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Pike Research survey shows decline of consumer interest in plug-in EVs

Yes, contrary to all the green writers and readers out there, and just in time for the 2012 North American International Auto Show in Detroit , Pike Research’s latest survey shows consumer interest in plug-in electric vehicles has declined in the past two years. Question may be, why? Bet you can guess.

Detroit Auto Show to Display More European Cars by US Carmakers

The 2012 Detroit Auto Show (NAIAS) is going to surprise with more European cars, made by American carmakers as the Ford Fusion and its European version Mondeo will be made on both sides of the Atlantic. The Dodge (Chrysler) Dart takes its design from an Italian base.

Toyota's iconic Land Cruiser gains new features for 2013

The Toyota Land Cruiser marks the 60th anniversary of its introduction in Japan this year in addition to being a long-established favorite of residents of the Rocky Mountain highlands for over 50 years. Now in its 10th generation, the Land Cruiser returns with slight style enhancements, new performance and safety upgrades plus popular options becoming standard equipment.

BASF building better cars through chemistry

When the North American International Auto Show kicks off this week, a 4,500 square-foot exhibit by BASF, in room D2-15, will showcase products like all plastic wheels, plastics so heat resistant they can be used in engine parts and other wonders of their surprisingly effective application of chemistry to the production of better, lighter cars.

Want to win a Car design Internship?

Have you ever dreamed of being a great car designer? Well, Opel/Vauxhall along with Car Design News are giving you a chance to win a paid internship to become the next Chris Bangle.

Chrysler announces new Detroit jobs, confirms diesel Jeep

The Chrysler Group announced today that they will be adding a third shift at their Jefferson North Assembly Plant (JNAP) next year – a move that will create around 1,100 jobs and at the same time, Chrysler confirmed that there will be a diesel-powered version of the Jeep Grand Cherokee built in Detroit alongside the current Grand Cherokee, the Dodge Durango and the new Maserati Kubang SUV.

A diesel powered Jeep Grand Cherokee mule

NAIAS 2012 and CES 2012 to reveal car consoles as next target for major app development

In case you haven’t noticed, web developers have moved away from internet development and shifted their efforts toward app development for smartphones and tablets, including OnStar. That explains why those that follow the NAIAS 2012 and CES 2012 say this will be a growth year for app development with automakers overseeing their selections.

Strong sales for 2011 Leaf and Volt shows bright promise rather than dismal flop

While many voices in politics and the media want us to believe electric cars, like the Nissan Leaf or Chevy Volt, are failing, Chevy Volt and Nissan Leaf cases show that their's is hardly the only interpretation of reality.

Mercedes-Benz Making Big Splash at Consumer Electronics Show

For the first time, Dieter Zetsche, chairman of the Board of Management of Daimler AG and Head of Mercedes-Benz Cars, will deliver a keynote address at the Consumer Electronics Show in Las Vegas, which is fast becoming an alternate stage to the Detroit Auto Show.

Mercedes-Benz booth at Consumer Electronics Show

10 best used cars for less than $8,000

Kelley Blue Book's editors name their choices for quality used cars.

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