Marc Carter
2012 Mercedes-Benz A-Class Gets an Early Unveiling
Mercedes-Benz has confirmed that the next-generation 2012 A-Class will finally be offered in the U.S. It also looks like the final production version will remain close to the concept that we saw in Shanghai. The official patent drawings of the 2012 A-Class have leaked on the internet and are available thanks to Belgian automotive site AutoScoop.be. If these photos are...
Next-Generation Corvette Coming in 2013 and Will be "Completely Different"
GM is planning on introducing an all-new Chevy Corvette in 2013 and according to GM's Mark Reuss, the next Corvette will be "completely different." This is provides more fuel to the rumors that the next Corvette could adopt a mid-engined layout. GM's senior executives have acknowledged that the current Corvette is not completely competitive with global sports cars...
Aston Martin and Zagato Team Up…First Model to Debut at the Villa D'Este Concours
Aston Martin and Italian design house Zagato have announced a new collaboration in the 50th anniversary year of the iconic DB4GT Zagato. The first result of the partnership will be shown off at the Villa D'Este Concours on May 21st 2011. Dr. Ulrich Bez, Chief Executive said: "The DNA of both Aston Martin and Zagato has combined successfully to make...
Mazda Responds to Reports About the Death of the Mazda6… "Not True"
Yesterday the Japanese newspaper, Nikkan Kogyo claimed that the slow selling Mazda6 would soon get the axe, but now Mazda is refuting those reports. Mazda recently told Car and Driver that "there is no intention to discontinue" the Mazda6. Mazda's U.S. CEO, Jim o'Sullivan also stated that the current generation Mazda6 will be around for the next several years....
Ford to use Google Prediction API to Optimize Fuel Efficiency
Ford has announced plans to use the power of cloud computing, analytics and Google to identify technologies that could make tomorrow's vehicles smart enough to independently change how they perform to deliver optimal driveability and fuel efficiency. Ford is currently applying Google's Prediction API to its own predictive driver behavior research. The Google API can convert historical driving data into...
Mercedes-Benz SLS AMG Gets the Medical Treatment
Mercedes-Benz has enlisted the SLS AMG as an emergency vehicle for the RETTmobil emergency vehicle expo. No this doesn't mean that you will soon see the SLS AMG on emergency calls. This is a design study for the expo and is meant to highlight Mercedes' medical vehicle offerings and safety of their vehicles. Related Stories: Spy Shots: Mercedes-Benz SLS AMG Roadster Loses...
Spy Shots: Ford Testing 2012 Focus ST in Europe and North America
Ford 's Team RS and SVT engineering teams are currently testing 60 pre-production Focus prototypes in Europe and North America. "The new Focus ST is eagerly awaited around the world, which is appropriate as this is our first global performance model," said Jost Capito, Ford's director of Global Performance Vehicles. "It must live up to Ford's reputation for...
Toyota Regains Title as Most Valuable Automotive Brand
Toyota has regained its title as the world's most valuable automotive brand, despite all of the recalls Toyota had in 2010. Toyota's brand value has jumped 11 percent to $24.2 billion in the BrandZ Top 100 annual ranking of the world's most valuable brands. Toyota has taken the top spot from BMW ($22.4 billion), which held the spot last...
Aston Martin CEO to Auction off his Rapide to Provide Aid to Japan Earthquake Victims
Aston Martin's CEO Dr. Ulrich Bez has announced that he will auction off his Aston Martin Rapide sedan at this year's annual Bonhams auction at Newport Pagnell and all proceeds will go to charities providing aid to victims of the recent earthquakes and Tsunami in Japan. Dr Ulrich Bez said: "Nobody could have failed to be moved by the recent...
Subaru Tribeca and Mazda6 Could Soon be Dead
Nikkan Kogyo is reporting that two U.S.-built Japanese vehicles may soon be cut from their respective lineups. The Subaru Tribeca and Mazda6 will soon be cut according to the Japanese newspaper. According to Nikkan Kogyo, Subaru has decided to stop work on the next-generation Tribeca SUV and production will end after the current model's run is over. Subaru has only...
