HERNDON, Va. – Audi of America today released pricing for two of its newest entries, the 2009 model year Audi A4 sedan and A4 Avant. Manufacturer’s Suggested Retail Price for the A4 sedan will start at $32,700, while MSRP for the A4 Avant will start at $34,500.
“The combination of efficiency, power, performance and design make […]
2009 Reviews
Audi releases pricing for A4 and A4 Avant
Ford Focus RS concept leaked?
Following the release of a pair of official teaser images for the European Focus RS last month comes new shots that are alleged to be official images of a near-production concept scheduled to be revealed at this month’s London Motor Show. As expected the latest RS model will feature a new kinetic designed front end […]
July 3rd, 2008 | On The Road | 0 comments | Continued
First Drive: 2009 Mercedes-Benz ML320 BlueTEC
With all the buzz about climbing fuel prices, and how current buyers are looking for new ways to increase their efficiency, it looks like Mercedes-Benz may have found a way to give its SUV buyers the best of both worlds. The second-generation M-Class came out in 2005 and was considered a bit heavy for its […]
July 3rd, 2008 | On The Road | 2 comments | Continued
Most product developments for ‘09 coming from Dodge
Dodge has the lion’s share of Chrysler LLC’s exciting product news for the 2009 model year.
Among the highlights:
– The expanded Challenger car line features a lower-priced V-6 version that might tempt consumers who are concerned about high gasoline prices.
– The Ram pickup undergoes an extensive re-engineering and restyling, along with the addition of an unconventional […]
Tesla plans mass-market electric sedan
Tesla Motors plans to produce its mass-market $60,000 electric sedan in the San Francisco Bay Area by the end of 2010.
California Gov. Arnold Schwarzenegger and Tesla CEO Ze’ev Drori announced the decision at a press conference at Tesla’s Silicon Valley facility today.
“We are not a mere niche player with a car to the rich and […]
GM prices Traverse crossover at $28,990
The 2009 Chevrolet Traverse, the brand’s key entry in crossovers this year, will go on sale in September for $28,990 for the base LS trim line.
That is almost the same price as the cheapest Ford Flex ($28,995), which will go head-to-head with the Traverse. The Flex went on sale this month.
Starting prices for the other […]
New Caddys coming…
General Motors will unveil a Cadillac CTS wagon this fall in an effort to compete with BMW’s 3 series and Mercedes C-class wagons.
Cadillac intends to start production in 2009 for global sale. GM has shown a CTS coupe concept to be produced next year.
Cadillac also plans to replace its current SRX crossover with a […]
ZR1 costs $105,000, runs to 205 mph
General Motors said today the new Chevrolet Corvette ZR1 will carry a sticker price of $105,000, including shipping charges and gas-guzzler tax, when it goes on sale this summer. The gas-guzzler tax accounts for $1700 of the price.
There are just two options-$2,000 for chrome wheels, and a $10,000 interior package that includes leather-trimmed sports seats with the […]
June 18th, 2008 | On The Road | 0 comments | Continued
Live a fantasy in the Mercedes-Benz SL63 AMG
The 2009 Mercedes-Benz SL63 AMG is a fantasy.
Driving one propels you into a world where money is just that stuff that keeps overflowing your various bank accounts. I was ready to buy a monocle after one day of cruising around in it.
The base price is $132,875 and it climbs steeply from there. When I recently […]
Ford Flex campaign launches this weekend
DETROIT — Ford Motor Co. is launching TV, print and outdoor advertising this weekend for the 2009 Ford Flex crossover. The vehicle is expected to go on sale this month.
The automaker tapped music video director Mark Romanek to direct the 30-second TV commercials, which offer a computer-generated look at the Flex’s technology and its side-grooved […]
Challenger shifts its power pitch
Admire the 2009 Dodge Challenger’s retro styling and sub-$22,000 starting price — but please don’t ask if it’s got a Hemi.
Even as Chrysler LLC brings back the iconic 1970s-era muscle car, the automaker is attempting to shift its image from pure power to muscle-styling-meets fuel-efficient-affordability.
That message takes shape in the 2009 Dodge Challenger SE, a V-6 version […]
Review - 2009 Pontiac Vibe
The Good: Roomy Interior, Above Average fuel economy, robust powertrain in GT Trim and good utility ability.
The Bad: Acceleration in the base model will leave you wanting, a trade up for improved MPG.
Overall: The upgrades for 2009 make this one small crossover worthy of a test drive. How do we like the Vibe? […]
Hybrid Technologies Building 220+ MPG Supercar
Hybrid Technologies is working on a new supercar using a gas-electric hybrid engine and that should hit 220 mpg—minimum!!
Power under the hood will have to trump a cushy ride: Hybrid Technologies is aiming for a 150- to 180-mi. range per charge from the all-electric model, while the lithium-ion-meets-gas hybrid needs to hit 220 mpg—minimum. And […]
May 30th, 2008 | On The Road | 0 comments | Continued
Ford Escape adds power, refinement
Good things come in threes. The three wise men, Charlie’s Angels and either Star Wars trilogy. But at Ford Motor Co., the 2009 Escape, which comes in three trim levels and three different powertrains, has been treated like The Good, The Bad and The Ugly. Forget that the Escape outsells the Mustang. In fact, this […]
May 28th, 2008 | On The Road | 0 comments | Continued