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Volkswagen Unveils the Golf GTE Plug-In Hybrid 2.21.2014
The new Golf GTE plug-in hybrid, which will be presented at the Geneva International Motor Show is the fifth powertrain to be offered in the Golf, adding to gasoline, diesel, CNG and full electric versions. The Golf GTE has an NEDC hybrid combined fuel economy rating of 157 mpg (equivalent to 35 g of CO2) and has an all-electric range of 31 miles along with… Read More
Cadillac Introduces the 2014 ELR Luxury Coupe its First Electric Car 2.19.2014
The 2014 Cadillac ELR luxury coupe blends dramatic design and industry-leading extended-range technology to deliver a driving experience that is sporty and environmentally friendly. It represents the first application of Extended Range Electric Vehicle technology by a full-line luxury automotive brand. The ELR delivers on the promise of the Converj Concept on… Read More
Television Star Rob Dyrdek sets a Guinness World Record in a Chevrolet Sonic 2.18.2014
MTV Television star Rob Dyrdek set a Guinness World Record using a Chevrolet Sonic for the Farthest Reverse Ramp Jump by a Car with a total of 89 feet 3¼ inches. MTV was on hand filming the jump for the season finale of Dyrdek’s show “Fantasy Factory,” that is set to air on March 13 at 10:30 p.m. EST/PST. To qualify for the Guinness World Record, Dyrdek had… Read More
GM to Restore 8 Cars Swallowed by Sinkhole at the Corvette Museum 2.14.2014
GM has decided to take full responsibility for the eight cars that were swallowed in a sink hole that developed under the Corvette Museum in Bowling Green, Kentucky earlier this week. Though Chevrolet will chaperon the reconstruction of the Corvettes, the process will be overseen by Ed Welbum, vice president of General Motors Design in Warren, Mich. The best… Read More
Huge Sinkhole Swallows 8 Cars at the Corvette Museum 2.12.2014
Early this morning a sink hole swallowed eight of the sports cars on display at the National Corvette Museum in Bowling Green, Kentucky. The cars were located inside the facility’s iconic Skydome Wednesday morning, said executive director Wendell Strode. Museum officials received a call at 5:44 AM from their security company alerting them that their motion… Read More
BMW 228i a Contender in Affordable Luxury Vehicles 2.10.2014
As Mercedes-Benz CLA-Class and Audi’s A3 sedan emerge with their entry level affordable luxury cars, BMW is finally a competitor. BMW is fighting to keep up with the trends as they build a new performance line for young luxury buyers.At the Detroit Auto Show in early January 2014, BMW released the 2nd Series Coupe that will go on sale March 2014, as a new… Read More
MotorWeek Presents the 2014 Drivers’ Choice Awards 2.07.2014
Each year we roll out the red carpet for our annual Drivers' Choice Awards. These are the cars and trucks we would like to have parked in our driveway, or at least dream about owning if we won the lottery. We look at the factors mattering most to consumers - price, practicality, performance and fuel efficiency. Then our editorial staff selects the best… Read More
Nissan Celebrates 80 Years of Moving People 1.27.2014
Nissan Motor Corporation marked another milestone in its history on December 26, celebrating 80 years of moving people with innovative and exciting cars. Take a look at Nissan's rich history of the company by clicking the links to the videos below. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6ahOm_Q1ORU http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wEhnc6zeCkA
More from the The 2014 North American International Auto Show 1.15.2014
MotorWeek Host John Davis was on site delivering updates from the 2014 North American International Auto Show in Deroit. Take a sneak peek at more of the amazing vehicles that had John has his eyes on. From the fleet of new BMW's to the Volvo Concept XC Coupe you wont be disappointed at what John was able to captutre. Take a look! Top Left: BMW M4 … Read More
The 2014 North American International Auto Show 1.13.2014
The 2014 North American International Auto Show press preview is under way. MotorWeek Host John Davis is there delivering updates on what's happening in Deroit. Take a sneak peek at some of the amazing 2015 vehicles that has John raising his eyebrows. From the 2014 NAIAS Car of the Yeat the Chervolet Corvette Stingray to the 2014 NAIAS Truck/Utility of the… Read More