Archive: June 2009
BMW edging past Lexus to become America’s top-selling luxury brand
Since as far back as 2000 Lexus has been the top-selling luxury brand in the U.S., a positioned it appeared the Toyota premium division would be to hold on for years to come. Despite top marks in dependability and satisfaction surveys, Lexus has conceded its number one spot to BMW based on...
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Transformers 2 movie pushes Camaro sales over the top
Just last week we profiled the Camaro's rise to above-sticker sales prices due to huge enthusiast demand, including 14,000 pre-orders placed before the car even entered... June 30, 2009 by Kenneth Hall 2
Lamborghini officially unveils RWD Gallardo LP550-2 Valentino Balboni
Modern supercars have pushed the envelope of performance so far that they require all sorts of technology to keep the average driver from instantly destroying themselves and... June 30, 2009 by Nelson Ireson 4
Hurst announces Pontiac G8 H.O. 'Executive Hot Rod'
The Pontiac G8 - and its entire brand - are nearly extinct, but there's time for one last hurrah at Hurst. The historic hot rod company has plans to build 52 special-edition... June 30, 2009 by Nelson Ireson 5
BMW releases new photos of M Sport Package for 7-series
Up until the end of last year BMW was in the process of developing a brand new performance saloon positioned above the current 2009 7-series flagship and destined to enter... June 30, 2009 by Jeremy Weber 10
McLaren expanding with Middle Eastern office in preparation for 2011 launch
McLaren's plans to introduce new models in the next couple of years has been met with much anticipation from fans of the brand, which is unsurprising considering the company... June 30, 2009 by Kenneth Hall
Hyundai tempts buyers with promise of a year of $1.49 gas
Last year's sudden surge in oil prices sent many car buyers - and the industry - into shock. Prices over $4 per gallon were outside most people's frame of reference. This... June 30, 2009 by Ralph Hanson 3
HSV boosting power and economy for E-Series 2 lineup
Even V8 performance groups like Holden Special Vehicles (HSV) cannot afford to ignore the new spate of environmental consciousness that’s sweeping the globe. Whether... June 30, 2009 by Jeremy Weber 1
Porsche Panamera hybrid and V6 models coming next year
The past couple of months has seen a blitz of stories about the new Porsche Panamera, such as its dramatic 94th story reveal in a Shanghai skyscraper and its official world... June 30, 2009 by Alex Kaufmann 3
GM ends 25-year NUMMI partnership with Toyota
General Motors has confirmed that it will dump its ownership stake in the New United Motor Manufacturing Inc. (NUMMI) joint venture that it established with Toyota more than... June 30, 2009 by Ralph Hanson 3
Audi updates satellite navigation system
Advanced multimedia and navigation systems are becoming increasingly central to daily life with modern cars. Especially at the luxury end of the segment, where BMW's iDrive... June 30, 2009 by Alex Kaufmann 1
Spy shots: 2010 Opel Meriva MPV
GM’s next-generation Opel Meriva compact MPV has been caught undergoing testing once gain. Though it remains in full camouflage, many details are still discernible... June 30, 2009 by Ralph Hanson 4
ROUSH Replacement Parts & Motor Oil Now Available
Roush Performance has come out with a new line of service parts to put a fresh look into your typical auto parts. The new lineup includes ROUSH air and oil filters... June 30, 2009 by Matt Rigney
Porsche hints at electric 911
Electricity and high-performance cars may or may not mix, depending on your frame of reference, but whether you're a Tesla fan or a Formula 1 devotee, it's easy to agree that... June 29, 2009 by Kenneth Hall 3
2010 Detroit Auto Show expected to lure big marques back to Cobo
Fear-mongering reached new heights in the automotive world on the eve of the 2009 Detroit Auto Show, with naysayers predicting more somber processions and hushed voices than... June 29, 2009 by Alex Kaufmann 2
Toyota-GM hybrid partnership rumors stir again
Just ten days ago, General Motors denied a story that it was planning to license Toyota's hybrid Synergy Drive system, but today a new report has broken claiming Toyota could... June 29, 2009 by Ralph Hanson 1
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