Ford Recalling 605,684 F-150s and Lincoln Mark LTs over Brake Issues

More than 600,000 MY2005-2006 Ford F-150s and Lincoln Makr LTs equipped with 5.4L 3-Valve engines are being recalled due to a faulty brake booster vacuum supply hose. Over time, the hose that is attached to the intake manifold may swell and lose retention force, a condition that could allow the hose to become detached from the fitting during an intake manifold backfire.
If this happens, once the vacuum reserve is depleted drivers will no longer have power assist braking. They still will have foundation brake function, but with increased brake pedal effort –a scenario that most drivers will want to avoid. Ford is expected to begin the recall on or about July 7, 2008, but if you want to learn more, you can contact Ford at 1-800-392-3673.
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Iveco’s Experimental Amphibious Terramare Truck

Fiat Group owned truck and commercial vehicle manufacturer Iveco has completed a seabound journey using an experimental amphibious vehicle based on its Iveco Daily 4x4 truck. The Iveco Terramare prototype managed to cross the Corsica Channel, which runs between Tuscany and Corsica, in a 75 nautical miles (approximately 140 km) voyage that took about 14 hours to complete. -Continued
The amphibious Terramare was developed by Milan-born engineer Maurizio Zanisi. The latter modified the Iveco Daily 4x4 by adding an internally welded steel hull and a waterjet propulsion system along with supplementary fuel tanks with a total capacity of 300 litres or about 80 gallons that guaranteed a successful sea crossing without the need to refuel. Iveco says that the Terramare is capable of achieving a top speed on the road of 100 km/h (62 mph) and 10 km/h (6 mph) in the water.
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Die-Hard Daihatsu Fan Buys Entire Line-Up in Less Than 3 Years

Quite possibly one of the biggest fans of the Japanese carmaker, John MacKay from Axminster in the UK has managed to buy all four models of Daihatsu’s current line-up in two and-a-half years. It all started when MacKay and his wife came to pick up their new Copen Vivid roadster from a Daihatsu dealer – the couple not only left with the Copen but they also placed an order for the Sirion.
One and half years later, the Daihatsu loving duo replaced their Copen with a new Terios while in April 2007, they brought yet another Sirion – no word what happened to the other one. Finally, in March 2008, following his retirement from the army, MacKay purchased his latest model, the Scion-esque Materia. What a party animal….
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Ferrari California Stradale Study

While the newest model from Ferrari’s stable has yet to hit the road, fans of the Italian marque are already speculating on special edition versions, and in the case of the guys at CGI Automotive, they’ve even come up with a rendering of a sportier edition that could bear the Mondial or Stradale nametag among other choices. We don’t know if this artist’s rendering has anything to do with reality, but we too believe that in the near future Ferrari will proceed to the development of an even sportier variant of the coupe-cabriolet California.
Source: CGI , Via: WFC
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2011 BMW X3 SUV Rendering

Expected to make its first appearance in 2010, the new BMW X3 will build upon the success of the current generation model. This rendering that comes from the latest issue of Autobild magazine attempts to give us a first look of the compact SUV/Crossover’s appearance inspired from the larger X5. The second-generation X3 will also grow slightly in length compared to the current model and it will feature higher quality materials in the interior.
Another highlight is that the for the first time, the X3’s range will be enhanced with a hybrid version that will utilize the BMW, GM and Mercedes-Benz co-developed two-mode hybrid system that combines two compact, high-performance electric motors with an electrical continuously variable transmission (ECVT). With this system the X3 Hybrid will be able to be driven on electric power only, on the combustion engine alone, or with a combination of both power units. -Continued
While today’s X3 is built under contract by Magna Steyr in Austria, BMW has already announced its plans to manufacture the new model at its Spartanburg plant in South Carolina, alongside the X5 and X6 models.
Link: Autobild – Thanks for the scan Mat!
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2011 Subaru / Toyota RWD Coupe: First Spy Shots

These are very first spy shots of the Subaru and Toyota joint-developed rear-wheel-drive coupe. The test mule seen in the pictures looks like it’s sporting many body parts from the Legacy, albeit it’s apparent that coupe is much more compact in dimensions. We’re not so sure about the platform but in a previous official statement issued by the two Japanese carmakers, the yet unnamed coupes will be based on an all-new platform with power coming from Subaru’s range of boxer engines.
Judging by our experience that could translate to a modified version of the existing Impreza platform and 2.0 / 2.5-liter naturally aspirated and turbocharged engines. Needless to say that we can’t make any assumptions about the coupe’s appearance from the test mule pics. However, since both coupes are slated to enter production in 2011, expect a Toyota and Subaru concept version to appear sometime in 2009 with the production version making its official appearance in a major car show in 2010. -More pics after the jump





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Range Rover Stormer Concept Replica: On Sale in Dubai for $450,000

They’ve built a world of islands in the sea so we can’t say that we’re surprised with the 2004 Range Rover Stormer Concept replica that was created by the folks over at West Coast Customs Dubai. Story has it that a scion of Dubai royal family liked the concept car so much that he had West Coast Customs transform a Range Rover Sport into the Stormer.
Unfortunately for his Royal Highness, WCC liked the idea so much that they built a few more. Now, one of those replicas has found its way on Autotrader Dubai (…) where it is up for sale. But just like everything else in Dubai, the Stormer replica doesn’t come cheap as it is being sold for a mind blowing 1,650,000 AED or about $450,000. -More pics after the jump




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Video: Nissan GT-R Lapping Nurburgring in 7:29’

Finally, we have live footage of the Nissan GT-R lapping the Nurburgring race track in Germany in 7:29.03. According to Nissan, the GT-R’s time was recorded on April 17, 2008 with the Japanese supercar’s chief test driver Tochio Suzuki behind the wheel of a base specification vehicle fitted with standard Japanese market tires. -See the video after the jump


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Video: Awesome 1970’s Matte Black Corvette in Spain

A couple of days ago we showed you images of a custom made C3 Corvette painted in a menacing matte finish. Thanks to our vigilant audience, not only did we find out that the Corvette is from Spain, but one of our readers that goes by the nickname “Panic” was kind enough to forwarded us a video of the Vette on the road. Follow the jump to check it out and don’t forget to pump up the volume of your speakers…. -Continued
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ASI’s $800,000+ Bentley Continental GT Based Tetsu GTR

We don’t want to seem offensive or anything, but even though the hand painted bodywork on this Bentley Continental GT based Tetsu GTR from ASI is original Japanese artwork by Nakamura Tetsuei, we do find it kinda weird to dress you car’s hood with flowers. Especially if someone finds out that you paid something north of $800,000 or €520,000 which is the starting price for every one of the 29 Tetsu GTRs that the Japanese tuning firm will produce.
Artwork aside, ASI’s Tetsu GTR features an aggressively styled wide-bodykit (+1,800 mm) that includes dry carbon bonnet, trunk and rear wing spoiler along with several mechanical upgrades the most important being the modified 6.0L W12 engine that now produces 800 Hp. –More pics after the jump









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Fish ‘n’ Chip Oil Running Tourist Bus

Lately we’ve been witnessing all sorts of alternative solutions to substitute petrol, but using 100% cooking oil from fish ‘n’ chips rather than a blend or manufactured biofuel, is a first.

The “culprit” is a New Zealand based tour bus company that gets its supply of recycled waste oil from the Gordonton fish and chip shop, near the company’s workshop in Auckland. The company’s managing director, Neil Geddes said the bus was used for city orientation tours aimed at new visitors to Auckland who expected sustainable tourism.

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Top-20 Selling Cars and Trucks in the U.S. Through May 2008

Ford and its F-Series trucks might have been dethroned in May by the Honda Civic –see details here, but as you can see in the list with the top-20 selling vehicles in the U.S. through May 2008 that was compiled by Reuters based on the stats reported by automakers, it still holds onto the number one position. However, the way things are going, we won’t be surprised at all if the Toyota Camry manages to break Ford’s decades long streak at the end of 2008.
Interestingly, out of the 20-top selling vehicles in the U.S. this year, 6 belong in the truck segment and 14 are passenger cars. The former “Big-Three” aka the GM, Ford and Chrysler Groups have 12 vehicles in the top-20 list while three Japanese carmakers, Toyota, Nissan and Honda occupy the remaining 8 places. European and Korean automakers are no where to be seen, at least for the time being.
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Hartge Officially Releases BMW X6 Sport Package

About a week after a set of leaked images on the internet gave us our first glimpse of the Hartge-prepped BMW X6, the German tuning house today revealed details on its sport package for the Bavarian SUV/Coupe.
While Hartge’s bodykit is relatively subtle, the sport suspension that brings the X6 30 mm closer to the ground comined with the new 22-inch alloy wheels do the trick making the Bavarian crossover look quite menacing. The alloy wheels can be combined with two different tire sizes: 285/30 ZR22 front and 335/25 ZR22 rear or, 295/30 ZR22 front and 335/25 ZR22 rear. -Continued
For the time being, Hartge offers engine upgrade kits only for the turbo diesel variants of the X6 and in particular, for 35d (from 286 Hp to 328 Hp) and the 30d, (from 235 Hp to 275 Hp). Customers can also choose from a variety of accessories for the interior including bespoke steering wheels with multi function, aluminium pedals and various decorative trims for the dashboard and the doors.

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New Technology Promises to make Fuel from C02 Emissions & Algae

Could Origo Industries and their new technology that turns CO2 emissions into usable fuel hold the key to the future? Well, if it actually works, why not. Origo Industries supports that it has developed a system that captures the CO2 from your vehicle’s engine and then allows you to turn these emissions into fuel at your own home to re-use on your car or eve to power your house.
The system uses a revolutionary new approach where CO2 that’s captured through a special cartridge is regenerated through algae in a home unit, allowing the user to produce bio-oil (up to 2500 litres per year tax-free).
We’ve yet to see the system in action, but Orgio Industries says that it’ll display its technology for the first time ever at the UK’s largest Green Motor Show, Green-Car-Guide Live! 2008 that takes place on Thursday 12th June 2008 from 10am to 4pm at the Arena & Convention Centre in Liverpool. Even though we have to admit that Orgio Industries’ system sounds too good to be true, we’ll wait and see.
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Australia: SUV and Truck Sales Boom in May, Cars Drop

Talk about everything being down under… Whereas in the States the market turned upside down in May with cars sales booming in the expense of SUV/Pick-Up trucks, in Australia, where gas prices are significantly higher, sales of SUVs were up by 2.3% in May while passenger cars were down by 2.5%.
In particular, the medium SUV segment saw its sales rise by 16.8% compared to May 2007 and the large SUV segment, by 12%! From the beginning of the year, SUV sales in Australia are up by a staggering 13.2% compared to a 1.1% decrease the passenger car segment. Like the SUV market, the pick-up/cab-chassis 4x4 segment rose 5.7% over May last year, while the van segment rose a whopping 22.5%. -Continued
Overall, and despite higher interest rates and spiking fuel prices, sales of new vehicles in Australia remained strong with official figures released by the Federal Chamber of Automotive Industries (FCAI) showing that 88,640 cars, trucks and buses were sold in May, an increase of 43 vehicles on the same month last year.
Toyota remained the top-selling marque in Australia May holding a 23.4% of the market, followed by Holden with 12.5% and Ford with 10.9%. So far this year, Toyota leads the Australian sales race with 101,816 vehicles sold, followed by Holden with 55,155 and Ford with 44,183.
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F(i)errari Dino Replica for sale on eBay

We’ve seen more Pontiac Fieros transformed into Italian supercars than the actual car itself, so even if this is the first time that we’ve laid our eyes on a classic Ferrari Dino variant, we can’t say that we’re surprised. Despite the fact that the Dino replica wouldn’t even come close to fooling any car aficionado, we’d give the owner a C+ for at least attempting to create something different. -Continued









Link: eBay
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Jay Leno Takes Delivery of his 2008 Dodge Challenger SRT8

As you might have already heard, the 2008 Dodge Challengers have started arriving in dealerships across the U.S. One of the first customers to get their hands on Dodge’s retro-themed muscle car was comedian Jay Leno. The host of The Tonight Show took delivery of his Challenger SRT8 on Monday, June 2, 2008, in Los Angeles. As you can see in the foreground, Leno also took along his 1970’s Dodge Challenger. Some people can have it all... -More pics after the jump



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First Official Pics of Opel Insignia’s Interior

These are the very first official shots of the soon-to-be-launched Opel Insignia’s interior, or to be precise, the UK market Insignia that bears the Vauxhall logo. While we had the chance to get a glimpse of the mid-size sedan’s interior in a series of leaked (low-res) images back in April, these official pictures from Vauxhall allow us to see the cabin in high-resolution detail.
The Insignia, which could come to the States as a Saturn, features a relatively sporty wrap around interior design that has nothing in common with the Vectra’s ultra conservative cabin. Highlights include chronometer-inspired instruments and a unique instrument cluster lighting which is illuminated white, but on pressing the ‘Sport’ button, the lighting turns red to match the surrounding illumination. -Continued
“This is a paradigm shift for Vauxhall,” says John Puskar, Executive Director of Interior Design at GM Europe. “We wanted to create interior environments for all our future vehicles that are warm, inviting and sporty. The Insignia is the first evidence of this philosophy.”
“Every detail was meticulously thought through,” says Jochen Werner, Insignia’s Assistant Chief Interior Designer. “We even tipped the infotainment centre at a 30 degree angle to allow the centre console to flow and give the car’s cabin a greater feeling of spaciousness.”
Along with the official high-res interior pics, Vauxhall also released new exterior images of the Insignia in a lusty black colour.






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