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by / on February 27, 2012 at 3:24 pm / in Aston Martin, Auto Shows, BMW, Bugatti, Concepts, Diesel, Fiat, Hybrid/EV, Infiniti, Jaguar, Jeep, Koenigsegg, Maybach, Mini, Porsche, Toyota

My Geneva Motor Show Coverage on AutoTrader.com

I’m covering a list of automakers at this year’s Geneva Motor Show, which starts next week. In fact, with manufacturers already giving us sneak peeks at their latest creations, our coverage at AutoTrader.com has already started. Here are some of the vehicles I’ve previewed ahead of the show: Jeep ConceptsMini Clubvan Concept BMW 6-Series Gran Coupe Aston Martin V12 Zagato […]

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by / on February 3, 2012 at 8:00 am / in Audi, Diesel, Hybrid/EV, Motorsports, Toyota

Brave New World: Hybrid Audis to Race at Le Mans

The eightieth running of the world’s premier endurance automobile racing event will include two prototype sports cars using hybrid technology. Back in 2006, Audi brought diesel-powered rigs to the 24 Hours of Le Mans and has enjoyed great success with these TDI cars. In fact, Audi has taken ten Le Mans victories since 2000.

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by / on November 21, 2011 at 10:26 pm / in Diesel, Odds & Ends

Big Diesel Sighting

I saw this big motor while traveling on I-75. A little research suggests that it’s a Caterpillar 3516, a 69-liter (4210 c.i.) twin-turbo V16 that produces up to 2200 horsepower and requires 106 gallons (424 quarts or over 35 cases) of motor oil.

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by / on November 11, 2011 at 1:36 pm / in Diesel, Mercedes-Benz

2012 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter Pricing

Mercedes-Benz announced pricing for 2012 Sprinter models. I’ve driven two different Sprinters extensively in work applications, one a first-gen cab chassis with a utility body, the other a second-gen LWB high-roof van. I can highly recommend the Sprinter for its utility and its comfort, its power and its efficiency. Model MY 2012 MY 2011 Sprinter Cab Chassis* $35,815 $35,465 Sprinter […]

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by / on November 8, 2011 at 10:26 am / in Diesel, Recalls, Volkswagen

VW TDI Recall: Squeaky Wheels Will Get the Grease

When following up on VW’s voluntary recall of TDI-powered Jetta, Jetta SportWagen and Golf models, one document now included in the NHTSA’s document record stood out. This FAQ for dealers describes how the squeaky wheel will get the grease. Figuratively, that is. Parts to perform the necessary repairs under the program are in short supply, so vehicles that are “down” […]

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