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Honda Accord Ready to Compete With Highly Styled Competitors
Honda says the facelift will enhance the customer loyalty already enjoyed by the Accord.
Jan. 11, 2012 -
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Toyota: Incentives Not Required
Analysts and competitors have been expecting a big incentive push by Toyota to regain market share, but a top U.S. official says a bevy of new-product launches will take the auto maker where it needs to go.
By David Zoia Editor • Jan. 11, 2012 -
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Automakers are evaluating their long-term strategies, revisiting their product mix, and approach to both retail and manufacturing approach along the way.
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Acura to Detail New Models in New York; Honda Incentives May Fall
The near-luxury brand’s two lowest-volume models, the RL and ZDX, saw sales fall 46% and 52%, respectively, in 2011.
Jan. 10, 2012 -
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Reporter Notebook: Uh-Oh, Better Hold Off on Volt Plan, GM
Ward’s writers pass along the buzz at this week’s North American International Auto Show in Detroit.
By Ward's Staff • Jan. 10, 2012 -
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Benz-BMW Rivalry ‘Kindergarten’ Games
“I couldn’t care less if we came in first,” Daimler chief Dieter Zetsche says.
By Steve Finlay • Jan. 10, 2012 -
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NS4 Concept Next Step for Toyota’s Hybrid Drive
Toyota is broadening its hybrid stable with a plug-in Prius and Prius C city car due on the market this year. The NS4 provides a glimpse of what’s to come mid-decade
By David Zoia Editor • Jan. 10, 2012 -
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Audi Confirms Q3 Headed for U.S.
CEO Rupert Stadler says the long-awaited decision to sell the Q3 in the U.S. was made after the model received an overwhelmingly positive response from U.S. dealers when they were shown the vehicle a year ago.
By David Zoia Editor • Jan. 10, 2012 -
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BMW Group Roars Out of Recession
BMW Group sold 1.38 million vehicles last year, a 13% year-over-year increase, with Mini sales jumping up 22% to 285,000 units.
Jan. 10, 2012 -
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Ford Electrification Chief Sees C-Max Hybrid as Tough Sell in Europe
Nancy Gioia, Ford’s director-global electrification, says the heavy penetration of diesel-powered vehicles in most European countries makes hybrids a tough sell.
By Byron Pope • Jan. 10, 2012 -
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Hyundai Hits CAFE Number Early; Stands Behind Elantra EPA Claims
The Elantra is under fire from some angry car buyers who say they cannot achieve the car’s stated EPA fuel economy of 29-40 mpg in city/highway driving.
Jan. 10, 2012 -
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More North American Lexus Production Coming to Combat Strong Yen
Mark Templin says building models outside Japan is not the only tool the luxury brand has to fight the exchange-rate. Cutting money out of the supply chain without taking it out of the product is another.
Jan. 10, 2012 -
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Honda Accord Coupe Concept Foreshadows Ninth-Gen Model
Honda will offer a 3.5L V-6, a 2.4L GDI 4-cyl. and a 2-mode plug-in hybrid powertrain in the ’13 Accord, due later this year.
Jan. 10, 2012 -
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Lincoln MKZ Concept Shows New Designer’s Hand
Lincoln MKZ concept is just one component of an aggressive plan to reinvigorate Lincoln and attract new, younger buyers.
By Byron Pope • Jan. 10, 2012 -
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New Mercedes SL550 Down to Fighting Weight
While the new car is lighter than its predecessor, it also is more powerful thanks to a new, direct-injection V-8 engine.
By Steve Finlay • Jan. 9, 2012 -
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VW Goes Blue With Jetta Hybrid, Beetle EV
The two models are part of VW’s effort to become the most environmentally friendly auto maker, a position its CEO says is necessary to become the world’s highest-volume car company.
By David Zoia Editor • Jan. 9, 2012 -
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Hyundai Turbo Veloster, Refreshed Genesis Coupe Unveiled in Detroit
The ’13 Veloster Turbo makes 201 hp and is due in summer 2012 as the first of seven new Hyundai models over 11 months.
Jan. 9, 2012 -
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Acura Unveils Concept of Future U.S.-Built NSX
The concept NSX features a new hybrid version of Acura's super-handling all-wheel-drive system, a 2-electric-motor drive unit that distributes positive or negative torque to front wheels when cornering.
Jan. 9, 2012 -
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Lexus LF-LC Hybrid Sport Coupe, Refreshed LX SUV Unveiled in Detroit
The 4-seater concept advances Lexus' new design language seen on the production CT hatch and new GS sedan, while the large SUV gets the brand's new spindle grille and other updates.
Jan. 9, 2012 -
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Hyundai Elantra, Range Rover Evoque Win NACTOY Awards
The Hyundia Elantra win marks the second time the Korean auto maker has won a NACOTY award.
Jan. 9, 2012 -
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Dodge Dart Debut Heralds EPS Rollout at Chrysler
Electric power steering is destined to proliferate through Chrysler’s lineup as the auto maker responds to increasingly challenging fuel-economy standards.
By Eric Mayne 1 • Jan. 9, 2012 -
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Nissan Unwraps Unibody Pathfinder Concept
The utility vehicle’s unibody platform makes for a more aerodynamic exterior but doesn’t lessen headroom or cargo capacity, the auto maker says.
Jan. 9, 2012 -
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Ford Aims for Segment Leadership With ’13 Fusion
The ’13 Ford Fusion comes available with five powertrain choices, including hybrid and plug-in hybrid models.
By Byron Pope • Jan. 9, 2012 -
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Cadillac ATS Makes Its Long-Awaited Global Debut
“Designed with quick, nimble and fun-to-drive dynamics, ATS expands Cadillac’s portfolio into a crucial global segment,” says marketing chief Don Butler.
By James M. Amend • Jan. 8, 2012 -
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Expanded Airbag Recall Pushes Honda Into Lead for 2011 U.S. Callbacks
The auto maker’s airbag campaign dates back to 2008 and encompasses 2.5 million vehicles, with some models returning a second time to fix replacement inflators.
By James M. Amend • Jan. 6, 2012 -
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Audi 3.0L TFSI Supercharged DOHC V-6
In sophisticated autobahn burners like the S4 and A6, the 3.0L TFSI makes V-8s seem obsolete.
Jan. 6, 2012
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