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Fiat Multiair Engine Coming To The U.S. 500

Thu, 17 Dec 2009 19:51:00 -0600

Fiat technology is being readied for America, as part of the company-saving partnership with Chrysler , and we are starting to get a peek at what’s coming down the road . Today, it was announced that... [[ This is a content summary only. Visit my

Toyota Yaris 2010

Thu, 10 Dec 2009 19:54:47 -0600

Toyota Yaris 2010 is a 2- or 4-door, 5-passenger family coupe, or family sedan, available in 6 Variants, ranging Liftback 3-Door MT to the Sedan 4-Spd AT.Yaris 3 types are 3-Door LIFTBACK(2), 5-Door LIFTBACK(2) and sedan(2).Toyota Yaris , the Liftba

Ford receives 1,000 reservations for the 2011 Fiesta

Wed, 09 Dec 2009 16:19:47 -0600

While the 2011 Ford Fiesta won’t go on sale until summer of 2010, FoMoCo announced today that it has already received 1,000 reservations via the web for its compact car. “The Fiesta Movement created an unparalleled awareness and interest

Mugen Honda CR-Z Hybrid Coupe brochure leaked

Wed, 09 Dec 2009 15:39:33 -0600

Just yesterday, the guys over at Temple of VTec posted leaked images from Honda’s CR-Z Hybrid’s JDM brochure. Today, they have released images from Mugen’s brochure showing us our first look at the modified CR-Z Hybrid coupe. Refre

Volkswagen Golf lineup gets new LED rear lights

Wed, 09 Dec 2009 11:03:11 -0600

Don’t you just hate it when you purchase a new model year of a vehicle and a couple months down the road the automaker decides to release some minor design change that causes you to lose sleep at night? It always makes us wonder who in their r

Next-generation Volkswagen Golf to get hybrid, full electric version

Wed, 09 Dec 2009 09:29:50 -0600

We already know that Volkswagen is working on a hybrid variant of its compact Golf model. However, R&D head Ulrich Hackenberg has confirmed with AutoCar that the German automaker is also working on a full electric version of the next-generation

Toyota Prius 2010

Mon, 07 Dec 2009 00:34:28 -0600

Toyota Prius 2010 is a 4-door, 5-passenger family sedan, available in 4 variants, ranging from the Prius II to the Prius V.Toyota Prius made it debut in Detroit Auto show 2009 admist of the great recession.The updated hybrid synergy drive is expect

Ford ready to launch Fiesta Movement Part 2, looking for 20 agent teams

Sat, 05 Dec 2009 16:13:08 -0600

Apparently Ford’s Fiesta Movement was a huge success in creating awareness about the company’s new compact car. In fact, Ford is now getting ready to launch a second chapter that will enlist new agents to generate enough excitement for t

LA Auto Show 2009: Audi A3 TDI named 2010 Green Car of the Year in diesel repeat

Sat, 05 Dec 2009 09:14:26 -0600

At the LA Auto Show this morning, the Audi A3 TDI was crowned the 2010 Green Car of the Year, wresting the title away from last year’s winner, the Volkswagen Jetta TDI. Even though three hybrids made this year’s list of finalists, the A3&

LA Auto Show 2009: Volkswagen shows off “Final Edition” New Beetle models

Sat, 05 Dec 2009 05:03:04 -0600

Signifying the end of what has been a long run, Volkswagen has introduced “Final Edition” models of the New Beetle coupe and convertible. Each will be limited to a run of just 1,500 units. Under the hood is VW’s familiar 2.5-liter i

2011 Ford Fiesta prices to start at $13,320

Fri, 04 Dec 2009 17:38:42 -0600

While the 2011 Ford Fiesta won’t go on sale in the United States until summer of 2010, Ford felt it was necessary for potential customers to know pricing details. The 2011 Ford Fiesta sedan will be available in three trim levels including S, S

2009 LA: 2009 LA: 2010 Audi A3 TDI wins 2010 Green Car of the Year

Thu, 03 Dec 2009 17:01:55 -0600

Key Competitors: Volvo C60, Volkswagen Golf TDI, Saab 9-3. Power: 2.0L TDI diesel – 140-hp / 236 lb-ft. Transmission: S tronic dual-clutch. Fuel-economy: 30/42 mpg (city/highway). Availability: On sale now. Pricing: $29,950. The new 2010 Aud

2009 LA: Would you buy a compact Lexus based on the LF-Ch Concept? (w/ poll)

Thu, 03 Dec 2009 16:35:15 -0600

Key Competitors: Audi A3, BMW 1-Series. Power: Gasoline/electric hybrid. Reports suggest that the production version will be powered by the 187-hp from a 2.4L 4-cylinder engine found in the Lexus HS 250h hybrid. Production: Nothing officially confi

Green Car of the Year: 2010 Audi A3 TDI

Thu, 03 Dec 2009 15:24:00 -0600

There’s more than one kind of tree in the forest, and more than hybrids in the field of green vehicles. Volkswagen’s 2009 Jetta TDI clean diesel sedan was the first vehicle to receive the annual... [[ This is a content summary only. Visit my web

2009 LA: 2010 Subaru Impreza WRX STI Special Edition, only 125 will be made

Wed, 02 Dec 2009 18:18:12 -0600

Key Competitors: Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution X, Mazda RX-8, Volkswagen GTI and BMW 135i. Power: 2.5L turbocharged boxer engine – 265-hp Transmission: 6-speed manual. Availability: Spring 2010 – only 125 will be made. Pricing: TBA. A l

2009 LA: 2011 Mazda2 celebrates with the Fiesta

Wed, 02 Dec 2009 17:22:37 -0600

Key Competitors: 2011 Ford Fiesta, Honda Fit, Toyota Yaris, Chevrolet Aveo5, Nissan Versa, Hyundai Accent Power: 1.5L 4-cylinder Transmission: 5-speed manual, 4-speed automatic. Availability: Late summer 2010. Pricing: TBA. While the big news has

Custom 2011 Ford Fiesta in LA

Wed, 02 Dec 2009 13:48:22 -0600

As the 2011 Ford Fiesta basks in the afterglow of its North American debut at the Los Angeles International Auto Show, Ford today unveils four tricked-out versions of the company’s first global car designed to wet the appetites of customization en

NISSAN LEAF (ELECTRIC POWERED)

Wed, 25 Nov 2009 20:30:07 -0600

Nissan LEAF is an electric car announced by Nissan in 2009. It is expected to be marketed in North America, Europe, and Japan, beginning in late 2010. Time magazine called it one of the 50 best inventions of 2009.The EV-11 prototype electric car was

2010 Volkswagen GTI Test-Drive Update: A look around the inside

Tue, 24 Nov 2009 19:27:52 -0600

As reported yesterday, we are test-driving the 2010 Volkswagen GTI this week. Today we’ll give you a little look around the inside of the new V-dub hot hatch. The interior is uncompromisingly sporty. Beginning with the sports leather seats (av

Pricing: 2010 Acura ZDX

Sun, 22 Nov 2009 13:42:00 -0600

Since the 2010 Acura ZDX was unveiled , there has been debate over what it is. Based on a platform shared with the MDX SUV , the ZDX looks like a cross between a coupe and sedan, with an elevated... [[ This is a content summary only. Visit my websit

2009 LA Auto Show Preview: Mazda2 to make its North American debut

Sun, 22 Nov 2009 06:44:47 -0600

Mazda has finally made it official this morning: it will be bringing its B-segment Mazda2 to the North American market late next year. As you are likely aware, the current generation Mazda2 has been sale in Europe and elsewhere for two years, but we&

Lexus LF-Ch Concept could enter production by 2012, or earlier

Fri, 20 Nov 2009 11:56:36 -0600

Speaking to the folks over at TheDetroitBureau.com, the General Manager of Lexus, Mark Templin, said that the luxury brand is giving some serious thought to launching a new compact luxury model in the United States. “There is a group of buyers gro

This is it: Ford to produce another 400 units of the 2009 Focus RS

Fri, 20 Nov 2009 10:37:33 -0600

When Ford first introduced the new Focus RS to the European market, it had planned to produce only 1,200 units. However, due to high-demand, Ford of Europe has decided to build an additional 400 units of the 305-hp Ford hatchback – exclusively

LA Preview: 2011 Mazda2

Wed, 18 Nov 2009 21:25:00 -0600

Mazda will introduce its award-winning Mazda2 subcompact to North America at the LA Auto Show. It is offered in sedan, three-door hatchback, and five-door hatchback body styles in other markets,... [[ This is a content summary only. Visit my website

Car Hire Portsmouth By Wesley C Clarke

Wed, 18 Nov 2009 02:10:38 -0600

Car Hire PortsmouthI previously wrote an article about car leasing and how it works, there are a lot of companies out there that offer Vehicle Hire, most specialize in certain areas, some companies do not offer services world wide unless they are fra

JE DESIGN tunes the Seat Leon FR

Sun, 08 Nov 2009 15:12:25 -0600

At Seat, FR stands for Formula Racing. But that was not exciting enough for the JE DESIGN engineers. They turned the new Seat Leon FR into a real sports car which has significantly gained power and also shows it. The Seat two-litre petrol engine pro

Video: VW Scirocco R vs Ford Focus RS

Sun, 08 Nov 2009 14:54:31 -0600

The British team from Autocar have put the Ford Focus RS up against the new Volkswagen Scirocco R in their latest video review. Both cars are front-wheel-drive performance cars, but looking at the numbers, the Ford should come out the winner. The

Fiat 500 with a 1.4L Mutliair coming in 4th quarter of 2010

Wed, 04 Nov 2009 14:54:29 -0600

Senior Vice President of Chrysler Powertrain, Paolo E. Ferrero, said that the Fiat 500 will be available in the North American market with a 1.4L Multiair engine in the fourth quarter of 2010. A 1.4L Multiair turbo will arrive in the fourth-quarter

Chevrolet Camaro Synergy, Dusk, Chroma and Jay Leno models unveiled

Tue, 03 Nov 2009 14:43:42 -0600

Chevrolet unveiled five dramatic Camaro concepts at the annual automotive aftermarket extravaganza known as the SEMA Convention, each representing a different vision of style, personalization and performance. The Camaro concept vehicles include: A r

2010 Hennessey HP700 Camaro to debut at SEMA

Sun, 01 Nov 2009 15:28:23 -0600

Hennessey Performance Engineering is set to debut the company’s limited edition, Corvette ZR1 inspired, 2010 HPE700 LS9 Camaro at this years SEMA Show in Las Vegas. Powered by Hennessey’s tweaked LS9 engine, the supercharged HPE700 Camar