November 2021

Genesis premieres Electrified GV70 at Auto Guangzhou in China



(November 22, 2021) GUANGZHOU, China — Genesis has unveiled the Electrified GV70 SUV at Auto Guangzhou 2021. Genesis introduced the new model at the Guangzhou International Automobile Exhibition, which takes place at the China Import and Export Fair Complex through Nov. 28.

Lincoln Zephyr in China highlights Lincoln’s design future



(November 20, 2021) GUANGZHOU, China — Lincoln has debuted its first locally produced sedan — the all-new Lincoln Zephyr — in China at Auto Guangzhou. The highly anticipated Zephyr highlights the future direction of Lincoln’s design and intelligent technology, and is expected to contribute to Lincoln’s growth in China.

Zero emissions in style – 2022 Toyota Mirai pricing announced



(November 19, 2021) PLANO, Texas — With an advanced powertrain, striking coupe-like design and a luxury interior that’s loaded with technology, the 2022 Toyota Mirai brings the future to drivers today. The Mirai starts  at $50,525 including destination charge. The 2022 Mirai is Toyota’s premium zero emission, rear-wheel drive hydrogen fuel-cell electric vehicle (FCEV). Expected to arrive at Toyota dealerships this December, the 2022 Mirai brings drivers luxury car design and performance, while emitting nothing but water.

BMW Manufacturing to expand plant logistics operations



(November 19, 2021) SPARTANBURG, S.C. — BMW Manufacturing has announced that it will expand its logistics operations to a new building being developed across Interstate 85 from the plant. The facility, located off Freeman Farm Road, is being constructed by Becknell Industrial. Total investment in the project is approximately $100 million. When completed, the new logistics center will be nearly one million square feet in size with an opportunity for future expansion.

A big Lincoln at rest



This fifth-generation (1970-1979) Lincoln Continental was found in a field of used up vehicles in Utah. Over that 10-year span the big luxury boat underwent several exterior styling upgrades. The Continental was a large car stretching out in the neighborhood of 225 inches in both two-door and four-door styles. During this time the 2 1/2-ton car was motivated by two large V-8 engines, a 6.6-liter and a 7.5-liter mated to a 3-speed automatic. (Photo by Jim Prueter)

Kia’s all-electric SUV concept takes center stage at AutoMobility LA



(November 19, 2021) LOS ANGELES — Having just launched the EV6 to international acclaim, Kia has revealed its all-electric SUV concept, the Kia Concept EV9 at the AutoMobility LA .

Seen as the clearest signal yet from Kia as to what might be the next addition to its new-generation EV lineup, the Concept EV9 epitomizes the brand’s recent leadership in designing and developing desirable, high-tech, zero-emissions vehicles.



Goodguys crowns 1963 Impala Wagon as Snap-on Custom of the Year



(November 18, 2021) PLEASANTON, Calif. — The annual Goodguys, car show has announced the winner of its  long-running Snap-on Custom of the Year award — a 1963 Impala Wagon called “Impressive.” The two-door Chevrolet wagon, built by the Ranweiler family at its Minnesota-based shop Show Cars Automotive, was announced as the winner Nov. 14 during the awards ceremony of the 31st Autumn Get-Together.