December 2010

Audi releases images of all-new Audi A6

(December 1, 2010) INGOLSTADT, Germany — Audi today revealed the sixth generation Audi A6, which will be displayed at the Detroit auto show in January.

The new A6 will arrive at dealerships in early 2011.

The new A6 is the sister car to the recently introduced A7. They share platforms, engines, front- and four-wheel-drive combinations, electric architectures and high-quality interior appointments.

Dodge Viper will return for 2013 model year

(December 1, 2010) Reports have been circulating across the automotive landscape that the Chrysler Group, which has revised its entire lineup for the 2011 model year, is going a step further in 2012 with an all-new iconic Dodge Viper.

Chrysler plans to hire 1,000 new engineers, technical people

(December 1, 2010) Spurred by the company’s five-year business plan and additional expansion into the small- and mid-range vehicle segments, Chrysler Group plans to hire 1000 new engineers and other technical personnel by the end of first quarter 2011.

First Ford Transit Connect taxi delivered

(December 1, 2010) BOSTON — The first Ford Transit Connect Taxi in the United States was delivered today to Boston Cab Dispatch at the New England International Auto Show.

Brett Barenholtz, CEO of Boston Cab Dispatch, received the keys to the Transit Connect Taxi and said he is eager to put it into service.

Toyota sues 'old' GM over Nummi plant

(December 1, 2010) Toyota said it has filed a lawsuit against Motors Liquidation Co., the company responsible for the discarded assets of the former General Motors Corp., seeking $73 million in damages related to the closure of their joint factory.