It’s Done—The Last Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution Has Been Sold

This is it—the Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution is officially done. The very last Lancer Evo Final Edition produced for North American markets (serial US1600) has been sold at auction, marking the end of the famed sports car. It fetched $76,400, a very fair price. To put that into perspective, the 2015 Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution had a…

2013 Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution Overview

The 2013 Lancer Evolution from Mitsubishi stands out as a uniquely designed sedan with a promise to perform. The 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution has no new changes. Have a Great Trip: Road Trip Games to Pass the Time 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution Exterior In the competitive small sedan segment, the 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution easily…

Mitsubishi Lancer Archives

In recent years, Mitsubishi has introduced a number of new models as… Earlier this week, we reported that Mitsubishi achieved its best January sales… Early last year, Mitsubishi announced its intention to resurrect the Mitsubishi Eclipse. When… Another year has drawn to a close, and as we turn ourselves… Mitsubishi Motors North America (MMNA) has reported…

2017 Mitsubishi Lancer Overview

Mitsubishi might be focusing more on introducing more SUVs and crossovers to its lineup, but that doesn’t mean its sedan models are suffering. The 2017 Mitsubishi Lancer is perfect proof of this. This vehicle comes standard with a 6.1-inch touchscreen and a rearview camera. It also has an available all-wheel drive—something few of other compact…

Mitsubishi Outlander Has Best July Sales Month Ever

Mitsubishi Motors North America (MMNA) has reported total July sales of 8,025 vehicles, up 1.7% over July of last year. The brand was once again carried by the Mitsubishi Outlander, which posted its best July sales month ever with 2,530 units sold, up 29.6% over July 2016. Not to be outdone by the current overwhelming…

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Mitsubishi and Nissan to Share All EV Tech

Following the $2.3 billion acquisition of Mitsubishi by Nissan-Renault, the big question for the automotive conglomerate, which is now among the top three in the world on a production basis, has become “now what?” While Mitsubishi sales have gone better than expected in the United States, the automaker hasn’t done much to make itself stand…

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Mitsubishi Electric Is Bringing an Autonomous Electric Concept Car to the Tokyo Motor Show

Mitsubishi has more underneath their brand’s umbrella than just gasoline-powered vehicles. While Mitsubishi Motors represents the automotive industry, Mitsubishi Electric is a separate part of the company, specializing in household electronics and appliances like air conditioning, refrigerators, and vacuum cleaners. As an electric-focused branch, Mitsubishi Electric has announced an all-electric, self-driving concept car. The EMIRAI 4 concept…

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Say What? Mitsubishi Up 38.8% in February

Another month, another surprisingly good sales performance for Mitsubishi Motors North America. While enthusiasts continue to complain that Mitsubishi is “dying,” the Japanese brand seems on its way to a resurgence—just not the type the enthusiasts would wish, as the company doesn’t seem interested in building any performance cars like the ones it used to…

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Will Ethanol Blended Gasoline Damage Your Engine?

The Environmental Protection Agency’s Renewable Fuel Standard mandates that a certain percentage of gasoline in the US can contain a minimum amount of renewable fuel. Specifically, the Energy Policy Act in 2005 required 7.5 billion gallons of “renewable fuels” to be blended with the nation’s gasoline supply by 2012. The reason behind this requirement, according…

2017 Subaru WRX Overview

The 2017 Subaru WRX is five-passenger sedan that comes standard with an advanced all-wheel drive system and turbocharged motor. This sedan carries a starting MSRP of $26,695 for the base WRX, but that figure grows to $39,995 for the top-level WRX STI Limited model. Many advanced safety technologies also come standard, while fuel efficiency is…

torque Archives

The 2020 Cadillac CT5-V was originally expected to produce 355 horsepower and… At the 2019 Miami International Auto Show, Cadillac displayed the new 2020… With its combination of letters and numbers (XT4, CT6-V, ATS), Cadillac’s vehicle… Boasting everything from sleek sports cars to heavy-duty trucks, the Chevrolet lineup… As a brand that specializes in trucks…

Five Chrysler Group Models Lead in Top Quality Awards

Strategic Vision recently released the results of its 2014 Total Quality Index. While Kia and Audi led as overall brands, Chrysler Group was happy to claim five segment first place finishes. The Dodge Dart and the Dodge Durango each topped their segments for the second year in a row. The Dodge Charger, Jeep Wrangler Unlimited,…

exterior Archives

GM Authority believes they have spotted the new Chevrolet Silverado ZRX driving… The 2020 Dodge Challenger and Challenger SRT are receiving upgraded exterior designs… When you decide you’re ready for a new car, sometimes it can… The 2017 Mitsubishi Outlander is a seven-passenger SUV with proven off-road credentials,… Audi’s official web site lists the starting…

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In the Rearview: Cleaning Up

Hello, and welcome once more to In the Rearview, where I get all snarky about some of the top news stories on The News Wheel from the past week. This week, we start with a look way back over all of 2016 to remember the vehicles which were dumped from their lineups this year, with favorites…

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Top 9 Car-Themed Attractions at Walt Disney World

Lightening McQueen makes a special appearance. Disney World may be one of the world’s largest attractions for families all over the globe, but it’s also one of the ultimate locations for car fans. There are tons of car-themed rides, attractions, and restaurants at Disney World – and we’re not just talking about Pixar’s Cars.  Related:…

Interior Archives

Just a few short weeks after Buick wowed the fans with the reveal the 2021 Envision’s new design, it hit another home run with pictures of the interior.… Compared to vehicles from previous generations, your car’s engine is likely to… When you decide you’re ready for a new car, sometimes it can… In a world…

cargo space Archives

2020 has thrown all of us a loop, but road trips managed… Despite their compact size, hatchbacks boast ample cargo space, and four 2019… As it’s road trip season, you’re probably staring at your current car… The 2016 Honda CR-V is a compact SUV with a starting MSRP… A new (and remarkably slight, albeit festive)…

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economy Archives

Electric vehicle sales are slowing down, and companies are taking a big step back… Consumers who choose to buy new when vehicle shopping are spending an… The UK has set 2021 as the deadline for putting fully autonomous… Motorsports provide a real, tangible economic incentive to auto manufacturers. For many,… You guys remember Venezuela. It’s…

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For both Ford Motor Company and Walt Disney, the 1964 New York… Transformers television shows have existed since the first iteration of the franchise… Jeep recently shocked the automotive world when it announced that it was… Compact disc (CD) players used to be a standard among in-vehicle features.… This summer, Disney and Pixar are reuniting…

CPO Archives

You’ve finally picked out the new car you’ve wanted at the dealership.… Certified pre-owned vehicles typically offer a great opportunity to buy used and… The Insurance Institute for Highway Safety has recognized a total of eight… Honda has announced that its Certified Pre-Owned (CPO) vehicles set an all-time… Honda was one of ten automotive brands…

Pre-Owned Archives

There are many reasons car prices have gone up, and they’re all intermingled in complex ways.… Sales for new sedan models across the automotive industry are on the… Honda was one of ten automotive brands to be named in Autotrader’s… Are you thinking about buying a used car? Dealers are always touting…

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Renault-Nissan Archives

Carlos Ghosn is one of the most influential automotive executives on the… Carlos Ghosn, chairman of Nissan and Mitsubishi, said yesterday that a merger… While its name invited the groan of enthusiasts everywhere when it was… There were a lot of questions about what would happen after Renault-Nissan… We recently reported that Mitsubishi and Nissan…

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2016 Paris Motor Show Archives

After axing the Lancer Evo, Mitsubishi made it clear that its future… The world just got its first look at the next-generation Honda Civic… You know what the world needs more of? Crossovers. If the NX… Hyundai is going through an identity crisis—and that may be a good thing.… The 2016 Paris Motor Show opens to…

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