2008 LA Auto Show: Volkswagen Showcases a Variety of Clean Diesel Technology - COMPLETE VIDEO
Nov 19, 2008
The Touareg V6 TDI clean diesel is powered by a 3.0L, turbocharged six cylinder engine capable of producing 221 horsepower and an impressive 407 lbs-ft. of torque. Utilizing common rail injection and the most advanced catalytic converter system in the world, it meets the most stringent emission requirements of Californ ... Continue reading
2008 LA Auto Show: BMW Shows New Paths to Efficiency - COMPLETE VIDEO
Nov 19, 2008
North American debuts for all-new BMW 7 Series as well as the BMW Concept 7 Series ActiveHybrid and BMW Advanced Diesel models with BluePerformance Woodcliff Lake, NJ - November 19, 2008; BMW today showcased a wide range of models and technologies as part of its ongoing EfficientDynamics strategy that exemplifies the G ... Continue reading
Nov 19, 2008
- Nissan CEO Carlos Ghosn Gives Keynote Speech on Company's Electric Vehicle Future - LOS ANGELES, Nov. 19 -- Carlos Ghosn, president and CEO, Nissan Motor Co., Ltd., today announced a new electric-vehicle partnership with the state of Oregon, in line with Nissan's commitment to begin offering pure electric cars in 201 ... Continue reading
Nov 19, 2008
Porsche is presenting the second generation of the mid-engined Boxster and Cayman sports cars for the first time at the Los Angeles Auto Show. The highlight of the new generation is of course the new flat-six boxer engines developed with new technical features from the ground up, providing not only more power, but also ... Continue reading
2008 LA Auto Show: BMW Shows New Paths to Efficiency - COMPLETE VIDEO
Nov 19, 2008
BMW today showcased a wide range of models and technologies as part of its ongoing EfficientDynamics strategy that exemplifies the German firm's commitment to reducing harmful emissions and to help protect the environment. ... Continue reading
2008 LA Auto Show: MINI Unveils Electric 'Mini E' on Eve of Media Days - VIDEO ENHANCED
Nov 19, 2008
Mini unveils electric 'Mini E' on eve of LA Auto Show, starts limited leasing in spring LOS ANGELES November 19, 2008; Dan Strumpf writing for the AP reported that Mini unveiled an all-electric car for lease on a limited basis Tuesday on the eve of the Los Angeles Auto Show, as the small-car company tests the waters in ... Continue reading
The Auto Channel's ROAD TRIP Web Video Series Moves to Television - VIDEO ENHANCED
Nov 18, 2008
Unique Perspective TV Show Premieres This Saturday LOUISVILLE, KY â November 18, 2008: The Auto Channel has announced that its highly acclaimed Internet video series âROAD TRIPâ is migrating to traditional television. Beginning Saturday, November 22, the half-hour show can be seen on Comcast SportsNet ca ... Continue reading
Chrysler's Electric Vehicles to Appear at Los Angeles Auto Show - VIDEO ENHANCED
Nov 18, 2008
- Dodge EV, Jeep(R) EV and Chrysler EV to make auto show debut AUBURN HILLS, Mich., Nov. 18 -- Chrysler LLC's three advanced production-intent electric vehicle prototype vehicles are headed to California, where they will make their worldwide auto show debut at the 2008 Los Angeles Auto Show. The vehicles -- the Dodge E ... Continue reading
Volkswagen Presents Array of Innovative and Economical Powerplants at Los Angeles Auto Show
Nov 18, 2008
Technology for the People HERNDON, Va., Nov. 18 -- Innovation, performance, responsibility and fun will all be on display from Volkswagen at the 2008 Los Angeles Auto Show beginning this week. "The breadth of Volkswagen's powerplant innovations will be on display this week in Los Angeles," said Stefan Jacoby, president ... Continue reading
Nov 17, 2008
Independent test suggests that lithium battery-only plug in hybrid vehicles introduced by others may need to have their batteries replaced every 25,000 miles LOS ANGELES, Nov. 17 -- AFS Trinity Power Corporation today reported independent test results demonstrating that the company's "Extreme Hybrid" technology that ut ... Continue reading
2008 SEMA: Exclusive Interviews from the Show Floor - VIDEO FEATURE
Nov 9, 2008
LAS VEGAS - November 9, 2008: As always, the Automotive Aftermarket Industry Week tradeshow was filled with exciting innovations, beautiful cars, and fast women. The Auto Channel's old friend Tom Torbjornsen joined us to check it all out. You can find several of the exclusive video interviews we shot below. Tom is the ... Continue reading
2008 SEMA: Camaro Steals the Show With Four Distinctive Concepts - VIDEO FEATURE
Nov 5, 2008
Camaro LS7 Concept â the spirit of COPO lives with a GM Performance Parts LS7 crate engine that delivers more than 500 hp Camaro Dale Earnhardt Jr. Concept â customized to Dale Jr.âs style Camaro Black Concept â a sinister-looking exercise in bold design Camaro GS Racecar Concept â an homage to ... Continue reading
2009 Nissan Versa Sedan 1.6 $9,990 MSRP - Lowest-Priced New Car in the U.S.
Oct 31, 2008
- New, 2009 Versa Sedan 1.6 Features $9,990 MSRP, Excellent Fuel Economy, Design, Quality and Reliability; Available at Dealers November 18 - FRANKLIN, Tenn., Oct. 31 -- Nissan North America, Inc. (NNA) today announced a new 2009 Nissan Versa Sedan 1.6 model, which features a starting Manufacturer's Suggested Retail Pr ... Continue reading
Zero Motorcycles Announces Faster, Stronger 2009 Zero X Electric Motorcycle - VIDEO ENHANCED
Oct 30, 2008
- New Upgraded Zero X is Now Available to Consumers - SANTA CRUZ, Calif., Oct. 29 -- Zero Motorcycles, the leading electric motorcycle manufacturer, today announced the company's all-new 2009 Zero X electric motorcycle is now available for purchase at the Zero Motorcycles website. Modifications to the 09 model have mad ... Continue reading
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