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Fed Probe Targets Ford, GM Vans for Rust Problems
In response to the probe, Ford Motor Company has already said it will fully cooperate with the Feds on the issue, according to statement by company spokesman Dan Pierce. Approximately 63,000 Ford and Mercury minivans are believed to be affected by the problem.
Top 10 Winter Vehicles Named by Kelly Blue Book
When all was said and done, the results of their findings revealed a rather diverse range of vehicles, from cars to minivans, trucks and SUVs, though all of them shared a common trait, namely a user friendly all-wheel drive or four-wheel drive system, designed to maintain traction in slippery conditions.
21-Week Idle Scheduled for GM Truck Plants
The reason, is to allow time for the General to re-tool these facilities so they can switch over to the updated 2013 full-size pickups, of which production is scheduled to begin during the latter half of next year.
New Car Sales Predicted to Top 13 Million This Year
Current estimates from both groups predict even stronger demand in 2012, with current projections set at some 13.8 million units.
Ford Helps Santa Go Green
As a result, in order to deal with both issues, Ford has developed a new sleigh with cutting edge technology , including a 1.0-liter EcoBoost engine (which will help Santa save some 191,843 tonnes of CO2 and £110 million/$176 million on fuel costs.
2016 Chevy Camaro Confirmed With 6.2L V8
Yet, aside from information apparently gleaned from inside sources at the General that the next iteration of the Camaro will debut as a 2016 model and it will retain the 6.2-liter V8, not much else is currently being revealed.
Brakes that Don’t Squeal: The Latest GM Invention
The new disc design follows on from corrosion resistance technology developed by GM and while still undergoing testing, could become available on certain cars and trucks in the General’s lineup within two to three years.
Cadillac Planning New Models to Keep Up With China Demand
Kevin Wale, who head’s up the brand’s operations in that country, said at a recent press conference in Shanghai, that the brand plans to boost production by some 40 percent in the next two years.
Honda Importing Made-in-China Fit Models to Canada
In Honda’s case it also helps squeeze more money out of its small cars, which are relatively popular with buyers in Canada, yet traditionally far less profitable than larger models.
Electric Jeep Grand Cherokee to Debut at Detroit Auto Show
Fitted with a 37 kw/h battery pack, the electric Grand Cherokee is said to have a range of 100 miles, based on information released from AMP. Final pricing and distributors are expected to be announced during the vehicle’s unveiling in Detroit.
BMW M6 Convertible to Bow at Detroit Auto Show
Other M6 Cabrio features include a seven-speed transmission with Drivelogic, though rumors are surfacing that a six-speed manual could be offered for US customers.
Citroën To Launch Fiat 500 Rival At Geneva Auto Show
As a result ,a smaller DS1 model, which will sport a range of three-cylinder engines, is planned as a 500 fighter and could even spawn a performance oriented version with 130 hp or more, especially given the availability of the 500 Abarth.
Infiniti Planning to Shift Production Outside Japan
Getting back to the present, Infiniti (despite assembling the goliath QX SUV in the US for a time) currently doesn’t build any vehicles outside Japan, though Andy Palmer, executive vice president for the brand said recently that,”as cars come up for renewal, generally they’re being relocated in a function of where the majority of sales...
Youngman and Turkish Government Interested in Saab Assets
It’s probably not surprising, but considering the money it’s already put out to try and save Saab, China’s Zhejiang Youngman Lotus Automobile Co Ltd, is still interested in acquiring what assets it can
Next Generation Nissan Titan Delayed
However those plans, which reportedly would have seen a revamped Titan rolled out in 2013 have now been pushed back at least a year.
2014 Audi R8 May Get Turbo V8, Dual Clutch Transmission
Besides adopting a multi-material inner structure, which includes carbonfiber for parts such as the transmission tunnel, B-pillars and engine firewall, the new R8 will also feature a 450 horsepower 4.0-liter V8, while the optional V10 motor will be hiked in output to around 550 hp.
Chinese Cars Improving Says Latest JD Power Survey
The gains in quality were largely due to a reduction in problems relating to vehicle exterior and engine/transmission components, as well as significant strides in the minivan sector (which saw a reduction of some 265 problems per 100 vehicles).
Hyundai i30 (Elantra Touring) to Get Turbo Engine
The car will reportedly boast sportier styling than the existing i30 hatchback and likely be powered by a 1.6-liter blown four-banger, rated at around 200 hp (this motor will also be used to power a spicier version Kia’s Euro market C’eed hatchback).
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End of the Line: Ford Ranger Production Ends Today
Overall Ranger sales peaked in 1999 at some 348,358 units, yet since then demand for Ford’s compact pickup and small trucks in general has been shrinking, rapidly.
North American Car of the Year Finalists Include Focus, Elantra and Passat
This year, finalists for the NACOTY award are the 2012 Ford Focus, Hyundai Elantra and Volkswagen Passat, while finalists for the North American Truck of the Year award comprise the 2012 BMW X3, Honda CR-V and Range Rover Evoque.
Jeep Pickup Kits Wildly Popular With Customers
When it does eventually materialize, based on current demand from the JK-8 kits, having a pickup would no doubt bolster sales of the existing Wrangler lineup. It could also draw in buyers from other small pickups who next year, will have very few options when it comes to new, compact truck offerings.
2013 Mercedes-Benz SL Details Officially Revealed
Other improvements include a more efficient powertrain, in the shape of a smaller displacement 4.7-liter V8 that sports direct injection and more power than its predecessor (429 hp and a wallopping 516 lb-ft of torque) and a tweaked 7-speed automatic transmission with improved Driver-Adaptive shift calibration.
Ford F-150 Named Motor Trend “Truck of the Year”
This is something Motor Trend magazine duly noted, during it’s annual truck of the year test for 2012 models. When all was said and done, the F-150 scored a solid lead over rival contenders, including Nissan’s new full-size van, the NV and the Ram HD Laramie Longhorn.
Volvo V60 Plug-In Hybrid Revealed
Volvo says it plans to build just 1000 V6 Plug-in Hybrids for 2012, all will be aimed exclusively at European customers and all of them will be finished in just one exterior color; Electric Silver.
