(March 6, 2013) DETROIT — The 2013 GMC Sierra 1500 full-size pickup has a hydroformed steel frame designed to withstand years of abuse. But how does it withstand the force of four heavy-duty dock winches – the kind that moor massive cargo ships – tugging the truck in opposite directions?

The answer: Just fine, thank you.

(March 6, 2013) SHANGHAI — General Motors and its joint ventures sold 215,070 vehicles in China during February. Sales were down 10.6 percent from the same month last year due to the weeklong Lunar New Year holiday falling in February this year.

(March 7, 2013) DEARBORN, Mich. — With car inventories just beginning to meet consumer demand, the all-new 2013 Ford Fusion posted its best February sales month since the midsize sedan was introduced in 2006. Ford Fusion posted record February sales totaling 27,875 vehicles, a 28 percent gain over last February’s record.
 

(March 6, 2013) GENEVA — Fifty auto writers from around the world have selected four finalists for World Car of the Year to be named at the New York International Auto Show on March 28. The world car finalists are the Volkswagen Golf, Mercedes-Benz A-Class, Porsche Boxster/Cayman and as a combined entry, the Scion FR-S/Subaru BRZ/Toyota GT 86.

(March 6, 2013) GENEVA — Looking every inch a road-legal racer, Kia’s new provo concept, unveiled in Geneva, mixes ultra-modern technology with a self-confident and agile look to deliver an exciting new B-segment car for enthusiasts.

(March 5, 2013) GENEVA — The luxury British sports car maker Aston Martin — which is marking its centenary in 2013 — takes center stage in Switzerland with cars both from its illustrious past and its exciting future. The latest luxurious addition to the now fully-replaced or refreshed sports car range that will be the brand's star attraction is the forthcoming Rapide S.

(March 5, 2013) GENEVA — Ford of Europe’s product led-transformation accelerates at the Geneva Motor Show this week as the company debuts the all new EcoSport compact SUV and Tourneo Courier — part of Ford’s pledge to deliver 15 new global vehicles to Europe by 2015.

Including the recently launched new Fiesta and Kuga, as well as the upcoming EcoSport, Tourneo Connect, Transit Connect and Transit, Ford will refresh more than 40 per cent of its European sales volume in 2013 alone.

(March 5, 2013) GENEVA — Rolls-Royce presented the Wraith, the most powerful and dynamic Rolls-Royce in history, at the Geneva Motor Show today. At its heart lie hallmark Rolls-Royce attributes of luxury, refinement and hand-craftsmanship, but the new model from the world’s pinnacle super-luxury marque also presents a unique character defined by power, style and drama. With just a hint of the noir.

(March 5, 2013) GENEVA — Chevrolet revealed the 2014 Corvette Stingray convertible today at the Geneva Motor Show, featuring an all-new, fully electronic top that can be lowered remotely using the car’s key fob. The top can also be opened or closed on the go, at speeds of up to 30 mph.

(March 5, 2013) DETROIT — Shaquille O’Neal returns to TV screens across the country this weekend in a new Buick TV spot titled “More Than I Expected,” the latest in the “You Don’t Know Buick” campaign. In his second ad for the LaCrosse, the basketball legend discovers it offers more than a typical luxury sedan.