(May 7, 2013) DETROIT — When the all-new 2014 GMC Sierra full-size pickup arrives this summer, its standard 4.3-liter EcoTec V-6 it will offer the most torque of any standard V-6 in the segment — 305 pound-feet.

(May 7, 2013) DETROIT — Cadillac has announced enhancements to one of the most comprehensive certified pre-owned vehicle programs in the luxury vehicle industry, including higher levels of warranty coverage and benefits for owners and shoppers.

(May 6, 2013) JAMAICA — Nissan has delivered a special GT-R, bathed in exclusive gold paint, to Olympic gold medalist Usain Bolt in appreciation for his contributions as a Nissan brand ambassador for GT-R. Bolt, known as "the world's fastest man," has been promoting the company's brand awareness in association with the Nissan Global Brand Campaign, which kicked off in April 2012 and has been running in markets around the world ever since.

(May 6, 2013) CELAYA, Mexico — Honda has announced plans to construct a new transmission plant in Celaya, near the city of Guanajuato, on the same site as the new automobile plant currently under construction that will begin production of the Honda Fit early in 2014.

(May 6, 2013) SHANGHAI — Vehicle sales by General Motors and its joint ventures in China increased 15.3 percent on an annual basis last month to an April record 261,870 units. Shanghai GM and SAIC-GM-Wuling, as well as their Buick, Chevrolet, Wuling and Baojun brands, all reached all-time highs for April sales. Cadillac set an all-time monthly sales record.

(May 6, 2013) PALO ALTO, Calif. — Tesla Motors has announced that it is raising the Model S resale value guarantee to be the highest of any premium sedan brand made in volume (excludes rare, low volume or limited edition vehicles). Buying a Model S Tesla through Tesla financing now comes with a guarantee that the resale value will be higher than that of BMW, Audi, Mercedes, Lexus or Jaguar.

(May 6, 2013) SAN ANTONIO — The 2014 Silverado High Country will further broaden Chevrolet’s portfolio in the premium pickup segment when it joins the LTZ and Z71 models in the Silverado lineup this fall.

(May 5, 2013) LONDON — On Sunday, June 23, Beaulieu will be welcoming Porsches of every shape and size into the grounds of the National Motor Museum for a new event, Simply Porsche. A must for any Porsche enthusiast, this rally is open to all Porsche owners.

(May 5, 2013) Volkswagen is celebrating its Scirocco sports hatchback breaking the one million unit production barrier by introducing a special edition version. On sale in Germany and China only, the Scirocco Million is available in black, with a number of distinctive styling features, including R-Line bumpers, R-Line side sills, smoked tail lights, ‘Million’ stickers on the wings and dark tinted rear windows.

(May 4, 2013) DETROIT — General Motors won nine Vincentric 2013 Best Fleet Value in America awards, the most of any manufacturer. Vincentric recognized 13 GM vehicles, including the Chevrolet Express cargo van, winner of the Best Fleet Value award for six consecutive years.