Mercedes-Benz SLK Roadster is On the Scene at New York City's Hottest Runway Shows
Feb 11, 2011
The scene at Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week heats up this week as chilly New York fashion fans get their first glimpse of the new 2012 Mercedes-Benz SLK roadster, which make its U.S. debut at Lincoln Center, the heart of the most anticipated runway shows with more than 80 designers presenting their Fall 2011 collections in ... Continue reading
2012 Dodge Charger SRT8 Delivers Intelligent Performance and Power - COMPLETE VIDEO
Feb 9, 2011
Set to launch this calendar year, Dodge gives peek at its newest product from the Street and Racing Technology (SRT) team at the Chicago Auto Show 6.4-liter HEMIî V-8 engine offers an estimated 465 horsepower and 465 lb.-ft. of torque for power across a significantly wider rpm range All-new active valve exhaust ... Continue reading
2012 Buick Regal to Offer New eAssist Fuel-Saving Technology - VIDEO ENHANCED
Feb 8, 2011
eAssist "light electrification" system improves fuel economy 25 percent Estimated 26 mpg city / 37 mpg highway (pending EPA certification) On sale this fall Buick announced the 2012 Regal with eAssistâ⢠fuel-saving technology, which improves overall fuel economy by 25 percent over the 2011 four-cylinder/six ... Continue reading
2012 Infiniti M Hybrid Officially Rated at 32 MPG Highway
Feb 5, 2011
Infiniti today announced official EPA (Environmental Protection Agency) fuel economy figures of 32 miles per gallon Highway for its first production hybrid performance luxury sedan, the all-new 2012 Infiniti M35h. Ã It goes on sale at Infiniti retailers nationwide in spring 2011. The Infiniti M Hybrid is the first V ... Continue reading
Ford Blends Math, Creative Thinking, Computing Power to Bring Superior Shift Quality to Focus
Jan 26, 2011
-- 2012 Ford Focus, featuring a 2.0-liter direct-injection gasoline engine and PowerShift dry-clutch six-speed automatic transmission, incorporates Ford's patented Torque Hole Filling (THF) technology for smoother, more seamless shift quality THF uses a combination of mathematical modeling and computer-aided engineerin ... Continue reading
Porsche Announces 2012 911 Black Edition
Jan 25, 2011
Based on the 3.6-liter, 345 horsepower (hp) 911 Carrera, the upcoming 911 Black Edition features a comprehensive list of standard equipment and will be available as a Coupe or Cabriolet and only in black. Exclusivity and price help make this new 911 Carrera distinctive as the 911 Black Edition will be limited to just 1 ... Continue reading
Newly Refined 2012 Acura TL to Debut at Chicago Auto Show
Jan 24, 2011
Acura today announced it will debut the newly refined 2012 TL at the Chicago Auto Show. The TL, which recently received the 2011 ALG Residual Value Award for Best Near Luxury Car, further enhances its position in the segment with aggressive, yet refined styling and performance. (Logo: http://photos.prnewswire.com/prnh/ ... Continue reading
It's Easy Being Green: Ford Focus Electric Offers Eco-Friendly Features Throughout Vehicle
Jan 19, 2011
Ford Focus Electric offers customers environmentally friendly options throughout, which, coupled with advanced engine technology, deliver zero-emissions driving in an all-around green vehicle A material called Lignotock is used behind the cloth on the door. Derived from 85 percent wood fibers, this lighter application ... Continue reading
All-new Saab 9-5 SportCombi to Debut at Geneva
Jan 19, 2011
Saab Automobile takes the next step in the biggest new product offensive in its history when the much-awaited 9-5 SportCombi is unveiled at the Geneva Motor Show. Sleek and fun-to-drive, the SportCombi adds versatility to the widely acclaimed attributes of the 9-5 sedan and will bring a distinctive, alternative choice ... Continue reading
Jan 11, 2011
Hyundai Motor America yesterday announced that its new, cutting-edge Veloster three-door coupe would join its popular Sonata sedan as the first vehicles in its lineup to come standard-equipped later this year with a broad package of telematics services provided by ATX Group (ATX). (Logo: http://photos.prnewswire.com/pr ... Continue reading
Hyundai Revolutionizes the Coupe with the All-New (WOW!)Veloster at The 2011 Detroit Auto Show
Jan 11, 2011
Hyundai introduced its cutting-edge Veloster three-door oupe in a world debut at the North American International Auto Show. The 2012 Veloster delivers innovation to the compact coupe segment with a unique third door for easy rear-seat access, Hyundaiââ¬â¢s Blue Link telematics system, Pandora internet radio ... Continue reading
Volkswagen Reveals the All-New 43 MPG Passat TDI at 2011 NAIAS - COMPLETE VIDEO
Jan 10, 2011
Volkswagen of America, Inc., today announced the world debut of the all-new Passat, a transformational car in Volkswagen's ambitious growth plan for the U.S. market. Designed in Germany and made in America, the Passat was developed as a larger vehicle with premium features and handling characteristics that will perfect ... Continue reading
Jan 10, 2011
Hyundai Motor Company, the world's fastest-growing automotive company by brand, officially announced its new brand direction and statement today at the 2011 North American International Auto Show in Detroit. Hyundai's new brand statement will be "New Thinking. New Possibilities." This encompasses Hyundai's new brand co ... Continue reading
Toyota Reveals Prius Family of Vehicles at the 2011 Detroit Auto Show (NAIAS) - COMPLETE VIDEO
Jan 10, 2011
Toyota Motor Sales, U.S.A., Inc., unveiled the Prius family of vehicles today at the 2011 North American International Auto Show.  In addition to the current third-generation Prius and Prius Plug-in Hybrid Vehicle (PHV), the new Prius v midsize hybrid-electric vehicle and the Prius c Concept vehicle joined the icon ... Continue reading
2011 Detroit Auto Show (NAIAS) Spotlight Shines on Design
Jan 3, 2011
Washington DC January 3, 2011; Automakers are pouring billions of dollars into fuel-efficient powertrains. But shapely sheet metal still sells cars â which is why fresh design statements will be abundant at the North American International Auto Show in Detroit next week. Automotive News reports that Hyundai and Ki ... Continue reading
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