2011 BMW 1 Series M Coupe Review By Carey Russ +VIDEO
Nov 10, 2011
DRIVING DOWN THE ROAD WITH CAREY RUSS 2011 BMW 1 Series M Coupe BMW made its reputation by producing small two-door sedans that outperformed contemporary sports cars of their day in nearly every way. The 1600 of 1966 and especially 1968's 2002 ran circles around the similarly-sized and -priced British and Italian two-s ... Continue reading
2012 Toyota Camry - First Drive First Look +VIDEO
Nov 6, 2011
FIRST DRIVE 2012 TOYOTA CAMRY Can it compete with the challengers? By Steve Purdy TheAutoChannel.com Detroit Bureau We the media gathered in Dearborn, LA, New York and Kentucky yesterday to simultaneously experience the official launch of the new, seventh-generation Toyota Camry, best selling car in the US for 13 of th ... Continue reading
The Auto Channel Now Playing on GOOGLE TV, YAHOO! Connected TV and Internet TV
Oct 28, 2011
The Number 1 Streaming Video Website is the Number 1 Google TV Network AUTO CENTRAL - When the Auto Channel began using streaming video on its website in February 1996 we were the first users of online streaming video in the world. During that we we establishe many other online firsts, such as the first to video stream ... Continue reading
New Jeep Wrangler Rubicon Wins Petersen's 4-Wheel & Off-Road 2012 4x4 of the Year Competition +VIDEO
Oct 28, 2011
EL SEGUNDO, CA - Petersen's 4-Wheel & Off-Road magazine has named the 2012 Jeep Wrangler Rubicon the winner of its coveted 4x4 of the Year award. This is the 30th year of the enthusiast magazine's in-depth competition of new 4x4 vehicles, and the third time the Jeep Wrangler has taken home the award. In fact, Jeep prod ... Continue reading
Should You Consider an Electric Car? +VIDEO
Oct 28, 2011
Current Studies Predict There Could be 14 Million Electric Vehicles on the Road by 2020 DETROIT - October 28, 2011: All within the last few years, the electric car went from being science fiction to a reality. But with a limited driving range of around 100 miles, many Americans are asking themselves if they are a viabl ... Continue reading
2012 Mercedes-Benz SLK 350 Convertible/Coupe Review by John Heilig +VIDEO
Oct 26, 2011
THE AUTO PAGE JOHN HEILIG The Auto Channel SPECIFICATIONS: 2012 Mercedes-Benz SLK 350 Model: 2012 Mercedes-Benz SLK 350 Engine: 3.5-liter V6 Horsepower/Torque: 302 hp @ 6,500 rpm/273 lb.-ft. @ 3,500 rpm Transmission: 7-speed automatic with paddles Wheelbase: 95.7 in. Length/Width/Height: 162.8 x 71.5 x 50.8 in. Tires: ... Continue reading
Chevrolet to Go Big Time with Small Cars at 2011 SEMA Trade Show +VIDEO
Oct 26, 2011
LAS VEGAS - October 26, 2011: Chevrolet's small cars will have a big presence at the 2011 SEMA Show, with tricked-out Sonics and Cruzes showing off the personalization possibilities for a new generation of performance enthusiasts. Most of the show cars wear conceptual Z-Spec styling enhancements, which are being evalua ... Continue reading
All-New 2012 Kia Rio Sedan Starts at Under $13,500 +VIDEO
Oct 25, 2011
IRVINE, Calif., Oct. 25, 2011 -- Kia Motors America, Inc. (KMA) today announced pricing for the all-new 2012 Rio sedan beginning at $13,400(3) MSRP, while the Rio A/T starts at $14,500(4). Ã The top-of-the-line SX trim starts at $17,500(4) and offers an abundance of upscale features, including standard metal pedals, ... Continue reading
Breakthrough Labor Agreement Between GM and UAW Makes American Small Car Production Possible +VIDEO
Oct 25, 2011
DETROIT - Oct 25, 2011: With the economy teetering and gas prices still high, sub-compacts or small cars, like the Ford Fiesta and the Honda Fit are becoming increasingly popular. But historically, due to small profit margins, these cars have had to be manufactured overseas. Now with a half billion dollar plant renovat ... Continue reading
Aston Martin Cygnet: The Tailor-Fit Luxury City Car +VIDEO
Oct 25, 2011
Aston Martin is pleased to announce the launch of its luxurious city car; Cygnet, in Hong Kong and Japan. Initially available in European markets from its launch in mid-2011, Cygnet is the bespoke luxury city car, designed with ultra-compact packaging and low-emission engine technology. Craftsmanship and meticulous att ... Continue reading
2012 Kia Optima Review - Green Or Mean By Larry Nutson +VIDEO
Oct 24, 2011
2012 Kia Optima : From Mean to Green By Larry Nutson Senior Editor, Chicago Bureau The Auto Channel (IMG_2501) The Kia Optima sedan was redesigned for 2011 with a longer wheelbase, a more spacious cabin and bolder exterior styling complementing its wider and lower stance. For 2012, changes are minor and include some eq ... Continue reading
Marco Simoncelli MotoGP Racer Dies in Malaysian Crash +VIDEO
Oct 23, 2011
SEPANG, Malaysia - October 23, 2011: Sad news comes from the Sepang race track in Malaysia. Italian rider Marco Simoncelli, died in the collision in the second lap on Sunday afternoon. The MotoGP series 17 in Sepang, Malaysia, had to be stopped while in the second round. Marco Simoncelli was unconscious, and immediatel ... Continue reading
First Drive: 2012 Mercedes-Benz B-Class 200 CGI BlueEfficiency +VIDEO
Oct 22, 2011
By Henny Hemmes Senior European Editor VIENNA, Austria - October 20, 2011: The new Mercedes-Benz B-Class is about to hit the European market within four weeks and Canada will also get this completely renewed second generation model. However, Mercedes says that â just like the original B-Class â the new model ... Continue reading
Chevrolet Centennial Update: A Peak into Chevy's Future with GM's Design Director Ed Welburn +VIDEO
Oct 21, 2011
Itâs not very often that anyone other than General Motors top cadre of executives get to visit the companyâs iconic design centerâs sanctum sanctorum in Warren, Michigan. ... Continue reading
2012 Toyota Hybrid Preview by Carey Russ +VIDEO
Oct 21, 2011
DRIVING DOWN THE ROAD WITH CAREY RUSS Toyota has made quite an investment in hybrid technology, and the best way to recover that investment is by selling product. And one of the best ways to sell the most product is by offering customers the most choice. You can't say that Toyota isn't giving hybrid buyers choices. A d ... Continue reading
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