January 2011

By Frank Sherosky Jan 31 2011 - 8:27pm

Global markets still lacking a global automotive ETF

Exchange Traded Funds (ETF) cover just about every industry and sector except the one that is growing by leaps and bounds in emerging markets - the global auto industry.

By Patrick Rall G+ Jan 31 2011 - 3:44pm

Production begins for the 2011 Camaro Convertible

Today in General Motors’ Oshawa Assembly Plant in Canada, production of the new 2011 Chevrolet Camaro Convertible began and NASCAR legends Rick Hendrick and Dale Earnhardt Jr. were on hand for the momentous occasion.

By Patrick Rall G+ Jan 31 2011 - 3:12pm

A first drive of the 2012 Ford Focus

The 2012 Ford Focus is part of the Motor Company’s “One Ford” plan to offer the same vehicles around the world and recently TorqueNews had a chance to drive the newest C-segment sedan and hatchback before they hit showrooms later this year.

By Keith Griffin G+ Jan 31 2011 - 3:05pm

Kiplinger Announces Best in Class Vehicles for 2011

Kiplinger has announced its Best in Class new vehicles for 2011 and only one domestic vehicle is in the mix.

By Patrick Rall G+ Jan 31 2011 - 3:02pm

The interior of the 2012 Ford Focus

A closer look at the dash and center stack of the 2012 Ford Focus

By Patrick Rall G+ Jan 31 2011 - 3:01pm

The 2012 Ford Focus hatchback

The new 2012 Ford Focus hatchback in blue

By Patrick Rall G+ Jan 31 2011 - 3:00pm

The 2012 Ford Focus from the rear

The 2012 Ford Focus cruising along the coastal highways of the LA area.

By Patrick Rall G+ Jan 31 2011 - 2:59pm

A beachside shot of the 2012 Ford Focus sedan

The 2012 Ford Focus sedan along the California coast

By Patrick Rall G+ Jan 31 2011 - 2:58pm

The 2012 Ford Focus sedan in action

A moving shot of the sporty new 2012 Ford Focus

By Patrick Rall G+ Jan 31 2011 - 2:57pm

The 2012 Ford Focus first drive

The 2012 Ford Focus sedan and hatchback

Read more about The 2012 Ford Focus first drive

By Patrick Rall G+ Jan 31 2011 - 2:35pm

Chrysler announces bonuses for American and Canadian workers

Chrysler has announced that they will be issuing performance bonuses for many American and Canadian employees with hourly workers getting around $750 as soon as next week.

By Frank Sherosky Jan 31 2011 - 1:40pm

2011 Philadelphia Auto Show attendance rises for opening weekend

The 2011 Phildelphia Auto Show is showing an upward attendance growth trend like the Detroit Auto Show, with a rise in attendance of 28.4% thus far.

By Patrick Rall G+ Jan 31 2011 - 1:16pm

The 2012 Shelby Cobra 50th Anniversary Edition sells out

Earlier this month, Shelby American announced that they would be producing a special set of limited edition modern Shelby Cobra roadsters to commemorate the 50th anniversary and today, Shelby announced that these 50 new Cobras sold out in less than 48 hours after going on sale.

By Patrick Rall G+ Jan 31 2011 - 1:10pm

The steering wheel of the 2012 Shelby Cobra 50th Anniversary Edition

A close up look at the steering wheel center of the 2012 Shelby Cobra 50th Anniversary Edition.

By Patrick Rall G+ Jan 31 2011 - 1:09pm

The fender badge of the 2012 Shelby Cobra 50th Anniversary Edition

The 2012 Shelby Cobra 50th Anniversary Edition sports badging to proudly display what makes this modern Cobra so special.

By Patrick Rall G+ Jan 31 2011 - 1:08pm

The interior of the 2012 Shelby Cobra 50th Anniversary Edition

The interior of the new 2012 Shelby Cobra 50th Anniversary Edition offers more luxury in the same sporty package.

By Patrick Rall G+ Jan 31 2011 - 1:07pm

The badge of the 50th Anniversary Shelby Cobra

A close up of the badging of the 2012 Shelby Cobra 50th Anniversary Edition displaying the 50-year span of the legendary performance car.

By Patrick Rall G+ Jan 31 2011 - 1:06pm

The 2012 Shelby Cobra 50th Anniversary Edition from the back end

The back end of the new 2012 Shelby Cobra 50th Anniversary Edition

By Patrick Rall G+ Jan 31 2011 - 1:04pm

The 2012 Shelby Cobra 50th Anniversary Edition

The rare 2012 Shelby Cobra 50th Anniversary Edition from the front

Read more about The 2012 Shelby Cobra 50th Anniversary Edition

By Keith Griffin G+ Jan 31 2011 - 11:56am

Half of States May Offer Electric Vehicle Benefits

Up to half of the 50 states may provide benefits to owners of electric vehicles not available to those who drive internal combustion vehicles.

By Frank Sherosky Jan 31 2011 - 10:54am

GM stock following mood of Friday's general market selloff

Despite the rebound move just before the State of the Union Address, General Motors (NYSE: GM) is showing weakness from Friday's close, even after the first hour of Monday morning trading.

By Patrick Rall G+ Jan 31 2011 - 10:47am

Ram brand unveils their plug-in electric hybrid at the DC Auto Show

Almost a year ago, the Chrysler Group announced that their Ram brand (then Dodge Ram trucks) would be offering a small fleet of plug-in electric hybrid (PHEV) trucks using the popular 5.7L Hemi and at the Washington DC Auto Show, the new Ram Hybrid made its formal debut.

By Keith Griffin G+ Jan 31 2011 - 10:07am

Jordin Sparks Brings Anti-Texting Campaign to Super Bowl

Jordin Sparks and Allstate are bringing the "X the TXT: DSGN8 Before You Drive" anti-texting campaign to the Jordin Sparks Experience, an annual gala for Sparks Charities held just before the Super Bowl.

By Patrick Rall G+ Jan 31 2011 - 10:02am

Mazda will build a Mazda5-based vehicle for Nissan

Mazda has announced that they will be producing a version of their popular Mazda5 to be rebadged and sold as a Nissan starting in May but the two automakers only intend to sell this Mazda-built Nissan compact minivan in Japan.

By Keith Griffin G+ Jan 31 2011 - 7:51am

January New Car Sales Show Strong Growth

Edmunds.com is predicting that January sales figures will reveal strong growth in new car sales compared to January 2010 with a strong indication that 2011 could see 12.5 million light vehicle sales.

By Keith Griffin G+ Jan 31 2011 - 7:35am

Jan. 31 News Topic

Where the heck did this month go? Chicago Auto Show in just 10 days...

By Keith Griffin G+ Jan 30 2011 - 9:24pm

Three Mercedes B-Class F-Cells To Circumnavigate the Globe.

Just in time for the 125th birthday of the automobile, three Mercedes B-class F-cells are off on a journey to circumnavigate the globe.

By Patrick Rall G+ Jan 30 2011 - 7:52pm

How to change your tire on the side of a road

Have you ever waited for AAA to show up to help you change your tire only to watch them and think that it is easier than you thought. There were even some flat tires in today's Rolex 24 at Daytona and these drivers fix it literally withing seconds.

By Frank Sherosky Jan 30 2011 - 7:40pm

What is meant by the terms fits and finish at auto shows?

Auto journalists and designers too often speak in terms that they assume the public understands.

By Frank Sherosky Jan 30 2011 - 12:59pm

Egypt unrest could topple its auto industry relations

As the Egyptian nation finds itself in the throes of civil unrest, the investors in their auto industry watch with great angst how Mubarak handles the situation.

January 2011

Pages