2009 Detroit Auto Show - The Best and Worsts
Jan 21, 2009
STEVE'S BEST AND WORST OF THE DETROIT AUTO SHOW 2009 MOST ANACHRONISTIC VEHICLE â Can you believe they are still building the Mercury Grand Marquis. That rear-wheel drive design must be 50 years old by now but there are still buyers out there I guess. The Ford version, Crown Victoria, is still being made for cop a ... Continue reading
Mazda Launches Special Edition Axela Sport in Japan
Jan 20, 2009
- The '1.5 Smart Edition' Axela offers an affordable option in the Axela carline - HIROSHIMA, JapanâMazda Motor Corporation today announced the launch of the Mazda Axela Sport 1.5 Smart Edition in Japan. This special edition Mazda Axela (known overseas as the Mazda3) goes on sale from today at all Mazda, Mazda Anf ... Continue reading
Lexus Launches 'RX450h' and 'RX350' in Japan
Jan 20, 2009
Tokyo, Jan 19, 2009; Lexus announces that sales of the "RX350" in Japan started today and that sales of the "RX450h" are to start in Japan in April*. Both RX models are the latest versions of the RX, which was previously unavailable in Japan. Next-generation crossovers that merge the luxurious ride and comfort of a sed ... Continue reading
2009 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited Sahara Review
Jan 19, 2009
Have you driven a Jeep? Lately? By Thom Cannell Detroit Bureau The Auto Channel Yes, it is a homage to the familiar Ford slogan of the 90âs, but absolutely applicable. For me it encapsulates the days I tested a 2009 Wrangler Unlimited. I was trapped at the North American Auto Show with no way home. A Sunburst Oran ... Continue reading
2009 Detroit Auto Show - Thoughts From "Our" Optimist
Jan 13, 2009
DETROIT AUTO SHOW The Views of an Optimist By Steve Purdy TheAutoChannel.com Detroit Bureau I canât tell you how many times Iâve been asked my opinion about the likelihood of survival for the Detroit Three automakers. (Youâll no doubt notice that we no longer talk about the Big Three, since Chrysler hasn ... Continue reading
Jan 11, 2009
- Concept car hints at future Legacy design language - - Features Symmetrical AWD and 3.6-liter Boxer engine - DETROIT, Jan. 11 -- Subaru of America, Inc. revealed the 2009 Subaru LEGACY CONCEPT today at the 2009 North American International Auto Show. The new LEGACY CONCEPT is a hint at the future of Legacy design. Th ... Continue reading
New BMW Z4 Roadster and New BMW 7 Series Make World Debut in Detroit - COMPLETE VIDEO
Jan 10, 2009
Please contact me if you need additional information, photography or to arrange an interview at the show. Best regards, Blair Hefty 201-927-5415 (cell) Contacts: Thomas Plucinsky BMW Product and Technology Communications Manager Tel. 201-307-3783 / Thomas.Plucinsky@bmwna.com Matthew Russell BMW Product and Technology C ... Continue reading
2009 Chevrolet Traverse FWD LTZ Review
Jan 9, 2009
THE AUTO PAGE By John Heilig The Auto Channel SPECIFICATIONS Model: 2009 Chevrolet Traverse FWD LTZ Engine: 3.6-liter V6 Horsepower/Torque: 281 hp @ 6400 rpm/253 lb.-ft. @ 5500 rpm Transmission: 6-speed automatic Wheelbase: 118.9 in. Length/Width/Height: 205.0 x 78.4 x 72.8 in. Tires: P255/55R20 Cargo volume: 24.4/68.8 ... Continue reading
Jan 9, 2009
DRIVING DOWN THE ROAD WITH CAREY RUSS 2009 Honda Pilot When the Honda Pilot debuted as a 2003 model halfway through 2002, the Pilot gave Honda a solid presence in the mid-sized crossover SUV market. Generation one had a successful six-year run, but time, market conditions, and customer expectations march on. So Pilot, ... Continue reading
Subaru's Quiet Road to Success
Jan 8, 2009
Washington DC January 8, 2009; The AIADA newsletter reported what is it about Subaru? Their cars don't get eye-popping fuel economy. They don't sell hybrids, super-hot sports cars, or other attention-grabbing metal. And good luck wringing a rebate out of the dealer. "It's not an exciting brand," Todd Turner, president ... Continue reading
Consumer Reports' 2008 Car Brand Perception Survey: Drivers See Toyota, Honda as Best Overall
Jan 8, 2009
But perception is not always reality NEW YORK, Jan. 8, 2009; Consumers perceived Toyota and Honda brands to be best by a wide margin, followed by Ford, Chevrolet, and GMC, according to Consumer Reports' 2008 Car Brand Perception Survey. The survey also revealed that car buyers consider safety and quality as the most im ... Continue reading
Suzuki Displays SX4 Trip Edition at CES
Jan 6, 2009
- 2009 Suzuki SX4: First car priced below $16,000 with standard navigation - Suzuki's consumer base of 'confident explorers' made more confident with the help of Microsoft and Garmin LAS VEGAS, Jan. 6 -- Having appeared on several prestigious consumer automotive industry lists in 2008, including Kelley Blue Book's "Top ... Continue reading
2009 Suzuki Grand Vitara Review
Jan 5, 2009
2009 Suzuki Grand Vitara Review; Someone once said, âa good tool is hard to find.â Maybe thatâs not what they said. Maybe they said, âTools makes strange bedfellows.â Actually seems like Iâm a tool with this opening. So let us start again. There is actually a method to this tool madness. W ... Continue reading
2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee SRT8 Review
Jan 2, 2009
THE AUTO PAGE By JOHN HEILIG SPECIFICATIONS Model: 2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee SRT8 Engine: 6.1-liter SRT HEMI V8 Horsepower/Torque: 420 hp @ 6200 rpm/420 lb.-ft. @ 4800 rpm Transmission: 5-speed automatic with manual mode Wheelbase: 109.5 in. Length/Width/Height: 195.1 x 84.3 x 66.7 in. Tires: 255/45ZR20 (F)/285/40ZR20 ( ... Continue reading
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