January 2017

Environmental impact of Chrysler Pacifica Hybrid 31% less than previous minivan

(January 11, 20170 DETROIT — The all-new 2017 Chrysler Pacifica Hybrid, the most efficient minivan of all time offers consumers a brighter shade of green performance. How much brighter? Just over 31 percent, compared with the previous-generation, gasoline-powered Chrysler minivan.
 
The improvement was calculated by FCA US engineers who used industry-standard software. The software determines Global Warming Potential (GWP), which considers the environmental impact of fuel production and delivery, along with the implications of the vehicle’s own fuel consumption.
 

Nissan's Vmotion 2.0 concept wins EyesOn Design Award

(January 11, 2017) DETROIT — Vmotion 2.0, a concept vehicle showcasing Nissan’s new sedan design direction, has been named winner of the 2017 EyesOn Design Award for Best Concept Vehicle. The concept vehicle also received the award for Best Innovative Use of Color, Graphics and Materials. The announcement was made at the 2017 North American International Auto Show (NAIAS) EyesOn Design Awards ceremony, just a day after the vehicle’s global debut.

Volkswagen reveals all-new long-wheelbase Tiguan in Detroit

(January 11, 2017) DETROIT — The all-new 2018 Volkswagen Tiguan unveiled this week at the North American International Auto Show kicks off a big year for the Volkswagen brand in America. Engineered specifically to meet the needs of American customers, the all-new Tiguan builds on the current vehicle’s fun to drive character and adds a more sophisticated and spacious interior, flexible seating and high-tech infotainment and driver assistance features.

World's largest antique motorcycle auction returns to Las Vegas

(January 11, 2017) More than 1,000 antique, vintage and collectible motorcycles will cross the auction block Jan. 25-28, at the 26th annual Mecum Las Vegas Motorcycle Auction at South Point Hotel & Casino’s Exhibit Hall. Consignments from across the country are highlighted by nine prestigious collections that will attract motorcycle buyers, sellers and spectators from around the world to the four-day event.
 

Toyota unveils 2018 NASCAR Camry at Detroit auto show

(January 10, 2017) DETROIT — In an unprecedented event, Toyota unveiled its 2018 NASCAR Toyota Camry race car in unison with the debut of the 2018 production Camry at the North American International Auto Show in Detroit. Following a dramatic redesign to its show room counterpart, the Camry race car will compete on the race track in 2017 as Toyota defends its NASCAR Premier Series manufacturer’s championship.
 

Toyota says all-new 2018 Camry gains emotionally charged design

(January 10, 2017) DETROIT —Toyota Camry, the best-selling car in America for the past 15 years, has gone through a total evolution for 2018, from a proven, dependable and safe car to one that also possesses a more exciting and emotional character, thanks to its newfound sporty performance and style.

The new Camry utilizes TNGA (Toyota New Global Architecture) which represents a completely new strategy to the way the company designs, engineers, and packages its vehicles.

All-New Honda Odyssey minivan makes world debut

(January 10, 2017) DETROIT — Honda has taken the wraps off a sleek, sophisticated and innovative new 2018 Odyssey minivan, launching at dealerships nationwide this spring. Already the most popular minivan with individual American car buyers for seven years running, the next-generation Odyssey brings a host of new features and technologies for 2018.