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    <title><![CDATA[Editors' Choice: Top Five 2013 Chicago Auto Show Debuts]]></title>
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On the international circuit, the <a href="http://ca.autoblog.com/chicago-auto-show">Chicago Auto Show</a> often gets slighted for being a rather dull show in terms of actual news and major vehicle debuts. But the Chicago expo is still hugely important. Not only is it the largest show in terms of overall square footage, it serves as the largest consumer showcase, with the highest amount of foot traffic from consumers. Sure, a lot of what's new here pales in comparison to all of the shiny sheetmetal we saw in <a href="http://ca.autoblog.com/detroit-auto-show">Detroit</a> last month, but it's all still very important.<br />
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As is our tradition, we've picked our favourite cars of the show (personal opinions, mind you - no fancy official-type or "most important" stuff here) and have compiled them in our usual Editors' Choice format for your perusal. Have a look below to see what caught our eyes.<p><a href="http://ca.autoblog.com/2013/02/08/editors-choice-top-five-2013-chicago-auto-show-debuts/" rel="bookmark">Continue reading <em>Editors' Choice: Top Five 2013 Chicago Auto Show Debuts</em></a></p><p style="padding:5px;background:#ddd;border:1px solid #ccc;clear:both;"><a href="http://ca.autoblog.com/2013/02/08/editors-choice-top-five-2013-chicago-auto-show-debuts/">Editors' Choice: Top Five 2013 Chicago Auto Show Debuts</a> originally appeared on <a href="http://ca.autoblog.com">Autoblog Canada</a> on Fri, 08 Feb 2013 19:00:00 EST.  Please see our <a href="http://www.weblogsinc.com/feed-terms/">terms for use of feeds</a>.</p><h6 style="clear: both; padding: 8px 0 0 0; height: 2px; font-size: 1px; border: 0; margin: 0; padding: 0;"></h6><a href="http://ca.autoblog.com/2013/02/08/editors-choice-top-five-2013-chicago-auto-show-debuts/" rel="bookmark" title="Permanent link to this entry">Permalink</a>&nbsp;|&nbsp;<a href="http://ca.autoblog.com/forward/20454864/" title="Send this entry to a friend via email">Email this</a>&nbsp;|&nbsp;<a href="http://ca.autoblog.com/2013/02/08/editors-choice-top-five-2013-chicago-auto-show-debuts/#comments" title="View reader comments on this entry">Comments</a>]]></description>
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    <dc:creator><![CDATA[Steven J. Ewing]]></dc:creator>
    <pubDate>Fri, 08 Feb 2013 19:00:00 EST</pubDate>
    
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    <title><![CDATA[2013 Dodge Dart gets all Moparized]]></title>
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    <description><![CDATA[<p>Filed under: <a href="http://ca.autoblog.com/category/aftermarket/" rel="tag">Aftermarket</a>, <a href="http://ca.autoblog.com/category/dodge/" rel="tag">Dodge</a>, <a href="http://ca.autoblog.com/category/sedan/" rel="tag">Sedan</a>, <a href="http://ca.autoblog.com/category/chicago-auto-show/" rel="tag">Chicago Auto Show</a></p><a href="http://ca.autoblog.com/photos/2013-dodge-dart-with-mopar-accessories-chicago-2013/#photo-5625048/#continued"><img alt="2013 Dodge Dart with Mopar Accessories" src="http://www.blogcdn.com/www.autoblog.com/media/2013/02/2013-dodge-dart-mopar-chicago.jpg" style="margin-top: 4px; margin-bottom: 4px; width: 628px; height: 417px;" /></a><br />
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Last year, <a href="http://ca.autoblog.com/chrysler/">Chrysler</a> announced it would be offering <a href="http://ca.autoblog.com/2012/01/11/mopar-to-go-full-boat-with-150-dodge-dart-accessories/">more than 150 Mopar parts and accessories</a> on the <a href="http://ca.autoblog.com/dodge/dart/">2013 Dodge Dart</a>, and we got a look at some of these parts firsthand at the <a href="http://ca.autoblog.com/chicago-auto-show/">Chicago Auto Show</a>. Showing off all the optional parts at once would surely create a gaudy monstrosity, so Chrysler chose to equip this particular Dart GT with just a handful of <a href="http://ca.autoblog.com/tag/mopar/">Mopar</a> goodies, which still gave the car a nice and tasteful custom look that is available straight from the dealership (and with a full warranty, too).<br />
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Decked out in a factory colour called Header Orange Clear Coat - also a very appropriate show car hue - this car added exterior styling parts such as the vented, carbon fiber hood, the bolt-on front chin spoiler and a matte black decklid spoiler. Looking inside the car, you'd think the red-accented interior is part of the Mopar parts bin, too, but this is actually what the standard Dart GT cabin will look like when it goes on sale.<br />
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Take a <a href="http://ca.autoblog.com/photos/2013-dodge-dart-with-mopar-accessories-chicago-2013/#photo-5625048/#continued">look at our photos here</a>.<p><a href="http://ca.autoblog.com/2013/02/08/2013-dodge-dart-mopar-chicago-2013/" rel="bookmark">Continue reading <em>2013 Dodge Dart gets all Moparized</em></a></p><p style="padding:5px;background:#ddd;border:1px solid #ccc;clear:both;"><a href="http://ca.autoblog.com/2013/02/08/2013-dodge-dart-mopar-chicago-2013/">2013 Dodge Dart gets all Moparized</a> originally appeared on <a href="http://ca.autoblog.com">Autoblog Canada</a> on Fri, 08 Feb 2013 18:31:00 EST.  Please see our <a href="http://www.weblogsinc.com/feed-terms/">terms for use of feeds</a>.</p><h6 style="clear: both; padding: 8px 0 0 0; height: 2px; font-size: 1px; border: 0; margin: 0; padding: 0;"></h6><a href="http://ca.autoblog.com/2013/02/08/2013-dodge-dart-mopar-chicago-2013/" rel="bookmark" title="Permanent link to this entry">Permalink</a>&nbsp;|&nbsp;<a href="http://ca.autoblog.com/forward/20454967/" title="Send this entry to a friend via email">Email this</a>&nbsp;|&nbsp;<a href="http://ca.autoblog.com/2013/02/08/2013-dodge-dart-mopar-chicago-2013/#comments" title="View reader comments on this entry">Comments</a>]]></description>
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    <dc:creator><![CDATA[Jeffrey N. Ross]]></dc:creator>
    <pubDate>Fri, 08 Feb 2013 18:31:00 EST</pubDate>
    
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    <title><![CDATA[Mopar '13 Dart is a bruiser of a compact]]></title>
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For the fourth year in a row, <a href="http://ca.autoblog.com/tag/mopar/">Mopar</a> is offering a limited-production car decked with a plenty of add-ons and a unique look. This year's black-and-blue car is the Mopar '13 Dart, which was unveiled at the <a href="http://ca.autoblog.com/chicago-auto-show/">Chicago Auto Show</a> with the now-signature paint scheme. Like previous Mopar models, only 500 of the '13 Darts will be built. Past models include the <a href="http://www.autoblog.com/2010/07/07/chrysler-debuts-limited-edition-mopar-10-challenger/" target="_blank">Mopar '10 Challenger</a>, <a href="http://ca.autoblog.com/2011/04/13/2011-mopar-charger-ready-to-rumble-w-burnout-video/">Mopar '11 Charger</a> and the <a href="http://ca.autoblog.com/2012/02/08/2012-mopar-300-chicago-2012/">Mopar '12 300</a>.<br />
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The all-black <a href="http://ca.autoblog.com/dodge/dart/">Dart</a> gets a brightly contrasting, offset blue stripe running the full length of the car, and other styling mods like the aero-tuned body kit, gloss black grille, wheels and mirror caps. Curiously, Mopar chose to stick with the Dart's standard headlights rather than the darker, smoked lights. The interior gets a similar black-and-blue treatment, but this unique cabin features a blue leather driver's seat to go along with the black leather seating for the rest of the passengers.<br />
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More than just a styling package, the Mopar '13 Dart also gets some performance and handling goodies to complement the Dart's turbocharged 1.4-litre engine, such as upgraded brakes with slotted rotors, a lowered suspension, retuned electric power steering and a "sport-tuned" exhaust system.<br />
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<a href="http://ca.autoblog.com/2013/02/08/mopar-13-dart-chicago-2013/#continued">Scroll down</a> for Chrysler's official press release.<p><a href="http://ca.autoblog.com/2013/02/08/mopar-13-dart-chicago-2013/" rel="bookmark">Continue reading <em>Mopar '13 Dart is a bruiser of a compact</em></a></p><p style="padding:5px;background:#ddd;border:1px solid #ccc;clear:both;"><a href="http://ca.autoblog.com/2013/02/08/mopar-13-dart-chicago-2013/">Mopar '13 Dart is a bruiser of a compact</a> originally appeared on <a href="http://ca.autoblog.com">Autoblog Canada</a> on Fri, 08 Feb 2013 15:00:00 EST.  Please see our <a href="http://www.weblogsinc.com/feed-terms/">terms for use of feeds</a>.</p><h6 style="clear: both; padding: 8px 0 0 0; height: 2px; font-size: 1px; border: 0; margin: 0; padding: 0;"></h6><a href="http://ca.autoblog.com/2013/02/08/mopar-13-dart-chicago-2013/" rel="bookmark" title="Permanent link to this entry">Permalink</a>&nbsp;|&nbsp;<a href="http://ca.autoblog.com/forward/20454187/" title="Send this entry to a friend via email">Email this</a>&nbsp;|&nbsp;<a href="http://ca.autoblog.com/2013/02/08/mopar-13-dart-chicago-2013/#comments" title="View reader comments on this entry">Comments</a>]]></description>
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    <dc:creator><![CDATA[Jeffrey N. Ross]]></dc:creator>
    <pubDate>Fri, 08 Feb 2013 15:00:00 EST</pubDate>
    
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    <title><![CDATA[SRT adds new cost-saving Core models to Challenger SRT8, 300 SRT8]]></title>
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    <description><![CDATA[<p>Filed under: <a href="http://ca.autoblog.com/category/coupes/" rel="tag">Coupe</a>, <a href="http://ca.autoblog.com/category/chrysler/" rel="tag">Chrysler</a>, <a href="http://ca.autoblog.com/category/dodge/" rel="tag">Dodge</a>, <a href="http://ca.autoblog.com/category/sedan/" rel="tag">Sedan</a>, <a href="http://ca.autoblog.com/category/performance/" rel="tag">Performance</a>, <a href="http://ca.autoblog.com/category/chicago-auto-show/" rel="tag">Chicago Auto Show</a></p><a href="http://ca.autoblog.com/photos/2013-chrysler-300-srt8-core-model-chicago-2013-0/"><img alt="2013 Chrysler 300 SRT8 Core Model" src="http://www.blogcdn.com/www.autoblog.com/media/2013/02/2013-chrysler-300-srt8-core-chicago.jpg" style="margin-top: 4px; margin-bottom: 4px; width: 628px; height: 417px;" /></a><br />
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<a href="http://ca.autoblog.com/photos/2013-dodge-challenger-srt8-core-model-chicago-2013-0/"><img class="right border" src="http://www.blogcdn.com/www.autoblog.com/media/2013/02/2013-dodge-challenger-srt8-core.jpg" style="margin-top: 4px; margin-bottom: 4px; width: 250px; height: 145px; float: right;" /></a>As the high-performance division of <a href="http://ca.autoblog.com/chrysler/">Chrysler</a>, the <a href="http://ca.autoblog.com/srt/">SRT</a> brand used the <a href="http://ca.autoblog.com/chicago-auto-show/">Chicago Auto Show</a> to reveal new "Core" models for the <a href="http://ca.autoblog.com/dodge/challenger+srt8/">Dodge Challenger SRT8</a> and <a href="http://ca.autoblog.com/chrysler/300+srt8/">Chrysler 300 SRT8</a>. Similar to a move made by Chrysler <a href="http://ca.autoblog.com/2012/12/20/chrysler-to-challenge-locals-with-less-costly-300-srt8-in-austra/">in Australia</a>, both of these new Core models will get a significant drop in price compared to the current SRTs, and each will get some new, exclusive styling elements as well. Both new models will arrive in showrooms this summer.<br />
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The Challenger SRT8 Core will start at US$38,995 (CAD pricing to follow), which is several thousand less than the SRT8 currently on sale. Along with the lower price, this new configuration gets classic colors like Orange Pearl Coat and Plum Crazy Pearl Coat (shown at right), and all models get black accents on the grille, a spoiler, 20-inch wheels and Brembo brake calipers. The interior also gets some unique elements such as cloth inserts on the seats (also used on the <a href="http://ca.autoblog.com/srt/viper/">SRT Viper</a>) and a "mini-carbon bezel" on the instrument panel.<br />
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As for the 300 SRT8, the Core version has a new price of US$41,995 (CAD pricing to follow but the current SRT8 is CAD$46,845) marking a drop of US$7,000 over the current 300 SRT8 base model. This car also gets similar upgrades - inside and out - as the Challenger SRT8, but it will also have plenty of matte carbon and piano black interior accents and the option of red-painted calipers. The finishing touch on this model is the addition of the "6.4L" fender badges, which is a first for the 300 SRT8.<br />
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It isn't clear what, if any, equipment has been de-contented to create this new lower price, but we're sure buyers looking to get behind the wheel of either one of these products will be happy. <a href="http://ca.autoblog.com/2013/02/08/srt-core-models-chicago-2013/#continued">Scroll down</a> to read more about the Challenger SRT8 and 300 SRT8 Core models.<p><a href="http://ca.autoblog.com/2013/02/08/srt-core-models-chicago-2013/" rel="bookmark">Continue reading <em>SRT adds new cost-saving Core models to Challenger SRT8, 300 SRT8</em></a></p><p style="padding:5px;background:#ddd;border:1px solid #ccc;clear:both;"><a href="http://ca.autoblog.com/2013/02/08/srt-core-models-chicago-2013/">SRT adds new cost-saving Core models to Challenger SRT8, 300 SRT8</a> originally appeared on <a href="http://ca.autoblog.com">Autoblog Canada</a> on Fri, 08 Feb 2013 10:15:00 EST.  Please see our <a href="http://www.weblogsinc.com/feed-terms/">terms for use of feeds</a>.</p><h6 style="clear: both; padding: 8px 0 0 0; height: 2px; font-size: 1px; border: 0; margin: 0; padding: 0;"></h6><a href="http://ca.autoblog.com/2013/02/08/srt-core-models-chicago-2013/" rel="bookmark" title="Permanent link to this entry">Permalink</a>&nbsp;|&nbsp;<a href="http://ca.autoblog.com/forward/20454121/" title="Send this entry to a friend via email">Email this</a>&nbsp;|&nbsp;<a href="http://ca.autoblog.com/2013/02/08/srt-core-models-chicago-2013/#comments" title="View reader comments on this entry">Comments</a>]]></description>
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    <dc:creator><![CDATA[Jeffrey N. Ross]]></dc:creator>
    <pubDate>Fri, 08 Feb 2013 10:15:00 EST</pubDate>
    
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    <title><![CDATA[<i>Defiance</i> Dodge Charger, saving Earth from aliens isn't clean work [w/video]]]></title>
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You'll be forgiven for not having heard about the TV show <a href="http://defiance.com/en/series/" target="_blank"><em>Defiance</em></a> - it actually hasn't aired its first episode yet. The new science fiction show about an alien war against Earth in the near future seems like a perfect fit for the SyFy channel, and, apparently one that <a href="http://ca.autoblog.com/dodge/">Dodge</a> saw as a slick marketing opportunity for its <a href="http://ca.autoblog.com/dodge/charger/">Charger</a> sedan.<br />
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Here in <a href="http://ca.autoblog.com/chicago-auto-show/">Chicago</a>, Dodge has given a large corner of its show stand to the <em>Defiance</em> Charger, a car that won't be skipped by any <em>Mad Max</em> fans in attendance at this year's show. The Charger boasts one hell of a gnarly patina under a confusingly welded cage of tube steel, as well as window bars, a grille guard in front, and big, knobby truck tires. There aren't any obvious guns or turrets on the outside of the vehicle, so we can only hope that the characters driving it go well-armed.<br />
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Look for the Charger to make its star turn in Defiance when the series premieres on SyFy on April 15 at 9:00 PM EST. Also, <a href="http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Defiance_(TV_series)" target="_blank">there's said to be a <em>Defiance</em> video game in the works, too</a>, so you may get a chance to steer the burly Dodge for yourself. Find a trailer for the show, <a href="http://ca.autoblog.com/2013/02/08/dodge-charger-defiance-tv-syfy-chicago-2013/#continued">below</a>, as well.<p><a href="http://ca.autoblog.com/2013/02/08/dodge-charger-defiance-tv-syfy-chicago-2013/" rel="bookmark">Continue reading <em><i>Defiance</i> Dodge Charger, saving Earth from aliens isn't clean work [w/video]</em></a></p><p style="padding:5px;background:#ddd;border:1px solid #ccc;clear:both;"><a href="http://ca.autoblog.com/2013/02/08/dodge-charger-defiance-tv-syfy-chicago-2013/"><i>Defiance</i> Dodge Charger, saving Earth from aliens isn't clean work [w/video]</a> originally appeared on <a href="http://ca.autoblog.com">Autoblog Canada</a> on Fri, 08 Feb 2013 08:45:00 EST.  Please see our <a href="http://www.weblogsinc.com/feed-terms/">terms for use of feeds</a>.</p><h6 style="clear: both; padding: 8px 0 0 0; height: 2px; font-size: 1px; border: 0; margin: 0; padding: 0;"></h6><a href="http://ca.autoblog.com/2013/02/08/dodge-charger-defiance-tv-syfy-chicago-2013/" rel="bookmark" title="Permanent link to this entry">Permalink</a>&nbsp;|&nbsp;<a href="http://ca.autoblog.com/forward/20453816/" title="Send this entry to a friend via email">Email this</a>&nbsp;|&nbsp;<a href="http://ca.autoblog.com/2013/02/08/dodge-charger-defiance-tv-syfy-chicago-2013/#comments" title="View reader comments on this entry">Comments</a>]]></description>
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    <dc:creator><![CDATA[Seyth Miersma]]></dc:creator>
    <pubDate>Fri, 08 Feb 2013 08:45:00 EST</pubDate>
    
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    <title><![CDATA[We obsessively covered Day One of the 2013 Chicago Auto Show]]></title>
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It's funny, you can technically refer to this week's Chicago expo as both the largest and smallest North American auto show on the media circuit. On one hand, McCormick Place offers the most expansive show floor, meaning that, technically, it's the largest; but in terms of the amount of actual news and vehicle debuts, Chicago is by far the smallest show. Ironic, don't cha think?<br />
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Nevertheless, we're having a good time here in the Windy City at the show's 105th installment(!), and while there wasn't a great deal to ooh and aah over on Day One, there's still a lot to talk about at the <a href="http://ca.autoblog.com/chicago-auto-show">Chicago Auto Show</a>. We've collected all of the posts from our coverage today and grouped them together in handy roundup format for your perusal below. Enjoy!<br />
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			2013 Dodge Dart gets all Moparized
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			Ford Fiesta ST GRC Racecar is hungry for podiums in 2013
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			Superman-inspired Kia Optima Hybrid helps those affected by drought and famine in Africa
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			2014 Volkswagen Beetle Convertible gets the R-Line treatment
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			2014 Volkswagen Beetle GSR is black and yellow, black and yellow
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			2014 Nissan GT-R Track Edition loses rear seats, gains performance
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    <pubDate>Thu, 07 Feb 2013 20:00:00 EST</pubDate>
    
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For a concept car built to promote an animated movie about a snail that wants to go racing, this thing ain't half bad. The outsized monster you see before you started life as a <a href="http://ca.autoblog.com/chevrolet/camaro+zl1/">Chevrolet Camaro ZL1</a>, and then went through a big-time Hollywood makeover before being positioned on the <a href="http://ca.autoblog.com/chevrolet/">Chevrolet</a> stand here in <a href="http://ca.autoblog.com/chicago-auto-show/">Chicago</a>.<br />
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This 2013 "Turbo" Camaro Coupe is getting the promotion machine ratcheted up for a new DreamWorks tale by the name of, you guessed it, <em>Turbo</em>. Coming this summer, the movie will follow one snail's quest to become a race driver worthy of making the cut at the Indy 500. Like many <a href="http://ca.autoblog.com/tag/dreamworks/">DreamWorks</a> vehicles before it, we're guessing that the petrolhead snail will star in a movie that adults (especially racing fans) with have no trouble watching with their kids. Check out the trailer below to see if you agree.<br />
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As for the car, we're told that it is "instrumental" in transforming Turbo from snail into racer. Helping the beastly pony car in this mighty task, is an ankle-cracking front splitter matched by a ungodly huge rear wing out back, a <a href="http://ca.autoblog.com/tag/copo/">COPO</a> hood and a <a href="http://ca.autoblog.com/tag/supercharged/">supercharged</a> (yes, <em>super</em>charged) V8 engine making more than 700 horsepower. 24-inch wheels all the way around - 10-inches wide in front and 15-inches wide in back - should allow the "Turbo" Camaro to hook up with ease, as well.<br />
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<a href="http://ca.autoblog.com/2013/02/07/turbo-chevrolet-camaro-dreamworks-video-chicago-2013/#continued">Read on below</a> for the full press release and to watch the trailer, and be sure to grab a closer look at this awesome show car in our <a href="http://ca.autoblog.com/photos/2013-turbo-chevrolet-camaro-chicago-2013-0/#photo-5625030/">live gallery of images</a>.<p><a href="http://ca.autoblog.com/2013/02/07/turbo-chevrolet-camaro-dreamworks-video-chicago-2013/" rel="bookmark">Continue reading <em>"Turbo" Chevrolet Camaro is a 700-HP fantasy car come to life [w/video]</em></a></p><p style="padding:5px;background:#ddd;border:1px solid #ccc;clear:both;"><a href="http://ca.autoblog.com/2013/02/07/turbo-chevrolet-camaro-dreamworks-video-chicago-2013/">"Turbo" Chevrolet Camaro is a 700-HP fantasy car come to life [w/video]</a> originally appeared on <a href="http://ca.autoblog.com">Autoblog Canada</a> on Thu, 07 Feb 2013 19:30:00 EST.  Please see our <a href="http://www.weblogsinc.com/feed-terms/">terms for use of feeds</a>.</p><h6 style="clear: both; padding: 8px 0 0 0; height: 2px; font-size: 1px; border: 0; margin: 0; padding: 0;"></h6><a href="http://ca.autoblog.com/2013/02/07/turbo-chevrolet-camaro-dreamworks-video-chicago-2013/" rel="bookmark" title="Permanent link to this entry">Permalink</a>&nbsp;|&nbsp;<a href="http://ca.autoblog.com/forward/20453302/" title="Send this entry to a friend via email">Email this</a>&nbsp;|&nbsp;<a href="http://ca.autoblog.com/2013/02/07/turbo-chevrolet-camaro-dreamworks-video-chicago-2013/#comments" title="View reader comments on this entry">Comments</a>]]></description>
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    <pubDate>Thu, 07 Feb 2013 19:30:00 EST</pubDate>
    
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As we <a href="http://ca.autoblog.com/2013/02/06/ford-reveals-fiesta-st-race-car-points-at-road-ahead-for-bigger/">reported earlier</a>, the <a href="http://ca.autoblog.com/chicago-auto-show/">Chicago</a> showing of this plucky <a href="http://ca.autoblog.com/2012/11/28/2014-ford-fiesta-st-la-2012/">Ford Fiesta ST</a> GRC racer points to bigger and brighter days for Global RallyCross. For the upcoming season, you can expect to see <a href="http://ca.autoblog.com/tag/ken+block/">Ken Block</a> and <a href="http://ca.autoblog.com/tag/tanner+foust/">Tanner Foust</a> both driving the Ford racecar, and if last season's results are any indication, you can anticipate quite a few podium appearances, as well.<br />
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The Fiesta seen here was built by the Swedes at OlsbergsMSE, and will be driven in anger by Foust in 2013. Modifications are, as you'd expect, extensive, and include an engine, exhaust and braking upgrades, a racing style short-throw shifter and a limited-slip differential. As you can see, the car has been fully stripped out and caged for maximum speed and safety, too.<br />
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Refresh your memories with the details of the car, in the <a href="http://ca.autoblog.com/2013/02/07/ford-fiesta-st-grc-chicago-2013/#continued">press releases below</a>. And if you head out to the Chicago Auto Show this year, don't forget to drop by the Ford stand to have a look.<p><a href="http://ca.autoblog.com/2013/02/07/ford-fiesta-st-grc-chicago-2013/" rel="bookmark">Continue reading <em>Ford Fiesta ST GRC Racecar is hungry for podiums in 2013</em></a></p><p style="padding:5px;background:#ddd;border:1px solid #ccc;clear:both;"><a href="http://ca.autoblog.com/2013/02/07/ford-fiesta-st-grc-chicago-2013/">Ford Fiesta ST GRC Racecar is hungry for podiums in 2013</a> originally appeared on <a href="http://ca.autoblog.com">Autoblog Canada</a> on Thu, 07 Feb 2013 18:29:00 EST.  Please see our <a href="http://www.weblogsinc.com/feed-terms/">terms for use of feeds</a>.</p><h6 style="clear: both; padding: 8px 0 0 0; height: 2px; font-size: 1px; border: 0; margin: 0; padding: 0;"></h6><a href="http://ca.autoblog.com/2013/02/07/ford-fiesta-st-grc-chicago-2013/" rel="bookmark" title="Permanent link to this entry">Permalink</a>&nbsp;|&nbsp;<a href="http://ca.autoblog.com/forward/20453090/" title="Send this entry to a friend via email">Email this</a>&nbsp;|&nbsp;<a href="http://ca.autoblog.com/2013/02/07/ford-fiesta-st-grc-chicago-2013/#comments" title="View reader comments on this entry">Comments</a>]]></description>
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    <dc:creator><![CDATA[Seyth Miersma]]></dc:creator>
    <pubDate>Thu, 07 Feb 2013 18:29:00 EST</pubDate>
    
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    <title><![CDATA[Superman-inspired Kia Optima Hybrid helps those affected by drought and famine in Africa]]></title>
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<a href="http://ca.autoblog.com/kia/">Kia</a>, DC Entertainment and <em>Super Street</em> magazine worked as a team to develop this one-of-a-kind Superman-themed <a href="http://ca.autoblog.com/kia/optima+hybrid/">Optima Hybrid</a> that made its debut at the <a href="http://ca.autoblog.com/chicago-auto-show/">Chicago Auto Show</a> today. The joint effort is designed to raise awareness for DC Entertainment's "<a href="http://www.wecanbeheroes.org/" target="_blank">We Can Be Heroes</a>" campaign, a charitable relief effort to bring help and hope to people affected by drought and famine in the Horn of Africa.<br />
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The metallic blue and red sedan, which thankfully manages to look better in person than it does in the pictures, is the seventh vehicle in a 10-month partnership between the automaker, comic book company and tuner as they build themed vehicles representing all of the Justice League heros. A yet-unseen eighth vehicle will be an amalgamation of all seven Super Heroes in one.<br />
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There is no mistaking the blue metallic finish with red chrome accents, or the world's most recognizable superhero's chest emblem glowing on the hood, but you have to look closer to see the Superman logo on the rear fascia and catch the red glow from the headlights. The theme has been carried into the cabin, where occupants will find custom upholstery and Superman's iconic shield on the seats and airbag cover. While the hybrid sedan's gasoline-electric powertrain remains untouched, the Optima features flared fenders, oversize 22-inch wheels and a height-adjustable suspension that is controlled from the cockpit. Read more in the official press blast <a href="http://ca.autoblog.com/2013/02/07/2013-kia-optima-hybrid-superman-concept-chicago-2013/#continued">below</a>.<p><a href="http://ca.autoblog.com/2013/02/07/2013-kia-optima-hybrid-superman-concept-chicago-2013/" rel="bookmark">Continue reading <em>Superman-inspired Kia Optima Hybrid helps those affected by drought and famine in Africa</em></a></p><p style="padding:5px;background:#ddd;border:1px solid #ccc;clear:both;"><a href="http://ca.autoblog.com/2013/02/07/2013-kia-optima-hybrid-superman-concept-chicago-2013/">Superman-inspired Kia Optima Hybrid helps those affected by drought and famine in Africa</a> originally appeared on <a href="http://ca.autoblog.com">Autoblog Canada</a> on Thu, 07 Feb 2013 18:00:00 EST.  Please see our <a href="http://www.weblogsinc.com/feed-terms/">terms for use of feeds</a>.</p><h6 style="clear: both; padding: 8px 0 0 0; height: 2px; font-size: 1px; border: 0; margin: 0; padding: 0;"></h6><a href="http://ca.autoblog.com/2013/02/07/2013-kia-optima-hybrid-superman-concept-chicago-2013/" rel="bookmark" title="Permanent link to this entry">Permalink</a>&nbsp;|&nbsp;<a href="http://ca.autoblog.com/forward/20453112/" title="Send this entry to a friend via email">Email this</a>&nbsp;|&nbsp;<a href="http://ca.autoblog.com/2013/02/07/2013-kia-optima-hybrid-superman-concept-chicago-2013/#comments" title="View reader comments on this entry">Comments</a>]]></description>
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    <dc:creator><![CDATA[Michael Harley]]></dc:creator>
    <pubDate>Thu, 07 Feb 2013 18:00:00 EST</pubDate>
    
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    <title><![CDATA[2013 Volkswagen GTI Driver's Edition at Chicago is Canada's Wolfsburg Edition]]></title>
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The <a href="http://www.autoblog.com/volkswagen/">Volkswagen</a> booth at this year's <a href="http://www.autoblog.com/chicago-auto-show/">Chicago Auto Show</a> was filled with various special edition models of the <a href="http://www.autoblog.com/volkswagen/beetle/">Beetle</a> and <a href="http://www.autoblog.com/volkswagen/gti/">GTI</a>. In addition to the GTI Wolfsburg Edition, the Volkswagen GTI Driver's Edition helps to wrap up the 2013 model year as VW readies the all-new <a href="http://www.autoblog.com/volkswagen/golf/">MkVII Golf</a> next year.<br />
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Only 3,000 of the GTI Driver's Edition models will be released in four-door body style only, and the available colour palette will be limited to just Candy White, Carbon Steel Gray and Deep Black. The package will come standard with the GTI's Sunroof and Navigation package, and it will add unique features such as the 18-inch "Laguna" wheels, a golf-ball shift knob, partial leather seats and red-stitching on the carpeted floor mats. Buyers of this package will also get a certificate of authenticity and some GTI swag such as a hat, keychain and parking sign.<br />
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<a href="http://ca.autoblog.com/2013/02/07/2013-volkswagen-gti-drivers-edition-at-chicago-is-canadas-wolf/#continued">Hit the jump</a> to check out Canadian pricing and release date.<p><a href="http://ca.autoblog.com/2013/02/07/2013-volkswagen-gti-drivers-edition-at-chicago-is-canadas-wolf/" rel="bookmark">Continue reading <em>2013 Volkswagen GTI Driver's Edition at Chicago is Canada's Wolfsburg Edition</em></a></p><p style="padding:5px;background:#ddd;border:1px solid #ccc;clear:both;"><a href="http://ca.autoblog.com/2013/02/07/2013-volkswagen-gti-drivers-edition-at-chicago-is-canadas-wolf/">2013 Volkswagen GTI Driver's Edition at Chicago is Canada's Wolfsburg Edition</a> originally appeared on <a href="http://ca.autoblog.com">Autoblog Canada</a> on Thu, 07 Feb 2013 17:30:00 EST.  Please see our <a href="http://www.weblogsinc.com/feed-terms/">terms for use of feeds</a>.</p><h6 style="clear: both; padding: 8px 0 0 0; height: 2px; font-size: 1px; border: 0; margin: 0; padding: 0;"></h6><a href="http://ca.autoblog.com/2013/02/07/2013-volkswagen-gti-drivers-edition-at-chicago-is-canadas-wolf/" rel="bookmark" title="Permanent link to this entry">Permalink</a>&nbsp;|&nbsp;<a href="http://ca.autoblog.com/forward/20453046/" title="Send this entry to a friend via email">Email this</a>&nbsp;|&nbsp;<a href="http://ca.autoblog.com/2013/02/07/2013-volkswagen-gti-drivers-edition-at-chicago-is-canadas-wolf/#comments" title="View reader comments on this entry">Comments</a>]]></description>
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    <dc:creator><![CDATA[Jeffrey N. Ross]]></dc:creator>
    <pubDate>Thu, 07 Feb 2013 17:30:00 EST</pubDate>
    
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    <title><![CDATA[2013 Dodge Challenger R/T hits the Redline]]></title>
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<a href="http://ca.autoblog.com/dodge">Dodge</a> has added a bit of spice to its Hemi-powered <a href="http://ca.autoblog.com/dodge/challenger">Challenger</a> for 2013, offering up this new Redline package that makes its official debut at the <a href="http://ca.autoblog.com/chicago-auto-show">Chicago Auto Show</a>. The R/T Redline builds on the Rallye Redline kit that was created for the V6 Challenger, and we like how these subtle changes add to the muscle coupe's already classic styling.<br />
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In addition to the black chrome 20-inch wheels with red accents, the R/T Redline adds subtle graphics along the beltline. Inside, cars equipped with the six-speed manual transmission get a performance tuned exhaust that allows the engine to send a full 375 horsepower and 410 pound-feet of torque to the rear wheels. (Redline Challengers with the five-speed automatic produce 372 hp and 400 lb-ft.)<br />
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The Redline package retails for US$1,995 (Canadian pricing to follow.) and can be had on both Challenger R/T and R/T Plus models. <a href="http://ca.autoblog.com/2013/02/07/2013-dodge-challenger-r-t-redline-chicago-2013/#continued">Scroll down</a> for the full press blast.<p><a href="http://ca.autoblog.com/2013/02/07/2013-dodge-challenger-r-t-redline-chicago-2013/" rel="bookmark">Continue reading <em>2013 Dodge Challenger R/T hits the Redline</em></a></p><p style="padding:5px;background:#ddd;border:1px solid #ccc;clear:both;"><a href="http://ca.autoblog.com/2013/02/07/2013-dodge-challenger-r-t-redline-chicago-2013/">2013 Dodge Challenger R/T hits the Redline</a> originally appeared on <a href="http://ca.autoblog.com">Autoblog Canada</a> on Thu, 07 Feb 2013 16:59:00 EST.  Please see our <a href="http://www.weblogsinc.com/feed-terms/">terms for use of feeds</a>.</p><h6 style="clear: both; padding: 8px 0 0 0; height: 2px; font-size: 1px; border: 0; margin: 0; padding: 0;"></h6><a href="http://ca.autoblog.com/2013/02/07/2013-dodge-challenger-r-t-redline-chicago-2013/" rel="bookmark" title="Permanent link to this entry">Permalink</a>&nbsp;|&nbsp;<a href="http://ca.autoblog.com/forward/20452948/" title="Send this entry to a friend via email">Email this</a>&nbsp;|&nbsp;<a href="http://ca.autoblog.com/2013/02/07/2013-dodge-challenger-r-t-redline-chicago-2013/#comments" title="View reader comments on this entry">Comments</a>]]></description>
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    <dc:creator><![CDATA[Steven J. Ewing]]></dc:creator>
    <pubDate>Thu, 07 Feb 2013 16:59:00 EST</pubDate>
    
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    <title><![CDATA[2014 Volkswagen Beetle Convertible gets the R-Line treatment]]></title>
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<a href="http://ca.autoblog.com/volkswagen">Volkswagen</a> just launched the topless <a href="http://ca.autoblog.com/volkswagen/beetle">Beetle Convertible</a> at the <a href="http://ca.autoblog.com/la-auto-show">Los Angeles Auto Show</a> in November, but we're already seeing the next step forward in the topless Bug range with this, the R-Line. We'll admit, this treatment falls under the "all show and no go" category, but it's still a pretty potent little cutie.<br />
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The R-Line starts with a standard Beetle Turbo Convertible but adds unique 19-inch aluminum wheels on lower-profile tires, LED daytime running lamps and Xenon headlamps. Naturally, there are R-Line badges aplenty both on the interior and exterior, and we must say, the whole package looks pretty darn snazzy.<br />
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Pricing has yet to be announced, but when it goes on sale later this year, the hotter convertible will join Volkswagen's growing R-Line portfolio that now includes the <a href="http://ca.autoblog.com/volkswagen/cc">CC</a>, Beetle hatch, <a href="http://ca.autoblog.com/volkswagen/tiguan">Tiguan</a> and <a href="http://ca.autoblog.com/volkswagen/touareg">Touareg</a>.<p><a href="http://ca.autoblog.com/2013/02/07/2014-volkswagen-beetle-convertible-r-line-chicago-2013/" rel="bookmark">Continue reading <em>2014 Volkswagen Beetle Convertible gets the R-Line treatment</em></a></p><p style="padding:5px;background:#ddd;border:1px solid #ccc;clear:both;"><a href="http://ca.autoblog.com/2013/02/07/2014-volkswagen-beetle-convertible-r-line-chicago-2013/">2014 Volkswagen Beetle Convertible gets the R-Line treatment</a> originally appeared on <a href="http://ca.autoblog.com">Autoblog Canada</a> on Thu, 07 Feb 2013 15:14:00 EST.  Please see our <a href="http://www.weblogsinc.com/feed-terms/">terms for use of feeds</a>.</p><h6 style="clear: both; padding: 8px 0 0 0; height: 2px; font-size: 1px; border: 0; margin: 0; padding: 0;"></h6><a href="http://ca.autoblog.com/2013/02/07/2014-volkswagen-beetle-convertible-r-line-chicago-2013/" rel="bookmark" title="Permanent link to this entry">Permalink</a>&nbsp;|&nbsp;<a href="http://ca.autoblog.com/forward/20452841/" title="Send this entry to a friend via email">Email this</a>&nbsp;|&nbsp;<a href="http://ca.autoblog.com/2013/02/07/2014-volkswagen-beetle-convertible-r-line-chicago-2013/#comments" title="View reader comments on this entry">Comments</a>]]></description>
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    <dc:creator><![CDATA[Steven J. Ewing]]></dc:creator>
    <pubDate>Thu, 07 Feb 2013 15:14:00 EST</pubDate>
    
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<a href="http://ca.autoblog.com/toyota/">Toyota</a> has announced that the rear-wheel-drive <a href="http://ca.autoblog.com/scion/fr-s/">Scion FR-S</a> will replace the front-wheel-drive <a href="http://ca.autoblog.com/scion/tc/">Scion tC</a> as the racecar used by actors, singers and celebrities of all grades in its annual Toyota Pro/Celebrity Race. It's the first time a rear-drive vehicle has been used for the event in 27 years, with the tC having been in use since 2005, and the <a href="http://ca.autoblog.com/tag/celica/">FWD Celica</a> before that. This year's race takes place on April 20th amidst the festivities of the Toyota Grand Prix of Long Beach weekend.<br />
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The racing FR-S, which debuted today at the <a href="http://ca.autoblog.com/chicago-auto-show/">Chicago Auto Show</a>, won't be left stock either, but rather outfitted with a range of official Toyota Racing Development parts and equipment, such as a stainless steel exhaust, new coil overs and springs, upgraded brakes, a bigger air intake and 18-inch wheels, not to mention all of the safety equipment required to keep the celebrities and pro drivers safe. The company says the performance mods have lifted horsepower to 210 from the standard car's 200. Check out the build process for the cars in the <a href="http://ca.autoblog.com/2013/02/07/toyota-pro-celebrity-race-switching-from-scion-tc-to-fr-s-w-vid/#continued">video below</a> to see just how much work's been done.<br />
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The Toyota Pro/Celebrity race is also about more than just letting celebrities and pros do battle on a road course. The spectacle helps raise money for "<a href="http://www.racingforkids.org/" target="_blank">Racing for Kids</a>," a non-profit charity that supports children's hospitals in the US.<p><a href="http://ca.autoblog.com/2013/02/07/toyota-pro-celebrity-race-switching-from-scion-tc-to-fr-s-w-vid/" rel="bookmark">Continue reading <em>Toyota Pro/Celebrity race switching from Scion tC to FR-S [w/video]</em></a></p><p style="padding:5px;background:#ddd;border:1px solid #ccc;clear:both;"><a href="http://ca.autoblog.com/2013/02/07/toyota-pro-celebrity-race-switching-from-scion-tc-to-fr-s-w-vid/">Toyota Pro/Celebrity race switching from Scion tC to FR-S [w/video]</a> originally appeared on <a href="http://ca.autoblog.com">Autoblog Canada</a> on Thu, 07 Feb 2013 14:33:00 EST.  Please see our <a href="http://www.weblogsinc.com/feed-terms/">terms for use of feeds</a>.</p><h6 style="clear: both; padding: 8px 0 0 0; height: 2px; font-size: 1px; border: 0; margin: 0; padding: 0;"></h6><a href="http://ca.autoblog.com/2013/02/07/toyota-pro-celebrity-race-switching-from-scion-tc-to-fr-s-w-vid/" rel="bookmark" title="Permanent link to this entry">Permalink</a>&nbsp;|&nbsp;<a href="http://ca.autoblog.com/forward/20452846/" title="Send this entry to a friend via email">Email this</a>&nbsp;|&nbsp;<a href="http://ca.autoblog.com/2013/02/07/toyota-pro-celebrity-race-switching-from-scion-tc-to-fr-s-w-vid/#comments" title="View reader comments on this entry">Comments</a>]]></description>
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    <dc:creator><![CDATA[John Neff]]></dc:creator>
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Way back in 1973, <a href="http://ca.autoblog.com/volkswagen/">Volkswagen</a> decided it was high time to take the loveable air-cooled Bug racing. No, it wasn't painted in Herbie colors - Volkswagen called its sport-tuned machine the <a href="http://ca.autoblog.com/2013/02/07/volkswagen-reveals-beetle-gsr-r-line-convertible-and-two-specia/">Beetle GSR</a>, "<em>Gelb Schwarzer Renner</em>" or "Yellow Black Racer." Hence, the somewhat shocking paint scheme.<br />
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VW is bringing its sporty black and yellow <a href="http://ca.autoblog.com/volkswagen/beetle/">Beetle</a> back for 2014, and you can see live photos of it above. It's got a 210-horsepower turbocharged 2.0-litre four-cylinder engine under the hood (that'd be the hood up front, unlike the car's forebear), and a six-speed manual or DSG automatic transmission sends those ponies to the front wheels. Note that this car's output is up 10 horses on other turbo VWs, and the Jetta GLI and Beetle Turbo for 2013. The 0-60 (0-96 km/h) run takes 6.6 seconds, and top speed is limited to 130 miles per hour (210 km/h).<br />
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Besides the in-your-face black and yellow paint, the GSR is outfitted with a large rear spoiler and 19-inch wheels shod with 235/40 tires. The bee-like hue carries over inside, with yellow stitching on black leather. Only 3,500 will be produced, each with its own unique plaque. Pricing has not yet been announced, but you're free to read through the press release <a href="http://ca.autoblog.com/2013/02/07/2014-volkswagen-beetle-gsr-chicago-2013/#continued">below</a> all the same.<p><a href="http://ca.autoblog.com/2013/02/07/2014-volkswagen-beetle-gsr-chicago-2013/" rel="bookmark">Continue reading <em>2014 Volkswagen Beetle GSR is black and yellow, black and yellow</em></a></p><p style="padding:5px;background:#ddd;border:1px solid #ccc;clear:both;"><a href="http://ca.autoblog.com/2013/02/07/2014-volkswagen-beetle-gsr-chicago-2013/">2014 Volkswagen Beetle GSR is black and yellow, black and yellow</a> originally appeared on <a href="http://ca.autoblog.com">Autoblog Canada</a> on Thu, 07 Feb 2013 13:44:00 EST.  Please see our <a href="http://www.weblogsinc.com/feed-terms/">terms for use of feeds</a>.</p><h6 style="clear: both; padding: 8px 0 0 0; height: 2px; font-size: 1px; border: 0; margin: 0; padding: 0;"></h6><a href="http://ca.autoblog.com/2013/02/07/2014-volkswagen-beetle-gsr-chicago-2013/" rel="bookmark" title="Permanent link to this entry">Permalink</a>&nbsp;|&nbsp;<a href="http://ca.autoblog.com/forward/20452858/" title="Send this entry to a friend via email">Email this</a>&nbsp;|&nbsp;<a href="http://ca.autoblog.com/2013/02/07/2014-volkswagen-beetle-gsr-chicago-2013/#comments" title="View reader comments on this entry">Comments</a>]]></description>
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    <dc:creator><![CDATA[Jeremy Korzeniewski]]></dc:creator>
    <pubDate>Thu, 07 Feb 2013 13:44:00 EST</pubDate>
    
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    <title><![CDATA[Ken Block, fifteen52 team up to build awesome Ford Focus TrackSTer]]></title>
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Making its debut at the <a href="http://ca.autoblog.com/chicago-auto-show/">Chicago Auto Show</a>, this Ford TrackSTer is a build done in cooperation between <a href="http://ca.autoblog.com/ford/">Ford</a>, <a href="http://ca.autoblog.com/tag/ken+block/">Ken Block</a> and Los Angeles-based tuner, Fifteen52. Starting with a stock <a href="http://ca.autoblog.com/ford/focus+st/">2013 Ford Focus ST</a>, the TrackSTer received extensive styling and performance enhancements.<br />
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Visually, the TrackSTer has a more aggressive look that includes a new front fascia, vented hood, rear fascia diffuser and rear spoiler, but this car stands out the most with its wide, rally-style wheels and partial fender extensions. Interior changes consist of a racing steering wheel, aluminum race pedals and a short-throw shifter. Fifteen52 also made some performance upgrades that include a <a href="http://ca.autoblog.com/tag/ford+racing/">Ford Racing</a> exhaust system, upgraded internal engine components, a limited-slip differential and a reprogrammed engine controller as well as track-ready parts like intercooler, clutch and brakes.<br />
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<a href="http://ca.autoblog.com/2013/02/07/ken-block-fifteen52-team-up-to-build-ford-focus-trackster/#continued">Scroll down</a> for the press release, but not before checking out our gallery.<p><a href="http://ca.autoblog.com/2013/02/07/ken-block-fifteen52-team-up-to-build-ford-focus-trackster/" rel="bookmark">Continue reading <em>Ken Block, fifteen52 team up to build awesome Ford Focus TrackSTer</em></a></p><p style="padding:5px;background:#ddd;border:1px solid #ccc;clear:both;"><a href="http://ca.autoblog.com/2013/02/07/ken-block-fifteen52-team-up-to-build-ford-focus-trackster/">Ken Block, fifteen52 team up to build awesome Ford Focus TrackSTer</a> originally appeared on <a href="http://ca.autoblog.com">Autoblog Canada</a> on Thu, 07 Feb 2013 12:57:00 EST.  Please see our <a href="http://www.weblogsinc.com/feed-terms/">terms for use of feeds</a>.</p><h6 style="clear: both; padding: 8px 0 0 0; height: 2px; font-size: 1px; border: 0; margin: 0; padding: 0;"></h6><a href="http://ca.autoblog.com/2013/02/07/ken-block-fifteen52-team-up-to-build-ford-focus-trackster/" rel="bookmark" title="Permanent link to this entry">Permalink</a>&nbsp;|&nbsp;<a href="http://ca.autoblog.com/forward/20452758/" title="Send this entry to a friend via email">Email this</a>&nbsp;|&nbsp;<a href="http://ca.autoblog.com/2013/02/07/ken-block-fifteen52-team-up-to-build-ford-focus-trackster/#comments" title="View reader comments on this entry">Comments</a>]]></description>
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    <dc:creator><![CDATA[Jeffrey N. Ross]]></dc:creator>
    <pubDate>Thu, 07 Feb 2013 12:57:00 EST</pubDate>
    
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    <title><![CDATA[2014 Nissan GT-R Track Edition loses rear seats, gains performance]]></title>
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<a href="http://ca.autoblog.com/nissan/">Nissan</a> is adding yet another tier to the <a href="http://ca.autoblog.com/nissan/gtr/">GT-R</a> hierarchy for 2014 with the GT-R Track Edition. Debuting at the <a href="http://ca.autoblog.com/tag/chicago auto show/">2013 Chicago Auto Show</a>, the bruiser ditches its back seat in the quest for a lower curb weight, and a set of more seriously bolstered front buckets keep occupants planted once the going gets twisty. The <a href="http://ca.autoblog.com/tag/Nrburgring/">N&uuml;rburgring</a>-developed Track Edition offers an integrated carbon fibre front splitter with brake cooling ducts as well as an even harder-core suspension. Engineers swapped the stock bits for special <a href="http://ca.autoblog.com/tag/bilstein/">Bilstein</a> DampTronic shocks and paired them with more aggressive springs.<br />
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The engine still delivers 545 horsepower and 463 pound-feet of torque and still relies on the split-second quickness of the standard GT-R's six-speed dual-clutch transmission. Sadly, we've been told there are no plans to bring the Track Edition to Canada at this time... meaning you'll have to prepare for some cross border shopping if you really want to get your hands on one. We can expect to see just 150 examples of the 2014 Nissan GT-R Track Edition land on American shores starting this May. In the interim, check out the <a href="http://ca.autoblog.com/2013/02/07/2014-nissan-gt-r-track-edition-chicago-2013/#continued">full press release</a> and <a href="http://ca.autoblog.com/photos/2014-nissan-gt-r-track-edition-0/#photo-5623317/">images</a> for more.<p><a href="http://ca.autoblog.com/2013/02/07/2014-nissan-gt-r-track-edition-chicago-2013/" rel="bookmark">Continue reading <em>2014 Nissan GT-R Track Edition loses rear seats, gains performance</em></a></p><p style="padding:5px;background:#ddd;border:1px solid #ccc;clear:both;"><a href="http://ca.autoblog.com/2013/02/07/2014-nissan-gt-r-track-edition-chicago-2013/">2014 Nissan GT-R Track Edition loses rear seats, gains performance</a> originally appeared on <a href="http://ca.autoblog.com">Autoblog Canada</a> on Thu, 07 Feb 2013 11:30:00 EST.  Please see our <a href="http://www.weblogsinc.com/feed-terms/">terms for use of feeds</a>.</p><h6 style="clear: both; padding: 8px 0 0 0; height: 2px; font-size: 1px; border: 0; margin: 0; padding: 0;"></h6><a href="http://ca.autoblog.com/2013/02/07/2014-nissan-gt-r-track-edition-chicago-2013/" rel="bookmark" title="Permanent link to this entry">Permalink</a>&nbsp;|&nbsp;<a href="http://ca.autoblog.com/forward/20452633/" title="Send this entry to a friend via email">Email this</a>&nbsp;|&nbsp;<a href="http://ca.autoblog.com/2013/02/07/2014-nissan-gt-r-track-edition-chicago-2013/#comments" title="View reader comments on this entry">Comments</a>]]></description>
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    <title><![CDATA[2014 Toyota Tundra appears with revised styling, same mechanicals]]></title>
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<a href="http://ca.autoblog.com/toyota/">Toyota</a> has pulled the curtain back on its 2014 <a href="http://ca.autoblog.com/toyota/tundra/">Tundra</a>, showing a truck that has gotten its most significant refresh since its launch as a 2007 model. For better or worse, however, the changes that Toyota has made to the fullsize pickup are mostly cosmetic, with the underpinnings of the vehicle staying unchanged.<br />
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The most obvious revision for 2014 is to the bluff front fascia of the truck. There's a new, taller squared-off grille decorating the Tundra's nose, along with a revised, three-part front bumper design. The optional black grille-frame strikes us as an acquired taste, to say the least, but other models, like the Limited above, is all clad in chrome. Fenders and wheel wells are more square than in the out-going truck, too. Perhaps most significant is the revised bed design, which Toyota calls "all-new," with new sheet metal on the sides, a revised tailgate and a very subtle integrated spoiler.<br />
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Inside, Toyota has given buyers some new seats and a new-look instrument panel. A backup camera (always handy on big trucks) is now standard equipment on all grades, as is Bluetooth connectivity. Blind spot monitoring is a new, optional feature as well. In all, as with the exterior mods, the changes in-cabin are far more evolutionary than revolutionary.<br />
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All of the oily/functional bits of the Tundra carryover from the existing lineup. A 4.0-litre, 270-horsepower 278-pound-feet of torque V6 is still the base engine, while two V8s - a 310-hp, 327-lb-ft 4.6-litre and a 381-hp, 401-lb-ft 5.7-litre - round out the offerings. The V6 hooks up to a five-speed automatic transmission, while both V8s make use of six gears.<br />
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Considering Toyota's recent lackluster performance versus the American truck competition, we're not sure this facelift will give the Tundra enough of a push to overtake the likes of <a href="http://ca.autoblog.com/chevrolet/silverado/">all-new models from GM</a> and <a href="http://ca.autoblog.com/ram/1500/">Ram</a>, or the segment-leader <a href="http://ca.autoblog.com/ford/f-150/">Ford F-150</a>. Time, and shoppers' dollars, will tell.<p><a href="http://ca.autoblog.com/2013/02/07/2014-toyota-tundra-chicago-2013/" rel="bookmark">Continue reading <em>2014 Toyota Tundra appears with revised styling, same mechanicals</em></a></p><p style="padding:5px;background:#ddd;border:1px solid #ccc;clear:both;"><a href="http://ca.autoblog.com/2013/02/07/2014-toyota-tundra-chicago-2013/">2014 Toyota Tundra appears with revised styling, same mechanicals</a> originally appeared on <a href="http://ca.autoblog.com">Autoblog Canada</a> on Thu, 07 Feb 2013 11:25:00 EST.  Please see our <a href="http://www.weblogsinc.com/feed-terms/">terms for use of feeds</a>.</p><h6 style="clear: both; padding: 8px 0 0 0; height: 2px; font-size: 1px; border: 0; margin: 0; padding: 0;"></h6><a href="http://ca.autoblog.com/2013/02/07/2014-toyota-tundra-chicago-2013/" rel="bookmark" title="Permanent link to this entry">Permalink</a>&nbsp;|&nbsp;<a href="http://ca.autoblog.com/forward/20452646/" title="Send this entry to a friend via email">Email this</a>&nbsp;|&nbsp;<a href="http://ca.autoblog.com/2013/02/07/2014-toyota-tundra-chicago-2013/#comments" title="View reader comments on this entry">Comments</a>]]></description>
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    <dc:creator><![CDATA[Seyth Miersma]]></dc:creator>
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With the entire <a href="http://ca.autoblog.com/nissan/370z/">Nissan 370Z</a> lineup having just received some slight tweaks for the 2013 model year, the sportier <a href="http://ca.autoblog.com/tag/nismo/">Nismo</a> model is getting a few more upgrades for its 2014 model year to give it an even more unique appearance. These changes include new gray accents and red striping on the outside, and inside, an Alcantara-wrapped steering wheel and a new red Nismo tachometer front and center for the driver to easily see.<br />
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The 2014 Nissan 370Z Nismo is debuting today at the <a href="http://ca.autoblog.com/chicago-auto-show/">Chicago Auto Show</a>, and it will go on sale this summer offered in just four exterior colors: Pearl White, Magnetic Black, Gun Metallic and Solid Red. As for the coupe's performance, it still retains the higher 350-horsepower rating from the 3.7-litre V6, which is paired solely to the six-speed manual transmission. Other performance add-ons include a more aerodynamic front fascia and rear spoiler, 19-inch wheels with a sport suspension and a strut tower brace for better rigidity.<br />
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<a href="http://ca.autoblog.com/2013/02/07/2014-nissan-370z-nismo-gets-tweaked/#continued">Scroll down</a> for the official <a href="http://ca.autoblog.com/nissan/">Nissan</a> press release.<p><a href="http://ca.autoblog.com/2013/02/07/2014-nissan-370z-nismo-gets-tweaked/" rel="bookmark">Continue reading <em>2014 Nissan 370Z Nismo gets tweaked</em></a></p><p style="padding:5px;background:#ddd;border:1px solid #ccc;clear:both;"><a href="http://ca.autoblog.com/2013/02/07/2014-nissan-370z-nismo-gets-tweaked/">2014 Nissan 370Z Nismo gets tweaked</a> originally appeared on <a href="http://ca.autoblog.com">Autoblog Canada</a> on Thu, 07 Feb 2013 11:20:00 EST.  Please see our <a href="http://www.weblogsinc.com/feed-terms/">terms for use of feeds</a>.</p><h6 style="clear: both; padding: 8px 0 0 0; height: 2px; font-size: 1px; border: 0; margin: 0; padding: 0;"></h6><a href="http://ca.autoblog.com/2013/02/07/2014-nissan-370z-nismo-gets-tweaked/" rel="bookmark" title="Permanent link to this entry">Permalink</a>&nbsp;|&nbsp;<a href="http://ca.autoblog.com/forward/20452658/" title="Send this entry to a friend via email">Email this</a>&nbsp;|&nbsp;<a href="http://ca.autoblog.com/2013/02/07/2014-nissan-370z-nismo-gets-tweaked/#comments" title="View reader comments on this entry">Comments</a>]]></description>
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    <dc:creator><![CDATA[Jeffrey N. Ross]]></dc:creator>
    <pubDate>Thu, 07 Feb 2013 11:20:00 EST</pubDate>
    
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    <title><![CDATA[2013 Nissan NV200 hauls itself into McCormick Place]]></title>
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<a href="http://ca.autoblog.com/nissan/">Nissan</a> has <a href="http://ca.autoblog.com/2012/04/03/nissan-debuts-production-nv200-taxi-of-tomorrow-for-new-yorker/">already announced</a> that its <a href="http://ca.autoblog.com/tag/nissan+nv200/">NV200</a> will be New York City's <a href="http://ca.autoblog.com/tag/taxi+of+tomorrow/">Taxi of Tomorrow</a>, but now small businesses can also take advantage of the compact commercial van when it goes on sale this April. Unveiled at the <a href="http://ca.autoblog.com/chicago-auto-show/">Chicago Auto Show</a>, the Nissan NV200 bound for North America has been stretched by almost eight inches compared to the same van that has been on sale in other global markets since 2009. The 2013 Nissan NV200 will be built in Cuernavaca, Mexico and sold at select Nissan dealerships with a starting price of US$19,990. (Canadian pricing to follow).<br />
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At that price, the NV200 costs thousands less than lead competitors like the <a href="http://ca.autoblog.com/ford/transit+connect/">Ford Transit Connect</a> and the <a href="http://ca.autoblog.com/ram/">Ram</a> C/V Tradesman, although it does deliver less cargo volume than both as well. Despite its longer body, the NV200's 122.7 cubic feet (3,474 cubic litres) of volume comes in just under the 129.6 cu-ft (3,670 cubic litres) for the <a href="http://ca.autoblog.com/ford/">Ford</a> and well under the Ram's 155.5 cu-ft (4,403 cubic litres) cargo capacity. The split rear doors and dual side sliding side doors will give plenty of access to the NV200's cargo area, however, and Nissan says the van is wide enough to accommodate a standard pallet.<br />
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The NV200 was designed as much to be a mobile office as it is a hauler, so Nissan made the cabin as such. The passenger seat back can fold down creating a flat space for a laptop, and the center console has been specifically designed for hanging file folders. The base NV200S includes power windows, a two-speaker AM/FM/CD audio system and a 12-volt power outlet, while the NV200 SV adds features such as cruise control, six floor-mounted cargo tie downs, power mirrors and door locks and remote keyless entry. Options include the Technology Package (available on SV only and adds navigation, backup camera and satellite radio), extras are, Bluetooth and glass added to the rear cargo doors.<br />
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Under the NV200's short hood sits a 2.0-litre inline four-cylinder producing 131 horsepower and 139 pound-feet of torque, which is good for EPA 24 miles per gallon (9.8 L/100 km) in the city and 25 mpg (9.4 L/100 km) on the highway, matching the combined 24-mpg (9.8 L/100 km) rating of the Transit Connect. The only transmission available is Nissan's Xtronic CVT, and the NV200 comes with 15-inch steel wheels, front disc and rear drum brakes, and rear leaf springs.<br />
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<a href="http://ca.autoblog.com/2013/02/07/nissan-nv200-chicago-2013/#continued">Scroll down</a> for the official specs and info from Nissan.<p><a href="http://ca.autoblog.com/2013/02/07/nissan-nv200-chicago-2013/" rel="bookmark">Continue reading <em>2013 Nissan NV200 hauls itself into McCormick Place</em></a></p><p style="padding:5px;background:#ddd;border:1px solid #ccc;clear:both;"><a href="http://ca.autoblog.com/2013/02/07/nissan-nv200-chicago-2013/">2013 Nissan NV200 hauls itself into McCormick Place</a> originally appeared on <a href="http://ca.autoblog.com">Autoblog Canada</a> on Thu, 07 Feb 2013 11:20:00 EST.  Please see our <a href="http://www.weblogsinc.com/feed-terms/">terms for use of feeds</a>.</p><h6 style="clear: both; padding: 8px 0 0 0; height: 2px; font-size: 1px; border: 0; margin: 0; padding: 0;"></h6><a href="http://ca.autoblog.com/2013/02/07/nissan-nv200-chicago-2013/" rel="bookmark" title="Permanent link to this entry">Permalink</a>&nbsp;|&nbsp;<a href="http://ca.autoblog.com/forward/20452625/" title="Send this entry to a friend via email">Email this</a>&nbsp;|&nbsp;<a href="http://ca.autoblog.com/2013/02/07/nissan-nv200-chicago-2013/#comments" title="View reader comments on this entry">Comments</a>]]></description>
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    <dc:creator><![CDATA[Jeffrey N. Ross]]></dc:creator>
    <pubDate>Thu, 07 Feb 2013 11:20:00 EST</pubDate>
    
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    <title><![CDATA[2013 Nissan Juke Nismo is the runabout we've always wanted]]></title>
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The <a href="http://ca.autoblog.com/nissan/juke/">2013 Nissan Juke Nismo</a> has officially bowed at the <a href="http://ca.autoblog.com/tag/chicago auto show/">2013 Chicago Auto Show</a>. Wearing a full body kit that serves up 37-per cent more downforce than the standard front and rear fascias, the tuned hatchback also comes equipped with larger 18-inch wheels and a lowered suspension. Up front, LED daytime running lights join the festivities as well as contrasting side-view mirror covers and wider fender flares. Inside, buyers can expect to find a new sports steering wheel clad in Alcantara, as well as a set of <a href="http://ca.autoblog.com/tag/nismo/">Nismo</a> seats stitched with red accents.<br />
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Nismo also cranked up the power on the Juke's turbocharged direct-injection 1.6-litre four-cylinder engine. The Juke Nismo delivers 197 horsepower and 184 pound-feet of torque, compared to the 188 hp and 177 lb-ft available in stock configuration. Buyers can have the engine with either a six-speed manual transmission or CVT gearbox, and the Juke Nismo can also be had with either all-wheel drive or front-wheel drive. Check out the <a href="http://ca.autoblog.com/2013/02/07/2013-nissan-juke-nismo-chicago-2013/#continued">full press release below</a> for more information.<p><a href="http://ca.autoblog.com/2013/02/07/2013-nissan-juke-nismo-chicago-2013/" rel="bookmark">Continue reading <em>2013 Nissan Juke Nismo is the runabout we've always wanted</em></a></p><p style="padding:5px;background:#ddd;border:1px solid #ccc;clear:both;"><a href="http://ca.autoblog.com/2013/02/07/2013-nissan-juke-nismo-chicago-2013/">2013 Nissan Juke Nismo is the runabout we've always wanted</a> originally appeared on <a href="http://ca.autoblog.com">Autoblog Canada</a> on Thu, 07 Feb 2013 11:20:00 EST.  Please see our <a href="http://www.weblogsinc.com/feed-terms/">terms for use of feeds</a>.</p><h6 style="clear: both; padding: 8px 0 0 0; height: 2px; font-size: 1px; border: 0; margin: 0; padding: 0;"></h6><a href="http://ca.autoblog.com/2013/02/07/2013-nissan-juke-nismo-chicago-2013/" rel="bookmark" title="Permanent link to this entry">Permalink</a>&nbsp;|&nbsp;<a href="http://ca.autoblog.com/forward/20452610/" title="Send this entry to a friend via email">Email this</a>&nbsp;|&nbsp;<a href="http://ca.autoblog.com/2013/02/07/2013-nissan-juke-nismo-chicago-2013/#comments" title="View reader comments on this entry">Comments</a>]]></description>
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    <dc:creator><![CDATA[Zach Bowman]]></dc:creator>
    <pubDate>Thu, 07 Feb 2013 11:20:00 EST</pubDate>
    
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