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High Gear Media Network Feedhttp://www.thecarconnection.comLatest news, reviews, and more from around the High Gear Media network of sitesenhttp://www.thecarconnection.com/http://static.thecarconnection.com/website/logo-hgm.gifHighGearMediaFri, 24 Feb 2012 15:00:00 PSTHigh Gear MedianoLatest news, reviews, and more from around the High Gear Media network of siteshighgearmedia/networkhttp://feedburner.google.comSauber's Kobayashi On Top As F1 Testing Concludes At Barcelonahttp://www.motorauthority.com/news/1073398_saubers-kobayashi-on-top-as-f1-testing-concludes-at-barcelonaFormula OneMcLarenMercedesForce IndiaSauberfeedback@highgearmedia.com (Anne Proffit)Fri, 24 Feb 2012 15:00:00 PSThttp://www.motorauthority.com/news/1073398_saubers-kobayashi-on-top-as-f1-testing-concludes-at-barcelonaFormula One testing at Circuit de Catalunya concluded on Friday with Sauber F1 Team atop the standings. There were only nine cars on the track today after Marussia experienced a rear suspension failure they were unable to properly trace, leaving Charles Pic a spectator. Kamui Kobayashi completed his two-day test session in the C31.02/Ferrari 056...

]]><img src="http://images.thecarconnection.com/tmb/kamui-kobayashi--sauber-f1-team-photo_100383370_t.gif" width="90" height="60" alt="Kamui Kobayashi - Sauber F1 Team photo" align="left" hspace="5" />Formula One testing at Circuit de Catalunya concluded on Friday with Sauber F1 Team atop the standings. There were only nine cars on the track today after Marussia experienced a rear suspension failure they were unable to properly trace, leaving Charles Pic a spectator. Kamui Kobayashi completed his two-day test session in the C31.02/Ferrari 056...Skip Barber's Mazdaspeed Challenge: Pro Racing On A Tight Budgethttp://www.motorauthority.com/news/1073401_skip-barbers-mazdaspeed-challenge-pro-racing-on-a-tight-budgetmazdaspeedSkip Barberfeedback@highgearmedia.com (Kurt Ernst)Fri, 24 Feb 2012 14:15:00 PSThttp://www.motorauthority.com/news/1073401_skip-barbers-mazdaspeed-challenge-pro-racing-on-a-tight-budgetAt the professional level, racing is neither for the faint of heart nor the faint of wallet. The cheapest way we can think of to turn pro is probably SCCA Pro Racing’s Playboy Mazda MX-5 Cup, a spec series that promises wheel-to-wheel action at race tracks all over the country. It’s televised this year, too, meaning that sponsors will...

]]><img src="http://images.thecarconnection.com/tmb/skip-barber-mazdaspeed-3-day-racing-school_100375584_t.gif" width="90" height="60" alt="Skip Barber Mazdaspeed 3-day racing school" align="left" hspace="5" />At the professional level, racing is neither for the faint of heart nor the faint of wallet. The cheapest way we can think of to turn pro is probably SCCA Pro Racing’s Playboy Mazda MX-5 Cup, a spec series that promises wheel-to-wheel action at race tracks all over the country. It’s televised this year, too, meaning that sponsors will...Gumpert Confirms Two-Car Debut For 2012 Geneva Motor Showhttp://www.motorauthority.com/news/1073400_gumpert-confirms-two-car-debut-for-2012-geneva-motor-showGeneva Motor ShowGumpert Apollo Rfeedback@highgearmedia.com (Nelson Ireson)Fri, 24 Feb 2012 14:00:00 PSThttp://www.motorauthority.com/news/1073400_gumpert-confirms-two-car-debut-for-2012-geneva-motor-showWe already knew Gumpert was planning at least one new supercar for the 2012 Geneva Motor Show, likely the production version of the Tornante shown last year. Today, Gumpert released an image stating that there will be two new cars on display. So what will the second car be? There's a hint in the image, where the final "r" in "Discover" is replaced...

]]><img src="http://images.thecarconnection.com/tmb/gumpert-planning-two-concepts-for-the-2012-geneva-motor-show_100383372_t.gif" width="90" height="60" alt="Gumpert planning two concepts for the 2012 Geneva Motor Show" align="left" hspace="5" />We already knew Gumpert was planning at least one new supercar for the 2012 Geneva Motor Show, likely the production version of the Tornante shown last year. Today, Gumpert released an image stating that there will be two new cars on display. So what will the second car be? There's a hint in the image, where the final "r" in "Discover" is replaced...Delphi Teases F1for3 Connected Car Concept: 2012 Geneva Motor Showhttp://www.motorauthority.com/news/1073397_delphi-teases-f1for3-connected-car-concept-2012-geneva-motor-showGeneva Motor ShowTeasersfeedback@highgearmedia.com (Nelson Ireson)Fri, 24 Feb 2012 13:30:00 PSThttp://www.motorauthority.com/news/1073397_delphi-teases-f1for3-connected-car-concept-2012-geneva-motor-showIt's not always easy for industry suppliers to get attention for their products while sharing floorspace with the latest and greatest in automobiles, but Delphi is angling for some eyeballs by wrapping its high-tech connectivity and user experience system in a three-seat F1-style car for the 2012 Geneva Motor Show. Unfortunately, that's about all...

]]><img src="http://images.thecarconnection.com/tmb/delphi-sbarro-franco-f1for3-concept-teaser_100383369_t.gif" width="90" height="60" alt="Delphi-Sbarro Franco F1for3 Concept teaser" align="left" hspace="5" />It's not always easy for industry suppliers to get attention for their products while sharing floorspace with the latest and greatest in automobiles, but Delphi is angling for some eyeballs by wrapping its high-tech connectivity and user experience system in a three-seat F1-style car for the 2012 Geneva Motor Show. Unfortunately, that's about all...Watch Out Chicago, New Police Interceptors Coming Soonhttp://www.motorauthority.com/news/1073396_watch-out-chicago-new-police-interceptors-coming-soonPolice carPolice Interceptorfeedback@highgearmedia.com (Kurt Ernst)Fri, 24 Feb 2012 13:15:00 PSThttp://www.motorauthority.com/news/1073396_watch-out-chicago-new-police-interceptors-coming-soonWhen it comes to iconic police cars, few in the history of the automobile rival the beloved Ford Crown Victoria, cherished by police departments everywhere for its comfort, versatility and indestructible reputation. Department mechanics loved the cars, too, since spare parts were both cheap and ubiquitous, thanks to the Panther platform’s...

]]><img src="http://images.thecarconnection.com/tmb/2011-ford-explorer-police-interceptor_100320565_t.gif" width="90" height="60" alt="2011 Ford Explorer Police Interceptor" align="left" hspace="5" />When it comes to iconic police cars, few in the history of the automobile rival the beloved Ford Crown Victoria, cherished by police departments everywhere for its comfort, versatility and indestructible reputation. Department mechanics loved the cars, too, since spare parts were both cheap and ubiquitous, thanks to the Panther platform’s...10-Year Old’s School Project Becomes Electric Car Must-Seehttp://www.greencarreports.com/news/1073387_10-year-olds-school-project-becomes-electric-car-must-seeElectric Carplug-in carsfeedback@highgearmedia.com (Nikki Gordon-Bloomfield)Fri, 24 Feb 2012 13:00:00 PSThttp://www.greencarreports.com/news/1073387_10-year-olds-school-project-becomes-electric-car-must-seeAsk most 10-year old girls what they do in their spare time, and the chances are they’ll give you a list including various extra-curricular clubs, playing with weebos, and watching television. But a 10-year old girl from Michigan by the name of Allison Ringold has something else to add to her list: promoting electric cars. While we’re...

]]><img src="http://images.thecarconnection.com/tmb/allison-ringolds-electric-car-website_100383344_t.gif" width="90" height="60" alt="Allison Ringold's Electric Car Website" align="left" hspace="5" />Ask most 10-year old girls what they do in their spare time, and the chances are they’ll give you a list including various extra-curricular clubs, playing with weebos, and watching television. But a 10-year old girl from Michigan by the name of Allison Ringold has something else to add to her list: promoting electric cars. While we’re...1The 2013 Ford Mustang, As You Like It: Videohttp://www.motorauthority.com/news/1073395_the-2013-ford-mustang-as-you-like-it-videoVideosPony carsfeedback@highgearmedia.com (Kurt Ernst)Fri, 24 Feb 2012 13:00:00 PSThttp://www.motorauthority.com/news/1073395_the-2013-ford-mustang-as-you-like-it-videoWhen it comes to automotive blank canvases, the Ford Mustang has to be in the top five. No one who buys a Mustang keeps it stock for long, and there are countless ways to spend your hard-earned pay on making it go faster, handle better or simply look cooler. Ford is well aware of this, and it’s offered mechanical upgrades through Ford Racing...

]]><img src="http://images.thecarconnection.com/tmb/the-2013-ford-mustang-wearing-custom-vinyl-graphics_100383366_t.gif" width="90" height="60" alt="The 2013 Ford Mustang, wearing custom vinyl graphics" align="left" hspace="5" />When it comes to automotive blank canvases, the Ford Mustang has to be in the top five. No one who buys a Mustang keeps it stock for long, and there are countless ways to spend your hard-earned pay on making it go faster, handle better or simply look cooler. Ford is well aware of this, and it’s offered mechanical upgrades through Ford Racing...Forbidden Fruit: BMW's 640d xDrive Coupehttp://www.motorauthority.com/news/1073392_forbidden-fruit-bmws-640d-xdrive-coupeDieselsforbidden fruitCoupesConvertiblesGrand Tourersfeedback@highgearmedia.com (Kurt Ernst)Fri, 24 Feb 2012 12:30:00 PSThttp://www.motorauthority.com/news/1073392_forbidden-fruit-bmws-640d-xdrive-coupeWhat if you could buy a car that gave you the sure-footed traction of all-wheel-drive, sprinted from 0-62 mph (100 km/h) in just 5.2 seconds, looked great, carried four adults and still managed to return fuel economy of 41.2 mpg in European cycle testing? Coming this spring you’ll be able to, as BMW is launching its 640d xDrive Coupe...

]]><img src="http://images.thecarconnection.com/tmb/bmw-640d-xdrive-coupe_100383359_t.gif" width="90" height="60" alt="BMW 640d xDrive Coupe" align="left" hspace="5" />What if you could buy a car that gave you the sure-footed traction of all-wheel-drive, sprinted from 0-62 mph (100 km/h) in just 5.2 seconds, looked great, carried four adults and still managed to return fuel economy of 41.2 mpg in European cycle testing? Coming this spring you’ll be able to, as BMW is launching its 640d xDrive Coupe...Aston Martin Racing Announces 2012 Vantage GTE For Le Mans, FIA WEChttp://www.motorauthority.com/news/1073393_aston-martin-racing-announces-2012-vantage-gte-for-le-mans-fia-wecAmerican Le Mans Series24 Hours of Le MansWorld Endurance Championshipfeedback@highgearmedia.com (Anne Proffit)Fri, 24 Feb 2012 11:30:00 PSThttp://www.motorauthority.com/news/1073393_aston-martin-racing-announces-2012-vantage-gte-for-le-mans-fia-wecAston Martin Racing (AMR) is returning to its roots as it powers up a V-8 powered Vantage in the GTE Pro class for the FIA World Endurance Championship and that series third round, the 24 Hours of Le Mans, where AMR will field two GTE Pro entries. The Vantage GTE racecar will carry the iconic Gulf colors and will debut at the 60th anniversary...

]]><img src="http://images.thecarconnection.com/tmb/2012-aston-martin-vantage-gte_100383362_t.gif" width="90" height="60" alt="2012 Aston Martin Vantage GTE" align="left" hspace="5" />Aston Martin Racing (AMR) is returning to its roots as it powers up a V-8 powered Vantage in the GTE Pro class for the FIA World Endurance Championship and that series third round, the 24 Hours of Le Mans, where AMR will field two GTE Pro entries. The Vantage GTE racecar will carry the iconic Gulf colors and will debut at the 60th anniversary...HOV-Lane Eligible Chevy Volts On Sale In California Next Weekhttp://www.greencarreports.com/news/1073381_hov-lane-eligible-chevy-volts-on-sale-in-california-next-weekCaliforniaCalifornia Air Resources BoardCARBplug-in carshovHigh Occupancy Vehicle Lanesfeedback@highgearmedia.com (Nikki Gordon-Bloomfield)Fri, 24 Feb 2012 11:00:00 PSThttp://www.greencarreports.com/news/1073381_hov-lane-eligible-chevy-volts-on-sale-in-california-next-weekEarlier today,General Motors confirmed that it has restarted production of the 2012 Chevrolet Volt at its Detroit Hamtramck facility. In addition, the automaker has confirmed that it is now producing Californian-market Volts, complete with a low emissions package that enables them to qualify for High Occupancy Vehicle (HOV) lane access in the...

]]><img src="http://images.thecarconnection.com/tmb/2012-chevrolet-volt_100369331_t.gif" width="90" height="60" alt="2012 Chevrolet Volt" align="left" hspace="5" />Earlier today,General Motors confirmed that it has restarted production of the 2012 Chevrolet Volt at its Detroit Hamtramck facility. In addition, the automaker has confirmed that it is now producing Californian-market Volts, complete with a low emissions package that enables them to qualify for High Occupancy Vehicle (HOV) lane access in the...Pastrana Sets 7-Race Nationwide And 11-Race K&N Series 2012 Schedulehttp://www.motorauthority.com/news/1073389_pastrana-sets-7-race-nationwide-and-11-race-kn-series-2012-scheduleNASCARX GamesNASCAR Nationwide Seriesfeedback@highgearmedia.com (Anne Proffit)Fri, 24 Feb 2012 10:30:00 PSThttp://www.motorauthority.com/news/1073389_pastrana-sets-7-race-nationwide-and-11-race-kn-series-2012-scheduleTravis Pastrana, the high flying action star who nearly sabotaged his pending NASCAR career with a failed motorcycle jump in last year's X Games will make his NASCAR Nationwide Series debut at Richmond International Raceway on April 27. "I'm really serious about this," Pastrana admitted in the Daytona International Speedway media center, talking...

]]><img src="http://images.thecarconnection.com/tmb/anne-proffit-photo_100383340_t.gif" width="90" height="60" alt="Anne Proffit photo" align="left" hspace="5" />Travis Pastrana, the high flying action star who nearly sabotaged his pending NASCAR career with a failed motorcycle jump in last year's X Games will make his NASCAR Nationwide Series debut at Richmond International Raceway on April 27. "I'm really serious about this," Pastrana admitted in the Daytona International Speedway media center, talking...Zipcar Aims At College Students Again With Wheelz Investmenthttp://www.greencarreports.com/news/1073341_zipcar-aims-at-college-students-again-with-wheelz-investmentCar SharingZipcarfeedback@highgearmedia.com (Antony Ingram)Fri, 24 Feb 2012 10:00:00 PSThttp://www.greencarreports.com/news/1073341_zipcar-aims-at-college-students-again-with-wheelz-investmentOwning a car isn't easy these days, particularly if you're a student. That's why firms like Wheelz Inc, a peer-to-peer car-sharing company aimed at college students, has caught the attention of Bill Ford Jr.'s Fontinalis Partners LLC, and car-sharing company Zipcar. Detroit News reports that the two companies are investing $13.7 million in Wheelz...

]]><img src="http://images.thecarconnection.com/tmb/wheelz_100366013_t.gif" width="90" height="60" alt="Wheelz" align="left" hspace="5" />Owning a car isn't easy these days, particularly if you're a student. That's why firms like Wheelz Inc, a peer-to-peer car-sharing company aimed at college students, has caught the attention of Bill Ford Jr.'s Fontinalis Partners LLC, and car-sharing company Zipcar. Detroit News reports that the two companies are investing $13.7 million in Wheelz...2013 Ferrari F620 GT Breaks Coverhttp://www.motorauthority.com/news/1073391_2013-ferrari-f620-gt-breaks-coverGeneva Motor ShowCoupesfeedback@highgearmedia.com (Kurt Ernst)Fri, 24 Feb 2012 09:15:00 PSThttp://www.motorauthority.com/news/1073391_2013-ferrari-f620-gt-breaks-coverFerrari’s replacement for the 599 GTB, called the F620 GT, will make its official public debut at the upcoming Geneva Motor Show, but an observant reader of GTSpirit caught what appears to be a cell phone image of the car in transit. We’ll have more details and images when Ferrari briefs the press next Wednesday, February 29th, but the...

]]><img src="http://images.thecarconnection.com/tmb/is-this-ferraris-new-f620-gt_100383341_t.gif" width="90" height="60" alt="Is this Ferrari's new F620 GT?" align="left" hspace="5" />Ferrari’s replacement for the 599 GTB, called the F620 GT, will make its official public debut at the upcoming Geneva Motor Show, but an observant reader of GTSpirit caught what appears to be a cell phone image of the car in transit. We’ll have more details and images when Ferrari briefs the press next Wednesday, February 29th, but the...8BMW Teases Its i3 And i8 Electric Cars: Videohttp://www.motorauthority.com/news/1073384_bmw-teases-its-i3-and-i8-electric-cars-videoVideosPlug-In HybridsBMW i8BMW i3feedback@highgearmedia.com (Kurt Ernst)Fri, 24 Feb 2012 09:00:00 PSThttp://www.motorauthority.com/news/1073384_bmw-teases-its-i3-and-i8-electric-cars-videoBMW’s range of electric and plug-in hybrid cars, consisting of the i3 city car and the i8 supercar, aren’t expected to see production until some time next year, likely debuting as 2014 models. The Munich-based automaker wants to be sure that the cars are fresh in consumers’ minds, so it’s released a new video to show off...

]]><img src="http://images.thecarconnection.com/tmb/bmws-i3-concept_100383335_t.gif" width="90" height="60" alt="BMW's i3 concept." align="left" hspace="5" />BMW’s range of electric and plug-in hybrid cars, consisting of the i3 city car and the i8 supercar, aren’t expected to see production until some time next year, likely debuting as 2014 models. The Munich-based automaker wants to be sure that the cars are fresh in consumers’ minds, so it’s released a new video to show off...2012 Ram 1500http://www.thecarconnection.com/overview/ram_1500_2012feedback@highgearmedia.com (Bengt Halvorson)Fri, 24 Feb 2012 09:00:00 PSThttp://www.thecarconnection.com/overview/ram_1500_2012Ram truck models like the 1500 now no longer carry the Dodge badge; instead Ram is its own brand. While that might have seemed confusing at first, especially as Chrysler phased that in last year, it makes sense--leaving Dodge more freedom in its car designs, while Ram trucks can continue in the bold direction that truck buyers want to see. In its...

]]><img src="http://images.thecarconnection.com/tmb/2011-ram-1500-2wd-crew-cab-140-5-laramie-angular-front-exterior-view_100338154_t.gif" width="90" height="60" alt="2011 Ram 1500 2WD Crew Cab 140.5" Laramie Angular Front Exterior View" align="left" hspace="5" />Ram truck models like the 1500 now no longer carry the Dodge badge; instead Ram is its own brand. While that might have seemed confusing at first, especially as Chrysler phased that in last year, it makes sense--leaving Dodge more freedom in its car designs, while Ram trucks can continue in the bold direction that truck buyers want to see. In its...nonadult