"The Best Car Reviews Money Can Buy": The Wall St. Journal Exposes the Car Magazine Review Scam
Aug 16, 2010
By Marc J. Rauch Exec. Vice President/Co-Publisher THE AUTO CHANNEL For years, auto journalists and industry insiders have known or suspected that car magazine endorsements and Car-of-the-Year type awardsâ were often bestowed based upon the amount of advertising that a carmaker bought in the publication. Today, Ma ... Continue reading
Aug 15, 2010
14 AUTOMOBILES BREAK MAGIC MILLION-DOLLAR MARK AT RMâS SATURDAY NIGHT MONTEREY SALE MONTEREY, CA (August 15, 2010) â An exquisite 1938 Talbot-Lago T150-C Lago Speciale Teardrop Coupe with coachwork by Figoni et Falaschi, and an exceptional 1954 Ferrari 375 MM Berlinetta, the fifth of only seven examples built ... Continue reading
2010 Concours D'Elegance at Meadow Brook Wrap-Up
Aug 15, 2010
CONCOURS DâELEGANCE AT MEADOW BROOK A Long Day of Amazing Cars By Steve Purdy Photos By Gregor Purdy II and Steve Purdy [Title Photo] Having attended and covered the Meadow Brook show for just about 30 years I always pray for clouds and cool weather. Traditionally presented on the first Sunday in August the show u ... Continue reading
2011 Mercedes-Benz C 180 CGI BlueEfficiency Review - First Drive
Aug 15, 2010
By Henny Hemmes Senior European Editor Amsterdam Butreau The Auto Channel THE HAGUE August 15, 2010; In 1954, Mercedes-Benz was the worldâs first manufacturer to use direct fuel injection in the 300 SL Gullwing. The system was derived from a engine Mercedes designed for a Messerschmitt fighter plan in WW2. Still, ... Continue reading
2010 2009 Honda Civic - Compare Models and Trim Levels
Aug 15, 2010
The Honda Civic Coupe, Honda Civic Sedan and Honda Civic Hybrid are available in a total of 32 different trim levels. The Honda Civic has proven popular since its debut in the previous generations of the car. Increasing interest in fuel efficiency and in hybrids, and the past year's fuel price spike, have only added to ... Continue reading
Aug 14, 2010
Pebble Beach, Calif., August 14, 2010 - As part of the year long celebration of Jaguar's 75 Years of Looking Forward, Jaguar Cars design team has created the XJ75 Platinum Concept, a one-of-a-kind design project on display at the Pebble Beach Concept Car Lawn this weekend. The XJ75 Platinum Concept is the company's fir ... Continue reading
Aug 14, 2010
Featuring complete video coverage of the conference keynote and closing presentations AUTO CENTRAL â August 9, 2010: Hot on the heels of a remarkable retraction from the World Bank that increased ethanol production had NOTHING to do with the soaring rise in food prices over the past couple of years (CLICK HERE for ... Continue reading
BMW Remains Committed to Maintenance Program
Aug 13, 2010
Woodcliff Lake, NJ â August 13, 2010; BMW remains steadfast in its commitment to including Maintenance on every new BMW sold or leased in the US. Beginning with the 2003 model year every new BMW includes maintenance for 4 years or 50,000 miles. âOur customers tell us they find real value in the program, so ou ... Continue reading
THINK Applauds MPSC Experimental EV Charging Rate
Aug 13, 2010
Dearborn, Mich., August 13, 2010; Electric car maker, THINK praised the Michigan Public Service Commission for approving a special rate structure proposed by Detroit Edison for charging electric vehicles, making it the first utility in Michigan to offer specific rates for electric vehicles for residential customers. In ... Continue reading
Aug 13, 2010
2010 Scion xB Model: Scion xB Engine: 2.4-liter DOHC I4 Horsepower/Torque: 158 hp @ 6,000 rpm/162 lb.-ft. @ 4,000 rpm Transmission: 4-speed automatic Wheelbase: 102.4 in. Length/Width/Height: 167.3 x 69.3 x 64.7 in. Cargo volume: 21.7/69.9 cu. ft. ... Continue reading
Aug 13, 2010
50 Consumers Will Test Drive Sonatas in Exchange for Their Unscripted, Unedited Commentary Through 'Uncensored' Facebook Promotion FOUNTAIN VALLEY, Calif., Aug. 12 -- Hyundai today welcomes 25 new Sonata drivers and will add 25 more late this month as part of its "Uncensored" Facebook campaign. Twenty-five consumers we ... Continue reading
Infiniti G25 Sedan to Make U.S. Debut at Pebble Beach Concours d'Elegance
Aug 13, 2010
- New 2.5-liter V6-Equipped G Sedan Priced at Under $31,000 M.S.R.P. USD - PEBBLE BEACH, Calif., Aug. 13 -- Infiniti today announced a new addition to the popular Infiniti G Line, the G25 Sedan, which features a 2.5-liter V6 engine. It is scheduled to go on sale at Infiniti retailers nationwide in September, joining th ... Continue reading
EDTA - Electric Drive Transportation Association Weekly Media Round-up
Aug 13, 2010
VW: '500-mile EVs by 2020' AutoCar (UK) August 13, 2010 -- Electric vehicles will have a range of more than 500 miles within the next 10 years. That is the view of Martin Eberhard, a man who sprang to prominence when he co-founded the Tesla electric sports car company in July 2003. ARTICLE HERE Charging Your Electric C ... Continue reading
Aug 13, 2010
Porsche owners and enthusiasts are invited to participate in My Classic Porsche Search and My Porsche Passion Contest at www.Porsche60Years.com ATLANTA, Aug. 13 -- The joy of driving a classic Porsche is a sufficient reward for most enthusiasts, but owning the oldest Porsches in America could bring some very real award ... Continue reading
Bonneville Kizashi - Something Great is Running
Aug 13, 2010
- Bonneville Kizashi builds on Suzuki's winning tradition. - Boosted powertrain moves sport sedan into new segment - Over 200 mph. - Modifications void America's #1 Warranty. BREA, Calif., Aug. 10 -- Since its introduction to the press in July of 2009, Suzuki's Kizashi has been recognized as a midsize sedan with a diff ... Continue reading
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