2011 BMW Alpina B7 Puts out 500-HP and Reaches 0-60 in 4.5 Secs
BMW has announced the 2011 BMW Alpina B7, which will be the most "dynamic" 7 Series available. The Alpina B7 features the same 4.4L V8 as the 750i, but it's power has been bumped up from 400 to a nice 500 horsepower and 516 lb-ft. of torque. The V8 is mated to a ZF 6-speed automatic transmission. The Alpina B7...
The Toyota Prius Was the Top-Selling Vehicle in Japan Last Year
Toyota's popular Prius became the top-selling vehicle in Japan last year. It was the first time a hybrid model has held the top spot. Toyota sold 208,876 units in Japan last year, which is almost three times more than were sold in 2008. Hybrid sales account for 10 percent of the market in Japan. According to Green Car Congress...
Detroit 10' Preview: Jeep Unveils New Liberty Renegade and Wrangler Islander and Mountain Packages
Jeep is going to unveil three new limited edition models at the Detroit Auto Show next week: the Liberty Renegade, Wrangler Islander and Wrangler Mountain. The Liberty Renegade will be positioned between the Liberty Sport and Limited models. It features painted Mineral Gray Keystone 16-inch wheels; dark neutral metallic wheel flares, lower side sills, front and rear fascia. Inside there...
Detroit 10' Preview: Chevy Aveo RS Concept is Light Years Ahead of the Current Aveo
GM has unveiled the Chevy Aveo RS Concept ahead of its official unveiling at the Detroit Auto Show next week. Let's just say it as it is...this concept is so much better than the current bargain basement Aveo. The Aveo RS Concept is our first hint of what to expect from the next Aveo, which should arrive in a...
Geneva 10' Preview: Nissan Juke Crossover Teased
Last year Nissan unveiled the interesting Qazana concept at the Geneva Motor Show and now the automaker has released the first teaser image of the Juke Crossover, which has the same basic form of last year's concept. Nissan is going to unveil the Juke crossover at this year's Geneva Motor Show in March, with sales starting in October. The Juke...
Corvette Sales Hit Their Lowest Level Last Year Since 1961
2009 is officially over and although many models experienced sales declines, some were worse than others. The Chevy Corvette had its worst year since 1961, with only 13,934 Corvettes sold. According to Edmunds, 2009 was the worst sales year for the Corvette in 19 years when only 17,472 units were sold in 1991. And according to Auto Observer's Bill Visnic,...
MyFord Touch Brings a Whole New Interior Experience
Ford as introduced a new smarter, safer, simpler system to connect drivers with in-car technologies, dubbed MyFord. Building on its successful SYNC system Ford has combined a variety of technologies into one powerful, intuitive connected driver experience. "MyFord delivers a premium interior experience that will help consumers fall in love with their vehicles again," said Derrick Kuzak, Ford group vice...
Ford F-Series Maintains its Best-Selling Crown for 33 Years
Ford has announced that the Ford F-Series has been the best-selling truck for 33 straight years, outselling its nearest rival by 97,000 units, largest margin in three years. Sales in 2009 totaled units 413,625, outselling its nearest rival by more than 97,000 units, the largest margin in three years. In addition the F-Series has been the best-selling vehicle in...
Detroit 10' Preview: Buick Regal GS Concept Brings Some Sport to the Brand
Just in case you haven't heard the news, the Buick Regal is back. The 2011 Buick Regal is basically a Buick version of the Opel Insignia sold in Europe. Ever since GM officially announced the introduction of the Regal, enthusiasts have been waiting eagerly to hear if GM is planning a high-performance version based on the Opel Insignia OPC....
Detroit 10' Preview: GM Releases Teasers of the GMC Urban Utility Concept
GM has released teasers of a new GMC concept dubbed the GMC Urban Utility Concept. The concept was previously mentioned as the GMC Granite, which is based on the Chevrolet Orlando. "We've designed a new breed of truck that's as efficient as it is chic, innovative as it is functional," says Frank Saucedo. "Our goal was to create the next...
