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Next-gen Malibu Still A Year Off In U.S. If you were hoping to drive the next-generation Chevy Malibu this summer, you'll need to ask yourself one question. "Do I live in the United States?" If you answered yes, call your travel agent and make sure your passport is up-to-date. Any summer wheelin' in the new Malibu will require a quick hop to Korea. Follow the jump for a Cheers and Gears scoop: Next-Gen Malibu Still a Year Off in the US
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Full Review: 2011 GMC Acadia Denali We review the 2011 GMC Acadia Denali. Is it worthy of the Denali name? Does it compete with the Buick Enclave in the same showroom? Follow the jump to find out. Full Review: 2011 GMC Acadia Denali AWD
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K5 Blazer Design Contest We Have a Winner! GMC K5 Jimmy by Z28Lvr01 We had a bunch of excellent entries for this design contest, but our judge has ruled the above design the winner. Based on the GMC Sierra All-Terrain, this two door off-road brute also has a removable top very similar to the hardtop offered on the Wrangler. Most likely construction material would be fiberglass, but a high grade plastic is a possibility for weight savings. Instead of having it bolted through the bedrails like the original, it would clamp down or utilize some sort of rail system that could allow for aftermarket/accessory tops (tent, anyone?) to be easily mounted to it. K5 Blaze…
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This Just In: 2011 Lincoln MKS Ecoboost Stock Photo Shown Just in for an interactive review is a 2011 Lincoln MKS Ecoboost. First impression is DAMN! It's fast! Join in the evaluation after the jump: Interactive Review: 2011 Lincoln MKS Ecoboost
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Reviewed: 2011 Cadillac CTS Coupe Baby Got Back! Check out our review the 2011 Cadillac CTS Coupe
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Chevrolet Debuts the 2012 Sonic Sedan and Hatch 2012 Chevrolet Sonic Hatch and Sedan Media Gallery Be sure to watch the live reveal of the 2012 Sonic here on CheersandGears.com on January 10th at 6:15 eastern time. Small car with aggressive, youthful design in five-door and sedan models Available Ecotec 1.4L turbo with an estimated 138 hp (103 kW) Engineered for agile, athletic ride and handling Smart connectivity features including MyChevrolet smart phone app Only small car built in America Comments 0 : View Comments
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This Just In: 2011 Chevrolet Cruze LTZ RS Just in time to make a high efficiency run to Detroit for NAIAS, Chevrolet sends a nicely loaded 2011 Cruze LTZ RS for the trip. Check it out and ask questions in our Interactive Review: 2011 Chevrolet Cruze LTZ RS
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It's Electric! Boogie Woogie Woogie! Ford Focus Electric unveiled Ford reveled their first all electric vehicle today just prior to the North American International Auto Show. Follow the jump for more info Focus on Fuel Free - Ford Focus Electric
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The 2012 Buick Verano Just ahead of it's North American International Auto Show debut, Buick releases pictures and specs of the 2012 Buick Verano compact luxury sedan. 2012 Buick Verano Official Release 2012 Buick Verano Media Gallery Slideshow
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OnStar to be made available to all non-GM Vehicles At a CES press conference today, Onstar President Chris Preuss announced that Onstar will be made available on all vehicles, even non-GM vehicles. Starting in early 2011, OnStar will be offered as an aftermarket package for $299 plus $18.95 per month. Follow the jump for more details as I get them. OnStar to be made available to non-GM Vehicles
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This Just In: 2011 Cadillac SRX Turbo Premium Just in for an Interactive Review, the 2011 Cadillac SRX Turbo. Hit the jump to ask questions of this small luxury crossover. Interactive Review: 2011 Cadillac SRX Turbo
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<br><br><br> <h2 style="text-align: center;"><big><big>Battle of the Beasts</big></big></h2> <div style="text-align: center;"><img style="width: 363px; height: 273px;" alt="2011 Ford F-350 Super Duty" src="http://www.cheersandgears.com/uploads/1292458660/gallery_51_59_43290.png"> <img style="width: 362px; height: 271px;" alt="2011 GMC Sierra Denali 2500" src="http://www.cheersandgears.com/uploads/1289944373/gallery_51_58_805248.png"></div> <div style="text-align: center;"><big><big><br><br>Ford F-350 Lariat Super Duty v. GMC Sierra Denali 2500 HD&l…
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New Contest: Modern K5 Blazer Your mission is to harness that spirit and wrap it in new clothing for 2011 and beyond. The job is to create a new K5 Blazer that can actually blaze the trail. Or, if you prefer, a K15 Jimmy that take you to a wilderness view that extends to the horizon in all directions. You may base your creation on the existing Tahoe/Yukon, or branch out in a new direction. If you do, you could win a men's Chevy Truck watch. Follow the jump for rules and restrictions. Chevrolet K5 Blazer Design Contest This post has been promoted to an article
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Dec. 17, 2010 (PR Newswire) -- AUBURN HILLS, Mich., Dec. 17, 2010 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- BorgWarner announced today that it has signed an agreement to acquire the Traction Systems division of Haldex Group, a leading provider of innovative products for the global vehicle industry headquartered in Stockholm, Sweden. "This acquisition supports our continuing strategy to be a global technology leader in providing powertrain solutions," said Timothy M. Manganello, Chairman and CEO, BorgWarner. "With the acquisition of Haldex Traction Systems, BorgWarner has added a strong and well-respected brand of all-wheel drive products that will compliment our c…
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This Just In: 2011 Ford Fiesta Hatch SES This week's Interactive Review subject can fit in the bed of last week's Ford F-350. A quick spin around the block gives a good first impression of this little car. It's got a decent amount of pep. Follow the jump to participate in this week's Interactive Review: 2011 Ford Fiesta SES Hatch
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_ 2012 Lamborghini Murcielago Replacement Leaked Ahead of Official Debut. We don't even know the official name of it yet, but it appears the cat has accidentally been left out of the bag via InsideLine. The thumbnail image for their 2012 Lamborghini Murcielago First Drive shows an undisguised photo of the new bull. Image has been enlarged and enhanced to better show the car. Discussion:
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Full Review: 2011 Buick Regal CXL From the Interactive Review of the 2011 Buick Regal CXL here's the full writeup of our opinions on this newest of Buicks. Follow the jump for the whole review. Full Review: 2011 Buick Regal CXL
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2011 Chevrolet Silverado HD named Motor Trend Truck of the Year Make that two wins for General Motors and Chevrolet this year. The 2011 Chevrolet Silverado HD joins the Motor Trend Car of the Year - 2011 Chevrolet Volt as this year's Motor Trend Truck of the Year. We just had the Silverado's sibling, the 2011 GMC Sierra Denali HD in for review... and we can understand Motor Trend's sentiment towards this brute of a hauler. Follow the jump for the full press release. Motor Trend Truck of the year - 2011 Chevrolet Silverado HD
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HAPPY HOLIDAYS From CheersAndGears.com and the Ford F-350 SuperDuty Happy Holidays from CheersandGears.com and the Ford F-350 SuperDuty to all of our members .... but especially to member Chris_Doane. Following up after the Interactive Review of the 2011 GMC Sierra Denali 2500 HD we now move on to Chris's favorite pursuit vehicle, a Ford F-Series SuperDuty Crewcab 4x4. So fire up the yule log, drink some eggnog, sit down with your dog, and send some questions to this blog... about the Interactive Review: 2011 Ford F-350 Super Duty.
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Understanding the 2012 Buick LaCrosse with eAssist System With the 2012 Buick LaCrosse General Motors (GM) introduced the second generation Belt Alternator Starter (BAS) system, officially known as the eAssist, at the 2010 Los Angeles Auto Show. GM claims that eAssist, which means "light electrification" helps the near 2 ton car achieve a 25 percent increase in the fuel economy compared to the fuel economy of the 2.4L, 4 cylinder/6-speed LaCrosse. GM expects the eAssist LaCrosse to deliver a class leading fuel economy of 25 mpg city and 37 mpg highway. The system will be standard on all 4-cylinder equipped 2012 LaCrosses. The eAssist system will…
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This Just In: 2011 GMC Sierra Denali 2500 Crew Cab 4WD The 2011 Cadillac CTS Coupe went back to GM and they swapped in something at the other end of the spectrum, a 2011 GMC Sierra Denali 2500 HD Crewcab 4WD with the Duramax Diesel V8. It already ripped a hole in my driveway. Interactive Review: 2011 GMC Sierra Denali 2500 HD Crewcab 4WD
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The EPA’s Electric Vehicle Mileage Fraud Forbes The Nissan Leaf was rated at 99 MPGe. To reach this number, the EPA created a conversion factor between a quantity of electric energy, measured in kilowatt-hours (KwH) and a volume of gasoline, measured in gallons. They did this be dividing the potential energy or heating value of a gallon of gasoline (115,000 BTUs) by the energy in a KwH of electricity (3412 BTUs) to get a conversion factor of 33.7 gallons per KwH. Using this factor, they can convert miles per KwH of electricity in an electric vehicle to an MPGe that is supposedly comparable to more traditional vehicles. The problem is that, using this methodology,…
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This Just In: 2011 Cadillac CTS Coupe The 2011 Buick Regal CXL returned to GM yesterday and they kindly dropped of a 2011 Cadillac CTS Coupe for me to review till next Wednesday. Join the Interactive Review thread to ask questions and make comments. Interactive Review: 2011 Cadillac CTS Coupe
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Chevrolet Volt Named Motor Trend 2011 Car of the Year Chevrolet takes home this year's Car of the Year award for the Chevrolet Volt. More details after the jump. Chevrolet Volt take home 2011 Motor Trend Car of the Year
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... just a FEW decades late. http://www.nytimes.com/2010/11/14/automobiles/collectibles/14IRAN.html
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This Just In: 2011 Buick Regal CXL 2011 Buick Regal stock photo shown We resume our Interactive Review series with a 2011 Buick Regal CXL. So fire away with your questions after the jump! Interactive Review: 2011 Buick Regal CXL
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GM achieves third consecutive quarter of profitability and positive cash flow Net income of $2.0 billion, earnings per share of $1.20 DETROIT, Mich. – General Motors Company today announced that for the third quarter ending September 30, 2010, the company generated: Revenue of $34.1 billion Net income attributable to common stockholders of $2.0 billion Read More: General Motors Announced Third Quarter 2010 Results
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Recalling Toyota's Recalls: Over 14 million Vehicles recalled in the past 12 months.
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Recalling Toyota's Recalls: Over 14 million in past 12 months, 25.6 million since January 2005 November 1, 2010 - Drew Dowdell - Chief Editor CheersandGears.com No one can argue that it hasn't been a roller-coaster year for the world's largest car company. It was a year ago tomorrow that Toyota issued it's largest recall ever for possible gas pedal entrapment caused by loose floor mats. That initial recall of 3.8 million vehicles seemed to unleash a blizzard of further recalls. In the past 12 months, the grand total for Toyota's recalls has been more than 14 million units. To put that in some perspective, there were only 10.4 million vehicles sold, by all …
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_ Dodge launches new Journey for 2011 Chrysler has just unleashed its latest revamped product, the 2011 Dodge Journey. For 2011 the Journey gets revised suspensions geometry for for improved ride and handling and a more engaging drive. Under the hood, there is the new Pentastar V6 producing 283 horsepower and 260 lb.-ft. of torque. Perhaps the biggest news and improvement will be found inside, where the Journey receives an all new, vastly improved interior, featring a modern, high tech design. Follow the jump for full details and images. 2011 Dodge Journey Revealed
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New Tech Article Series: Lesser Known Tech Today we begin a new series of article on lesser known technology. Many of us gear heads hear of different technologies in vehicles and have a general understanding of why they exist, but sometimes there are things that don’t generate much thought because...well.. they seem to always have been there. These articles are to help you understand the background of the technology.... the “how?” and the “why?” that are more than just one or two word answers. In this, our first article, we cover EGR. Read on after the jump: C&G Feature: Lesser Known Tech: The In and Out of In and Out - EGR Explained
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Halloween Photohunt: Find the meanest, scariest, automotive face Win yourself a $25 Amazon gift card. Follow the link for rules and entry instructions. Cheers and Gears Photohunt Challenge: Meanest, Scariest, Automotive face
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Voltgate: Manufactured Outrage Yesterday the automotive press' world exploded over a small, inconsequential, technical detail in the Chevrolet Volt's powertrain that increases energy and fuel efficiency by about 15%. This detail caused the likes of Edmunds, Jalopnik, and Popular Mechanics to go so far as to accuse GM of lying about the Volt not being a hybrid. I've already explained the technical reasons behind why those publications are wrong in yesterday's article Volt: Still a not Hybrid... no lie! What bothered me most about these accusations is how quickly they started. Follow the jump to read more: Voltgate: Manufactured Outrage
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Chrysler 200 - Not Teasing Anymore Chrysler isn't teasing anymore with it's new Chrysler 200 photos Chrysler 200 - Not Teasing Anymore Cheers and Gears Media Gallery: Chrysler 200
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The Volt: Still not a hybrid... no lie! This morning the automotive press’ inter-tubes went all a flutter over the revelation that the just released Chevrolet Volt has a clutch that can engage the gasoline engine to the generator which could itself be connected to the wheels when the vehicle is running over 70mph and the battery is depleted. This prompted cries of “GM LIED!” and “IT’S JUST A HYBRID!” due to the fact that since near the beginning, GM has been marketing the Volt as an electric vehicle with an onboard range extender and it had no physical connection from engine to wheels. That got me thinking: What exactly is the definition of a hybrid…
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Dodge releases Charger interior teaser From the teaser shot, we know for sure the Charger will have the same steering wheel as the recently revealed interior of the 2011 Durango and Dodge is promising better materials and excellent fit 'n finish for everyone's favorite rebel American sedan (not that that's a extremely difficult thing to do in the first place). More here: Just a Peek: 2011 Dodge Charger Interior
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Highly charged motoring Electric cars, though a welcome development, are neither as useful nor as green as their proponents claim The Economist DESIGNED especially for city and suburban motoring, this handsome automobile is smooth, quiet and easy to drive, and being powered by electricity it can be charged up at home. Tempting? The sales pitch is not for one of the new electric cars from General Motors, Nissan or Renault, but for a 1905 Victoria Phaeton from Studebaker of South Bend, Indiana. Electric cars have come and gone over the years. Usually an oil crisis has given them a boost; this time it is a combination of oil prices, fears about energy security and clima…
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_ Chrysler Releases First 2011 Durango Interior Photo Chrysler has released the first official image of the 2011 Durango's new interior.
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Americans Want Econoboxes? SUVs Back Over 50 Percent of Vehicle Sales National Review For the first time in more than two years, SUV sales account for more than half of the U.S. auto market. This will come as no surprise to readers of this blog, as we have charted the growing rebound of light truck sales as the U.S. economy has (albeit slowly) rebounded and gas prices remain under $3 a gallon. The trend comes even as Washington issued a new edict that vehicles average an absurd 62 mpg by 2025. The current absurd standard — 35 mpg by 2015 — has forced manufacturers to invest billions in new small-car development. Today, manufacturers are in defiance of their own custom…
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_ 2011 Dodge Charger Revealed The wait is over. After countless spy photographs an sightings, as well as a partial Police specific reveal, Dodge has finally unleashed the first photos of the 2011 Charger. Hit the jump for images and info. 2011 Dodge Charger
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http://www.networkworld.com/news/2010/092810-texting-bans-dont-work.html As more states ban the practice – Massachusetts will become the 31st to do so on Thursday – new research from the insurance industry claims that the prohibition of texting while driving does not reduce auto crashes … and may actually increase them. The research by the Highway Loss Data Institute (HLDI) builds upon similar results the organization offered in January regarding bans that address general cell-phone use while driving. HLDI president Adrian Lund was to present his organization’s findings at today’s gathering of the Governors Highway Safety Association in Kansas City. "Texting bans have…
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GM's Diesel for North America: Really needs a good name GM's 2.9 Liter V6 Clean Diesel for Europe On Monday, GM Vice Chairman Tom Stephens said at an energy efficiency conference that GM would release a diesel powered car for sale in the U.S. sometime in the future. Vague words at best, but still it managed to perk the ears of those of us who love torque. Only... how do they go about marketing such a thing? Read more after the jump: GM's Diesel for North America: It need a good name
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_ 2012 Chevrolet Aveo Previewed GM has released a couple of photos of the new 2012 Aveo 5-door ahead of its Paris debut. Follow the jump to see the other photo and details. http://www.cheersand...t-aveo-preview/
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_ GM unveils Chevrolet Cruze hatchback for Europe GM has unveiled the first images of the upcoming Cruze hatch ahead of its debut at the Paris Motor Show. Follow the jump for details.
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Boston Globe IN THE market for a used car? Good luck finding a bargain: The price of “pre-owned’’ vehicles has climbed considerably over the past year. According to Edmunds.com, a website for car buyers, a three-year-old automobile today will set you back, on average, close to $20,000 — a spike of more than 10 percent since last summer. For some popular models, the increase has been much steeper. In July, a used Cadillac Escalade was going for around $35,000, or nearly 36 percent over last July’s price. Why are used-car prices rocketing? Part of the answer is that demand is up: With unemployment high and the economy uncertain, some car buyers who might otherwise be look…
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_ 2011 Dodge Durango Unveiled After much teasing and many spy shots, the 2011 Dodge Durango, the second all new vehicle to debut after Chrysler bankruptcy, has been unveiled. The Durango also marks the debut Dodge's new logo. Follow the jump for full details and photos.
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_ Chevy Orlando Unveiled Ahead of Paris GM's Delta-based seven seater budget hauler is revealed by GM ahead of the Paris Auto Show, and will still only be sold in Canada, Europe, and Asia. Hit the link for more! Orlando Revealed
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_ GM High Performance Division Put Back to Work Disbanded in February 2009, the team responsible for models like the Cobalt SS and HHR SS has once again been reborn, aiming to work their magic on GM's small cars! Hit the jump to read more. GMPD Put Back to Work
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_ Next Gen Dodge Durango spied outside of Denver Member GM4Life snapped these pics of the next generation Dodge Durango on I-76 about 75 miles south of Denver. Hit the jump to see more. Next Gen Dodge Durango spied outside of Denver Related: Dodge Durango name confirmed Dodge Durango Interior exposed Dodge Durango Rendered
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GM Announces CEO Succession Process Dan Akerson to Become CEO, Whitacre Remains Chairman DETROIT – General Motors today said that Edward E. Whitacre, Jr. will step down as chief executive officer on September 1, 2010, and as chairman of the board by the end of the year, having successfully led the company's return to profitability after the most turbulent period in its history. Ed Whitacre stepping down as CEO
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GM POSTS $1.3-B NET INCOME FOR SECOND QUARTER General Motors earned $1.3 billion in the second quarter, mostly in North America, which more than offset a $200-million loss in Europe and smaller profits from the rest of the world. Read the news here.
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The automotive industry in developing countries VOX The 2008 and 2009 recession started in the US, but due to a globalised financial sector and strong international trade linkages, its effects were felt around the world. Of particular importance for developing countries was the impact on global value chains. Reduced demand in the US and Europe directly affected developing economies due to the important production steps that are located there. In addition, Yi (2009) and Bems et al. (2009) argue and provide evidence that vertical linkages over distinct production steps amplified the trade shocks. The financial crisis forced Western governments to intervene massively in t…
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_ GM to announce Chevy Volt pricing/ordering on Tuesday After three long years, GM will finally announce the pricing for the Chevrolet Volt tomorrow. There will also be a live online webchat with Volt Marketing Director Tony DiSalle following the announcement. Follow the jump for a brief press release and discussion.
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_ Ford Unveils 2011 Explorer After months of teasing Ford has finally pulled the wraps off the striking new Explorer. It features a sleek, yet bold new body and a vastly improved high tech interior. Hit the jump for more details and photos.
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_ Dodge Charger Spied Member Z-06 has caught a glimpse of what appears to be a Police Package Charger prototype. Hit the jump to see more.
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Italy to China in driverless vehicles PARMA, Italy — It's a modern-day version of Marco Polo's journey halfway around the world — but is anyone at the controls? A team of Italian engineers on Tuesday launched what has been billed as the longest-ever test drive of driverless vehicles: a 13,000-kilometer (8,000-mile), three-month road trip from Italy to China, not in search of silk, but to test the limits of future automotive technology. Two bright orange vehicles, equipped with laser scanners and cameras that work in concert to detect and help avoid obstacles, are to brave the traffic of Moscow, the summer heat of Siberia and the bitter cold of the Gobi desert before th…
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The original press release: The down economy has claimed another victim—The Paddock, a mainstay in the muscle car parts business for over 40 years. Indianapolis-based Key Auctioneers (www.KeyAuctioneers.com) announced today that it will auction the company’s parts inventory, showroom items, collectibles, vehicles, and equipment at the company’s 60,000-square-foot Knightstown facility. The July 29 auction is expected to draw thousands of muscle car enthusiasts from the Midwest and beyond. The Paddock has been a leading supplier of muscle car parts for several decades. Its thirteen parts lines represent some of America’s most popular muscle cars, including Mustang, Corve…
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Detroit's Big Three automakers saw June sales drop between 12 and 13 percent as buyers pulled back from the previous month, suggesting that the hot May sales may have been an aberration. So automakers on Thursday were touting their year-over-year June sales numbers, which compared favorably with 2009's depressed figures. Hyundai was the world's only major automaker to buck the downward trend, reporting a 4 percent June sales increase from May and a 35 percent jump compared with June 2009. Autodata said the June numbers indicate that 11.1 million new vehicles will be sold this year, slightly ahead of last year's figure of 10.4 million new vehicles sold. Embattled …
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After hinting at doing so for a couple of years, Gordon Murray has finally revealing his new T.25 city car at an event at the Smith School of Enterprise and the Environment in Oxford, England. The 1,212-pound car is just over four feet wide, less than eight feet long and seats three adults in a 1+2 layout. Like Murray's McLaren F1, the driver sits front and center and the passengers sit behind on either side. The whole front section of the body is hinged at the front and flips forward for access in a manner not dissimilar to BMW's Isetta microcar of the mid-Fifties. Power comes from a 51 horsepower, in-line three-cylinder engine mounted in the back to propel the T.25 to…
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This Just In: 2010 Buick Enclave CXL Does the Great American Road Belong to Buick? Find out in our Interactive Review of the 2010 Buick Enclave CXL
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First IPO for a U.S. Automaker in 54 years Tesla shares rise after 1st U.S. carmaker IPO in 54 years
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2010 Chevrolet Malibu LTZ Interactive Review Our latest interactive review: 2010 Chevrolet Malibu LTZ
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Taking the Driver Out of the Car WSJ "Your grandchildren will snap across the entire continent in 24 hours on a new kind of highway and in a new kind of driverless car that is controlled by the push of a button," futurist Norman Bel Geddes promised in 1940. Mr. Bel Geddes designed Futurama, the most popular exhibit at the 1939 New York World's Fair, which in many ways inspired the construction of the Interstate Highway System. Driverless cars have so far remained the stuff of science fiction. Seventy years after Mr. Bel Geddes's promise, they are finally close to reality. Consumers today can buy cars that steer themselves; accelerate and brake to maintain a safe driv…
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. Oldsmoboi is guest co-host from Cheers and Gears on Autobird podcast AB Podcast #29: The Luxury-like Redux episode Discuss the podcast: Autobird Podcast #30 <div><object id="mp3playerlightsmallv3" classid="clsid:d27cdb6e-ae6d-11cf-96b8-444553540000" width="210" height="25" codebase="http://download.macromedia.com/pub/shockwave/cabs/flash/swflash.cab#version=6,0,40,0"><param name="align" value="middle" /><param name="allowScriptAccess" value="sameDomain" /><param name="quality" value="high" /><param name="bgcolor" value="#ffffff" /><param name="wmode" value="transparent" /><param name="src" value="http://…
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2010 SRX Has Largest Gains In Sales And Residual Value In Segment Sales up 493 percent, projected resale value up 17 percentage points DETROIT – Since its debut last year, the all-new 2010 Cadillac SRX has posted the largest gains in its segment for both sales and projected resale value, establishing SRX as a leader among mid-size luxury crossovers. SRX total U.S. sales through May have risen almost 500 percent, compared to the first five months of last year, outselling the Mercedes-Benz M-Class, Audi Q7, BMW X5 and Acura MDX. The average transaction price for the new SRX is more than $2,300 higher than the previous model. Discussion: 2010 SRX has Largest …
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Auto-Sales Optimism Fades DETROIT—Just a few months ago, optimism was rising in the auto industry that new-vehicle sales would make a strong rebound this year after falling to historic lows in 2009. New data, however, suggest the recovery isn't as strong as it appeared earlier in the year. The increase in auto sales in the first five months of 2010 has been driven by higher sales to rental-car companies and other commercial fleets—not sales to consumers, who are now showing signs of more pessimism about the economy, as well as a halting interest in buying new cars. "The industry is on the mend but there are reasons for caution," said John Hoffecker, a managing directo…
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_ End of the Road for Mercury After fevered speculation, Ford has confirmed that it will shutter the Mercury brand this year. Ford now joins its Big 3 rivals in shedding a brand in the past 10 years. Hit the jump for details. Ford press release confirms Mercury's demise
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_ Ford Mustang sales top Chevrolet Camaro in May The muscle car wars are heating up. Ford's strong and efficient new engines helped the Mustang take back the sales lead in May, with 10,225 Mustangs being sold compared to 8,931 Camaros. Hit the jump for details. Ford Mustang sales top Chevrolet Camaro in May
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GM Posts $865 Million 2010 Q1 Profit DETROIT, Mich. – General Motors Company today announced its first quarter 2010 results, marked by revenue of $31.5 billion and operating income of $1.2 billion. Net income attributable to common stockholders was $0.9 billion, resulting in earnings per share on a diluted basis of $1.66. GM's first quarter adjusted earnings before interest and tax (EBIT) was $1.7 billion, after adjusting for the favorable impact of the sale of the Saab brand. GM North America had EBIT in the first quarter 2010 of $1.2 billion, up from a loss of $3.4 billion in the fourth quarter 2009. GM Europe had a loss before interest and taxe…
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Rendered: 2012 Dodge Durango Our pal DodgeFan finished his renderings of the 2012 Dodge Durango
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This Just In: 2010 Ford Edge SEL Interactive Review: 2010 Ford Edge SEL
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World components: Steel shocks The Economist One of the few boons of the recent global recession for carmakers was that it drove the soaring steel prices of 2008 down sharply. Now, however, prices are starting to climb again on the back of renewed demand. Profit margins in the auto industry are already razor-thin and other costs have been pared to the bone. So carmakers’ only remaining option may be to pass the increased costs of the crucial metal on to consumers. The price of steel has been rising for over six months, albeit in a volatile way. They are still some way off their highs in 2008, when prices boomed by 60%, but they have recovered much of the ground they lo…
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From a working paper at the National Bureau of Economic Research "The current US ethanol mandate requires that about 5 percent of world caloric production from corn, wheat, rice, and soybeans be used for ethanol generation. As a result, world food prices are predicted to increase by about 30 percent and global consumer surplus from food consumption is predicted to decrease by 155 billion dollars annually." Harvard's Jeffrey Miron opines: "In other words, the mandate needs to generate at least $155 billion worth of annual benefits from reduced global warming to pass a cost-benefit test. Since ethanol use appears to increase GHG emissions, the mandate fails big time! Befo…
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Hydrogen tries again Has the lightest and most abundant stuff in the universe found a new role in energy? The Economist HAVING soared on the promise of carbon-free motoring, the idea of the “hydrogen economy” crashed and burned when it collided with reality. Hundreds of experimental hydrogen-powered cars—once hailed as the best solution for reducing America’s dependence on foreign oil for over half its consumption—are now gathering dust in manufacturers’ parking lots. Hydrogen’s main attraction is that when it is “burned” in a fuel-cell or an internal-combustion engine, the only emissions are heat and a wisp of water vapour. Using hydrogen as a fuel—actually, it is mo…
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Chevrolet to Unveil Volt MPV5 Crossover at Beijing Auto Show The Chevrolet Volt MPV5 concept will debut at the Beijing Motor Show. The five-passenger crossover rides on the same Voltec architecture as the Volt. Discuss what do you think of the concept here.
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. Poll: More Americans say U.S. cars top Asian autos American automakers take a slight advantage over Asian competitors likely due to Toyota's recent issues.
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. GM falls out of Fortune 500's top ten for first time in over a century GM moves to 15th due to bailout and bankruptcy in 2009.
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Unbearable lightness? To make cars frugal, they will have to become lighter—and more expensive From The Economist. WHEN it comes to motor vehicles there is widespread belief—at least in America—that bigger is not only better, but safer too. The assumption is that nothing beats having lots of steel around you in a crash. And it is true, to some extent. All things being equal, the driver of a large SUV (sports-utility vehicle) is less likely to be killed than the driver of a small car in a head-on collision between the two. The downside is that SUV drivers are far more likely than car drivers to die in solitary roll-over accidents induced by the vehicle’s own weight, its…
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http://www.motortrend.com/roadtests/coupes/1004_2011_mustang_v6_vs_2010_genesis_coupe_3_8_vs_2010_camaro_rs_vs_2010_challenger_se/index.html mods please move this topic if need be..... i find it hard to believe anyone would want a Scoupe coupe XL over the Camaro or Mustang, but to each their own.
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. How to Meet 2016 CAFE Standards? Go on a serious diet. As The Economist reports this week, powertrain improvements can only go so far to meet the aggressive mileage improvement goals. To make up the rest, cars will have to become much lighter. This will raise prices, but will it also make cars less safe? Is it worth it? Discuss in the forums! Unbearable Lightness
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Cheers and Gears at Get your questions in here. Hybrid Lincoln MKZ Debut 2011 Cadillac CTS-V Wagon 2011 Saab 9-5 Post Show Event
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Autobird Podcast #21: "Luxury Like" Our own JamesBond (Justin Loyear) joined Colin Bird of AutoBirdBlog and Joel Feder of Accelerate MPLS for this weeks AutoBird Podcast #21.
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. GM recalls 5,000 vans with serious fire risk. Tells owners to park outside, away from everything. 5,000 Chevrolet Express and GMC Savana vans recalled.
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. GM Confirms they are going to build the fastest wagon ever! 2011 Cadillac CTSv Sport Wagon 2011 Cadillac CTSv Sport Wagon
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. 2010 Camaro SS Full Review <img src="http://www.cheersandgears.com/uploads/1265847896/gallery_253_27_345025.jpg" WIDTH="640" HEIGHT="480" HSPACE="15" vspace="15"> By Justin Loyear Cheers and Gears Biggest Fan - Head turning looks in a comfortable package. Oh, and 426 horsepower! Toughest Critic - Premium stereo needs improvement for when you don't want to listen to the engine. Full story: 2010 Camaro SS Review
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. Report: GM working on more powerful V6 for 2011 Camaro? GM wants Camaro to top Ford's 305 horsepower in base Mustang.
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http://www.autoblog.com/gallery/2010-j-d-power-vehicle-dependability-study/#2 Top 10 Porsche Lincoln Buick Lexus Mercury Toyota Honda Ford Mercedes-Benz Acura
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This Just In: 2010 Ford Fusion Hybrid Our first car from the Ford press fleet for an Interactive Review is a 2010 Ford Fusion Hybrid..... hey, why not start off with the car that was voted Motor Trend Car of the Year? Interactive Review: 2010 Ford Fusion Hybrid
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_ Out-of-Control Toyota Prius Stopped By California Patrol Car The driver of the runaway Toyota Prius, 61-year-old James Sikes called CHP while driving eastbound on Interstate 8 near San Diego around 1:30 PM PST, complaing about a stuck accelerator and being unable to shift the car into neutral. California Highway Patrol responded, putting a patrol car in front of the Prius, eventually stopping the car near La Posta Bridge. This high-profile incident comes on the same day Toyota made a similarly high-profile defense of its cars. Full story after the jump. Story courtesy of Jalopnik.
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. Interactive Review: 2010 Chevrolet Camaro SS RS Manual 2010 Camaro SS RS Manual interactive review: questions welcome and updates to follow.
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Newly Stalled Toyota Blocks Rivals, Too From the Wall Street Journal. When a car breaks down ahead of you, it isn't unusual to feel a certain deplorable smugness as your own engine keeps purring. But the poor unfortunate stuck in the road can still slow you down. Take Toyota Motor, which Tuesday rolled out new customer incentives to help repair the damage from its recall fiasco. Of all foreign rivals, Toyota epitomized the competitive pressure that has ground down the U.S. market share of Ford Motor, General Motors and Chrysler for decades. The televised unraveling of Toyota's reputation for quality could only be good for Detroit, right? Ford, for example, certainly c…
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. Bob Lutz to Retire May 1 78 year old Lutz caps off a 47 year career in the automotive industry GM confirms Lutz to retire effective May 1, 2010.
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. Ford Edges General Motors in Sales for the Month of February Chrysler also shows a year over year sales increase from 2009 February 2010 Sales Ford Motor Company - 142,285 General Motors - 141,951 Toyota Motor Sales of America - 100,027 Chrysler Group LLC - 84,449 American Honda - 80,671 Nissan Motor - 70,189 Hyundai Motor America - 34,004 Subaru of America - 33,710 Kia North America - 24,052 [Volkswagen of America - 18,116 Mazda North America - 17,054 Daimler AG - 15,385 Audi - 6,216 Mitsubishi Motors - 4,019 Green = year over year gain Red = year over year loss
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_ December/January/February COTM Winner! Congratulations CaminoLS6, for winning December/January/February Car of the Month! The stay tuned for next month's theme to be announced. Please be sure to check out the official rules below. COTM Official Rules
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_ Consumer Reports releases top American picks Ford's Fusion wins big, taking multiple awards and the crown for better reliability than Honda and Toyota. Discussion: Consumer Reports Releases Top American Picks
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You Tell Us: Discussion: What defunct domestic vehicle would you like to see brought back? Why and How?
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_ SPIED: 2011 Hyundai Elantra Our very own member, CanadianBacon94, managed to snap these photos of the Hyundai's next Elantra undergoing cold weather testing in International Falls, MN. Hit the jump to see for a complete set of 2011 Hyundai Elantra spy shots. SPIED: 2011 Hyundai Elantra
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HUMMER SHELVED! GM Confirms Hummer Sale Dead Discussion: Hummer sale dead, GM Confirms
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