(August 15, 2011) The 2011 Silverstone Classic in the UK over the July 22-24 weekend broke several records, and the biggest involved the iconic Jaguar E-type. The Guinness World Records has just confirmed that a new record was set for the "largest parade of Jaguar cars" when 767 Jaguar E-types took part in a special parade lap of the Silverstone Grand Prix circuit.

(August 14, 2011) Volkswagen's Bulli concept vehicle, a modern interpretation of the original VW Microbus, may be getting the green light for production. The Bulli was a hit at the Geneva Auto Show is March.

Thanks to a lot of positive feedback, VW’s top officials claim that they are “very serious” about giving the Bulli electric MPV concept the green light for production. The plans are now for the Bulli to sell next to the Beetle in a proposed “heritage range.”

(August 13, 2011) DETROIT — Throughout its 100-year history, Chevrolet has created hundreds of different cars and trucks.  Many have their passionate fans and collectors.  Some stand out as iconic — personifying the spirit, style, and dependability that have defined Chevrolet.

So with apologies in advance to fans whose favorites missed the cut, here is a selection of iconic cars and trucks from Chevy’s first century in the United States. The GM Heritage Center collection includes representative examples of most of these vehicles.

(August 13, 2011) Toyota will debut the production version of the Prius Plug-in Hybrid Electric Vehicle (PHEV) at the Frankfurt Motor Show on Sept. 15.

The new Prius Plug-in Hybrid features a new, more compact lithium-ion battery which has been developed to meet Toyota’s rigorous standards for reliability. The new battery offers extended EV (electric power only) range, enabling the Prius PHEV to achieve remarkable fuel efficiency.