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Until recently the Pontiac G8 GT was "fastest car under $30 grand". We say "was" because today GM announced will be raising the base GT sticker price $1,365.00 to $31,365.00. All 2009 G8's will come standard with XM Radio and eventually Bluetooth connectivity; both options deeply missed on the 2008 model. The G8 V6 base price will remain at $27,995.00. The G8 GT is powered by a 361 hp 6.0L V-8 engine. (...)

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The Tony Hawk Foundation is auctioning a one-of-a-kind 2007 Jeep Wrangler Rubicon Unlimited, customized by Tony Hawk and DUB. The Wrangler Unlimited Rubicon 4x4 has been tricked-out with 24" TIS 09 wheels, Toyo off-road tires, a custom 9" body lift, skateboard racks, and Birdhouse skateboards. Inside you'll find 7" monitors in the headrests, embroidered Tony Hawk logo on the seats, an Alpine DVD Headunit System, a Custom Fiberglass Subwoofer Box, plus many more unique (...)

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Leading automotive coating specialist Zircotec has been selected by Automobili Lamborghini to supply a new thermal barrier for its one million Euro Reventon car. Zircotec’s plasma-sprayed Diamond Black coating is applied to the exhaust and inhibits heat transfer from the tailpipe protecting heat sensitive components from damage. “Lamborghini needed a durable solution that protected the composite bodywork and components at the rear of the car,” says Zircotec’s sales manager (...)

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After we showed you what you can do to customize your Lamborghini with the help of Strut accessories, today we present the Elite Carbon rear diffuser for the Ferrari F430. With a step ahead of the competition, Elite Carbon builds its accessories with 100% carbon fiber without using fiberglass or other materials. The manufacture process includes no hand cutting due to the fact that the part is digitized into a computer system which cuts the material perfect every time. With the new rear (...)

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GM seems to be at big risk regarding the reveal of the Chevy Volt. But representatives of the company are very confident and declare that the new model will work on time and as promised in terms of high quality and technology. Beyond this great confidence though there are big problems with getting the Volt technology up-to-speed within its timeframes. Another serious difficulty is with the lithium-ion battery pack. There are two companies fighting to win the contract and it seems that (...)

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Opel introduces a first: A camera that aids drivers in two different ways. The Traffic Sign Recognition function reads speed limit and no-passing signs and displays them on the instrument panel. The Lane Departure Warning alerts drivers when they unintentionally veer out of their lane. Together, these two systems improve driving safety, reduce stress and can even prevent costly speeding tickets. “These new features follow Opel’s philosophy of enhancing driving excitement by (...)

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