Scion is equipping all of its 2014 lineup with touchscreen audio systems. The “Scion Display Audio System” offers AM/FM/CD and HD Radio capability with Bluetooth streaming/hands-free, and AUX/USB ports. In addition, all 2013 Scion xBs built this month forward will be equipped with the 6.1-inch LCD touchscreen display. According to Scion, they are the first […] More »

Some folks prefer buying a car in its second model year to let the manufacturer work out the bugs. Are you one of those people? If so, waiting for the 2014 Scion FR-S has cost you $525. The car’s price has gone up 2.1 percent to $25,455. In reality, though, your patience and prudence has […] More »

The guys over at Scion have left us with a fun one this week. Say hello to the FR-S. Yeah. Needless to say, we’re pretty excited about this one. We’ve talked about the coupe ad nasuem for good reason. Not only is it the best looking car in Scion’s line-up, but it’s got some incredible […] More »

Not to get your hopes up, but, it sounds like Toyota intends to build more sports cars. At least, they’re considering it. According to CarAdvice.com.au, Tatsuya Tata, the chief engineer of the GT86 project confirmed that Toyota has started development on two new sports cars: one that’s a level higher than the FR-S (think Supra), and […] More »

  Last week we told you the FR-S convertible project had been scrapped. We even had you sit down in preparation for a sinking heart. Perhaps now you can find a clear area to jump for joy because Toyota 86 Chief Engineer, Tetsuya Tada told CarAdvice the Toyota 86 convertible was still being considered for […] More »

There’s nothing like a racy exhaust sound to brighten your day. Aftermarket exhaust systems may be the best modification: they’re rather easy to install, and for relatively few dollars, they can dramatically change your car’s character. The only bad thing about a sports exhaust is deciding which brand to buy. That’s where we come in, […] More »

For a basically engineered car, an engine swap can take as little as 3.1 hours of your mechanic’s time, but what do you reckon is the world record for changing out a car’s engine? Thirty minutes? Ten minutes? Try one minute, six seconds. The clip below is the Guinness-certified evidence. NOTE: The video says the time […] More »