mark and will only appeal to those over 40. As such, a new rumor has just appeared, courtesy of the guys from Road and Track. They say that the Japanese carmaker still wants to release an affordable RWD coupe, and to that end it will produce a smaller and cheaper version of the production FT-86. According to the magazine, the car might be powered by the 1.5-liter inline-four cylinder unit we saw on the Scion xB, capable of 109 HP. Now, we don’t know about you, but that doesn’t exactly scream RWD sports coupe. Still, if this will allow Toyota to introduce the model under the $20k mark, then a lot of people would surely be interested in it. What do you think? Would this smaller and cheaper but not that powerful baby Toyota FT-86 be any good? Share your thoughts below. Source: Road and Track Post published on Rpmgo.com Related posts:
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| Video: Autonomous Volkswagen reverse powerslides into parking spot, humiliates humans Posted: 12 May 2010 01:18 AM PDT  We could fill this space with some text about the autonomous endeavors of Volkswagen together with Stanford University’s science team to create cars that drive themselves, even on famous rally courses like Pikes Peak. But that would just distract you from the fact at hand: this robot-controlled autonomous Volkswagen can reverse powerslide (essentially a J-Turn) into a parking spot with minimum error. Hit the jump to check out a video demonstration plus the whole science behind how the car can actually learn maneuvers, not just use complicated routines in everyday driving conditions. Source: CrunchGear via Autoblog Post published on Rpmgo.com Related posts:
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| Porsche Panamera defeats 911 in April sales Posted: 12 May 2010 01:01 AM PDT  While Porsche purists will be forever in love with a 911, it seems that actual Porsche customers are far more interested in the other models available in the range, more specifically the Cayenne or the new Panamera. We’ve already known the proverbial hot-cake status of the Cayenne, but in April, while dealerships were preparing to welcome the 2011 generation of the best selling SUV, it was the Panamera’s time to shine. According to official sales figures, the four-door Porsche managed to sell 678 models, more than double the number of 911 units sold in the same month and totally eclipsing the performance of the more entry-level models, the Cayman and Boxster. If the Panamera continues its high sales and the 2011 Cayenne confirms its status of best seller, then Porsche will definitely be laughing all the way to the bank. Purists shouldn’t be too sad though, as this means some of that money will also be invested in the 911. Source: Porsche via Autoblog Post published on Rpmgo.com Related posts:
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| Sergio Marchionne details future Chrysler plans, rebadged Fiat models incoming Posted: 12 May 2010 12:37 AM PDT  Sergio Marchionne is pretty pleased with how things are going for its two companies, Fiat and Chrysler. That’s why he has just revealed a few more details about the future of the ailing US carmaker, which was bailed out last year. The Italian CEO talked about a few things with Automotive News recently, including the next Chrysler Sebring (or Nassau) and Dodge Avenger, the direction of Jeep plus the possibility of rebadged Fiat compact models appearing under the Pentastar logo. First off, Marchionne revealed that the new Chrysler Sebring and Dodge Avenger models will have improved looks but also overhauled interiors, a problem which plagued the two sedans ever since their conception. The models will soon hit at the end of the year. The 2011 Jeep Grand Cherokee, set to launch this June, will provide a new icon for fans of the brand, according to Marchionne. Overhauls to the Wrangler and Patriot will arrive after the Grand Cherokee proves its worth (possibly with a performance SRT8 variant). Most importantly, the Italian CEO of Chrysler talked about the arrival of several compact Fiat models on US soil under the Chrysler logo. He says that positive earnings have already pushed their launch from 2012 to late 2011, and these new models will arrive sooner than expected. The Italian-sourced compacts will complete the Chrysler lineup, which desperately needs to put a model onto the city car segment. All in all, Marchionne predicts a pretty positive future for Chrysler under his leadership. Hopefully, for Pentastar fans, those predictions will come true sooner or later. Source: Automotive News Post published on Rpmgo.com Related posts:
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| Audi adds eight-speed automatic gearbox to A4, A5 and Q5 this fall Posted: 12 May 2010 12:15 AM PDT  Audi first announced its new eight-speed automatic transmission for the 2011 A8 flagship limousine. After that, the 2011 Q7 refresh has also been confirmed to get the new automatic ‘box. Now, the company announced that the transmission will also be making its way onto specific A4, A5 and Q5 models as soon as this fall. The 2011 A4 2.0-liter TFSI quattro edition, both in sedan and Avant form, will receive the new gearbox, as well as the 2011 A5 2.0-liter TFSI quattro coupe and cabriolet. The Q5, equipped with the … you guessed it, 2.0-liter TFSI engine will receive the new transmission as well. At the beginning of fall, two versions of the 3.0-liter supercharged V6 engine will appear in the Q7 range, replacing the older 3.6-liter V6 and 4.2-liter V8. The new units will also be paired with this gearbox. Don’t go thinking this will just add to the curb weight of the models or make things worse, as Audi guarantees a better performance, a lower fuel average and, thanks to the compact packaging of those eight gears, no extra weight. Source: Audi Post published on Rpmgo.com Related posts:
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