2016 Cadillac XT5 Found In Manhattan With CT6 Face
Kinja blogger saw930 stumbled upon the new SRX-replacing XT5 in NYC’s trendy SoHo district. The next new model from GM’s premium brand looks to be wearing a copy-and-paste version of the CT6 front fascia design, complete with wreath-less crest sitting front and center.
California's Black License Plates Are Back In Production
Thanks to California’s Legacy Plate Program, the state’s classic black license plates are back on the presses.
SPIED: Fiat 124 Spider Sports Long Hood for Small Motor
This is the first ever set of spy shots of the upcoming Mazda MX-5 Miata based Fiat 124 Spider with near-production body work.
Damn, honey, you’ve got a big nose.
China-Market 2016 Buick Verano Ready To Launch In Late June
Above is the China-market version of the 2016 Buick Verano, set to launch later this month following its debut in April at the 2015 Shanghai Auto Show.
[UPDATED] 2016 MINI Clubman Official Images Revealed Ahead Of Frankfurt
Ahead of the 2015 Frankfurt Auto Show, official images of the 2016 MINI Clubman escaped onto the Internet for all the world to see [now updated with info from the official press release – CA].
GM Releases Official Images of 2016 Chevrolet Camaro Convertible
Inevitably, this is the new 2016 Chevrolet Camaro Convertible, sporting a slew of changes that do not include improved visibility over the current model.
HEMI Engine Family Receiving Upgrades To Fuel Economy, Power
Changes are coming to FCA’s HEMI engine family, ranging from increased fuel economy, to higher horsepower.
Nakamura: 'Innovative And Exciting' Second-Gen Nissan Juke In Development
Though the Nissan IDx is still dead, Chief Creative Officer Shiro Nakamura believes a more “innovative and exciting” Juke may make up for the loss.
Toyota Prius SUV Reportedly Under Development
The Toyota Prius can be had in compact, wagon and original recipe, but there may soon be another addition to the family: an SUV.
Nakamura: Next-Gen Nissan Z May Take Inspiration From 240Z
Nissan design chief Shiro Nakamura revealed the next-generation Nissan Z could take its inspiration from the Datsun 240Z.
Hyundai Hires Luc Donckerwolke To Be New Design Boss
Not too long ago, designer Luc Donckerwolke abruptly quit Bentley for reasons still unknown. Now, he’ll be designing for Hyundai.
General Motors Repurposes Chevrolet Volt Batteries For Energy Storage
Having already recycled battery covers into animal habitats, General Motors is turning its efforts toward the Chevrolet Volt’s batteries themselves.
2016 Nissan Altima, Sentra Receiving Extensive Mid-Cycle Refreshes
The 2016 Nissan Maxima won’t be the only one to receive an extensive update to its style, as the automaker plans to do the same for the Altima and Sentra.
Citroen's Famed Hydraulic Suspension Rides Comfortably Into The Sunset
The suspension setup known for helping to save the life of late French president Charles de Gaulle will soon join him in the pages of time.
Patent Filing Reveals Smaller Sibling To Honda NSX
While the Honda S660 may never see these shores, the automaker may have a baby NSX in mind for the U.S. market based on a recent patent filing.
General Motors Announcing Entry Into Stationary Energy Storage Next Week
Forging a different path than rival Tesla, General Motors will announce its entry into the stationary energy storage market next Tuesday.
First Rendering Of Hyundai Creta Subcompact CUV Revealed
Recently announced for production with the Santa Cruz to possibly be made as well, the Hyundai Creta was revealed in rendered form Tuesday.
Google Wades Carefully Into Connected-Vehicle Waters With Android Auto
Though Google’s Android OS may be awash with numerous apps, Android Auto goes for a more limited approach in the name of traffic safety.
GM Designer Bryan Nesbitt New Buick Global Design Boss
Longtime General Motors designer Bryan Nesbitt is now Buick’s global design boss as part of the automaker’s shuffling of chief designers.
Donckerwolke Out, Sielaff In As Bentley's Chief Designer
Bentley design boss Luc Donckerwolke parted ways with the automaker Thursday, with VW Group interior designer boss Stefan Sielaff taking the helm.
2016 BMW 7 Series Teased Ahead Of June 10 Debut
Next week, the 2016 BMW 7 Series will make its debut. For now, however, fans will need to make do with a teaser.
Tokyo 2015: Toyota Three-Seater Concept Set For Debut
Coming to the 2015 Tokyo Motor Show, Toyota is set to bring a three-seater open-wheel concept based on the Lotus Seven which could see production.
2016 Nissan Maxima Slated For Execution Four Years Earlier
Though the 2016 Nissan Maxima will make its showroom debut June 2, there was a time when the Maxima was slated to meet the guillotine.
Nissan IDx is Super-Dead, But Parts May Live On in FWD Platform
Nobody at Nissan is talking about IDx.
That’s what we learned from Pierre Loing, Vice President of Product Planning for Nissan North America. But, there’s a chance certain styling elements could make their way to other products, or possibly even a front-wheel drive performance option below 370Z.
While at the 2016 Nissan Maxima media preview in Nashville, Tennessee, we had a chance to prod Loing on what could be the future of IDx considering its overwhelmingly positive reception in Tokyo and Detroit.
It's Time To End The Non-Sporty Coupe
Ladies and gentlemen, it’s time to bring an end to an automotive segment that simply needs to die: the non-sporty coupe.
For those of you who aren’t sure what I mean when I say “non sporty coupe,” allow me to describe the two types of coupes that currently exist today. One is the sporty coupe. This is a car with sleek styling, and a cool interior, and a lot of power, and some modicum of performance suspension, or performance brakes, or something performancey, like a faux carbon fiber door panel.
Examples of the sporty coupe include the Porsche 911, the Ford Mustang, the Subaru BRZ, and – if you ask the Germans – the BMW 6 Series Gran Coupe, though the rest of us just consider that to be an overpriced sedan.
And then you have the other type of coupe. The non-sporty coupe. This is a car that was a sedan, until some auto industry geniuses got ahold of it and decided they could create an entirely new segment by just throwing on a new, two-door body and marketing it as “sporty.” Examples include the Honda Civic, the Honda Accord, and, well, that’s about it.
Toyota Readying Sub-GT86 Model For Sale By Early 2018
Looking to bring some competition to the Mazda MX-5, Toyota is in the final prototyping phase for a model slotted underneath the GT86.
Consumer Reports Declares Tesla Model S P85D 'Undrivable' Due To Glitch
The thrill has gone for Consumer Reports‘ review team over the Tesla Model S, declaring the P85D “undrivable” in a new blog post.
Autoleaks: 2016 Chevrolet Camaro Revealed Ahead Of Weekend Debut
Thanks to CNBC, the 2016 Chevrolet Camaro was revealed to the world ahead of its global debut Saturday at Belle Isle in Detroit.
Fifth-Gen Honda Step WGN Debuts With New 2016 Civic Engine, Tailgate System
Honda revealed the fifth-gen Step WGN for the Japanese market Thursday, which not only features a new flexible tailgate, but the same engine planned for the 2016 Civic.
Patent Search Reveals Images Of 2016 Honda Civic Coupe, Sedan
Recently unearthed by an enthusiast forum, above is just one of the renders for the upcoming 2016 Honda Civic.
Published Ford Patent Reveals 11-Speed Automatic Transmission
Ten-speed transmissions not enough? Ford is turning it up to 11 with an 11-speed automatic waiting in the wings.
Auditor, Others Ordered To Preserve General Motors Ignition Documents
Wednesday, a federal judge in Detroit ordered General Motors’ auditor and other parties to preserve documents related to the February 2014 recall.
Citron Aircross Concept Ready For Shanghai Debut
Coming to the 2015 Shanghai Auto Show is the Citroën Aircross crossover concept, whose looks harken back to when designs took after jelly beans.
Kia GT Concept Closer To Becoming Production-Ready
Over three years ago, the Kia GT concept made its debut at the 2011 Frankfurt Auto Show. Soon, however, the four-door coupe could hit the production line.
SRT Boss Ralph Gilles Appointed To FCA Head Of Design, Executive Council
It’s official: FCA North American Design Office senior vice president and SRT CEO Ralph Gilles is now FCA’s Head of Design.
SsangYong XAV Concept Debuts At 2015 Seoul Motor Show
While most of the eyes were on the latest and greatest debuting in New York, the SsangYong XAV concept SUV hit the ramp at the 2015 Seoul Motor Show.
New York 2015: 2016 Hyundai Tucson Revealed
Here it is: the new face of the 2016 Hyundai Tucson, as revealed at the 2015 New York Auto Show
New York 2015: Honda Civic Concept Revealed
Want to know what the 2016 Honda Civic will look like? The Honda Civic Concept is a sign of what’s to come.
New York 2015: Lincoln Continental Concept Live Photos
New York 2015: Subaru STI Performance Concept Unveiled
The BRZ of a few enthusiasts’ dreams, the Subaru STI Performance Concept was revealed at the 2015 New York Auto Show.
New York 2015: 2016 Lexus RX Bows
The fourth-gen 2016 Lexus RX arrived in the spotlight at the 2015 New York Auto Show.
New York 2015: 2016 Scion IA Revealed
With its angry looks and compact size, the Mazda-based 2016 Scion iA made its world debut at the 2015 New York Auto Show.
Toyota New Global Architecture Key To Automaker's Powertrain, Platform Plans
The culmination of Toyota’s Global Vision plan, the Toyota New Global Architecture is key to the automaker’s new powertrain and platform development plans.
New York 2015: Lincoln Continental Concept Revealed Ahead Of Show
Here it is: the Lincoln Continental Concept, revealed ahead of its trip down the ramp at the 2015 New York Auto Show.
Mahindra & Mahindra In Negotiations To Buy Pininfarina
Pininfarina designs many things: Ferraris, scissors, Coke machines. Now, Mahindra & Mahindra wants the Italian house’s talents.
New York 2015: Mazda MX-5 Miata Club Edition Set To Bow
Coming next week, Mazda will unveil its most aggressive version of the new MX-5 Miata when it brings the MX-5 Miata Club Edition to New York.
Volkswagen Bringing Aggressive Crossover Styling To USDM Market
Feeling its style isn’t metal as it could be, Volkswagen is unleashing a more aggressive language for its upcoming compact and midsize crossovers.
FCA Planning Industry-First PHEV Minivan
FCA CEO Sergio Marchionne hasn’t been too enamored with electrification, especially with the Fiat 500e, but he now has his sights set on a PHEV minivan.
Subaru Considering Paths For Upcoming Seven-Passenger Crossover
Could there be a Subaru Grand Outback in the future? That’s what the automaker is considering for its seven-passenger crossover due in showrooms in 2017.
DeltaWing Entering GT, Eyeing Future Showroom Debut
Coming soon to a track near you, DeltaWing will bring its signature design to the GT class, and eyes set on the showroom down the road.
Cadillac CT6 To Receive Turbocharged, Naturally Aspirated V6 Engines
When the Cadillac CT6 hits showrooms later this year, power for the flagship will come in the form of two V6 engines.
Vincent Bollore Bringing 'Superior' EV Tech, Car-Sharing Service To US Market
EV consumers in France and beyond needn’t wait months for a Tesla Model S, thanks to Vincent Bollore’s Autolib service and Bluecar EVs.
Musk: Autonomous Vehicles Mean Future Where Driving Is Illegal
His hand may be on a steering wheel now, but Tesla CEO Elon Musk foresees a future where autonomous vehicles lead to a total ban on human intervention.
BMW Brings I Series PHEV Tech To X5 XDrive40e
Having experimented with its i Series, BMW is bringing over its PHEV technology to its core collection, beginning with the X5 xDrive40e.
Juechter: No Mid-Engine Corvette Exists
Aside from IMSA’s Daytona Prototype class, dreams of a mid-engine Corvette will remain as such according to the icon’s chief engineer.
Cadillac CT6 Lighter Than Similar Sedans Via Patent-Pending Construction
While the Cadillac CT6’s exterior may leave the B&B wanting, its lightweight structure may be more impressive.
2016 Mazda MX-5 Miata Curb Weight Figures Revealed
Wanting to know how much the curb weight of the 2016 Mazda MX-5 Miata will be? Wonder no more.
BMW Files Two Patents For W3 Motorcycle Engines
BMW riders may soon find a W3 in place of a four-cylinder on their cruiser bikes.
Autoleaks: 2017 Ford F-250 Super Duty Revealed
This is 2017 Ford F-250 Super Duty in all of its glory, with the F-350 and F-450 Super Dutys to look like this when they hit the lot, as well.
Autoleaks: 2016 Hyundai Elantra Revealed Ahead Of Local Market Launch
This might be the 2016 Hyundai Elantra sedan, set to launch in South Korea next month.
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