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Chevrolet Corvette Sales On The Uptick After Years Of Downturn
Automotive News is reporting that the Chevrolet Corvette sales are on the rebound after being on a steady decline since 2006. At their peak 5 years ago, Chevrolet moved 36,518 Corvettes. By contrast, Chevrolet only sold 12,624 in 2010. The first two months of 2011 have seen a 13 percent sales increase compared to January…
Ford, NHTSA Still in Talks Over Larger F-150 Airbag Recall
A more significant recall of Ford F-150 trucks is probable, as talks between the automaker and the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) continue. In February Ford issued a recall of 144,000 F-150 models dating from 2005-2006 in response to a request by the government agency. That recall was not, however, satisfactory, with NHTSA requesting…
General Motors Cuts $10,000 From Volt, Plans For Higher Oil Prices
For all the dismissive attitudes surrounding GM CEO Dan Akerson, his latest machinations seem particularly astute, even if they don’t quite jibe with the tastes of “car guys”. For months, Akerson has been creating a contingency plan for when oil prices rise to $120 per barrel. Akerson is on record stating that “I don’t think…
Saleen Performance Vehicles Will Stop Producing Mustangs
Saleen Performance Vehicles announced that it will end production of their Saleen Mustang vehicles in order to focus on aftermarket parts. The final vehicle, a 2011 Saleen S302, will end a lineage that stretches back to 1983. Production will end in the third quarter of 2011. Saleen was recognized as the last word in high…
Cadillac SRX, Buick Lacrosse, Recalled Over Defroster Defect
General Motors is recalling 10,179 Buick Lacrosse sedans and Cadillac SRX crossovers due to a fault defroster. The problem is actually a software glitch rather than a physical defect, but one that prevents the unit from properly clearing the windshield. Should the windshield fail to be clear, visibility problems could arise and result in a…
Ford’s Fuel Economy Plan Doesn’t Include Diesels, Global Products Boss Explains Why
Despite plans by both Mazda and General Motors to bring diesel passenger cars to North America, Ford isn’t biting. The moves made by both automakers are partially in response to demand, but more importantly in response to increasingly strict CAFE standards that they need to meet. According to Ford global product boss Derrick Kuzak, the…
Jeep Wrangler Recalled for Drivetrain Issues
The 2010-2011 Jeep Wrangler has been recalled over improperly torqued front and rear axle fasteners, which could degrade steering abilities and cause an accident. NHTSA says the 19 improperly adjusted fasteners could result in “noise, or ultimately, degradation in steering and handling characteristics.” Anytime there are loose bolts in the drivetrain is a problem, so…
Fisker To Launch Karma Derivative At Frankfurt Auto Show
Plug-in automotive upstart Fisker Automotive have had their share of delays, but the company is still working on expanding its product portfolio, even though the first customer cars have still not been delivered. While many were hoping to have taken delivery of the Karma plug-in hybrid sedan last year, delays have pushed that date to…
Dual-Clutch Transmission On New Fiesta Has Issues, Ford Is Trying To Fix The Issue Quietly
The new Ford Fiesta has been well received by both the members of the press and the buying public. However, some who have spent their hard earned on a new Fiesta aren’t exactly having the time of their lives. According to reports, some Fiesta owners have been complaining about the dual-clutch automatic transmission. The so-called…
Chevrolet To Unveil New Camaro Variant At Camaro5Fest
The perpetual tide of new Chevrolet Camaro variants keeps rolling in, with another new model set to be unveiled at Camaro5Fest. Details are scant but the event, a gathering for members of a 5th generation Camaro forum, should be a venue that will ensure an enthusiastic reception for Chevrolet. The new model will be unveiled…
Chrysler Unveils New Ram Cargo Van
Switchable transmission gear shifting, low drag rear bearings and brake calipers, along with a standard rear spoiler are designed to save fuel, especially important among many small business owners who rely on such vehicles.
Tesla Model S To Launch With Three Trim Levels Denoting Different Battery Ranges
With most car manufacturers, the different trim levels often signify how well-equipped a vehicle is. But the new Tesla Model S electric car will use them in a different manner, with the three trims carrying different batteries, ranging from 160 to 300 miles. The first cars produced by Tesla will be a limited run of…
Ford’s New Police Interceptors Get Flogged By Real Cops
To help silence the critics, the Blue Oval put together a test at it’s Arizona Proving Grounds and invited a select number of law enforcement officers from the US and Canada to put the new sedan and utility through their paces.
Buick Verano Turbo to Get More Potent Engine With 250-HP
When Buick debuted its new Verano compact luxury car at the Detroit Auto Show, it announced a 177-hp standard model as well as a Turbo version. No specific numbers on the Verano Turbo were available, but Buick did say it would use the same 2.0-liter turbocharged 4-cylinder as found under the Regal. That being said,…
Next-Gen Chevy Colorado Pickup Teased
However, unlike the new Ranger, GM is not giving up on the North American market when it comes to small trucks, one source says that the new Colorado was specifically engineered to conform to US and Canadian federal requirements.
Buick Sales Surpass Lexus, May Become America’s Top Luxury Brand
It’s not too hard to remember the days when Buick was the butt of jokes, with many suggesting that Buick be killed off during the General Motors bankruptcy in 2008, rather than Pontiac. In a few short years, the fortunes of Buick have reversed spectacularly, and the brand is now the second most popular luxury…
Mazda May Suspend Joint Venture Production With Ford
Mazda is considering ending their joint venture with Ford based in Flat Rock, Michigan. “We have been studying various measures to improve business of Auto Alliance International, but nothing has been decided,” Mazda spokeswoman Kozue Nitta told Reuters. The mid-size Mazda6 is currently built at the Michigan facility, and the car is selling poorly despite…
2011 Dodge Grand Caravan Gets $1,000 Discount for New $23,995 Base Price
Dodge has announced a cut to the base price of the 2011 Grand Caravan minivan, reducing the MSRP by $1,000 on the entry-level Express model. At just $23,995 the refreshed Grand Caravan is now the cheapest minivan on the market. In addition, the Mainstreet model is $250 cheaper and priced at $25,745. For 2011 the…
Jeep Planning Supermini SUV With Wrangler Styling
Some of that Fiat influence is sneaking into Jeep, and more of it than expected. The brand is planning to launch a supermini SUV to compete against the MINI Cooper and Audi A1 (and, by extension, the Fiat 500) that will be even smaller than the Wrangler, while aping its macho styling cues. “There’s definitely…
Ford Fiesta Is Bringing Back The Hatch as 5-Door Surprises as Most Popular Model
The success of the Ford Fiesta brings with it another trend—the revival of the hatchback, long-derided in America as being cheap without the cheerfulness. The Fiesta has dominated the small car segment below the Focus. Consumers are trading in their larger vehicles, even including the Honda Civic and Toyota Corolla, in response to increased gas…
Chrysler Recalls 248,000 Minivans and Crossovers for Engine Shutoff Risk
Chrysler announced a recall of 248,000 Dodge Journey, Grand Caravan, and Chrysler Town & Country models for a chance that the key could slip out while driving, shutting down the engine without warning. At least two rear-end collisions have occurred from this fault, says Chrysler and the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration. From driver contact…
2012 Ford Focus SE SFE Can Achieve 40-MPG, Other Versions Can’t
The 2012 Ford Focus is being eagerly awaited by those looking to buy a car in the C-segment of the market, which includes cars like the Hyundai Elantra and the Chevrolet Cruze. However, if you want to achieve the claimed 40-mpg fuel rating, you’ll have to choose the Focus SE SFE (Super Fuel Economy) model….
Next Ford Mustang to be Designed Globally
The car industry is shrinking the world. Nowhere is this more evident than at Ford, who has made an effort in recent years to bring its American lineup and styling in with the rest of the planet’s. So when the next Mustang comes out, expect to see it developed with design input from Ford’s European…
Ford Recalls 31,000 Vehicles for Fuel Risk, Electrical Problems
Ford announced a recall of their trucks and crossovers – including 23,688 Ranger pickup trucks – because of a fuel line near the throttle body shield that could leak fuel and cause a fire, and an electrical system that might short out and, well, cause a fire. Ford is recalling 8,022 Edge and Lincokn MKX…
