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Ford Sees Major Growth in ‘Super Segment’ Vehicles
Ford is rolling four key vehicle segments – subcompact, compact, small utility vehicles, and midsize sedans – into one, naming it the super segment.
80 Percent Cut to Fuel Use, Emissions Possible by 2050: Report
A report from the National Research Council states that the U.S. could reduce fossil fuel consumption and greenhouse gas emissions by as much as 80 percent by 2050 in cars and trucks.
Subaru XV Crosstrek Hybrid, Performance Concept Coming to NY Auto Show
Subaru will debut its first ever gasoline-electric production vehicle, the XV Crosstrek hybrid, at the 2013 New York Auto Show, alongside an all-new performance concept car.
Chevy Volt, Cadillac ELR May Get 3-Cylinder Engine
As automakers continue to strive towards improving fuel economy across its lineup, General Motors is considering a smaller, lighter-weight three-cylinder engine for its Chevrolet Volt and Cadillac ELR models.
F1 Pilot Sergio Perez Tests McLaren P1 on Top Gear Test Track – Video
Fresh from its unveiling at the Geneva Motor Show, McLaren has moved from showcasing the new P1’s design, to it’s performance.
Acura ‘Gears Up’ to Take NSX Racing
Honda has made clear its intentions to take the NSX racing, both in its home country of Japan, and America, and with the announcement of a new technical partnership today that becomes a step closer to reality.
2016 Audi A5 to Gain Plug-in Hybrid Variant
The current-generation Audi A5 is widely considered a success for the German automaker, blending a stunningly stylish body with luxury and performance.
Henrik Fisker Quits Company that Bears His Name
Henrik Fisker, founder and Executive Chairman of Fisker Automotive, has resigned his position at the struggling automaker the bears his name.
Hyundai Santa Fe Hybrid a “Maybe” says CEO Krafcik
Hyundai may be looking to take on the Toyota Highlander Hybrid, with its own gasoline-electric version of the Santa Fe.
Ford Recalls 6,500 New Vehicles Over Child Safety Lock Defect
Families with 2013 Ford C-Max, Escape and Focus vehicles will be paying a visit to the nearest Ford service department as soon as possible, over a defective child safety door lock.
Chevy Volt Tops Prius Plug-in, Nissan Leaf in Green Car Sales Race
Despite a rocky start, sales of the Chevrolet Volt rose to 30,090 units in 2012, making it the top selling plug-in vehicle on the market.
260-MPG XL1 Just the First of Many New VW Plug-in Hybrids
With just 250 being made and a rumored six-figure price, Volkswagen’s new 261 MPG plug-in hybrid may sound like a science project, but the German automaker insists it’s a halo model that will usher in an era of plug-in hybrids.
Consumer Reports Blasts Honda Civic Hybrid Reliability
Hybrid vehicles are considered a risky long-term purchase by some, with unknown reliability of hybrid batteries and worries of possible replacement costs. While those fears may be exaggerated, Consumer Reports has found some damning evidence on one particular model: the Honda Civic Hybrid.
Ask AutoGuide No. 2 – Uday’s Ultimatum
“Ask AutoGuide!” is our newest feature. It debuted last week to copious fanfare and considerable tweeting. Its premiere was the internet equivalent of a ticker-tape parade but without the high-school ribbon dancers and mess of confetti.
2014 Infiniti QX60 Hybrid aka JX Hybrid to Bow at NY Auto Show
Infiniti will unveil an all new crossover model at the New York International Auto Show in just a few weeks, expanding its hybrid range and continuing its new naming strategy.
Scion FR-S Hybrid Under Consideration Says Chief Engineer
Just over a year on sale, Toyota is already working on a mid-cycle update for the Scion FR-S, chief engineer Tetsuya Tada has confirmed. Having proven to the bean-counters that the car is a sound business case, Toyota is now also exploring a higher performance version that could include forced induction, or even a hybrid…
Subaru Viziv Concept Video, First Look
Subaru is exploring every avenue for fuel efficiency with its new diesel-hybrid Viziv concept.
2014 Volkswagen XL1 Video, First Look
Could this be Volkswagen’s Prius? A fuel efficient halo car, the XL1 is expected to deliver a whopping 261-mpg thanks to its tiny engine, low weight and slip-stream design.
Kia Provo Concept Video, First Look
Kia showcased a possible rival for the Nissan Juke compact-crossover this week at the Geneva Motor Show, features funky styling, a turbocharged engine and one extra trick up it’s sleeve: a hybrid powertrain.
Ferrari LaFerrari Video First Look
It’s been a decade since the Enzo launched and changed the automotive landscape, now Ferrari is hoping for a repeat with a supercar it calls LaFerrari.
Lexus IS 300h Unveiled with 220 HP, Not For Sale in US
Although it won’t be heading to America anytime soon, the Lexus IS 300h made its European debut at the 2013 Geneva Motor Show.
Volkswagen XL1 Gets 261-MPG, is NOT a Concept Car
With a claimed 261-mpg rating, the Volkswagen XL1 is the most fuel efficient car in the world while sporting a design like no other car on the road today.
Subaru Viziv Concept Previews Future Styling, Diesel-Hybrid Tech
At the 2013 Geneva Motor Show today, Subaru held the worldwide debut of its Viziv Concept, a future-generation crossover concept with a Subaru Boxer Diesel Hybrid under the hood.
Mitsubishi GR-HEV Concept Unveiled as a Diesel-Hybrid Heavy-Duty Pickup
Mitsubishi has just revealed what it calls the GR-HEV Concept at the 2013 Geneva Motor Show, a diesel-hybrid sport utility truck featuring a 2.5-liter Mitsubishi Clean Diesel powerplant paired with an electric motor.
