Marc Carter
2011 VW Jetta Officially Unveiled and Will Start Around $16K
VW has officially unveiled the new 2011 Jetta, which will start around $16,000 when it goes on sale this October in the US. The new 2011 Jetta gets new styling that brings it more inline with the rest of the new VW lineup. It features a longer wheelbaase and overall length to give it class leading legroom. in The...
Mini is Reportedly Working on a 7-Seater Countryman
According to the latest rumors, Mini is working on an even bigger crossover than the upcoming Countryman. Auto Express, Mini is working on a seven-seater version of the Countryman that will be aimed to steal sales from the Nissan Qashqai in Europe. Dr. Wolfgang Armbrecht, global head of MINI brand management, recently stated, "We could take the wheelbase from...
VW Releases More Photos of the 2011 Phaeton
VW has released a new set of photos of the 2011 Phaeton. The new Phaeton gets a new face that is similar to that of the rest of the new VW lineup. The front end now has standard bi-xenon headlights with LED cornering lights. It's offered with two wheelbases and two different rear seat options (three seat bench...
2011 VW Passat Photo Leaked Ahead of Paris Debut
The all-new 2011 VW Passat is set to have its official debut at the Paris Motor Show, but here is the first leaked photo of the new sedan from a German brocure.. The 2011 Passat is going to borrow styling cues from the rest of the updated VW lineup, like the new Golf and Polo. The new Passat is...
2011 Chevy Cruze to Start at $16,995
GM has officially announced the pricing of the 2011 Chevy Cruze that will go on sale in the US this September. The 2011 Chevy Cruze will have a starting price of $16,995. "We believe the Cruze can redefine the expectations for compact-car owners and shoppers who are new to the segment," said Jim Campbell, U.S. Vice President of Chevrolet Marketing....
2012 Ford Explorer Revealed?
Here's a single image of what looks to be the 2012 Ford Explorer. Based on previous teasers and spy photos this image seems to be real. What do you think? The next Explorer will arrive early next year and will ride on the same unibody platform as the Taurus, which means it will be available with either front or all-wheel-drive. Full Story:...
Ford Officially Kills Mercury to Expand Lincoln
As was predicted, Ford has officially killed the Mercury brand. Ford released a press release earlier today in which the automaker has announced the demise of the Mercury brand and the further expansion of the Lincoln lineup. Ford is going to end production of the Mercury brand in the fourth quarter of this year. With sales dropping significantly over the...
Ford to Announce the Death of Mercury Today
According to the Detroit News, Ford is going to hold a press conference at 3 PM EST in which the automaker is going to announce the official death of the Mercury brand. Stay tuned.... Full Story: Detroit News Related Stories: Ford to Finally Kill Mercury
2011 VW Polo Sedan Unveiled in Russia
VW has taken the wraps off the 2011 Polo sedan in Moscow. This is the first time that VW has ever created a model specifically for the Russian market. The 2011 Polo sedan is powered by a 1.6L engine with 103-hp that can be mated to either a five-speed manual or 6-speed automatic transmission. The Polo sedan is expected to...
2011 Aston Martin V12 Vantage Starts at $179,995
Aston Martin has finally announced the pricing for the V12 Vantage that will be going on sale in the US later this year. If you're one of the lucky ones expect to pay at least $179,995. The V12 Vantage is powered by a 6.0L V12 that puts out 510-hp and 420 lb-ft. of torque. It reaches 0-60 mph in 4.2...
