2013 Porsche Cayman Spi...
We now have much closer shots of the next Cayman, and they reveal a more 911-like silhouette and front end. The roof appears flatter than the current car’s, and we can see just how much the stretched wheelbase affects things like the size of the rear window. Less exciting: This...
Toyota Prius Plus Perfo...
The Toyota Prius is pretty much a rolling anathema for enthusiasts, so you’re probably not shocked that we greet the announcement of a performance package for the tadpole-shaped hybrid with some doubt. Nevertheless, mining the go-fast expertise of its Toyota Racing Development (TRD)...
2013 BMW 3-Series Spied...
On the outside, there isn’t anything new to report since we spotted a 2013 BMW 3-series mule back in May , unless you’re really into California license plates, which these cars are sporting. The real story here is on the inside, where, to paraphrase one iconic Californian, certain...Fancypants Mini Inspire...
Mini has priced the 2012 Mini Inspired by Goodwood ( full details here ) in the U.K. For those in need of a refresher, it’s a Cooper S completely worked over by none other than fellow BMW Grouper Rolls-Royce; it walked the catwalk at this year’s Shanghai auto show . And, uh,...
Swappable Battery News:...
Better Place, an Israeli company that developed an automated electric-vehicle-battery swap station, expanded beyond the Middle East this week, opening its first station in Europe. The Denmark station will function as do the other Better Place stations in Israel, automatically removing...
2011 Lotus Evora S Test...
One for the faithful. Aside from the expected practicality limitations of a purist’s sports car, we’ve found the regular Lotus Evora to be a pretty satisfying machine. It’s as balanced as a tightrope walker and has laser-precise steering, limpet grip, and strong braking. Keep...
Nissan/Infiniti Plannin...
Nissan has revealed its international “Midterm Plan Announcement”—a product plan for the next six years that the company is more colorfully calling “Nissan Power 88.” Whatever the name, this is a major product offensive for Nissan, which will unveil a new...
Porsche to chase top ho...
Filed under: Motorsport Porsche is to return to Le Mans in 2014 with a full factory LMP1 prototype car, ending a 16-year absence from the 24 Hours race. The move, announced by the Stuttgart-based company today, means that Porsche will field a factory-based team at the endurance classic...
Le Mans-winning Mazda r...
Filed under: Goodwood Moving Motor Show Mazda’s celebrations to mark the 20th anniversary of its Le Mans victory with the 787B continue at the Goodwood Festival of Speed this weekend. Visitors to the festival will be treated to a unique sight as the only rotary-powered car to win...