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2016 Ferrari 488 Spider – London Launch Party + V8TT Sound Samples

February 13, 2019, 4 pmFebruary 26, 2016, 3 pm by Tom Burkart

Updated 2.26.16 with 30 new photos from the car’s London launch party. The nose looks far better in real life than it did on the initial renders and autoshow photos. Gorgeous reveals by the dozen in Frankfurt this week, with only Aston and McLaren declining to launch something new and fairly important. Superlux EVs might be the defining show theme, but supercar rivalries are a close second. Lamborghini’s new Huracan Spyder, the McLaren 650S Spider and this brand-new 488 Spider are all viciously competitve with one another. Performance is roughly the same for all three as well: 3.0-second launches to …

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2.9s, 203MPH 2016 Ferrari 488 Spider – Frankfurt Gallery + Engine Audio MP3s

February 13, 2019, 4 pmSeptember 16, 2015, 2 pm by Tom Burkart

Gorgeous reveals by the dozen in Frankfurt this week, with only Aston and McLaren declining to launch something new and fairly important. Superlux EVs might be the defining show theme, but supercar rivalries are a close second. Lamborghini’s new Huracan Spyder, the McLaren 650S Spider and this brand-new 488 Spider are all viciously competitve with one another. Performance is roughly the same for all three as well: 3.0-second launches to 60-mph and top speeds just above 200-mph. Pricing is also in the same glitzy neighborhood: not much change from $300k for each. So if performance, pricing and capability in normal …

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Road Test Review – 2015 Nissan Altima 2.5SL is a Serene, Mile-Munching Machine!

February 13, 2019, 4 pmAugust 9, 2015, 12 pm by Tom Burkart

Midsize sedans might not be the sexiest or most desirable segment of the new car market, but they are the gasoline for the American automobile market’s engine. Taken together with pickup trucks, these two body styles of vehicle make up more than a third of all sales annually. The Altima is a big player in this mix: ranking number three behind the Camry and Accord for a whopping 2014 total of 335,000 sold. However you slice it, that is a huge chunk of influence, and a car that many will consider when seeking their next ride. And to wrap up …

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2016 Toyota Avalon Brings New Suspension Tuning, LED + Tech Upgrades and Top-line Touring Trim

February 17, 2019, 7 pmFebruary 12, 2015, 3 pm by Tom Burkart

The 2016 Toyota Avalon is refreshed for Chicago including a number of tweaks to the current style and trim levels, plus a loaded Touring trim to top the model line with sporty dark-grey wheels and grille. All 2016 Avalons benefit from enhanced chassis tuning — with the suspension now delivering a better sport and comfort ride compromise than the current model. Shifted a bit too far toward sporty springs in its 2012 refresh, the Avalon in this generation was never too happy either cruising or handling tight bends at speed. We hope the new model addresses this unhappy handling …

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2015 Toyota Camry and Corolla Special Editions + Revised Avalon Set For Chicago Launch

February 17, 2019, 7 pmFebruary 5, 2015, 9 am by Tom Burkart

Toyota is really on the pulse of culture and style like never before: the best-selling Camry and Corolla have been tweaked for added coolness just ahead of the Chicago Auto Show. There is also a revised 2016 Avalon on the agenda: with tweaked LED designs, updated chassis tuning and a bit of cabin sprucing all likely. Sporty and enthusiast preferences are reflected in the new Camry and Corolla Special Editions – creating the trendy and chic style that guys and gals like us have used to aftermarket to achieve. But as ever, buying a Camry or Corolla can be done …

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2016 Ford Explorer Sport Inside and Out in 28 New Photos from Houston

February 22, 2019, 3 pmJanuary 22, 2015, 8 pm by Tom Burkart

Thrilled to see the 2016 Explorer is progressing and evolving into an even better seven-seat SUV: new engines, new luxury and tech inside, and new style outside are all very promising. Even more exciting for shoppers than the new Platinum trim level at the top of the ladder? All new colors for every trim level – even the base Explorer 2.3-liter EcoBoost from $31,000. We’ve prepared this animated colors visualizer with half an eye toward file sizes. Previous Mustang and 2015 Edge color articles have nearly broken the poor interwebs under the weight of 400-plus images. =] …

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2016 Ford Explorer Colors and Pricing – Animated Turntables in Every Color!

February 22, 2019, 3 pmDecember 16, 2014, 6 pm by Tom Burkart

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GEMBALLA GT Cabrio – See and Hear The Amazing Porsche 911 Carrera Upgrade

February 17, 2019, 7 pmNovember 3, 2014, 8 am by Tom Burkart

In case the gorgeous new front and rear fascias were not enough to make you love the Gemballa GT Cabrio, check out these audio samples of the dual-mode exhaust below! (update: these audio clips appear broken or do not work in every browser. Sorry) Full Power – Exhaust Valve Open / Closed Startup – Exhaust Valve Open / Closed GEMBALLA GT Cabrio An Open Show of Carbon and Emotion GEMBALLA GT aerodynamic and technology package for the Porsche 991 Carrera S Convertible The Porsche 991 Carrera S Convertible combines speed …

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Road Test Review – 2014 Lexus GS350 AWD Is Quick And Balanced with Killer 835W Audio System

February 17, 2019, 8 pmOctober 19, 2014, 9 pm by Ken "Hawkeye" Glassman

By Special Contributor Ken Glassman Photos Include the 2015 GS350 F Sport Crafted Line EXTERIOR Refreshed in 2013, the Lexus GS350 remains about the same for the 2014 model year. For whatever reason, the mid-size Lexus has never been a great selling model, maybe because it goes up against some stiff competition from the European models like the Audi A6, Mercedes E-Class, BMW’s 5-Series, and even the excellent Cadillac CTS. But the GS350 and its GS hybrid cousin are still very fine automobiles, and should appeal to anyone looking for a mid-size luxury car. The power comes from …

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