Marc Carter
Nissan is Pondering the Idea of Coupe and Convertible Versions of the Infiniti M Sedan
According to Inside Line, Nissan execs have discussed the idea of expanding the Infiniti M lineup to include coupe and convertible versions. Mercedes has sedan, coupe and convertible versions of its latest E-Class and BMW is also working on coupe, sedan and convertible versions of its next 6 Series. It only makes since that if Infiniti wants to...
Next-Gen Honda Civic Delayed Until 2011
The current generation Honda Civic has been on the market since the end of 2005 and normally we would expect the next generation to be on the market by the end of this year, but its been delayed. According to John Mendel, American Honda Motor Co.'s executive vice president, the redesigned Honda Civic won't arrive until 2011. Mendel claims...
2011 Ford Fiesta Officially Rated at 40 MPG Highway
The EPA has officially rated the 2011 Ford Fiesta at 40 mpg highway and 29 mpg in the city when it is equipped with the new six-speed PowerShift automatic transmission. "The new Fiesta is yet another car in Ford's lineup that delivers class-leading fuel economy," said Barb Samardzich, vice president, Global Powertrain Engineering. "From Super Duty to Fusion Hybrid and...
All-New Ford Explorer Teased in Photo with Chief Designer
The Ford Explorer was once the best-selling SUV for years, but lately its been off the radar with sales dropping sharply the last few years. Well Ford hopes to reverse that with the next-generation Ford Explorer, which for the first time is going to be built off a car platform. Jim Holland, chief engineer for the redesigned Ford Explorer,...
Acura Unveils the TL A-Spec Limited Edition for Canada
Acura has announced the limited edition TL- A-Spec for our neighbors up north. The TL A-Spec gets 19-inch wheels with special summer tires, a full aero kit, midnight chrome grille and A-Spec badging. The TL A-Spec also features Acura's Super Handling All-Wheel Drive (SH-AWD) system and can be equipped with either the 6-speed manual or 5-speed automatic transmission. Canadian buyers...
BMW 5 Series Diesel Headed to the US
There have been rumors that BMW is going to bring a diesel powered 5 Series to the US, but now the rumors have been confirmed. Inside Line has received confirmation that a diesel-powered 5 Series is going to be offered in the US. The BMW official did not give any other details other than saying that the 5 Series...
2011 Jeep Grand Cherokee Starts at $32,995
Chrysler has announced the pricing for the all-new 2011 Jeep Grand Cherokee. The new Jeep Cherokee, which will be in showrooms next month starts at $32,995 for the Laredo 4x4 model. The Jeep Cherokee will be available in three models: Laredo ($32,995), Limited ($39,995) and Overland ($42,995). The standard engine is a new 290-hp 3.6L V6 that gets an 11...
All-New 2011 Volvo S60 Starts at $37,700
Volvo has announced the pricing for the all-new 2011 S60 sedan that now starts at $37,700 plus an $850 destination fee. The S60 undercuts a comparably equipped BMW 335i xDrive by $7,150 and the Mercedes-Benz C350 by $1,765. "The all-new S60 has been a long time coming," said VCNA President and CEO, Doug Speck, "but it's been worth the wait....
Ford Confirms 7-Seater C-MAX Headed to the US in Late 2011
Ford has announced plans to bring its seven-seater Grand C-MAX to North America in late 2011. The Grand C-MAX is based off Ford's new c-segment platform, which is shared with the new Focus and the Mazda5. The small minivan marks the return of a Ford vehicle with sliding rear doors. Ford has yet to announce what will power the Grand...
Toyota is Reportedly Working on a Cheaper Baby FT-86
The much anticipated Toyota FT-86 is set to go on sale in 2011. Originally Toyota wanted the car to start below $20,000, but development costs have run way over budget, meaning that the car will definitely cost more than $20k. Now there are rumors that Toyota is working on a milder version of the FT-86 that will be $5,000...
