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Ford confirms Michigan plant for new global Focus
As the second model developed under Ford’s new global design strategy (the first being the new Fiesta), the next-generation Ford Focus will be manufactured at Blue Oval plants at all corners of the globe. In addition to its regular haunts in Europe, the Focus will be manufactured in Australia...
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Spy shots: First test-mules for Ford’s global Focus?
In Europe, the Ford Focus is an affordable, well-engineered and stylish small car available in hatch, sedan, wagon and convertible bodystyles. The car is also available with... March 25, 2009 by Jeremy Weber 3
U.S. Volkswagen CEO: EVs won't be viable for 35 years
If the futurism of the 1950s and 1960s taught us anything as a culture, it's that what seems a sure thing today may prove laughably optimistic in a few decades. Stefan... March 13, 2009 by Nelson Ireson 10
Ford previews next-gen Focus with new Iosis Max concept
Going global with its products is the new theme at Ford, and the Focus is no exception, so American hatch fans can feel free to get excited: the new Iosis Max concept... March 2, 2009 by Ralph Hanson 5
Next-gen Ford Focus could feature EcoBoost powerplant, 43mpg
Although Lincoln's C Concept may have struck few chords with show-goers, its theoretical internals could live on in a future Ford Focus. The latest reports indicate Ford is... January 19, 2009 by Nelson Ireson 4
GM studying plug-in hybrid recharging infrastructure
General Motors and Spanish energy company Iberdrola have joined forces to determine what is needed in terms of infrastructure to implement a mass embrace of plug-in electric... December 12, 2008 by Ralph Hanson
Volt development costing GM $750 million
As set out in Maslow's hierarchy of needs, basic survival must first be established before one can move on to worry about the esoteric concerns of philosophy, morality or... December 9, 2008 by Nelson Ireson 2
Next-generation BMW 1-series could get 'shooting brake' variant
BMW released an updated version of the 1-series compact late last year and since then a suspicious prototype of the hatch has been captured running around German streets. At... November 24, 2008 by Siddarth Raja 15
Expert says electric grid ready for plug-in hybrids
Plug-in hybrid cars, like the Chevrolet Volt or the upcoming Toyota Prius plug-in, are viewed by many as the way of the future. Offering the possibility of exclusively... November 13, 2008 by Ralph Hanson 1
Next-gen Chrysler PT Cruiser sketched
The PT Cruiser has enjoyed a long and surprisingly successful run since its debut in 2000, but rumors of its demise have been spreading for some time. Nevertheless, a graphic... October 10, 2008 by Alex Kaufmann 5
More details on Toyota's plans for a full hybrid lineup by 2020
Earlier this year, Toyota claimed it would have a hybrid in every facet of its lineup by the decade beginning in 2020, and company executives have since confirmed that plan... October 10, 2008 by Nelson Ireson 7
BMW's M-division development chief reveals near-term plans
The high-performance arm of BMW has provided quite a lot of fodder for speculation recently, with the M1 Homage concept, an expected 1-series tii vehicle, and its somewhat... September 29, 2008 by Nelson Ireson 2
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