News By Topic: Women And Cars

All-New 2013 Mazda CX-5 Offers Best Highway Fuel Mileage of Any SUV Sold in United States

Jan 9, 2012

Mazda North American Operations (MNAO) today announced official fuel economy figures for the all-new 2013 CX-5 compact SUV, as rated by the United States Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), with highway mileage of some models as high as 35 miles per gallon (mpg). As expected, Mazda's first vehicle fully engrained wi ... Continue reading

Consumers Want Cars Equipped With More Safety Devices and Technology That Offers Driver Assistance and Advanced Communications, Accenture Study Shows

Jan 9, 2012

NEW YORK--While most consumers continue to place great importance on automotive safety systems, there is also growing demand for automated driver-assistance and traffic-avoidance technologies, according to a new global study by Accenture. “The key challenge for automakers will be keeping pace with the ever-changin ... Continue reading

Mercedes-Benz Hosts Jazzy Pre-Auto Show Party and SL Reveal in Detroit +VIDEO

Jan 9, 2012

DETROIT - January 9, 2012: Mercedes-Benz presented their "special" new 6th generation SL Roadster last night on the eve of the 2012 North American International Auto Show. Although the presentation was styled as a somewhat belated New Year's reception for journalists and other invited guests the occasion was really int ... Continue reading

Hyundai to Present Major Genesis Refresh for 2013 at Detroit Auto Show

Jan 9, 2012

By Thom Cannell Sr. Editor DETROIT - January 9, 2012: Today Hyundai is introducing a major refresh to the hot-selling Genesis Coupe and expanding the lineup to appeal to any coupe buyer. Thus, they draw a bead at not only Camaro and Mustang, but Infiniti G37 and Nissan’s 370Z, perhaps even BMW's 1 Series. Most not ... Continue reading

Volvo to Reveal New XC60 Plug-In Hybrid Concept at 2012 Detroit Auto Show +VIDEO

Jan 9, 2012

By Thom Cannell Volvo is unveiling a novel take on its XC60, a vehicle we in the US call a station wagon. Previously available in a base 3.2-AWD, T6 AWD, and T6 AWD R-Design - the later with more power and tighter suspension for the enthusiast family "man" - the XC60 Plug-In Gasoline Hybrid Concept is said to be the fi ... Continue reading

NADA: High Trade-in Values Expected to Boost New-car Sales in 2012

Jan 9, 2012

The auto show season kicks off this week in Detroit with offers of special consumer incentives and rebates on new vehicles. Another factor working in favor of car buyers this year is higher-than-average trade-in values, says Jonathan Banks, executive auto analyst with the NADA Used Car Guide. ... Continue reading

Winners of Dassault Systemes-Sponsored Interactive Design Competition to be Announced at Detroit Auto Show

Jan 9, 2012

Dassault Systemes (Paris:DSY) (Euronext Paris: #13065, DSY.PA), a world leader in 3D and Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) solutions, today announced that the winners of the Car Design News-General Motors (CDN-GM) interactive car design competition, co-sponsored by Dassault Systemes, will be unveiled on Tuesday, Jan. ... Continue reading

Chrysler Group Named Company of the Year at 16th Annual Urban Wheels Awards

Jan 9, 2012

Company honored for demonstrating a commitment to diversity workforce development Recognition expands Company's industry-leading record of fostering diversity and an inclusive work culture A panel of 15 journalists representing multicultural and mainstream media chose Chrysler Group as "Company of the Year" for its lea ... Continue reading

New Ford Fusion Delivers More Technology - Expected to be Triple Crown of Best-in-Class Gas, Hybrid, Plug-In Efficiency +VIDEO

Jan 9, 2012

New Ford Fusion is the first sedan to offer gasoline, hybrid and plug-in hybrid powertrains, each with expected top fuel economy, underscoring Ford's commitment to give customers the power of choice With seven must-have technologies, including a Lane Keeping System, adaptive cruise control, active park assist and MyFor ... Continue reading

Ford Takes Detroit Auto Show Exhibit to New Heights - Literally +VIDEO

Jan 9, 2012

DETROIT - January 8, 2012: The Ford show display at the 2012 North American International Auto Show will give attendees a view from above of what may be in store for the future of in-car vehicle technology. The Ford Living Connected Experience demonstrates how trends will drive future customer in-car technology needs. ... Continue reading

Ford Takes the Wraps Off 2013 Fusion Sedan at 2012 Detroit Auto Show +VIDEO

Jan 9, 2012

Official unveiling this morning at 8AM EST Hello gorgeous! SNEAK PEAK OF FORD’S NEW FUSION SEDAN by Marty Bernstein, Senior Editor at Large It was like a private screening of a new Hollywood movie. Ford had invited a horde of auto journalists from around the country to a suburban hotel in Dearborn, Michigan for a ... Continue reading

2012 Geneva Motor Show Coverage

Jan 9, 2012

Up to the minute coverage of the 2012 Geneva Motor Show ... Continue reading

2012 New York Auto Show Coverage

Jan 9, 2012

Up to the minute coverage of the 2012 New York Auto Show ... Continue reading

2012 North American International Auto Show - 2012 Detroit Auto Show Press Conference Coverage

Jan 9, 2012

2012 Detroit North American International Auto Show Up to the minute Coverage ... Continue reading

Nissan and Daimler to Produce Engines Together in North America +VIDEO

Jan 8, 2012

DETROIT, January 8, 2012 -- In the latest step forward in the collaboration of the Renault-Nissan Alliance and Daimler, Nissan's Decherd, Tenn., plant will build Mercedes-Benz 4-cylinder engines for Infiniti and Mercedes-Benz starting in 2014. Nissan and Daimler will produce Mercedes-Benz 4-cylinder gasoline engines to ... Continue reading