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Infiniti Emerg-E is an Acura NSX Killer: 2012 Geneva Motor Show
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The stunning EMERG-E concept is Infiniti’s first ever exploration into the idea of a such a vehicle and incorporates a mid-mounted driveline with dual electric motors that enabled it to accelerate from 0-60 mph in around four seconds and from 0-130 mph in around 30.
Range Rover Evoque Convertible Concept in Search of a Market: 2012 Geneva Motor Show
At present the convertible Evoque is merely a concept, a design study to gauge public response, though the way the automotive industry is these days, with more and more niche products appearing, don’t be surprised if you see it showing up on Rodeo Drive or South Beach a few years from now.
Ford Fiesta ST, a Baby Hot Hatch is Born: 2012 Geneva Motor Show
Although information is still somewhat scant, Ford says this new Fiesta ST will sport an EcoBoost, 1.6-liter turbocharged four under the hood, rated at 180 metric horsepower and some 240 NM of torque.
MINI Countryman JCW World Premiere: 2012 Geneva Auto Show
As an enthusiast oriented vehicle, the option of six-speed manual or automatic transmissions and a traction control system that can reportedly be turned off completely, should make it quite a ball to drive.
Shock! Chevy Volt Wins European Car of the Year: 2012 Geneva Motor Show
Although the Ampera is little more than a badge engineered version of the Volt, raising Opel’s profile should at least help the brand in the short term.
Chevrolet Volt Sales Almost Double in February
Last month, to help regain Volt sales momentum, the company announced the availability of a California LEV emissions package that enables the car to finally qualify for single occupant status in the state’s HOV lanes.
Mercedes-Benz Announces 60th Anniversary CL “Grand Edition”
Recognizing that 60 years have now passed since the debut of the 300 S, Stuttgart has released a special edition CL Grand Edition.
Collectors Team Up to Buy Saab Heritage Collection
With both men recognized in the Saab community as serious collectors, enthusiasts and specialist mechanics, there’s no question that despite being split in half, the cars in the Heritage Collection have indeed gone to good homes.
Automakers Drastically Cutting the Number of Vehicle Options
In fact, according to some, offering fewer options can also prove ultimately beneficial to consumers, who end up liking features they might not have previously considered.
Obama “Made in America” ad Takes Aim at Republican Bailout Criticism
In perhaps a canny political move, the commercial will only be seen in Michigan, which is, funnily enough the next location for the Republican primaries.
GM, Peugeot-Citroen in Talks for Possible Alliance
The venture will also give Peugeot improved access to overseas markets such as China and South America; it could possibly even witness a return of the brand to the US for the first time since 1992.
Sir Elton John’s E-Type Jaguar Goes up for Auction
Nonetheless, the estimate is right in line with current E-Type prices in the UK, proving once again that collector car values are often fickle at best.
2013 Mercedes-Benz SL63 AMG Revealed Ahead of Geneva Motor Show Debut- Video
Power comes from 5.5-liter twin-turbo V8 that cranks out 529 horsepower, while cosmetically, the new AMG stands out via an aggressive looking aero package with a prominent front air dam, rocker panel and rear bumper cover extensions.
Survey Says US Consumers Keeping Vehicles for a Record Six Years
The findings from the Polk survey have also helped contribute to a rising average age of vehicles on American roads, which now stands at 10.8 years.
Hyundai Won’t Build a Pickup but Kia Might
Also, Kia isn’t entirely a stranger to trucks, having unveiled a concept back in 2004 called the KC-4 Mojave.
Hyundai and Kia Named in Hybrid Patent Lawsuit
As for the latest suit, Paice claims that it repeatedly tried to contact Hyundai as early as 2004, in order to discuss its patent Hybrid technology, but says that with the development of the Sonata Hybrid sedan, the automaker infringed upon three patents owned by Paice.
Saab North American Heritage Collection Goes up for Auction
McTevia & Associates, the legal firm brought in to deal with Saab North America’s creditors and dispose of its remaining assets, announced that cars in the Heritage Collection will be sent to auction (bids had to be registered before Friday, February 10 at 12 noon Eastern).
Ford Recalling 2012 Expeditions and Lincoln Navigators for Faulty Head Restraints
Ford says that the issue concerns insufficient welds on the support brackets, on the right and side, second row seat only, the other seats in these vehicles are not affected by the recall.
Mosport International Raceway now Canadian Tire Motorsport Park
The deal, which will see the track renamed Canadian Tire Motorsport Park, includes upgrading current facilities, such as adding better spectactor stands, improved pit and garage areas for race teams, plus efforts to improve the overall race experience at the track for members of the public, corporate partners and race participants alike.
Toyota’s 100 Cars for Good Program Returning in 2012
In order to determine which non profits receive the cars, Toyota has organized a public voting pole on its corporate Facebook page, with the winners selected based on the highest number of votes.
2013 Mitsubishi Outlander Revealed Ahead of Geneva Debut
Sources say the new Outlander, which will initially go on sale in Russia this summer followed by other European markets, will be powered by 2.0-liter gas four-cylinder and 2.2-liter MIEVC diesel engines with a choice of front or all-wheel drive.
Former President Bush Says He Would Bail Out Automakers Again
While still in office, Bush pushed through a rescue package of some $25 billion in emergency aid, $4 billion set aside for Chrysler, while some $13.4 was allocated to GM; this was followed by an additional $60 billion from the Obama administration in 2009.
Hyundai Gives Details on Sonata Hybrid Lifetime Battery Warranty
As result, there has been much speculation in regards to exactly what this battery warranty covers and doesn’t cover, though Hyundai, in an attempt to address these rumors has finally set the record straight.
Hyundai-Kia “Rivalry” Could Hinder Growth
Frank Ahrens, a spokesman for Hyundai, said the car-to-car rivalry between the two brands, extends to all segments; further complicating matters is the fact that although Hyundai and Kia are overseen by the same chairman (Chung Mong Koo) and share a development center, they are run as two separate companies and arch rivals at that.
