November 2013

Honda FCEV Concept to make world debut in Los Angeles

(November 11, 2013) TORRANCE, Calif. — Honda today released a sketch of the Honda FCEV Concept in advance of its debut at the 2013 Los Angeles Auto Show on Nov. 20. The concept model expresses a potential styling direction for Honda's next-generation fuel-cell electric vehicle (FCEV) launching in the U.S and Japan in 2015 and later in Europe.

Chrysler recalling 1.2 million Ram trucks for possible tie rod problem

(November 11, 2013) AUBURN HILLS, Mich. — Chrysler Group has announced that it will conduct three recalls affecting approximately 1.2 million trucks, though as many as 726,000 may not need repair. The campaigns target an estimated 453,000 vehicles with steering-system tie rods that may have been misaligned during assembly or steering-system service.

2014 Hyundai Genesis offers Assurance Connected Care telematics

(November 10, 2013) — COSTA MESA, Calif. — Hyundai’s award-winning Genesis sedan continues building upon its segment leadership position with the arrival of the 2014 model. Part of this segment leadership is the highest initial quality in the midsize premium car segment, awarded by the 2013 J.D. Power Initial Quality Study.

2014 Chevy Silverado and GMC Sierra get lean and mean

(November 10, 2013) DETROIT — Like athletes who burn fat and build muscle to become more competitive, the 2014 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 and GMC Sierra 1500 strategically replaced traditional steel with lightweight, high-strength steels for improved capability, safety and fuel efficiency.

Mothers Shine Award presented to 1969 Ford Torino at SEMA

(November 9, 2013) Everything is bigger and brighter in Las Vegas and here at the SEMA Show the Mothers Shine Award is one of the brightest and most coveted achievements within the car builders' community.

In case you missed it — Old Spock vs. new Spock in Audi 'Challenge' ad

(November 9, 2013) This YouTube Audi advertising video depicting the old Spock against the new Spock of Star Wars fame has drawn 7,800,000 viewers over the past several months since its release in May 2013.

Zachary Quinto, who played the new Dr. Spock in the May release of "Star Trek into Darkness," and Leonard Nimoy, the original Spock, are depicited in a constant battle to see who can out-do the other.

2015 Chevrolet Tahoe PPV prepares for duty

(November 8, 2013) LAS VEGAS — Chevrolet has announced a police patrol vehicle, or PPV, version of the all-new 2015 Tahoe. The Tahoe lineup will expand with the addition of an automatic 4WD pursuit vehicle to the existing 2WD pursuit and 4WD special service models. The new Tahoe PPV offers more power, greater efficiency and enhanced features developed for law enforcement.

Porsche to unveil its compact Macan sport utility in Los Angeles

(November 9, 2013) LOS ANGELES — Porsche is celebrating two world premieres and three North American debuts at the 2013 Los Angeles Auto Show in a few short weeks. The much anticipated Porsche Macan compact SUV, the automaker’s fifth model line, will be unveiled to an international audience at the L.A. Convention Center on Nov. 20.

Hyundai announces new crate engine program

(November 8, 2013) LAS VEGAS — Hyundai has announced the creation of a new factory crate engine program at the 2013 SEMA Show in Las Vegas. Under the program, the Lambda 3.8-liter, direct-injected V6 and Theta 2.0-liter, turbocharged 4-cylinder engines will be offered to aftermarket tuners at a significantly lower cost than an equivalent replacement engine.

78-year old private taxi of Anouska Hempel is offered at no reserve

(November 8, 2013) LONDON — For many decades, the ubiquitous black cab has been two a penny on the capital’s streets. But an example of a 1935 12/4 Austin Taxi, coming to auction in November, took up duties far removed from the commonplace cab trade, becoming the exclusive guest transport of the world’s first luxury boutique hotel, Blakes, in London’s South Kensington.