Sports sedans

Barrett-Jackson to Auction 2022 Cadillac CT5-V Blackwing VIN 001 and CT4-V Blackwing VIN 001 for Charity During Scottsdale Auction

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Thursday, February 11, 2021
Philanthropy, Retail, Luxury, Automotive, Performance & Special Interest, Fund Raising, Cars, Motor vehicles, Car classifications, Sports sedans, Executive cars, Cadillac CT5, Cadillac, Barrett-Jackson, CT-4, Vin, Cadillac CT4, Cadillac V series

View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20210211005762/en/

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  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20210211005762/en/
    Barrett-Jackson to Auction 2022 Cadillac CT5-V Blackwing VIN 001 and CT4-V Blackwing VIN 001 for Charity During Scottsdale Auction (Photo: Business Wire)
    The Cadillac CT5-V and CT4-V Blackwings have seen tremendous attention since their introduction just days ago, said Craig Jackson, chairman and CEO of Barrett-Jackson.
  • It is an honor that GM chose to auction these performance sedans as part of the largest docket of VIN 001 and first production vehicles ever offered during one auction.
  • The 2022 CT5-V Blackwing VIN 001 ( Lot #3002 ) is a track-capable, ultimate performance sedan.
  • The winning bidders will own the rights to the first-production 2022 CT5-V Blackwing, VIN 001, and 2022 CT-V Blackwing, VIN 001.

I Would Drive 500 Miles: Consumers Are Willing to Travel Longer Distances to Get the Cars They Want During COVID-19, According to Edmunds

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Thursday, February 11, 2021
Cars, Motor vehicles, Car classifications, Sports cars, Sports sedans, Hatchbacks, Mid-size cars, Hyundai Motor Group, KIA, Toyota, Edmunds, Supra

According to Edmunds website data, car shoppers indicated that they were willing to drive 47 miles on average for outgoing 2019 model year vehicles in January 2020.

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  • According to Edmunds website data, car shoppers indicated that they were willing to drive 47 miles on average for outgoing 2019 model year vehicles in January 2020.
  • They're demonstrating that they're ready to literally go the distance to get their hearts' desire, even in the midst of a pandemic."
  • The Toyota GR Supra came in second, with consumers indicating they'd be willing to drive an average of 167 miles.
  • The Kia Stinger came in third, rating an average distance of 166 miles from willing car shoppers.

Confident Power: All-new 2022 INFINITI QX60 introduces new 9-speed automatic transmission, improved refinement

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Thursday, February 11, 2021
Cars, Motor vehicles, Car classifications, Infiniti QX60, Infiniti, Sports sedans, Mid-size cars, Coupés, Sedans

When it arrives to the U.S. and Canada later this year, the 2022 INFINITI QX60 will be powered by the brands award-winning 295-horsepower 3.5-liter V-6 engine mated to an all-new 9-speed automatic transmission.

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  • When it arrives to the U.S. and Canada later this year, the 2022 INFINITI QX60 will be powered by the brands award-winning 295-horsepower 3.5-liter V-6 engine mated to an all-new 9-speed automatic transmission.
  • The upcoming, all-new 2022 INFINITI QX60 embraces the tenets of what our brand stands for, said INFINITI Chairman Peyman Kargar.
  • The QX60 is a foundation for INFINITI and will bring to life our core philosophies.
  • Extensive testing and calibration for the engine and 9-speed combo in the all-new INFINITI QX60 will deliver to drivers a powerful but relaxing ride.

Subaru Unveils Launch Control: Road To Gymkhana Miniseries On Youtube And Amazon Prime Video

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Wednesday, February 10, 2021
Cars, Motor vehicles, Car body styles, Sport compact cars, Sports sedans, Subaru, Travis Pastrana, Gymkhana, STI

CAMDEN, N.J., Feb. 10, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- Subaru today released Launch Control: Road to Gymkhana, a two-part miniseries documenting the design, build, testing and shoot of the wildest WRX STI ever constructedTravis Pastrana's Gymkhana 2020 STI.

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  • CAMDEN, N.J., Feb. 10, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- Subaru today released Launch Control: Road to Gymkhana, a two-part miniseries documenting the design, build, testing and shoot of the wildest WRX STI ever constructedTravis Pastrana's Gymkhana 2020 STI.
  • The full season is available now on both YouTube and Amazon Prime Video .
  • "Gymkhana 2020 was my chance to take the series in a direction no one had seen before, and Road to Gymkhana isbeyond anything fans have seen from Launch Control," said Pastrana.
  • Launch Control is a production of Formula Photographic and Bowes Media with the support of Subaru of America.

Porsche Taycan Reaches 102 mph*

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Wednesday, February 10, 2021
Cars, Car classifications, Motor vehicles, Executive cars, Sports sedans, Porsche Taycan, Porsche, Sports cars, Coupés

I'm thankful for Porsche for trusting my abilities and for their preparations and encouragement 102 mph inside a building.

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  • I'm thankful for Porsche for trusting my abilities and for their preparations and encouragement 102 mph inside a building.
  • The Guinness World Records title for the fastest speed achieved by a vehicle indoors was confirmed by independent adjudicators as 102.6 mph set by Leh Keen at the New Orleans Convention Center in a Porsche Taycan Turbo S.
    The Taycan is Porsche's first all-electric sports car and is priced from $79,900, it comes in Taycan, Taycan 4S, Taycan Turbo and Turbo S forms.
  • They, in turn, work to provide Porsche customers with a best-in-class experience that is in keeping with the Porsche brand's 70-year history of leadership in the advancement of vehicle performance, safety, and efficiency.
  • PCNA is an indirect wholly-owned subsidiary of Porsche AG, which is headquartered in Stuttgart, Germany.

Karma Automotive Continues Global Retail Expansion With New Retail Outlet In Iceland

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Tuesday, February 9, 2021
Car classifications, Cars, Electric vehicles, Luxury vehicles, Full-size vehicles, Sports sedans, Karma Revero, Karma Automotive, Karma in Buddhism, Karma

IRVINE, Calif., Feb. 9, 2021 /PRNewswire/ --Karma Automotive today announced the opening of its newest addition to its global dealer network: Karma Iceland.

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  • IRVINE, Calif., Feb. 9, 2021 /PRNewswire/ --Karma Automotive today announced the opening of its newest addition to its global dealer network: Karma Iceland.
  • Karma has actively worked to increase its presence in global markets and will continue to add new retailers in the upcoming months.
  • "Karma Iceland is operated by Gisli Gislason, who is a true pioneer in his efforts to bring electric vehicles to Iceland.
  • Karma Iceland will initially showcase the Karma's Revero extended range electric vehicle for luxury buyers interested in something new and unique.

Fisker Inc. to Participate in Upcoming Goldman Sachs Technology and Internet Virtual Conference

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Thursday, February 4, 2021
Automotive, Other Automotive, Automotive Manufacturing, General Automotive, Manufacturing, Performance & Special Interest, Alternative Vehicles, Fuels, Henrik Fisker, Cars, Car classifications, Electric vehicles, Luxury vehicles, Full-size vehicles, Sports sedans, Fisker Inc., Fisker, Benetti Fisker 50, Fisker EMotion, Fisker Automotive

Fisker Inc. (NYSE: FSR) (Fisker) designer and manufacturer of the worlds most emotion-stirring, eco-friendly electric vehicles and advanced mobility solutions announced today that Henrik Fisker, chairman and chief executive officer of Fisker, will participate in the Goldman Sachs Technology and Internet Conference.

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  • Fisker Inc. (NYSE: FSR) (Fisker) designer and manufacturer of the worlds most emotion-stirring, eco-friendly electric vehicles and advanced mobility solutions announced today that Henrik Fisker, chairman and chief executive officer of Fisker, will participate in the Goldman Sachs Technology and Internet Conference.
  • Mr. Fiskers Fireside Chat will be hosted on Thursday, Feb. 11, 2021 from 3:40 p.m.
  • California-based Fisker Inc. is revolutionizing the automotive industry by developing the most emotionally desirable and eco-friendly electric vehicles on Earth.
  • Download the revolutionary new Fisker mobile app from the App Store or Google Play store.

2022 MDX Asserts its Role as the Flagship of the Acura Brand

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Wednesday, February 3, 2021
Cars, Car classifications, Motor vehicles, Flagship vehicles, Sedans, Acura, Sports sedans, Mid-size cars, Executive cars, Acura TLX, Acura RDX

With a dramatic redesign, the 2022 MDX is the most premium, performance-focused and technologically sophisticated SUV in Acura history

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  • With a dramatic redesign, the 2022 MDX is the most premium, performance-focused and technologically sophisticated SUV in Acura history
    MARKHAM, ON, Feb. 3, 2021 /CNW/ -Acura's all-new flagship, the 2022 MDX goes on sale at Canadian Acura dealers on February 12.
  • 35 years of innovation and performance engineering have led Acura to the 2022 MDX, demonstrating how long-time racing and sports car success is powering the fourth-generation SUV to its new role as the flagship of the brand.
  • The Acura lineup features five distinctive models the TLX performance luxury sedan, the ILX sport sedan, the 5-passenger RDX luxury crossover SUV, and the Acura MDX seven-passenger luxury SUV.
  • Acura launched its next-generation, electrified NSX supercar as a new and pinnacle expression of Acura Precision Crafted Performance.

2022 MDX Asserts its Role as the Flagship of the Acura Brand in New Launch Campaign

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Monday, February 1, 2021
Cars, Motor vehicles, Car classifications, Acura, Sedans, Flagship vehicles, MDX, Acura MDX, Honda, Sports sedans, Mid-size cars

MDX performance is underpinned by a first-ever double-wishbone front suspension applied to its all-new, ultra-rigid platform, featured in an accompanying spot ( acura.us/mdxperformance ) that also demonstrates MDX's towing capability.

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  • MDX performance is underpinned by a first-ever double-wishbone front suspension applied to its all-new, ultra-rigid platform, featured in an accompanying spot ( acura.us/mdxperformance ) that also demonstrates MDX's towing capability.
  • Full 2022 MDX information is available here .
  • The campaign was developed in collaboration with agency of record MullenLowe LA, and will be featured across broadcast, digital and social media.
  • The Acura lineup features five distinctive models the ILX and TLX sport sedans, the RDX and MDX sport-utility vehicles and the next-generation, electrified NSX supercar.

Lexus Design Award 2021 Selects Six Finalists

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Thursday, January 28, 2021
Cars, Motor vehicles, Transport, Lexus, Sedans, Sports sedans, Grand tourers

TOKYO, Jan. 28, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- Lexus today announced the six finalists for the Lexus Design Award 2021, selected by a distinguished jury from among 2,079 entries submitted by creators in 66 countries.

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  • TOKYO, Jan. 28, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- Lexus today announced the six finalists for the Lexus Design Award 2021, selected by a distinguished jury from among 2,079 entries submitted by creators in 66 countries.
  • This year marks the ninth edition of the Lexus Design Award, which was established to support up-and-coming creators.
  • Lexus Design Award 2021 judge Greg Lynn said, "In the middle of a changing climate and a global pandemic there was a predictable urgency to the problems being addressed by the designers.
  • In mid-January the six finalists participated in a five-day workshop with the four Lexus Design Award 2021 mentors: Joe Doucet, Sabine Marcelis, Mariam Kamara, and Sputniko!.