Marc Carter
Spy Shots: 2010 Ford Mustang Shows Up but Doesn't Really Reveal Much
Yes..yes. The Ford Mustang is following in the Camaro's footsteps with the number of spy photos that have shown up, but at least these shots are not just of the hood like last week. :P A member over at the Mustang Forums managed to post some photos of a 2010 Mustang prototype out on the streets. Too bad the camouflage...
Production Chevy Volt to be Officially Unveiled in Less than Two Weeks
Last week we saw our first glimpses of the production version of the Chevy Volt on the set of Transformers 2: Revenge of the Fallen. GM has released a few teaser photos, but the grainy pics from last week were much better...Now to coincide with GM's 100th anniversary, GM is going to officially unveil their most highly anticipated new...
Ford May Add a New Compact Vehicle to the Lincoln Lineup
Ford's product development chief Derrick Kuzak recently sat down with the Automotive News and revealed that Ford may add a new smaller vehicle to the Lincoln lineup. “We do think that there is room for a smaller car in the Lincoln brand,” Kuzak said Kuzak did not provide any of the details of the new smaller vehicle so it is not...
Honda Insight Returns! Honda Unveils its Newest Hybrid
Honda has officially unveiled the Honda Insight Concept which is an early look at Honda's newest five-passenger hybrid. The Honda Insight Concept is going to be officially unveiled on October 2nd at the 2008 Paris International Auto Show. It's obvious that the Insight shares much of its styling cues with the Honda FCX Clarity fuel cell vehicle. The new...
Mazda Kiyora Urban Concept and Refreshed MX-5 to be Unveiled in Paris
Mazda is going to unveil the new Kiyora Urban Concept and the revised MX-5 at the Paris Motor Show next month. Mazda Kiyora (meaning "clean and pure" in Japanese) represents the combination of driving pleasure and environmental responsibility. Kiyora's aerodynamic Nagare design and the next-generation four-cylinder direct-injection engine contribute to excellent fuel economy. The revised MX-5 features a revised front...
VW Announces 0% Financing on 2008 Models
As typical at this time of the year most automakers announce new incentives to move more metal before the new models arrive. GM has its "Employee Pricing for Everyone" campaign and now VW has announced 0% financing on its 2008 models. The Passat, Beetle convertible, GTI and Touareg are all eligible for 60 months 0% APR financing while some of...
BMW is Considering 4-cylinder Powered 1-Series and 3-Series Models in the US
BMW is going to slow production of its slower selling V8 engines in favor of more fuel efficient engines, but now the automaker is close to a decision concerning offering 4-cylinder engines in the 1 and 3-Series models in the US. In addition to the decreased V8 production BMW is also going to phase out 6-cylinder production at its Munich...
Hyundai Santa Fe Hybrid Concept with 39 mpg Set to be Unveiled in Paris
Hyundai has been slightly behind its major competitors with no hybrids in its lineup, but that is soon going to change with a new Sonata hybrid. Hyundai is also going to unveil the Santa Fe Hybrid concept this month at the Paris Motor Show. The Santa Fe Hybrid concept is powered by a 2.4 liter gas engine mated to a...
Consumer Reports Names the BMW 135i as Their Top-Rated Sporty Car
Consumer Reports just tested the BMW 135i coupe against the Subaru Impreza WRX STi, Volkswagen R32, Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution and has given the coupe an "Excellent" overall score. The 135i performed so well against its competitors that Consumer Reports labeled it it's top-rated sporty car. The 135i drew praise for its splendid handling, a punchy engine delivering a 0-to-60 mph...
Chrysler to Unveil Three Electric Vehicles to Dealers this Month
Chrysler has been one of the few automakers that have been quiet about their future green offerings. Besides the hybrid Durango and Aspen SUVs there hasn't been really any news stories about what is next for Chrysler...until now. Later this month Chrysler is going to unveil three electric powered vehicle prototypes to dealers. Jim Press has revealed that Chrysler is...
