Chevy Volt versus the Toyota Prius, again

Far more cost-effective than plugging in? The reality of hybrid cost effectiveness Sure, we’ve pitted the Chevy Volt against the Toyota Prius in the past, but this time we have some real numbers. Unfortunately, the numbers don’t look good. So, if you think the Volt is set to save America, you might not want to [...]

“Game changer” most over-used word in auto industry?

Can this really change the auto industry? Game changer? Not any time soon The latest energy bill provides nice tax credits for natural gas vehicles. Honda executive claims, “This could be a game-changer.” “The Volt is a game-changing product,” recently claimed a Volt executive. Maybe. Nonetheless, shouldn’t we wait until the game actually changes before [...]

Gm Plans Diesel-powered Cadillac, Saturn Cars by 2010

The General Motors Corp. plans to build diesel-powered vehicles under the Cadillac and Saturn brands in the United States by 2010. This information, as reported by Automotive News online journal, was divulged by the company’s head honcho Bob Lutz. As gasoline prices continue to increase and more people become anxious about global warming issues, [...]

Nissan Commits to Rev Up US Sales With Clean Diesel

The Nissan Motors Co., Ltd. announced its plans to launch its first clean diesel engine in the United States to be introduced in the Maxima sedan in 2010. The sedan will be powered by an all-new Alliance engine which was co-developed with Renault – the automaker’s affiliate. The diesel engine will be engineered to comply [...]

Fast and Furious *OFFICIAL* Trailer

The Fast and the Furious 4 due to released on June 5, 2009. Starring Vin Diesel, Paul Walker, Jordana Brewster I am surprised when I saw Han (Sung Kang) is on the list too.

A new Leaf: Nissan warranty to match Chevy Volt

8 years, 100,000 miles Not really that shocking And why not? Of course Nissan is going to match GM’s battery warranty for plug-in vehicles, despite early indications suggesting a much shorter warranty. Anyway, just as the Chevy Volt will include an 8 year or 100,000 mile warranty, so to will the Nissan Leaf. Really, this [...]

Chevy Volt for $41,000 or $350/month to lease

Cheaper to lease than to own. Is leasing the future of the auto industry? The new Chevy Volt will be offered at $41,000, although the new plug-in vehicle will also qualify for a $7500 tax credit. A loaded Volt, with leather seats and a rear view camera, will cost $44,600. However, the Volt will also [...]

Diesel for Future General Motors Autos

Detroit automaker General Motors, the largest American car company, is planning to introduce diesel vehicles in the United States auto market before the end of the decade. The plan was divulged by the outspoken vice chairman of the company, Bob Lutz. “We’re doing a bunch of them,” said Lutz. The popularity of diesel is [...]

Japanese and European Automakers to Start Clean Diesel Revolution

Desperate times call for desperate measures and the worsening problem on global warming is an emergency that requires an immediate solution. Everybody needs to pitch in to help. The European and Japanese auto makers plans to invade Canada and the United States with 2008 models that run on clean-diesel models that deliver better fuel economy [...]

Diesel Amplifies Mazda Vehicles

Before the year ends, Mazda will expand its diesel offerings in Australia. An example is the Mazda 3 diesel that will join the Mazda6 and is expected to arrive in September. It will be available in both sedan and hatchback form, the Mazda 3 will have the same engine as the present Mazda6 diesel. [...]

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