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August 31st News Topics

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Arnold Schwarzenegger buys $250k Mercedes-Benz Unimog

Anthony Faccenda    August 31, 2012 - 10:18AM

Ah-nold reportedly bought this massive military vehicle to cruise around Santa Monica

Nice

Aaron Turpen    August 31, 2012 - 2:35PM

In reply to by Anthony Faccenda

Haven't seen that one. There's a huge club of Unimog enthusiasts just south of me in Colorado. I see Mogs on the highway often, usually headed north towards the parks and hunting grounds around the South Dakota border.

Driving

Aaron Turpen    August 31, 2012 - 4:15PM

In reply to by Anthony Faccenda

I drove a friend's 1966 ambulance model (converted to a motor home) in Idaho a few years ago. The little 6-speed trans on a 4-cyl diesel has a lot of power. The crew cab with the gun port sunroof is an added bonus. :)

The capability of these machines is staggering. They make Range Rovers and Rubicons look like pathetic afterthoughts.

GM's Terrain loaner proves AWD is more tha enough

John Goreham    August 31, 2012 - 12:08PM

Many brands build their marketing position on a tough off-road look and capabilities that are absolutely absurd. GM's Terrain recently got a workout in Colorado ahnd it proves AWD is really all anyone really needs.

Toyota Camry SE Sport Limited Edition coming to showrooms

Aaron Turpen    August 31, 2012 - 1:20PM

Toyota says that 2012 Camry SE Sport Limited Edition models will enter showrooms this weekend, featuring custom colors and top-line accessories. Will be available for only three months.

$120-million-dollar grant from the U.S. DoE

Nicolas Zart    August 31, 2012 - 1:20PM

to the nationwide Electric Vehicle. A last ditch effort before election or something else?

Nissan unveils new Sentra

John Goreham    August 31, 2012 - 2:03PM

With a twin turbo V8 and all-wheel drive for under $20K. Not.
Based on today's press release.

General Lee ditches the Confederate flag

Anthony Faccenda    August 31, 2012 - 4:09PM

all future versions will be built sans Confederate flag

2013 Audi R8 V10

Denis Flierl    August 31, 2012 - 5:07PM

Audi released a new video on what it took to make the supercar.

Reward offered for Dr. Phil's stolen Chevy

Anthony Faccenda    August 31, 2012 - 10:55PM

plus the Dr. speaks about his beloved car

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