When the next-generation Jaguar XK arrives around 2013, it will offer a near 300-hp V6 diesel-powered variant in its lineup to go against the likes of BMW’s 635d. According to sources, the XK diesel will be powered by a 3.0L twin-turbo V6 unit that will allow massive amounts of torque, allowing it to go from [...]
FoMoCo today was named one of the Top 10 list of “Most Innovative” companies by Fast Company in the Mobile technology category, sharing the ranks with Google, Apple, Amazon and HTC. “This honor represents Ford”s commitment to innovation and development of technology that enhances the driving experience and adds real value to the consumer,” said [...]
What really looks like a golf cart for Batman is really a compact urban combat armored electric-vehicle by Metaltech Motor Bodies called the Anti-Terrorist Assault Cart (ATAC). The ATAC was unveiled at an Indian arms fair, which was inspired by the Nov. 2008 terror attacks. The ATAC’s main objective is to be able to maneuver [...]
With January sales 264 percent higher than the same period last year, the all new 2010 Cadillac SRX continued its impressive run as it was introduced to the mid-sized luxury crossover segment, with January representing the fifth straight month of year-over-year increases of over 100%. Last month we test drove the 2010 Cadillac SRX equipped [...]
I.DE.A Institute is an Italian design house owned by the Swiss Rieter group. The company designs everything from vehicles, motorcycles, furniture, electronics and more. Each year at the Geneva Motor Show, I.DE.A shows up with some mind-boggling concept. Last year I.DE.A showed up with the ERA concept, which you can check out here. This year, [...]
During his third press conference last week, Toyota’s CEO Akio Toyoda said that he will not appear before U.S. lawmakers at hearings scheduled for later this month. Toyoda said he wasn’t planning on attending but would consider appearing before Congress if he was invited. Well, a congressional committee sent out an invitation to Toyoda today [...]
General Motors announced today that it will invest close to $500 million to produce the next generation fuel-efficient Ecotec engines. The move is expected to create nearly 550 jobs at three U.S. plants. GM said the investment will include facility renovation, new machinery, equipment and special tooling to support this engine “GM is transforming its [...]
The new Chevrolet Cruze from General Motors has amassed more than 100,000 in international sales and has been introduced in 60 countries. It was even called the “Car of the Future” by President Obama. And while many of you may think Obama had it confused with the Volt, he didn’t, because he even ended up [...]
The 2010 Geneva Motor Show is one auto show that even popular German tuners like to attend to show off their latest creations. AC Schnitzer will be on hand showing an extensive modification range for the new BMW X1 and rather than just offering some visual upgrades, Schnitzer is also offering a nice chunk of power [...]
Remember that Opel concept teaser we showed you last week? Well, here is what the whole thing looks like. Known as the Flextreme GT/E Concept, the study continues GM’s extended-range electric vehicle technology that is currently found in the Chevrolet Volt and the Opel Ampera. The point of the Flextreme GT/E is to show the [...]
