2009 Detroit Auto Show: Jaguar Reveals New XFR and XKR - COMPLETE VIDEO
Jan 14, 2009
DETROIT Auto Show, Jan. 11 -- Jaguar has revealed the new XKR and XFR at the 2009 North American International Auto Show -- two cars that are true to the heritage of Jaguar's legendary performance, delivering a superb balance of high performance, dynamic ability and refinement. Mike O'Driscoll, Managing Director of Jag ... Continue reading
2009 Detroit Auto Show: China's Brilliance Motors Looks to Shine in U.S. - COMPLETE VIDEO
Jan 14, 2009
DETROIT - January 14, 2008: With the absence of several key auto manufacturers at this year's show, a number of lesser known OEMs have taken advantage of the available exhibit floor space to grab a piece of the limelight. One such Chinese company is Brilliance Motors. On Monday, January 12th, Brilliance held their firs ... Continue reading
Solazyme Showcases Jeep Fueled by World's First Algal-Based Renewable Diesel at CALSTART Target 2030
Jan 14, 2009
Solazyme, Inc., a renewable oil production company and leading algal synthetic biology company, will feature a Jeep Liberty fueled by the worldâs first algal-based renewable diesel, SoladieselRDTM, at CALSTART Target 2030: Solutions to Secure California's Transportation Energy and Climate Future in Sacramento, Cal ... Continue reading
2009 Detroit Auto Show: Tesla Motors introduces Roadster Sport - COMPLETE VIDEO
Jan 14, 2009
SAN CARLOS, CA - January 13, 2009: Tesla Motors Inc. began taking orders Monday for the Roadster Sport, a high-performance sports car based on the worldâs leading all-electric, zero-emission vehicle. The Roadster Sport does 0 to 60 mph in 3.7 seconds, compared with 3.9 seconds for the standard Roadster. It comes w ... Continue reading
The Hot New Car Is Your Old Car
Jan 14, 2009
By JONATHAN WELSH Wall Street Journal For decades, Ashley Fletcher ditched his cars after they reached 50,000 miles. Now he plans to keep his 2004 Lexus RX 330 for two or three more years -- or until it reaches 70,000 miles. If all goes well, he might shoot for 100,000 miles. Like many drivers, Mr. Fletcher scaled back ... Continue reading
2009 Detroit Auto Show: EV Startup Companies Compete With The Big Boys
Jan 13, 2009
Selling luxury and electric-drive, startups seek to capitalize on push for green cars DETROIT January 13, 2009; Ken Thomas writing for the AP eported that several startup automakers are in hot pursuit of electric-powered vehicles, but they face an uphill road as they challenge major car companies like Toyota and Genera ... Continue reading
Jan 12, 2009
GM will establish the first lithium-ion battery pack manufacturing facility in the United States operated by a major automaker LG Chem has been selected to supply the lithium-ion battery cells for the Chevrolet Volt Advanced battery strategy strengthens GM's capabilities to develop hybrid and electric vehicles GM will ... Continue reading
Jan 12, 2009
DETROIT, January 12 -- - 100mpg Fisker Karma Makes its World Wide Premiere at the 2009 North American International Auto Show Fisker Automotive, Inc., the new American manufacturer of premium green automobiles, unveiled its first production car -- the 2010 Fisker Karma -- at the 2009 North American International Auto S ... Continue reading
2009 Detroit Auto Show: Audi Takes the Wraps Off the New R8 5.2 FSI Quattro - COMPLETE VIDEO
Jan 12, 2009
With the R8, the brand has established itself at the forefront of high-end sports cars from the very start - and now comes the R8 V10. Its 5.2-litre, ten-cylinder engine churns out 386 kW (525 hp) and 530 Nm of torque, which makes for breathtaking performance. With superior Audi technologies such as quattro all-wheel d ... Continue reading
Winter Weather - No Time for a Weak Alternator
Jan 12, 2009
BROADVIEW, Ill., Jan. 12 -- MS -- Are you having difficulty starting your car in the morning? Is your car's battery unable to hold its charge? Do your headlights dim when you are using your heater and wipers? These are all warning signs that the alternator in your car may not be working up to capacity. "The alternator, ... Continue reading
2009 Detroit Auto Show: Maserati Unveils New Quattroporte Sport GT S - COMPLETE VIDEO
Jan 12, 2009
The new Maserati Quattroporte Sport GT S making its worldwide première at the 2009 North American International Auto Show sets yet another milestone in terms of sportiness in the high performance luxury sedan segment of the automotive market. Conceived and developed as "a real driving machine in the guise of a luxury ... Continue reading
Jan 12, 2009
Alongside the new Gallardo LP 560-4 Spyder, Lamborghini will present two exclusive, highly individualized super sports cars at the 2009 Detroit Auto Show. With a unique, matt-luster paint finish in matt blue and all available special equipment options, this Murciélago LP 640 and Gallardo LP 560-4 demonstrate the virtu ... Continue reading
2009 NAIAS: Lincoln C Concept, Big Luxury In Small Package - COMPLETE VIDEO
Jan 12, 2009
Lincoln is breaking new ground with the Lincoln C concept, a new big idea for a small luxury car. Designed with today's upscale, urban consumer in mind, the Lincoln C concept brings the presence and elegance of a large Lincoln to a smaller, more efficient C-sized car. ... Continue reading
"America's Love Affair with Cars" Not Over, Just Evolving
Jan 12, 2009
SAN DIEGO--âWhen you examine over 57,000 new car buyers with an instrument that reveals an indelible understanding of the full emotional response to buyerâs experiences and decisions with new car purchases, it becomes clear where Americaâs love affair and need for cars is headed,â says Alexander Edw ... Continue reading
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