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2013 Mercedes C300 4Matic Confirmed with 3.5L V6

2013 Mercedes C300 4Matic Confirmed with 3.5L V6
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Already suspected to be in the works for 2013, Mercedes-Benz confirmed that it will replace the aging 3.0-liter V6 in its C300 4Matic sedan with a detuned version of the 3.5-liter direct-injected V6 already found in the more powerful C350.  Continue Reading...

2014 Corolla Might Get Ventilated Seats for US: Chief Engineer Says

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2014 Corolla Might Get Ventilated Seats for US: Chief Engineer Says
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Still a decent distance away from U.S. production, the 11th generation Toyota Corolla is giving us a few hints of what we could expect through the Japanese Domestic Market (JDM) version. Continue Reading...

Top 10 Most Fuel Efficient AWD Cars and Crossovers

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Top 10 Most Fuel Efficient AWD Cars and Crossovers
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Fuel efficiency is quickly becoming one of the most sought after elements in a new car. However finding a car with good fuel efficiency usually means you have to make a few compromises. Continue Reading...

Cadillac Flagship Tipped as GM Begins Hunting Suppliers

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Cadillac Flagship Tipped as GM Begins Hunting Suppliers
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Tucked away behind the list of new cars in Cadillac’s lineup like the upcoming XTS seen above, the Omega platform that could underpin a new rear-wheel drive flagship for the American luxury marque seems to be gathering steam. Continue Reading...

Porsche Pajun Pushed Back to 2017

Porsche Pajun Pushed Back to 2017
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It’s been a while since we heard anything about the Porsche Pajun, a smaller version of the Panamera that would compete with the Mercedes E-Class or BMW 5 Series, but information is starting to crop up again.  Continue Reading...

Honda Develops Successful Traffic Jam Detector

Honda Develops Successful Traffic Jam Detector
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Honda announced a technology breakthrough today capable of detecting the potential for traffic congestion by actively determining whether the driving pattern of a vehicle is likely to create bottle-necking.  Continue Reading...

Brabus Drops The V12 For Hybrid-Diesel For Latest Technology Project Hybrid

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Brabus Drops The V12 For Hybrid-Diesel For Latest Technology Project Hybrid
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Brabus established its name as the monster tuner of Mercedes-Benz engines capable of exceeding 1,000 lb.-ft. of torque. But for its latest project, the company drops its earth-shaking V12 in a bold pursuit for a more eco-friendly diesel hybrid. Continue Reading...

Mazda Dropping V6 Engine Option from Lineup

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Mazda Dropping V6 Engine Option from Lineup
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For years now the decline of the V8 engine in traditional passenger cars has been well documented. Even sports cars are moving away from the hulking powerplants. But could the V6 see a similar fate? It certainly will at Mazda, confirms Robert Davis, the brand’s US boss, commenting in a recent interview that the company... Continue Reading...

Bentley Announces Global Partnership with Starwood Luxury Hotels

Bentley Announces Global Partnership with Starwood Luxury Hotels
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Bentley of late has enjoyed double digit growths as the luxury marque rapidly expands in new markets. Moving forward with an aim to double annual sales by 2017, Bentley hopes to create a bigger impact in foreign markets by announcing a partnership with the world class St. Regis and The Luxury Collection Hotels & Resorts,... Continue Reading...

Ward’s Auto 10 Best Interiors for 2012 List Announced

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Ward’s Auto 10 Best Interiors for 2012 List Announced
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Ward’s Auto has released its top 10 picks for best interior in 2012 today, though in no particular order. Here they are with brief notes on each car’s engine specs and starting price. The 2012 Mazda CX-5 crossover is powered by 2.0-liter Skyactiv inline four cylinder that makes 155 hp and 150 lb-ft of torque... Continue Reading...

Volvo Celebrates 85th Anniversary in 1927 ÖV4

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Volvo Celebrates 85th Anniversary in 1927 ÖV4
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April 14, 1927 marked the first mass-produced Volvo ÖV4 model to roll off the Volvo Lundby factory of Göteborg, Sweden. Now, 2012 marks the 85th anniversary of Volvo cars. To celebrate the occasion, Volvo president and CEO Stefan Jacoby will join Volvo Group president and CEO Olof Persson to drive a restored ÖV4 past the... Continue Reading...

Survey: Over 60 Percent of Hybrid Buyers Don’t Buy Another One

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Survey: Over 60 Percent of Hybrid Buyers Don’t Buy Another One
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Despite the commitment of many automakers to go green, consumers do not share the sentiment. According to a Polk study released today, almost two-thirds of U.S. hybrid buyers do not return to the market for another hybrid. The only exception in the survey is from the best-selling Toyota Prius, receiving a repurchase rate of 41... Continue Reading...

2014 Chevy Impala Video, First Look: 2012 NY Auto Show

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2014 Chevy Impala Video, First Look: 2012 NY Auto Show
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A forgettable sedan if there ever was one, over the past several years the Impala owes its success to fleet sales, not consumers. Chevrolet is now looking to change that with a completely restyled version of its full-size front-drive sedan, adding plenty of luxury, technology and style. Unveiled at the New York International Auto Show,... Continue Reading...

2013 Lexus ES Debuts With Hybrid Drivetrain: 2012 New York Auto Show

2013 Lexus ES Debuts With Hybrid Drivetrain: 2012 New York Auto Show
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Lexus debuted its new volume-seller midsize 2013 ES350 and ES300h hybrid cars today at the New York Auto Show featuring the same re-visited styling we’ve seen on the rest of its lineup. “The Lexus ES brought new levels of refinement, sophistication and quality to the entry luxury segment when it entered the market in 1989 and... Continue Reading...
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