Tuesday, June 1, 2010

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Does Tesla's Toyota Deal Change Everything For Electric Cars?

Posted: 01 Jun 2010 02:44 PM PDT

The surprise partnership between Tesla Motors and Toyota announced two weeks ago generated a lot of head-scratching. The big question is, What does Toyota get out of the deal? It's easy to see what Tesla gets: more capital (Toyota will invest $50 million in Tesla just before its planned public offering); a nearby auto factory (NUMMI in Fremont...


Video: 2011 Audi A1 Mini-Movie With Justin Timberlake Episodes 4 And 5

Posted: 01 Jun 2010 01:00 PM PDT

Audi's 2011 A1 minicar still isn't a solid bet for the U.S., but that's not stopping the German carmaker from tapping American talent to promote the car. You may recall that Justin Timberlake was picked as the brand ambassador for Audi, and now he's stepping up his role in the A1's promotion. The first two episodes advanced the plot from cryptic...


2010 Coda Sedan: Exclusive Video Gives Electric-Car Details

Posted: 01 Jun 2010 11:15 AM PDT

Launching a brand-new car make is a tough task; just ask General Motors (RIP Saturn). But if you're electric-car startup Coda Automotive, you have at least one plus (it's a pure electric car, which is sexy) to offset several potential minuses (who's Coda? it's made in China? I can't buy one outside California?). Video exclusive! To reach out to...


Second Drive: 2010 Mitsubishi Outlander GT

Posted: 01 Jun 2010 10:55 AM PDT

While Mitsubishi has struggled to stay relevant with its larger vehicles—like the Mitsubishi Galant sedan and Endeavor SUV—it's managing to offer some excellent choices ranging from compact to mid-size. The automaker has infused its lineup of 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer and Outlander variants with a unique mix of sport and practicality. And for 2010...


Hurricane Season Starts Today: Six Vehicles To Make 'Hurrications' A Breeze

Posted: 01 Jun 2010 09:39 AM PDT

It's that time of year again. Not summer or Father's Day or Potty Training Awareness Month: we're talking about the North Atlantic hurricane season, which officially kicks off today. According to the National Oceanic Atmospheric Administration, the next six months could be rough for folks along the Gulf and Atlantic Coasts. We're here to lighten...


Video: Volkswagen Launches iPad Magazine For Customers And Fans

Posted: 01 Jun 2010 09:28 AM PDT

No matter how you feel about Steve Jobs or Apple or all things "i", there's no denying that the iPad has -- like the iPhone and the iPod before it -- created a sensation. Apple clearly understands the purpose of netbooks (which is more than other gadget-makers can say), and its engineers have wrapped up that purpose in a neat, pretty, intuitive...


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