Entry-level Porsche Roadster Delayed
Porsche CEO Matthias Mueller recently revealed that the automaker has put the plans for a new entry-level roadster on hold. Mueller told German magazine WirtschaftsWoche, "Possibly we need to wait until the next generation of customers before the idea of a small roadster will work for Porsche." Last February Mueller told told Automotive News Europe that the automaker was mulling...
Fiat 500 Wagon to be Unveiled in Geneva, Headed to the U.S. in 2013
Fiat's return to the U.S. with the small Fiat 500 failed to meet the automaker's sales expectations, but a new 500 variant may help. Olivier Francois, head of the Fiat brand recently confirmed plans to unveil a new five-door wagon version of the 500 at the Geneva Motor Show in March, which will be sold in the U.S. starting...
2013 Nissan Pathfinder to Get 3.5L V6, All-New Nissan Coming to NYC
Nissan gave us a preview of the all-new 2013 Nissan Pathfinder this month with the Pathfinder Concept at the 2012 Detroit Auto Show. The concept is basically the same thing that will show up in showrooms this fall with its new unibody platform that makes the new Pathfinder 500 pounds lighter and 25 percent more fuel efficient. At the show...
BMW Gathers Six Generations of the 3 Series in One Photo
The all-new 2012 BMW 3 Series is going to start arriving in showrooms next month. The all-new 3 Series marks the introduction of the sixth generation model, with the first 3 Series being released in July 1975. To celebrate the release of the new 3 Series, BMW has gathered all six generations for a family photo. BMW: Although more than 35...
BMW Announces Exclusive and Sport Editions to the 1 Series Coupe and Convertible
BMW has announced the release of new Exclusive and Sport editions for the BMW 1 Series Coupe and Convertible. The Edition Exclusive adds chrome trim on the window frames, exhaust and grille and new light alloy wheels available in 16, 17 or 18-inches. Buyers can opt for the exclusive body finish in Mineral Grey metallic or else one of five...
Nissan Xterra to Continue with its Truck Roots
Some Nissan Pathfinder fans may be disappointed with the new car-based 2013 Pathfinder that is going to arrive later this year, but fans of the smaller Xterra do not have to worry about it too becoming a crossover. Nissan's engineers have confirmed that the Xterra will continue with its body-on-frame chassis. That means the Xterra will continue to share its...
Chrysler Confirms Dakota Will Return, but Could Switch to a Unibody Platform
Dakota fans that were sad that the current Dakota pickup was killed a few months ago can celebrate this little bit of news. Chrysler CEO Sergio Marchionne has confirmed plans for a new Dakota. That may make some of you happy, but wait... There's a 50% chance that the Dakota could switch to a unibody platform, according to Marchionne....
BMW Confirms X4 Production at Spartanburg Plant
We've been discussing the possible BMW X4 crossover for a while now, but BMW has officially confirmed the new mini-X6 crossover that will fit in between the X3 and X5 in the lineup. The new X4 will use the same engines as the X3 and will have get the same coupe-like styling as the X6. BMW is going to invest...
Chrysler May Kill the Avenger to Focus on the 200
According to Automotive News, Chrysler may kill the Dodge Avenger to focus on the Chrysler 200 midsize sedan. Reid Bigland, head of the Dodge brand, recently told Reuters, "Chrysler Group will likely consolidate around one midsize car in the future." By focusing on a single model, Chrysler can save development and marketing costs. The move would also prevent the models...
2013 Chevy Corvette 427 Convertible Collector Edition Unveiled
The current Chevy Corvette is entering its final year, which also happens to be the 60th anniversary of the Corvette. To celebrate the current-generation's (C6) last model year, Chevy is releasing the 2013 Corvette 427 Convertible Collector Edition. The Corvette 427 Convertible blends elements of the Z06 and ZR1 models to create the fastest and most-capable convertible in Corvette's history....
