Fabulous Toyota FT-1 Concept is Ready to Drive January 14
It seems the virtual world continues to delight us with experiences not yet available in the real world. Beginning January 14, the stunning Toyota FT-1 concept will be available as a downloadable vehicle for PlayStation®3's Gran Turismo 6 (GT6) real driving simulator. Race fans and the gaming community can experience ... Continue reading
Mopar Products Available at Launch to Customize the All-new 2015 Chrysler 200
Modified 2015 Chrysler 200 on display at the North American International Auto Show (NAIAS) demonstrates how Mopar products can personalize the beautiful all-new mid-size sedan Mopar parts and accessories will be available at launch to complement the exhilarating driving experience of the all-new 2015 Chrysler 200 Mopa ... Continue reading
Advanced Steel Featured On 2014 North American Truck of the Year Winner
The Steel Market Development Institute (SMDI) â a business unit of the American Iron and Steel Institute â is pleased that the record-setting cold weather in Detroit hasn't cooled steel's hot streak, as the 2014 North American Car and Truck/Utility of the Year (NACTOY) truck award winner again features a sign ... Continue reading
Global Automakers Gives a "Thumbs Up" to Newly Introduced Trade Promotion Authority Legislation
The Association of Global Automakers (Global Automakers) applauds the move by a bipartisan, bicameral group of Congressional lawmakers to introduce trade promotion authority (TPA) legislation. ... Continue reading
At the North American International Auto Show (NAIAS) in Detroit, Porsche is introducing two new models to the 911 range: the 911 Targa 4 and 911 Targa 4S. These models are the first to combine the classic Targa concept with cutting edge, innovative roof technology. Just like the legendary original 911 Targa of 1965, t ... Continue reading
Nissan Sport Sedan Concept Caught Before Debut at 2014 NAIAS Detroit Auto Show
Concept most likely previews the 2015 Maxima By Henny Hemmes Senior European Editor The Auto Channel DETROIT - January 13, 2014: Sometimes it is sheer luck. I just walked over to the Nissan stand at the North American International Auto Show in Detroit and the black cloth was drawn from the Sport Sedan Concept. Too ear ... Continue reading
Sales of Natural Gas Trucks and Buses Will Reach Nearly 400,000 by 2022
Driven by the lower cost of natural gas and the lower emissions from natural gas engines, compared to diesel fuel, operators of truck and bus fleets are increasingly shifting to natural gas vehicles. New markets for natural gas vehicles, such as the United States and China, tend to focus on fleet markets, particularly ... Continue reading
Thirty-four million Americans are planning to purchase a vehicle in the next six months and a new report, âDigital Influence on Auto Intenders,â from Interactive Advertising Bureau (IAB) and Prosper Insights finds that these consumers are almost twice as likely to be swayed by auto-focused digital marketing t ... Continue reading
Infiniti Q50 Eau Rouge: Muscular, Purposeful, Refined
Q50 Eau Rouge concept provides a glimpse of Infiniti's design prowess for high-performance vehicles Exterior features Infiniti Red Bull Racing Formula One design influences Q50 Eau Rouge hints at future powerful product line The Infiniti Q50 Eau Rouge, revealed at the 2014 NAIAS Detroit Motor Show, is a concept car tha ... Continue reading
BMW Group Posts Record Sales for 2013
Deliveries Climb 6.4% to 1,963,798 Units New All-time Highs for BMW, MINI and Rolls-Royce Brands BMW Group Expects Further Growth in Sales in 2014 The BMW Group sold more vehicles in 2013 than ever before in the company's history. A total of 1,963,798 BMW, MINI and Rolls-Royce vehicles were delivered worldwide, an incr ... Continue reading
Schaeffler offers a wide range of key technologies for reducing automobiles' fuel consumption and emissions, as well as for improving their energy efficiency. Many of these individual solutions only unveil their full potential when combined as part of a system, which Schaeffler is again highlighting with its current de ... Continue reading
Faurecia (na.faurecia.com) is making its first-ever appearance in connection with the North American International Auto Show in Detroit by exhibiting green, light and personalized innovations during press days Jan. 13-16, with an emphasis on bringing high-end features to midmarket vehicles. Faureciaâs display at t ... Continue reading
2014 Kia Cadenza Named 'International Car Of The Year'
Kia Motors America (KMA) is proud to announce that Road & Travel Magazine (RTM) has named the 2014 Kia Cadenza as the International Car of the Year (ICOTY) at the 2014 North American International Auto Show (NAIAS) in Detroit. The all-new 2014 Cadenza's stunning design combined with premium amenities and impressive val ... Continue reading
General Motors Sweeps 2014 North American Car/Truck of the Year
The Chevrolet Corvette Stingray and Silverado were named the 2014 North American Car and Truck of the Year Monday morning at a news conference at the North American International Auto Show. The winners were chosen by a jury of 49 automotive journalists from the United States and Canada. The awards â now in their 2 ... Continue reading
2015 Canyon Reveal Remarks by Mary Barra and Mark Reuss
MARY BARRA Hello. It's good to have you with us. On behalf of everyone at General Motors I'd like to welcome you to the Motor City and the 2014 North American International Auto Show. I am honored to stand up here tonight and humbled to lead the global GM team. It's a team I'm very proud to be part of⦠a team of m ... Continue reading
All-new 2015 Chrysler 200 Sedan
2015 Chrysler 200 is the industry's first mid-size sedan with a standard nine-speed automatic transmission, which enables expected highway fuel economy ratings of 35 miles per gallon The Chrysler 200 sedan's innovative available all-wheel-drive system is the first to deliver an automatic fully disconnecting rear axle, ... Continue reading
Volkswagen To Build New "Cross Blue" Midsize SUV in North America
By Henny Hemmes Senior European Editor The Auto Channel DETROIT - January 12, 2014: During the Volkswagen Group Night on the eve of the Detroit Auto Show, CEO Dr. Martin Winterkorn announced a $7 billion investment in North America over the next five years. He confirmed that a new 7-seat midsize SUV, the Cross Blue, is ... Continue reading
Independent Report Shows Hyundai Motor Delivering Increased Economic And Social Benefits To Europe
An updated report published by leading European economic consultancy, London Economics, has independently confirmed the increasing contribution of Hyundai Motor to the European economy. ... Continue reading
2013 Proves A Record Breaking Year For Jaguar Land Rover's Award Winning Model Line Up
Jaguar Land Rover, the UK's leading manufacturer of premium luxury vehicles has delivered its strongest ever full year global sales performance thanks to the introduction of a series of multi award winning new vehicles in 2013. ... Continue reading
Lexus IS 300h Rated Best In Class For Safety By Euro NCAP
The new Lexus IS 300h has been declared the best in its class for safety by Euro NCAP ... Continue reading
Caterham Scoops 'Business Of The Year' At Mia Business Excellence Awards
Caterham has been honoured as 'Business of the Year' at the annual MIA (Motorsport Industry Association) Business Excellence Awards, held in Birmingham on the evening of Thursday 9th January 2014. ... Continue reading
All-New Nissan Qashqai Crowned Car of the Year by What Car?
The all-new Nissan Qashqai, the car that redefines the crossover sector, has been honoured with one of the motoring industry's highest accolades - the What Car? Car of the Year Award for 2014. ... Continue reading
Kia Motors showcases future transportation technology at 2014 Consumer Electronics Show
The journey through Nevada's desert, heading toward the bright lights and mega hotels of Las Vegas, can provide its own sense of adventure'a travellers' simultaneous experience of freedom through mobility and the solitude of the open road, a feeling that bonds driver to car and brings into sharp focus the channels of c ... Continue reading
The four newest Nismo Athletes, the winners of Nissan PlayStation GT Academy 2013, along with inaugural winner Lucas Ordonez, stormed to the SP2 class victory at the Dubai 24 Hours on the weekend. ... Continue reading
Euro NCAP names Jeep Cherokee best in class
Leading automotive safety organisation Euro NCAP has named Jeep Cherokee one of only six vehicles with best in class safety. ... Continue reading
Infiniti announces Australian prices for the Q50 sedan
Infiniti today announced Australian prices and model information for the all-new Q50 sports sedan range. ... Continue reading
All-New 2015 GMC Canyon Elevates Midsize Truck Segment
DETROIT â GMC revealed the 2015 Canyon today, an all-new midsize truck that redefines the segment and raises the bar for everything from horsepower and efficiency to quietness and refinement. When it goes on sale this year, the all-new Canyon will give GMC one of the only three-truck lineups in the industry. It is ... Continue reading
GM Leads in auto and transportation patents for 10th consecutive quarter
A patent for an industry-first aluminum welding process used on the 2014 Corvette Stingray is one example of how General Motors is driving more of its inventions into making and equipping cars and trucks on the road. Another industry first â the use of a lightweight shape memory alloy wire instead of a heavier mot ... Continue reading
NADA: Used Vehicle Prices Climb for Fifth Straight Year
Prices up from a year ago, but growth will likely end in 2014 McLEAN, Va.,-- Prices for used cars and light trucks have increased for five straight years, says the NADA Used Car Guide. December closed out 2013 with prices 0.4% higher than in 2012. ... Continue reading
Stryker Green Debuts on 2014 SRT Viper at North American International Auto Show
Latest high-impact, hand-painted, show-car quality exterior color is available across Viper model lineup New 'Grand Touring' package brings standard Nappa leather seats, sophisticated chassis electronics and exclusive paint colors to the Viper's entry price class ... Continue reading
Vice President Biden leads list of public figures to attend NAIAS 2014
As one of the top automotive events in the world, it's no surprise that the North American International Auto Show (NAIAS) continues to attract the attention of public figures from around the world. Since the former "Detroit Auto Show" became the NAIAS in 1989, it's been visited by United Nations delegates, scores of U ... Continue reading
Automotive Industry Is Entering a New Golden Era of Innovation
The global automobile industry is entering a new golden era of innovation and advancement, and the ability to innovate in four key areasâpower train, lightweight materials, connectivity, and active safety and assisted drivingâwill be a major factor in individual carmakers' success in the years ahead, accordin ... Continue reading
Automotive experts give a sneak preview of the cars shoppers can look forward to in the New Year
2014 may only be two weeks old, but automakers are already starting to tempt car shoppers with their offerings for the 2015 model year. All-new versions of several iconic nameplates, a more fuel-efficient version of a popular sedan and a surprising brand new vehicle are among the cars shoppers should keep an eye out fo ... Continue reading
All-New Ford F-150 Redefines Full-Size Trucks as the Toughest, Smartest, Most Capable F-150 Ever
Tougher: All-new high-strength steel frame, high-strength aluminum-alloy body, more than 10 million miles of testing and Baja 1000-proven 2.7-liter EcoBoost® engine Smarter: 11 new class-exclusive features, including 360-degree camera view, integrated loading ramps stowed in the pickup bed, 400-watt power outlets in ... Continue reading
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