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Aug
21st

F1: Michael Schumacher still in training for 2009 comeback

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German Michael Schumacher has not stopped his new physical training programme even though he called off his formula one comeback. Full story...
Aug
21st

MINI Road Assist mobile application

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MINI USA announced today the introduction of a free app to MINI owners that allows access to roadside assistance with the touch of an icon. The new MINI Road Assist mobile application was developed by Allstate Roadside Services and is available for iPhone and select BlackBerry users. The app connects users to roadside assistance while automatically supplying the service provider with all relevant information about the vehicle, most importantly, its exact location. Full story...
Aug
21st

Michelin booth display, information and products help truckers ‘go green’

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The Michelin Man is flexing his green tire muscle this week at the 2009 Great American Trucking Show (GATS). Show attendees will be able to see 10 Michelin tires on the EPA SmartWay verified technologies list at the company's GATS booth #13081. Full story...
Aug
21st

F1: Sebastian Vettel to stay at Red Bull Racing

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Prior to morning practice on Friday at the Valencia circuit, the Red Bull energy drink-owned team announced that Sebastian Vettel has extended his contract with Red Bull Racing until the end of 2011. Full story...
Aug
21st

Mitsubishi Motors : i-MiEV Promotion at Frankfurt Airport

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Mitsubishi Motors Corporation (MMC), along with its German distributor Mitsubishi Motors Deutschland (MMD), is providing 2 new-generation electric vehicle (EV) i-MiEVs to Fraport AG, the owner of the Frankfurt Airport, one of Europe's major hubs in a major promotion for the vehicle. Full story...
Aug
21st

Mayor gives green light to energy busting ‘LED’ traffic signals

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The Mayor of London has announced that Transport for London (TfL) is to install energy busting LEDs at 3,500 traffic lights at around 300 junctions in the Capital. This represents a £2.4 million investment for thousands of new energy saving lights in traffic signals. Full story...
Aug
21st

F1: Michael Schumacher sells his racing motorcycles

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Seven-time Formula 1 World Champion Michael Schumacher has apparently decided to put a stop to his motorcycle career as he has put up for sale his racing bikes. Full story...
Aug
21st

F1 Europe: Fernando Alonso pleases his fans with first spot

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Local hero Fernando Alonso installed his Renault on top of the timing sheets on Friday afternoon in the second free practice session for the Grand Prix of Europe in Valencia. Full story...
Aug
21st

IRL: Andretti Green Racing splits into two entities

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As Auto123.com revealed on Thursday morning, beginning in 2010, Michael Andretti will run the race team, while partners will run Toronto and St. Petersburg IRL races. Full story...
Aug
21st

Toyota Will Add Capacity In Huntsville Plant To Produce Four-Cylinder Engines

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ERLANGER, Ky., - Toyota will add capacity at its engine plant in Huntsville, Ala. to increase North American production of four-cylinder engines. The expansion will allow Toyota Motor Manufacturing, Alabama (TMMAL) to produce 216,000 four-cylinder engines annually. Production will begin by summer 2011. Full story...
Aug
21st

BIXI takes Manhattan

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MONTREAL - From August 20 to 23, BIXI will be in seduction mode, trying to win over our neighbours down south with five demonstrations on the island of Manhattan. During the four-day campaign BIXI reps will be on-site to answer questions about the new Montreal system and its operation. Full story...
Aug
21st

2010 Hyundai Genesis 2.0T Coupe Review

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During a recent summertime hot-spell, I visited a local creamery for a giant ice-cream cone. While my artery-clogging snack was being prepared, I didn't notice the crowd gathering in the parking lot around the electric blue Genesis Coupe 2.0T I drove there. Full story...
Aug
21st

Annual Spending on Vehicle Maintenance and Repairs Declines Considerably In Canada

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TORONTO, - Average annual expenditures on vehicle maintenance and repair services have declined by approximately 7 percent from 2008, according to the J.D. Power and Associates 2009 Canadian Customer Commitment Index StudySM released today. Full story...
Aug
21st

2010 Hyundai Genesis Coupe 2.0T Review

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During a recent summertime hot-spell, I visited a local creamery for a giant ice-cream cone. While my artery-clogging snack was being prepared, I didn't notice the crowd gathering in the parking lot around the electric blue Genesis Coupe 2.0T I drove there. Full story...
Aug
21st

Volkswagen Virtual Wheel Fitting

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Dreieich, - With the interactive configurator for wheels and complete wheels Volkswagen Accessories provides drivers with the ability to virtually equip their vehicles with a variety of wheels or complete wheels either on the Internet or directly at their Volkswagen partner. The three dimensional system offers customers a decision-making aid prior to making their purchase, enabling them to virtually test a diverse range of models. Full story...
Aug
21st

Mazda to Advance Payments to Dealers as a Result of Money Not Yet Paid by CARS Program

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IRVINE, Calif., - Mazda North American Operations (MNAO) announced today that it will issue advanced $20 Million to its dealers that the company believes will more than cover the credits earned during the federal government's Cash for Clunkers (CARS) program. Full story...
Aug
21st

Kia Motors Corporation appoints new President

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Kia Motors Corporation has appointed a new President to continue the leadership of one of the world's fastest-growing automakers. Full story...
Aug
20th

Review: 2009 Audi A4 Avant

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Review: 2009 Audi A4 Avant
2009 Audi A4 Avant - Audi Luxury Wagon Review - Automobile Magazine
Unlike Cadillac or BMW, Audi doesn't offer wagon buyers six-cylinder power.

The Audi A4 Avant may not turn heads like a chiseled Cadillac CTS Sport Wagon and, at least in this test car's configuration, won't win any races against a grocery-toting BMW 3-series. But make no mistake, this is a handsome, pleasant-to-drive vehicle.


Photo Gallery: 2009 Audi A4 Avant - Audi Luxury Wagon Review - Automobile Magazine

Photo Gallery: 2009 Audi A4 Avant - Audi Luxury Wagon Review - Automobile Magazine


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Aug
20th

Great Rivalries: MG vs. Triumph

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Great Rivalries: MG vs. Triumph
MG vs. Triumph - Great Rivalries - Automobile Magazine
You can be forgiven if the names don't mean anything to you.

You can be forgiven if the names don't mean anything to you. One is a pair of initials currently being slapped on Chinese-built Rover sedans; the other is a word usually used to reference old, oil-leaking motorcycles. Neither has appeared on a new car in this country in more than twenty-five years, but once, both were household names.


Photo Gallery: MG vs. Triumph - Great Rivalries - Automobile Magazine


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Aug
20th

GERMANY: VW CEO says Suzuki ‘interesting’

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Volkswagen CEO Martin Winterkorn has said that VW could be interested in a tie-up with Suzuki. Full story...
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