October 2020

New Acura MDX interior design teased ahead of global debut

(October 9, 2020) TORRANCE, Calif. — Acura has provided a glimpse of the dramatic new interior of the fourth-generation MDX ahead of its global debut, in prototype form, Oct. 14. The MDX Prototype presages the arrival of the new, fourth-generation Acura MDX, launching early next year as the most premium and performance-focused MDX in Acura history.

Mopar to offer more than 100 accessories for 702 hp Ram 1500 TRX

(October 9, 2020) AUBURN HILLS, Mich. — Setting the benchmark for extreme-performance pickup trucks, the all-new 702-horsepower 2021 Ram 1500 TRX is the "apex predator" of the pickup truck world. On the street or in the desert, Ram’s all-new truck is designed and built bolt-by-bolt to significantly outperform every production truck on the planet. With more than 100 factory-engineered, quality-tested parts and accessories, Mopar stands ready to take the Ram 1500 TRX to a new level of extreme capability.

2021 Chevrolet Silverado HD boosts towing capacity to 36,000 pounds

(October 9, 2020) DETROIT — Building upon the strength of Chevrolet’s heavy-duty truck lineup, the Silverado HD receives significant updates and enhancements for the 2021 model, including an available max tow rating of up to 36,000 pounds and a multitude of trailering technology features to expand its towing leadership.

For 2021, Chevrolet engineers increased the max towing capacity of the Silverado HD by 500 pounds for an available best-in-class max tow rating of up to 36,000 pounds on Silverado 3500 HD Work Truck

Ford Bronco Overland concept displays brand accessories

(October 8, 2020) TOWNSEND, Tenn., — In honor of the largest North American gathering of classic Ford Broncos, Ford revealed a Bronco Overland concept to kick off this year’s Bronco Super Celebration East in Townsend, Tenn.

Based on the all-new Bronco four-door model, the concept will be on display at the annual off-road event alongside the all-new Bronco two-door and Bronco Sport 4x4 models to give fans a chance to see the only domestic all-4x4 family of off-road SUVs in the metal.

Subaru breaks Guinness record for largest parade of Subaru cars

(October 8, 2020) Subaru of America has announced it has broken the GUINNESS WORLD RECORDS title for the largest parade of Subaru cars with 1,751 Subaru vehicles, three times as many vehicles as the previous record.

The parade, organized by the 2020 Subaru Tecnica International Subiefest, took place at the OC Fair & Expo Center in Costa Mesa, Calif., on Oct. 4. The parade spanned two miles and included 1,751 Subaru vehicles driven by Subaru owners.

2021 Honda Ridgeline redesigned; to launch early next year

(October 8, 2020) TORRANCE, Calif. — The 2021 Honda Ridgeline is set to launch early next year with a new design that reflects its rugged and versatile pickup truck capabilities. Equally at home on dirt and mud-strewn trails as it is on the highway or twisting mountain roads, the 2021 Ridgeline features standard V6 power, "class-leading" ride and handling, the segment’s largest interior for passengers and gear, a versatile bed, and the "best standard" AWD model payload capacity.

Tortured and tested — All-new F-150 hybrid powertrain 'Built Ford Tough'

(October 7, 2020) DEARBORN, Mich. — The all-new 3.5-liter PowerBoost full hybrid powertrain is available in the all-new F-150 and is the only full-hybrid powertrain available in a pickup. PowerBoost was created by the Ford team to deliver years of dependable, hardworking service with 430 horsepower 570 lb.-ft of torque — the most torque ever in an F-150.

2021 Jaguar XF — The evolution of the small sedan

(October 7, 2020) MAHWAH, N.J. — Jaguar has revealed the 2021 XF: a thoroughly refined testament to the Jaguar brand commitment to delivering beautiful executive sedans. Jaguar says the centerpiece of the 2021 XF is the feeling of serenity gathered from its contemporary, connected interior with overtones of British charm throughout — and the all-new Pivi Pro infotainment system prominently featured.

McLaren's new hybrid supercar enters final stages of development

(October 6, 2020) The first series-production High-Performance Hybrid (HPH) supercar from McLaren Automotive has entered the final stages of its development and test programs, which includes running on public roads. Due to launch in the first half of 2021, the all-new supercar will open a new era of electrification for McLaren following the end of production of its Sports Series range.