Marc Carter
Honda CR-Z Wins Car of the Year Japan 2010-2011
The Honda CR-Z hybrid may not be exactly what we hoped for in the US, but the small hybrid has been awarded the Car of the Year Japan 2010-2011 by the Japan Car of the Year Executive Committee. Takanobu Ito, President and CEO, Honda Motor Co., Ltd. stated, "We are very proud that the CR-Z has been selected from the...
Jeep Grand Cherokee Platform to be Used for a Maserati SUV
The all-new Jeep Grand Cherokee launched in June and its been a success for Chrysler with sales up 291 percent in October from a year ago. Sergio Marchionne, CEO of both Chrysler and Fiat recently stated that he is looking to expand the use of the Grand Cherokee's platform. The new Dodge Durango that goes on sale next month uses...
US-Spec Mitsubishi i-MIEV Unveiled Before LA Debut
Mitsubishi has released three photos of the all-electric US-spec i-MIEV, which is larger than the Japanese and European versions. It's actually 11.2 inches longer, 4.3 inches wider and 0.2 inches taller than the JDM version. It also has different front and rear bumpers. Inside the i-MIEV features a two-tone color scheme. Mitsubishi is targeting an on-sale date near the end...
Mercedes-Benz Confirms Production of the CLS Shooting Brake
Mercedes-Benz has officially confirmed that the CLS Shooting Brake concept will enter production in 2012. Production will take place at Mercedes-Benz Plant in Sindelfingen. The CLS Shooting Break concept was unveiled at the Beijing Motor Show earlier this year. The production version will be powered by the same engines as the CLS sedan. Related Stories: 2012...
Chrysler Posts Operating Profit of $239 Million for Q3
Chrysler has announced a third-quarter operating profit of $239 million due in large part to a 5.2 percent increase in revenue from Q2 to $11 billion in Q3. The good news from Chrysler is largely due to all of the new products that are being released. Sales in Q3 jumped up by 20 percent. Sergio Marchionne, Chief Executive Officer of...
VW Jetta R in the Works?
VW is looking to expand its R performance range. At the recent Jetta launch in Munich, VW showed off a version of the Jetta powered by a 3.6L V6 mated to a six-speed DSG and 4Motion all-wheel-drive. Although an R version of the Jetta hasn't officially been signed off on, its a possibility. VW's R&D chief, Ulrich Hackenberg recently stated...
Audi Teases Next-Gen A6…Production Starts by end of 2010
Audi recently released two photos that showcased the new models produced at it its Neckarsulm plant, which included the R8 Spyder, A8, A8 L and A7. Audi also listed the next-generation A6 as a new model that will be produced at the plant and in this picture it it's seen covered in a white sheet. So although the white sheet...
BMW Vision EfficientDynamics to be Produced in 2013
BMW has officially announced that it plans to build a fully road-ready technology showcase vehicle based on the BMW Vision EfficientDynamics concept. The BMW Vision EfficientDynamics concept debuted in Frankfurt Motor Show in 2009 and is powered by a 1.5L 3-cyl turbo diesel that is mated to a hybrid synchronous motor at the front axle. A full-hybrid engine at the...
2012 Mazda5 to Debut at LA Auto Show
Earlier this year we got our first look at the new Mazda5 at the Geneva Motor Show. Now Mazda has confirmed that the US-spec version of the Mazda5 will debut at the LA Auto Show later this month. The 2012 Mazda5 adopts Mazda's new Nagare design language. Under the hood it will be powered by a 157-hp 2.5L four-cylinder that...
2012 Buick Regal GS Officially Unveiled Before LA Debut
Earlier this year GM surprised us with the unveiling of the Buick Regal GS show car and a few months later GM confirmed that the GS would be produced. Well today GM has released the first official photos and specs for the 2012 Buick Regal GS, which is going to be officially unveiled at the LA Auto Show later...
