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NHTSA Expands Floor Mat Investigation on 480,000 Ford Fusion, Lincoln MKZ, Mercury Milan Models



The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration is stepping up its investigation of floormats in Ford Fusion and Mercury Milan models to now include the Lincoln MKZ, bringing the ...    Read more


Report: Subaru Discontinuing Impreza, WRX Models in United Kingdom



Two of the names most beloved and recognized by Subaru performance enthusiasts around the world are being dropped from the brand's product offerings in the United Kingdom, due to sluggish sales and changing consumer preferences. British automotive media site Autoexpress is reporting the two models are being discontinued because of "insufficient ...    Read more


BMW Announces new M Performance Parts for 3, 5 Series



Many of us dream of owning an M3 or M5, but may find the price of entry a bit steep. But if you can afford a "regular" 3 or 5 Series, for just a little extra, you can spice ...    Read more


New Year’s Surprise: Ford May Preview 2015 F-150 At Detroit Show



The past week may have been all about the 2014 Chevrolet Silverado and GMC Sierra, but if a Reuters report is to be believed, Ford may have its own debut not far behind. The news outlet is reporting ...    Read more


On the Road Again in the 2013 Ford Shelby GT500 Convertible on Epic Drives



What better way to experience the 2013 Ford Shelby GT500's intoxicating exhaust note than hitting the open road in the convertible version? Technical director Frank Markus did just that on the latest episode of Epic Drives, driving the ...    Read more


Thread of the Day: What New Car Would Make the Best Santa Sleigh?



With Christmas just around the corner, Santa Claus is readying his sleigh to deliver presents around the globe. When the reindeer get tired, though, what if Santa temporarily upgraded his sleigh to a newer, more modern vehicle? A modern sleigh would have to meet Santa’s requirements like having ...    Read more


Three Dogs Drive Mini Countryman on Closed Course in New Zealand – Video Find



We’ve seen Subaru ads with driving dogs, but Mini and the SPCA (Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals) Auckland have just taken the amusing concept to a new level. To help change misconceptions about shelter and rescue dogs, three dogs were trained to drive a Mini Countryman ...    Read more


GM, BMW Holiday Ads Feature High-Tech Elves, Fastest Christmas Song in the World



Automakers are starting to get into the holiday spirit -- BMW and GM have both released their very own holiday-themed commercials a day after we featured Mercedes-Benz’s take on how to bake holiday cookies. BMW and GM ...    Read more


Recalls: 2011-2012 Mercedes Models, 2013 Dodge Durango, 2010 Porsche 911 GT3, 2012 Lamborghini Avent



Mercedes-Benz is recalling various 2011-2012 models across its range for a potential fuel leak that may lead to a fire. Lower-volume recalls include one from Dodge, as some 2013 Durango SUVs have incorrect seating capacity labels. Porsche is recalling certain 2010 911 GT3 models for a possible rear wheel hub ...    Read more


Top 10 Fastest Production Cars Motor Trend Has Lapped Around Mazda Raceway Laguna Seca [infographic]



In case you hadn't already heard, there's a new production car king of Mazda Raceway Laguna Seca. So which car is it? For now, all we're going to say is that it's either ...    Read more


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