Marc Carter
2013 Mazda CX-5 Tops the Class with 35 MPG Rating
Mazda has announced the fuel economy figures for the 2013 Mazda CX-5 compact crossover, which is headed to dealerships this spring. The front-wheel-drive, six-speed manual equipped CX-5 models are rated at 26 city/35 highway/29 combined mpg. When its equipped with the six-speed automatic transmission those numbers drop slightly to 26 city/32 highway/29 combined. The all-wheel-drive CX-5 gets 25 city/31 highway/28...
2012 BMW ActiveHybrid 5 Starts at $61,845
BMW has announced the pricing for the 2012 BMW ActiveHybrid 5, which starts at $61,845. The 2012 BMW ActiveHybrid 5 is powered by BMW's 3.0-liter TwinPower Turbo inline 6-cylinder engine, an electric drive system and an 8-speed automatic transmission for with a combined output of 335hp. It reaches 0-60 mph in 5.7 seconds. The ActiveHybrid 5 can operate in full-electric...
2012 Toyota Prius c to Start Below $19,000
Toyota has unveiled the fourth Prius model, the 2012 Prius c, today in Detroit. The Prius c is now the smallest Prius available and will start under $19,000 when it hits dealers this March. How small is it? It's about the same size as the Toyota Yaris and is 19-inches shorter than the Prius Liftback. The Prius c also...
Toyota NS4 Plug-in Hybrid Concept Could be the Next Prius
Toyota has unveiled what could be the Prius of the future with the NS4 Plug-in Hybrid Concept at the 2012 Detroit Auto Show. According to Toyota, the "NS4 signifies Toyota's vision for future mobility with a focus on connectivity and the human interface." Toyota's engineers were tasked with designing a new mid-sized concept that could potentially be introduced by 2015....
2013 Honda Accord Coupe Concept Previews the All-New Accord
Honda has given us our first preview of the all-new 2013 Accord with the 2013 Honda Accord Coupe Concept that was unveiled today in Detroit. In typical Honda fashion, the Accord Coupe Concept is a thinly disguised version of the production version that is arriving this fall. The 2013 Accord will get three all-new powertrains, including a 181-hp 2.4L direct-injected...
2013 Buick Encore Adds a Small Crossover to Buick's Lineup
Buick has unveiled the newest addition to its lineup, the 2013 Encore small crossover. "Buick Encore is a great-looking, smart choice for those who want luxury crossover amenities in a more maneuverable and agile vehicle," said Tony DiSalle, U.S. vice president of Buick Marketing. "It represents a luxury alternative for a new audience of Buick customers, and delivers features and...
Lincoln MKZ Concept Introduces the New Lincoln
Lincoln has unveiled the new Lincoln MKZ Concept in Detroit, which according to the brand "signals a significant step in Lincoln's reinvention, providing a clear vision of its next-generation vehicles." "With the Lincoln MKZ Concept, we are not introducing a new car. We are essentially introducing a new brand," said Derrick Kuzak, Ford Motor Company group vice president for Global...
Audi Q3 Vail Concept Unveiled in Detroit, Audi Q3 Confirmed for North America
Audi has chosen to unveil the Q3 Vail concept in Detroit, which is a concept version of Audi's smallest crossover, the Q3 that is currently not sold in North America. With the unveiling of the Q3 Sail, Audi announced that it is bringing the Q3 to North America next year. The Q3 Vail gets its name from Colorado ski resort...
2013 Hyundai Genesis Coupe Officially Packs 274-HP and 348-HP
Hyundai's Veloster is getting more power for the 2013 model year thanks to the introduction of the Veloster Turbo. Not to be ignored, Hyundai has also refreshed the 2013 Genesis Coupe with a facelift and more power under the hood. The 2013 Genesis Coupe gets upgrades to both its four-cylinder and V6 engines. The 2.0L four-cylinder gets a twin-scroll turbocharger...
2013 Hyundai Veloster Turbo Goes Head to Head with the GTI and Civic Si
The 2013 Hyundai Veloster Turbo is here and gives the small hatchback a much needed power boost! How much? Well how does 201 horsepower and 195 lb-ft. of torque sound? The Veloster Turbo is powered by a turbocharged 1.6L four-cylinder with direct-injection. It's a nice jump up from the 138 horsepower and 123 lb-ft. that the base Veloster has to...
