January 2015

World's largest collector car auction in Florida

(January 9, 2015) Mecum Auctions will hold the world’s largest collector car auction this Jan. 16-25 at Osceola Heritage Park in Kissimmee, Fla., with an anticipated 3,000 American muscle cars, classics, hot rods, Corvettes and more to cross the auction block.

Among the impressively vast and diverse lineup is Jerry Lee Lewis’ 1959 Harley as well as a museum collection many would qualify as one of the most desirable single muscle car collections in existence.

Ferraris to take center stage at the 2015 Pebble Beach Concours

(January 9, 2015) PEBBLE BEACH, Calif. — Ferraris return to compete on the 18th fairway of Pebble Beach Golf Links this Aug. 16 when the marque of the Prancing Horse takes center stage at the 65th annual Pebble Beach Concours d'Elegance.

Buick sets record selling nearly 1.2 million vehicles globally in 2014

(January 9, 2015) DETROIT —  Buick delivered nearly 1.2 million vehicles in China, the United States, Canada and Mexico in 2014, marking the second consecutive sales record for the most Buicks sold in a single year in the brand’s 111-year history. Strong growth in both China and North America resulted in global sales of 1,170,115 units, up 13.4 percent over 2013.

GMC introduces 2015 Canyon Nightfall Edition

(January 9, 2015) DETROIT — GMC has introduced the 2015 Canyon Nightfall Edition — a stylized, blacked-out edition of the brand’s all-new premium midsize truck that blends a dramatic appearance with popular features and accessories.

The Canyon Nightfall Edition is offered on SLE crew cab models, either 2WD or 4WD, in Onyx Black and will be available in the first quarter of 2015. In addition to standard equipment on the SLE, the Canyon Nightfall Edition includes: unique black grille, black assist steps, factory spray-in bedliner, 18-inch multi-spoke aluminum wheels with Dark Argent painted inserts, polished exhaust tip, automatic climate control, and remote start.

Chevrolet puts the show back into the auto show

(January 9, 2015) DETROIT — Chevrolet is putting the show back in the North American International Auto Show with an all-new display featuring six 20 foot-tall, transparent screens with coordinated LED lighting and music that will tell stories about the brand’s cars, trucks and crossovers.

Volvo to introduce a new Cross Country sedan in Detroit

(January 8, 2015) Volvo Cars is stepping up to meet the demands of its core customers with the unveiling of the exciting S60 Cross Country at the Detroit Auto Show.

Back in 1997, when Volvo was the first premium brand to introduce an all-road capable variant of its successful wagons, no one could predict the future success of the crossover concept.

Mazda to donate more than $4.9 million to charity

(January 8, 2015) IRVINE, Calif. — Mazda North American Operations today announced that it is donating $4,937,850 to select charities as a result of its Mazda Drive for Good event, a 79.4 percent increase over 2014.

In addition to the monetary donation, Mazda employees and dealers across the nation also will donate more than 66,000 charitable service hours in 2015 through various local charitable service opportunities, an increase of 17.5 percent over 2014.

Chevrolet resuming Corvette engine build experience

(January 8, 2015) BOWLING GREEN, Ky. — Chevrolet has announced it is resuming the exclusive Engine Build Experience for Corvette Z06 customers — the only program of its kind for supercar customers. Starting in March, Corvette Z06 customers will be able to assemble the 650-horsepower supercharged LT4 engine for their cars at the new Performance Build Center inside the Bowling Green Assembly Plant.

Jaguar showcases system that monitors driver for drowsy driving

(January 8, 2015) LAS VEGAS — Jaguar Land Rover is working with Intel and Seeing Machines to develop sensing technology that monitors the driver's face and eyes to reduce distracted and drowsy driving.

Seeing Machines is a world leader in the development of computer vision related technologies that help machines understand people by tracking and interpreting human faces and eyes.

Lexus to introduce GS F performance sedan in Detroit

(January 8, 2015) TORRANCE, Calif. — Lexus is yet again showing its sporty disposition and rumbling into Detroit. The luxury vehicle manufacturer has announced the much-anticipated GS F performance sedan, which combines a refined four-door package with the speed and agility of a premium sports car, will be revealed at the North American International Auto Show on Tuesday, Jan. 13.