Report: 2016 Next-next Porsche Boxster to get twin-turbo four, Cayman sticking with six

Filed under: Convertible, Coupe, Hybrid, Performance, Porsche, Rumormill Porsche Cayman Spy Shots – Click above for high-res image gallery With the next-generation Porsche Cayman caught running ’round the ‘Ring, the reports/rumors about its platform and powertrains have begun to surface. According to Car, both the Boxster and Cayman will ride on a wheelbase that’s 60mm [...]

Pandora integration comes to the 2012 Scion xB

Filed under: Car Buying, Technology, Hatchback, Scion The 2012 Scion xB will begin rolling into dealerships next month, and while there’s not much in the way of upgrades to the exterior, interior or powertrain, two new stereo options are included in the boxy package. The standard xB’s Pioneer head unit is now equipped with HD [...]

Intel and Foryou team up for next-gen infotainment systems

Filed under: Technology If you’re not familiar with Foryou, you’re not alone. The Chinese component maker has been producing primarily aftermarket head-units since 2002. But as of today, it’s getting in bed with the big boys. Foryou is teaming up with Intel to create the next generation of aftermarket and OEM, integrated infotainment systems powered [...]

Report: Mercedes considering automotive app store

Filed under: Technology, Mercedes-Benz, Luxury At CES this year, we sat down with Johan de Nysschen and Dr. Peter Steiner from Audi to discuss the automaker’s future infotainment plans. At the time, Steiner mentioned that his team had looked into the possibility of an integrated app store built into the MMI system. And Audi isn’t [...]

Gordon Murray’s Batmobile unveiled [w/video]

Filed under: Concept Cars, Celebrities Gordon Murray’s Batmobile – Click above for high-res image gallery In the annals of Batmobile history, we’re not sure where to peg this latest version. The good: It’s dark, it’s carbon fiber and it spits flames from a carbon-ceramic afterburner. The bad: It’s just really freaking dull. But because it’s [...]