A 2nd Generation TT Test Mule was recently involved in a fatality accident in Germany. Reports are that both occupants died, and a special Audi unit was on-site to retrieve the vehicle within 20 minutes. The 2nd Generation Audi TT is set to debut at the New York International Auto Show later this month.

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NEW YORK – General Motors will unveil a dramatically revitalized Saturn lineup with production versions of the all-new 2007 Saturn Aura midsize sedan, Saturn Sky Red Line performance roadster and Saturn Outlook crossover vehicle at the 2006 New York International Auto Show. Continue reading NYIAS 2006: GM at the 2006 New York International Auto Show - Bold New Saturn Lineup

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Gaydon, Warwickshire, 28 March 2006 – The Range Rover Sport, the most dynamic Land Rover ever, now gets an even more exciting look to the new flagship, the Supercharged ‘HST’ specification.

Having received its UK debut at the Goodwood Festival of Speed Press Launch for 2006, the HST adds a host of additional equipment along with dramatic design cues inspired by the Range Stormer concept car, first shown at the Detroit auto show in January 2004.

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March 27, 2006 — TORRANCE, Calif — Celebrating its 20th anniversary as a brand, Acura today announced plans to debut a concept version of the all-new MDX luxury sport-utility vehicle, April 12, at the New York International Auto Show and released an artist’s rendering of the new vehicle. Scheduled to debut later this year, the 2007 Acura MDX will be the second generation of Acura’s luxury SUV to be designed, developed and manufactured exclusively in North America.

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The incredible 1,000bhp Bugatti Veyron made its first appearance at a UK event when it roared up the Goodwood hillclimb on March 23rd during the annual Festival of Speed press launch. There were also debut appearances for the Maserati GranSport Spyder, Prodrive P2 and Range Rover Sport Supercharged HST.

In total, more than 50 important racing cars and motorcycles took part, along with a host of motor sport heroes. Half a dozen great rally drivers were in action both on the hillclimb and the new, improved Forest Rally Stage. Former World Champion Hannu Mikkola, who acted as Goodwood’s consultant on the course design, was joined by fellow World Champion Colin McRae and legendary Monte Carlo Rally winner Rauno Aaltonen, British Champions Russell Brookes and Marcus Dodd, plus former Datsun Works star Tony Fall. Continue reading Bugatti Veyron Makes Its Debut At 2006 Goodwood Festival of Speed

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It will soon take just a bit longer than usual to linger over the Chrysler 300.

Chrysler Group announced today that a new model — the 2007 Chrysler 300 Long Wheelbase — will be on display at the New York International Auto Show, in the Jacob K. Javits Center, April 14-23 in New York City. The Chrysler 300 Long Wheelbase is six inches longer than the current models, providing more than 46 inches of rear legroom and an additional 10.2 cubic feet of interior space. Available this fall, the lengthier Chrysler 300 is expected to attract sales from the livery/limousine industry, as well as retail customers. Continue reading NYIAS 2006: New 2007 Chrysler 300 Long Wheelbase Will Have Extended Run at the New York International Auto Show

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March 20, 2006 -Torrance, CA - Scion, of Toyota Motor Sales, U.S.A., Inc., announced today that the second limited-production Scion for 2006, the tC Release Series 2.0 (tC R.S. 2.0), hits dealer showrooms beginning in mid-April.

The 2006 tC Release Series 2.0 will come in a brilliant Blue Blitz Mica. This limited edition tC features a stainless steel mesh upper and lower front grille and 17-inch alloy wheels that come with a satin metallic finish. The tC’s only factory option, front seat-mounted side airbags and front and rear side curtain airbags, is standard equipment on the R.S. 2.0.

Inside, the tC’s front and rear seats are trimmed with black Alcantara®, a suede-like material that provides passengers better friction grip and is more commonly found in luxury or performance vehicles and on aftermarket racing seats. The tC R.S. 2.0 comes standard with a Pioneer Premium AM/FM/CD audio system with iPod connectivity and color-changing LED display.

A Pioneer six-inch subwoofer with 35-watt maximum power complements the upgraded head unit and is tuned specifically for the tC. This compact subwoofer is mounted in the under-floor storage area, keeping it out of sight and leaving the cargo floor clear. This tC also is equipped with XM Satellite Radio and comes with a paid three-month subscription, wherever XM service is available. An individually numbered brushed stainless steel badge completes the uniqueness of this vehicle.

Only 2,600 units of the tC Release Series 2.0 will be built. The tC Release Series 2.0 model will carry a manufacturer’s suggested retail price (MSRP) of $1,960 over the base price of the tC. The base MSRP for the tC starts at $16,300.

A 2006 tC Release Series 2.0 will be on display in the Scion booth at the New York International Auto Show.

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The all-new 2006 Honda Fit will debut at dealerships nationwide on April 20 with a manufacturer’s suggested retail price of $13,850, American Honda Motor Co., Inc., announced today. The Fit leads the subcompact segment with the most standard feature content in its class, a unique level of interior functionality and a sporty driving character. Continue reading Honda Announces Pricing for All-New 2007 Fit

Toyo Tires®, the “Official Tire of the Ultimate Fighting Championship®”, announces an increase in their sponsorship support of the exciting combat sports series. UFC® boasts an international contingent of fighters that do battle in The Octagon™, a ring that keeps opponents always in conflict. In addition to live audiences, UFC® events are broadcast live on Pay-Per-View, as well as select matches airing on Spike TV. Continue reading Toyo Tires Increases Sponsorship of Ultimate Fighting Championship