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		<title>Dear Cadillac &#8211; Enough With The &#8216;Green Hell&#8217; Ads: Video</title>
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		<pubDate>Wed, 08 Feb 2012 19:28:19 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Kurt Ernst</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[We get it: Cadillac wants the world to know that its new ATS compact sedan is as good as a BMW 3-Series sedan. We’ll reserve judgement until we actually get a chance to drive an ATS (preferably back-to-back with a comparable, 2012 BMW 3-Series), but we sincerely hope that Cadillac doesn’t pull a bait-and-switch on [...]]]></description>
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<p>We get it: Cadillac wants the world to know that its new ATS compact sedan is as good as a BMW 3-Series sedan. We’ll reserve judgement until we actually get a chance to drive an ATS (preferably back-to-back with a comparable, 2012 BMW 3-Series), but we sincerely hope that Cadillac doesn’t pull a bait-and-switch on us. The 3-Series line includes a lot of different models, so if you’re emphasizing the “sport sedan” characteristics of the ATS, it’s only fair to throw down against the new 3-Series Sport Line, with the variable sport steering and the adaptive M suspension.</p>
<p>And while we’re complaining, enough with using the “Green Hell” Nürburgring Nordschleife reference in every single ad. That horse has been flogged to death; in fact, it’s been flogged to death, buried, dug up, flogged some more and then buried again. It’s clear: you tested the ATS on one of the world’s most challenging racetracks to fine-tune the suspension, chassis, throttle and brake settings. That should yield a sedan with impressive handling, but we won’t know until we drive one.</p>
<p>We’ve got some concerns about the 270-horsepower turbo four that Cadillac is using in the ATS, too. We’ve driven the engine in Buick Regal GS trim, and to be honest, it wasn’t that impressive. Granted, the ATS is a lighter car, and its rear-drive platform will certainly improve handling. Still, we can’t help but think that Cadillac is setting some unreasonable expectations of the new ATS before the car even hits the streets.</p>
<p>If it’s as good as you’re telling us, finding buyers won’t be a problem. If it isn’t, all the “Green Hell” references in the world won’t help to move inventory.</p>
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		<title>2013 Hyundai Elantra Coupe Introduced at Chicago Auto Show</title>
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		<pubDate>Wed, 08 Feb 2012 15:16:25 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Malcolm Hogan</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[The Chicago Auto Show has many surprises this year including a new 2013 Hyundai Elantra Coupe to compete with other Asian compact coupes on the market. It doesn’t take much brain power to realize that Hyundai has taken aim on rivals such as the Honda Civic Coupe when you look at the design of the [...]]]></description>
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<p>The <a title="Chicago Auto Show" href="http://www.automotiveaddicts.com/tag/chicago-auto-show" target="_blank">Chicago Auto Show</a> has many surprises this year including a new 2013 Hyundai Elantra Coupe to compete with other Asian compact coupes on the market. It doesn’t take much brain power to realize that Hyundai has taken aim on rivals such as the Honda Civic Coupe when you look at the design of the 2013 Hyundai Elantra Coupe alone.</p>
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<p>The new 2013 Hyundai Elantra Coupe will be powered by a 1.8-liter 4-cylinder engine with an output of 148 horsepower and 131 lb-ft. of torque mated to either a 6-speed manual transmission or 6-speed automatic.</p>
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<p>The design of the 2013 Elantra Coupe is said to be a unique “Fluidic Sculpture”. Best of all, the new 2013 Elantra Coupe 6-speed manual transmission version will tout a 40-mpg highway rating and feature a longer wheelbase and over-all width than that of the Honda Civic Coupe. The new 2013 Elantra Coupe actually has been slotted into the mid-sized category because of its larger dimensions. The 2013 Elantra Coupe looks to be a winner in my book already just from its looks. It is sure to be a winner in other books considering the 4-door Hyundai Elantra took the crown for <a title="2012 Detroit Auto Show: Hyundai Elantra Crowned 2012 North American Car of the Year" href="http://www.automotiveaddicts.com/26026/2012-detroit-auto-show-hyundai-elantra-crowned-2012-north-american-car-of-the-year" target="_blank">2012 North American Car of the Year</a>.</p>
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<p>Hit up the full press release below of the all-new 2013 Hyundai Elantra Coupe below for additional details and specifications.</p>
<p><strong>2013 Hyundai Elantra Coupe Press Release</strong></p>
<blockquote><p><strong>HYUNDAI ADDS SPORT COUPE VARIANT TO ITS AWARD-WINNING ELANTRA LINE-UP</strong></p>
<p>North American Car of the Year Winner adds Sport Coupe Design and Technology Chemistry to the Proven Elantra Formula</p>
<p>CHICAGO, Feb. 8, 2012 – Hyundai today introduced a new sport coupe variant to its industry-leading Elantra line-up at the 2012 Chicago Auto Show. This two-door coupe model of the Elantra sedan, available this spring, will attract even more buyers to the Elantra line-up, further expanding its appeal to savvy consumers. It offers many of the same attributes that made the sedan version a sales success, while broadening its market reach to youthful, sporty buyers willing to forgo four-door versatility for coupe design appeal. The 2013 Elantra Coupe marks the continuing evolution of Hyundai&#8217;s &#8220;Fluidic Sculpture&#8221; design theme with sporty design language, while assuming a compact coupe segment leadership position with an eco-efficient powertrain, generous convenience features, exceptional roominess and abundant safety features.</p>
<p><strong>HIGHLIGHTS FOR 2013 ELANTRA COUPE</strong><br />
• Unique &#8220;Fluidic Sculpture&#8221; two-door coupe design language<br />
• 1.8-liter &#8220;Nu&#8221; Dual Continuously Variable Valve Timing (D-CVVT) engine<br />
• In-house-developed six-speed manual and automatic transmissions<br />
• 40-mpg highway rating (estimated) on M/T model<br />
• Eleven percent more fuel efficient than Honda Civic Coupe M/T<br />
• Longer wheelbase, overall length and width than Civic Coupe for a more comfortable, roomy interior cabin<br />
• Standard VSM, ESC, TCS, ABS with Brake Assist and EBD<br />
• 7-inch touch-screen navigation with rearview camera and iPod®/USB inputs<br />
• Bluetooth® hands-free phone system with voice recognition<br />
• Proximity-key entry with electronic push-button start</p>
<p>Elantra Coupe is the latest vehicle in Hyundai&#8217;s 7/11 product initiative (seven new models in the next eleven months), following the Azera and Genesis Coupe.</p>
<p>The 2013 Elantra Coupe represents a modern approach to the sporty coupe segment, using youth-oriented design and premium features offered with Hyundai&#8217;s strong value proposition. The 2013 Elantra Coupe poses intriguing questions:</p>
<p>• Why can&#8217;t a sporty coupe combine generous interior space with sleek design?<br />
• Why pay premium coupe prices to get advanced safety and technology features?<br />
• Why can&#8217;t a fun-to-drive sporty coupe offer 40-mpg fuel economy?</p>
<p><strong>&#8220;FLUIDIC SCULPTURE&#8221; DESIGN LANGUAGE</strong><br />
Elantra Coupe takes Hyundai&#8217;s dynamic &#8220;Fluidic Sculpture&#8221; design principles to the next level. &#8220;Fluidic Sculpture&#8221; design language replicates the interaction of wind with rigid surfaces to create a perception of fluid in motion.</p>
<p>Hyundai&#8217;s signature hexagonal front fascia opening and jeweled swept-back headlights give Elantra Coupe a lean, aggressive demeanor. Fog lights and available side mirror repeater lamps complement the view from the front.</p>
<p>From the side, Elantra Coupe conveys a wedge-like sport coupe silhouette with deeply sculpted surfaces. SE model sporty five-spoke 17-inch alloy wheels with dark spoke inserts add a dynamic presence, while fast A- and C-pillar angles frame a sharply tapered greenhouse, further accentuating the wedge profile. Just below the belt line, a prominent character line carries from the door through to the rear deck. Wheel arch creases give a subtle flared appearance around front and rear wheels, for a wide and aggressive presence. Further, a beveled rocker panel rounds out the lean and muscular effect.</p>
<p>From the rear, a blacked-out rear diffuser valance contrasts with dual chrome-tipped exhaust tips, and the SE model deck lid incorporates a lip spoiler design element.<br />
These sculpted surfaces serve to create a highly aerodynamic body. The drag coefficient for the Elantra Coupe is an exceptionally low 0.28 Cd, resulting in minimal cabin noise intrusion and optimal fuel economy. Elantra Coupe was designed at Hyundai&#8217;s North American Design Center in Irvine, Calif.</p>
<p><strong>40-MPG POWERTRAIN</strong><br />
Under the hood, the Elantra Coupe is powered by the same 1.8-liter Nu four-cylinder engine with 148 horsepower (estimated) and 131 lb-ft of torque (estimated) found in the Elantra sedan (145 horsepower and 130 lb-ft of torque for Elantra Coupe PZEV). This high power-density 4-cylinder puts out a full six percent more horsepower than the Civic Coupe 1.8-liter. Thanks to advanced clean engine technology, most Elantra Coupes sold in California, Oregon and several Northeast states are certified as Partial Zero Emission Vehicles (PZEV) by the EPA. The PZEV Elantra Coupe is as clean as many hybrid electric vehicles, without the extra technological complexity and cost. The PZEV Elantra Coupe helps Hyundai meet and exceed its environmental requirements. Outside of these &#8220;green&#8221; states, the Elantra Coupe is available as an Ultra Low Emission Vehicle (ULEV).</p>
<p><strong>Elantra Coupe 1.8-liter Dual CVVT (Nu Engine Family)</strong><br />
Key Engine Components<br />
• Aluminum block and head<br />
• Dual Continuously Variable Valve Timing (D-CVVT)<br />
• Variable Induction System (VIS)<br />
• Roller swing arm and Hydraulic Lash Adjusters (HLA)<br />
• Electronic throttle control<br />
• Offset crankshaft<br />
The Nu engine features an aluminum block with a cast-iron cylinder liner, cylinder head and crank. This unique configuration results in a block that is 30 percent lighter than an iron block, shedding more than 74 pounds of engine mass, while still providing equivalent strength.</p>
<p>The 1.8-liter Nu also offers Dual Continuously Variable Valve Timing (D-CVVT) camshafts and hydraulic engine mounts for optimum power, efficiency and refinement. Using D-CVVT on both camshafts has several advantages when compared with using it just on the intake camshaft. These advantages include a two-percent improvement in performance (via increased volumetric efficiency), two-percent improvement in fuel economy (via reduced pumping losses) and a 30 percent reduction in hydrocarbon emissions. In the valvetrain, roller swing arms and hydraulic lash adjusters reduce valve-driven friction to improve fuel economy one percent compared with direct valve tappets. The Nu engine also features a maintenance-free silent timing chain to enhance durability and reduce noise, vibration and harshness (NVH).</p>
<p>A plastic two-stage Variable Intake System (VIS) enables intake air to be directed between long and short intake manifolds, resulting in a broad, linear power band. This results in a four-percent improvement in performance, a 15 percent reduction in cost and 30 percent reduction in weight, when compared with aluminum.</p>
<p>Another technology Hyundai engineers have incorporated into the Elantra Coupe is an electronic throttle control. Electronic throttle control replaces the conventional cable and mechanical linkage with instantaneous computerized control. This system accurately controls air intake and engine torque, improving drivability, response and fuel economy.</p>
<p>To further improve fuel economy, Elantra Coupe applies double-pipe plumbing technology to the internal heat exchanger. Double-pipe plumbing improves cabin cooling efficiency, while minimizing compressor size, reducing fuel consumption. In addition, an externally-controlled variable compressor is used to improve fuel efficiency when compared with an internal variable compressor.</p>
<p>The Nu four-cylinder engine also has an offset crankshaft design that reduces friction and pressure between the piston and cylinder wall for a one-percent improvement in fuel economy.</p>
<p>Elantra Coupe&#8217;s fuel economy is estimated at 29 mpg city, 40 mpg highway for the six-speed manual transmission, and 28 mpg city, 39 mpg highway for the six-speed automatic transmission. These ratings give Elantra Coupe a highway-only driving range of up to 500 miles.</p>
<p><strong>SIX-SPEED TRANSMISSIONS</strong><br />
The Elantra Coupe can be equipped with a six-speed manual (M6CF3-1) or automatic (A6GF1) transaxle with SHIFTRONIC® manual control. Hyundai now has in-house six-speed automatic transmissions in its small, medium and large FWD cars. Hyundai is also only one of four global car manufacturers building in-house unique six-speed automatic transmissions.</p>
<p>The six-speed automatic is 11 pounds lighter than Hyundai&#8217;s global five-speed. It is considerably simpler, having 62 fewer parts, for greater durability, lighter weight and lower cost. It also features an ultra-flat torque converter that shortens the unit&#8217;s overall length by 0.43 inches, while being 2.6 pounds lighter.</p>
<p>This transmission, mated to the 1.8-liter Nu engine, helps Elantra Coupe deliver improved fuel efficiency – 11 percent more than its closest competitor, the Honda Civic Coupe.</p>
<p>The Elantra Coupe&#8217;s six-speed manual transmission offers positive shift feel and further optimizes powertrain performance. Shifting performance is facilitated by durable triple-cone synchronizers for first and second gears, with double-cones for third gear and a single-cone for fourth, fifth and sixth gears.</p>
<p><strong>OVERALL DIMENSIONS</strong><br />
The Elantra Coupe rides on a 106.3-inch wheelbase, an overall length of 178.7 inches, 69.9-inch width, and 56.5 inch height for uncompromised headroom. Elantra&#8217;s total interior volume of 110.2 cubic feet exceeds the 2012 Honda Civic Coupe and 2012 Kia Forte Koup by large margins. The Coupe&#8217;s long wheelbase allows for compact coupe efficiency with class-above relative comfort levels. Elantra Coupe&#8217;s trunk volume at 14.8 cubic feet also beats Civic Coupe and Kia Forte.</p>
<p><strong>ELANTRA COUPE ARCHITECTURE</strong><br />
The Elantra Coupe is fitted with a McPherson strut front suspension, with coil springs and gas shock absorbers. The rear suspension is a lightweight coupled torsion beam rear design for enhanced steering stability and monotube shock absorbers for ride comfort and control. A substantial 22.0-mm diameter front stabilizer bar helps reduce body roll and turn-in response when cornering. Steering knuckle design, torsion beam rigidity and damper tuning have all been recalibrated for sportier handling and steering responsiveness compared with Elantra sedan. In addition, Elantra Coupe offers a sportier SE model suspension calibration that is optimized for its lower-profile P215/45R17 tire.</p>
<p>All Elantra Coupes have column-mounted, motor-driven electric power steering (MDPS) that adjusts instantly to changing driving conditions while improving fuel economy over a hydraulic steering system. A quick-ratio steering rack is used for crisp feel on turn-in.</p>
<p>World-class weight efficiency was a key program target for the Elantra Coupe engineering team. As a result, Elantra Coupe leads the Kia Koup in weight efficiency, while leading the Civic Coupe in power-to-weight ratio; both are key measures of overall powertrain and structural efficiency.</p>
<p>High-strength steel in Elantra Coupe&#8217;s structure allows the suspension to work with precision in all driving conditions. This weight-efficient unibody architecture allows for Elantra Coupe to achieve an estimated 40-mpg EPA highway rating, without the need for a special eco model and its incremental costs.</p>
<p><strong>SPORTY, SOPHISTICATED INTERIOR</strong><br />
Inside the Elantra Coupe, customers will find Hyundai&#8217;s expertise in interior packaging, lighting, leading-edge design and craftsmanship. This approach is visible in gauge clarity and the tilt and telescopic steering wheel. Seat construction uses lightweight materials and environmentally-friendly foam for further benefits to fuel efficiency. Elantra Coupe seat design also provides deeper side bolsters compared with Elantra sedan for sportier driving. Heated seats are standard equipment on all Elantra Coupes, while the SE model offers sporty aluminum pedals.</p>
<p>The Elantra Coupe offers two interior color choices, gray and black, available with either the GS or SE trim. All Elantra Coupes have cloth-like pillar trim made of fibrous tissue and volcanic rock for a premium look, feel and minimal environmental impact. Elantra Coupe will offer seven exterior colors, three of which are unique from Elantra sedan color choices: Monaco White Black Noir Pearl and Volcanic Red.</p>
<p>Elantra Coupe is available with two audio systems. Standard is a 172-watt AM/FM/Satellite Radio/CD/MP3 audio system with six-speakers and iPod®/USB/auxiliary input jacks. A 360-watt system with external amplifier is optional with the SE Technology package.</p>
<p>Touch-screen navigation is available on SE trim and includes a high-resolution 7.0-inch screen and voice-activation by headliner-mounted microphone. The sound system plays compact discs, accesses digital music files via Bluetooth streaming audio or allows driver and passenger to access their personal listening devices through the iPod/USB/auxiliary inputs. Bluetooth audio wirelessly streams music from select mobile phones to the head unit. The XM Satellite Radio interface is also integrated into the navigation unit and features channel logos, real-time NavTraffic and XM Data services, such as XM NavWeather®, XM Stock Ticker and XM Sports Ticker. The system also integrates a rear-view camera, which cannot be found on the Honda Civic Coupe or Kia Koup. Users can even upload personal pictures from a USB rather than a CD to be displayed on the system&#8217;s home screen.</p>
<p>Elantra Coupe owners can also get premium features, such as proximity key with push-button start, leather seating surfaces, heated front seats, power sunroof, and dual automatic temperature control with Clean Air Ionizer and auto-defogger.</p>
<p><strong>ADVANCED STANDARD SAFETY TECHNOLOGIES: PART OF HYUNDAI&#8217;S ASSURANCE COMMITMENT</strong><br />
The Elantra Coupe takes compact coupe safety to the next level with the introduction of Vehicle Stability Management (VSM). Similar to the one found in the Hyundai Equus, VSM optimally manages ESC (Electronic Stability Control) and the Motor-Driven electric Power Steering (MDPS).</p>
<p>VSM works to control two effects. The first is when a driver accelerates or brakes on a split-mu surface (slippery on one side, dry pavement on the other) and the vehicle wants to pull in one direction. VSM detects this condition and sends a signal to the MDPS to apply steering assist. VSM counters the pull and automatically provides eight Newton meters of counter steering force. VSM reacts the same way during sudden lane changes or fast cornering. ESC is still not standard on the Civic Coupe.</p>
<p>Elantra Coupe features six airbags-including dual front, front seat-mounted side-impact, and front and rear side curtain airbag.</p>
<p>The Elantra Coupe also features a state-of-the-art braking package. The package includes four-wheel disc brakes and an Anti-Lock Braking System (ABS) including Brake Assist, which provides maximum braking force when a panic stop is detected, and Electronic Brake-force Distribution (EBD), to automatically adjust the braking force to front and rear axles based on vehicle loading conditions and driving dynamics. Elantra Coupe engineers even looked at something as simple as the parking brake for an integrated rear parking brake caliper for weight reduction.</p>
<p>In terms of passive safety, the Elantra Coupe has strong unibody construction, along with front and rear crumple zones to effectively absorb and dissipate impact energy away from cabin occupants.</p>
<p><strong>HYUNDAI MOTOR AMERICA</strong><br />
Hyundai Motor America, headquartered in Costa Mesa, Calif., is a subsidiary of Hyundai Motor Co. of Korea. Hyundai vehicles are distributed throughout the United States by Hyundai Motor America and are sold and serviced through more than 800 dealerships nationwide. All Hyundai vehicles sold in the U.S. are covered by the Hyundai Assurance program, which includes the 5-year/60,000-mile fully transferable new vehicle warranty, Hyundai&#8217;s 10-year/100,000-mile powertrain warranty, and five years of complimentary Roadside Assistance.</p>
<p>For more details on Hyundai Assurance, please visit www.HyundaiAssurance.com</p></blockquote>
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		<title>Ford Shows Topless Mustang Shelby GT500 In Chicago</title>
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		<pubDate>Wed, 08 Feb 2012 14:30:04 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Kurt Ernst</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[If you like a little extra velocity with your sun-in-the-face, wind-in-your hair convertible experience, here’s some good news: Ford is showing its Mustang Shelby GT500 ragtop at this week’s Chicago Auto Show. Like its hardtop sibling, the drop-top Shelby comes packing a blown 5.8-liter V-8, good for some 650 horsepower. To translate that into real-world [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<div id="attachment_26654" class="wp-caption alignnone" style="width: 595px"><a href="http://www.automotiveaddicts.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/02/13ShelbyGT500-cnvtbl_01.jpg" rel="shadowbox[sbpost-26652];player=img;"><img src="http://www.automotiveaddicts.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/02/13ShelbyGT500-cnvtbl_01-585x337.jpg" alt="" title="2013 Ford Shelby GT500 convertible" width="585" height="337" class="size-medium wp-image-26654" /></a><p class="wp-caption-text">The 2013 Ford Shelby GT500 convertible. Image: Ford Motor Company</p></div>
<p>If you like a little extra velocity with your sun-in-the-face, wind-in-your hair convertible experience, here’s some good news: Ford is showing its Mustang Shelby GT500 ragtop at this week’s Chicago Auto Show. Like its hardtop sibling, the drop-top Shelby comes packing a blown 5.8-liter V-8, good for some 650 horsepower. To translate that into real-world performance, the new Shelby convertible can lap the legendary Sebring circuit nearly three-and-a-half seconds quicker than the model it replaces. <span id="more-26652"></span></p>
<p>Like the coupe, the convertible is meant to pull double duty as a daily driver and weekend track car (although hot-lapping with most organizations will require a braced roll bar). Add the optional Performance Package, and you’ll get electronically adjustable Bilstein dampers that can be set to “Normal” for the daily grind, or to “Sport” for maximum performance at the cost of some ride comfort. Opt for the Track Package, and you’ll also get engine oil, rear differential and transmission coolers.</p>
<div id="attachment_26655" class="wp-caption alignnone" style="width: 595px"><a href="http://www.automotiveaddicts.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/02/13ShelbyGT500-cnvtbl_02.jpg" rel="shadowbox[sbpost-26652];player=img;"><img src="http://www.automotiveaddicts.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/02/13ShelbyGT500-cnvtbl_02-585x360.jpg" alt="" title="2013 Ford Shelby GT500 convertible" width="585" height="360" class="size-medium wp-image-26655" /></a><p class="wp-caption-text">The 2013 Ford Shelby GT500 convertible. Image: Ford Motor Company</p></div>
<p>Ensuring that the new Shelby stops as well as it goes, Ford has upgraded the Brembo braking system on new Shelby models as well. Front calipers are now six-piston units, and both front and rear rotor diameter is increased. Ensuring that drivers get eye-popping deceleration, Ford has opted to use high-friction brake pads on Shelby models, too.</p>
<p>The only drawback we can see is that Ford is limiting the top speed of the Shelby convertible to 155 miles per hour, probably because the top can’t withstand higher speeds. That’s still plenty fast, but it’s not as fast as the claimed 200 mph top speed of the new Shelby GT500 coupe.</p>
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		<title>2013 Nissan 370Z Previewed Before Chicago Auto Show w/ Video</title>
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		<pubDate>Tue, 07 Feb 2012 21:28:02 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Darryl</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[The Nissan Z has been a thriving Japanese 2-seater sports coupe for many years. The latest 370Z, over the course of its generation, has received subtle styling updates making it better and better. For 2013, the Nissan 370Z receives a refreshed front fascia taking it back to somewhat of the 350Z’s style only integrating daytime [...]]]></description>
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<p>The Nissan Z has been a thriving Japanese 2-seater sports coupe for many years. The latest 370Z, over the course of its generation, has received subtle styling updates making it better and better. For 2013, the Nissan 370Z receives a refreshed front fascia taking it back to somewhat of the 350Z’s style only integrating daytime running LED lights and a few more curves. Together, the new front-end design is welcomed aspect of the 2013 model especially since the 370Z’s outgoing front bumper with its fangs was not well received by some enthusiasts.</p>
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<p>The engine choice for the 2013 Nissan 370Z will remain the same with a 3.7-liter VQ-series DOHC V6 pumping out 332 horsepower, while the Nismo 370Z gets 350 horsepower. Other notable changes for 2013 include a revised dashboard gauge cluster with a darker background to make it easier to read the LED backlit instruments, and newly styled 19-inch Rays Forged wheels.</p>
<p><a href="http://www.automotiveaddicts.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/02/2013-nissan-370z-4.jpg" rel="shadowbox[sbpost-26637];player=img;"><img class="alignnone size-medium wp-image-26647" title="2013-nissan-370z-4" src="http://www.automotiveaddicts.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/02/2013-nissan-370z-4-585x390.jpg" alt="" width="585" height="390" /></a></p>
<p>The 2013 Nissan 370Z pricing isn’t expected until around the June 2012 release date.</p>

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<p>View the exclusive 2013 Nissan 370Z preview video below.</p>
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		<title>Can Classic Muscle Car&#8217;s Handle, Too? Matt Farah Finds Out: Video</title>
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		<pubDate>Tue, 07 Feb 2012 19:26:20 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Kurt Ernst</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[It’s human nature to look at the past with rose-colored glasses, and remember (incorrectly) how good things “used to be.” Take muscle cars, for example: most of us remember them as being stupid fast and punishing to drive, while today’s equivalents somehow seem more docile and user-friendly. In reality, however, today’s muscle cars and pony [...]]]></description>
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<p>It’s human nature to look at the past with rose-colored glasses, and remember (incorrectly) how good things “used to be.” Take muscle cars, for example: most of us remember them as being stupid fast and punishing to drive, while today’s equivalents somehow seem more docile and user-friendly. In reality, however, today’s muscle cars and pony cars can (generally) kick the crap out of the stuff built four decades ago. <span id="more-26593"></span></p>
<p>That said, even classic muscle cars can be made to handle, which is the premise behind pro touring. It isn’t an easy or inexpensive build, since nearly every suspension and brake component has to be upgraded to gain even reasonable handling by modern standards. Still, if you’re willing to throw enough time and money at the build, even big cars (like the 1970 Dodge Challenger used by Hotchkiss suspension as a rolling showcase) can be made to handle reasonably well.</p>
<p>It may not be an ideal track car, but Matt Farah seems to enjoy driving it at Willow Springs anyway. Get his take on how well the car works in the video below.</p>
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		<title>Video: Side-By-Side Toyota 86 Epic Drift Battle Action</title>
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		<pubDate>Tue, 07 Feb 2012 18:05:32 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Darryl</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Ever since the final conception of the new Toyota 86, aka Scion FR-S or Subaru BRZ, tuners and true automotive enthusiasts have placed their crosshairs on this new inexpensive sports car waiting to see what it is truly capable of. It is no doubt that the new “86”, FR-S or BRZ has quite a bit [...]]]></description>
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<p>Ever since the final conception of the new Toyota 86, aka Scion FR-S or Subaru BRZ, tuners and true automotive enthusiasts have placed their crosshairs on this new inexpensive sports car waiting to see what it is truly capable of. It is no doubt that the new “86”, FR-S or BRZ has quite a bit of potential for tuners, but what about those who are serious about drifting?</p>
<p>The new Scion FR-S, Toyota 86 and Subaru BRZ were designed with the heart of the infamous AE86 Corolla at hand. Because of that, there should be no problem when it comes to going sideways in the new Toyota sports car even in stock form, as the video below demonstrates. The guys taking the Toyota 86 sideways take it a step further by drifting side-by-side another Toyota 86 in this epic drifting battle video below. Enjoy!</p>
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<p>[source: <a href="http://www.0-60mag.com/videos/2012/02/cars-super-epic-toyota-86-drifting-battle-video/" target="_blank">0-60mag</a> via <a href="http://www.youtube.com/watch?feature=player_embedded&amp;v=DAHFQnyX0C0" target="_blank">YouTube</a>]</p>
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		<title>Fisker Lays Off Workers, Attempts To Renegotiate DoE Loans</title>
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		<pubDate>Tue, 07 Feb 2012 14:30:25 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Kurt Ernst</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Extended-range-electric-luxury-sedan builder Fisker appears to have hit a speed bump on the road to success. Faced with back-to-back recalls on its Karma sedan and running short of funding, the start-up automaker was forced to lay off employees and contractors in both California and Delaware. Fisker would also like to renegotiate the terms of loans from [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<div id="attachment_26578" class="wp-caption alignnone" style="width: 595px"><a href="http://www.automotiveaddicts.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/02/Fisker_180_1_1.jpg" rel="shadowbox[sbpost-26577];player=img;"><img src="http://www.automotiveaddicts.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/02/Fisker_180_1_1-585x389.jpg" alt="" title="Fisker_180_1_1" width="585" height="389" class="size-medium wp-image-26578" /></a><p class="wp-caption-text">The Fisker Karma sedan. Image: Fisker Automotive</p></div>
<p>Extended-range-electric-luxury-sedan builder Fisker appears to have hit a speed bump on the road to success. Faced with back-to-back recalls on its Karma sedan and running short of funding, the start-up automaker was forced to lay off employees and contractors in both California and Delaware. Fisker would also like to renegotiate the terms of loans from the U.S. Department of Energy (DoE), in order to access additional funding previously committed. <span id="more-26577"></span></p>
<p>Gone are 40 employees and contractors from Fisker’s Anaheim plant, representing about six percent of the workforce. As <em><a href="http://www.greencarreports.com/news/1072637_fisker-lays-off-workers-seeks-new-government-loan-terms">Green Car Reports</a></em> tells us, layoffs in Wilmington, Delaware (where the Project Nina vehicles are under development) were proportionally higher, with Fisker letting go of 26 employees, representing over a quarter of the workforce.</p>
<p>Fisker obtained $529 million in low-interest funding from the DoE under a program designed to help advanced technology vehicle manufacturers. Accessing the funding required meeting certain milestones, and Fisker has so far tapped some $193 million in DoE funds. Missed deadlines on Project Nina, Fisker’s code name for its next range of electric vehicles, have frozen further access to DoE funding, and the company is currently attempting to renegotiate terms to obtain additional funds.</p>
<p>Like the Chevrolet Volt, the Fisker Karma sedan is a series hybrid, built to run on battery power or power from a gasoline-fueled, range extending generator. Unlike the Volt, the Karma is aimed at luxury buyers, and has a price tag over twice that of Chevy’s extended range EV. In generator mode, however, the Fisker Karma is only rated at 20 mpg combined, far less than the Volt’s combined rating of 37 mpg.</p>
<p>In the Karma’s defense, it’s a stunning design with far more performance potential than the Volt. The cars are aimed at different buyers in different markets, and Fisker is reportedly working on filling existing Karma orders (although the company hasn’t released sales figures to date). </p>
<p>Is this recent trouble just another temporary setback for Fisker, or is it a sign of things to come? We suppose that all depends on how well the Karma is really selling.</p>
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		<title>Rogue Anti-Spyware App &#8216;Security Shield&#8217; Fails to &#8216;Shield&#8217; PCs from Malware</title>
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		<pubDate>Tue, 07 Feb 2012 10:26:54 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Steven</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Security Shield is another malicious program that many PC users have been complaining of. Security Shield is known to conduct itself in a way similar to legitimate security programs. The main issue with Security Shield is that it does not complete its tasks of detecting and removing malware. Security Shield will render pop-up warnings and [...]]]></description>
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<p>Security Shield is another malicious program that many PC users have been complaining of. Security Shield is known to conduct itself in a way similar to legitimate security programs. The main issue with Security Shield is that it does not complete its tasks of detecting and removing malware. Security Shield will render pop-up warnings and system scan results that are actually bogus. Then it claims that it will remove all of the detected threats if a PC user purchases a registered version of Security Shield. Unfortunately, it will not do anything if purchased.</p>
<p>Security Shield is basically a scam. PC users who run across it are strongly urged to utilize a method for removing the Security Shield app and any of its associated files. This process is easily performed if the PC user uses a trusted antispyware app to detect and remove Security Shield. Manual removal is also possible but puts users at risk of causing damage to the Windows registry. Moreover, Security Shield has many associated files that flood different areas of a PCs hard drive that could cause additional issues.</p>
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<p><strong>How Can You Remove Security Shield?</strong></p>
<p>Security Shield can be very difficult to manually remove if you are an inexperienced computer user. Not to mention, Security Shield has been known to populate the Windows Registry with many different entries and removing the wrong entries could render a PC damaged or useless. The use of a reputable antispyware or antivirus tool is recommended to safely remove Security Shield from your Windows computer.</p>
<p>To<strong> <a title="How To Remove Security Shield - Security Shield Removal Guide" href="http://www.spywareremove.com/removesecurityshield.html">easily remove Security Shield</a></strong>, find the following process and end them in the task manager. After that is done, delete each related Security Shield file from your hard drive. In additional to locating the following processes, it is recommended that you delete the Security Shield registry entries listed below as well. It is also a good idea to uninstall the Security Shield application via your add/remove programs function found in the Windows Control Panel if your system recognizes Security Shield has an installed program.</p>
<p><strong>Security Shield files (and folders) to remove:</strong></p>
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<li>%LOCALAPPDATA%\ 246950008.exe</li>
<li>%UserProfile%\AppData\Local\[RANDOM CHARACTERS].exe</li>
<li>%LOCALAPPDATA%\ 6323257655.exe</li>
<li>%LOCALAPPDATA%\ 595230097.exe</li>
<li>c:\Documents and Settings\[USERNAME]\Local Settings\Application Data\[RANDOM CHARACTERS].exe</li>
<li>%LOCALAPPDATA%\ 663846548.exe</li>
<li>%UserProfile%\Local Settings\Application Data\[RANDOM CHARACTERS].exe</li>
</ul>
<p><strong>Security Shield registry entries to remove:</strong></p>
<ul>
<li>HKEY_CURRENT_USER\Software\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\RunOnce “[RANDOM CHARACTERS]“</li>
</ul>
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