Dec 22, 2010
2011 Buick Enclave A Handsome, High-quality Hauler By Larry Nutson Senior Editor, Chicago Bureau The Auto Channel (IMG_0710) The 2011 Buick Enclave, a premium crossover SUV, is the luxury offering from the trio of platform-sharing SUVâs by General Motors. The sister vehicles being the Chevrolet Traverse and the GM ... Continue reading
IIHS Announces 66 Winners of 2011 Top Safety Pick Award - VIDEO ENHANCED
Dec 22, 2010
AUTOMAKERS QUICKLY IMPROVE ROOFS TO BOOST ROLLOVER PROTECTION ARLINGTON, VA â Sixty-six vehicles earn the Insurance Institute for Highway Safetyâs TOP SAFETY PICK award for 2011 (list on p.2), including 40 cars, 25 SUVs, and a minivan. TOP SAFETY PICK recognizes vehicles that do the best job of protecting peo ... Continue reading
2011 Kia Optima Named 'Top Safety Pick' by Insurance Institute for Highway Safety
Dec 22, 2010
2011 Kia Optima midsize sedan has received the highest possible crash safety rating of "Good" in all four tests conducted by the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS) and has been recognized as a "Top Safety Pick," the top award handed down by the organization. "We are honored that the all-new 2011 Optima has e ... Continue reading
Dodge and Mopar® Announce-No-cost Maintenance Plus Plan for Durango Citadel and Journey Lux Buyers
Dec 20, 2010
Auburn Hills, Mich. December 20, 2010; Dodge and Mopar® are wrapping customers in a worry-free ownership experience. In addition to a load of standard luxury features, the Dodge brandâs all-new Durango Citadel and Journey Lux models also feature Moparâs new âNo-cost Maintenance Plusâ plan, a 3-ye ... Continue reading
All-new 2011 Chrysler 300 Series Flagships Redefine the American Luxury Sedan Once Again
Dec 20, 2010
2011 Chrysler 300 series proudly delivers the distinction, innovation and premium large sedan features at a legendary value, while setting a new course for the American brand. With more than 55 years of elegant proportions and head-turning style, the all-new 2011 Chrysler 300 delivers contemporary styling with design d ... Continue reading
Letter From Europe: Curses, Cuts and Kudos
Dec 20, 2010
Iâve been driving Lincoln MKX of late and spent of my time trying to decide whether I could learn to love it. The jury is still out. On the plus side it is very comfortable and certainly distinctive looking. Love it or hate it you wonât confuse it with anything else-that is for sure. The fuel consumption is a ... Continue reading
2011 Subaru Outback 3.6R Limited Review
Dec 19, 2010
DRIVING DOWN THE ROAD WITH CAREY RUSS 2011 Subaru Outback 3.6R Limited Looking for an entry-luxury crossover? One that's quiet, comfortable, smooth, and powerful, with proven all-weather ability and space for four or five adults? Think Subaru.Yes, Subaru. As in Outback 3.6R. Unless you absolutely have to have a luxury ... Continue reading
GMC Sierra All Terrain HD Concept Takes Heavy-Duty Capability to New Ground
Dec 16, 2010
The GMC Sierra All Terrain HD concept is an exploration of heavy-duty truck capability combined with greater off-road versatility. It is highlighted by a bold exterior design, enhanced all-terrain suspension and premium details expected of a GMC ââ¬â all designed to enable greater access to off-road destina ... Continue reading
Chevrolet Volt Charity Auction Closed at $225,000
Dec 14, 2010
The online auction for the Chevrolet Volt closed at 6 p.m. today at $225,000. Chevrolet will announce the auction winner, and present the auction proceeds to the Detroit Public Schools Foundation, after verifying the final bid. The vehicle offered in the charity auction was the first Chevrolet Volt available for sale, ... Continue reading
Chevrolet Volts Begin Shipping to Dealerships
Dec 13, 2010
The first Chevrolet Volts left the Detroit-Hamtramck Assembly plant on Monday destined for initial retail launch markets. Customers in California, Texas, Washington D.C. and New York could receive the world's first-and-only electric vehicle with extended-range capability in the next few days. These are the first of an ... Continue reading
Hyundai Launches Equus Owner's Manual Applications on the App Store
Dec 13, 2010
Hyundai is redefining the luxury vehicle ownership experience with the launch of the Equus Owner's Manual App for iPad®, iPhone and iPod touch. This is a clean-sheet approach to the luxury sedan's key features that also includes live service scheduling, video tutorials and location-based dealer locator. The app ... Continue reading
Dec 13, 2010
Safety Recall 2011 Model Year Sienna vehicles produced before early November 2010 to replace the stop lamp (brake light) switch bracket. Due to the proximity of the stop lamp switch bracket to the parking brake pedal when the parking brake is fully applied, the stop lamp switch bracket could, in limited circumstances, ... Continue reading
Dec 13, 2010
2011 Jeep® Compass is beautifully redesigned, reflecting the styling cues of the all-new Jeep Grand Cherokee Unsurpassed compact SUV 4x4 fuel economy (28 mpg) and off-road capability, and innovative interior features combine to provide tremendous value Upgraded interior features soft touch points and high quality mate ... Continue reading
Toyota Regains Top Spot for Most-Considered Brand; Ford, Honda Close Behind
Dec 13, 2010
Market Intelligence Brand Watchâ⢠study, embattled automaker Toyota has regained the top spot as the most-considered auto brand among new-car shoppers. à Toyota consistently captured the most-considered auto brand title from Q1 2007 through Q3 2009, but then fell to the number-two spot for Q4 2009 throug ... Continue reading
First Nissan Leaf to be Delivered to Retail Customer - VIDEO ENHANCED
Dec 10, 2010
North Bay Nissan of Petaluma to deliver 100% electric car on Saturday; Press conference to follow after procession to San Francisco City Hall Pentagonal CA December 10, 2010: Tomorrow, Nissan North America Inc. (NNA) will make history by bringing sustainable mobility to the mass market, with the worldâs first deli ... Continue reading
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