No surprise here but a new study released by J.D. Power and Associates shows that vehicle owners are continuing to experience a high number of problems with factory-installed navigation systems. According to the J.D. Power and Associates 2011 U.S. Navigation Usage and Satisfaction Study the problems deal primarily with routing quality and system usability. The study looks [...]
We’ve been hearing rumors of a three-row Volkswagen crossover for quite some time now. A company source has now confirmed to CARandDRIVER that the company is indeed moving ahead with a Honda Pilot, Ford Explorer and Dodge Durango competitor. Reports suggest that the model will be built on the Volkswagen Passat’s platform with production taking place at [...]
Minivans – what a boring segment – however, we’re pretty sure that someone, somewhere out there cares about them so we’re here to update you on some minivan news. Chrysler, which has dominated the segment for around 28 years. plans on offering just one single model that will be branded differently in the United States [...]
According to GM’s Jim Federico, executive director, group vehicle line director and VLE for global compact, mini, small and EV, the company will offer a plug-in hybrid version of the Cruze to rival Toyota’s Prius Plug-in Hybrid. Now here’s where things get a little confusing (nut not that much). Unlike the Chevrolet Volt, the electrified version of [...]
At the 2011 Tokyo Motor Show next week, Volkswagen will debut its new Passat Alltrack, which adds 4Motion four-wheel-drive allowing for more off-road capability. The new Volkswagen Passat Alltrack also gets visual enhancement that provide protection from scrapes when you’re traveling on some rough terrain. Other features include matte chrome roof rails, window surrounds, grille [...]
Consumer Reports has released its new ratings for midsized luxury sedans and the new Audi A6 has earned the top spot, scoring an Excellent overall test score of 93, the same as the previously tested M37. A bit strange that the test didn’t include the new 2011 BMW 5-Series and we’re guessing that’s why the [...]
BMW of North America has finally announced pricing on the new 2012 BMW 3 Series Sedan lineup. The 2012 328i Sedan will carry a starting price tag of $35,795 while the 2012 335i Sedan will start at $43,295 (Both prices include $895 destination and handling). The prices represent a $320 increase for the 328i and [...]
Cadillac will do whatever it takes to compete with the best of the best – that’s the mentality that goes on inside the heads of executives at the Detroit luxury brand. At a recent interview with Automotive News at the 2011 LA Auto Show, Don Butler, Cadillac’s marketing vice president, confirmed that Cadillac is considering offering a [...]
Here is another BMW rumor for you Bayerische enthusiasts. Word on the street is that BMW is considering to launch a new 1-Series hatchback model next summer called the M135i. The news comes from the same Netherlands dealer presentation that brought us news of a 318-hp tri-turbo M550d diesel. Rumors suggest that the new BMW [...]
Imagine what would happen if a Ferrari designer blessed Chrysler models with some style? Well, that’s exactly what’s going on right now as we type this. Fiat SpA, which now owns a controlling stake in Chrysler Group LLC is counting on Lorenzo Ramaciotti, the designer of the Ferrari 612 Scaglietti, to make Chrysler models appear [...]
