2014 Chicago Auto Show - The Auto Channel's Purdy And Cannell Wrap-up
Feb 9, 2014
CHICAGO AUTO SHOW 2014 HIGHLIGHTS By Steve Purdy and Thom Cannell TheAutoChannel.com Michigan Bureau lede photo CannellChicagoAuto2014-6062 Chicago February 9, 2014; Your TACh team was all over the Chicago Auto Show this week as a variety of manufacturers made news. Characteristically, here in the Windy City (and it wa ... Continue reading
Nissan Frontier Diesel Runner, 2015 Versa Note SR Debut At 2014 Chicago Auto Show
Feb 7, 2014
Frontier Diesel Runner Powered by Cummins⢠features 2.8-liter Cummins turbo diesel with nearly 200 horsepower, more than 350 lb-ft of torque - Technical study project offers estimated fuel economy increases 35 percent over current Frontier V6 - New 2015 Versa Note SR includes sporty aerodynamic styling, 16-inch sp ... Continue reading
Honda Accord Hybrid A MotorWeek Drivers' Choice Award Winner
Feb 6, 2014
CHICAGO IL., Feb. 6, 2014; Today at the 2014 Chicago Auto Show the EPA-rated 50 mpg1 city Accord Hybrid won a 2014 MotorWeek Drivers' Choice Award for Best Eco-Friendly vehicle. The award honors the 2014 Accord Hybrid for its class-leading combination of value, reliability and innovation. Built at the Honda manufacturi ... Continue reading
Feb 6, 2014
CHICAGO â Nissan today debuted two special vehicles that form the centerpiece for the brand's display at the 2014 Chicago Auto Show â the Frontier Diesel Runner Powered by Cummins and the latest addition to the popular Nissan Versa Note lineup, the sporty new 2015 Versa Note SRel engine and plot a potential f ... Continue reading
SRT Brand Debuts New 2014 Satin Vapor Editions at Chicago Auto Show
Feb 6, 2014
AUBURN HILLS, Mich., Feb. 6, 2014 -- The Chrysler Group LLC's SRT® (Street and Racing Technology) brand is expanding its 2014 vehicle lineup by offering new Satin Vapor Editions of its Chrysler 300 SRT, Dodge Challenger SRT and Dodge Charger SRT models. ... Continue reading
Cutting-Edge Urban Hybrid Vehicle Shows Off Kia’s Ambitious Vision of a Lifestyle City Car
Feb 6, 2014
Niroâs B-segment design is futuristic, upscale and performance-inspired Hybrid electric drive intended to give Niro four-wheel drive capabilities when needed Kiaâs dramatic and modern Niro urban lifestyle concept vehicle, which was unveiled last September at the Frankfurt Motor Show, today made its U.S. debut ... Continue reading
2014 Chicago Auto Show - MAMA Breakfast Toyota's Bob Carter Keynote
Feb 6, 2014
Midwest Automotive Media Association Thursday, February 6, 2014 Chicago, IL Bob Carter, Senior Vice President, Automotive Operations, Toyota Motor Sales, U.S.A., Inc. _________________ Thank you, Kirk⦠and good morning everyone. Itâs great to be back here. I was based in Chicago from 1983 to 1990, working as ... Continue reading
2014 Chevrolet Impala Named MAMA Family Car Of The Year At Chicago Auto Show
Feb 6, 2014
Chicago February 6, 2014; The completely redesigned 2014 Chevrolet Impala was named MAMA Family Car of The Year. The Impala impressed MAMAâs journalist members with its design, ride and features. Some of the criteria that must be met to be eligible for the award are; MSRP of under $50,000 and the vehicle must have ... Continue reading
Kia's First Mass Market Electric Vehicle Makes World Debut in the Windy City
Feb 6, 2014
New 2015 Kia Soul EV offers an expected 80-100 miles of range State-of-the-art 27kWh lithium polymer battery has 200 Wh/kg energy density EV-specific version of UVO eServices1 includes downloadable apps, EV charger locations and more Set to the sounds of soulful electrified blues music, Kia Motors America (KMA) toda ... Continue reading
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