Tuesday, February 9, 2010

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2010 Geneva Motor Show Preview: 2011 Audi A1

Posted: 09 Feb 2010 03:46 PM PST

The 2011 Audi A1 is finally here. After enduring months of drip-fed teasers, a couple of concept cars and even several leaks Audi has released full details and images for its new "premium compact" ahead of the car's official world debut at the 2010 Geneva Motor Show. Audi has consistently boasted about the A1's high levels of dynamic and build...


Driven: 2010 Lexus RX 450h

Posted: 09 Feb 2010 03:40 PM PST

In addition to the new Lexus HS 250, Lexus has an entire line of hybrids that are almost indiscernible from a distance from their gasoline-only counterparts. Of those, the bestseller is by far the RX 450h, which brings a hybrid halo to this very popular luxury crossover. We've had a number of engineers tell us that the best pairing for a hybrid...


2010 Scion tC Release Series 6.0 Priced, Coming To Chicago

Posted: 09 Feb 2010 01:36 PM PST

Scion has gotten by unscathed as parent company Toyota (NYSE:TM) continues to announce safety recalls for braking, acceleration and steering issues, so the sporty tC coupe may appeal to some buyers that otherwise would be shopping for Toyota-brand vehicles. The latest version of the tC, the Release Series 6.0, offers an appearance and feature...


Toyota Corolla Being Reviewed For Potential Steering Issue

Posted: 09 Feb 2010 12:04 PM PST

In recent weeks Toyota has managed two major acceleration-related recalls covering much of its lineup; this week it announced a braking-related recall on its iconic Prius tech flagship; and now, looking ahead, Toyota might be facing a steering issue as well on one of its best-selling vehicles. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration...


2010 Infiniti G37 Convertible Priced From $44,350

Posted: 09 Feb 2010 09:56 AM PST

Infiniti's sleek and sporty G37 Convertible has been turning heads since it made its debut last year, and despite a slight price bump for 2010, the car still undercuts its German rivals, starting from $44,350. Well, most of its German rivals--the Audi A5 Cabriolet starts from $42,000, though for that price, you get a 2.0-liter, 211-horsepower...


2011 Hyundai Sonata Wins Big In Superbowl Ads; Audi, Dodge Less So

Posted: 09 Feb 2010 09:15 AM PST

The New Orleans Saints weren't the only winners to emerge from Sunday night's Super Bowl (which, by the way, was the most-watched TV show in U.S. history). Automakers like Hyundai also walked away victorious, with varying jumps in web traffic thanks to Super Bowl ads. The 2011 Hyundai Sonata ended the night at the top of the heap. Compared with...


In Houston And Tel Aviv, Cities Shift Toward An EV Future

Posted: 09 Feb 2010 07:07 AM PST

Electric vehicles have been discussed for decades, but it wasn't until the mid-aughts of this century that EVs gained traction within the broader auto industry. Today, nearly every automaker on the planet has some form of battery-powered vehicle on the drawing board, but research and development is only half the battle for manufacturers. To ensure...


RECALL: 2010 Toyota Prius, Lexus HS250h For ABS Software Update

Posted: 09 Feb 2010 04:40 AM PST

As expected, Toyota has announced a recall for its 2010 Toyota Prius and 2010 Lexus HS 250h models to update the anti-lock braking system (ABS) software. The new software improves the response time of the anti-lock system and alters its sensitivity to tire slippage. The update is intended to reduce inconsistencies in brake feel that many owners...


Preview: 2011 Volvo S60

Posted: 09 Feb 2010 02:00 AM PST

• What is it? A stylish four-door with a Swedish twist • The basics: Coupe-like styling and efficient powertrains • On sale: In the second half of the year, with a public showing and more details at the Geneva Motor Show • Price: $32,000-plus (est.) Set to be debut on March 2 at the 2010 Geneva Motor Show, the all-new 2011...


2010 Chicago Auto Show: Ford's Green 2011 Transit Connects

Posted: 08 Feb 2010 09:01 PM PST

At the 2010 Chicago Auto Show, which kicks off Wednesday morning, Ford will have several introductions. Among them are two green versions of its 2011 Ford Transit Connect small commercial van. All-electric van First, Ford launches its very first all-electric car, to be known as the Transit Connect Electric. Converted in the U.S. by Azure Dynamics...


2010 Volvo C70 Bottom Line

Posted: 08 Feb 2010 07:50 PM PST

With a hardtop convertible system and a peppy turbocharged engine, the 2010 Volvo C70 is a fun and fast top-down tourer, but limited cargo space and small rear seats mean it's best suited to two adults rather than four. The Volvo C70 is mostly a carry-over from 2009, with a few new options and packages for 2010. While tThe C70's exterior design is...


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