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GM Might Return to Facebook Advertising: Exec Says
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GM’s about-face advertising policy raised a few eyebrows this month, but based on the latest from GM global chief marketing officer Joel Ewanick, the company might not be quite as far over the cuckoo’s nest as you might think.
Scion FR-S Drifted by Canadian Pro Pat Cyr- Video
After recently announcing a sponsorship of Canadian drifter Pat Cyr, Scion has released a video of the professional taking the FR-S on the track for some tire burning action.
2013 Chevrolet Cruze Facelift Leaked in Video?
The Chevrolet Cruze is getting a facelift for the 2013 model year, and this commercial released by the Korean arm of Chevrolet may have just given away the new style of the car.
Honda, Lexus Tops in Perceived Quality: Study
The perceived quality of a brand takes years to build, and a reputation can be tarnished by one faulty car. Honda ranks at the top of the perceived quality list, followed closely by Toyota and Subaru.
RAM 1500 Tops List of Most Dangerous Cars in America
There’s a pretty common stereotype that if it’s an American-built pickup, it’s nice and strong. Not only is it built to last, but it’s built to withstand any major accidents and safely protect its occupants.
Ford Focus ST Performance Academy Offers Free Hot Lap Training
Driving enthusiasts in select cities across the U.S. will have the chance to drive Ford Focus ST with professional race instruction this summer.
Manchester United and Chevrolet Forge Advertising Partnership
General Motors’ advertising strategy made headlines several times already this year, but the latest revelation just might be the strangest yet.
Chevrolet Corvette ZR1 Makes History, Paces Indy 500
With the Chevrolet Corvette celebrating it’s 60th anniversary for the 2013 model year, it’s probably appropriate that an example of the hottest-ever factory Chevy sports car found itself selected as pace car for the annual Indianapolis 500.
California Law Aims at Increasing Zero Emission Vehicle Sales
California has been known for leading the way when it comes to encouraging the sale of EVs, and once again the state is taking a new step by amending a law to sets a higher base limit for the number of zero-emissions vehicles each automaker has to sell in the state yearly.
Drag Racing School in the Camaro ZL1
Muscle cars of the 1960s were originally conceived with one thing in mind – accelerate as fast as possible in a straight line. Today, their modern equivalents can do a good deal more, such as stop and go around corners.
2013 Ford Fiesta Sedan Face lift Caught in Spy Photos
The Ford Fiesta is getting a new face and some new power options for the 2013 model year, and our spy photographers have caught the small sedan out testing in Germany.
Ford Explorer Interceptor Chosen by California Highway Patrol
Until recently the traditional choice for police cars was very simple: almost always a Ford Crown Victoria P71 Police Interceptor, but with the legendary cop cruiser out of production, forces across the country have had to turn elsewhere, diversifying the pack.
Ford RallyCross Team Release Video
The first 2012 Global RallyCross Championship took place this past weekend, and the Ford race team took home the two top spots.
Fisker’s Sold Over 1,000 Karmas this Year
Overall it has been a very tumultuous year for Fisker. First, its Karma model flatlines during Consumer Reports testing, then it’s blamed for a house fire and now NHTSA has launched a probe as a result of that fire incident.
Chrysler 300C Launching in China Next Month
Despite an unpopular initial offering, the Chrysler 300C will return to China late next month for a second stab at the country’s burgeoning luxury market.
SRT Boss Wants Performance Diesel Vehicles
Diesel is quickly becoming a new option for car makers looking to have powerful, yet fuel friendly engines. Mercedes and BMW’s AMG and M, in house tuning divisions have announced future diesel vehicles catered for performance driving, and it looks like the SRT brand will be offering its own in the future.
2013 Cadillac XTS to get Additional Driver Assist Tech in Fall
Cadillac is developing a self-driving car, but until its ready, the company is offering a long list of collision avoidance features that will debut on the all new full size sedan, the XTS.
RAM 1500 Diesel Could be in the Works
In today’s pickup truck market, you can only get a diesel engine if you step past the half-tons and get into a 3/4 ton or 1 ton truck, but that won’t be the case for long as RAM may be testing out a small diesel option for its 1500 pickup.
$600,000 of General Motors Ad Agency Work Tied to CFOs Wife
Recently, General Motors gave a subtle shock to the world by announcing that it would not be advertising in next year’s Super Bowl, and that it was also pulling $10 million worth of Facebook advertisements.
SRT Dart Hinted at by Brand Boss
SRT is Chrysler’s high-power tuning branch, and its latest creation is the 640-hp Viper, a car which brand boss Ralph Gilles said is necessary today because of the high horsepower competition coming from the companies rivals.
GMs EcoCar2 Challenge Could Win You a Job
Across North America, 15 teams will be participating in the EcoCar2 Challenge, a three-year alternative fuels vehicle competition sponsored by General Motors and the Department of Energy.
Cadillac XTS-V a No Go, Don’t Count on Hybrid Either
Amidst all that’s unique about the Cadillac XTS, the powertrain stands out as a less-than-original feature.
Chevrolet Volt Lures Customers from Other Brands
The Chevrolet Volt is converting Prius faithfuls to the bowtie brand as nearly seven in 10 new Volt buyers trade in a competitor’s vehicle to get one, according to Chevy.
Chevrolet Cruze Fire Probe Expands to 370,000 Vehicles
Earlier in April, NHTSA announced an investigation into a possible fire risk on the 2011 Chevrolet Cruze after two vehicles had been completely destroyed. The initial investigation covered 177,000 vehicles from the 2011 model year, but NHTSA is now expanding the investigation to include the 2012 model year raising the total figure to 370,000 vehicles…
