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What Is It?
Popular Mechanics — In our dream garage there's a car called the Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution Wagon. It combines the Evo sport sedan's aggressive performance with the practicality of a station wagon. But sadly, this beast doesn't yet exist. Mitsubishi's ...More…
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GM ignored a herd
Popular Mechanics — But there was no mention of GM's troubles, and not a peep about the company's specific plan moving forward. The tone was, in effect, business as usual without a hint of urgency. It was like a press conference time machine-a trip back before the .. ...More…
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In Tough Economy, a Humbler New York Auto Show: Analysis
Popular Mechanics — In fact, more than one executive mentioned to me that zero percent overall growth in these tough automotive conditions is the new "up." That's depressing. But I suppose improving market share in this economy is better than the alternative. ...More…
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The German carmakers
Popular Mechanics — The ML450's powertrain uses the hybrid transmission that was jointly developed by GM, BMW, Mercedes, and Chrysler. So it's the same gearbox that's in the Yukon Hybrid and the one that will be a future BMW. The transmission combines two ...More…
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The World Car of the Year
Popular Mechanics — World Green car of the year honors went to the Honda FCX Clarity (above), an innovative fuel-cell-powered vehicle available for lease to selected customers. Finalists in this category included the Mitsubishi iMiev electric vehicle and the Toyota ...More…
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Tenerife, Canary Islands-
Popular Mechanics — Lamborghini injected some ferocity under the hood of the already brazen Gallardo with the refreshed LP560-4. The entry-level coupe from Sant'Agata, Italy, gained horsepower, shed unsprung mass and overall weight, and received a subtle sheet-metal ...More…
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Top Three Teams:
Popular Mechanics — NATC teams have full access to the manufacturer's service manuals while attempting to repair their rigged vehicles. The tension in the room is palpable as the digital clock mounted high on a pillar ticks down to the final seconds. This isn't the . ...More…
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New Orleans-
Popular Mechanics — As retro motorcycles go, Triumph's Bonneville has successfully captured the look and flavor of one of the world's most iconic models. Its success has much to do with the restraint shown by the new Triumph ownership. You can almost hear the ...More…
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NEW YORK CITY-
Popular Mechanics — Racing down the West Side highway in a torrential downpour, the $9950 Zero S indicates a silent 70 mph before the acceleration finally tapers off. This is the first full-size, highway-legal electric motorcycle to go into mass production. Yet its ...More…
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NAPA VALLEY, Calif.-
Popular Mechanics — W.O. Bentley might have had difficulty imagining a world in which the Volkswagen Group now owns the British company he founded in 1919. But the man would be pleased to learn that VW has infused Bentley with new life and a fresh lineup. And of ...More…
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Borrego Springs, Calif.-
Popular Mechanics — The Raptor promises to be the most off-road-capable F-150 Ford has ever built. This pickup is like a street-legal Baja prerunner. In other words, the SVT Raptor promises to smooth out the worst high-speed desert terrain, fly over jumps and handle ...More…
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General Motors Axes Pontiac: Auto Industry Update
Popular Mechanics — This latest move from GM is an indication of just how fast and fluid the company's restructuring is. In addition to dropping Pontiac, GM has increased the number of plant closures and layoffs. The company is cutting "quicker and deeper." By ...More…