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The foundation of Subaru’s next generation of vehicles has been revealed as part of the company’s Prominence 2020 plan. Initially announced in 2014, the plan has been tweaked as more information comes out about what lies ahead for the Japanese automaker. According to Subaru, the main features of the new platform include: Emotionally engaging “Dynamic feel” that goes beyond high performance The

Jaguar’s business saloon is getting all-wheel drive and a 180PS 2.0-litre Ingenium four-cylinder diesel engine in the 2017 XE. Jaguar’s developed the torque on-demand AWD system, which features Intelligent Driveline Dynamics entirely in-house. It was launched in the F-TYPE AWD, and, “delivers rear-wheel drive character and agility but can transfer precisely the right amount of torque to the front axle when

It’s basically a fancy four-person go-kart and now it’s gotten all-wheel drive. The all-new MINI Clubman ALL4 The power transmission system of the new MINI Clubman ALL4 consists of a power take-off bevel gear on the front axle differential, a dual-section propeller shaft and a rear axle differential with an electrohydraulically controlled hang-on clutch. According to MINI, “Its control system is interconnected

File this one under, “How have they not thought of this before.” Before 2015 is over, Hyundai will become the first mainstream automaker to launch an augmented reality owner’s manual app. The Hyundai Virtual Guide app is the brand’s take on a traditionally paper owner’s manual and allows drivers and passengers to have access to an enhanced information including how-to information for

Are you a young couple that puts fuel economy at the top of your vehicle buying priority list, Toyota has the hybrid vehicle you’re looking for. The 2016 RAV4 Hybrid is ready to hit the streets with anticipated EPA ratings of 34 mpg city/31 mpg highway/33 mpg combined for both the 2016 RAV4 Hybrid XLE and Limited models. Both models come equipped

A new generation of Polestar Performance Optimisation is now available for the new Volvo XC90, marking the ability of a more refined driving experience for vehicle owners. ”The new XC90 is by far the most advanced car from Volvo in terms of chassis and drivetrain, making it a thrill for us to work with. The Polestar optimisation takes the dynamics

Audi has taken its flagship sedan and added some chutzpah. A variant of the Audi A8, the A8 L 4.0T Sport model boasts an enhanced 4.0T twin turbo V8 engine achieving 450 hp. Enhancing the model’s sportiness are more prominent rocker panels to give the vehicle a wider stance and larger air intakes than the standard model. A new lower bumper has been added

Cadillac is adding new fuel-saving technologies to their line-up in an effort to raise fuel economy ratings and reduce emissions in 2016 models. Among the innovations the automaker is installing for the upcoming model year are Active Fuel Management and Automatic Stop/Start technologies along with widespread use of a new 8-speed transmission. According to Cadillac, their, “all-new six cylinder engine contains Active Fuel Management,

A luxury sports coupe was added to Lexus‘ model line last year and, one year on, the RC offerings are expanding for MY 2016. The new RC 200t and RC 300 AWD have been added to the RC 350 RWD F SPORT offering buyers more options for the luxury coupe purchase. RC 200t The new RC 200t, available as RWD only,

Ready! Set! Sprint! The all-new 2016 Ford Focus RS is off the line and able to do 0-62 mph in just 4.7 seconds. Powered by a specially engineered version of Ford’s new 2.3-liter EcoBoost® engine producing a projected 350 horsepower and 350 lb.-ft. of torque, the RS is set reach a top speed of 165 mph. In the new RS Ford has