Archive for January, 2011
Ford aims for BlueMotion fuel efficiency
Friday, January 28th, 2011 | Car News | Comments Off
Derek Kuzak, Ford’s Chief of Product Development, has announced that the automaker is aiming for the same fuel economy ratings as Volkswagen’s BlueMotion technology, the industry champion.
A track-ready Toyota iQ!
Friday, January 28th, 2011 | Car News | Comments Off
A track-ready iQ? Well, that’s exactly what Toyota unveiled at this year’s Tokyo Auto Salon, in Japan. The highly tuned GRMN iQ Racing Concept features extensive cosmetic and performance modifications that distinguishes it from the Toyota’s new city car, soon to be sold in Canada under the Scion brand.
Geneva 2011: Mercedes unveils the 2012 C63 AMG early
Friday, January 28th, 2011 | Car News | Comments Off
Mercedes-Benz has given us a present just before the weekend, revealing the first images and specs of the redesigned 2012 C63 AMG, to be officially unveiled at the Geneva Motor Show.
Nissan to sell rebadged Mazda5 in Japan
Friday, January 28th, 2011 | Car News | Comments Off
Mazda and Nissan announced that they are expanding their original equipment manufacturing (OEM) projects. Starting this May, the former will share some of its ”Zoom-Zoom” with Nissan as the latter will sell a rebadged Mazda5 in Japan.
What does your zodiac sign say about your driving?
Friday, January 28th, 2011 | Car News | Comments Off
A new astrological sign was recently added and changed the universe as we knew it. This prompted American insurance company Allstate to compare claims data against the revised zodiac calendar.
Geneva 2011: A picture of the Toyota FT-86 II Concept
Thursday, January 27th, 2011 | Car News | Comments Off
Toyota unveiled a picture showing a small part of the second evolution of the FT-86 II Concept which will debut at the Geneva Auto show. According to the manufacturer, this version should clearly indicate the final design of the Japanese racer inspired by the legendary Toyota AE-86.
Volkswagen presents a pair of Touaregs in Qatar
Thursday, January 27th, 2011 | Car News | Comments Off
At the first Qatar Motor Show (26 – 29 January), Volkswagen is presenting two exclusive SUV concept cars for the first time. The common denominator of these all-wheel drive vehicles: No compromises! Show car number 1 is a slightly tamer version of the Touareg 3 that started in the Dakar Rally at the beginning of January; this 228 kW / 310 PS Volkswagen could very well be the world’s most talented street-legal SUV. Show car number 2 is the Touareg Gold Edition – many of its parts have been upgraded with 24-carat gold; this 265 kW Volkswagen (360 PS) is debuting as one of the highest quality SUVs ever. The cost of these concept cars? Priceless. Yet…
Does size matter?
Thursday, January 27th, 2011 | Car News | Comments Off
We know we’re currently playing the word game and we promise that it will end sooner rather than later… maybe. A few days back, we posted a story on the visual differences between certain specific cars. A few short days later, Ferrari announced to the World details on their new FF, the latest supercar from Maranello aimed at the affluent, scratch that, mega-loaded family of four.
Emergency response crews learn how to deal with EV crashes
Thursday, January 27th, 2011 | Car News | Comments Off
The imminent arrival of electric vehicles (EV) in Canada will usher in a new era and everyone dealing with cars – from consumers to maintenance workers – will have to adjust to this phenomenon. Emergency response crews will also have to adapt their work methods and knowledge in order to effectively help EV owners in a variety of situations.
MINI named Car of the Decade!
Thursday, January 27th, 2011 | Car News | Comments Off
On January 13, 2011, German automotive magazine Automobilwoche named the MINI Cooper ”Car of the Decade” during the Auto Star ceremony at the company’s headquarters, recognizing ”individuals, companies and products that were consistently successful and shaped the automobile business over the last decade,” explained editor-in-chief Guido Reinking.
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