Holden Cruze Hatchback Revealed Ahead Of Paris
HOLDEN CRUZE HATCHBACK Its coming has been known for as long as its sedan sibling has existed in Australia, but at last the covers have come off: this is the 2012 Holden Cruze Hatchback - albeit, in showcar form and wearing its international Chevrolet front-end. Designed and built in Australia, the Cruze Hatchback will be marketed as a global model for GM - wearing the Chevrolet badge and ...
Source: TheMotorReport - | 4 Sep 2010 | 2:57 am
CS 230 P Vanadium Cross – Rainbow Profi Vanadium Cross 5.25″ 2-Way System
CS 230 P Vanadium Cross – Rainbow Profi Vanadium Cross 5.25″ 2-Way System Product Features Peak power: 150 Watt Frequency Response: 48 – 35.000 Hz Crossover Frequency: 2.400 Hz Woofer: W 130 Vanadium Tweeter: CAL 26 Silk VOF Rainbow products symbolize our commitment to technological progress and intensive research. Revolutionary innovations and developments have always served ...
Source: AUTOinCAR | 4 Sep 2010 | 2:23 am
Jaguar XF 3.0 Diesel im Test
Mit dem neuen, überaus kultivierten Dreiliter-Basisdiesel wird der Jaguar XF zum gediegenen Reisewagen – ohne sportliche AmbitionenAls der Jaguar XF vor drei Jahren vorgestellt wurde, rieben sich die Fans der englischen Marke verwundert die Augen. Anstelle der gewohnten barock-konservativen Linien zeigte die neue Jaguar- Oberklasse ein schnörkelloses Design mit einem dynamischcoup& ...
Source: AUTO ZEITUNG.de - Aktuelle Artikel, Autotests und Neuheiten | 4 Sep 2010 | 2:00 am
SSC Ultimate Aero II: First Photos Of America's Bugatti Fighter [Exclusive]
These exclusive first photos show the SSC Ultimate Aero II, the second generation of America's fastest supercar. It's gotta new look and a new mission: reclaim the title of world's fastest production car from the Bugatti Veyron Super Sport. More » ...
Source: Jalopnik: top | 4 Sep 2010 | 1:05 am
BorgWarner’s products boost performance and efficiency in 2011 Jeep Grand Cherokee
BorgWarner is telling the world about the fact it supplies the engine timing system and transmission components for the new 2011 Jeep Grand Cherokee, the first vehicle to be equipped with Chrysler's new Pentastar V6 engine. In a company press... [ This is a summary only. Visit http://www.allpar.com/news/ for the full story. ] ...
Source: Allpar Chrysler, Dodge, and Jeep News | 3 Sep 2010 | 10:14 pm
US Open makes changes to become a greener Grand Slam
Attending a big sporting event like the Super Bowl or Wimbledon can be great fun, but they’re not that eco-friendly. Fans don’t bother to carpool, concession stands dish out food in plastic... This is a summary only, read the whole article on TaintedGreen.com ...
Source: Tainted Green - Unearthing the Truth About Green | 3 Sep 2010 | 9:48 pm
Think on GM's range anxiety trademark: "their technology is limited"
Filed under: EV/Plug-in, Hybrid, GM, Th!nk (Think) Think City - Click above for high-res image gallery General Motor's attempt to trademark the term "range anxiety" is generating some critical heat. The first to attack was Tesla Motors, which basically told GM to go ahead and associate itself with the term. Later, the global marketing director for Think EV, Michael Lock, told AutoblogGreen that: ...
Source: Autoblog Green | 3 Sep 2010 | 9:01 pm
Porsche Museum displays the 918 Spyder Concept Study
Posted on 09.3.2010 21:00 by Simona Filed under: Porsche | sports cars | roadster | Car Museum | Porsche 918 | Cars | Car News After making its official debut at the Geneva Motor Show, the 918 Spyder Concept is on its way to the Museum of Dr. Ing. h. c. F. Porsche AG at Stuttgart-Zuffenhausen where it will be displayed starting October 1 through 7, 2010.The 918 Spyder is pow ...
Source: Top Speed | 3 Sep 2010 | 9:00 pm
Video: Sheik's custom six-wheeled Nissan SUV is a thing that makes us go 'Hmmm'
Filed under: Aftermarket, SUV, Etc., Videos, Nissan, Middle East, Design/Style, Off-Road Sheik, hydro and roll - Click above to watch video after the jump Well, this is certainly different. We've seen our fair share of wild vehicle modifications over the years, but this one takes the cake as one of the most imaginative. If the YouTube description is any sort of indication, this craft was hewn jus ...
Source: Autoblog | 3 Sep 2010 | 9:00 pm
Porsche Museum displays the 918 Spyder Concept Study
Posted on 09.3.2010 21:00 by Simona Filed under: Porsche | sports cars | roadster | Car Museum | Porsche 918 | Cars | Car News After making its official debut at the Geneva Motor Show, the 918 Spyder Concept is on its way to the Museum of Dr. Ing. h. c. F. Porsche AG at Stuttgart-Zuffenhausen where it will be displayed starting October 1 through 7, 2010.The 918 Spyder is pow ...
Source: Top Speed | 3 Sep 2010 | 9:00 pm
Subaru Celeno Sports Sedan Concept by Xuacu Pérez Quesada
Looking at Subaru's relatively boring lineup (barring the STI, and to a lesser extent, the WRX), it's refreshing to find people interested in bringing some new ideas to the brand. In the case of the Celeno, that person is budding car designer Xuacu Pérez Quesada. Mr. Quesada interned for Italdesign and received an M.A. in Transportation Design...
Source: Carscoop | 3 Sep 2010 | 8:38 pm
Subaru Celeno Sports Sedan Concept by Xuacu Pérez Quesada
Looking at Subaru's relatively boring lineup (barring the STI, and to a lesser extent, the WRX), it's refreshing to find people interested in bringing some new ideas to the brand. In the case of the Celeno, that person is budding car designer Xuacu Pérez Quesada. Mr. Quesada interned for Italdesign and received an M.A. in Transportation Design...
Source: Carscoop | 3 Sep 2010 | 8:38 pm
Spy Shots: 2012 Honda Civic prototype holds on to two-tier dash
Filed under: Spy Photos, Budget, Sedan, Honda 2012 Honda Civic spy shots - Click above for high-res image gallery After seeing a handful of spy shots of the next-generation Euro-spec Honda Civic, the North American car is finally starting to show up out roaming the heat-soaked roads of Death Valley. When the new Civic arrives next year, it won't be that much larger than the current car, and the o ...
Source: Autoblog | 3 Sep 2010 | 8:30 pm
Daily U-Turn: What you missed on 9.3.10
Officially Official: Ford F-150 SVT Raptor gains SuperCrew, loses 5.4L V8 for 2011 Ford's off-road beast, the F-150 SVT Raptor, has only been on sale for a year, but it's already getting a few upgrades for the 2011 model year. Many reports and a few spy shots indicated that Ford had been prepping a four-door SuperCrew version of the Raptor (you know, for when the family wants to do the Baja run w ...
Source: Autoblog | 3 Sep 2010 | 8:18 pm
Dual-clutch reaching Avenger/Sebring?
Reportedly, Chrysler's dual clutch automatic was to be installed in the Dodge Avenger and Chrysler Sebring, but Getrag was unable to get needed financing, and it fell through. Now, reliable source oh2o reports that a dual clutch automatic from Fiat... [ This is a summary only. Visit http://www.allpar.com/news/ for the full story. ] ...
Source: Allpar Chrysler, Dodge, and Jeep News | 3 Sep 2010 | 8:14 pm
Ford Fiesta spin-off spied
These are the latest spy pictures of a jacked-up version of the Ford Fiesta in development testing.
Source: Autocar Online - News | 3 Sep 2010 | 8:01 pm
Video: Ferrari 458 Italia by Oakley Design
Posted on 09.3.2010 20:00 by Simona Filed under: Ferrari | coupe | video | sports cars | Ferrari 458 | Cars | Car News Remember a while ago when the guys from Oakley Design brought forth a tuning kit for the Ferrari 458 Italia? We thought nothing would make the Ferrari any better than it already was (that was, of course, before they started randomly spitting fire). Turns ...
Source: Top Speed | 3 Sep 2010 | 8:00 pm
Video: Ferrari 458 Italia by Oakley Design
Posted on 09.3.2010 20:00 by Simona Filed under: Ferrari | coupe | video | sports cars | Ferrari 458 | Cars | Car News Remember a while ago when the guys from Oakley Design brought forth a tuning kit for the Ferrari 458 Italia? We thought nothing would make the Ferrari any better than it already was (that was, of course, before they started randomly spitting fire). Turns ...
Source: Top Speed | 3 Sep 2010 | 8:00 pm
From Funerals to Births: Revenge film crew on hand for Chevy Volt production
Filed under: EV/Plug-in, Chevrolet Early in 2006, director Chris Paine first screened his film Who Killed the Electric Car at the Sundance Film Festival and turned the media spotlight on General Motors and its decision to scrap the EV1 electric car. GM was, of course, well aware of the impending movie and at just around the same time, a small group of engineers and designers began work on a new c ...
Source: Autoblog Green | 3 Sep 2010 | 7:54 pm
Rattnered-Out: Book by Former Car Czar reveals Obama wanted Ghosn to run GM
Former Obama car czar Steven Rattner (not to be confused with destroyer of films Brett Rattner) is set to cash in on his six month experience under an administration tasked with bringing the American auto industry back from the brink. Titled Overhaul: An Insider's Account of the Obama Administration's Emergency Rescue of the Auto Industry, it's...
Source: Carscoop | 3 Sep 2010 | 7:49 pm
Rattnered-Out: Book by Former Car Czar reveals Obama wanted Ghosn to run GM
Former Obama car czar Steven Rattner (not to be confused with destroyer of films Brett Rattner) is set to cash in on his six month experience under an administration tasked with bringing the American auto industry back from the brink. Titled Overhaul: An Insider's Account of the Obama Administration's Emergency Rescue of the Auto Industry, it's...
Source: Carscoop | 3 Sep 2010 | 7:49 pm
A cure for Island fever: Nissan teams up with Hawaii to promote electric vehicles
Filed under: EV/Plug-in, Nissan, Green Daily As we've said before, the islands of Hawaii appear to be ideally suited for electric vehicles (EVs). The picturesque beaches, sparkling blue water and breathtaking mountain ranges are a sight to behold. EVs, often tagged as zero-emissions vehicles, are believed to have less environmental impact than other vehicles types and appeal to people in Hawai'i ...
Source: Autoblog Green | 3 Sep 2010 | 7:03 pm
Volvo S60 T6 Design Special Edition by Heico Sportiv
Posted on 09.3.2010 19:00 by Simona Filed under: heico sportiv Volvo | sedan | Volvo S60 | car tuning | Cars | Car Reviews | Volvo After Heico Sportiv unveiled the official details on their new tuning kit for the S60 sedan, Volvo has followed right behind with their own special edition that they have developed in collaboration with that same tuner. Together they have prod ...
Source: Top Speed | 3 Sep 2010 | 7:00 pm
Volvo S60 T6 Design Special Edition by Heico Sportiv
Posted on 09.3.2010 19:00 by Simona Filed under: heico sportiv Volvo | sedan | Volvo S60 | car tuning | Cars | Car Reviews | Volvo After Heico Sportiv unveiled the official details on their new tuning kit for the S60 sedan, Volvo has followed right behind with their own special edition that they have developed in collaboration with that same tuner. Together they have prod ...
Source: Top Speed | 3 Sep 2010 | 7:00 pm
VIDEO: The tale of Murray Fowler and his BMW 2800 CS
Here's hoping that one day we too will be able to tell a tale about our car like Murray Fowler and his beautiful late 1960s / early 1970s BMW 2800 CS. The 81-year-old owner of the BMW coupe is from Costa Mesa California and he has clocked an astonishing 413,575 miles (that's a little over 665,000 km) so far. The video is part of a new series from...
Source: Carscoop | 3 Sep 2010 | 6:46 pm
VIDEO: The tale of Murray Fowler and his BMW 2800 CS
Here's hoping that one day we too will be able to tell a tale about our car like Murray Fowler and his beautiful late 1960s / early 1970s BMW 2800 CS. The 81-year-old owner of the BMW coupe is from Costa Mesa California and he has clocked an astonishing 413,575 miles (that's a little over 665,000 km) so far. The video is part of a new series from...
Source: Carscoop | 3 Sep 2010 | 6:46 pm
Toyota Vehicles: 2011 Toyota 4Runner Is Second Year of All-New Fifth Generation
The all-new fifth-generation Toyota 4Runner, introduced for model year 2010, gains minor option revisions for 2011. The 4Runner was completely redesigned and re-engineered for the previous model year. Its adaptable interior and unique cargo area make the newest 4Runner smarter, more comfortable, and more versatile than ever. Visit @Toyota ACCESS to receive your news via e-mail. Update ...
Source: Toyota Motor Sales, U.S.A., Inc. | 3 Sep 2010 | 6:25 pm
Toyota Vehicles: 2011 Toyota 4Runner Is Second Year of All-New Fifth Generation
The all-new fifth-generation Toyota 4Runner, introduced for model year 2010, gains minor option revisions for 2011. The 4Runner was completely redesigned and re-engineered for the previous model year. Its adaptable interior and unique cargo area make the newest 4Runner smarter, more comfortable, and more versatile than ever.
Source: Toyota: Newsroom | 3 Sep 2010 | 6:25 pm
AWESOME or AWFUL: Is A Matte Rolls-Royce Overkill?
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Source: AutoSpies.com News | 3 Sep 2010 | 6:21 pm
If THIS Video Doesn't Motivate You To Drive SAFER This Labor Day Weekend, NOTHING Will!
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Source: AutoSpies.com News | 3 Sep 2010 | 6:13 pm
Ford to pay $131M for 2001 Explorer rollover accident
A jury has ordered that Ford pay $131 million for a 2001 rollover accident that claimed the life of Mets prospect Brian Cole. Ford Motor Company - Ford - New York Mets - Rollover - Punitive damages ...
Source: Leftlane - news, reviews, and info for the auto-industry | 3 Sep 2010 | 6:11 pm
2011 Bentley Continental GT revealed days early!
Bentley is just days away from revealing the all-new 2011 Continental GT Coupe and Convertible models online, but our spies just captured a camo-free GT Coupe! BentleyContinentalGt - Coupé - Bentley - Recreation - Autos ...
Source: Leftlane - news, reviews, and info for the auto-industry | 3 Sep 2010 | 6:07 pm
STUD or DUD: Is The 2011 Dodge Durango Going To BURY The 2011 Ford Explorer?
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Source: AutoSpies.com News | 3 Sep 2010 | 6:02 pm
Championnat de France des Rallyes : bilan de la première journée
Fin de la première journée de la 62ème Edition du Rallye Mont-Blanc Morzine. Pieter Tsjoen (Ford Focus RS WRC) signe quatre des six meilleurs temps de la journée, devançant Dany Snobeck (Peugeot 307 WRC) et Frédéric Comte ( Peugeot 307 WRC). Les pilotes ont repris le Championnat de France des Rallyes sous le soleil avec entre autre une excursion sur les cols de la Joux Verte, de Joux Pla ...
Source: le blog auto: l'actualité automobile et sport automobile en temps réel | 3 Sep 2010 | 5:48 pm
Jeep Wrangler auf dem Autosalon Paris 2010: Facelift für den Offroader
Jeep hat dem Wrangler zum 70. Geburtstag ein Facelift spendiert. Zu sehen ist der aufgefrischte Offroader auf dem Pariser Autosalon 2010. Die Motorenpalette bleibt unangerührt.
Source: AUTO BILD - Tests und News zum Thema Auto | 3 Sep 2010 | 5:39 pm
Hurricane Earl Crisis Center Opened by OnStar
OnStar is offering “Crisis Assist” services to its active subscribers in areas affected by Hurricane Earl. With the push of the OnStar button in General Motors vehicles, subscribers will be put in contact with specially-trained “Crisis Advisors.” Crisis Assist services are currently being offered to subscribers along the coastal areas of Connecticut, Delaware, Maine, Maryland, [...] ...
Source: TheDetroitBureau.com | 3 Sep 2010 | 5:33 pm
Cadillac: The new standard of the world [Video]
Bold words, big claim. Cadillac proudly proclaims that it is "The new standard of the world" in its latest CTS-V commercial. [Nürburgring video inside!] Cadillac - CadillacCts-v - Nürburgring - Video - Recreation ...
Source: Leftlane - news, reviews, and info for the auto-industry | 3 Sep 2010 | 5:01 pm
Video: Luke Hines' Massive Crash At ALMS Mosport Race
Fire may be the biggest worry of most racing drivers, but high-speed accidents are a lot more common. This accident is a testament to the safety of modern race car and track design. Driving down the fast, slightly curved back straight at Mosport during this weekend's American Le Mans Series race, Drayson-Lola prototype driver Jonny Cocker was...
Source: MotorAuthority | 3 Sep 2010 | 4:45 pm
2010 Paris Motor Show Preview: Mazda Shinari "Kodo" Design Concept
Looking an awful lot like the Tesla Model S crossed with Infiniti's Essence Concept, the Mazda Shinari might not be entirely unique, but it's certainly attractive. Today Mazda released the full official details on the "Kodo" design thesis to be unveiled at the 2010 Paris Motor Show, along with a sheaf of new photos. Meaning "soul of motion," the...
Source: MotorAuthority | 3 Sep 2010 | 4:31 pm
Drunk Driving, Recalls, and Auto Show dominate Car News
From the NHTSA's displeasure of American drunk driving habits, the upcoming debut of the Infiniti M Hybrid, to Subaru's all new boxer engine, here's some of the latest news from the autosphere: ...
Source: Automotive Blogs | 3 Sep 2010 | 4:09 pm
Forget Smart Phone Connectivity, EV Returns To Simple Pleasures
Does the 2011 Nissan Leaf leave you feeling uninspired? Does the 2011 Chevrolet Volt appear too aggressive? Is the 2011 Tesla Roadster just too sporty? Do you long for classic looks, big wheels and great all-round visibility? This weekend an electric car will be sold at an Indianan auction house that will attract admiring glances where ever it...
Source: All Cars Electric | 3 Sep 2010 | 3:27 pm
Aussie-Built Supercharged Ford V-8 To Return Topside?
Ford Racing and Roush have already revealed supercharger kits for the new 2011 5.0-liter Mustang V-8, and earlier this week we saw the Australians' take on the theme: the Ford Performance Vehicles (FPV) supercharged Falcon. Now the talk is that the FPV Falcon's milder engines may be headed back to the U.S. Rated at just 422 and 450 horsepower in...
Source: MotorAuthority | 3 Sep 2010 | 2:54 pm
Toyota Vehicles: 2011 Toyota RAV4 Offers New Extra Value Package
The Toyota RAV4, already a leader in the crossover SUV segment it launched nearly 15 years ago, offers even greater value for 2011. The new Upgrade Value Package for the Base models adds popular options at a special value price.
Source: Toyota: Newsroom | 3 Sep 2010 | 2:46 pm
Toyota Vehicles: 2011 Toyota RAV4 Offers New Extra Value Package
The Toyota RAV4, already a leader in the crossover SUV segment it launched nearly 15 years ago, offers even greater value for 2011. The new Upgrade Value Package for the Base models adds popular options at a special value price. Visit @Toyota ACCESS to receive your news via e-mail. Update your RSS feed preferences.
Source: Toyota Motor Sales, U.S.A., Inc. | 3 Sep 2010 | 2:46 pm
Jesse Jackson's Gas-Guzzling Escalade Ironically Stolen After "Green Jobs" Rally [I Feel Gassy]
The Rev. Jesse Jackson came to Detroit last weekend pushing green jobs for the U.S. economy. On Monday, the Cadillac Escalade carrying him around the city was stolen and stripped. Does building replacement $1000 rims count as "green jobs?" More » ...
Source: Jalopnik: top | 3 Sep 2010 | 2:45 pm
Öko-Label für Neuwagen: Der große Etikettenschwindel
Ein Öko-Label soll Neuwagen in Effizienzklassen einordnen. Absurd: Schwere Autos werden bevorzugt. Ein 62-Tonnen-Panzer wäre mit dem Smart fortwo in einer Klasse!
Source: AUTO BILD - Tests und News zum Thema Auto | 3 Sep 2010 | 2:31 pm
Tim Allen to be the New Voice of Chevrolet
TV and movie celeb Tim Allen will be the voice of Chevrolet starting with advertising for the all-new 2011 Cruze starting next Tuesday. Allen displaces Howie Long, who is currently running on regional 2010 model year clearance spots and has been a Chevrolet spokesperson since 2004. The classic Friday afternoon release made no mention of [...] ...
Source: TheDetroitBureau.com | 3 Sep 2010 | 2:25 pm
Audi RS5: Tuning von MTM: Audi RS5 wird schneller
Motor-Spezialist MTM fährt mit Tuning-Maßnahmen für den Audi RS5 eine erste Attacke. Dank Top-Speed-Aufhebung, Klappenauspuff und hübschen Schmiederädern geht es auf Augenhöhe mit eigentlich stärkeren Gegnern.
Source: AUTO BILD - Tests und News zum Thema Auto | 3 Sep 2010 | 1:59 pm
VFACTS August: New Car Sales Up, SUV Segment Leads The Way
NEW CAR SALES AUGUST 2010 New figures released by the Federal Chamber of Automotive Industries today show that new vehicle sales gained a boost in August, totalling 82,122 and improving on the same period in 2009 by 12.1 percent (8835 vehicles). The SUV segment showed the strongest growth during August, recording a 32.5 percent increase over August in 2009. Light commercial vehicles were t ...
Source: TheMotorReport - | 3 Sep 2010 | 1:54 pm
Honda Automobiles: HMA Associates Celebrate Production of Two Millionth Vehicle
From left, Honda associates David Lyner, Doris Ashworth, Robert Dunham, Sandy Miller, Michael Tuggle and Michael Jones celebrate the production of the two millionth vehicle at Honda Manufacturing of Alabama.
Source: Hondanews Online Newsroom | 3 Sep 2010 | 1:47 pm
Honda Automobiles: HMA Reaches Production Milestone - 2 Millionth Alabama-built Honda Rolls Off The Line
Associates at Honda Manufacturing of Alabama, LLC (HMA) today reached a production milestone at 8:28 a.m. with the completion of the 2 millionth Honda vehicle and V-6 engine built in Alabama. The Taffeta White 2011 Pilot EXL Touring, was driven off the line by HMA associate Sandy Miller, of Oxford. Passengers in the vehicle included Honda associates: Robert Dunham, Goodwater; Michael Jones, Trussv ...
Source: Hondanews Online Newsroom | 3 Sep 2010 | 1:46 pm
CAR interviews Le Mans-winner Allan McNish
The 2010 Le Mans Series reaches its climactic finale at Silverstone on September 10-12 when the gruelling 1000km of Silverstone race takes place. And CAR has some fabulous money-cannot-buy tickets to give away – including full VIP hospitality and pit walks –...
Source: Car Online | 3 Sep 2010 | 1:30 pm
CAR interviews Le Mans-winner Allan McNish
The 2010 Le Mans Series reaches its climactic finale at Silverstone on September 10-12 when the gruelling 1000km of Silverstone race takes place. And CAR has some fabulous money-cannot-buy tickets to give away – including full VIP hospitality and pit walks –...
Source: Car Online | 3 Sep 2010 | 1:30 pm
Operation Friction Shuts Down 'Hoon Gathering' In Victoria
Police in Victoria shut down an alleged 'hoon gathering' this week in the northern suburb of Campbellfield, arresting two and issuing 52 Notices of Unroadworthiness. As part of Operation Friction 2, police have been monitoring hoon activities in Melbourne's north, west and southern suburbs. According to North West Road Policing Acting Superintendent Stephen Mutton, the illega ...
Source: TheMotorReport - | 3 Sep 2010 | 1:29 pm
Chevrolet Cruze Hatchback Revealed
Knowing just how much the Europeans love their hatchbacks, it would be grave mistake for GM not to develpe a hatchback version of its Chevrolet Cruze, currently’s Chevy’s volume seller on the continent. The American automaker planned to tdebut the Cruze hatchback at the upcoming Paris Motor Show, but it suprised us today with a [...] ...
Source: AutoTribute | 3 Sep 2010 | 12:48 pm
Toyota Vehicles: 2011 Toyota Land Cruiser Lives Up to Famous Legend
The Toyota Land Cruiser remains unique in the market, an iconic and luxurious, full-size SUV imbued with undeniable go-anywhere capability and the safari-conquering spirit of its world-famous forbears. Also unique is the way the eight-passenger Land Cruiser has evolved from a basic four-wheel-drive utility vehicle into an upscale vehicle without compromising its roots – and that is the root of i ...
Source: Toyota Motor Sales, U.S.A., Inc. | 3 Sep 2010 | 12:30 pm
Toyota Vehicles: 2011 Toyota Land Cruiser Lives Up to Famous Legend
The Toyota Land Cruiser remains unique in the market, an iconic and luxurious, full-size SUV imbued with undeniable go-anywhere capability and the safari-conquering spirit of its world-famous forbears. Also unique is the way the eight-passenger Land Cruiser has evolved from a basic four-wheel-drive utility vehicle into an upscale vehicle without compromising its roots – and that is the root of i ...
Source: Toyota: Newsroom | 3 Sep 2010 | 12:30 pm
Ex Auto Czar Rattner Pulls No Punches in “Overhaul”
Few escape criticism from former auto czar Steve Rattner in his tell-all about the General Motors and Chrysler bailouts -- from President Obama to GM's new CEO Dan Akerson. Read more about "Overhaul" on TheDetroitBureau.com.
Source: TheDetroitBureau.com | 3 Sep 2010 | 12:26 pm
Chevrolet Cruze hatchback
This is mostly for the European market where it should go on sale before next summer.I like the design. Nothing amazing, but it does look more than just a hatch version of the sedan.It is pretty much its own car.Let's hope the new Focus hatch is a hit in the US, so GM finds the guts to bring this over here.Considering how long it's taking them to bring us the sedan, we could see this for the 2018 ...
Source: Vince Burlapp Car Page | 3 Sep 2010 | 12:06 pm
Des Volkswagen bientôt produites chez GAZ ?
Le constructeur Russe GAZ cherche activement (désespérément ?) un partenaire apte à occuper son usine, surtout après l’échec du rachat d’Opel avec Magna. C’est finalement Volkswagen qui pourrait venir produire quelques voitures à Nijni Novgorod. Après avoir négocié avec de nombreux constructeurs, GAZ est à présent en discussion avec Volkswagen. Malgré l’ouverture de son us ...
Source: le blog auto: l'actualité automobile et sport automobile en temps réel | 3 Sep 2010 | 12:00 pm
Why Danica Patrick Can't Win At Racing [Motorsports]
We've said before we're swearing off the hype machine surrounding Danica Patrick. Still, there's at least one important question — can she win? Leighton Irwin of The Garage Blog says this year may give us the answer. —Ed. More » ...
Source: Jalopnik: top | 3 Sep 2010 | 12:00 pm
New Laguna revealed
Renault has revealed the first details on its revised Laguna, which will make its public debut at the Paris motor show.
Source: Autocar Online - News | 3 Sep 2010 | 12:00 pm
U.S. Auto Sales – AUGUST 2010
This time around, August is a special month because it was this time last year that the Cash for Clunkers program (C4C) was implemented. The program, as we know, created substantial artificial sales growth, the effect of which is being felt this August. As a result, comparing the two months — August ’09 to August [...] ...
Source: AutoTribute | 3 Sep 2010 | 12:00 pm
Et de 15 millions de Golf produites à Wolfsburg
On ne vous refera pas ici l’historique de la voiture du peuple ou de la Volkswagen Golf… Non il est simplement question de souligner la production de l’exemplaire 15 millions au sein de l’usine allemande de Wolfsburg. Rappelons que la première génération de Golf a été lancée au printemps 1974 à Wolfsburg, devant alors rapidement un best-seller. Depuis 1975, la Golf e ...
Source: le blog auto: l'actualité automobile et sport automobile en temps réel | 3 Sep 2010 | 11:55 am
Brands Hatch: Ekström im ersten Training vorn
Beim ersten Training in Brands Hatch hat das Audi-Team eine überzeugende Leistung abgeliefert. Mattias Ekström fuhr an diesem Nachmittag die TagesbestzeitAlle Platzierungen und Rundenzeiten der Audi-Piloten finden Sie in der Galerie! >> Jetzt Audi DTM Packages sichern: DTM Ticket Shop weiter zu "Brands Hatch: Ekström im ersten Training vorn" ...
Source: AUTO ZEITUNG.de - Aktuelle Artikel, Autotests und Neuheiten | 3 Sep 2010 | 11:48 am
Les plans de McLaren sur cinq ans
Dans les cinq prochaines années, le constructeur anglais prévoit l'arrivée de cinq nouveaux modèles.
Source: Autoplus.fr | 3 Sep 2010 | 11:41 am
Surprise Peugeot, plusieurs indices
Peugeot entend visiblement marquer les esprits avec un concept-car en amont du Mondial!
Source: Autoplus.fr | 3 Sep 2010 | 11:19 am
Dongfeng brengt in 2012 eerste hybrides en EV’s
Het Chinese Dongfeng zet in op de alternatieve aandrijflijn. Een flinke investering moet er voor zorgen dat het Chinese bedrijf verderop in dit decennium een belangrijke rol op dat gebied speelt.
Source: AutoWeek.nl nieuws | 3 Sep 2010 | 11:07 am
Ford F-150 SVT Raptor Gets SuperCrew & Standard 6.2L V8
For the 2011 model year, the popular Ford F-150 Raptor will get a new four-door SuperCrew option, in addition to a more powerful standard engine. The F-150 SVT Raptor is seven inches wider than a base F-150 and features internal triple-bypass shocks by FOX Racing Shox, unique cast-aluminum front control arms and VT-tuned 35-inch BFGoodrich® [...] ...
Source: AutoTribute | 3 Sep 2010 | 11:00 am
Porsche Cayenne S Hybrid (2010) CAR review
The Porsche Cayenne caused controversy when it was launched, angering Porschephiles who believed that the Stuttgart sports car company shouldn’t be building such monstrosities. Of course the looks didn’t help the Cayenne’s case with traditionalists, but since the Mk1 Cayenne...
Source: Car Online | 3 Sep 2010 | 11:00 am
Porsche Cayenne S Hybrid (2010) CAR review
The Porsche Cayenne caused controversy when it was launched, angering Porschephiles who believed that the Stuttgart sports car company shouldn’t be building such monstrosities. Of course the looks didn’t help the Cayenne’s case with traditionalists, but since the Mk1 Cayenne...
Source: Car Online | 3 Sep 2010 | 11:00 am
Car Czar Rattner's Book Gives Behind the Scenes Look at Auto Bailouts
By Doron Levin Steve Rattner, President Obama's car czar, has released galley proofs of ``Overhaul,'' a book that gives an insider's peek at the government's restructuring of the U.S. auto industry, most notably the two automakers that filed for bankruptcy, General Motors and Chrysler. The 320-page memoir, to be published October 14 by Houghton Mifflin, lauds the governme ...
Source: Auto Observer | 3 Sep 2010 | 10:49 am
La 918 Spyder au musée Porsche
Le futur supercar de Porsche qui revient tout juste des Etats-Unis va se reposer quelques jours dans le musée de la marque, à Stuttgart.
Source: Autoplus.fr | 3 Sep 2010 | 10:34 am
The Joy of Fashion. The Story of Joy in BMW Collection.
BMW has made history – more than once. And the essence of its own history has always been about one thing: joy. This purest of all emotions is now the theme of the new BMW Collection. BMW JOY encompasses high-quality T-shirts and polo shirts, trendy sweaters, pullovers and hoodies, jackets and high-end accessories.
Source: BMW Group PressClub Global | 3 Sep 2010 | 10:27 am
Mercedes E und 280 SE 3.5 Cabrio
Zwei viersitzige Mercedes-Cabrios räkeln sich in der mallorquinischen Abendsonne. Eine Zeitreise mit vier und acht ZylindernNein, auch wenn er acht Zylinder hat, dieser Mercedes ballert nicht. Mit nur etwas mehr als Standgas säuselt der große Wagen über die abendlichen Inselstraßen. Mit vollem Namen heißt er Mercedes-Benz 280 SE 3.5 Cabriolet. Er ist die letzte Evo ...
Source: AUTO ZEITUNG.de - Aktuelle Artikel, Autotests und Neuheiten | 3 Sep 2010 | 10:14 am
Toyota FT-86 four-door sedan variant rumoured
According to a recent report, Toyota has green-lighted a sedan variant of the FT-86 sports car. It is expected to go on sale in 2013.
Source: Worldcarfans | 3 Sep 2010 | 10:00 am
2011 Ford F-150 SVT Raptor upgraded
Ford has unveiled the updated 2011 SVT Raptor. It feature a 6.2-liter V8 engine and an available SuperCrew model.
Source: Worldcarfans | 3 Sep 2010 | 10:00 am
Jaguar to preview 2012 XK with Paris concept
According to a recent report, Jaguar will use the Paris Motor Show to introduce a new concept which previews the 2012 XK. Details inside.
Source: Worldcarfans | 3 Sep 2010 | 10:00 am
Prijzen vernieuwde Ford Mondeo
We stappen volgende week achter het stuur van de vernieuwde Ford Mondeo, eind september komen de eerste exemplaren in Nederland. De prijzen zijn nu bekend.
Source: AutoWeek.nl nieuws | 3 Sep 2010 | 9:58 am
Festive Joy. The BMW Lifestyle Collection.
There are surprises for adults and children alike – from Snow Racer sleds to USB sticks, from watches to back packs. The extensive BMW Lifestyle Collection includes gift ideas for both young and old, and it’s available at selected BMW dealerships and on the Internet at www.bmw-shop.com.
Source: BMW Group PressClub Global | 3 Sep 2010 | 9:41 am
Productie Volvo V60 begonnen
Vandaag begint de productie van de Volvo V60 in het Zweedse Torslanda. De komende weken zullen er ongeveer 60 auto's per dag geproduceerd worden.
Source: AutoWeek.nl nieuws | 3 Sep 2010 | 9:08 am
News watch September 2010: today's auto industry news
Welcome to CAR Magazine's news aggregator as we round up the daily stories in the auto industry. Top tip: news summaries are added from the top hour-by-hour Friday 3 September 2010 • The Obama administration vetoed GM’s plans to abandon its Detroit headquarters,...
Source: Car Online | 3 Sep 2010 | 8:30 am
News watch September 2010: today's auto industry news
Welcome to CAR Magazine's news aggregator as we round up the daily stories in the auto industry. Top tip: news summaries are added from the top hour-by-hour Friday 3 September 2010 • The Obama administration vetoed GM’s plans to abandon its Detroit headquarters,...
Source: Car Online | 3 Sep 2010 | 8:30 am
Loans on self GMAC
Image : http://www.flickr.com The process of buying a car is becoming increasingly difficult over the years because the overall economy is currently so expensive. It 'almost impossible prospect to purchase a car with the money, if an auto loan is the main option for most. If financing a transaction by car is the only option, [...] ...
Source: AUTOinCAR | 3 Sep 2010 | 8:24 am
Le Mans stars for Chelsea
Classic race cars and former champions are due to line up in London this weekend, the inaugural Chelsea AutoLegends show.
Source: Autocar Online - News | 3 Sep 2010 | 8:20 am
Benz adds E250 CDI Estate
New entry-level E250 CDI lowers fourth-generation E-class Estate price somewhat ...
Source: GoAuto RSS - Car News | 3 Sep 2010 | 7:25 am
7DSG for VW's 2011 Tiguan
Latest DSG auto spells more performance and efficiency for Volkswagen’s MY11 Tiguan ...
Source: GoAuto RSS - Car News | 3 Sep 2010 | 7:02 am
2012 Mercedes ML in light cammo and interior photo
We have seen plenty of spy photos of the upcoming Mercedes ML, but this is the first time we get a good look at the dashboard. This ML is also less camouflaged then the once before. Its dropping more and more camouflage and it will be interesting to follow. Related PostsNew 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML showing [...] ...
Source: Car Spy Photos | 3 Sep 2010 | 6:06 am
Baby Quattroporte to revive Maserati twin turbo?
Could Maserati be back with its twin turbo? In some of the juciest rumours we’ve had from the Fiat Group plan is the possibility that a “baby Quattroporte” or[...] ...
Source: eurocarblog | 3 Sep 2010 | 6:00 am
2011 Lada Granta
http://www.autoweek.nl/autonieuws/14869/21ste-eeuw-start-bij-Lada-met-Granta Image: http://media.autoweek.nl/m/m1aytckbdllk_800.jpg Probably not...
Source: CarSpyShots | 3 Sep 2010 | 5:04 am
Autonieuws: Alleen grijs: Dodge Durango
De Chrysler-groep heeft in de VS z'n nieuwe Dodge Durango voorgesteld. Geen kans dat die ook naar Europa komt, want Fiat heeft inmiddels zelfs besloten het merk bij ons compleet uit te rangeren. Wie er één wil zal zich dus moeten wenden tot een "grijze" importeur. Dodge aarzelt niet om ook het metaal op z'n grote SUV in retro-vormen te plooien. En hoewel de motoren... Lees ...
Source: Auto55.be | 3 Sep 2010 | 4:55 am
Autonieuws: Meer doden op Vlaamse snelwegen
De eerste vijf maanden van het jaar is het aantal doden op de Belgische wegen met 1,3% afgenomen. Wallonië is de beste leerling en in z'n eentje verantwoordelijk voor de daling. In Brussel en Vlaanderen is er nauwelijks evolutie. De Belgische snelwegen zijn gevaarlijker geworden. Daar lieten dit jaar al 116 mensen het leven - een stijging van 4,5%, terwijl het totale aantal... Lees ...
Source: Auto55.be | 3 Sep 2010 | 4:37 am
Chevrolet Cruze Hatchback concept
For the Paris motorshow, "concept" version of what we will see minus the blue light bulbs.... Image: http://media.autoweek.nl/m/m1fyml0b09lo_800.jpg...
Source: CarSpyShots | 3 Sep 2010 | 4:31 am
First look: Holden hatches five-door Cruze
Holden lifts the lid on its Australian-designed, Paris-bound Cruze hatchback ...
Source: GoAuto RSS - Car News | 3 Sep 2010 | 4:22 am
“Allpar County Durango”
With Ford's recent announcement of the pursuit-rated Police Interceptor Utility and Chrysler's well-timed release of camouflage-free photos of the next-generation Durango, we decided to see what the Durango looked like as a slick-top sheriff's... [ This is a summary only. Visit http://www.allpar.com/news/ for the full story. ] ...
Source: Allpar Chrysler, Dodge, and Jeep News | 3 Sep 2010 | 4:15 am
Citroen C4 Picasso and Grand Picasso pics
The Citroen C4 Picasso and C4 Grand Picasso models have been officially revealed. Likely to go on display at the 2010 Paris Motor Show, the MPV Citroens have been updated to take on more of the recent[...] ...
Source: eurocarblog | 3 Sep 2010 | 4:00 am
Autonieuws: Vijfdeurs Chevrolet Cruze in Parijs
Chevrolet is meer dan tevreden over het succes van de Cruze. De in het voorjaar van 2009 geïntroduceerde vierdeurs gaat vlot van de hand. Op verschillende Zuid-Europese markten staat hij aan de top in z'n segment. Om z'n positie verder te versterken, werkt GM ook aan een vijfdeurs hatchback van het model. De schowcarversie -en dus nog niet het definitieve seriemodel- staat b... Lees ...
Source: Auto55.be | 3 Sep 2010 | 3:58 am
First Look: 2011 Ford F-150 SVT Raptor SuperCrew and SuperCab
We've got the full details on Ford's new four-door crew cab version of the F-150 SVT Raptor and other changes for 2011.
Source: PickupTrucks: News | 3 Sep 2010 | 3:01 am
Tata ponders fate of Land Rover Defender SUV
If you're a fan of the rough-and-tumble Land Rover Defender, you may want to prepare yourself as the next version may go "soft" as a standard "crossover".
Source: Automotive Blogs | 3 Sep 2010 | 2:09 am
Alfa Giulietta test drive video
This test drive video of the Alfa Giulietta gives the car a great write-up despite a few glitches that mean it falls short of perfect. It would be interesting to hear from Alfa Romeo as to whether the[...] ...
Source: eurocarblog | 3 Sep 2010 | 2:00 am
Electric bikes pave the way for cleaner streets
A bike zips down the road, powered by a rear wheel motor and a battery pack secured in the triangle frame. Its rider wears a gray waistcoat and a floppy bow tie. The year is 1895. Electric bikes have... This is a summary only, read the whole article on TaintedGreen.com ...
Source: Tainted Green - Unearthing the Truth About Green | 3 Sep 2010 | 1:07 am
Quick Drive: 2010 Nissan Murano LE
The Murano works, within the bounds of its SUV/Crossover package, because of some pretty basic engineering. First off, the steering is direct rather than sloppy, and though it isn’t sports-car communicative at least it doesn’t get in the way. Secondly, the CVT, which inherently wants to slip as it adjusts its gear ratios, actually feels more hooked up and responsive than many a traditional aut ...
Source: Winding Road Site News | 3 Sep 2010 | 1:00 am
Quick Drive: 2010 Audi Q7 TDI
The huge torque from this 3.0-liter TDI engine, coupled with Audi’s Quattro system, gives the Q7 the ability to get up and go with great quickness. Accelerating with a smart start, and building easy speed through low to medium revs, the Q7 feels quite athletic both around town, and on the freeway.
Source: Winding Road Site News | 3 Sep 2010 | 1:00 am
Hyundai ix20 Concept Crossover Unveiled before 2010 Paris Motor Show
You know it's car show season when the automakers start teasing the press and public with snippets of their show cars.
Source: Automotive Blogs | 3 Sep 2010 | 12:09 am
Incentives Higher than Usual for August, Edmunds Says
August sales took a dive despite higher than normal incentives offered to shoppers reluctant to buy. An average of $2,681 in incentives represents a 9.2 percent increase over August, 2009 when "clunker sale" was ending, but a 3 percent decline over July 2010.
Source: AutomotiveDigest.com - Automotive Industry News | 3 Sep 2010 | 12:00 am
East Coast First to Get Hydrogen Highway
California Governor Arnold Schwarzenegger planned to bring 100 hydrogen fueling stations to the state by the end of this year, but that's languished in the recession. It's starting to happen now on the East Coast as SunHydro plans to bring a chain of self-service hydrogen fueling stations from Massachusetts to Florida.
Source: AutomotiveDigest.com - Automotive Industry News | 3 Sep 2010 | 12:00 am
GM Works with Fire Chiefs to Make Chevy Volt Safe for First Responders
The National Fire Protection Association is working with GM to train first responder fire fighters how to safely manage the site of an electric vehicle crash, such as the upcoming Chevrolet Volt. NFPA will be reaching out to other auto manufacturers in an effort to include vehicle-specific information in training as more EVs enter the marketplace.
Source: AutomotiveDigest.com - Automotive Industry News | 3 Sep 2010 | 12:00 am
2011 BMW 6 series
Still just an illustration, but BMW has already claimed their new 6 series will be one of their best designs ever.Not sure exactly when we'll see the real thing, (Paris show?), but I've always liked the current model. I am sure this will turn out to be another stunner.
Source: Vince Burlapp Car Page | 2 Sep 2010 | 9:23 pm
On Labor Day Eve, GM CEO Akerson Extends Hand to Unions
By Michelle Krebs In his first communication with employees, new General Motors CEO Dan Akerson relayed in a Labor Day letter extended his hand to the company's unions and gave employees a pat on the back. Akerson, officially installed this week as GM's fourth CEO in 17 months, shared a conversation he had recently with UAW President Bob King and UAW Vice President Joe Ashton ...
Source: Auto Observer | 2 Sep 2010 | 5:30 pm
2011 Hyundai ix20
Hyundai is going to debut a brand-new mini-MPV at the upcming Paris Auto Show. Called ix20, the model will be based on new Kia Venga and will go on...
Source: CarSpyShots | 2 Sep 2010 | 5:21 pm
Hyundai ix20 mini-MPV picture
Hyundai ix20 mini-MPV picture released ahead of its Paris Auto Show premiere! Hyundai today surprised the automobile enthusiasts around the world by releasing the very-first picture of the all-new ix20 mini-MPV! The next-generation ix20 MPV is scheduled to make its official premiere at this year’s Mondial de L’Automobile in Paris on September 30th, [...] ...
Source: Hyundai Cars Blog :: 2011 Hyundai models, new Sonata, Tucson SUV, dealerships, spy shots, reviews, sales... | 2 Sep 2010 | 5:12 pm
CarTronics: Why Bowers & Wilkins Works In The Jaguar XJ
The 2011Jaguar XJL is the beneficiary of Bowers & Wilkins finest car audio effort yet, and our sister publication The Absolute Sound has taken a look at it to see if it really is something special.
Source: Winding Road Site News | 2 Sep 2010 | 5:05 pm
Kia Motor America reports August 2010 sales
Kia Motors America releases its monthly sales report. Sales of new Kia cars dip 19 percent from a year ago. Kia Motors revealed its latest sales report today. The South Korean fastest growing carmaker announced its sales went down 19,2 percent compared to a year ago. The August 2010 was a tough month for most of [...] ...
Source: Kia-World Blog :: 2011 Kia cars: Soul, Forte Koup, Sorento, Optima, Sportage, Pro_cee'd, Venga, Rio, Cadenza, Sedona, Borrego, Rondo | 2 Sep 2010 | 4:27 pm
Hyundai ix20
Hyundai will be adding a new crossover/compact wagon to its lineup.At least in Europe.The all new iX20 will be shown at the Paris Auto Show in a few weeks.Where it will be priced under the iX35, known in the US as the Tucson.So we might end up seeing a smaller than Tucson crossover in the US as well. Maybe...
Source: Vince Burlapp Car Page | 2 Sep 2010 | 4:19 pm
Can EV Charging Crash The Grid? Toronto Hydro Chief Says Yes
Picture the scene: You arrive home after a long day at work. The lights are on, the dinner is waiting for you in the oven and the kids are watching TV. Before leaving the garage, you plug in your 2011 Nissan Leaf and switch the charger on. And the whole neighborhood goes dark. Your EV was the straw that broke the camel's back, the grid already...
Source: All Cars Electric | 2 Sep 2010 | 3:30 pm
Nissan And Coda Work To Make Hawaii Electric Car Paradise
It’s not a secret that Hawaii is keen to become the most electric car-friendly state in the whole of the U.S. And now two more electric car companies are laying a claim to the electric vehicle market in the island state. Earlier this week at the Asia Pacific Clean Energy Summit and Expo, the state of Hawaii announced it has signed a...
Source: All Cars Electric | 2 Sep 2010 | 3:22 pm
World Premier Spyshot 2011-2012 Honda Civic Sedan (2HC)
Wow Next Generation Honda Civic kept Concept from current FD Form,Body Size is obviosly shorten than current. Source : Worldcarfans.com ...
Source: AUTOinCAR | 2 Sep 2010 | 1:01 pm
Breaking News: The Stig unmasked as Bond stunt driver
Britain's High Court has refused to ban a book which reveals that Top Gear's The Stig is racing driver Ben Collins.
Source: drive.com.au - Latest News | 2 Sep 2010 | 12:52 pm
Chinese government to launch 15 different electric car standards
The Chinese government is planning to unify the electric car industry with a set of 15 new electric car standards which will cover manufacturing specifics in a bid to consolidate the electric car industry into one standard within China. China is planning to become one of the big ‘electric car states’ in the next few years as its plans to lower its dependency on foreign oil, yet continu ...
Source: China Car Times | 2 Sep 2010 | 10:33 am
Chinese government to launch 15 different electric car standards
The Chinese government is planning to unify the electric car industry with a set of 15 new electric car standards which will cover manufacturing specifics in a bid to consolidate the electric car industry into one standard within China. China is planning to become one of the big ‘electric car states’ in the next few years as its plans to lower its dependency on foreign oil, yet continu ...
Source: China Car Times | 2 Sep 2010 | 10:33 am
Ford China sales strong in August
Ford had a strong month in August this year, with Ford seeing a 24% sales increase in sales over August 2009. Ford delivered a grand total of 368,103 new passenger vehicles from January to August this year, a 42% increase over 2009 sales. The Ford Focus continues to be Ford’s big seller in China with 13,039 units delivered in August alone, and marks the sixth month in a row where the Focus h ...
Source: China Car Times | 2 Sep 2010 | 10:05 am
Ford China sales strong in August
Ford had a strong month in August this year, with Ford seeing a 24% sales increase in sales over August 2009. Ford delivered a grand total of 368,103 new passenger vehicles from January to August this year, a 42% increase over 2009 sales. The Ford Focus continues to be Ford’s big seller in China with 13,039 units delivered in August alone, and marks the sixth month in a row where the Focus h ...
Source: China Car Times | 2 Sep 2010 | 10:05 am
Nissan Talks Again About the Next Titan
Nissan says that it's still full speed ahead in the development of an all-new, second-generation Titan ...
Source: PickupTrucks: News | 2 Sep 2010 | 9:47 am
Guangzhou Auto’s first passenger car to launch soon
Guangzhou Auto, like Beijing Auto, have been left behind in the State Owned Automakers great race to develop strong self developed brands for the Chinese market and beyond. Guangzhou Auto recently bought in Alfa-Romeo platforms and engines, on which to build its own cars, which will give them an impressive leap over their counterparts in terms of handling and responsiveness on the road. Guangzhou ...
Source: China Car Times | 2 Sep 2010 | 9:43 am
Guangzhou Auto’s first passenger car to launch soon
Guangzhou Auto, like Beijing Auto, have been left behind in the State Owned Automakers great race to develop strong self developed brands for the Chinese market and beyond. Guangzhou Auto recently bought in Alfa-Romeo platforms and engines, on which to build its own cars, which will give them an impressive leap over their counterparts in terms of handling and responsiveness on the road. Guangzhou ...
Source: China Car Times | 2 Sep 2010 | 9:43 am
First Jury for the Prize of the Nationalgalerie 2011 has been nominated. Announcement of the nominated artists on October 6, 2010 at BMW Kurfürstendamm.
Berlin. Mechthild Holter (founder of the agency, ”players”), Dr. Gregor Jansen (director, Kunsthalle Düsseldorf), Burghart Klaußner (actor and director), Chus Martínez (senior curator, Macba – Museu d’art Contemporani de Barcelona), Dr. Christiane Meyer-Stoll (curator and keeper, Kunstmuseum Liechtenstein), Dr. Matthias Mühling (head of collections and curator, Lenbachhaus Munich) and ...
Source: BMW Group PressClub Global | 2 Sep 2010 | 5:44 am
Ford smaller Fiesta based SUV spied
Here is the proof that Ford is working on a little brother to the Kuga. These photos show the first mule if a Fiesta based little off roader. While to body is still wearing most of the Fiesta looks, the front end is already the right one ensure that the test data will be the [...] ...
Source: Car Spy Photos | 2 Sep 2010 | 4:17 am
The return of real Japanese innovation
Last week I spent two days in Berlin with Mazda getting an intensely detailed low down on the mechanical building blocks that will underpin the vast majority of its future models. We even managed to spend two hours sampling Mazda’s new engines and transmissions on the German roads, which were bolted into an early version of Mazda’s clever new platform.And yesterday I returned from an intense b ...
Source: Confidential | 2 Sep 2010 | 4:01 am
Samsung may have reason to fear LG LEX8 and LEX9
Since the onslaught of 3D LED TVs began hitting the market, Samsung has been at the cutting edge of the 3D trend. In fact, seldom has Samsung not been either the leader or key competitor of the... This is a summary only, read the whole article on TaintedGreen.com ...
Source: Tainted Green - Unearthing the Truth About Green | 1 Sep 2010 | 10:42 pm
VIDEO: Edmunds.com Analysts Discuss Sales Stuck in First Gear
Edmunds.com analysts Karl Brauer, Jessica Caldwell, Ivan Drury and Michelle Krebs recap August sales, discussing the long hangover of last summer's Cash for Clunkers, Ford's overtaking of Toyota, Hyundai's momentum and the surge in big SUV sales. They also give a glimpse of the rest of 2010 that looks to be stuck in first gear. ...
Source: Auto Observer | 1 Sep 2010 | 9:55 pm
Chevy's New Cruze Needs a Hard Sell
Some big questions are being asked of the Chevrolet Cruze compact, which is just about hit the market. First, will its conservative styling draw showroom traffic? Will GM's new marketing minds--namely new marketing Vice President Joel Ewanick and his hand-picked Chevrolet marketing chief Chris Perry, both Hyundai veterans--come up with a way to get consumers interested in this car and the Chevy br ...
Source: Automotive Blog - BusinessWeek | 1 Sep 2010 | 5:38 pm
August 2010 Year-to-Date Top 10 Pickup Truck Sales
Check out August 2010's numbers for the top 10 pickup trucks sold year-to-date in the U.S.
Source: PickupTrucks: News | 1 Sep 2010 | 3:35 pm
Honda Automobiles: Honda Begins Production of 2011 Odyssey Minivan in Alabama
Honda marked the start of production of the all-new, Alabama-built 2011 Honda Odyssey minivan today with an end-of-the-line celebration that included participation by more than 1,200 associates at Honda Manufacturing of Alabama (HMA). The Odyssey minivan has been the top-selling minivan in the U.S. for the past two years and is considered the benchmark vehicle in the minivan class. The completely- ...
Source: Hondanews Online Newsroom | 31 Aug 2010 | 5:15 pm
2012 VW Lupo and its Skoda twin spied
Today we can show you some photos of the mini twins from Volkswagen and Skoda. Sharing the same base, these two will only differ in smaller styling details. At least for a start, since the Lupo (Volkswagen version) will also be available as a fully electric version later on. Even if these prototypes are wearing [...] ...
Source: Car Spy Photos | 31 Aug 2010 | 10:51 am
2011 Kia Rio UB spy shots
Here are the very-first spy shots of the all-new 2011 Kia Rio, codenamed UB! It’s been a long, long wait, but it’s over now! The very-first prototype of next-generation Kia Rio sedan has finally stepped out in public for the first time and Sonytone.com spies were on hand to capture the moment. Codenamed UB, the prototype of [...] ...
Source: Kia-World Blog :: 2011 Kia cars: Soul, Forte Koup, Sorento, Optima, Sportage, Pro_cee'd, Venga, Rio, Cadenza, Sedona, Borrego, Rondo | 31 Aug 2010 | 10:14 am
Photo of the Day: Chevy El Camino
Today’s photo comes from Rudy Malmquist. Be sure to look at all of Rudy Malmquist’s photos and our other albums. And if you would like to recommend your favorite photo with a GM car or truck in it, put it up on Flickr and tag it with “gmfyi.” ...
Source: GM FastLane | 30 Aug 2010 | 4:49 pm
2011 Hyundai Genesis luxury sedan gets 10 more horsepower and standard Technology Package
The 2011 Hyundai Genesis luxury sedan receives standard Technology Package and 10 more horsepower for new model year. Hyundai announced it has added more content and a 10 more ponies to its Genesis premium sedan. The 2011 Hyundai Genesis, equipped with 4.6L V8 engine, now packs 385 horsepower on premium unleaded fuel (or 378 on regular [...] ...
Source: Hyundai Cars Blog :: 2011 Hyundai models, new Sonata, Tucson SUV, dealerships, spy shots, reviews, sales... | 30 Aug 2010 | 2:03 pm
Details on new Hyundai Accent, Veloster and Elantra emerge on web
Hyundai reveals its year-end and early 2011 plans: three new compact cars include the all-new Accent, Veloster and Elantra sedan. With the introduction of three new models within the next few months, Hyundai wants to bring more first time buyers to the brand and become the third largest Asian automaker on the U.S. soil. Currently, the [...] ...
Source: Hyundai Cars Blog :: 2011 Hyundai models, new Sonata, Tucson SUV, dealerships, spy shots, reviews, sales... | 30 Aug 2010 | 11:41 am
Suzuki Swift delayed intro in USA
Small cars continue their assault on the U.S. market with consumers clamoring for hot new models like the Ford Fiesta. One of the more eagerly anticipated models is the return of the Suzuki Swift. The spunky compact was scheduled to arrive this fall, but now Automotive News is reporting in its Monday edition that Suzuki is taking more time to think about it. It is not an engineer ...
Source: michael sheena's feed | 28 Aug 2010 | 12:03 pm
Autoline #1428: Listening Booth: 2010 - Part 2
Listening Booth: 2010 - Part 2 With a nod to our inspiration, musician Marc Cohn's new release "Listening Booth: 1970," in Autoline's 2010 version last week, our focus wasn't on forty-year-old songs, but rather a fresh look at Ford's recent comeback. And that look came from the eyes of someone who has watched it up close -- the company's Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer, Lewis ...
Source: Autoline Detroit - Audio | 27 Aug 2010 | 4:10 pm
Update: Jeff Pulver’s #140conf Roadtrip
This week, we’ve been following along with Jeff Pulver, as he makes his way in a Buick Enclave all the way from Cleveland, through the Midwest, to Detroit on a roadtrip to drum up interest in the #140conf in Detroit in October. Now on its fifth day, the trip has taken Jeff and his posse [...] ...
Source: GM FastLane | 26 Aug 2010 | 4:12 pm
#140Conf Update: Jeff Pulver’s Letter From the Road
On Sunday, I left New York City and flew to Cleveland where the #140Conf Road Trip originated and where I joined Alan Weinkrantz and Mo Krochmal, who are also part of the #140conf Road Trip team. Special thanks to Buick, Kodak, Doubletree Hotels, Sprint, Glaseau and Waav for their support and sponsorship of this journey through [...] ...
Source: GM FastLane | 25 Aug 2010 | 1:33 pm
Help Kia owner raise money for cancer research
This is a guest post from our daily reader Rob Woodward from Canada. You might know him as an owner of Reptile Kia Soul. Thank you to Kia-World blog for allowing my team and I to get our message out, and for the donation we received from Kia-World.net towards our goal. If you are [...] ...
Source: Kia-World Blog :: 2011 Kia cars: Soul, Forte Koup, Sorento, Optima, Sportage, Pro_cee'd, Venga, Rio, Cadenza, Sedona, Borrego, Rondo | 25 Aug 2010 | 12:09 pm
Autoline #1427: Listening Booth: 2010
Listening Booth: 2010 Putting a new twist on "the classics" is suddenly chic and popular. Just ask musician Marc Cohn whose new recording, "Listening Booth: 1970" -- a collection of songs from that year -- is a hit on Billboard. Who would've thought re-creating 40-year-old songs like "Wild World" from Cat Stevens, The Grateful Dead's "New Speedway Boogie" or "Make It With You" by Bread of all gro ...
Source: Autoline Detroit - Audio | 20 Aug 2010 | 1:50 pm
Range-extenders are the future
One of the most fascinating experiences I have had recently was a two-day technical mega-brief on BMW’s upcoming Megacity Vehicle.However, even though the first MCVs will be pure electric cars, it will be the ‘range-extender’ version (probably powered by a 1-litre, two-cylinder, engine/generator) that will be the real ground breaking model.I have become convinced that the future for ultra-lo ...
Source: Confidential | 20 Aug 2010 | 4:41 am
Renault's big plans are shrinking
A report yesterday by the Bloomberg news agency did a very good job of revealing the uncomfortable jam that Renault has got itself into over the last decade.It’s attempts to clamber out of the mainstream have not only crashed and burned, it seems be inadvertently succeeding at the budget end of the new car market.At the turn of the century, Renault triggered its plan to move its image away from ...
Source: Confidential | 18 Aug 2010 | 5:59 am
LA Design Challenge 2010 announced
LA Design Challenge 2010 announced ...
Source: Car Design News - News | 18 Aug 2010 | 5:57 am
Ford crossover takes Edge in sales
Ford Motor Company announced today that its Ford Edge crossover has sold over 400,000 copies since its introduction. Ford claims that no other midsize crossover has achieved such a lofty number. The Edge first arrived in 2006 and over the past four years has seen the segment grow in both size and competition. “Edge competes in one of the fastest-growing and most fiercely competit ...
Source: michael sheena's feed | 17 Aug 2010 | 2:51 pm
Win a car! Sweepstakes are a hit on Facebook
Mazda Driverville sweepstakes on Facebook (courtesy: mazda)Everybody likes a good sweepstakes and car manufacturers are taking to Facebook to give loyalists a chance to win.Ford took to the social media site to tease the public about its forthcoming 2011 Ford Explorer crossover utility. You can visit the Explorer Facebook page to win a new 2011 Ford Explorer XLT for yourself.Nissan is also t ...
Source: michael sheena's feed | 14 Aug 2010 | 1:28 pm
Who's Where: John Puskar and Liz Wetzel appointed to new roles at GM Design
Who's Where: John Puskar and Liz Wetzel appointed to new roles at GM Design ...
Source: Car Design News - News | 10 Aug 2010 | 7:27 am
Jason Castriota to head Saab Design
Jason Castriota to head Saab Design ...
Source: Car Design News - News | 9 Aug 2010 | 8:37 am
With Little Fanfare Comes the Transit Connect EV from Ford
With all the hype surrounding the pending launch of the Chevrolet Volt and Nissan Leaf electric cars, Ford's Transit Connect EV has gone almost unnoticed. It's easy to see why. When the van goes on sale later this year, it will sell primarily to commercial fleets. In the car business, there are few things less sexy than commercial vans. Still, Ford and Azure Dynamics, the company that engineere ...
Source: Automotive Blog - BusinessWeek | 6 Aug 2010 | 5:55 pm
Doing the Math on Obama's Detroit Bailout
President Obama served up red meat for his hard-core supporters in Detroit yesterday, proclaiming that the government's bailout of General Motors and Chrysler to be a success. Had he not intervened and invested in the two companies, Obama said, they would have fallen into liquidation and 1.1 million jobs would have evaporated. In the past year, the auto industry has regained 55,000 of the 334,000 ...
Source: Automotive Blog - BusinessWeek | 2 Aug 2010 | 12:22 pm
Autoline #1426: Autolineian
Autolineian Analysis always seems more important when it has a name attached to it. Take the world of psychology for instance. Sigmund Freud's surname established the famous 'Freudian' school of psychoanalysis while his contemporary Carl Jung gave us the 'Jungian' version. Two names that have stood the test of time when it comes to branding analysis. So when it comes to the automotive world is it ...
Source: Autoline Detroit - Audio | 23 Jul 2010 | 2:06 pm
Photo of the Day: Opel Insignia
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Source: Driving Conversations | 17 May 2010 | 4:36 pm
Photo of the Day: Opel Insignia
Today's photo comes from Goran Aničić. Submit your own photos to Flickr, tag it with "drivingconversations," and maybe your picture will be our "Photo of the Day." ...
Source: Driving Conversations | 17 May 2010 | 4:36 pm
Photo of the Day: Opel Meriva
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Source: Driving Conversations | 13 May 2010 | 3:18 pm
Photo of the Day: Opel Meriva
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Source: Driving Conversations | 13 May 2010 | 3:18 pm
Photo of the Day: Opel Astra
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Source: Driving Conversations | 11 May 2010 | 3:27 pm
Photo of the Day: Opel Astra
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Source: Driving Conversations | 11 May 2010 | 3:27 pm
Beijing Motor Show 2010
With the Chinese market yet again posting massive year on year growth, Auto China 2010 demonstrated the importance of the Asian market to not only the multitude of domestic manufacturers but also global players like Mercedes-Benz, Ford, Chevrolet, BMW and Ferrari. Ford chose the show to surprise us with the Start concept, Mercedes unveiled its Shooting Break concept - a precursor to the next gener ...
Source: Car Design News - Auto Shows | 23 Apr 2010 | 6:31 pm
Production and Sales of 'Camry Hybrid' Begin in China
Toyota Motor Corporation (TMC) announces that today GAC Toyota Motor Co., Ltd. (GTMC), TMC's joint vehicle-production and sales company with Guangzhou Automobile Group Co., Ltd. (Guangzhou Automobile) in China, held a ceremony and press conference in Guangzhou, Guangdong, to mark the beginning of production and sales of the "Camry Hybrid" sedan.
Source: TOYOTA MOTOR CORPORATION GLOBAL SITE | 11 Apr 2010 | 11:00 am
TMC's Production and Sales JV in Pakistan Turns 20
Tokyo-TOYOTA MOTOR CORPORATION (TMC) announces that Indus Motor Company Limited, TMC's joint-venture production and sales company with House of Habib, held a ceremony today at its plant in Karachi, Pakistan to mark the company's recent 20th anniversary.
Source: TOYOTA MOTOR CORPORATION GLOBAL SITE | 5 Apr 2010 | 11:00 am
2011 Kia Forte 5-Door Hatchback Revealed in New York
Kia Motors America has introduced the all-new 2011 Forte 5-door hatch at the 2010 New York International Auto Show.
Source: Worldcarfans: New York Auto Show | 2 Apr 2010 | 7:00 pm
Kia Optima Details Released in New York
We have details and photos of the new 2011 Kia Optima, soon to be offered in the U.S. as either a turbo or a hybrid. Find out more inside.
Source: Worldcarfans: New York Auto Show | 2 Apr 2010 | 5:30 pm
Hyundai Equus Unveiled in New York
Hyundai has unveiled the 2011 Equus at the New York Auto Show. It is powered by a 4.6-liter V8 with 385 hp (287 kW / 390 PS) and 333 lb-ft (451 Nm) of torque.
Source: Worldcarfans: New York Auto Show | 2 Apr 2010 | 2:30 pm
On Completion of Production at NUMMI
On April 1, 2010 at 9:21 a.m. (U.S. Pacific Daylight Time), the last Corolla rolled off the production line at NUMMI, marking the end of vehicle production at the plant, which spanned 25 years.
Source: TOYOTA MOTOR CORPORATION GLOBAL SITE | 1 Apr 2010 | 11:00 am
New York Auto Show 2010
Traditionally a showcase for new luxury and sports cars, the 2010 New York auto show opened its doors to the press preview days. Highlights of this year's show include the Kia Optima/Magentis, the updated Mercedes R Class and the all-new Infiniti QX56. Honda also revealed its US market Acura TSX wagon (a European Accord), the Cadillac CTS-V wagon made its debut, Subaru added a Sport model ...
Source: Car Design News - Auto Shows | 1 Apr 2010 | 8:06 am
Los Angeles Auto Show 2009
The 2009 Los Angeles Auto Show has opened its doors to the press preview days. Showcasing an array of new products from Honda, Toyota, Volkswagen and GM's Cadillac division, North America's largest car market is the venue for approximately 30 vehicles making their World and North American debuts. As the first major North American auto show of the season, it will deliver a preview of how th ...
Source: Car Design News - Auto Shows | 16 Mar 2010 | 9:18 am
Comprehensive Analysis Raises Concern About Professor's U.S. Congressional Testimony, ABC News Segment
TOYOTA MOTOR CORPORATION (TMC) announces U.S. sales subsidiary Toyota Motor Sales U.S.A., Inc. replicated on March 8 (in the U.S.) a recent demonstration of an "unintended acceleration" event by Professor David Gilbert of Southern Illinois University of the United States.
Source: TOYOTA MOTOR CORPORATION GLOBAL SITE | 8 Mar 2010 | 10:00 am
Prepared Testimony of Yoshimi Inaba President and COO, Toyota Motor North America (TMA) and Chairman and CEO of Toyota Motor Sales Senate Committee on Commerce, Science and Transportation
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Source: TOYOTA MOTOR CORPORATION GLOBAL SITE | 1 Mar 2010 | 10:00 am
Prepared Testimony of Shinichi Sasaki Executive Vice President, Toyota Motor Corporation Senate Committee on Commerce, Science and Transportation
Prepared Testimony of Shinichi Sasaki Executive Vice President, Toyota Motor Corporation Senate Committee on Commerce, Science and Transportation ...
Source: TOYOTA MOTOR CORPORATION GLOBAL SITE | 1 Mar 2010 | 10:00 am
Chrysler: Innovations 'R' Us
The Little Private Car Company that Could outlines its technological future ...
Source: Motor Trend News RSS | 24 Mar 2008 | 8:00 am
Tuners: Specter Werkes/Sports Corvette C6 GTR
SWS is readying a new C6-based GTR for a spring launch, and it'll again feature completely new bodywork (excepting the greenhouse and roof) with a range of optional engine, brake, and interior upgrades.
Source: Motor Trend News RSS | 8 Feb 2008 | 7:00 pm
Subtle Changes: 2009 Mercedes-Benz SLK55 AMG
Like its less powerful SLK siblings, the 2009 Mercedes-Benz SLK55 AMG is newly refined with a number of changes more apparent from the driver's seat than from a visual standpoint.
Source: Motor Trend News RSS | 27 Dec 2007 | 2:00 pm
இனிப்பும் கசப்பும்
இன்று நவம்பர் 14. குழந்தைகள் தினம். இந்த இளந்தளிர்களின் தினத்தைக் கொண்டாடும் அதே வேளையில் இன்னொன்றையும் நினைவுகூர வேண்டும். இன்று 'உலக சர்க்கரை குறை ...
Source: தென்றல் | 14 Nov 2003 | 9:37 am
இப்படியும் இருக்கு
நான் அமீரகத்திற்கு வந்த புதிது. ஒரு மின்னணு சாதனங்கள் செப்பனிடும் தொழிற்கூடத்தில் மேலாளராகச் சேர்ந்திருந்தேன். எங்கள் தொழிற்கூடத்தில் எல்லா வகைய ...
Source: தென்றல் | 5 Nov 2003 | 1:16 pm
கண்ணுக்குள் கண்ணாடி
நேற்று தொலைக்காட்சி பார்த்துக் கொண்டிருந்தபோது கிடைத்த ஒரு தகவல் என்னை ஆச்சரியத்தில் ஆழ்த்தியதோடல்லாமல் ஆனந்ததையும் அளித்தது. தடித்த கண்ணாடிகள ...
Source: தென்றல் | 20 Oct 2003 | 3:06 am
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Oakley Design starts with testing the Ferrari 458 Italia
Oakley Design is the first tuner which got its hands on the Ferrari 458 Italia. The only thing we have shown you are the photoshops. Meanwhile, they started testing the car and we received the first pictures from Oakley Design. During the process we will keep you up to date of the latest progress.
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What Car Should I Buy?:
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Photoshoot: Ferrari 430 Scuderia
Some time ago you could enjoy a nice selection of a Lamborghini Murciélago LP670-4 Super Veloce. The lighter and purest version of the Murciélago. Today we have another awesome photoshoot. This time with one of his biggest competitors, the Ferrari 430 Scuderia. Thanks to a carbon fiber diet, the car lost a whopping 100 kilos of his weight.
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Photoshoot: Jaguar XFR
A while ago, we were at the beautiful circuit of Zolder in Belgium to meet an old friend. After enjoying all the beautiful cars that were driving that day, we met his new addition! A beautiful Jaguar XFR with custom brakes and a standard exhaust system. Meanwhile it was lunch time and that means that there is motor silence on Circuit Zolder. Something that you can’t say about this Jaguar! “Tak ...
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