Marc Carter
2012 Honda Crosstour Drops the Accord Name
Honda has announced the updates to the Accord Crosstour, which for 2012 drops the Accord part of its name and is now strictly referred to as the Honda Crosstour. Although Honda did change the name for 2012, one feature that was expected, a four-cylinder, is not being introduced. For 2012 the Crosstour's only engine remains the 3.5L V6 with...
Frankfurt 11' Preview: Ford to Unveil Four New Models
Ford has announced plans to unveil four new models at the Frankfurt Motor Show in September. One of the models will be new design concept and details on the next Ford Focus performance model will be unveiled. "Ford plans to make a strong statement at the Frankfurt Motor Show, with several very exciting global product reveals and our significantly expanded...
2012 Toyota Camry: First Official Photo Released
Toyota has released the first official photo of the 2012 Toyota Camry. The automotive media has already seen the new Camry, but those photos and opinions are embargoed until later this month. This small teaser gives us our first look at the new Camry. What do you think? Stay tuned. Facebook
Honda to Produce Next-Gen Fit in Mexico in 2014
Honda is going to produce the next-generation Honda Fit at a new plant in Mexico, according to the latest reports from Japan's Nikkei newspaper. Honda will build a second plant in Mexico that will open in 2014 and produce the Honda Fit. The plant will most likely be close to Honda's other plant located in the state of Jalisco, which...
2012 Infiniti FX Gets a Facelift
The second-generation Infiniti FX has been on the market since 2009 and for the 2012 model year Infiniti's crossover is getting a facelift. The 2012 Infiniti FX gets a revised front grille and front fascia design. Inside the FX gets revised meter illumination and standard heated front seats on all models. Infiniti is also introducing a Limited Edition for the...
2012 Fiat 500C Gets the Gucci Treatment
Following the launch of the Fiat 500 by Gucci hatchback, Fiat has released the cabriolet version, the 500C by Gucci. The 500C by Gucci comes exclusively in white or black with an electric top that features the classic Gucci stripe. Other details include chrome-plated accents and 16-inch alloy wheels with the Gucci logo. Like the hatchback version, there is no word...
What Were the Top-10 Best Selling Cars in July 2011?
The July sales numbers are in and with that we have the list of the Top-10 best selling cars last month. The list for last month is largely dominated by full-size trucks and midsize sedans, with the Ford Focus and Hyundai Elantra disappearing from the list. The Ford F-Series and Chevy Silverado pickups continue to dominate the list, but...
Lamborghini is Bringing a Super Sports Car to Frankfurt
Lamborghini has apparently sent out invites to its press event at the Frankfurt Motor Show next month. The actual invite has surfaced online and it states that Lamborghini is set to debut a new "Lamborghini super sports car." What exactly could that be? While it hasn't been confirmed what we will see next month, the headline "Lamborghini: Racing Towards...
VIDEO: 2012 Tesla Model S Prototypes Hit the Track
Tesla has released another video of the upcoming 2012 Tesla Model S sedan having fun on a track. The prototypes are pretty much devoid of any camouflage and you get to hear the sounds of the electric motors as they wiz by the camera. Check out the video after the jump. Tesla Model S Sneak Peek: Alpha Drives from Tesla Motors on...
VW Set to Boost 2012 Passat Production
VW is about to boost production of the 2012 US-spec Passat only four months after production kicked off at its Chattanooga, Tenn. plant. "We've already taken steps to decide how we will do it," Don Jackson, president of manufacturing at the Chattanooga operations, said after speaking to an industry conference in Traverse City, Mich., on Monday. "We've looked at...