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Porsche has revealed the details of its all-new 2017 911 Carrera ahead of the sports car’s debut at the Frankfurt International Auto Show later this month. Under the Hood Porsche is promising the new 911 Carrera is its fastest ever, recording a time of seven minutes and thirty seconds around the North Loop of the Nürburgring, besting the model’s previous best by

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The RAV4 has long been a favorite for families. How does the latest model stack up against the competition in an ever-changing market? Under the Hood The 2015 Toyota RAV4 comes standard with a 2.5-liter 4-cylinder engine that makes a satisfactory 176 horsepower and 172 lb-ft of torque. That horsepower is sent to the front wheels via a 6-speed automatic transmission. All

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Lexus isn’t calling it a complete overhaul of the model but the only thing R&D didn’t touch are the door panels. Already known for being luxurious yet off-road worthy, the 2016 LX 570 has a few new things families are going to love: While it may not mean much to the passengers, drivers will certainly appreciate the automaker’s addition of LED headlights, turn

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After major changes coming down the line for 2014 and 2015, Nissan is keeping things rather status quo for MY 2016 so far with the exception of the Maxima. Here’s the brand’s breakdown: 2016 Nissan Altima, LEAF and Sentra Details on the new 2016 Altima, LEAF and Sentra will be available closer to its arrival at Nissan dealers nationwide… and we

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Even before it’s 2016 models all arrive at dealerships, Mercedes has released images of what we can expect from the 2017 Mercedes-Benz C-Class Coupe: all images courtesy of Mercedes-Benz

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It may not be all-new, but the 2016 Lexus 570 has had everything retouched, except for the door panels. Under the Hood The 570’s power and hauling capability come from the 5.7-liter V8 engine, which produces 383 horsepower and delivers 90-percent of its 403 lb.-ft. peak torque at just 3,600 rpm giving it 7,000-pound towing capability. For 2016, Lexus has upgraded

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It’s not completely new but it is filled with new technology making it the most advanced Honda Accord in the automaker’s history. Due to be in showrooms this August, the 2016 Accord will feature new styling, a new Display Audio touchscreen interface, and Honda Sensing, safety and driver-assistive technologies, HD Radio, heated rear seats, front and rear parking sensors. The Accord will

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Want all the styling of a European style hatchback without the price tag? Scion has an iM for you. Under the Hood The all-new 2016 Scion iM starts at just $18,460 for the manual transmission and $19,200 for the CVTi-S model and features a 1.8-liter DOHC Valvematic engine under the hood. The 2016 Scion iM offers a sweet spot of performance and efficiency,

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Hyundai continues its campaign to bring added value in their 2016 models to customers with their reveal of the 2016 Elantra today. Part of the highly competitive compact car segment, Hyundai has added more features that were previously options as standard in the newest version of the Elantra, equalling a $1000 in value savings for consumers. Elantra Value Edition provides

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The entry-level crossover market is getting a new competitor. The Honda is poised to challenge the rocketing sales of the Nissan Rogue, Kia Soul, and Mazda CX-3 with its new 2016 HR-V. Arriving in dealership showrooms on May 15, the HR-V boasts standard equipment of 17-inch alloy wheels, push-button electric parking brake, rearview camera with guidelines, Pandora® radio and Bluetooth® HandsFreeLink®1 – all for a manufacturer’s suggested

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