(September 24, 2010) DETROIT — Evidently Chrysler dealers are excited about the Fiat brand. This was evident Thursday when it was announced that the Chrysler Group said proposals from dealers seeking to sell Fiat vehicles in the United States exceeded its expectations.

(September 23, 2010) There is only one annual automotive award handpicked by active consumers in the marketplace that goes beyond the editorial and performance test data and provides a window into the wants and needs of motorists.

This year’s Motorist Choice Awards highlight a collection of 15 unique buyer categories covering both market segments — Popular and Premium. Both reflect the purpose and perception of the consumer and illustrate the results of practical analysis, like total cost of ownership, fuel economy and resale value.

(September 23, 2010) The Volkswagen Group announced today that it will build a new engine plant in Silao, Mexico, as part of its long-term expansion strategy in North America. Beginning in 2013, the new plant will supply engines to the vehicle plants in Chattanooga, Tenn., and Puebla, Mexico.

(Septembr 23, 2010) Up to now little has been revealed about the all-new two-door Range Rover Evoque.

But Land Rover has just revealed that the Evoque, which will be shown for the first time at the Paris Auto Show, is powered by a turbocharged 2.0-liter four-cylinder engine with direct injection and variable valve timing.

(September 23, 2010) DETROIT — As Motown legend Stevie Wonder sang in the Grammy-winning “Sir Duke,” “Music is a world within itself, with a language we all understand.”

(September 22, 2010) TORRANCE, Calif. — Honda will hold the first-ever takeover of Times Square in 3-D technology to support the launch of the all-new CR-Z sport hybrid coupe on Thursday, Sept.  23.

(September 22, 2010) DETROIT — Law enforcement testing finds the all-new 2011 Chevrolet Caprice Police Patrol Vehicle (PPV) is faster from zero to 60 and zero to 100 miles per hour and brakes in a shorter distance than its competitors from Ford and Dodge, Chevrolet officials say.

(September 22, 2010) TROY, Mich. — General Motors and ABB Group will work together to develop pilot projects for re-using the batteries from the Chevrolet Volt electric vehicle, examining whether the batteries may be a source for renewable energy that could  improve the effectiveness of wind and solar power generation.

(September 21, 2010) DALLAS — The most extensive powertrain overhaul in the 62-year history of Ford F-Series highlights the 2011 Ford F-150. The engine lineup includes four new truck engines: a 3.7-liter V6, 5.0-liter and 6.2-liter V8s and a twin-turbocharged 3.5-liter EcoBoost.

(September 21, 2010) MONTGOMERY, Ala. — An all-new Hyundai Elantra will join its larger sibling, the Sonata, in production at Hyundai Motor Manufacturing Alabama (HMMA) starting in late fall this year. This change, along with the recent move of the Santa Fe to a Kia production facility in Georgia, will further increase Hyundai’s overall U.S.