Volvo V40 Has Worlds First Pedestrian Airbag System – Videos

Volvo V40 Has Worlds First Pedestrian Airbag System – Videos
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Swedish automaker Volvo has always been known for manufacturing some of the world’s safest vehicles. But now Volvo is looking to not just protect the passengers in the car, but the pedestrians roaming the streets. We all know accidents happen, and try as we might to prevent them with technology – it’ll still happen because… Continue Reading...

Honda Looks To Its Dealers For Expansion Of CNG Station Infrastructure

Honda Looks To Its Dealers For Expansion Of CNG Station Infrastructure
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Honda is currently the only automaker offering CNG vehicles in the United States. Although it is nice to own an exclusive niche in the vast automotive market, it does have its limitations. Compressed natural gas stations are uncommon in North America and Honda hopes to change this by installing pumps at its dealers as it… Continue Reading...

2012 Dodge Journey Starts at $18,995, Third-Row Seating Free in March

2012 Dodge Journey Starts at $18,995, Third-Row Seating Free in March
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With a starting MSRP of $18,995, the 2012 Dodge Journey is now America’s most affordable seven-passenger vehicle, especially if you take advantage of its free third-row seating ($995 value) promotion in the month of March. Coming off an all-time February sales record, Dodge also announced that the SXT model will come with the 2.4L four-cylinder… Continue Reading...

2012 Dodge Ram 2500 Heavy Duty CNG Starts at $47,500

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2012 Dodge Ram 2500 Heavy Duty CNG Starts at $47,500
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Dodge has released pricing on their 2012 Ram 2500 Heavy Duty Compressed Natural Gas pickup truck, starting at $47,500 including a $995 destination charge. The Dodge Ram 2500 HD CNG will go head-to-head with the recently announced Chevrolet Silverado and GMC Sierra HD Pickups with CNG capability. The Ram 2500 HD CNG will be available as… Continue Reading...

Rolls-Royce Phantom Series II with More Efficiency, More Technology: 2012 Geneva Motor Show

Rolls-Royce Phantom Series II with More Efficiency, More Technology: 2012 Geneva Motor Show
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Changes included a revised front end with new front bumpers and full LED headlamp assemblies, plus the adoption of a ZF eight-speed automatic transmission and revised rear differential. Continue Reading...

2013 Mitsubishi Outlander is World’s First 4WD Plug-in Hybrid: 2012 Geneva Motor Show

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2013 Mitsubishi Outlander is World’s First 4WD Plug-in Hybrid: 2012 Geneva Motor Show
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The next-generation Mitsubishi Outlander has been unveiled at the Geneva Motor Show, sporting an innovative new plug-in hybrid system with an electric all-wheel drive feature. The unveiling of the new Outlander also symbolizes the beginning of an all-new generation of vehicles from Mitsubishi, where the Japanese automaker hopes to become a greener and more global… Continue Reading...

Chevrolet Cruze Station Wagon Makes World Debut: 2012 Geneva Motor Show

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Chevrolet Cruze Station Wagon Makes World Debut: 2012 Geneva Motor Show
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The third variant of the world’s favorite Chevrolet has made its world debut at the 2012 Geneva Motor Show. The Chevrolet Cruze station wagon will join the existing sedan and hatchback which together have sold more than 1-million globally since its launch in 2009. Unfortunately America won’t be watching creative commercials featuring the Cruze station… Continue Reading...

Custom Chrysler 300S by John Varvatos to be Auctioned for Charity – Video

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Famous fashion designer John Varvatos has teamed up with Chrysler to create a one-of-a-kind 300S that will be auctioned off with proceeds benefiting the Stuart House, an organization that serves and protects childhood sexual abuse victims. Known for his high fashion menswear, Varvatos reached out to Chrysler to see if they would be interested in… Continue Reading...

2013 BMW 6-Series Gran Coupe First for Brand: 2012 Geneva Motor Show

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2013 BMW 6-Series Gran Coupe First for Brand: 2012 Geneva Motor Show
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The 2013 BMW 6-Series Gran Coupe made its public debut today at the 2012 Geneva Motor Show. The four-door coupe is a first for the brand with a unique shape that features unusually flat proportions for a sedan, hence the “coupe” name. Under the hood, BMW offers a range of powerful engine options starting with… Continue Reading...

Jaguar XF Sportbrake, a Fancy Name for a Fancy Wagon: 2012 Geneva Motor Show

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Jaguar XF Sportbrake, a Fancy Name for a Fancy Wagon: 2012 Geneva Motor Show
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After seeing spy photos and leaked photos of the new Jaguar XF Sportbrake over the last few months, the real deal has finally been unveiled at the Geneva Motor Show. As expected, the station wagon variant of the Jaguar XF is as beautiful in the flesh as it is in photos. In fact, the XF Sportbrake… Continue Reading...

Rolls-Royce Phantom Series II Facelift Revealed: 2012 Geneva Motor Show

Rolls-Royce Phantom Series II Facelift Revealed: 2012 Geneva Motor Show
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Rolls-Royce has decided to roll out the red carpet for this year’s Geneva Motor Show, unveiling its Phantom Series II family of vehicles. The Phantom Sedan, Phantom Drophead Coupe, and Phantom Coupe have all received updates with “contemporary yet timeless design enhancements that frame the introduction of cutting-edge technologies which significantly improve the car’s drive-train,… Continue Reading...

2013 Toyota Yaris Hybrid Specs and Pricing Revealed: 2012 Geneva Motor Show

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2013 Toyota Yaris Hybrid Specs and Pricing Revealed: 2012 Geneva Motor Show
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The 2013 Toyota Yaris Hybrid will be revealed at the Geneva Motor Show in just a few hours, but the Japanese automaker has announced specifications and pricing ahead of time.  The base Yaris Hybrid will be the cheapest hybrid model on the market in Germany, with a price tag of about $22,410 (€16950). Powered by… Continue Reading...

First Fiat 500L Video Released: Geneva Motor Show Preview

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The Fiat 500L was revealed ahead of its Geneva Motor Show debut last month, but now on the eve of its debut the Italian automaker has released its first video showcasing the vehicle bumper to bumper. The wagon variant of the Fiat 500 has the “L” in its name for “Large” and is the replacement… Continue Reading...

2013 Audi A3 Hatchback Sheds a Few Pounds: 2012 Geneva Motor Show

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2013 Audi A3 Hatchback Sheds a Few Pounds: 2012 Geneva Motor Show
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Completely redesigned for the 2013 model year, the three-door Audi A3 has been revealed on the eve of the Geneva Motor Show. The A3 will be made available in the European market with engine choices of a 1.4L TFSI, 1.8L TFSI, and 2.0L TDI. With the help of the new “Audi ultra” lightweight technology, the… Continue Reading...

Bentley EXP 9 F SUV Concept Gets Mulsanne Looks: 2012 Geneva Motor Show

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Bentley EXP 9 F SUV Concept Gets Mulsanne Looks: 2012 Geneva Motor Show
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One of the most highly anticipated debuts at the 2012 Geneva Motor Show is the Bentley SUV Concept which the British luxury automaker has previewed ahead of its official reveal. Dubbed the EXP 9 F, the all-wheel drive luxury SUV is being displayed in concept form at the show powered by a 6.0L, twin-turbocharged W12… Continue Reading...

Mercedes-Benz F-Cell Goes Invisible Across Germany

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German luxury automaker Mercedes-Benz has launched some very brilliant marketing campaigns lately. The Viano interactive ad campaign was one of the most clever things we’ve ever seen, but it appears that Mercedes’ invisible F-Cell will dethrone it as the best of the best. To promote its newest fuel cell vehicle, Mercedes-Benz decided to make it invisible,… Continue Reading...

Shock! Chevy Volt Wins European Car of the Year: 2012 Geneva Motor Show

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Shock! Chevy Volt Wins European Car of the Year: 2012 Geneva Motor Show
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Although the Ampera is little more than a badge engineered version of the Volt, raising Opel’s profile should at least help the brand in the short term. Continue Reading...

Volkswagen Cross Coupe TDI Plug-In Hybrid Concept: Geneva Motor Show Preview

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Volkswagen Cross Coupe TDI Plug-In Hybrid Concept: Geneva Motor Show Preview
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German automaker Volkswagen looks to put an end of the debate of hybrid vs. diesel, by combining both technologies into one Cross Coupe Concept. First unveiled in gasoline-electric form at the Tokyo Motor Show, this new version is set to debut at the upcoming Geneva Motor Show. The TDI powerplant from VW is setup to… Continue Reading...

2014 Mercedes-Benz E-Class Facelift Detailed, Quad-Headlights Axed

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2014 Mercedes-Benz E-Class Facelift Detailed, Quad-Headlights Axed
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Recently news broke that German luxury automaker Mercedes-Benz was going to give its E-Class model a refresh for the 2014 model year. Now it appears that the facelift can come as soon as January 2013, and could possibly be a 2013 model year vehicle. Previously it was rumored that Mercedes would do away with the… Continue Reading...

Audi A3, A4, and Q7 to Get Plug-In Hybrid Variants, CEO Says

Audi A3, A4, and Q7 to Get Plug-In Hybrid Variants, CEO Says
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At the 2012 Audi Annual Press Conference, Audi CEO Rupert Stadler confirmed that the German automaker will be manufacturing plug-in hybrid variants of their A3, A4, and Q7 models. “While we are planning small-scale series production for this car, which is a vital element in our innovation and technology plans, the electric driving experience will… Continue Reading...

Chevrolet Volt Production Halted, Workers Temporarily Laid Off

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Chevrolet Volt Production Halted, Workers Temporarily Laid Off
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Earlier today we reported that the Chevrolet Volt sales nearly doubled in February, but doesn’t seem to have made a difference. General Motors announced today that Volt production will stop for five weeks from March 19 through April 23 in order to curb rising inventories of the plug-in hybrid. “We need to maintain the right inventory… Continue Reading...

Chevrolet Volt Sales Almost Double in February

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Chevrolet Volt Sales Almost Double in February
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Last month, to help regain Volt sales momentum, the company announced the availability of a California LEV emissions package that enables the car to finally qualify for single occupant status in the state’s HOV lanes. Continue Reading...

G-Power Makes The New BMW M5 Even Faster

G-Power Makes The New BMW M5 Even Faster
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There are plenty of people out there who would be very content with the performance of the new BMW M5 (model designation F10). However, there is also no shortage of people who are never content with what the factory offers and thus look for companies that make their fast cars even faster. G-Power has been… Continue Reading...

Audi RS5 Visits Chicago Auto Show Goer’s Garage, With Friends

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A busy auto show can feel less like a civilized venue and more like a petting zoo, depending on how many people crowd in. Joshua Smith, a loyal Audi customer drive three hours to the 2012 Chicago Auto Show to see the Audi RS5, hoping to get a closer look and even order one. Unfortunately, when he… Continue Reading...