The impossible has come to pass: the Japanese automaker that had resisted making electric vehicles for so long and had pushed back its diesel engines’ arrival in the US for various reasons has now revealed that it will, in fact, be bringing both an electric vehicle and diesel engines to the US, the former in…
Autonomous cars are everywhere you look in the news right now. They are testing on America’s streets, and almost every auto show has a special self-driving concept. Even though we can see them for ourselves, having a car that drives itself still seems like one of those science fiction dreams right up there with flying…
In a recent episode of Jay Leno’s Garage, the comedian and car enthusiast spotlighted Chris and Elaine Larsen, the husband-and-wife team behind Larsen Motorsports in Orlando, Florida. Chris is the builder, while his wife Elaine is the reigning two-time Jet Dragster World Champion. Leno talks to both of them about their racing history, as well…
A sneak peek of the 2017 BMW 5 Series The highly-anticipated 2017 BMW 5 Series is set to go on sale at dealerships across the country early next month. However, before the general public has access to this luxury vehicle, a select number of people were able to get an in-depth look at the latest…
You might expect to see NASCAR stars like Jeff Gordon racing across your television screen on channels like FOX Sports or ESPN, while you might not expect to see them on the Disney Channel. Nevertheless, that is precisely where Gordon is heading to in a rather unexpected role. Jeff Gordon is set to voice a character on…
Pictured: Carlos Ghosn with the 1.0-liter three-cylinder engine Carlos Ghosn has had quite a busy January. Just last week he spoke about the reveal of the completely new 2016 Nissan Titan at the North American International Auto Show in Detroit, and the week before he was in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, to announce production of…
General Motors has announced that it will be making an investment of $449 million into the city it calls home in order to fund next-generation Volt production. The endowment will benefit both the Detroit-Hamtramck and Brownstone Battery Assembly plants, bolstering the automaker’s commitment to rebuilding the very city that was so vital in building it….
The historic General Motor’s Technical Center back in 1956 Photo: Michigan State Historic Preservation Office The General Motors Technical Center in Warren, Michigan, is getting a new neighbor across the street in the form of an $8 million Cadillac dealership that will be breaking ground today, June 17th. The new dealership is owned by Gregory…
Photo: © Derrich In case you didn’t know, March is Women’s History Month, thanks to a declaration by Congress in the late 80s. The success of the Oscar-nominated film Hidden Figures has inspired many journalists to look for the women hidden in their own industry’s past, and there are many of them to find in…
The American Council for an Energy-Efficient Economy has published its annual rankings of the 12 greenest vehicles on American streets, as well as meanest (or least efficient). The ACEEE bases its listings on several variables, including fuel economy ratings and manufacturing processes. It was a good year for Chevrolet, which landed two vehicles on the…
Professional Instagrammer Kevin Lu As they continue to chase the almighty Millennial dollar, car companies have begun resorting to everything from producing shamelessly pandering TV spots to hiring freelance social media experts. GM did the latter when it tapped 33-year old professional Instagrammer Kevin Lu to cover the 2016 Chevy Volt debut in Detroit last…
The Viper’s den has found a new purpose following the model’s demise When production of the legendary Dodge Viper came to an end last year, the fate of the Conner Avenue Assembly Plant where the performance model was built was left uncertain. Now, Fiat Chrysler Automobiles has revealed what it plans to do with the Conner…
Ford Land announced this week that it has reached an agreement with Masco Corporation to lease buildings in Taylor so that it may relocate approximately 1,000 employees while its main campus in Dearborn continues to undergo innovations. “As our campus transformation continues, we need transitional work space in close proximity to our campus,” said Dave…
2017 Ford GT If we were to tell you that the International Automotive Media Registry (IAMR) put together the heads of some of its most esteemed members to determine which concept vehicle best represents an exciting preview of an even-more exciting future production vehicle and ultimately determined that the best of all concepts was the…
Is the Chrysler Portal the future of Chrysler’s autonomous efforts? Late last month, Fiat Chrysler Automobiles announced that it would deliver 500 additional Chrysler Pacifica Hybrid minivans to Waymo, the self-driving car project started by Google. Such a move is a big step forward for the automaker’s autonomous efforts, an area where it had previously…
Cadillac Escalade Hybrid History Full-size luxury SUVs have never been known for their fuel economy, so Cadillac set out to alter that perception in 2008 when the luxury Detroit automaker unveiled a hybrid variant of its flagship SUV – the Escalade. The Cadillac Escalade Hybrid was among the first of its kind and delivered the…
The all-new Cadillac XT4 will sit below the XT5 (pictured above) in Cadillac’s model lineup Johan de Nysschen has certainly been a vocal leader during his tenure as Cadillac President. In August of 2016, De Nysschen announced in the comment section of The Detroit Bureau that the company was indeed planning a new flagship model…
Honda has been revealed to have plans to revive the old Passport… Finalists for the North American Car, Utility, and Truck of the Year… Motor Trend has named the 2018 Honda CR-V its “2018 SUV of… Ever looked at the Honda Civic Type R hot hatchback and thought,… Honda has released its 13th annual North…
Earlier this month, Audi rolled out a 60-second spot for the Super Bowl entitled “Daughter” that told the story of a girl soapbox derby driver on her way to victory, and featured her father in a voiceover wondering what he would tell her about unequal pay in this country. Created by Aoife McArdle, an award-winning…
Cadillac currently builds the CTS and ATS sedans at its Lansing Grand River plant, but the facility is about to get a $175 million makeover that will allow it to assemble a pair of not-yet-announced vehicles. Those two new vehicles are expected to hit showrooms by 2021. “Cadillac is on the cusp of rolling out…
The all-new, 12th-generation 2020 Toyota Corolla has finally rolled off the assembly line in Mississippi, marking the start of a new era for the world’s best-selling car. Plant president Sean Suggs presented the car to team members and community leaders, as he had done with the first 11th-generation Corolla on Sept. 7, 2013. Rita Gentry,…
A few months ago, we put together a multiple-choice quiz to test your car logo knowledge. Now we’re taking it a step further. This time, you’ll have to fill in the blanks — no more hints. Plus, we’ve added a handful more brands for you to identify. This quiz includes luxury brands, American brands, performance…
Rumors that we might one day get a Lambda-based Cadillac SUV have been circulating for years, but our dreams have been dashed time and time again. The other three GM brands boast a Lambda-based crossover SUV: Chevy has the Traverse, GMC has the Acadia, and even Buick has the Enclave. So why nothing from Cadillac?…
With the exciting new Blazer and upcoming 2020 Silverado HD, the Chevy Traverse hasn’t gotten as much recognition as it deserves. The model’s latest head-nod from U.S. News & World Report, however, helps soften the blow. The 2019 Traverse just nabbed the Best 3-Row SUV title from the publication’s Best Cars for Families awards. About…
The 2019 Chevrolet Camaro ZL1 1LE will soon be offered with a new 10-speed automatic transmission. With its supercharged 6.2-liter V8 engine, the Camaro ZL1 1LE is designed to tear up the track. This available transmission will equip it for even more thrilling performance. According to Chevrolet, the automatic-equipped ZL1 1LE cut half a second…
Ram announced pricing for the 2015 Ram 1500 Rebel (pictured) and the 2015 Ram 1500 Laramie Limited Today, Ram announced pricing figures for the 2015 Ram 1500 Rebel and the 2015 Ram 1500 Laramie Limited. The Rebel made its first appearance in Detroit in January at the North American International Auto Show, and then Ram…
At the 2013 World Excellence Awards held last week, Ford honored its top global suppliers for their efforts in helping the automaker achieve the ultimate in quality, cost, and delivery performance. Overall, 51 awards were presented to suppliers for everything from performance, innovation, reliability, and service. “Congratulations to all of our supplier partners who have…
A red 2018 Chevy Equinox being put above Chevrolet Fountain at Comerica Park For the first time in 108 years, the Major League Baseball season will begin with the Chicago Cubs as World Series champions. Also, for the first time ever, you won’t have to throw four balls in order to walk someone, since MLB…
2018 Chevy Traverse and Equinox Turbo-Diesel at the Canadian International Auto Show in Toronto Today at the Canadian International Auto Show in Toronto, Chevrolet introduced the all-new 2018 Traverse and next-generation Equinox Turbo-Diesel. “One of the hottest segments in Canada continues to be crossovers and SUVs. With the addition of Traverse and Equinox, Chevrolet’s portfolio…
This is the second time the Volvo XC90 has won the North American Truck of the Year award Photo: Automotive Rhythms Earlier today at the 2016 North American International Auto Show, the 2016 Volvo XC90 was named the North American Truck of the Year. More News From Volvo: Check out the full lineup of Volvo…
The redesigned Civic is spotted in Ann Arbor Photo: Civicx.com The all-new, 10th-generation 2016 Honda Civic Sedan is set for two big, simultaneous premieres in Detroit and Los Angeles next week. You can watch the LA reveal live on YouTube on Wednesday, September 16th at 6:15 pm PDT… or you can just look at these spy shots…
Pictured: 2014 Chrysler 300 We’ve already gotten up close and personal with the 2015 Chrysler 200, but the American automaker has yet to unleash the 2015 Chrysler 300. Our wait will soon be over, it seems, as Motor Authority is reporting that the 2015 Chrysler 300 debut is scheduled for this year’s Los Angeles Auto…
2014 Chevy Silverado & Corvette Stingray 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,…
The gorgeous FT-1 concept could lend styling to the new Supra Ever since Toyota discontinued the Supra in 2002, loyal fans have been patiently (or impatiently) awaiting its return. When Toyota unveiled the FT-1 concept at 2014’s North American International Auto Show in Detroit, Supra loyalists clapped their hands with glee, and the rumors of…
Associates at Honda Manufacturing of Alabama celebrate the start of production of the all-new 2018 Honda Odyssey. Today, over 1,500 associates at the Honda Manufacturing of Alabama (HMA) plant in Lincoln celebrated the start of mass production of the 2018 Honda Odyssey minivan. The all-new model will launch nationwide this spring, with HMA acting as…
Ram 1500 History The Ram 1500 is a beast of a truck, and a consistent top performer among its competition. Americans love their trucks, and it just doesn’t get much more American than the Ram 1500,a full-size pickup truck sold under the Ram Trucks brand. Early History The Ram name was first used in 1981…
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