Feb 7, 2013
Hyundai and Rhys Millen Racing (RMR) today announced the selection of veteran Pikes Peak racer Paul Dallenbach to race in the 2013 Pikes Peak International Hill Climb (PPIHC) Time Attack 2WD class. Dallenbach will drive the same production-based Genesis Coupe that set last year's all-time world record with Rhys Millen ... Continue reading
Experian Automotive analysis shows impact of a $1 gas price increase
Feb 7, 2013
Experian Automotive today released findings from a study on the impact of rising fuel prices on various vehicle segments over a five-year period. The research showed that there was a direct correlation between fluctuations in gas prices and changes in market share for different types of vehicle sales. Not surprisingly, ... Continue reading
2013 Chicago Auto Show : Kia Unveils New Cross GT Concept
Feb 7, 2013
KIA UNVEILS STUNNING NEW CROSS GT CONCEPT CUV AT 2013 CHICAGO AUTO SHOW Combining the Beauty and Elegance of the GT Concept with the Functionality of a Crossover Inspired by the power of nature while pushing the boundaries of technology Cross GT takes Kia design in a bold new direction that hints at the future of the b ... Continue reading
Morgan remains a mainstay on Lucas Oil/MAVTV team heading into 2013
Feb 7, 2013
CORONA, Calif. (Feb. 7) - Fresh of his Top 10 season in 2012, Pro Stock driver Larry Morgan will be once again entering the NHRA Mello Yello Drag Racing Series with the colors of Lucas Oil and MAVTV on his Ford Mustang. "I can't tell you how excited we are," Morgan said. "I've been racing a lot of years, and Forrest an ... Continue reading
Demeny Racing All Fired Up over E3 Spark Plugs
Feb 7, 2013
Hbrams, WI (February 7, 2013) - A few weeks ago, Don Demeny was ahead of schedule with his off-season rebuild of his #885 RAM powered Super Stock Truck, and just about to install the new power plant when his latest sponsor called. Now thanks to the team's latest partner, E3 Spark Plugs, the Nsight Cellcom Mickey Thomps ... Continue reading
2014 BMW 3 Series Gran Turismo Details
Feb 6, 2013
Innovative vehicle concept comes to the 3 Series Line-up Woodcliff Lake, NJ â February 6, 2013 6:05 pm EST/3:05 pm PST ⦠The all-new BMW 3 Series Gran Turismo adds an innovative new concept to the BMW 3 Series line-up. The BMW 3 Series Gran Turismo is, first and foremost, a driverâs car which combines th ... Continue reading
2013 World Car Awards - The Countdown Has Begun
Feb 6, 2013
By Henny Hemmes 2013 WCA Jurist Senior European Editor, The Auto Channel THE HAGUE, February 7, 2013; After being appointed a juror for the World Car Awards, last October, I could drive some more models that would be up on the list of nominated cars. A very long list indeed, that makes you realize how active the car ma ... Continue reading
Big Game Advertisers Drove SOCIAL BUZZ on Cars.Com (Is That Something To Be Proud Of SNIDE Asks?)
Feb 6, 2013
During Sunday's Big Game, automakers accounted for nearly 20 percent of all commercials. Cars.com listened to online chatter to make the call: Which auto advertiser drove away as MVP of social media? In addition to tracking social buzz, Cars.com also looked at which auto ads prompted car shoppers to search for more inf ... Continue reading
2014 BMW 3 Series GT - First Look By Henny Hemmes
Feb 6, 2013
By Henny Hemmes Senior European Editor The Auto Channel MUNICH/THE HAGUE, January 6, 2013. In less than 4 weeks, BMW will unveil the 3 Series GT, or in BMW-terms the F34. It was only a question of time for a Gran Turismo to be added to the 3 Series. A couple of years ago, CEO Norbert Reithofer said that the company was ... Continue reading
Last race before break has GEICO Honda 250SX West pros anxious for success
Feb 6, 2013
Having trouble viewing this email? Click here SAN DIEGO (Feb. 5) - Saturday's Monster Energy AMA Supercross event at Qualcomm Stadium is the last one before the 250SX West pros take a two-month break, and GEICO Honda riders Eli Tomac and Zach Osborne are looking to make a statement by regaining ground in the championsh ... Continue reading
NADA Spotlights Convention Speaker: Hyundai CEO John Krafcik
Feb 5, 2013
In an interview with NADAFrontPage.com, John Krafcik, president and CEO of Hyundai Motor America, discusses what he values most about attending the National Automobile Dealers Association Convention and Expo, working with dealers to improve customer satisfaction and enhancing its brand image. Krafcik will deliver an in ... Continue reading
2014 Mazda6 First Drive Launch Review By Larry Nutson
Feb 5, 2013
The All-new 2014 Mazda6 First drive road report By Larry Nutson Senior Editor, New York Bureau The Auto Channel (DSC_1648) Last year when I first saw photos of the all-new Mazda6 in various on-line news releases I was immediately impressed and attracted by its refreshing new exterior design. The "Soul of Motion" KODO d ... Continue reading
Hey Mac What's Up? - New Car Distribution Looms as NADA Meeting Issue
Feb 5, 2013
By Mac Gordon Senior Editor at large Michigan Bureau The Auto Channel Is the growing dependency of the domestic Big Three on Europe a hurdle or a mudhole for North American dealers. This issue is likely to be raised as a critical problem at the NADA convention meetings in mid-February. U.S. dealers are voicing concerns ... Continue reading
2013 Cadillac SRX Rocky Mountain Review By Dan Poler
Feb 5, 2013
By Dan Poler Rocky Mountain Bureau The Auto Channel The 2013 SRX represents the best-selling model in Cadillacâs lineup and received its last significant redesign in 2010. New for 2013 are a host of interior features, mostly designed around Cadillacâs User Experience (CUE) infotainment setup. We recently spen ... Continue reading
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