April 2019

Atlas Basecamp Concept designed with trail seekers in mind

(April  15, 2019) HERNDON, Va.  — Volkswagen of America is pleased to introduce the Atlas Basecamp Concept, which showcases a few of the many ways that the capable Volkswagen Atlas can be enhanced for trail seekers. Featuring a custom body, lift kit, custom wheels, all-terrain tires, roof rack with bike mounts, and LED light bars, the Atlas Basecamp Concept is ready for adventure.

'The Revival Birdcage' — Revival Cycles presents unique custom bike

(April 15, 2019) MUNICH — The U.S. American Revival Cycles motorcycle customizers have presented their latest creation. The unique bike named “The Revival Birdcage” is based on the prototype of a completely new type of BMW boxer engine. The bike was unveiled at the exclusive Revival Party on eve of the annually held Handbuilt Show in Austin, Texas.

“The “Revival Birdcage” turned out great and really showcases our Big Boxer perfectly,” said Timo Resch, vice president Sales and Marketing BMW Motorrad.

Nissan debuts all-new 2020 Versa at music festival in Florida

(April 13, 2019) FORT LAUDERDALE, Fla. — Surrounded by beach loving concert-goers on the shores of the Atlantic Ocean, Nissan, partnered with Live Nation to unveil its all-new 2020 Versa in the middle of a pop-up performance from popular country music star Kane Brown. The unique introduction, at Rock the Ocean's Tortuga Music Festival, was fitting for the completely redesigned subcompact car poised to redefine the segment.

BMW's annual 'Ultimate Driving Experience' returns to U.S. cities

(April 12, 2019) WOODCLIFF LAKE, N.J. — BMW’s annual Ultimate Driving Experience is back. Building on past success, BMW’s signature experiential driving event returns this year to an expanded, 16-city line-up, with new program components in select cities. The Ultimate Driving Experience invites consumers, from coast-to-coast, to get behind the wheel and experience “The Ultimate Driving Machine” first-hand.

Electric Polestar 2 to be built in Chinese plant

(April 12, 2019) At the Chinese debut of the Polestar 2 in Shanghai, Polestar confirmed that production of the new electric performance fastback will take place in Luqiao, Zhejiang Province, in China in early 2020.

Owned by Zhejiang Geely Holding and operated by Volvo Cars, the Luqiao production facility will produce Polestar 2 alongside other models from Volvo and Lynk & Co. which share the core CMA platform with Polestar 2. Polestar 2 is the first car on the modular chassis to feature a fully electric drivetrain.

GMC Sierra CarbonPro delivers innovation and durability where it counts

(April 12, 2019) DETROIT — Starting production in early June, GMC Sierra CarbonPro Editions will begin appearing at select dealerships this summer, available on the Sierra Denali 1500 and the Sierra AT4 1500. The purpose-built CarbonPro bed is the first application of its kind for carbon fiber composite and delivers best-in-class dent, scratch and corrosion resistance.

Chevrolet brings back Blazer as a midsize crossover SUV

By Paul Borden
MotorwayAmerica.com

(April 11, 2019) The name “Blazer” has long been part of the Chevrolet family, but the resurrected Blazer SUV for 2019 bears little resemblance to its forebears, which have a history that goes back to 1969 when Chevy launched the K5 Blazer to compete with Ford’s Bronco, among others.

2019 Honda Clarity Fuel Cell arriving at select California dealers

(April 11, 2019) Arriving at select dealerships in California beginning April 16, the 2019 Honda Clarity Fuel Cell received an emissions-free 360-mile driving range rating and offers quick refueling at a competitive lease price of $379 per month. The Clarity's spacious and sophisticated interior offers ample room for five, and every Clarity Fuel Cell comes standard with advanced technology, such as the Honda Sensing suite of safety and driver-assistive technologies, and Apple CarPlay and Android Auto™ smartphone integration.

Toyota hints at all-new 2020 Highlander with 3D illusion

(April 11, 2019) NEW YORK —  Is it real? Or is it suspended by invisible strings? The answer to both questions is yes. Toyota has partnered with installation artist and sculptor Michael Murphy to create a 3D illusion for its fourth-generation 2020 Highlander, set to debut at the New York International Auto Show on April 17.
 
The art installation capitalizes on the new sculpted design elements that will make Highlander stand out in the marketplace.

Petersen Automotive Museum present electric motorcycle exhibit

(April 11, 2019) LOS ANGELES — The Petersen Automotive Museum has debuted the world’s first exhibit dedicated exclusively to electric motorcycles. Located in the Richard Varner Family Gallery, “Electric Revolution” explores the history and current state of the e-bike industry with 21 groundbreaking examples from visionary custom builders and established manufacturers.