New York 09' Preview: 2010 GMC Terrain Takes Bold Styling to New Levels
Although the new 2010 GMC Terrain shares its basic platform with the equally new Chevy Equinox, its obvious that GM finally tried to make them look different...although the Terrain definitely has the more controversial design. "We wanted to carve the GMC Terrain away from the pack and establish its identity as a powerful, fresh crossover SUV with a confident and...
New York 09' Preview: Mitsubishi Outlander GT Prototype Gets an EVO-like Front End
Mitsubishi is set to unveil the Outlander GT Prototype at the New York Auto Show next week. The Outlander GT Prototype features a "Jet Fighter" grille that is very similar to that of the Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution. It also features a host of new technologies like Idle Neutral Logic, which automatically shifts the transmission into neutral when the vehicle is...
Majority of Voters Feel that the Economy Can Survive Without GM
A new poll shows that a majority of U.S. voters feel that the U.S. economy can recover even if GM goes out of business. The Rasmussen Reports’ poll found that 76% of U.S. voters surveyed believe that the U.S. economy could recover even if GM were to go out of business. Fifteen percent weren't sure and nine percent disagreed. Further 77...
Toyota Reportedly Cutting the Price of the Prius to Compete with the Insight in Japan…US Next?
Toyota is reportedly cutting the price of the new Prius in Japan to be more competitive with its newest competitor the Honda Insight. According to reports, Toyota has told its dealerships that Prius would be set at 2.05 million yen, which translates to about $20,750 U.S. In the U.S. the Honda Insight starts at $20,450, but the Prius has more...
Tesla Takes 520 Reservations for the Model S Electric Family Sedan
Last week Tesla unveiled the Model S all-electric family sedan that seats up to seven passengers and travels up to 300 miles per charge. Since its unveiling on March 26th, Tesla has received 520 reservations for the car. “Frankly the number of cars reserved in the first week has exceeded our optimistic internal projections,” said Tesla CEO, Chairman and Product...
2010 Kia Sorento Officially Debuts in Seoul
After many of photo leaks, Kia has officially unveiled the all-new 2010 Kia Sorento at the Seoul Motor Show. The 2010 Kia Sorento officially moves from a body-on-frame design to a more popular unit body platform. The new body is longer to make room for a new third row seat. Headroom and legroom have also been increased. There are a...
New York 09' Preview: BMW X6 M to Debut
BMW has announced what models we can expect to see at the New York Auto Show next week. The BMW X6 M will officially be unveiled alongside the new Z4 roadster, the 2009 7 Series, and the BMW Advanced Diesel with BluePerformance models. The 2010 BMW 5 Series and 6 Series will also debut at the show with updated...
GM Asks The US Government for $2.6 Billion in Loans to Produce New Hybrids
GM has asked the U.S. government for an additional $2.6 billion in loans to support the development of new hybrid vehicles. The loan request would help the development of two spinoffs of the upcoming Chevy Volt. This is the first time that GM has confirmed plans to produce spinoffs of the Volt. In January, GM unveiled the Cadillac...
2010 Chevy Equinox Starts at $23,185
Chevy has announced the pricing for the all-new 2010 Chevy Equinox. The 2010 Chevy Equinox will start at $23,185, which is $1,800 less than the outgoing model. The new Equinox can be powered by either a 2.4L Ecotec 4-cylinder with 182 horsepower and an estimated 30 mpg highway or a 3.0L DOHC V6 engine with 264 horsepower and an...
Acura Becomes the First Brand to Receive Top Safety Ratings from NHTSA and IIHS for its Whole Lineup
For the first time ever, an automotive brand has received top safety ratings from the NHTSA and IIHS for every vehicle in its lineup and that title goes to the Acura brand. "No other automotive brand has accomplished what Acura has, nor can make the safety claims that Acura can," said John Mendel, executive vice president of automobile sales. "When...
