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2011 Kia Optima

The next generation Kia Optima (currently, also known as 'Magentis' in some markets) is set to make its world premiere next month at the 2010 New York International Auto Show. "The next generation Optima possesses the power to surprise," says Peter Schreyer, Kia's Chief Design Officer. "It's a car that people will simply not expect from [...]

New York International Auto Show

Mark your calendars, we will be back at the Jacob Javits Center from April 2-11, 2010 and we will have some of the hottest cars and trucks ever seen all under one roof. That means more sneak peeks, more brand new '10 & '11 production models and more concept vehicles than ever before. Tickets will [...]

Aston Martin’s Owners File for Legal Protection

Investment Dar, the troubled Kuwaiti firm that owns half of luxury British carmaker Aston Martin, said on Saturday it has filed for legal protection under Kuwait's financial stability law. "Investment Dar announces today that it has started a process of legal protection under the terms of Kuwait?s Financial Stability Law," a company statement said. The company, which [...]

California sues Toyota for hiding defects

A California prosecutor has filed a civil lawsuit against Toyota, accusing the Japanese carmaker of intentionally hiding deadly defects from consumers. "We'll be alleging in court on behalf of the people of Orange County that Toyota knowingly sold cars and trucks with defects that caused Toyotas to accelerate suddenly and uncontrollably," Orange Country District Attorney Tony [...]

JL Audio releases Stealthbox for Nissan Z

JL Audio expanded its Stealthbox series of vehicle-specific subwoofer systems to include its first model for the Nissan 370Z coupe. The $949-suggested Stealthbox, currently shipping, features two 10-inch JL Audio subwoofers in a sealed form-fitted enclosure that goes behind the front seats but ahead of the rear axle to maintain the car's weight distribution and leave [...]

Mopar Releases Sketches for 44th Annual Easter Jeep Safari

Mopar is getting ready for Moab. Chrysler Group LLC's fifth brand is preparing to reveal a truck-load of "Moparized" vehicles at the 44th annual Easter Jeep® Safari in Moab, Utah which takes place from March 27 through April 4.

Govt offers GM loan to safeguard jobs

The government on Friday announced it had agreed a loan of 270 million pounds for General Motors to help protect jobs in Britain. GM had decided to sell its European arm, which makes Vauxhall cars here, but changed its mind after its own rescue by the US government. Business Secretary Peter Mandelson said in a statement that [...]

2012 Ford Police Interceptor

Ford reveals its all-new, purpose-built Police Interceptor sedan today, showcasing a car for law enforcement officials that will exceed the durability, safety, performance and fuel economy of the industry’s leading police car – the Ford Crown Victoria – while also confirming production of a Police Interceptor utility vehicle. Ford, the police vehicle market leader for 15 [...]

Väth V58 – Rocket Compressor with 565 hp

Understatement cannot be qualified as one of the advantageous features of VÄTH V58. This is considered to be the same as with SLK AMG R171. Not only the outside appearance of VÄTH V58 cannot be ignored, but also the SLK performance cannot be recognized under the motor hood. A high-performance 565 hp and 770 Nm [...]

Hyundai chairman’s son gets seat on the board

The only son of Hyundai Motor chairman Chung Mong-Koo was Friday appointed to the board of South Korea's top carmaker, fuelling speculation he is being groomed to succeed his 71-year-old father. Shareholders at their annual meeting approved the appointment of Chung Eui-Sun, 39, a company spokesman said. The younger Chung was a director of Hyundai's smaller affiliate [...]