2014 Chevrolet Impala

The redesigned from the ground up 2014 Impala will be offered with two 4-cylinder units, a new 2.5-liter delivering 195hp and 187 lb-ft (253 Nm) of torque and a 182hp 2.4-liter unit with GM's eAssist “mini hybrid” system, plus a 3.6-liter V6 that generates 305hp and 264 lb-ft (358Nm) of torque. All engines are linked to a six-speed automatic transmission as standard. GM said that the 3.6L version will be the first to hit showrooms next...

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Audi Q8

 Audi has given the green light for a new crossover possibly named Q8 that will be based on the next-generation Touareg/Q7/Cayenne platform with a launch date in 2017. The powers-that-be at Ingolstadt have decided that the “regular” Q SUVs will have odd numbers, i.e. Q3, Q5 and Q7 while their sportier offspring will get even-numbers (Q4, Q6 and Q8). Thus, the Q8 won’t be your normal luxo-barge on stilts but a more stylish, coupe-like...

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2013 Honda CR-Z

 The CR-Z gains an all-new Lithium-Ion battery that improves performance, and at the same time, mpg ratings, along with styling upgrades to the exterior and interior. Thanks to the new battery, assist from the electric motor has increased from 10 kW to 15 kW. As a result, the combined output from the 1.5-liter gasoline unit and the electric motor is 130hp at 6,000rpm and 140 lb-ft. of torque (127 lb-ft. on CVT-equipped models), a gain...

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