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DetroitHow GM came to make a conceptual Datsun 510: the Code 130R
Although front wheel drive may have ruled the roost for decades, there's simply no disputing the fact that rear wheel drive is slowly regaining its foothold in the market. Long after such vehicles as the Reliant and Civic condemned the Chevette and Fairlane to the scrap heap, the Chrysler 300, …
DetroitMini Cooper Coupe doffs top, births Roadster
If there's one thing that surprised me after a week aboard the 2012 Mini Cooper Coupe, it's precisely how many people thought the little two-seater coupe was actually drop top. Well, thanks to Mini's latest unveiling in Detroit, the answer to that question will soon be "yes." Called the Mini …
DetroitAcura NSX Concept paints a pretty picture of Acura's future
Finally. After years of dreaming about it, and suffering through the countless rumours, Acura has finally bestowed it's NSX concept upon the world. And it looks pretty friggin awesome. Appearing to mix equal parts Acura with the recent BMW M1 concept as well as a hefty portion of Cadillac's Cien …
Detroit2013 Ford Fusion Revealed
- New Ford Fusion Brings More Technology, Expected Triple Crown of Best-in-Class Gas, Hybrid, Plug-In Efficiency - New Ford Fusion is the first sedan to offer gasoline, hybrid and plug-in hybrid powertrains, each with expected top fuel economy, underscoring Ford’s commitment to give customers the power of choice With seven …
Detroit2013 Hyundai Veloster Turbo: Unveiled in Detroit this January
The biggest complaint people have about the current Hyundai Veloster coupe is that its engine lacks power, thereby creating an unfavourable weight-to-power ratio. This problem will be corrected next year with the arrival of a new turbo version of this compact sport coupe. You know the Hyundai Veloster. It’s that …
DetroitHonda Unveils 2013 Accord Coupe Concept
All-new Accord will feature next-generation powertrain technologies, class-leading fuel economy plus innovative safety and technology features Honda unveiled the dynamic Accord Coupe Concept today at the North American International Auto Show, providing the first official glimpse of the athletic styling direction, as well as revealing a host of new technologies …
DetroitIconic Audi allroad returns to the U.S. for the 2013 Model Year
Making its re-entry into the U.S. market for the first time since 2005, the Audi allroad made its debut at the North American International Auto Show in Detroit. The new allroad is built on the A4 platform and has been modified to meet the functionality and design elements that define …
Detroit2013 Dodge Dart: A Compact Car at Last!
Today we bid farewell to the Dodge Caliber and welcome the 2013 Dodge Dart. After releasing a few dark photo teasers, here is what was unveiled at the North American International Auto Show. It’s the definitive version of this highly anticipated car. Until now, Chrysler was the only high-volume automaker …
DetroitCadillac ATS Finally Shows Itself!
There is no doubt that Cadillac’s ATS will prove to be the brand’s most important vehicle. As the entry level sedan set to introduce would-be buyers to the brand, Cadillac will come to rely on the diminutive sedan just as BMW relies on the 3-series, Mercedes Benz the C-class, and …
Detroit2013 Cadillac ATS Challenges the Status Quo
• All-new, lightweight, rear-wheel-drive architecture with one of the lowest curb weights in the segment – less than 3,400 pounds (1,542 kg) • Broad lineup of engines, including two four-cylinders and a V-6 for North America, capitalizes on lightweight structure for performance with efficiency • Cadillac CUE, a comprehensive, in-vehicle …
DetroitHyundai Veloster Turbo Bowing in Detroit
For all its balls-out styling, scoops, and asymmetrical construction, Hyundai’s Veloster is a relatively sedate little coupe… sedan… hatchback… thing. With 138 horsepower coming from its 1.6 litre naturally aspirated four cylinder, it’s pretty sharp in the handling department, but could use a little bit more power under the hood …
DetroitVolvo XC60 Plug-in Hybrid Concept - superior to all existing hybrids
Volvo Car Corporation's technology in the advanced Volvo XC60 Plug-in Hybrid Concept gives the car owner possibilities that no other existing hybrid car can offer. "The gasoline plug-in hybrid is ideal for the American motorist who wants an electric car while at the same time retaining all the power and …
DetroitNew Acura Sedan to be Built at Award-winning Plant in Greensburg
Indiana plant to build its first Acura model - also the first ever U.S.-made hybrid model Honda Manufacturing of Indiana, LLC (HMIN) today announced that it will be the exclusive manufacturer of the Acura ILX, an all-new luxury sedan going into mass production in Indiana in the spring of 2012.
DetroitBentley Broaching New Base Model in Detroit
Although some of us may still be mourning the move of the Bentley brand from Jolly Olde to Germany, it certainly hasn't seemed to had any negative effect on the historic marque's sales. With the Continental GT cropping up just about everywhere, the now Volkswagen-owned subsidiary is literally drunk on …
DetroitTurbocharged 2013 Chevrolet Sonic RS Pushes Performance
Unique exterior and interior styling, sport-tuned suspension and standard MyLink A hotter Chevrolet Sonic is about to sound off – the 2013 Sonic RS. It goes on sale in late 2012, after making its public debut at the North American International Auto Show Jan. 14-22. The new RS amplifies the …
DetroitEncore Crossover to Join Growing Buick Brand
Buick today confirmed the introduction of the 2013 Encore, an all-new, versatile five-passenger crossover set to debut at the 2012 North American International Auto Show in Detroit. Encore joins a rapidly expanding family of Buick vehicles that has recently seen the additions of the Verano compact luxury sedan, the Regal …
DetroitDodge Hits the Mark With the All-new 2013 Dodge Dart Compact Car
Dodge Dart Blends Alfa Romeo DNA and Dodge’s Passion for Performance, Resulting in a Groundbreaking Car with the Ultimate Blend of Power, Fuel Economy, Handling and Style The Dodge brand is back in the U.S. compact sedan segment – in a big way – as the all-new 2013 Dodge Dart …

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