Nissan reduces number of Leaf demo cars for dealers, to meet the demand
To cope with the initial demand for the Leaf in the US, Nissan's US dealers will receive only one demo car of this model instead of two (as they were...
by Christian A. - November 23, 2010
Porsche announces a 150 million euros investment in Weissach development center
Porsche announced today that it will invest around 150 million euros in a high-tech wind tunnel but also a new state-of-the-art design centre and an innovative electronics integration centre. The...
Bmw and Mercedes-Benz will shorten Christmas breaks at their factories to face the demand
According to the latest reports from Automotive News, it seems that Bmw and Mercedes-Benz will shorten breaks at their factories due to the increased demand for their new models. For...
Audi aiming to become the leading premium seller of electric vehicles by 2020
It appears that Audi has big plans with its electric business, as Franciscus van Meel, Audi's manager for electric mobility strategy announced that the German car manufacturer wants to be...
Oprah gives away 2012 Volkswagen Beetles to audience
Two American icons – the Volkswagen Beetle and Oprah Winfrey – got together as the famous talk show host recently gave away a new Beetle to each of her 275...
Coda Automotive signs Hertz deal that offers EV rental options
Coda Automotive inked a deal to provide electric vehicles at Hertz locations in Southern California beginning next year. Just last week, Coda had announced that it will delay the introduction...
Porsche could share platforms and knowledge with Bentley, says new boss Matthias Müller
In a recent interview, Porsche's new boss Matthias Müller said that the company could share platforms and technology with Bentley, but also admitted that this plan might affect British manufacturer's...
Mercedes-Benz to introduce a diesel-powered GLK in the U.S. in 2012
Mercedes-Benz will introduce a more economical diesel version of the 2012 GLK crossover. Mercedes-Benz USA CEO Ernst Lieb made the confirmation in an interview for Wardsauto. This new model's engine...
2012 Mercedes-Benz SLK will introduce new safety standards for convertible sports car
Those who had been eagerly awaiting the 2012 Mercedes-Benz SLK to be displayed at the Los Angeles Auto Show were sorely disappointed when they didn't get a glimpse of the...
Autonomous Audi TTS breezes through Pikes Peak track in 27 mins
The Autonomous Audi TTS completed a course, including 12.42 miles uphill, in 27 minutes -- proving that a driverless car can handle complex driving courses and conditions. The feat was...
VW's design chief Bischoff confirms plans for a new Microbus
German carmaker Volkswagen AG is currently developing a new car with global influences, according to design chief Klaus Bischoff, in an exclusive interview with Auto Express at the Los Angeles...
Judge says that Toyota acceleration cases will not be tossed
Toyota Motor Corp. suffered a setback as a federal judge made a tentative ruling that says that he will scrap most of the carmaker's first major legal challenge to class-action...
Obama says that GM's IPO shows that the auto industry is again on the rise
With General Motors Co.'s return to the stock market, President Barack Obama said that this is proof that the US auto industry is recovering and will continue to do so...
Honda planning to expand U.S. sales of Civic models powered by natural gas
US sales of Honda Motor Co.'s natural gas-powered car will be expanded from only four states this year to most of the 50 states by next year, according to US...
AMG set to buy Ducati, report says
Sources say that the recent marketing tie-up between Mercedes-AMG and Italian superbike manufacturer Ducati could lead to the creation of AMG-badged two-wheelers while there may even be a full-blown takeover...
Toyota planning to upgrade engine assembly lines worldwide
To reduce output cost and to make even the smaller assembling units profitable, Toyota Motor Corp. is planning to upgrade engine assembly lines around the world, according to a report...
2012 Audi RS3 Sportback: official details, photos, specs and price
Audi made us quite a surprise today and revealed the all-new RS 3 Sportback, a hardcore version of the A3 Sportback which promises to deliver impressive performances with an average...
2011 Hyundai Elantra promises to be a rival to the Corolla and Focus
Hyundai Motor Co.'s rivals in the small-car segment should be wary as the more fuel-efficient, restyled Elantra is set to enter the market early next year. Hyundai has already cut...
Report: Porsche may develop a small SUV and a sports car to increase sales
As part of Porsche's goal to double global sales within three years, it may develop a small SUV and a sports car smaller than the Boxster. According to Bernhard Maier,...
Hyundai named largest Asian carmaker in Europe for 2010, beating Toyota
Hyundai Motor Group is 2010's largest Asian carmaker in Europe! The South Korean firm surpassed Toyota Motor Corp., which saw its sales fall significantly due to the recall crisis. According...