Autos & Vehicles

Reinventing the Lexus IS! – The Downshift Episode 48

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On this episode of The Downshift, we talk with Junichi Furuyama, the new Chief Engineer of the Lexus IS about the radical changes to the new IS and the reinvention of the Lexus brand.

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2013 Volkswagen GTD: Better than the GTI? – Ignition Episode 50

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On this episode of Ignition, Carlos Lago tests the Europe-only Volkswagen GTD. With its odd combination of turbo diesel drivetrain and sporty, GTI-based chassis, will the VW hatch be as popular with Carlos as it is across the pond?

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Back Yard Paint Job! – HOT ROD Unlimited Episode 25

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On this episode of HOT ROD Unlimited, The HOT ROD staff shows how you can trick your friends into a party so you can paint your hot rod in a weekend. Associate Editor Jesse Kiser and HOT ROD Magazine Live host Dennis Pittsenbarger shows how the staff painted their hideous 1967 Chevrolet Impala in a couple days. Using kits from Summit Racing and Eastwood Industries, anyone can paint a car almost anywhere, hot wings optional.

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Up Close and Personal with Motor Trend’s Hosts! Part 2 – Wide Open Throttle Episode 48

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On this episode of Wide Open Throttle, Jessi Lang meets up with Motor Trend and Hot Rod veterans to answer some of the viewers’ most popular questions. Find out how Angus MacKenzie, David Freiburger, Randy Pobst, Jonny Lieberman, and Frank Markus got their jobs and what they enjoy most about their respective positions.

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SRT Viper GTS vs Chevrolet Corvette ZR1! – Head 2 Head Episode 24

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On this episode of Head 2 Head, Jonny Lieberman pits the new 2013 SRT Viper GTS against its domestic rival, the 2012 Corvette ZR1. It’s an all American prizefight as Jonny heads north to Mazda Raceway Laguna Seca to hot lap these two monsters with pro race driver Randy Pobst. And of course, no match up between these two contenders would be complete with out a drag race. It’s one for the record books as Jonny and Randy find out which car has the bigger “bollocks.”

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