Toyota to Increase Highlander Output, Including Hybrid and Exports, in Indiana
Feb 8, 2012
ERLANGER, Ky. (Feb. 8, 2012) â Toyota will increase production of the Highlander mid-size SUV in late 2013 at the companyâs Princeton, Ind. plant. Hybrid and export versions will be included. ... Continue reading
Midwest Automotive Media Association Names Volkswagen Passat 2012 Family Vehicle of the Year +VIDEO
Feb 8, 2012
Chicago, Illinois February 8, 2011; The Midwest Automotive Media Association announced today that the 2012 Volkswagen Passat has been named the winner of its second annual Family Vehicle of the Year award. The Midwest Automotive Media Association (MAMA), a nonprofit group of automotive journalists and public relations ... Continue reading
Nissan NV200 Compact Cargo Van Offers a Large Cargo Space Within a Small Footprint +VIDEO
Feb 8, 2012
The all-new Nissan NV200 Compact Cargo Van, which makes its North American debut at the 2012 Chicago Auto Show, is set to join the growing lineup of Nissan Commercial Vehicles in early 2013 at 300 Nissan Commercial Vehicle dealerships nationwide. The NV200 follows the full-size Nissan NV Cargo, introduced in spring 201 ... Continue reading
New 2013 Ford Shelby GT500 Convertible Roars into Chicago Auto Show +VIDEO
Feb 8, 2012
New Ford Shelby GT500 convertible makes its debut at the Chicago Auto Show, serving as the celebratory vehicle of the 20th anniversary of Fordâs Special Vehicle Team (SVT) The newest Shelby GT500 convertible with the optional Performance Package is nearly 3.5 seconds faster than the outgoing model at Sebring Inter ... Continue reading
Kia Reveals Track'ster Concept Car at 2012 Chicago Auto Show +VIDEO
Feb 8, 2012
CHICAGO, Feb. 8, 2012 -- What happens when a dream becomes reality? In the case of the Kia Track'ster concept unveiled at today's Chicago Auto Show, car enthusiasts begin to salivate. Amid the driving rhythm of heavy-metal music, smoke and blinding lights, Kia Motors America (KMA) took the wraps off a performance-orien ... Continue reading
Kia Announces Production Schedule for New Optima SX Limited at the 2012 Chicago Auto Show
Feb 8, 2012
The ultra-popular midsize Kia Optima sedan again turned heads today at the Chicago Auto Show when Kia Motors America (KMA) revealed production plans for a new range-topping Limited. The Limited, which will begin production at Kia's U.S. manufacturing plant in West Point, Georgia[1] later this month, builds on the Optim ... Continue reading
Audi Named Best Luxury Brand for Total Cost of Ownership by Kelley Blue Book
Feb 8, 2012
Audi today announced that it is the recipient of three inaugural Total Cost of Ownership awardsfrom Kelley Blue Book's, including Best Luxury Brand overall. The 2012 Total Cost of Ownership Awards honors the vehicles and brands with the projected lowest average Total Cost of Ownership during the initial five-year owner ... Continue reading
Honda Delivers 2013 Fit EV to Google and Stanford University
Feb 8, 2012
Honda recently delivered 2013 Fit EV battery-electric vehicles to Google Inc. and Stanford University as a part of the Honda Electric Vehicle Demonstration Program. Along with the city of Torrance, Calif., each participant is now conducting general testing as well as providing specific feedback related to the future in ... Continue reading
Walter P. Chrysler Museum Launches New Web Site
Feb 8, 2012
The nonprofit Walter P. Chrysler Museum, in Auburn Hills, Mich., has launched a bold, new Web site at www.wpchryslermuseum.org. The site features significantly improved navigation, beginning with home page tabs and links from which all Museum programs, exhibitions and events, as well as Chrysler's rich heritage, are di ... Continue reading
New 2013 Ford Shelby GT500 Convertible Helps SVT Mark Its 20th Anniversary
Feb 8, 2012
New Ford Shelby GT500 convertible makes its debut at the Chicago Auto Show, serving as the celebratory vehicle of the 20th anniversary of Ford's Special Vehicle Team (SVT) The newest Shelby GT500 convertible with the optional Performance Package is nearly 3.5 seconds faster than the outgoing model at Sebring Internatio ... Continue reading
2013 GMC Acadia Three-Row Crossover Unveiled at Chicago Auto Show +VIDEO
Feb 8, 2012
New exterior design highlighted by signature LED lighting Refined interior with soft-touch materials, accent stitching and ambient lighting Rear vision camera standard; industry-exclusive front center air bag available CHICAGO - February 8, 2012: GMC today unveiled the new 2013 Acadia and Acadia Denali at the Chicago A ... Continue reading
Hyundai Elantra GT Makes North American Debut at 2012 Chicago Auto Show +VIDEO
Feb 8, 2012
CHICAGO, Feb. 8, 2012 -- Hyundai Motor America today introduced the all-new 2013 Elantra GT in a North American debut at the Chicago Auto Show. Elantra GT brings five-door functionality and European driving dynamics to the expanding Elantra lineup and is slated to hit dealerships this summer. The lineup now includes El ... Continue reading
Kelley Blue Book Announces Inaugural Total Cost of Ownership
Feb 8, 2012
COMPARE: Total Cost of Ownership SEE ALSO:Kelley Blue Book Can Make Buyers Blue and The Dealer Green (With Your Cash) Top 2012 Models, Brands Honored for Lowest Projected Costs during Initial Five-Year Ownership Period IRVINE, Calif., Feb. 8, 2012 -- Kelley Blue Book, www.kbb.com, the leading provider of new and used v ... Continue reading
GMC Press Conference at 2012 Chicago Auto Show 10:15AM EST - LIVE VIDEO
Feb 8, 2012
Watch it right here on The Auto Channel CHICAGO - February 8, 2012: The GMC Press Conference will be broadcast live today at 10:15AM New York time, 7:15 Los Angeles time. An archived version of the video presentation will then be available for on-demand playback shortly after the conclusion of the live event. ... Continue reading
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