A new concept Renault Alpine A110-50

The Renault Alpine A110-50 concept was shown for the first time on Friday at the Monaco Grand Prix. The Alpine was produced by Renault Sport Technologies and is based on the same platform as the Mégane Trophy car.

“Mini-tort” Limit Doubling!

Senators in Michigan voted last week in support of a bill that doubles the limit up to which a motorist can sue for crash damages not covered by their own insurance.

The vote for HB 5362 increases the “mini-tort” limit from $500 to $1,000.

Saab will buy Electric Car Company!

A newly named company, National Electric Vehicle Sweden is reportedly at the top of the list among those that have expressed interest in buying Saab out of bankruptcy. We reported in March a certain un-named Japanese-Chinese consortium was looking to buy the assets out of Swedish bankruptcy administration, and it would appear it is making progress. According to Autocar, on Monday Sweden’s company registration office approved the new Swedish-oriented name for the company backed by the Japanese-Chinese consortium.

Welcome home McLaren GT!

The picturesque town of Woking, Surrey, in the south of England is home to the McLaren Technology Center (MTC), the McLaren Automotive factory that builds the MP4-12C supercar and, soon, a dedicated facility for McLaren GT.

Seat belts and airbags necessary measures to protect the Small Auto!

Airbags and seat belts -- mature products for suppliers -- are getting a fresh look from automakers that are trying to secure five-star crash ratings for small cars.

Electromobility 'Still Young' But 'Coming Of Age Now'

Today, José A. Avila, Executive Board Member of automotive supplier Continental AG and Head of the company’s Powertrain Division, delivered a speech at the eMobility Summit in Berlin.

High costs auto insurance in Detroit!

Since the Michigan Catastrophic Claims Association (MCCA) announced its latest proposed rate hike, there's been a lot of news coverage about the cost of Michigan auto insurance. The news has also compared why it costs so much more to have auto insurance in cities like Detroit than it does in other areas in Michigan.

News Auto Insurance Quotes!

You need to be careful about insurance quotes while getting auto insurance; cause at times insurance cost could be more dependent from insurance quotes than your agent said it would. This is called a misquote - opposite to auto insurance quotes.

Corvette chief engineer Zora Arkus-Duntov honored in Russia

Belgian-born Zora Arkus-Duntov was the first chief engineer for the Chevrolet Corvette. But he is a new discovery to Russians, even though he lived in St. Petersburg through his teenage years.

Legend Porsche 917 Surfaces at Mecum's

Walking into the main auction arena at Mecum's Indianapolis Auction, the first thing you'll see is the 1968 Lotus Type 56. It's a turbine-powered, Ferguson Formula masterpiece and it looks a good deal like a giant, hyper-orange pinewood derby car. Located just 50 feet away is a Porsche 917/10.

Audi Shows Off Performance E-Bike Concept

Audi is presenting, starting today, the Audi e-bike Worthersee – at Worthersee in Carinthia, Austria.

Worthersee is the location of a sizeable Volkswagen-Audi culture show being held every year in the region of this Austrian town.

This year marks the show’s 31st year.

2012 Lexus RX Hybrid SUVs!

The 2012 Lexus RX Hybrid ranks 1 out of 20 Luxury Midsize SUVs. This ranking is based on our analysis of 32 published reviews and test drives of the Lexus RX Hybrid, and our analysis of reliability and safety data.

Top Safety Picks, Institute Insurance Adds Three Cars!

The Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS) recently added three cars to its Top Safety Picks, naming the 2013 Chevy Malibu Eco, 2012 Hyundai Azera and 2012 Toyota Prius C as exceptionally safe vehicles for drivers.

The new engine Mercedes A-Class Fuel Economy 26%

Mercedes says it is introducing a range of new engines for its latest A-Class in Europe, three gasoline motors and two diesels.

All have been designed to meet stringent Euro 6 emissions requirements, while delivering superior fuel economy compared with their predecessors.

Hybrid BMW - X6!

In 2005, when BMW joined General Motors and DaimlerChrysler in a collaboration to develop hybrid technology, it seemed like a strange partnership. The two American companies were working on hybrids for heavyweights—a technology that could provide better fuel efficiency on three-ton full-size SUVs designed to carry seven or eight passengers, extra cargo, and tons of extra weight towed in back.

Mini John Cooper Works GP special edition announced

The first Mini Cooper S John Cooper Works GP was produced in 2006 to mark the end of the first generation of the Mini developed by BMW. Only 2,000 were produced.

Tesla Says Model S May Go 400+ Miles On a Charge!

Next month Tesla plans to commence with its first all-electric Model S deliveries, and these premium 85-kwh versions may be able to be coaxed to over 400 miles range.

Google’s “Driverless” Self-Driving Cars Go Legal In Nevada

LAS VEGAS (Reuters) -- Google's self-driven cars will soon be appearing on Nevada roads after the state's Department of Motor Vehicles approved on Monday the nation's first autonomous vehicle license.

Chevrolet Corvette ZR1 will be Indy 500 pace car

The 2013 Chevrolet Corvette ZR1 will be the pace car for this year's Indianapolis 500--a fitting victory lap as the current sixth-generation Corvette heads for the end of its production run and the end of this version of the ZR1.

Jaguar launches Nürburgring taxi program!

Jaguar is joining BMW by offering a taxi service at the Nürburgring. But these XJ Supersport sedans won't be running to the restaurants and bars surrounding the famous track; they'll be collecting fares on it.

Lexus distances itself from Toyota as it seeks to regain luxury crown

TOKYO (Bloomberg) -- Lexus wants BMW and Mercedes-Benz car buyers to know it can be more than just dependable.

Delphi To Display Its Wireless EV Charging System At EVS26

More news is transpiring on what will be found at the Electric Vehicle Symposium (EVS26), which will be held May 6-9 at the Los Angeles Convention Center.

Chrysler, minivan heavyweight for 29 years, mulls next act

DETROIT -- Almost 30 years after the minivan was introduced, after attacks from all sides, Chrysler Group LLC remains on top.

Now, CEO Sergio Marchionne will have to decide how best to sustain the success.

Strong China, U.S. demand fuels record BMW Q1 earnings!

FRANKFURT -- BMW posted record first-quarter earnings on Thursday that beat even the most optimistic analysts' expectations, helped by strong demand from China and the United States and a surge in sales of its most expensive sedan.

41 mpg For Dodge Dart Aero!

Chrysler is currently in the mist of launching its all new Dodge Dart. Partially based on the Alfa Romeo Giulietta, the Dart is coming to North America in both performance-oriented and fuel saving-oriented models.

Hybrids and Emergency First Responders

A hybrid vehicle's high-voltage battery pack cells are sealed and protected by their metal battery cover. All high-voltage circuits and plugs for this system are marked, color-coded orange and posted with warnings to advise of their presence.

Fuel-Efficient Honda Cars!

Honda took an early leadership role on hybrids, but hit a few bumps on the hybrid highway, especially after discontinuing the Honda Accord Hybrid and Honda Insight in 2006. The Accord Hybrid over-emphasized power instead of fuel economy, and the Insight was impractical as a two-seater.