Archive for 'Chicago Auto Show'
Is the Honda Ridgeline Going Away?
Posted on 09. Apr, 2010 by admin.
While the automaker won’t comment, sources tell us that Honda won't replace the current Ridgeline unibody pickup after its current lifecycle ends around 2012. Honda had hopes of selling approximately 50,000 trucks per year when the truck came to market in 2005 for the 2006 model year, but in 2009 only 16,464 units were sold
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Is the Honda Ridgeline Going Away?
Posted on 09. Apr, 2010 by admin.
While the automaker won’t comment, sources tell us that Honda won't replace the current Ridgeline unibody pickup after its current lifecycle ends around 2012. Honda had hopes of selling approximately 50,000 trucks per year when the truck came to market in 2005 for the 2006 model year, but in 2009 only 16,464 units were sold
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Coverage of the 2010 NTEA Work Truck Show Direct from St. Louis
Posted on 09. Mar, 2010 by admin.
If you thought our 2010 Chicago Auto Show coverage highlighted big trucks , you haven't seen anything yet. We're in St.
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2011 Toyota Avalon Starts at $32,245
Posted on 04. Mar, 2010 by admin.
Toyota announced that the starting MSRP for the 2011 Toyota Avalon will remain the same for the base model XLS at $32,245 when it goes on sale later this month. This does not include a $750 destination charge. Reducing the number of trim levels from three to two, the next step up would be the Limited trim, which starts at $35,485 and represents a $200 increase from the previous model year.
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2011 Ford Mustang V-6 to Get 31 MPG
Posted on 03. Mar, 2010 by admin.
Ford had already announced a 30 mpg highway figure for its updated Mustang and its new 3.7-liter V-6 engine. It was even printed on the side of one car at the Chicago Auto Show last month. That number bested the new Chevy Camaro’s 29 mpg highway figure.
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Mercedes-Benz F800 Concept
Posted on 22. Feb, 2010 by admin.
L ooks like: Mercedes is stealing designs from Volvo Defining characteristics: Plug-in hybrid powetrain, minivan rear door Ridiculous features: A touchpad control system that uses a video camera to sense where your hand is reaching Chance of being mass-produced: The design is actually very close to what the next CLS sedan will look like If you thought the season of new concept and production cars was over after the L.A., Detroit and Chicago auto shows, you’re wrong. Not only do we have the New York show looming in April, but Europe’s big outing, the Geneva International Motor Show, kicks off in early March. That’s where Mercedes will show the F800 Style research vehicle shown here.
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Big Trucks at the 2010 Chicago Auto Show
Posted on 17. Feb, 2010 by admin.
Unlike many auto shows, the Chicago Auto Show puts a spotlight on big commercial trucks and custom trucks. So while your average car buyer may not be interested in, say, a fire engine with a joystick-operated water cannon, there is no mistaking that big, awesome trucks are still fun to look at
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2010 Volkswagen Jetta TDI SportWagen Video
Posted on 17. Feb, 2010 by admin.
Hybrids aren’t the only vehicle option for fuel-conscious car buyers. Clean diesel cars also offer a lot of mileage gains. With this in mind, Cars.com reviewer Mike Hanley spotlights the 2010 Volkswagen Jetta TDI SportWagen at the 2010 Chicago Auto Show
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2010 Infiniti G37 Video
Posted on 16. Feb, 2010 by admin.
The 2010 Infiniti G37 sedan just goes to show that small changes can make a big difference in keeping a vehicle fresh. At least, that’s Joe Wiesenfelder’s take as he goes over the G37 at the 2010 Chicago Auto Show. Check out this video for more on the G37’s styling changes, refinements to its navigation system and interior design updates
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2010 Infiniti G37 Video
Posted on 16. Feb, 2010 by admin.
The 2010 Infiniti G37 sedan just goes to show that small changes can make a big difference in keeping a vehicle fresh. At least, that’s Joe Wiesenfelder’s take as he goes over the G37 at the 2010 Chicago Auto Show. Check out this video for more on the G37’s styling changes, refinements to its navigation system and interior design updates
