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Jaguar will Debut the New F-TYPE Coupe in Los Angeles 11.13.2013
The Jaguar F-TYPE Coupe will make its global debut on November 19 in Los Angeles on the eve of the Los Angeles Auto Show, and on the show floor on November 20 at the Los Angeles and Tokyo Motor Shows. The all-aluminum F-TYPE Coupe range is expected to deliver in production form the uncompromised design vision of the Jaguar C-X16 concept, and will complement… Read More
2015 Lincoln MKC Compact Luxury Crossover Unveiled 11.13.2013
The Lincoln Motor Company’s reinvention takes a major step forward with the unveiling of the all-new 2015 Lincoln MKC small premium utility vehicle. Lincoln MKC – first introduced as a concept vehicle at the 2013 North American International Auto Show in Detroit – represents a critical milestone in the company’s plan to expand its lineup. Arriving on the… Read More
MotorWeek CARnival 11.07.2013
Maryland Public Television's MotorWeek CARnival - the ultimate car show and fun day for everyone from auto enthusiasts to families -- attracted more than 5,000 spectators and 250 show cars. John Davis and members of the MotorWeek crew mingled with fellow auto enthusiasts and got a chance to see some of their fans most prized automotive posessions. Lilypons… Read More
Alternative Fuels Apps for your Mobile Device 2.01.2012
Are you an owner of an electric vehicle, biodiesel-powered or Natural Gas-powered car? Or are you in the market for one and are on the fence about where you'll be able to fill up or plug in? Thanks to the company, Iconosys.com, there are apps on your mobile device that can help you out. They're releasing four new "Alternative Fuels" directory apps -- "Where… Read More
The Mercedes Benz ML350 BlueTec Comes to MotorWeek 11.08.2011
The all-new 2012 Mercedes Benz ML 350 BlueTec made its way to our studios. Our fabulous intern, Adam, took some great pictures of the car! Not only that, he also got shots of the 2012 Ford Focus and 2012 Kia Rio 5. You can check out all the pics on our Flickr site. We'll have the full road test of the Mercedes Benz ML 350 in Episode 3112, which begins airing… Read More
Honda to Recall 960,000 Fits, and Other Models 9.06.2011
Honda Motor Co. said they will recall about 960,000 Fit subcompacts and 80,111 CR-V small SUVs from the 2006 model year around the world due to faulty power window switches. Honda said, “The design of the power window. . .can allow residue from interior cleaners to accumulate, which can, over time with switch use, cause the electrical contacts to degrade and… Read More
Toyota Sets New EV Record at Nurburgring 9.01.2011
Toyota Motorsport GmbH has set a new electric vehicle lap record at the infamous Nurburgring Nordschleife circuit in Germany. Jochen Krumbach drove the 100% electric powertrain TMG EV P001 around the track in 7 minutes 47.794 seconds to obliterate the previous 9-minute 1.338-second record. To set such an impressive time, the TMG used two electric motors,… Read More
New Honda Civic to Debut at Frankfurt Motor Show 8.31.2011
The new Honda Civic will be launched at the 2011 IAA Frankfurt Motor Show this upcoming September. Changes include an aerodynamic redesign featuring a rear combination light that acts as a spoiler, which not only provides downforce, but directs air flow down the sides of the car as well. Almost every body component has been redesigned to focus on ride and… Read More
Lincoln Plans for Seven New or Improved Vehicles by 2014 8.30.2011
In an effort to refresh the Lincoln brand image, Ford Motor Co. has made plans for seven new or improved models by 2014. All models, including new compact vehicles for the European market, will be redesigned or restyled. They will be differentiated from other Ford models by their onboard technology, sheet metal type, wheelbase, and the length of the front… Read More
Volkswagen to Boost Investments in Renewable Energy 8.29.2011
Volkswagen is planning to invest nearly $1.5 billion into its commitment to renewable and green energy over the course of the next two years. By looking to purchase offshore windparks, and signing a deal to draw roughly 10 percent of its electricity from hydropower, VW will have reduced its greenhouse gas emissions by about 40 percent over a period of ten… Read More