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Ford is making greener vehicles through increased use of renewable and recyclable materials
Ford is making its vehicles more eco-friendly through increased use of renewable and recyclable materials such as the soy and bio-based seat cushions and seatbacks on the 2010 Ford Taurus.
New Ford Fiesta debuts at Bangkok Motor Show
Ford Motor Co.’s Thailand-built Fiesta compact has been introduced at the 31st Bangkok International Motor Show that runs from March 26 to April 6.
German carmaker Porsche has unveiled the prototype of a futuristic hybrid supercar during the 2010 Geneva Motor Show, which is said to be able to reach 100km/h in just 3.2 seconds while emitting only a fraction of the carbon put out by most sports...
Next Generation Nissan Micra to Debut at the Geneva Motor Show
Nissan has today confirmed that its next-generation Micra will appear at next month’s Geneva Motor Show.
From Thailand with Love: Aston Martin DBS replica based on Opel Calibra
If James Bond were real, we wouldn't recommend trying to impersonate him. We get the feeling that 007 wouldn't take to impostors very well. Fortunately he's a fictional character – or so we're led to believe – so the gloves are off. If you're plan...
New Advocacy Group Launched to Fight Distracted Driving
Phoning and texting while driving kill an estimated 6,000 people every year. Safety advocates say it is about time a national organization was formed to fight it.
First Look: 2011 Ford Focus
Finally, Ford gives us the European Focus we're been coveting for years. The 2011 Ford Focus is actually a global car that will be about 80% identical in every market. Even the front fascia is the same around the world.
First Look: Volkswagen New Compact Coupe Concept
Are you ready for the year of the Volkswagen? The German giant is planning to release more cars in 2010 that it has in any single year in its history, and it'll start things off with a bang in Detroit. Meet the Volkswagen New Compact Coupe Concept...
Chevrolet Hints At Styling For New Aveo
As competition heats up in the subcompact car segment, Chevrolet is giving its value-priced Aveo a bolder design and more powerful engine.
A mightier Mustang: Ford offers 5.0-liter engine option
DETROIT — To those not steeped in Ford Mustang history, the news that the 2011 model will come with the option of a 5.0-liter engine probably sounds like a big, "So what?" But for enthusiasts, the news conjures memories of the 1970s and '80s, when...
Consumer Reports: Redesigned Toyota Prius Remains Most Fuel Efficient Car Drivers Can Buy
The redesigned Toyota Prius remains the most fuel-efficient car consumers can buy at 44 mpg overall according to Consumer Reports' latest tests. The Prius has been CR's Top Pick for Green Car in the Annual Auto Issue for the past six years and the...
Toyota Recall Affects 3.8M Prius, Lexus Cars
The Federal Department of Transportation has issued an "urgent" warning to owners of several Toyota and Lexus models, strongly advising them to remove the floor mats on the driver's side to prevent the accelerator pedal from sticking.
Cool License Plates for Internet Geeks
Have you ever thought of a cool way to take your web life offline? To show off you are an Internet geek? Here’s a cool idea for you: a web-geeky automobile license plate:
Infiniti Announces Pricing on 2010 EX35
Infiniti today announced pricing on the 2010 Infiniti EX, which is on sale now at Infiniti retailers nationwide. The EX combines sports car style and performance, the 4-door convenience of a luxury sedan and excellent cargo utility - all wrapped u...
Over 600,000 Expected to Attend The 20th Annual Stater Bros. Route 66 Rendezvous in San Bernardino
Stater Bros. Supermarkets is proud to announce its title sponsorship of the biggest car show on the West Coast and the largest Supermarket Chain sponsored event in America. The Stater Bros. Route 66 Rendezvous will begin today and run through Sund...
Mercedes-Benz Cars at the 2009 Frankfurt Motor Show
Mercedes-Benz Cars is reaching for the skies at this year's International Motor Show in Frankfurt. With the aid of a special illuminated membrane, the large interior space of the venerable Frankfurt Festhalle (festival hall) has been divided into ...
Engineering Students Turn Vintage MGB Into Electric Car
The year was 1984. Roger Dougal, a newly minted Ph.D. in electrical engineering, was beginning his career in the University of South Carolina's College of Engineering.
2010 Prius Plug-in Hybrid Debuts at Frankfurt Motor Show
The 2010 Toyota Prius Plug-in Hybrid (PHV) Concept vehicle will make its world debut next week at the Frankfurt Motor Show.
Reva Launching Two New Cars at Frankfurt
At midday on Wednesday 16th September 2009 Reva Electric Car Company (REVA) will be unveiling two new M1 classified electric cars at the 63rd Frankfurt International Motor Show (IAA).
Campaign Salutes Avis and Budget Rent-A-Car for Going Smoke-Free
The following is a statement by Matthew L. Myers, President, Campaign for Tobacco-Free Kids: Avis Rent-A-Car's famous advertising slogan "We Try Harder" was never more apt than it is right now. The Campaign for Tobacco-Free Kids applauds Avis Budg...