Filed under: In the Autoblog Garage, Sedans/Saloons, Audi
2009 Audi A6 3.0T – Click above for high-res image gallery
In 1982, Audi introduced its redesigned 5000 to the world and unwittingly influenced the shape of sedans to come. The 5000’s smooth flanks, disk wheels and flush-mounted side glass were replicated by a generation of cars over the… »
Toyota FT-EV concept – Click above for high-res image gallery
It’s not terribly surprising that Toyota – the automaker often credited for creating the first modern mainstream hybrid automobile – would seek to continue establishing its marketplace dominance in hybrid automobiles. The Prius alone has sold well over a million units since its inception in 1997… »
Filed under: Car Buying, Trends, Earnings/Financials
June auto sales will no doubt be ugly. In all likelihood, the sixth month of the year will be the 24th month in the past 25 to see a year-over-year sales decline. June could also bring a bit of good news, though, as an Automotive News poll of nine different… »
For a guy who allegedly wants a lot of the credit for creating Tesla Motors, Elon Musk certainly doesn’t seem to like the job of being its CEO. As part of Daimler’s investment deal with Tesla, Musk needed to commit to staying on as Tesla’s CEO at least until the Model S launches in 2011…. »
The 2010 Toyota Prius is tops in fuel economy. But what if that’s not your only motivating factor? Maybe the 2010 Honda Insight or the 2010 Ford Fusion Hybrid’s what you’re looking for. But which is better? Let’s find out.
Seriously, we’ve driven all three and the new Prius makes these two cars look bad when… »
Filed under: Marketing/Advertising, GM, Pontiac
2009 Pontiac G8 GXP – Click above for high-res image gallery
General Motors needs to move Pontiacs and pickup trucks, and the bankrupt automaker is once again breaking out some serious incentives to alleviate dealer stocks. The General is offering 0% financing for 72 months for the Vibe, G3, G5, G6 and… »
With the 4th of July approaching we remember our founding fathers and their unlikely victory against the British. A victory achieved without automobiles. But what if they were around today? What would the founding fathers drive?
Clearly, the answer is a the AMC/Renault Alliance. The Americans would not have gotten far without help from the French… »
Filed under: Wagons/Estates, Green, Subaru
2010 Subaru Outback – Click above for high-res image gallery
Subaru’s new-for-2010 Outback ought to silence a few critics who contend that all-wheel drive sucks up too much fuel to be a worthwhile purchase for most consumers. According to the Japanese automaker, the tip-toe all-weather wagon has studied up for the EPA… »
Ford Escape PHEV – Click above for high-res image gallery
With Ford taking on a $5.9 billion loan from the DOE and President Obama in favor of a million plug-in vehicles by 2015, how might the money help Ford put plugs on upcoming vehicles. Ford was quite clear that the DOE money will be used to… »
If you ever find yourself in Shanghai and want a unique look at the ever-growing Asian metropolis, do yourself a favor and strap yourself into one of Shanghai Sideways’ 1938 replica BMW R71 motorcycle sidecars.
Shanghai Sideways offers highly detailed tours of both the new and old Shanghai, including the new financial district and the 1920s… »