Kudos, Scoffs, Observations and Oh Yeah New Cars in This Month's Letter From Europe
Dec 13, 2009
By Andrew Frankl European Bureau Chief The Auto Channel I donât think Iâve ever called a BMW silly in 14 years of writing for The Auto Channel. Until now. The 2010 X6 M should never have been made. It is 100% surplus to requirements. For 93 thousand dollars âadmittedly with some extras-it really is quite ... Continue reading
Dec 13, 2009
THE AUTO PAGE By JOHN HEILIG SPECIFICATIONS Model: 2010 Scion xD Engine: 1.8-liter DOHC I-4 Horsepower/Torque: 128 hp @ 6,000 rpm/125 lb.-ft. @ 4,400 rpm Transmission: 4-speed automatic Wheelbase: 96.9 in. Length/Width/Height: 154.7 x 67.9 x 60.0 in. Tires: P195/60R16 Cargo volume: 10.5/35.7 cu. ft. ... Continue reading
2010 Cadillac SRX 3.0 AWD Performance Review
Dec 13, 2009
DRIVING DOWN THE ROAD WITH CAREY RUSS 2010 Cadillac SRX 3.0 AWD Performance The second generation of Cadillac's SRX luxury crossover is here. Or should that be "second iteration"? For while it is still Cadillac's entry in the mid-sized luxury crossover class, the 2010 SRX shares nothing but its name with the vehicle th ... Continue reading
The Spanish Inquisition Rises Up to Kill Israeli Students' Chances in Solar Technology Competition
Dec 11, 2009
Just when I thought it was safe to back to Spain By Marc J. Rauch Exec. Vice President/Co-Publisher Spain is a beautiful country; in fact it may be the biggest surprise of Western Europe. Itâs exciting; itâs serene; itâs majestic; itâs low key; itâs old-time quaint; itâs super modern. Grea ... Continue reading
Can the US Produce Vehicles to Compete in the World Market and Satisfy Home Markets?
Dec 11, 2009
The Dichotomy of Political Courage VS Personal Choice By Thom Cannell and Steve Purdy TheAutoChannel.com Detroit Bureau This week the think tank and business intelligence company CSM brought itâs annual predictions to the Automotive Press Association in Detroit. There was nothing as earthshaking as last yearâ ... Continue reading
HEELS ON WHEELS: 2010 Kia Soul+ Review
Dec 8, 2009
HEELS ON WHEELS By Katrina Ramser San Francisco Bureau The Auto Channel INTRO TO THE SOUL VEHICLE These boxy mobile devise alternatives that offer more space than comparably priced sedans are popping up everywhere. Beginning with the Honda Element and Scion xB, count the Nissan Cube and the Kia Soul as the newest squar ... Continue reading
Dec 8, 2009
SEE ALSO: Kia Specs, Prices, Comparisons and Reviews 2010 KIA FORTE SX By Steve Purdy The Auto Channel.com Detroit Bureau Kia has come a long way in just a few years. With each new generation of vehicle, and each market segment they enter, they continue surprised me at how competitive, update and competent they become. ... Continue reading
2010 Hyundai Genesis Coupe Review
Dec 7, 2009
2010 Hyundai Genesis Coupe SEE ALSO: Hyundai Specs, Prices, Reviews and Comparisons THE AUTO PAGE By JOHN HEILIG 2010 Hyundai Genesis Coupe SPECIFICATIONS Model: 2010 Hyundai Genesis Coupe Engine: 3.6-liter DOHC V6 Horsepower/Torque: 306 hp @ 6,300 rpm/266 lb.-ft. @ 4,700 rpm Transmission: 6-speed automatic Wheelbase: ... Continue reading
2011 Ford Mustang - 300HP 30 MPG - A Close Up Look
Dec 7, 2009
By Thom Cannell Senior Editor Detroit Bureau The Auto Channel Dearborn Michigan, November 30, 2009; There is no other American car with enduring cult status like the perennial pony car, Mustang. It is the eternal muscle car and a purely American aspirational vehicle. It is a car that makes people smile with you and for ... Continue reading
Audi A3 TDI Named 2010 Green Car of the Year
Dec 3, 2009
by Marty Bernstein, AIADA Contributing Editor As fuel efficiency and environmental friendliness have become more important to car buyers over the past few years, so has the annual Green Car of the Year award become more important to auto makers. Presented since 2005, it is an award that resonates with both consumers an ... Continue reading
Dec 1, 2009
By Thom Cannell Senior Editor Detroit BureauThe Auto Channel Fordâs Fiesta, a runaway hit in Europe for almost one year, launches in the US this summer. The question is will it entice Americans as it has Europeans? We think so, despite our national âbigger is betterâ attitude. We agree that many citizens ... Continue reading
2011 Ford Mustang - 300HP 30 MPG - A Close Up Look
Nov 30, 2009
By Thom Cannell Dearborn Michigan, November 30, 2009; There is no other American car with enduring cult status like the perennial pony car, Mustang. It is the eternal muscle car and a purely American aspirational vehicle. It is a car that makes people smile with you and for you, a car that cuts across gender, class, ec ... Continue reading
2010 Suzuki SX4 SportBack Review
Nov 27, 2009
DRIVING DOWN THE ROAD WITH CAREY RUSS 2010 Suzuki SX4 SportBack When you think of small, sporty cars the first brand to pop into your mind is probably not Suzuki. On four wheels, the Japanese manufacturer is best known in this country for small sport-utilities, like the Grand Vitara and Sidekick that came before it. Th ... Continue reading
Nov 25, 2009
DRIVING DOWN THE ROAD WITH CAREY RUSS 2010 Scion xD Scion's small xD hatchback seems to live in the shadow of The Box, the iconic xB. Which is too bad as it's a noteworthy car in its own right, combining a small exterior size and footprint with more interior space than expected -- and providing an entertaining and econ ... Continue reading
2010 Ford Mustang V6 Premium Review
Nov 25, 2009
2010 FORD MUSTANG PREMIUM V6 What the Pony Car Was Meant to Be By Steve Purdy TheAutoChannel.com Detroit Bureau Introduced in the spring of 1964 the entire genre of âpony carsâ draws its name from Mustang. Lee Iococca envisioned the market opportunity and filled it beautifully. Iâll bet even Lee didnâ ... Continue reading
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