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10 Concept Cars That Didn’t Go Anywhere
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Every new auto show brings another exciting round of wild concept cars. But do these ideas ever make it to reality?
Porsche Cayenne e-Hybrid Plug-in Model Coming in 2014
When the Porsche Cayenne gets its mid-cycle refresh in 2014, the German automaker will offer a plug-in hybrid variant to the SUV lineup called e-Hybrid.
GM Aims for 500,000 Electrified Vehicles by 2017
General Motors is focusing on plug-in technology for the next five years, aiming to have 500,000 vehicles on the road with some form of electrification by 2017.
Toyota Issues Voluntary Recalls for 2004-2009 Prius Models
Toyota will conduct two voluntary safety recalls on 2004-2009 Prius models, one to replace the steering intermediate extension shaft and another to replace the electric water pump for the hybrid system.
Honda Planning Three-Tier Hybrid Range
First announced as part of the upcoming Acura NSX and RLX, Honda is developing a three-stage hybrid rollout strategy that will include applications specifically targeted to premium, mid-size and compact models.
Honda Reveals i-DCD Dual-Clutch Hybrid for Small Cars
As a part of its new Earth Dreams powertrain rollout, Honda has announced a new 1.5-liter 4-cylinder hybrid mated to a dual-clutch transmission that it believes will deliver segment-leading fuel economy while retaining the brand’s core fun-to-drive quality.
EV Costs Must Dip to Spur Significant Sales: Study
Despite finally starting to gain traction, EVs and plug-in hybrids will continue to struggle until prices decrease according to a new study.
Toyota Breaks 1 M Hybrid Sale Mark in 10 Months
Toyota was proud to announce that it had reached global sales of 4.6-million hybrid vehicles, with 1.02-million hybrids sold this year alone up to October 31, 2012.
Green Car of the Year Finalists Announced
Five fuel efficient cars are vying for the “Green Car of the Year” award, which will be announced in only a few weeks during the L.A. Auto Show.
Vote for the AutoGuide Reader’s Choice Car of the Year for a Chance to Win $1,000 in Gas
With the end of the year upon us, it’s time to get your votes ready for our Reader’s Choice awards. Have your say and cast a vote for your favorites in six different categories of cars, including our overall Reader’s Choice Car of the Year.
Fisker Reports $30 M Loss in N.J. Port From Sandy
Fisker is reporting that it lost $30 million in inventory after Superstorm Sandy flooded a New Jersey port.
Toyota Prius Burns After Being Flooded by Sandy
Hurricane Sandy gave the Eastern portion of the United States a what for last week, not to mention the Caribbean and points far beyond. Amid all the destruction and misery the automotive industry was impacted in a number of ways. In particular, the safety of electric cars has been brought up.
Toyota Prius Design May be on the Chopping Block
If it isn’t broke, don’t fix it, or so the old saying goes, but Toyota might be aiming to do just that.
Toyota Prius Models Catch Fire as a Result of Hurricane Sandy
The Fisker Karma didn’t need any more bad press when several models caught fire after being submerged in water at a New Jersey port during Hurricane Sandy. But now it appears the luxury hybrid wasn’t alone in its combustion.
Ford Fusion Gets All New Advertising Campaign – Video
The all-new Ford Fusion is the American automaker’s newest competitor in the midsize sedan market, and Ford will be kicking off its marketing campaign for the car with three new television commercials.
Lexus NX 200t and NX 300h Trademarked
Toyota has recently filed for a trademark on the nameplates NX 200t, and NX 300h, which further suggests that the Lexus is working on a small crossover to fit in below the RX.
BMW i4 Could Debut at LA Auto Show
BMW’s i sub-brand is focused on sustainable mobility by offering purpose-built electric vehicles. The company has already revealed two amped-up concepts with the i3 and i8, but rumor has it another model is on the way.
Lexus LF-CC Concept Previews Future Designs: 2012 SEMA Show
Debuting last month at the 2012 Paris Motor Show, the Lexus LF-CC is now enjoying its North American debut at the 2012 SEMA Show.
Honda CR-Z Supercharged Concept Video, First Look: 2012 SEMA Show
Enthusiasts have been begging for it and Honda’s sales could certainly use it, yet the Japanese automaker continues to only tease the idea of a higher performance version of its CR-Z sport hybrid.
Honda CR-Z Supercharged Concept is One Step Closer to Reality: 2012 SEMA Show
A year ago Honda previewed a new engine at the SEMA Show and twelve months later it has found a home. The engine is a supercharged 1.5-liter hybrid and the car is the CR-Z.
Toyota Camry Certain to Retain Title of Best Selling Car in America
For the 11th straight year, Toyota is confident that its Camry model will take home the coveted title of America’s best-selling car.
Porsche 918 Spyder Almost $1M When Well Equipped
Porsche’s upcoming 918 spyder supercar hasn’t been media shy. It’s got 800 hp, it ran a 7:14 lap around the Nurburgring, but what about the most important number: the price?
Lexus Focusing on Hybrid Sales in North America
Lexus is aiming to boost its hybrid lineup sales in North America above its currently level of around 10 percent. As a result, expect plenty more hybrid offerings from the Japanese automaker in the near future.
Lexus LF-CC Concept Heading to 2012 SEMA Show
It may not be the exquisite LF-LC Blue concept that just debuted in Australia, but Lexus will be heading to the 2012 SEMA Show with its LF-CC Coupe concept that was revealed last month at the 2012 Paris Motor Show.
