January 2014

Mopar introduces first monster truck in more than a decade

(January 10, 2014) AUBURN HILLS, Mich. - Mopar, Chrysler Group’s service, parts and customer-care brand, will be taking to the Monster Truck Racing Series arena with the new “Mopar Muscle” Ram monster truck beginning with the Monster Jam event in Detroit on Jan. 11.
 

Something special from Scion for 2014 — Monogram Series

(January 10, 2014) TORRANCE, Calif. — Scion says that exceptional features will now come at even more exceptional prices. The 2014 Scion FR-S and tC gain premium features with the competitively priced, limited edition Monogram Series models on display for the first time at the North American International Auto Show in Detroit.

Audi Q3 will join family of Audi sport utilities

(January 10, 2014) The new 2015 Audi Q3 will arrive in the U.S. in the fall of 2014 and will join the already successful lineup of Audi SUVs that includes the Q5 and Q7. It will make its U.S. debut at the North American International Auto Show (NAIAS) in Detroit on Jan. 13. The Q3 is a premium, compact SUV that pairs coupe-like looks with the utility of a SUV.

Beetle Dune concept is a potential version of the design icon

(January 10, 2014) DETROIT — The Beetle is a phenomenon, regardless of where it shows up in the world. People are always happy to see this car, whether it's the coupe or the Convertible. With the world premiere of the Beetle Dune at the North American International Auto Show in Detroit, Volkswagen is giving the public the chance to see a Beetle with a cool and rugged offroad look.

Porsche sets worldwide sales record in 2013

(January 9, 2014) ATLANTA — For the first time in the history of the company, Porsche delivered more than 162,000 vehicles to customers across the world last year. This figure represents an increase of 15 percent in comparison to 2012. The Porsche 911 was especially successful last year: During its anniversary year, about 30,000 of these iconic sports cars were handed over to customers.

Mossy Oak Edition returns to Ram lineup for 2014

(January 9, 2014) AUBURN HILLS, Mich. — After a brief, one-year hiatus, the Ram 1500 Mossy Oak Edition is returning to the truck brand’s model lineup. Updated for 2014, the Mossy Oak Edition will now be available for the first time with the RamBox Cargo Management System, in both 6-ft.-4-in. and 5-ft.-7-in. bed lengths.
 

Mopar to celebrate 50th anniversary of the iconic 426 HEMI in 2014

(January 9, 2014) AUBURN HILLS, Mich. — Throughout 2014, Mopar will celebrate the 50th anniversary of the introduction of the iconic second generation (Gen II) 426 Race HEMI engine to motorsports competition and its eventual initiation to production vehicles. To kick off the year-long commemoration of the legendary engine, Mopar has created a 50th anniversary logo.

Mazda to delay SKYACTIV-D clean diesel engine launch in U.S.

(January 9, 2014) IRVINE, Calif. — Mazda North American Operations today announced that the launch of its SKYACTIV-D clean diesel engine in North America is being further delayed from its spring 2014 announced debut timing.

Honda celebrates Civic with all-new 'Love' campaign

(January 9, 2014) To bring attention to the significantly enhanced 2014 Civic Coupe and Si Coupe, Honda is launching an uplifting multiplatform campaign —"One More Thing to Love about Today." The work features blues rock band Vintage Trouble and pop culture favorites Adventure Time, Nyan Cat and other internet sensations.

Volkswagen to introduce most powerful Golf ever for U.S. market

(January 9, 2014) HERNDON, Va. — The North American International Auto Show will see the U.S. debut of the latest Golf R, the most powerful version of the Golf ever to be sold in this market. With an estimated 290 horsepower, the new Golf R has 34 horsepower more than the previous version, which was sold as a 2013 model.