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Dodge Direct Connection Returns; First Performance Parts Detailed 12.23.2021
Dodge has brought back their factory-backed performance parts service, Direct Connection; a list of kits has been revealed by the manufacturer. The new upgrade kits, such as the “Tuner” and “Stage” levels, are designed to enhance the performance of a Dodge vehicle in a number of ways-- from tunes and roll cages, to full-blown crate engines. Alongside… Read More
2022 Supra Carbon Fiber Edition; New Options For 3.0 Trims 12.23.2021
Toyota has given the GR Supra a new Carbon Fiber Limited Edition trim for the 2022 model year; also adding new options for the 3.0 and 3.0 Premium trims. The Carbon Fiber Limited Edition will be capped at 600 units, making it the most exclusive Mark V Supra produced thus far. After destination fees, it will retail for $64,305; featuring all the power, tech… Read More
End of an Era: Lotus Exige, Elise, Evora Production Ends 12.22.2021
Lotus has ended production of their Exige, Elise and Evora sports cars, celebrating the trio with a special photoshoot outside of their Norfolk, UK, assembly plant. Over the last 26 years, Lotus built 51,738 cars across these three models. Combined, this represents almost half of the manufacturer's total production in it's entire 73 years of… Read More
ROUSH Puts the “R” in Bronco R with New Kit 12.22.2021
ROUSH Performance, most widely known for their aftermarket Ford support, have announced that orders for their Bronco R Series Kit are now open. The ROUSH Performance R Series Kit can be ordered for any trim Bronco, two-door or four-door, equipped with either the 2.3-liter 4-cylinder or 2.7-liter six-cylinder. With an MSRP of $6,750, the kit will be shipped… Read More
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EPA Emissions Standards: Heightened and Tightened 12.21.2021
The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) is in the final stages of creating new vehicle emissions standards, projected to be stricter than previous administrations. New vehicle emissions requirements are expected to take effect for vehicles starting in the 2023 model year, aiming for a 28.3 percent reduction of pollution through 2026. More aggressive than… Read More
Maserati MC20 Convertible Prototype Showcased 12.21.2021
An early prototype of Maserati’s MC20 convertible supercar has been unveiled outside of the manufacturer’s Modena Plant in Italy. Sporting a blue-and-white cloud-like camouflage, the MC20 convertible is the first drop-top of the MC20 line. Like the coupe, the body is made of carbon fiber and composite materials. Maserati claims the total weight to be… Read More
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Production Begins on Refreshed Honda Passport, TrailSport Models 12.20.2021
Mass production of the refreshed 2022 Honda Passport SUV, as well as the Pilot SUV and available Trailsport models, have begun at the company’s Alabama Auto Plant. The 2022 Passport features a new exterior design which reflects the vehicles off-road capabilities; in tandem, Honda’s first Trailsport models feature a heightened sense of off-road utility,… Read More
Ford Mustang Mach-E Offers New Options; 2022 Orders Open 12.20.2021
Ford has opened up orders for the 2022 Mustang Mach-E electric SUV; along with the new model year comes new packages, new colors and updated batteries. The E-SUV’s entry level trim, the “Select” model, has a starting MSRP of $44,995 before any eligible government incentives. This model can be finished in the Grabber Blue Metallic and Cyber Orange metallic… Read More
Rivian Announces Plans to Build Georgia Plant 12.17.2021
Rivian, the Amazon-backed electric vehicle startup, has announced plans to open it's second US assembly plant in Georgia, scheduled to open in 2024. The new plant will cost the company $5 billion and is expected to (eventually) build 400,000 vehicles per year. Located 30 miles east of Atlanta, on the East Atlanta Megasite, it will bring the area more than… Read More
2022 Acura MDX Type S Prices; Speeds to Dealerships for Holidays 12.17.2021
Acura has released official pricing for the 2022 MDX Type S SUV-- claiming that the new model will reach dealerships early next week. The Type S is a performance-geared version of Acura’s flagship SUV, equipped with a turbocharged 3.0-liter V6 engine and sport-tuned 10-speed automatic transmission. Together, they put down 355 horsepower and 354 lb-ft. of… Read More