Yearly Archives: 2009
Hyundai Equus Will Take on the Lexus LS 460 Next Summer
Hyundai is determined to move up market with the introduction of the Genesis and now the automaker is currently evaluating its Equus luxury sedan that is expected to be introduced here next summer. The rear-wheel-drive Equus is based on the Genesis platform, but is 7.2 inches longer at 203.1 inches. In Korea it is powered by the same 3.8L and...
2010 GMC Terrain Starts at $24,995
GM has announced the pricing for the 2010 GMC Terrain that will be available in dealerships this September. The 2010 GMC Terrain starts at $24,995 for the front-wheel-drive model and $26,745 for the all-wheel-drive version (including a $745 destination charge). The Terrain is powered by a 182-hp 2.4L direct-injection engine mated to a six-speed automatic transmission and gets an estimated...
2010 Kia Soul Denim Special Edition to Start at $17,300
Kia is going to offer a special edition version of its recently introduced Soul for the 2010 model year. The Soul Denim Special Edition will be offered in a special "denim" exterior color and production will be limited to only 1,200 units. In addition to the denim paint scheme, the exterior will also feature white side view mirrors and 18"...
Mercedes-Benz CL to be Renamed S-Class Coupe in 2011
Just as the CLK has officially been renamed the E-Class coupe, Mercedes is also going to rename the revised CL the S-Class coupe when it launches for the 2011 model year. The S-Class coupe will feature a facelifted front fascia with a more upright grille and LED headlights. Outback there will be new LED taillights and a new bumper design....
Opel Astra Two-Seater Convertible in the Works
The all-new Opel Astra is set to be officially unveiled at the 2009 Frankfurt Motor Show this September and now comes word that a two-seat convertible variant is in the works. The new Astra convertible will replace the Astra TwinTop in the lineup and will only seat two. It will feature a retractable hardtop and will be sportier than the...
2010 Ford Taurus SHO Returns to Dealership on a Flatbed
How sad this 2010 Ford Taurus SHO apparently left the Ford dealership only to return on a flatbed. It's not even on sale yet and apparently it ended up in a three car pile up. Full Story: Chicago SVT
Asian and European Automakers Expected to Outpace Big 3 Production in the US by 2012
More bad news for Detroit's automakers, a new study from Grant Thornton LLP's Corporate Advisory and Restructuring Service estimates that by 2012 they will produce less vehicles on US soil than their Asian and European competitors. Although domestic automakers are expected to return to profitability by 2012, their production will be outpaced by import automakers like Toyota, VW, Hyundai and...
GM Announces New 2.4L Engine for 2010 Buick LaCrosse
GM has announced that the 2010 Buick LaCrosse is going to offer a new 2.4L four-cylinder in addition to the two V6 engines. The Ecotec 2.4L direct-injected four-cylinder puts out 182 hp and 172 lb-ft of torque. It's mated to a six-speed automatic and is expected to get 30 mpg on the highway and 20 mpg in the city. Buick...
Lexus Leads 2009 JD Power Initial Quality Study
J.D. Power and Associates has released its 2009 Initial Quality Study (IQS) with Lexus taking the lead this year with only 84 problems per 100 vehicles. This year's top five nameplates were Lexus followed by Porsche, Cadillac, Hyundai and Honda. Hyundai managed to move up to the number 4 spot from 13th position in 2008 and Cadillac moved up...
Chrysler Considering RWD Replacements for the Sebring and Avenger
Besides the 300 and Challenger, Chrysler doesn't really anything else exciting in its car range. The current Sebring and Avenger mid-size sedans don't even come close to their Camry/ Accord competitors, so now Chrysler is trying to figure out a way to bring the 200C concept to life. The 200C concept was shown at the 2009 Detroit Auto Show in...
