(March 9, 2012) DEARBORN, Mich. — Ford F-Series Super Duty customers demand a truck with toughness and capability, yet they still appreciate the amenities that make their driving experience more enjoyable. The 2013 F-Series Super Duty offers both, with a first-ever Platinum series model and the addition of SYNC with MyFord Touch.
 

(March 9, 2012) WOLFSBURG — Global vehicle deliveries by the Volkswagen Group in January and February rose by 7.7 per cent to 1.29 million units. On a world automotive market which was up by roughly 6 per cent, Europe’s largest automaker won market share.

February was particularly satisfactory, with vehicle deliveries totaling 642,300 , a 15.1 per cent gain in units over February 2011.

(March 9, 2012) DEARBORN, Mich. — Ford is teaming up with NBC and eight-time Emmy Award-winning reality producer to create “Escape Routes,” a prime-time reality TV show that will air on Saturday nights on NBC and mun2 beginning March 31.
 
“Escape Routes” is a new interactive reality series that will feature a cast of six teams of two participating in a unique road-trip competition with real-world challenges featuring the all-new Ford Escape.

(March 8, 2012) DETROIT — The all-new Ecotec 2.5-liter debuting on the 2013 Chevrolet Malibu midsize sedan this summer is one of the most-powerful naturally aspirated four-cylinder engines in the midsize segment, topping the output from the new Ford Fusion and Toyota Camry.

(March 8, 2012) GENEVA — Featuring the new bolder, signature Lexus spindle grille and upgraded interior, Lexus predicts the new 2013 RX will continue to be the most popular choice in the luxury crossover segment it created over 10 years ago.

The 2013 RX gets a fresh sportier look at the front with a new bumper, complemented with new headlamp design, LED daytime running lights and distinctive fog lamp bezels. The power back door and USB iPod/mp3 control are now standard. Tail lamps and the rear license plate surround get updated looks.

(March 7, 2012) HARRISBURG, Pa. — Pennsylvania's new law prohibiting text-based communication while driving will take effect at 12:01 a.m. on March 8, making texting while driving a primary offense carrying a $50 fine.

(March 7, 2012) INDIANAPOLIS— Ram Truck has announced it will become the only manufacturer in North America to offer a factory-built compressed natural gas-powered (CNG) pickup truck. The Ram 2500 Heavy Duty CNG pickup is designed for fleet and commercial customers and offers cost and emissions benefits, using an abundant, domestically sourced fuel while reducing America's dependence on foreign oil.

(March 7, 2012) DEARBORN, Mich. — While the Ford SYNC and MyFord Touch connectivity systems are getting pummeled by such automotive testing outlets as Consumers Reports, Ford announced this week that they are helping drive more than half of new Ford owners to purchase Blue Oval vehicles.
 

(March 7, 2012) The Infiniti EMERG-E Concept, which makes its debut at the 2012 Geneva Motor Show, is a highly advanced, mid-ship extended range electric sports car capable of a 0-to-60 time of 4 seconds that provides an exciting glimpse into Infiniti’s future.

(March 6, 2012) The nationwide average for gasoline prices eased Tuesday, marking the first decline after 27 straight days of increases, according to the motorist group AAA. The average price of regular unleaded gasoline fell three-tenths of a cent to $3.76 a gallon, AAA said.