Posted in Automotive on Jan 21st, 2008
Chrysler is in a bit of a predicament. You see, they intended to produce just a limited run of 5,000 units of the 425-horsepower, 6.1-liter Hemi V8-powered Challenger muscle car. So far they have gotten just a tad over 9,000 orders for the car. Anbody who thought they could get one at original pricing is […]
Posted in Electric cars, Hybrids on Jan 21st, 2008
The Federal Government used the Detroit Auto Show as a backdrop to unveil it’s plans to funnel $30 million dollars into the development of new hybrid battery technology. This is the first major move in the direction of alternative fuels. Specifically the U.S. Department of Energy says it is seeking “projects that will find solutions […]
Posted in Automotive on Jan 21st, 2008
Mercedes-Benz isn’t exactly known as a maker of daring “out there” designs, but their latest gem the CLS is a stunner. Dubbed a “Four-Door Coupe” the CLS range evokes a radical design while still giving it an air of sophisticated posh Benz attitude. So far there have only been a few select versions, each packing […]
Posted in Automotive on Jan 21st, 2008
In a bid to close down a number of dealerships in certain regions, General Motors is preparing to make public a plan to encourage the creation of superstores in major metro areas that would carry every GM brand. GM will be at next month’s annual convention of the National Automobile Dealers Association in San Francisco. […]
Posted in Automotive on Jan 21st, 2008
It was one of the most well received American car concepts at Detroit. Cadillac’s CTS Coupe Concept is a nice looking car, and the crowds at Detroit loved it. Well if you were one of those people in that crowd, then rest assured your wish has been granted. The CTS Coupe has been given green […]
Posted in Automotive on Jan 20th, 2008
When the new Nissan Murano hits showrooms this year it will have a feature everybody wants, a lower price. Nissan North American Inc. says that when the new Murano comes out it will have a starting price that is $1,500 lower than the outgoing model. Base prices of the redesigned 2009 Murano range from $27,075 […]
Posted in Automotive on Jan 20th, 2008
When one thinks of New York City, one of the most common city trademarks are the yellow Ford Crown Victoria sedans that dot the city’s landscape. The Crown Victoria, or Crown Vic as it’s known to locals, has been the staple of NYC’s taxi fleet since the early 70’s. It’s roomy, has a large trunk, […]
Posted in Automotive, Cost of Ownership, Gas Prices, Hybrids on Jan 17th, 2008
Intellichoice has come out and stated they have found 12 hybrids worth buying. Those of us who might consider a hybrid to help do our part for the environment might jump at the list. But, the comparison is just a particular car versus the non- hybrid version. An example of this is the Ford Escape hybrid, […]
Posted in Automotive on Jan 16th, 2008
The truck market is incredibly important for automakers in the U.S. It actually is were most of these companies profits come from. Ford would be dead if they did not have their truck line, or more importantly the F-150 pick-up. The Ford F-150 is the best selling pick-up in America 20 years in a row. […]
Posted in Automotive on Jan 16th, 2008
The nation’s largest chain of auto dealers, AutoNation, will not buy from China. At least their cars anyways. Mike Jackson, chairman of the 325-store group, said he considers Chinese-made vehicles to be lagging, especially in safety and quality standards, and wants no part of them. The head of the dealership giant has been approached by […]
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