Toyota FT-1 Concept Bows at NAIAS
Earlier today at the North American International Auto Show in Detroit, Toyota unveiled the Toyota FT-1 Concept, which Calty Design Research President, Kevin Hunter, called “a symbol of Toyota’s design future…a spiritual pace car for a changing, evolving Toyota.” So what is the FT-1? It’s all in the name: FT-1 stands for Future Toyota—and the […]
BMW’s 2013 U.S. Sales Break Annual Record
Detroit automakers aren’t the only nameplates posting record numbers on American soil in 2013. BMW has reported its sales for 2013, and it marks a new annual record in terms of annual United States sales. In total, BMW’s 2013 U.S. sales totaled 375,782 units in all, marking an 8.1 percent increase from 2012’s figures. The […]
2015 Ford F-150 Debuts at NAIAS
Welcome to the new face of Built Tough: the 2015 Ford F-150, the first in the next generation of powerful, capable, efficient Ford pickups. The all-new F-150 debuted today at the North American International Auto Show in Detroit with plenty of surprises up its sleeve—er, tailpipe? “F-150 is well-known for being Built Ford Tough. Now, […]
2015 Lincoln MKC Boasts Unique Wrap-Around Liftgate
Designers and engineers come together to create a first in style and function.
The intention behind the design of the all-new 2015 Lincoln MKC is to allow it to stand out against the pack of the small premium utility segment. One of the most prominent features that will allow the MKC to stand apart is a wrap-around liftgate, which is the result of a massive collaborative effort between […]
Stingray, Silverado Win 2014 North American Car and Truck of the Year
Perhaps the result was never in question: Chevrolet has cleaned up at the 2014 North American International Auto Show’s (NAIAS) presentation of the 2014 North American Car and Truck of the Year Awards. The white-hot 2014 Chevrolet Corvette Stingray and the rugged Silverado 1500 took home those honors, respectively, topping all other comers by a […]
2014 FR-S and tC Monogram Series ™ Models to Debut at 2014 NAIAS
At next week’s North American International Auto Show (NAIAS) in Detroit, Scion will reveal the limited-edition 2014 FR-S and tC Monogram Series ™ models ahead of their scheduled February arrival on dealership lots nationwide. Related: 2014 Scion FR-S Overview “Through this limited edition Monogram Series, Scion brought together extra comforts and conveniences in the FR-S […]
Mopar Muscle Monster Truck Stampedes into Monster Jam Series
Chrysler Group LLC announced Friday that Mopar, its service, parts, and customer-care brand, will be bringing some of its vaunted “muscle” to the Monster Truck Racing Series in 2014. The Mopar Muscle monster truck, the first Mopar-sponsored beast released in more than a decade, joins Hall Brothers Racing’s championship-winning “Raminator” and “Rammunition” for six upcoming […]
Four Wheeler magazine’s 2014 Pickup Truck of the Year – the Silverado
The 2014 Chevy Silverado ended 2013 by racking up a number of awards. It appears that the rugged truck is looking to pick right where it left off in 2014, as it was announced as Four Wheeler magazine’s 2014 Pickup Truck of the Year. “Four Wheeler really puts pickups to the test, on road and […]
Hyundai Sales in 2013 Are Best in Company’s History
Hyundai Motor announced last week that their sales for December were up six percent over December 2012’s figures, making for the best December performance in company history and the first such month where sales eclipsed 60,000 units. And while that news is enough in and of itself, the automaker was undoubtedly even more enthused with […]
Mopar NAIAS Display Touts New Mopar Custom Shop App
Chrysler announced on Wednesday that its Mopar service and parts brand will hold its largest exhibit to date at next week’s North American International Auto Show (NAIAS), which will be held in Detroit January 13-26. The 5,500-foot Mopar NAIAS display will be intended to highlight the addition of Mopar Custom Shop to the Mopar Garage. […]
2014 Chevy SS Overview
2014 Chevy SS Exterior If the Chevy lineup were a football team, the 2014 Chevy SS would be the running back, with a muscular, athletic exterior that reflects the power that lies under the hood. The SS brings back Detroit muscle in modern form with an aggressive front fascia that slowly tapers to the rear […]
Cadillac Stands as 2013’s Fastest-Growing Full-Line Luxury Brand
2013 was a banner year for Cadillac: GM’s luxury arm introduced us to a breathtaking concept that may very well spell out its future, launched the first wave of its future-thinking Extended Range Electric Vehicle, and won a number of overall awards for its superior lineup. Perhaps the most impressive accomplishment of 2013, however, is […]
BMW M4 Coupe Photos
Last week, BMW officially unveiled the all-new BMW M4 Coupe alongside the BMW M3 Sedan. Its official debut is scheduled for this January at the 2014 North American International Auto Show, held in Detroit. NAIAS is arguably the most important of all North American auto shows, so it is only fitting that the M4 Coupe […]
BMW M3 Sedan Photos
The BMW M3 Sedan was unveiled just a week ago and will make its official debut at the 2014 North American International Auto Show this January in Detroit. BMW has touted the M3 Sedan (and its sister car, the M4 Coupe) as lighter and fitter, meaning that while it has improved in ferocity, it has also […]
Newly Unveiled M3 Sedan and M4 Coupe Will Both Be Lighter and Fitter
New Year’s Eve is right around the corner, which means gyms and organic grocery stores will see a spike in sales as people make their annual commitment to shed a few pounds. BMW has gotten a jump on the weight-loss trend, and they didn’t even have to resort to Atkins or gluten-free dieting: the newly […]
Next-Gen Hyundai Blue Link® Debut Scheduled for January 6
Don’t have the patience to wait for the 2014 North American International Auto Show? Good, you don’t need it. Hyundai has kindly scheduled the debut of the next-gen Hyundai Blue Link® and infotainment system ahead of the renowned auto show. Instead, we’ll get an exclusive peak at the tech in the all-new 2015 Hyundai Genesis […]
2014 Cadillac ELR Reviewed: More Than a Luxury Volt
The 2014 Cadillac ELR has been hotly anticipated by Caddy enthusiasts and green driving advocates since it was first announced. Kelley Blue Book recently got their hands on the luxury carmaker’s electric coupe and seemed more than impressed with what Cadillac’s engineers have created. RELATED: Current Cadillac Lineup Based upon and very nearly identical to the […]
Ram 1500 Named Motor Trend 2014 Truck of the Year
For its annual end-of-the-year list, Motor Trend announced last week that the Ram 1500 was its choice for 2014 Truck of the Year®. The announcement proper was made at the birthplace of Ram Trucks, the Warren Truck Assembly Plant in Michigan; Motor Trend’s report on what made the Ram 1500 its 2014 Truck of the […]