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World Debut of the New Toyota GR 86 4.06.2021
Toyota's other front-engine, rear-drive 2+2 sport coupe, the 86, has finally been revealed, along with a new name, months after its close cousin Subaru BRZ broke cover. The Toyota GR 86 will be the third entry in Toyota's portfolio of Gazoo Racing-inspired performance models, joining the GR Supra and GR Yaris. The GR 86 is mechanically identical to the Subaru… Read More
GMC Debuts Hummer EV SUV During March Madness-Adds Details 4.05.2021
General Motors used the setting of the NCAA March Madness men's final-four collage basketball tournament to publicly introduce the 2024 GMC Hummer EV SUV. The SUV joins the 2023 Hummer EV pickup as a two-prong dive into the heavier duty consumer electric vehicle sphere. The initial Edition 1 will be priced just over $100,000 when it arrives in 2023 as a 2024… Read More
Hyundai Releases Teaser Sketch of Upcoming Santa Cruz Pickup 4.02.2021
Hyundai has released the first teaser sketch of its highly anticipated Santa Cruz Sport Adventure Vehicle ahead of its April 15 World Premiere. The four-door compact pickup will be built at Hyundai Motor Manufacturing Alabama alongside the Santa Fe SUV and the two are likely to share engines and other components. Santa Cruz enters the soon-to-be crowded small… Read More
Genesis Introduces the Genesis X Concept 4.01.2021
Genesis has unveiled its fifth concept car, a high-performance EV-based GT called the Genesis X. It follows the New York, GV80, Essentia, and Mint concepts, and epitomizes its new take on sustainable luxury car design. The name ‘Genesis X’ is a combination of Genesis and the letter X, which symbolizes a “hidden hero.” "The Genesis X Concept can be described as… Read More
Lexus Concept Previews Brand’s Electrified Future 3.31.2021
Lexus proves a peak at their electric future with the dramtatic LF-Z Electrifed concept, a curent one-off that also foretells a specific model by mid-decade. At that time Toyota's luxury brand says they will have launched 20 new models, including 10 that will use electric as full or partial power including hybrids, plug-in hybrids, and full battery electric. The… Read More
First GMC Hummer EV Nets Charity $2.5 Million 3.30.2021
$2.5 million is the incredible amount the Tunnel To Towers Foundation charity will received from the first retail sale of a production 2022 GMC Hummer EV Edition 1. The winning bid by way of the Barrett-Jackson Scottsdale classic and collectible car auctiion that took place last Saturday, March 27th. The total bid will go to the charity as Barrett-Jackson waived… Read More
Jeep and Electrify America to Provide EV Charging at Off-road Trailheads 3.29.2021
Jeep is partnering with Electrify America to create the Jeep 4xe Charging Network by installing Jeep-branded EV charging stations at or near the trailheads of Jeep Badge of Honor off-road trails over the next year. The project coincides with the launch of the 2021 Jeep Wrangler 4xe plug-in hybrid, but owners of other Plug-In SUVs will be able to access the… Read More
MINI Countryman Boardwalk Edition Launches In Time for Summer 3.26.2021
Just in time for summer fun at the beach MINI is launching a fun-loving Countryman Boardwalk Edition crossover. With unique color combinations, an expressive exterior and stylish ambience in the interior, the linited run Boardwalk Edition makes for a fun ride for all five onboard. On the outside, the Boardwalk Edition comes in a Deep Laguna Metallic body color… Read More
Toyota Names Nine U.S. Winners of 2021 Dream Car Art Contest 3.25.2021
Cars that make glaciers, vehicles that disinfect the earth, mobile solutions to cleaner water, and flying contraptions that save the world were among the themes of artworks created by nine young artists selected as this year’s winners of the Toyota Dream Car USA Art Contest. From the pool of Toyota’s nine U.S. Winners, the Petersen Automotive Museum awarded… Read More
BMW Introduces New 2022 Alpina B8 Gran Coupé 3.24.2021
ALPINA is expanding its offering in the premium segment with the new BMW ALPINA B8 Gran Coupé. It combines the highest levels of performance, dynamics and comfort in a bold and beautiful design. Its twin-turbo 4.4-liter V8 engine produces an impressive 612 hp. The maximum torque of 590 lb.-ft is available from just 2,000 rpm for power delivery at all times. From… Read More