Ford and GM Could Shrink Future Full-Size Sedans
Ford is just about to launch the new Taurus and now comes word that the next Taurus could be built off the same platform as the next Fusion/ Mondeo. Ford is currently working on plans to consolidate three different platforms that are the foundation of the automaker's mid-large size vehicles worldwide. The next Fusion is expected to use an evolution...
Honda Confirms Production of the CR-Z and Fit Hybrids in 2010
Honda has confirmed today that the anticipated CR-Z hybrid and Fit hybrid models will enter production by the end of 2010. The CR-Z, which looks like a spiritual successor to the much loved CRX is expected to go on sale in Japan in early 2010. The Fit hybrid is expected by the end of 2010. It's not yet known...
Pontiac G8 Lives!… As the Chevy Caprice
Although GM CEO Fritz Henderson has repeatedly stated that the Pontiac G8 would not be sold under another GM brand after Pontiac's demise, Bob Lutz has reportedly stated it will. Bob Lutz recently stated that the Pontiac G8 will live on under the Chevy brand as the Chevy Caprice. "The last time we looked at , we decided that we...
GM Exits Bankruptcy…Say Hello to the New GM
GM has officially exited Chapter 11 bankruptcy proceedings and what's left is what GM is now referring to as the "new" GM. "Today marks a new beginning for General Motors, one that will allow every employee, including me, to get back to the business of designing, building and selling great cars and trucks and serving the needs of our...
2010 Kia Forte Koup Hits Dealerships Later this Summer
Kia is set to finally be a key competitor in the compact sedan and coupe market with the introduction of the Kia Forte and 2-door Forte Koup. Kia has already released the details of the sedan version and now the automaker has released the details and stats about the coupe. As expected the Forte Koup has the same engines as...
2010 Jaguar XJ Officially Unveiled in London
Jaguar has officially taken the wraps off the 2010 XJ in London that goes on sale in December 2009, with deliveries starting in early 2010. The new XJ looks somewhat like a larger XF with coupe-like roofline and a rear end that is a big departure for Jaguar. There's also a standard panoramic roof. The 2010 XJ will be available...
Lexus is Working on an IS-F Convertible and a Softtop Replacement for the SC430
Lexus just released the IS C convertible and now reports are surfacing that Lexus is working on an IS F version for release in early 2011. The IS F convertible would be powered by the same 5.0L V8 that powers the sedan version and will be aimed squarely at the BMW M3 convertible. The SC430, which was expected to...
Lotus Elise SC Joins Hertz Italian Rental Car Fleet
Hertz Italiana has just announced that the Lotus Elise SC is joining the Italian rental fleet. "I am delighted that Lotus Cars has entered into this agreement with Hertz, giving us the opportunity to make our stunning world class sportscars available to the rental market," Mr. Michael J. Kimberley, Chief Executive Officer of Group Lotus said. "The iconic and multi...
2012 Hyundai Veloster to Get 140 HP and Drive Like a 4-Pass Honda CRX
It has been previously announced that Hyundai is working on a replacement for the Tiburon that will be sold alongside the rear-wheel-drive Genesis. In a recent interview with Inside Line, Hyundai's President and CEO John Krafcik gave more details about the upcoming coupe. According to Krafcik the final version will look 70-80 percent like the Veloster concept and will feature...
Rumor: Mazda RX-7 Concept Headed to Tokyo Show in October?
According to BestCar, there is a 55 percent chance that Mazda is going to finally unveil a RX-7 Concept at the Tokyo Motor Show this October. If Mazda is in fact working on a new RX-7 it is expected to relieve the RX-8 of its flagship duties by becoming Mazda's flagship rotary powered car. Although the concept is expected...
