Yearly Archives: 2010
VW Chief Confirms Microbus is Back On
Back in 2001 VW excited fans with the unveiling of the Microbus concept at the Detroit Auto Show. It was supposed to be produced, but it never happened. Now according to Auto Express, plans are back on to bring the Microbus concept to life. VW's chief designer, Klaus Bischoff recently told Auto Express that he feels its part of his...
2011 Chrysler 300 Teaser Photos Show up on the Web
For the 2011 model year Chrysler is revising its entire lineup, which is a good thing. We've already seen the new 200 and Town & Country minivan, but Chrysler has yet to unveil the changes to the 2011 300. Kicking Tires has posted several teaser photos of the next 300. These photos don't completely show off the new 300, but...
2011 Ford Transit Connect XLT Premium Wagon Unveiled
Ford has unveiled a new version of the Ford Transit, the Ford Transit Connect XLT Premium Wagon that makes turns the Transit Connect into a more comfortable small van. "Since Transit Connect arrived here as the 'ultimate tool' for small business proprietors, we've heard requests from potential personal-use customers," said Rob Stevens, chief nameplate engineer for Commercial Vehicles. "Buyers looking...
2012 Mercedes-Benz GLK to Get Bluetec Diesel
Although it seemed like all the news this week surrounded hybrids and electric vehicles, some automakers are still committed to producing diesel powered models. Mercedes-Benz wants to increase the number of diesel models it offers so its smaller models will soon be offered in diesel versions. Mercedes-Benz USA President Ernst Lieb recently told Ward's Auto that a diesel version...
LA 10': 2011 Nissan Murano CrossCabriolet is So Weird
It was a long standing rumor that Nissan was working on a convertible version of the Murano crossover. No one really believed it, but it's here. Nissan unveiled the 2011 Murano CrossCabriolet at the LA Auto Show this week. The Murano CrossCabriolet is being labeled as the world's first all-wheel-drive crossover convertible, but is that a good thing? It has...
GM Goes Public Again…Stock Price Debuted Over $35
This morning GM celebrated its return to the NYSE for the first time since the automaker emerged from bankruptcy last year. Chief Executive Officer Dan Akerson and other top GM members visited Wall Street this morning to witness the event in person. Shares quickly hit $35, which is higher than the initial $33 that the shares were priced at Wednesday...
Hyundai Previews the Next-Gen 2012 Grandeur/ Azera
Hyundai is on a roll by redoing it's whole lineup. The new Sonata is a hit and this week Hyundai officially unveiled the new Elantra. Now Hyundai has released renderings of what we can expect from the next Azera, also known as the Grandeur outside of the US. The Azera is larger than the Sonata and will borrow styling cues...
Ford Reduces Stake in Mazda to 3.5 Percent
Ford has announced that it is going to reduce its stake in Mazda from the current 11 percent down to 3.5 percent. "Ford will remain one of Mazda's largest shareholders with a 3.5- percent stake, and both companies are committed to continuing our strategic partnership which spans over 30 years," says Mazda's Representative Director and Chairman of the Board,...
LA 10': Lamborghini Gallardo LP 570-4 Spyder Performante…Lighter and Faster
Lamborghini has unveiled the Lamborghini Gallardo LP 570-4 Spyder Performante, which it describes as "less weight, more fascination." To create the Lamborghini Gallardo LP 570-4 Spyder Performante, Lamborghini's engineers started with the Gallardo LP 560-4 Spyder. They managed to shave off 143 pounds from the regular convertible by using exterior and interior components made from carbon-fiber. The Spyder Performante is powered...
LA 10': Toyota RAV4 EV Unveiled and Powered by Tesla
Toyota and Tesla have teamed up to create the new Toyota RAV4 EV that has debuted at the LA Auto Show. The Toyota RAV4 EV is basically a RAV4 with the heart of a Tesla. Tesla developed the powertrain, which includes the battery, electric motor, transmission and software. The RAV4 EV also features unique front and rear fascias, 18"...
