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December 2020

Cadillac brings manual transmission to V-Series Blackwings

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(December 11, 2020) Cadillac’s introduction of the new 2022 CT4-V Blackwing and CT5-V Blackwing will also mark the revival of one of the most popular features for driving enthusiasts — the manual transmission. These manual transmissions were produced using new additive manufacturing applications that will bring 3D-printed parts into the upcoming ultra-high-performance sedans.

Toyota's next-generation fuel cell electric technology in heavy duty trucks

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(December 11, 2020) PLANO, Texas — Toyota’s next generation fuel cell electric technology is now powering a new set of Class 8 heavy-duty trucks. Using the same fuel cell system as the all-new 2021 Mirai sedan that goes on sale this month, the engineers at Toyota Motor North America Research and Development have developed a set of production-intent prototype trucks that are being prepared to run drayage routes at the ports of L.A. and Long Beach to validate their performance, efficiency and drivability.

A Tennessee Dodge

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This mid-sized 1966 Dodge Coronet was found in central Tennessee minus an engine. The Coronet was built from 1965-1975 as an intermediate-sized car. It could be purchased as a wagon, 4-door sedan, 2-door sedan, 2-door coupe and hardtop and 2-door convertible. A 273 cubic inch V-8 was standard equipment. (Photo by Jim Meachen)

Mitsubishi provides first tease of all-new Outlander SUV

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(December 10, 2020) Mitsubishi Motors today teased the first image of the highly anticipated next-generation Outlander. The vehicle will debut first in the U.S., Canada and Puerto Rico in February, and follow soon-after in other international markets. Developed under the ideal of the Japanese term “I-Fu-Do-Do”, which means authentic and majestic, the all-new Outlander "demonstrates strength and quality from the inside out."

GMC Sierra Denali will have Super Cruise hands free availability

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(December 10, 2020) DETROIT — Super Cruise driver assistance technology will launch on the Sierra 1500 Denali in late model year 2022. The Sierra 1500 Denali will have the latest version of Super Cruise including the introduction of the ability to trailer while driving hands free.

Mecum closes 2020 with $14.7 million auction in Houston

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(December 10, 2020) — Mecum’s classic and collector car auction held in Houston last weekend resulted in $14.7 million in total overall sales. The event topped off a successful run of six such large-scale, live auctions held by the company in various major cities around the country over the past eight weeks.

Acura introduces flagship 2022 MDX SUV

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(December 9, 2020) TORRANCE, CALIF. — Acura has unveiled the all-new 2022 MDX, the most premium, performance-focused and technologically sophisticated SUV in Acura history. Occupying its new position as the brand flagship, the next-generation Acura MDX marks "a quantum leap forward with a bold exterior design coupled with a sophisticated and elegant new interior featuring the most high-tech and advanced cockpit in the brand's 35-year history."

NEXT up — New Armada and Kicks add momentum to Nissan product revival

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(December 9, 2020) NASHVILLE, Tenn. — Nissan NEXT, the company’s global business, culture and product transformation plan, includes revealing 10 new vehicles in the U.S. in 20 months —with six new vehicles in showrooms by the end of 2021. On Tuesday, Nissan took two steps forward toward that goal with the reveal of the 2021 Armada full-size SUV and 2021 Kicks compact crossover.

Honda launches pre-owned initiative adding non-certified cars to its website

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(December 8, 2020) Honda has launched an enhanced sales portal to include non-certified used vehicles on HondaCertified.com as the latest step in the brand's effort to simplify the shopping and vehicle purchasing process for first-time buyers. This initiative makes Honda the first mass-market brand to offer non-certified pre-owned vehicles for sale on its own website. Rising new-vehicle transaction prices make used and Certified Pre-Owned (CPO) vehicles an increasingly important entry point to vehicle ownership for both young and first-time buyers.