2010 Cadillac CTS-V Impresses on the 2010 Bullrun Rally
Aug 24, 2010
By Annabelle Frankl (with a bit of help from her twin, Nicholas) Photos by the authors unless noted Now in its seventh year the Bullrun Rally brings together a unique mix of cars and personalities and takes them on annually-changing routes that criss-cross the USA, in a rolling cavalcade of horsepower, testosterone and ... Continue reading
RoadTrip: 2011 Scion tC Sports Coupe - EXCLUSIVE VIDEO
Aug 23, 2010
The Auto Channel's RoadTrip takes an exclusive look at the new 2011 Scion tC Sports Coupe Show host Mark Fulmer talks with Scion Vice President Jack Hollis and Toyota's Senior Field Product Engineer Ron Ishii. Click PLAY to watch the exclusive video All-New 2011 Scion tC Sports Coupe Covers New Ground Following a succe ... Continue reading
Aug 23, 2010
SARATOGA SPRINGS, N.Y., Aug. 23 Celebrity chef and best-selling author Lidia Bastianich will highlight the 2010 Saratoga Wine & Food and Fall Ferrari Festival presented by the Italian Trade Commission, September 10 - 12. Bastianich joins world-class Italian auto designer Andrea Zagato and Presenting Sponsor, the Italia ... Continue reading
2011 Nissan Murano Features Redesigned Exterior, Refined Interior and New SV Trim Level
Aug 23, 2010
- Early Look Provided Prior to New Murano's Mid-October Availability - FRANKLIN, Tenn., Aug. 23 -- Nissan North America, Inc. (NNA) today released information and photography of the new, refined 2011 Nissan Murano, which is set to go on sale at Nissan dealers nationwide in mid-October. The second generation Nissan Mura ... Continue reading
Famed Fashion Designer Carolina Herrera Receives 'Mercedes-Benz Presents' Title
Aug 23, 2010
NEW YORK, Aug. 23 -- Carolina Herrera, known for her sophisticated design and elegance, receives the distinguished title of "Mercedes-Benz Presents" designer for this season's spring/summer 2011 collection debuting on Monday, September 13th at 10:00 am at Lincoln Center, the new home of Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week. (Log ... Continue reading
Americans Want to Give Electric Vehicles a Test Drive, New CEA Study Reports
Aug 23, 2010
ARLINGTON, Va.--Forty percent of consumers report they are likely to test drive an electric vehicle, according to a new study of online American adults from the Consumer Electronics Association (CEA)î. The study, Electric Vehicles: The Future of Driving, suggests electric vehicles entice consumers with improved ... Continue reading
Porsche Introduces New Individualization Program for the Panamera - VIDEO ENHANCED
Aug 23, 2010
Panamera Turbo Powerkit; Sport Design Package and 20-inch Panamera Sport wheels STUTTGART - August 23, 2010: Beginning in September, Porsche will offer a Powerkit for the Panamera Turbo, which will raise engine output by 40 hp to 540 hp. Moreover, a Sport Design Package and the new 20-inch Panamera Sport wheels will wi ... Continue reading
Aug 23, 2010
Owners Swap Luxury Vehicles for Non-Luxury Counterpart on Kbb.com IRVINE, Calif., Aug. 23 -- Kelley Blue Book www.kbb.com, the leading provider of new and used car information, today reports that the arrival of 2010 model-year vehicles at auction has put downward pressure on late-model luxury vehicles, as covered in th ... Continue reading
Two New Great European Luxo-diesels; Ford's Shelby Mustang GT in This Month's Letter From Europe
Aug 22, 2010
Letter from Europe Andrew Frankl European Bureau Chief The Auto Channel Hello and apologies for the delay in my newest Letter From Europe, but things have been rather hectic during the Summer. After my recent Maserati/Lambo/Ferrari extravaganza(see it here) it was time for a quick dash back to San Francisco and then ba ... Continue reading
Good Car Care Advice from Tom T - #7
Aug 22, 2010
Dear Tom, I own a '97 Buick LeSabre with a 3.8 engine. When I remove the gas cap to put in gas, there is a release of fumes from the spout from the buildup of pressure. What would cause this pressure? George from Blyth, NY George, There is a problem with the way the gas tank is purging pressure. Pressure inside the gas ... Continue reading
LIVE TONIGHT - Woodward Dream Cruise 7-9 p.m. Exclusively From WXYZ-TV
Aug 21, 2010
DETROIT, Aug. 17 -- WXYZ-TV revs up for the 16th annual Woodward Dream Cruise with exclusive coverage of the world's largest one-day automotive event. Channel 7's "Woodward Dream Cruise" will be broadcast live on Saturday, August 21, from 7-9 p.m. An encore presentation will air Sunday, August 22, from 8-10 a.m. Channe ... Continue reading
Forbes: Why Can't You Trust General Motors' Financials? Because GM Says You Can't.
Aug 21, 2010
August 20, 2010; Joann Muller writing for Forbes reported that with two profitable quarters under its belt, the ânewâ General Motors is preparing to seek new investors, the first step toward cutting its ties to the U.S. government. The $3.8 billion it earned before interest and taxes in the first half of 2010 ... Continue reading
2012 Ford Mustang Boss 302 Takes Center Stage at Annual Woodward Dream Cruise
Aug 21, 2010
DEARBORN, Mich., Aug. 18 -- -- New 2012 Mustang Boss 302 will make its Motor City debut as part of Ford display at the Woodward Dream Cruise. Mustang Alley also will honor the pony car's heritage with more than 500 Mustangs lining the street at the event, to be held Aug. 19-21 -- On Saturday, Mustang Garage will give v ... Continue reading
Pennsylvania DEP: Motorists to Benefit From Investments in Advanced Fuel-Saving Technology
Aug 21, 2010
HARRISBURG, Pa., Aug. 20 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ -- State grants are helping to expand the network of businesses where motorists can have their tires filled with fuel-saving nitrogen, Department of Environmental Protection Secretary John Hanger said today as he announced the latest recipients of Nitrogen Tire Inflation ... Continue reading
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