We can’t get enough of these Scion FR-S/Subaru BRZ comparisons against other remotely worthy cars. The Scion/Subaru sports cars are so good, they have created a new topic of discussion in automotive circles. The /DRIVE Network on YouTube, for instance, has an entire section on their website called “#BRZorThat“. The FR-S/BRZ is elevating the inexpensive […] More »
By: Manuel Carrillo III | August 29, 2013
Scion FR-S engineering chief Tetsuya Tada is updating us with news we want to hear: a more powerful Scion FR-S is coming to showrooms. There are three possible approaches to how the FR-S will get more power. Approach #1 – Turbocharging: Turbocharging would be the easiest method. Subaru has been turbocharging flat-fours for a long […] More »
By: Manuel Carrillo III | August 26, 2013
There are 1,225 Toyota dealers in the United States, 1,000 of which sell Scions. The majority of Toyota dealers sell the Scion brand because of the xB’s and tC’s initial successes. Fast forward to 2013 and Toyota is telling its dealers they can walk away from their Scion franchises without suffering penalties. Scion sales have […] More »
By: Manuel Carrillo III | August 19, 2013
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 »
By: Manuel Carrillo III | August 19, 2013
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 »
By: Manuel Carrillo III | August 16, 2013
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 »
By: Manuel Carrillo III | August 9, 2013
Can you believe this FR-S “GT” only placed a measly third in the 2012 Scion Tuner Challenge? Can you believe Daniel Song, the guy who built this special Scion, pieced it together in his garage with many from-scratch parts? We’re qualified in saying this car is unbelievable, right? Although Song’s build received less appreciation than he […] More »
By: Manuel Carrillo III | August 9, 2013
