2021 Cadillac XT4 Unveiled for European Market
The long-expected European debut of a brand new diesel-powered Cadillac is finally here. The brand-new 2021 Cadillac XT4 marks the brand’s first entry into the diesel-powered subcompact SUV segment. The new XT4 will hit dealerships in Europe early next month, and in addition to its base 4WD version will also be sold in two special […]
F1 Cancels American Races, Confirms New European Events
With COVID-19 infection rates rising in the United States, Mexico, and Brazil, Formula One has officially confirmed it will not race in America for the 2020 season. “We want to pay tribute to our incredible partners in the Americas and look forward to being back with them next season when they will once again be […]
More European Circuits Rumored to Join 2020 F1 Calendar
Three European circuits have been strongly tipped to join the 2020 Formula 1 calendar: Nürburgring, Imola, and Portimão. The first two of these have previously hosted F1 races, but have not done so in many years. Since publishing the first post-COVID F1 calendar, only two more races have been officially confirmed for the 2020 season […]
Hymer USA to Bring European Campers to the US
In 2019, Indiana-based Thor Industries acquired German-based Erwin Hymer Group, in the process creating the largest RV manufacturing group in the world. More recently, Thor announced it created Hymer USA, a new subsidiary that could be the key to finally bringing Hymer’s popular and practical van conversions to the United States. Compared to their American […]
Ford Suspends European Production, First U.S. Employee Tests Positive for COVID-19
Amidst the spread of COVID-19 across the continent, Ford has announced that it will shut down European vehicle and engine production effective March 19. While Ford hasn’t provided a timeline for the suspension of production, it says that it anticipates “that this action will continue for a number of weeks.” “While the impact of coronavirus […]
Robert “the Niro” De Niro is a Hipster in European Kia Ads
A celebrity having the same name as a product is some strange form of serendipity that is sometimes capitalized on in creative ways. For example, singer Bebe Rexha recently teamed up with fashion retailer Bebe, which makes sense for the 20-something and her personal brand. However, some collaborations make us scratch our heads a bit […]
Ford Ranger Raptor European Deliveries Kick Off Mid-2019
You know that a brand is all amped up about one of its new products when it risks having to plunk some bucks into the swear jar. Ford clearly couldn’t be more jacked about its new Ranger Raptor, which debuted in February of last year and was confirmed for European markets in September. Having now […]
Ford Vans Add a Whole Lot of Value to the European Economy
They say that money makes the world go ‘round, and in Europe, it seems that vans make the money go ‘round. According to Economics of Commercial Van Usage Across Europe, a new report commissioned by Ford and generated by the Center for Economics and Business Research, vans helped contribute over US$753 billion (€675 billion) to […]
Nissan Debuts All-New Compact Van to European Drivers
The Nissan NV250, a new addition to the automaker’s lineup of Light Commercial vehicles, gives drivers in Europe a bold, versatile choice. Boasting Nissan Intelligent Mobility technologies such as Hill Start Assist and Extended Grip, the all-new NV250 boasts remarkable safety systems, a choice of powertrain, design options, and two body lengths. Learn More: Improve […]
Ford Ranger Tows 15 Campers in New European Commercial
If there’s a modern phrase that’s applicable to the idea that Ford of Europe felt it necessary to demonstrate the new Ford Ranger’s towing capabilities by having it pull a caravan of 15 campers behind it, it would be: Weird flex but ok. The video, entitled The New Ford Ranger. Tow Whatever the Hell You […]
Nissan Micra Features New Options to Appeal to European Drivers
Nissan is doing its best to get European drivers to notice and choose the Nissan Micra. Three new powertrain options that each offer better control and handling have been introduced. Drivers can now opt for an all-new turbocharged petrol engine that boasts improved efficiency; a sharper-steering “warm hatch;” and the UK-specific powertrain that features a […]
Nissan LEAF Driving European Marathon
When you ask someone why they don’t drive an electric car, a lot of them bring up something about short battery range or low performance. To help shed the misconceptions surrounding EV adoption, the Electric Marathon is currently winding its way through Europe to showcase exactly what these cutting-edge vehicles can do, and the Nissan […]
European Driving Range for Kia e-Niro Reaches 485 Kilometers
Thanks to a single charge of its substantial 64 kWh lithium-polymer battery, the new Kia e-Niro will have drivers in Europe on the open road for approximately 485 kilometers while city driving earns them a 615 km homologated range, according to the automaker. When powered by the standard 39.2 kWh power pack, the Kia e-Niro […]
Emissions Test Cheating Has Reached New Low With European Automakers
It feels like it has been a long time since Volkswagen’s blatant cheating of worldwide emissions tests was found out, and following that, some of us probably thought that automakers would give up on cheating on the tests. It turns out that nope, emissions test cheating is happening again, just in a low-rent kind of […]
Greenpeace Study Rates European Cities on the Cleanliness and Safety of Transport Systems
According to a Greenpeace study, Copenhagen, Amsterdam, and Oslo hold the top three spots for Europe’s cleanest and safest transport systems. Germany’s Wuppertal Institute performed the study on behalf of Greenpeace. The study analyzed 13 European capitals on a variety of factors, such as car-sharing services availability, affordability of public transportation, and air quality. As Greenpeace […]
Honda Civic Type R Set for Record Run around European Circuits
The Formula One season is returning to France this year, but Honda has already beaten its F1 team by sending the Civic Type R to the Magny-Cours Grand Prix circuit, where the hot hatch set a new lap record for front-wheel-drive production cars. With road legal tires and World Touring Car Cup driver Esteban Guerrieri […]
Ford Sales Increase 12.6% in Traditional 20 European Markets in April
Ford got a big sales boost in its traditional 20 European markets in April with sales rising 12.6% to 113,300 vehicles delivered. Passenger vehicle sales rose 13% at 85,700 units delivered, and commercial vehicle (CV) sales were up 11% at 27,600 vehicles delivered. Ford’s total market share got a boost of 0.2 percentage points, climbing […]
Great European Road Trips to Add to Your Bucket List
There’s no denying that Europe is a stunning continent, and making your first road trip on some its incredible roads is a great way to dive into the culture headfirst. To help you out, we’ve pulled together a list of some of the great European roads to get started on. So set up your car, […]