"Transformers" Bumblebee Camaro Headed For Auction

There aren't a lot of good things to say about the "Transformers" movie franchise. In fact, anything beyond the first movie was basically unnecessary, and the fourth installment, "Transformers: Age of Extinction," may be the worst of them all. Well, at least it featured some cool cars. One of those cars, the "Bumblebee" 1969 Chevrolet Camaro, is... from High Gear Media Network Feed http://ift.tt/1OnE242 via IFT...

Read More

How Will Auto Safety Ratings Change In The Future?

Car safety has evolved at a rapid pace—a pace that likely wouldn’t be what it is if it weren’t so carefully monitored by two major safety agencies in the U.S. They’re the federal government’s National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, which oversees NCAP testing, and the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety... from High Gear Media Network Feed http://ift.tt/1Ovf9za via IFT...

Read More

President Obama Visits With Jerry Seinfeld On 'Comedians In Cars Getting Coffee': Video

He may be the President of the United States of America and the leader of the free world, but, according to Jerry Seinfeld, he's gotten off just enough one-liners to qualify to be on 'Comedians In Cars Getting Coffee.' Seinfeld kicked off the seventh season of his Crackle web series with his biggest "get" yet, President Barack Obama. The other... from High Gear Media Network Feed http://ift.tt/1Ozoo7J via IFT...

Read More

Next Alfa Romeo Giulietta Could Share Giulia's Rear-Drive Platform: Report

According to a report by the British magazine Auto Express, the upcoming Alfa Romeo Giulietta compact hatchback could share its architecture with the rear-wheel-drive Giulia sedan. The all-new Giulia is scheduled for release during the second quarter of 2016, both as a 505-horsepower Quadrifoglio model and as a 276-horsepower base model. A new... from High Gear Media Network Feed http://ift.tt/1R1SwJF via IFT...

Read More

Audi to showcase three new cars at Delhi Auto Expo 2016

Manufacturers are gearing up to display their new launches at what is one of Asia's largest auto shows. Out of the world's major luxury carmakers, Audi, has announced that it will be showcasing three new cars at the Auto Expo 2016. They're as follows. New Generation Audi R8 V10: The next iteration of Audi's supercar will be present at the Auto Expo 2016. The new generation Audi R8 V10 is a more powerful and dynamic-looking supercar compared to...

Read More

Chrysler Releases Arsenal Of Democracy Documentary: Video

In late 1940, Europe was at war while America was still on the sidelines. However, we knew we had to do something, and on December 29 of that year, President Franklin Roosevelt made a speech that would set the auto industry in motion. It would become known as the 'Arsenal of Democracy' speech, and it put Chrysler on a path to making war materiel... from High Gear Media Network Feed http://ift.tt/1Oncg7V via IFT...

Read More

Toyota GT 86 GRMN, 2016 BMW i8, 2017 Infiniti QX30: Car News Headlines

Toyota has rolled out a special edition GT 86, and the changes made to the car may just preview some updates planned for the Scion FR-S. Among the changes is a more powerful engine. BMW’s i8 was a new addition for the 2014 model year, yet it still remains one of the most advanced offerings in the new car market. Our colleagues at The Car... from High Gear Media Network Feed http://ift.tt/1YUeU6y via IFT...

Read More

The Story Behind The BMW E46 M3: Video

Few cars are as storied as the BMW M3. The feel behind the wheel, the mind-bending performance figures, and the racetrack heroics have all made it a legend. And over the years, it has spawned a raft of imitators that have added more spice to the market while often failing to live up to the benchmark. We've already seen how BMW developed the... from High Gear Media Network Feed http://ift.tt/22Aw2TC via IFT...

Read More

2016 BMW i8, 2016 Ford F-150, Toyota GT 86 GRMN: What’s New @ The Car Connection

From The Car Connection: 2016 BMW i8 Review The 2016 BMW i8 blends a stunning coupe design with a slew of advanced technology underneath; the plug-in hybrid powertrain, and its corresponding efficiency, may be all but irrelevant. 2016 Ford F-150 Review The 2016 Ford F-150, fresh off a transformation that made it leaner yet much-improved in most... from High Gear Media Network Feed http://ift.tt/1mTqKCc via IFT...

Read More

2012-2013 Audi A6, A7 Recalled To Fix Airbag Problem

Volkswagen Group of America has announced a recall of more than 21,000 Audi A6 and A7 vehicles from the 2012 and 2013 model years. According the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, some of those vehicles may suffer from electrical flaws that could prevent airbags from deploying during collisions. The problems appear limited to vehicles... from High Gear Media Network Feed http://ift.tt/1mTqKCf via IFT...

Read More

New Tests, New Crash Dummies, And More Changes In Store At NHTSA

The past couple of years have not been kind to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, but it appears NHTSA has learned from its mistakes and is making a concerted effort to do better in the future. NHTSA has always been a scapegoat for automakers and elected officials, but recently, two headline-grabbing recalls -- one involving... from High Gear Media Network Feed http://ift.tt/1Ts0mJO via IFT...

Read More

Jeep to bring three models to India

Fiat has been considering bringing the Jeep brand to India for a while. The Italian car maker initially declared the launch of the Jeep brand in India in 2013 but that was postponed due to price related issues. Now though, it seems that the launch is finally around the corner. With the launch of its Indian website and recent activity on all social media platforms it seems evident that the launch is around the corner. Two years back when Jeep was...

Read More

Ring In The New Year With The Best Supercar Sounds Of 2015: Video

As you get ready to go out and celebrate the start of the new year, here’s a video to bring your octane levels to the max. It’s a compilation made by YouTube user cvdzijden of some of the best performance cars and supercars seen this year, with their engines screaming. Regular readers may recognize some of the clips which feature cars... from High Gear Media Network Feed http://ift.tt/1kw00FW via IFT...

Read More

The Most Researched Cars Of 2015

Research is, without question, one of the most important parts of car shopping. Not too long ago, you might have made a couple of trips to the dealership, test-driven a few models, and then struck a deal with the sales manager in a smoke-filled room. Today, sites like ours aim to clear the air, giving smart shoppers a series of advantages, every... from High Gear Media Network Feed http://ift.tt/1mkQYxq via IFT...

Read More

Hyundai Puts Former Lamborghini Exec In Charge Of Genesis Luxury Division

Having recently announced the new luxury brand Genesis, Hyundai has now named the person who will lead it. That person is former Lamborghini executive Manfred Fitzgerald. In his previous role, Fitzgerald served as Director of Brand and Design, helping to transform Lamborghini’s image from that of a cottage industry to a high-tech, luxury... from High Gear Media Network Feed http://ift.tt/1VrwVcl via IFT...

Read More

Toyota GT 86 GRMN Special Edition Set For 2016 Tokyo Auto Salon: Video

Toyota’s GT 86, sold in the United States as the Scion FR-S, hasn’t had much in the way of updates since the debut in 2011. That’s about to change soon, though, as prototypes for an updated version have been spotted testing. For a few lucky buyers in Toyota’s home market, there will be a special edition too, and this one... from High Gear Media Network Feed http://ift.tt/1mreb0k via IFT...

Read More

Mahindra KUV100 Variants Revealed

Endless speculations and rumours finally came to an end when Mahindra unveiled its upcoming compact SUV to the press and public earlier this month. Mahindra also officially announced that they will call this new offering the KUV100, and it will go on sale on January 15, 2016. Leading up to the launch, details of the Mahindra KUV100's variant information is already out. In a typically Mahindra fashion, each of the variants will have an alphanumeric...

Read More

Autonomous cars: How close to reality are they?

Science fiction has often inspired many an automobile fantasy, and self-driven cars, appearing in movies like Will Smith's I, Robot, have portrayed the possibility of them coming to reality in a pretty compelling fashion. Ever since the first self-sufficient and truly autonomous cars appeared in the 1980s, with Carnegie Mellon University's Navlab and ALV projects in 1984 and Mercedes-Benz and Bundeswehr University Munich's EUREKA Prometheus Project...

Read More

Odd-Even Rule in Delhi: 9 Things You Need to Know

As a part of a raft of measures taken by the Delhi government to curb the increasing menace of pollution in the National Capital, including a temporary ban on the registration of larger diesel-powered cars, sports-utility vehicles and minivans, the odd-even rule is set to be introduced from Friday. But you might not be aware of a lot of salient features from the new formula that could just save you from the trouble. Here, we list the most crucial...

Read More

Send SMS, get car details

The latest to join the mobile/internet revolution in the country is the road transport ministry, who has devised new ways to making motoring safer in the country. No, we're not exactly referring to ABS/airbags being made mandatory, but to a new SMS service initiated by the Government. So if you are in the market for buying a used car, you can check its genuineness by simply sending an SMS to 7738299899. The last few years have seen a huge upsurge...

Read More

Tata Safari Storme Varicor 400 Review

The Tata Safari has been around for ages. In fact, it is one of the few SUVs that remains true to the SUVesque nature that we grew so familiar to about a decade ago. In short, the Safari is a large vehicle which does not warrant messing around with on the road. A few years ago, Tata did soften up the Safari a little with the introduction of the new Storme. The design inspiration from the newly acquired JLR group was pretty obvious back then...

Read More

Ford GT Snap Kits Will Be Free To Kids At Detroit Auto Show

Want a Ford GT but know that you won't be able to afford one? Well, at least your kid can get one free, albeit in 1/25 scale. Kids visiting the Ford booth at the North American International Auto Show in Detroit January 16-24 will be able to get a free snap-together plastic Ford GT kit from Revell. The giveaway is part of a "Make 'n Take" program... from High Gear Media Network Feed http://ift.tt/1JKeusz via IFT...

Read More