September 2012

Finding the perfect yellow

(September 22, 2012) SAN DIEGO, Calif. — Each day, 600,000 New Yorkers hop in the back of a taxi — the iconic yellow cab that is a symbol of New York City around the world. When the city's Taxi of Tomorrow, the 2014 Nissan NV200 Taxi, arrives on New York streets, the vehicles will sport a new, and brighter, shade of yellow thanks to Nissan designers in San Diego.

It's official — Nissan NV200 to become New York City's taxi

(September 21, 2012) NEW YORK — In a majority vote, New York City's Taxi and Limousine Commission (TLC) officially approved regulations requiring the replacement of retiring taxicab vehicles with the Nissan NV200 Taxi of Tomorrow.

Yet another award for Range Rover Evoque — Esquire SUV of Year

(September 21, 2012) MAHWAH, N.J. — Land Rover announced today that the 2012 Range Rover Evoque has been named the SUV of the Year by Esquire magazine. Editors drove numerous vehicles across the country to make the selections for the 2012 Esquire Car Awards.

Nine new models in next 12 months for Buick, GMC

(September 21, 2012) DETROIT — Buick and GMC told dealers on Thursday that it will introduce nine new or significantly updated models in the next 12 months, starting with the new Buick Enclave luxury crossover SUV and GMC Acadia crossover SUV this fall.

New Chevy Malibu Turbo — 0 to 60 in 6.3 seconds

(September 21, 2012) DETROIT — Throughout its history, Chevrolet has offered stylish, affordable and dependable family cars with a little something extra. In the case of the 2013 Malibu, that something extra is an all-new 2.0-liter turbocharged engine designed to infuse the new Malibu midsize sedan with real Chevrolet spirit.

Leaf owners gearing up for National Plug In Day

(September 21, 2012) FRANKLIN, Tenn. — Nissan Leaf owners throughout the United States are gearing up for the second annual National Plug In Day on Sept. 23. This nationwide celebration of electric vehicles involves a variety of events planned in more than 60 cities across the country, with activities including electric car parades, ride-and-drives, music, games and more.

Acura to debut 2014 RLX flagship at Los Angeles Auto Show

(September 21, 2012) TORRANCE, Calif. — The production model of the all-new 2014 Acura RLX will debut on Nov. 28 at the 2012 Los Angeles Auto Show, it was announced today. The new Acura flagship sedan will employ an array of new technologies unique to Acura, including the Precision All Wheel Steer system, the next-generation AcuraLink Communication System, and the all-new Jewel Eye LED headlamps.

BMW expands driving school to include Mini

(September 20, 2012) In 1977 BMW became the first carmaker to offer drivers the chance to hone their skills at the wheel — and it has continued to do so ever since. This year, what began as a “driving school” has been repackaged under the “BMW Driving Experience” and “MINI Driving Experience” banners to serve up driving experiences of a very special variety.

Bentley chooses VW veteran Donckerwolke as design boss

(September 20, 2012) CREWE, England — Luc Donckerwolke, Volkswagen Group's head of advanced design has become the top designer for Bentley replacing Belgian Dirk van Braeckel, 54, who will move to an unspecified design position within the VW Group. van Braeckel is noted for authoring the modern look of Bentley by creating the Continental GT.

Cadillac's 'virtual bumpers' can help avoid accidents

(September 20, 2012) DETROIT — Three new Cadillac models, including the ATS sport sedan, have a new advanced safety system that can automatically stop the vehicle in low-speed conditions to help avoid crashes.