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Those of you looking for an alternative to the standard Bimmer, Benz, or Lexus sedan now have a new option: the 2010 Saab 9-5 ($TBA). An all-new design, the 9-5 offers a choice of 2.0L gas, 2.0L diesel, 2.8L V6, or 1.6L turbocharged engines, and boasts high-end features like an aircraft-inspired head-up display, adaptive Bi-Xenon headlights, Saab's DriveSense adaptive chassis with real-tim damping control, an 8-inch touchscreen navigation system with hard disk storage for both maps and music, USB and auxiliary input ports, keyless entry and startup, tri-zone climate control, parking assistance and Saab's XWD all-wheel-drive system.
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Yes, please. The 2010 Jaguar XJ finally stakes its claim as the world's sexiest luxury sedan. With a stunningly brilliant design, the new XJ sports a lightweight aluminium body structure, a panoramic glass roof, and your choice of three engines — a 5.0 liter V8 good for 385 hp ($72,500), a supercharged 5.0 liter V8 good for 470 hp ($87,500), and a Super Sport supercharged 5.0 liter V8 that's good for 510 hp ($112,000). The XJ features continuously variable damping (Adaptive Dynamics), electronically controlled rear differential (Active Differential Control), a quick ratio power-steering system, xenon headlamps, and blind spot monitor and front/rear parking aids. Inside the wood-adorned, sporty yet sophisticated interior are Virtual Instrument dials, a hard drive and media hub, along with an HD touch-screen display and an optional 1200W Bowers & Wilkins premium surround sound system.
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Get great gas milage and all the performance, refinement, and race-ready handling you expect from a Bimmer with the BMW 335d Sedan ($43,900 and up). Featuring a 3.0L, turbocharged inline six advanced diesel engine, good for 265 hp and 36 mpg on highway, the 335d also features niceties like an onboard navigation system with traffic alerts, BMW Assist with Bluetooth, iPod/iPhone integration, run-flat tires, and more.
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The Jaguar XF gets bolder (and faster) with the upcoming 2010 Jaguar XFR ($TBA). Powered by an all-new supercharged 5.0-liter V8, the souped up sedan is good for 510 hp and 461lb-ft of torque, letting you gun the red light to a 0-60mph time of only 4.7 seconds. The XFR sports a new front-end design (with larger lower grille, new black-finished mesh and chrome outboard air intakes), 20-inch Nevis alloy wheels, hood louvres, four polished exhaust pipes, and an aerodynamically functional rear spoiler and side sills.
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Looking for the utility of a Passat with the looks and handling of a sport coupe? The new Volkswagen CC ($27,000 and up) was made just for you. This 4-door coupe sports some of the most aggressive styling yet seen in a VW, and backs it up with either a 2.0L turbo four-cylinder or 3.6L, 280hp VR6 engine, optional 4motion all-wheel drive, and high-end features like adaptive headlights that turn with the car, a panoramic sunroof, dual-zone climate control, an optional navigation system, and more. Think of it as a half-price Mercedes CLS.
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Audi's 3-series and C-class competitor just got a whole lot better. The 2009 Audi A4 ($32,700 and up) starts with either an all-new 211hp 2.0L TSFI engine or a 265hp 3.2L FSI powerplant, and builds on it with loads of high-end, high-tech features like iPod integration, adaptive cruise control, Bluetooth, quattro all-wheel drive, and our favorite, Bi-Xenon headlights with LED daytime running lights. It's our new small luxe sedan of choice.
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As much as we hate Mazda's Zoom-Zoom slogan, we can't help but like the all-new 2009 Mazda6 ($19,220 and up). The new sedan sports even more aggressive styling, and better fuel economy: drivers can get up to 30mpg with the 2.5L 4-cylinder making 170hp, or step up to the 3.7L V6 for 272hp and still get 25mpg. Manual and manual-shift automatic transmissions are available, as are a push-button ignition, Bluetooth cellular integration, and touchscreen navigation system. Mid-sized sedans just got a little less boring.
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Taking design cues from the company's latest Malibu, the 2011 Chevrolet Cruze ($TBA) is the auto maker's latest attempt to reinvent its small car. The car, which will debut in Europe before making its way to the states, will feature one of three powerplants ranging from a 112-hp 1.6L four cylinder to a 150-hp turbodiesel, paired to either a five speed manual of a six-speed automatic. GM claims the car's interior will feature "grained surfaces, soft-touch materials and low gloss trim panels" to make it more like a Civic or Jetta and less like, well, a Chevy — which is good news if you ask us. While it'll be built in Ohio, the Cruze will first go on sale in Europe next March, followed by North America and other areas thereafter.
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Hitting showrooms this fall will be the all-new 2009 Acura TL ($TBA; Fall 08). Along with the angular new styling, the luxury sedan will feature the most powerful Acura engine ever. And while not much is known about the 09 TL, Honda has announced that it will be available in two versions, including the first ever application of Super Handling All-Wheel Drive (SH-AWD) on the TL.
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Mobsters, execs, and other well-heeled large car aficionados take note: the all-new 2009 BMW 7 Series ($TBA) is coming. Outfitted with either a twin-turbo V8 or a super-mean 6.0-liter V-12, the big cruiser is packed to the gills with advanced tech like optional four-wheel steering, next-gen iDrive with a 10.2-inch display, active blind spot detection, night vision with pedestrian detection, and more. It's made for the guy who wants his car to be as smart as his gadgets.
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Audi's 3-series and C-class competitor just got a whole lot better. The 2009 Audi A4 ($32,700 and up) starts with either an all-new 211hp 2.0L TSFI engine or a 265hp 3.2L FSI powerplant, and builds on it with loads of high-end, high-tech features like iPod integration, adaptive cruise control, Bluetooth, quattro all-wheel drive, and our favorite, Bi-Xenon headlights with LED daytime running lights. It's our new small luxe sedan of choice.
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Looking for the utility of a Passat with the looks and handling of a sport coupe? The new Volkswagen CC ($27,000 and up) was made just for you. This 4-door coupe sports some of the most aggressive styling yet seen in a VW, and backs it up with either a 2.0L turbo four-cylinder or 3.6L, 280hp VR6 engine, optional 4motion all-wheel drive, and high-end features like adaptive headlights that turn with the car, a panoramic sunroof, dual-zone climate control, an optional navigation system, and more. Think of it as a half-price Mercedes CLS.
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The Jaguar XF gets bolder (and faster) with the upcoming 2010 Jaguar XFR ($TBA). Powered by an all-new supercharged 5.0-liter V8, the souped up sedan is good for 510 hp and 461lb-ft of torque, letting you gun the red light to a 0-60mph time of only 4.7 seconds. The XFR sports a new front-end design (with larger lower grille, new black-finished mesh and chrome outboard air intakes), 20-inch Nevis alloy wheels, hood louvres, four polished exhaust pipes, and an aerodynamically functional rear spoiler and side sills.
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Yes, please. The 2010 Jaguar XJ finally stakes its claim as the world's sexiest luxury sedan. With a stunningly brilliant design, the new XJ sports a lightweight aluminium body structure, a panoramic glass roof, and your choice of three engines — a 5.0 liter V8 good for 385 hp ($72,500), a supercharged 5.0 liter V8 good for 470 hp ($87,500), and a Super Sport supercharged 5.0 liter V8 that's good for 510 hp ($112,000). The XJ features continuously variable damping (Adaptive Dynamics), electronically controlled rear differential (Active Differential Control), a quick ratio power-steering system, xenon headlamps, and blind spot monitor and front/rear parking aids. Inside the wood-adorned, sporty yet sophisticated interior are Virtual Instrument dials, a hard drive and media hub, along with an HD touch-screen display and an optional 1200W Bowers & Wilkins premium surround sound system.
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Hitting showrooms this fall will be the all-new 2009 Acura TL ($TBA; Fall 08). Along with the angular new styling, the luxury sedan will feature the most powerful Acura engine ever. And while not much is known about the 09 TL, Honda has announced that it will be available in two versions, including the first ever application of Super Handling All-Wheel Drive (SH-AWD) on the TL.
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Mobsters, execs, and other well-heeled large car aficionados take note: the all-new 2009 BMW 7 Series ($TBA) is coming. Outfitted with either a twin-turbo V8 or a super-mean 6.0-liter V-12, the big cruiser is packed to the gills with advanced tech like optional four-wheel steering, next-gen iDrive with a 10.2-inch display, active blind spot detection, night vision with pedestrian detection, and more. It's made for the guy who wants his car to be as smart as his gadgets.
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As much as we hate Mazda's Zoom-Zoom slogan, we can't help but like the all-new 2009 Mazda6 ($19,220 and up). The new sedan sports even more aggressive styling, and better fuel economy: drivers can get up to 30mpg with the 2.5L 4-cylinder making 170hp, or step up to the 3.7L V6 for 272hp and still get 25mpg. Manual and manual-shift automatic transmissions are available, as are a push-button ignition, Bluetooth cellular integration, and touchscreen navigation system. Mid-sized sedans just got a little less boring.
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Those of you looking for an alternative to the standard Bimmer, Benz, or Lexus sedan now have a new option: the 2010 Saab 9-5 ($TBA). An all-new design, the 9-5 offers a choice of 2.0L gas, 2.0L diesel, 2.8L V6, or 1.6L turbocharged engines, and boasts high-end features like an aircraft-inspired head-up display, adaptive Bi-Xenon headlights, Saab's DriveSense adaptive chassis with real-tim damping control, an 8-inch touchscreen navigation system with hard disk storage for both maps and music, USB and auxiliary input ports, keyless entry and startup, tri-zone climate control, parking assistance and Saab's XWD all-wheel-drive system.
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Get great gas milage and all the performance, refinement, and race-ready handling you expect from a Bimmer with the BMW 335d Sedan ($43,900 and up). Featuring a 3.0L, turbocharged inline six advanced diesel engine, good for 265 hp and 36 mpg on highway, the 335d also features niceties like an onboard navigation system with traffic alerts, BMW Assist with Bluetooth, iPod/iPhone integration, run-flat tires, and more.
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Taking design cues from the company's latest Malibu, the 2011 Chevrolet Cruze ($TBA) is the auto maker's latest attempt to reinvent its small car. The car, which will debut in Europe before making its way to the states, will feature one of three powerplants ranging from a 112-hp 1.6L four cylinder to a 150-hp turbodiesel, paired to either a five speed manual of a six-speed automatic. GM claims the car's interior will feature "grained surfaces, soft-touch materials and low gloss trim panels" to make it more like a Civic or Jetta and less like, well, a Chevy — which is good news if you ask us. While it'll be built in Ohio, the Cruze will first go on sale in Europe next March, followed by North America and other areas thereafter.
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Bring the sports bar experience home with The Man Wall ($14,900). This all-in-one chunk of awesomeness features room for four TVs — one 52" and two 26" units are included — a 1200-watt Panasonic home theater with integrated speakers and wireless surround units, two 25-cigar humidors with gauges, a 32-bottle wine rack, a microwave, a live 7-foot sports ticker at the top with built-in computer, a full-size kegerator with tap, an iPod docking station, DVD player, and the ability to control it all via a single remote control. Feel free to grunt in approval.
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From the makers of Baconnaise and Bacon Salt comes a bacon-flavored product that you don't even have to eat. J&D's Bacon Lip Balm ($13/4-pack) will protect your lips with beeswax, aloe vera oil, Vitamin E acetate, and other ingredients, all while offering a subtle bacon flavor both you and your partner can enjoy.
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Most of us don't have the engineering, design, or architectural chops to recreate any of Frank Lloyd Wright's masterworks, but we can anyway, thanks to these new Frank Lloyd Wright Lego Architecture Building Sets ($TBA). Licensed by the Frank Lloyd Wright Collection, these terrific sets — of the Solomon R. Guggenheim Museum and Fallingwater — were developed in collaboration with leading architects to be as accurate as possible, and come with booklets that not only tell you how to build you own model masterpiece, but exclusive archival historical material and photographs of each building, as well. [Thanks, Kris]
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Ever wish you could combine your dual-monitor setup into one behemoth display? Get ready, because your wish has come true in the NEC CRV43 Curved Widescreen Display ($8,000). Boasting a unique curved design that's sure to immerse you more than a standard two display setup, this beauty also features a 2880x900 double WXGA resolution, a 10,000:1 contrast ratio, single link DVI-D and HDMI inputs, USB 2.0 ports, an on screen display, and the assurance that you have the most unique monitor in the neighborhood. [via]
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Ever wish you could take a Jägermeister shot machine with you camping, tailgating, and partying? Now you can, with the Jägermeister 6-Bottle Shot Cooler ($120). Available as a six-bottle value pack, the cooler has plenty of room for all six bottles, ice, and the requisite cans of Red Bull, and uses the same tech as the Jägermeister Tap Machine to deliver ice-cold shots straight from the external tap.
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Show your fang affiliation by stocking your fridge with Tru Blood ($16). Based on the synthetic blood drink favored by the more civilized vampires of HBO's True Blood, this carbonated real-world version packs a slightly sweet, slightly tart blood orange flavor and a rich red color that will have guests wondering if you're drinking the real thing.
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Flapjack lovers, rejoice. Now you can make fresh, 97% fat-free pancakes in as little as 30 seconds using the ChefStack Automatic Pancake Machine ($3,500). This microwave-sized wonder uses no-mess batter pouches to crank out stack after stack of four- inch diameter pancakes, and doesn't even require supervision, letting you cook up breakfast for you and your crew while you get your other morning activities out of the way — like taking a shower, brushing your teeth, or downing a half-dozen mimosas.
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We love bacon, and we've seen everything from Canned Bacon to Baconnaise, Bacon Salt, Bacon Floss — hell, even Bacon Lip Balm — so it was only a matter of time before we discovered Bacon Soap ($6). Made to both look and smell like frying bacon, this soap will get you clean while giving your appetite a jump-start on the day.
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One of the worst things about adding ice to a whisky is its ability to water-down the flavor. So chill your next drink down with Whisky Stones ($20). Milled in Vermont by some of the oldest soapstone workshops in the US, these stones chill quickly in the freezer, and won't impart any flavor to your favorite blend.
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Tempted by the MINI's go-cart handling, but not a fan of its boxy exterior? The MINI Coupé Concept ($TBA) is for you. Ready to accept any of MINI's powerhouse engines, including the 1.6L twin-scroll turbocharged unit from the MINI John Cooper Works, this stylish two-seater pairs a decidedly MINI-like bottom with an aggressively designed upper half, including a swept back windshield, short contrast roof, hidden B-pillars, and more sexy than every other modern MINI combined.
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While we might not know exactly what seven functions the sleek Gerber Shard ($8) will provide, we know enough to know we'll be on the pre-order list as soon as it's available. The lightweight, airline-safe keychain tool offers at the minimum a bottle opener, screwdriver, and nail puller, with a titanium nitride coating for corrosion resistance.
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Terrorism. Murder. Blood. Bullets. Darkness. This is the G.I. Joe cartoon you've been waiting 25 years for. G.I. Joe: Resolute ($14) is a new animated mini-series featuring classic Joes and Cobra operatives that's sure to make the live action movie look even more like a turd. Aimed at older viewers, and garnering standing ovations at JoeCon Comic-Con, Resolute consists of 11 episodes (ten 5-minute episodes and one 10-minute finale) totaling 60 minutes. We won't tell you the plot, but let's just say Cobra Commander goes totally apocalyptic on Moscow. In the first four minutes. Can someone please start a petition to turn this into a regular weekly series? Oh, and don't forget the toys.
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Leave it to the air maestros at Dyson to create a fan with no blades. The Dyson Air Multiplier ($300-$330) uses a fairly ingenious design to suck air into the base, accelerating it through an small aperture in the device's ring and then over a ramp to channel its direction. As it happens, this also causes the air behind and around the machine to be drawn into the airflow, creating a smooth stream of air amplified 15 times, without the unpleasant buffeting caused by the blades of a traditional fan chopping the air. The only downside? It's a $300 fan.
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What good is a portable hard drive if you're afraid to take it anywhere? With the Hitachi SimpleTough Hard Drive ($100-$135), you simply grab your data and go. Featuring a rugged body with grippy rubber sides and a smooth rubber body, the SimpleTough can withstand drops of up to 7 feet and also offers underside lighting and an integrated USB cable, giving you one less thing to remember when packing for your next spy mission.
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Tackle the great outdoors -- or just yard work -- in the coldest of weather in the Timberland Utility Jacket ($150). With straightforward looks, it's not exactly a flashy piece of outerwear, but it does the job, with a rugged cotton twill outer, nylon polin and polyester fleece lining, a front zipper with button flap cover for added wind protection, dual snap-close side pockets and two cargo-style chest pockets, slightly distressed details for a worn-in look, and stitched down shoulder epaulettes.
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Known primarily for its sporty pro outerwear, the new line of Arc'teryx Veilance ($175-$1,000) tops, coats, and pants combines tough, outdoor-ready fabrics like Gore-Tex and Paclite with more traditional cuts and syling, letting you dress your best no matter what the weather's like outside. And no, we don't know how you're supposed to say "Arc'teryx."
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Who needs buttons? Apple's Magic Mouse ($69) eschews mechanical buttons and scroll wheels, letting you navigate using the same Multi-Touch technology used on the iPhone and MacBook trackpads. The sexy, seamless, touch-sensitive device works as a single or multi-button mouse with advanced gesture support, allowing you to scroll, pan, or swipe with ninja-finger skill. Works for you freakish lefties too.
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Think you've seen or read all the great books and films there are to digest? Think again. City Secrets Books & Movies ($14 each) are your guide to gems of cinema and literature that are mostly overlooked, compiled from recommendations given by some of the world's most well-respected minds on either subject, including Alec Wilkinson, Kenneth Turan, Marty Scorsese, and Sidney Lumet. Good luck finding copies of — and time to watch and read — all of them.
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Looking for a way to monitor your energy usage and cut down on power bills during the economic crunch? Check out the Black & Decker Power Monitor ($100). This easy-to-use device provides real-time electricity use, cost, and outdoor temperature readings, thanks to a wireless sensor that attaches to your electricity meter. Offering an Appliance Mode that isolates the cost of individual appliances or gadgets, it could save you up to 20% each month on your power bill — meaning it should pay for itself in no time.
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What would you pay to be Don Draper or Roger Sterling? How about to look like them? The Brooks Brothers Mad Men Edition Suit ($1,000; October 19) pays homage to AMC's hit show with a medium gray sharkskin suit designed by Janie Bryant, the Emmy-nominated costume designer for the show, and is modeled after Draper's and Sterling's wardrobes. Features include a noticeably slim cut, diagonal pockets, narrower notch lapels, and side vents. Limited to just 250, the suit is made in a Brooks-owned factory in Massachusetts, and while it might be more classically stylish than your current attire, don't expect it to magically turn you into Jon Hamm.
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Those of you looking for an alternative to the standard Bimmer, Benz, or Lexus sedan now have a new option: the 2010 Saab 9-5 ($TBA). An all-new design, the 9-5 offers a choice of 2.0L gas, 2.0L diesel, 2.8L V6,... [More]
Yes, please. The 2010 Jaguar XJ finally stakes its claim as the world's sexiest luxury sedan. With a stunningly brilliant design, the new XJ sports a lightweight aluminium body structure, a panoramic glass roof, and your choice of three engines... [More]
Get great gas milage and all the performance, refinement, and race-ready handling you expect from a Bimmer with the BMW 335d Sedan ($43,900 and up). Featuring a 3.0L, turbocharged inline six advanced diesel engine, good for 265 hp and 36... [More]
The Jaguar XF gets bolder (and faster) with the upcoming 2010 Jaguar XFR ($TBA). Powered by an all-new supercharged 5.0-liter V8, the souped up sedan is good for 510 hp and 461lb-ft of torque, letting you gun the red light... [More]
Looking for the utility of a Passat with the looks and handling of a sport coupe? The new Volkswagen CC ($27,000 and up) was made just for you. This 4-door coupe sports some of the most aggressive styling yet seen... [More]
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Audi's 3-series and C-class competitor just got a whole lot better. The 2009 Audi A4 ($32,700 and up) starts with either an all-new 211hp 2.0L TSFI engine or a 265hp 3.2L FSI powerplant, and builds on it with loads of... [More]
As much as we hate Mazda's Zoom-Zoom slogan, we can't help but like the all-new 2009 Mazda6 ($19,220 and up). The new sedan sports even more aggressive styling, and better fuel economy: drivers can get up to 30mpg with the... [More]
Taking design cues from the company's latest Malibu, the 2011 Chevrolet Cruze ($TBA) is the auto maker's latest attempt to reinvent its small car. The car, which will debut in Europe before making its way to the states, will feature... [More]
Hitting showrooms this fall will be the all-new 2009 Acura TL ($TBA; Fall 08). Along with the angular new styling, the luxury sedan will feature the most powerful Acura engine ever. And while not much is known about the 09... [More]
Mobsters, execs, and other well-heeled large car aficionados take note: the all-new 2009 BMW 7 Series ($TBA) is coming. Outfitted with either a twin-turbo V8 or a super-mean 6.0-liter V-12, the big cruiser is packed to the gills with advanced... [More]
With a great blend of sport, technology, and luxury, the all-new 2009 Acura TSX ($TBA) has its sights set on the C-classes and 3-series of the world. The slightly larger and longer sedan is powered by an all-aluminum in-line 4-cylinder... [More]
The Passat is getting a much needed revamp later this year. In addition to an all-new, Benz-inspired design, the Volkswagen Passat CC ($TBA; Q4 2008) offers several innovative assistance systems, such as the Lane Assist lane keeping system; Dynamic Drive... [More]
Cadillac's hot rod luxury sedan gets even more power and tech goodies in the upcoming edition. The 2009 Cadillac CTS-V ($TBA) delivers a supercharged 550 horsepower, while its Magnetic Ride Control (shocks controlled by electro-magnets instead of mechanical valves) and... [More]
It might not be the flashiest of cars, but odds are you've wanted one before. The 2008 Honda Accord ($TBA) is the eighth edition of Honda's flagship, and offers an available i-VTEC V-6 that produces 268 horsepower and boasts Variable... [More]
For any Uncrate readers out there in need of a faster 7-series Bimmer than the guy down the street, your wait is over. The drool-worthy BMW Alpina B7 ($TBA) features a 4.4-liter, 90-degree V-8 engine that produces 500 horsepower and... [More]
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