Marc Carter
Geneva 09' Preview: Audi TT RS Teasers Released
Audi has released the first teaser images of the TT RS, which is the ultimate TT that will be unveiled at the Geneva Motor Show next month. The TT RS will feature over 300 horsepower from ts turbocharged 2.5L five-cylinder. It's still up in the air if we'll get it here in the U.S.
Ford's Romeo Plant Produces is 10,000,000th Engine
Ford's Romeo Engine plant has produced its 10 millionth engine. The plant has been producing V8 engines since it was converted from a tractor plant in 1990. In 1990 it produced a 4.6L two-valve V8. The 10 millionth engine was a 4.6L 3-valve V8 that will find its way under the hood of a 2010 Mustang GT. Romeo now produces engines...
Saab Files for Bankruptcy and Asks for $1 Billion
GM has announced that Saab has filed bankruptcy in Swedish courts in an effort to reorganize the company and to become independent from GM. The reorganization of Saab will lead to the design, engineering and manufacturing being concentrated back in Sweden. But in order for this to happen GM needs to secure financing, which is the main issue. The Swedish...
Hyundai Assurance Plan Adds 90-day Payment Relief to Help Even More
Hyundai has announced that its popular Assurance Program now includes 90 days of payment relief if a buyer is laid off within the first year of vehicle ownership. The Hyundai Assurance program that runs from Feb 23rd to April 30, 2009 allows buyers to return their vehicles if they lose their jobs within the first year that they own them....
Geneva 09' Preview: Rolls-Royce 200EX Concept Details Leaked
The Daily Telegraph has apparently broken the embargo on the Rolls-Royce 200EX Concept that will be officially unveiled next month at the Geneva Motor Show. The Rolls-Royce 200EX Concept previews the new smaller Rolls-Royce RR4 that will be released in 2010. Rolls-Royce chief designer, Ian Cameron, said: "The 200EX has a dynamic edge to its styling and is noticeably less...
2010 Ford Mustang to Start Under $21,000
Ford has officially announced the pricing for the all-new 2010 Ford Mustang. Pricing for the 2010 Ford Mustang will start at $20,995 for the base Mustang with the 210 horsepower 4.0L V6. The Mustang undercuts its two main competitors with the Camaro starting at $22,995 and the Challenger SE at $22,545. Moving up to the Mustang GT with its 315...
BREAKING NEWS: GM Disbands its High-Performance Vehicle Unit!
GM released its Viability Plan yesterday in which the automaker revealed its plans to return the company to profitability. Today GM has announced that it is disbanding its high-performance unit. This team was responsible for the development of the V-series Cadillacs and the Chevrolet Cobalt SS, HHR SS and a V-8 version of the Colorado. "All high-performance projects are on...
2010 Kia Sorento Teaser Released
Kia has released an official teaser image of the 2010 Kia Sorento that is going to be officially unveiled at the Seoul Auto Show. The all-new Sorento ditches its old body-on-frame design for a more up to date unibody platform, which will improve the Sorento's ride and handling. The Sorento will be powered by a variety engines including a 2.2L...
Geneva 09' Preview: Hyundai HED-6 Concept Photos Leaked
Hyundai is going to unveil the HED-6 Concept early next month, but we've got the first official photos of the concept. The concept stays true to the sketch that was released last week. The concept is powered by a turbocharged 175 hp 1.6-liter GDi four-cylinder. The engine is expected to eventually be offered in Hyundai's lineup. The HED-6 is expected...
GM Reveals the Production Cadillac CTS Coupe in its Viability Plan and asks for $16.6 Billion
Just as Chrysler submitted its Viability Plan to the U.S. Treasury Department, GM also submitted its own plan which detailed the automaker's plans to turn the company around. In Chrysler's plan the new Chrysler 300 and Jeep Grand Cherokee were revealed. GM also revealed a new model in its plan as well, the production version of the Cadillac CTS...
