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Volkswagen XL1 to Cost $146,600
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It’s obvious that the Volkswagen XL1 isn’t made for the general automotive consumer, but with a price tag of $146,600, is it made for anyone at all?
Cummins Diesel V8 Considered for Toyota Tundra
Recently, Nissan signed on board to equip its Titan pickup with the Cummins diesel V8 powerplant, and now Toyota is considering doing the same for its Tundra.
Top 10 Reasons to Buy a Diesel Car
When it comes to alternative fuel vehicles, hybrid and electric cars are all the rage these days. However, diesel still has its selling points and a diesel-powered car may be the right ride for you. Some may say that horsepower is what matters, but anyone with a basic understanding of an internal combustion engine can…
Available Diesel Models Expected to Double in 2014
Plenty of new diesel models are coming to America with industry watchers predicting the number of diesel-powered cars will double in 2014.
2015 Nissan Titan to Gain Cummins Diesel V8
As it turns out, Nissan poached more than just an executive from Chrysler’s Ram truck brand when Fred Diaz leaped lilly pads.
BMW X5 xDrive35d Recalled for Fire Hazard
BMW is issuing a recall for its 2009 and 2010 X5 xDrive35d SUVs for a potential loss of battery power and the risk of a vehicle fire.
Appeal for Alternative Fuel Luxury Cars Declining: Study
A new study suggests that luxury car buyers could be losing interest in alternative fuel vehicles.
Alpina D3 Bi-Turbo Diesel Heading for Frankfurt Motor Show Debut
Earlier this year, Alpina unveiled its B3 Bi-Turbo at the Geneva Motor Show, and now the in-house BMW tuner will debut a diesel-powered version of that same car at the upcoming Frankfurt Motor Show in September.
Five-Point Inspection: 2013 Mercedes-Benz GL350 BlueTec
Like its German rivals, Mercedes-Benz offers a wide selection of cars, crossovers and SUVs to fit seemingly every niche. With luxury brands fighting to get ahead in each segment of the market, every combination of body-type, engine size and price-point are available in some way or another.
Honda Debuts Civic Wagon… for Europe
Honda has unveiled its 2014 Civic Tourer, ahead of its 2013 Frankfurt Motor Show debut.
Chrysler-Fiat Favors Diesel, Turbo Tech Over EVs: Exec
Chrysler-Fiat won’t be investing into electric vehicles until consumers are willing to pay for the technology, according to Bob Lee, head of Fiat and Chrysler global Powertrain.
Volkswagen Unveils New Diesel Motor to Replace 2.0L TDI
Volkswagen has announced that a new diesel engine is coming to the 2015 Passat, Golf, Jetta and Beetle, to replace the current 2.0-liter diesel offering.
2014 BMW 328d Gets 45 Highway MPG
There’s good news for luxury diesel fans now that the EPA has released official fuel economy ratings for the 2014 BMW 328d.
Maserati Ghibli Detailed in Mega Gallery
The all-new Maserati Ghibli made its world premiere at the 2013 Shanghai Motor Show, marking the first time the Italian automaker will have two four-door sedans on sale at the same time.
Mazda6 Racer is First Diesel Powered Winner at Indianapolis Motor Speedway
The Mazda6 diesel race car didn’t just bring diesel racing back to Indianapolis Motor Speedway, it also captured the first victory by a diesel-powered race car at the famous track.
Mazda6 Brings Diesel Racing Back to Indianapolis Motor Speedway
This weekend, the Grand-Am Racing series heads to Indianapolis Motor Speedway for the Brickyard Grand Prix and will mark the first time a diesel car has raced at the famous track since the 1952 Indianapolis 500.
2014 RAM 1500 EcoDiesel Will Tow up to 9,200 Pounds
RAM has announced that its 2014 1500 EcoDiesel will be able to tow up to 9,200 lbs, as much as most HEMI-powered RAM models.
Mercedes E-350 Bluetec Introduces Nine-Speed Automatic
Mercedes-Benz has officially introduced the world’s first nine-speed automatic transmission with torque converter in its new E 350 BlueTEC.
How the Ram 1500’s Diesel Almost Wound Up in the Cadillac CTS
Ram recently announced its new 1500 diesel model, powered by a 3.0-liter EcoDiesel V6; but the story behind that engine’s development actually involves one of the American automaker’s major competitors.
Chevrolet Cruze Diesel Test Nets 816 Miles on a Tank
Something interesting happened this year in the world of domestic compact cars. Chevrolet released a diesel version of its globally-marketed Cruze sedan.
Ford is Only Detroit Automaker to Decline Light-Duty Diesel
Speaking at a recent press event, Ford officials have confirmed that the American automaker has no immediate plans to bring a diesel-powered F-150 to market.
Volkswagen Golf GTD Reconfirmed for US Market
Volkswagen has reconfirmed that the Golf GTD will be heading to the U.S., likely for the 2016 model year.
Diesel Cost of Ownership Lower Than Gas: Study
According to a recent study by the University of Michigan Transportation Research Institute, diesel owners save about $2,000 to $6,000 over three to five years compared to owners of corresponding gas vehicles.
Volkswagen XL1 to Drive in 2013 Goodwood Hill Climb
Joining all the other vehicles in this year’s Goodwood Festival of Speed hill climb is the Volkswagen XL1, driven by Formula 1 legend and six-time Le Mans winner, Jacky Ickx.
