April 2015

1970 Ford Mustang Mach 1 Twister to highlight auction

(April 3, 2015) KANSAS CITY — Mecum Auctions returns to the Kansas City Convention Center April 23-25 with an anticipated lineup of 700 American muscle cars, classics, Corvettes, hot rods, Resto Mods and more expected to cross the auction block from an estimated 20 surrounding states.

Redesigned 2016 Nissan Maxima revealed in New York

(April 2, 2015) NEW YORK — Nissan today unveiled the all-new Nissan Maxima during a press conference at the New York International Auto Show. Making the presentation was Nissan President and CEO Carlos Ghosn. Nissan says the dramatically styled 2016 Maxima, created by driving enthusiasts for driving enthusiasts, looks like nothing else on the road today — and drives like nothing in the segment.

Infiniti reveals updated QX50 and new QX30 Concept

(April 3, 2015) NEW YORK — Infiniti revealed two crossovers Thursday at the New York International Auto Show — the updated 2016 QX50 luxury compact crossover (formerly known as the EX35 and EX) and the QX30 Concept. Both vehicles were presented by Infiniti Design Director Alfonso Albaisa.

Hyundai unveils all-new Tucson crossover at New York Auto Show

(April 2, 2015) NEW YORK — Hyundai has unveiled its all-new Tucson crossover utility vehicle offering a fresh, sporty exterior and appealing interior design while making overall fuel efficiency a top priority, with significantly enhanced fuel economy ratings over the previous model.

Honda looks into the near future with Civic Concept

(April 2, 2015) NEW YORK — Honda unveiled its ultra-sporty Civic Concept at the New York International Auto Show as the brand prepares to launch its completely reimagined 10th-Generation Civic models beginning this fall.

Mitsubishi unveils new 2016 Outlander crossover

(April 3, 2015) CYPRESS, Calif. — Mitsubishi Motors North America (MMNA) unveiled the new 2016 Mitsubishi Outlander seven-passenger crossover at the 2015 New York International Auto Show on Thursday. The 2016 Outlander is the first Mitsubishi production vehicle to showcase the brand’s new design language. 

2016 Kia Optima makes global debut at New York Auto Show

(April 2, 2015) NEW YORK — Five years ago Kia Motors America debuted the re-designed Optima at the New York International Auto Show and introduced a game-changing midsize sedan that catalyzed the brand’s design-led transformation.  History was repeated when the all-new 2016 Optima, a symbol of the Kia brand’s maturation through continuous refinement and obsessive attention to detail, made its debut here Wednesday.

Infiniti shows premium crossover concept designed for growing segment

(April  2, 2015) NEW YORK — The Infiniti QX30 Concept, Infiniti's design vision that will inspire a new premium compact crossover, made its North American debut at the 2015 New York International Auto.

Shown for the first time recently at the 2015 Geneva International Motor Show, the QX30 Concept cements Infiniti's ambitions to expand into the global premium compact segment, which is forecast for significant growth with the entry of younger affluent customers.

Lexus takes its best-selling RX crossover in a dramatic styling direction

(April 1, 2015) NEW YORK — Lexus has gone bold in its recent automotive designs as seen by the NX crossover and the RC coupe last year. The trend away from its many years of rather conservative styling continues with the all-new 2016 Lexus RX 350, which was unveiled today at the New York Auto Show.

Plymouth Satellite shell rests in Tennessee



This 1968 Plymouth Satellite, discovered in Tennessee, appears to have been stripped of most of its essential parts. The Satellite, built from 1965 through 1974, started out as the top trim model for the Plymouth Belvedere and was available only with a V-8 engine. The second-generation Satellite was restyled for 1968 and the lineup was expanded beyond a two-door hardtop and convertible to include a four-door sedan and station wagon. It was restyled again for the 1971 model year.
(Photo by Jim Meachen)