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jmraab posted a blog entry
Last Night A Ranger Saved My Life
Ford illustrates the ugly side of social media-based advertising: exploiting and promoting baseless prejudices by reprinting...
Ford illustrates the ugly side of social media-based advertising: exploiting and promoting baseless prejudices by reprinting...
jmraab posted a blog entry
Chrysler Bumps Incentives. Again. Still.
Despite already having some of the highest incentives in the game right now, Chrysler is joining GM in putting more cash on the...
Despite already having some of the highest incentives in the game right now, Chrysler is joining GM in putting more cash on the...
jmraab posted a blog entry
Tesla IPO in the works?
Reuters reports that Tesla is planning an Initial Public Offering, after postponing planned IPOs in 2008 and 2009. Tesla...
Reuters reports that Tesla is planning an Initial Public Offering, after postponing planned IPOs in 2008 and 2009. Tesla...
jmraab posted a blog entry
Tata Defends JLR Acquisition
Ford were mighty relieved when it managed to off-load it’s British marques, Jaguar and Land Rover, to Tata. Now after 1...
Ford were mighty relieved when it managed to off-load it’s British marques, Jaguar and Land Rover, to Tata. Now after 1...
jmraab posted a blog entry
Fiat Faces Dealer Insurrection
Fiat is facing a new distraction. While Sergio Marchionne has worldwide plans with zombie Chrysler, Fiat is facing an...
Fiat is facing a new distraction. While Sergio Marchionne has worldwide plans with zombie Chrysler, Fiat is facing an...
knightofdawn posted a blog entry
EPA: New Car Fuel Economy Continues to Improve; Back to Early 1980’s Level
Green Car Congress has digested the EPA’s Report on Vehicle Fuel Consumption and CO output for the period covering 1975...
Green Car Congress has digested the EPA’s Report on Vehicle Fuel Consumption and CO output for the period covering 1975...
jmraab posted a blog entry
Saturday Concours: LeMons in Texas
Follow this link:Saturday Concours: LeMons in Texas
Follow this link:Saturday Concours: LeMons in Texas
jmraab posted a blog entry
Question Of The Day: What Car Are You?
It’s time to get to know each other a little better. So which car best describes you? Pretend you’re on Dr....
It’s time to get to know each other a little better. So which car best describes you? Pretend you’re on Dr....
jmraab posted a blog entry
De Tomaso Back From The Dead
Former Lancia CEO Gianmario Rossignolo has bought the De Tomaso trademark, says Der KFZ-Betrieb in Germany. In a former...
Former Lancia CEO Gianmario Rossignolo has bought the De Tomaso trademark, says Der KFZ-Betrieb in Germany. In a former...
Mike posted a blog entry
Mitsubishi Debuts Sync Rival, Called Fuse, In 2010 Outlander
It's about time that another automaker took on Ford's Sync hands-free communication and entertainment interface. One of the...
It's about time that another automaker took on Ford's Sync hands-free communication and entertainment interface. One of the...
jmraab posted a blog entry
Study Validates Common Sense: Air Cars Are Hot Air
All the hot air about the MDI air car may experience a sudden cold downdraft. Not that cool breezes questioning its efficiency...
All the hot air about the MDI air car may experience a sudden cold downdraft. Not that cool breezes questioning its efficiency...
jmraab posted a blog entry
Ask The Best And Brightest: MINI or BMW Zero-Series?
After the 1 series, BMW pretty much committed themselves to the smallest they were going to make under the BMW marque. Or did...
After the 1 series, BMW pretty much committed themselves to the smallest they were going to make under the BMW marque. Or did...
jmraab posted a blog entry
What’s Wrong With This Picture: That’s Riich Edition
We got a good giggle (and several excellent limericks) out of Chery’s Bentley-aping Riich brand logo back in March, so we...
We got a good giggle (and several excellent limericks) out of Chery’s Bentley-aping Riich brand logo back in March, so we...
jmraab posted a blog entry
Black Friday? Feh! HighGearMedia’s 2009 Holiday Gift Guide
Time, as they say, has flown. It seems like just yesterday we were nursing New Year's hangovers and saying things like "GM...
Time, as they say, has flown. It seems like just yesterday we were nursing New Year's hangovers and saying things like "GM...
Mike posted a blog entry
Geely Intends To Keep Volvo Production In Europe (Maybe)
We've been keeping a close eye on the evolving Ford/Volvo/Geely saga. So far, the biggest point of contention in the...
We've been keeping a close eye on the evolving Ford/Volvo/Geely saga. So far, the biggest point of contention in the...
Mike posted a blog entry
Recall Alert: Belkin TuneBase May Catch Fire
There are lots of ways to enjoy music from portable devices in your car. Related posts:Driver Distraction Alert: Like Google...
There are lots of ways to enjoy music from portable devices in your car. Related posts:Driver Distraction Alert: Like Google...
jmraab posted a blog entry
EV Mode Creates Crisis Mode For Engine Parts Makers
For manufacturers of engine timing chains, main bearings or any of the hundreds of unique components for engines and...
For manufacturers of engine timing chains, main bearings or any of the hundreds of unique components for engines and...
knightofdawn posted a blog entry
Quote Of The Day: Ghosn Down Memory Lane Edition
“Without any doubt we knew fundamentally that [a merger with GM] would work, but only if it was a collaborative effort....
“Without any doubt we knew fundamentally that [a merger with GM] would work, but only if it was a collaborative effort....
jmraab posted a blog entry
Quote Of The Day: Ghosn Down Memory Lane Edition
“Without any doubt we knew fundamentally that [a merger with GM] would work, but only if it was a collaborative effort....
“Without any doubt we knew fundamentally that [a merger with GM] would work, but only if it was a collaborative effort....
knightofdawn posted a blog entry
GM: US Taxpayer-Funded Opel Plans By Christmas
Automotive News [sub] reports that GM will rush out its $4.9b restructuring plan for Opel in December, as it seeks to ease...
Automotive News [sub] reports that GM will rush out its $4.9b restructuring plan for Opel in December, as it seeks to ease...
jmraab posted a blog entry
GM: US Taxpayer-Funded Opel Plans By Christmas
Automotive News [sub] reports that GM will rush out its $4.9b restructuring plan for Opel in December, as it seeks to ease...
Automotive News [sub] reports that GM will rush out its $4.9b restructuring plan for Opel in December, as it seeks to ease...
knightofdawn posted a blog entry
Curbside Classic: GM’s Deadly Sin #4 – 1983 Chevy S-10 Blazer
This Curbside Classic took the same trajectory as the Blazer. It started as a legitimate nod of acknowledgment to the S-10...
This Curbside Classic took the same trajectory as the Blazer. It started as a legitimate nod of acknowledgment to the S-10...
knightofdawn posted a blog entry
Whats Wrong With This Picture: Compact Co-Branding Rolls On Edition
Autocar confirms that BMW has green-lighted a “MINI by Rolls-Royce,” featuring a “totally individual,...
Autocar confirms that BMW has green-lighted a “MINI by Rolls-Royce,” featuring a “totally individual,...
knightofdawn posted a blog entry
Remember The Aztek!
When Pontiac’s infamously retina-searing Aztek pops up in popular auto industry analysis, it’s usually as little...
When Pontiac’s infamously retina-searing Aztek pops up in popular auto industry analysis, it’s usually as little...
Mike posted a blog entry
AdWatch: MINI Cooper Convertible Spot Touts Protection
Let's face it: MINIs have a lot of curb appeal, but the company's advertising campaigns frequently come up short. A new spot...
Let's face it: MINIs have a lot of curb appeal, but the company's advertising campaigns frequently come up short. A new spot...
whitesell posted a blog entry
Ward's Automotive Reports - November 16, 2009
Ford to Top GM in Output for First Time Since 1920s Ford Motor Co. will out-produce General Motors Co. to become the No. 1...
Ford to Top GM in Output for First Time Since 1920s Ford Motor Co. will out-produce General Motors Co. to become the No. 1...
Mike posted a blog entry
BMW: Automotive Partner Of 2012 Olympic/Paralympic Games
BMW has been given a fairly impressive international branding opportunity: the company was just announced as the automotive...
BMW has been given a fairly impressive international branding opportunity: the company was just announced as the automotive...
Mike posted a blog entry
Videogame Designers Love The Tesla Roadster’s Quiet Ride
Tesla and its Roadster are a product of DIY ingenuity -- a perfect example of what can happen when a bunch of people come...
Tesla and its Roadster are a product of DIY ingenuity -- a perfect example of what can happen when a bunch of people come...
Mike posted a blog entry
Chrysler Changing Corporate Culture To Boost Quality
No matter how you feel about Senator McCain's statements from earlier this week , there's no denying that Chrysler has a lot...
No matter how you feel about Senator McCain's statements from earlier this week , there's no denying that Chrysler has a lot...
Kenny posted a blog entry
Blog: Videos for Ford’s 2011 Super Duty pickup
Ford has recently come out with a brilliant web site full of great video touting the virtues of the 2011 Super Duty pickup...
Ford has recently come out with a brilliant web site full of great video touting the virtues of the 2011 Super Duty pickup...
Kenny posted a blog entry
Honda sets Canadian pricing on 2010 Crosstour
Honda's new Crosstour will be in dealerships starting Nov. 24 with a starting price of $34,900 for EX-L model in two-wheel...
Honda's new Crosstour will be in dealerships starting Nov. 24 with a starting price of $34,900 for EX-L model in two-wheel...
Kenny posted a blog entry
Honda sets Canadian pricing on 2010 Crosstour
Honda's new Crosstour will be in dealerships starting Nov. 24 with a starting price of $34,900 for EX-L model in two-wheel...
Honda's new Crosstour will be in dealerships starting Nov. 24 with a starting price of $34,900 for EX-L model in two-wheel...
Kenny posted a blog entry
Hybrids charge the lithium market
The longstanding American fascination with the classic boat-like, gas-guzzling Cadillac may take a hit as General Motors...
The longstanding American fascination with the classic boat-like, gas-guzzling Cadillac may take a hit as General Motors...
Kenny posted a blog entry
Drunk driving decision makes convictions easier
Thousands of people with outstanding impaired-driving chargesin Ontario may face a greater chance of being convicted as a...
Thousands of people with outstanding impaired-driving chargesin Ontario may face a greater chance of being convicted as a...
Kenny posted a blog entry
Blog: Super videos for Ford’s 2011 Super Duty pickup
Ford has recently come out with a brilliant web site full of great video touting the virtues of the 2011 Super Duty pickup...
Ford has recently come out with a brilliant web site full of great video touting the virtues of the 2011 Super Duty pickup...
knightofdawn posted a blog entry
China To Develop Networked Car
China has barely received wireless 3G service (a little later than the US, much later than Europe and Japan.) China has three...
China has barely received wireless 3G service (a little later than the US, much later than Europe and Japan.) China has three...
jmraab posted a blog entry
The Street’s Already Abuzz About 2011 Hyundai Sonata
Think of four words you might use to describe a Hyundai Sonata.
Think of four words you might use to describe a Hyundai Sonata.
jmraab posted a blog entry
Quote Of The Day: Toyoda and The Splendid Flavor
Cars are not a mere means of mobility. They respond to the driver’s will; they turn, speed up, slow down. Naturally,...
Cars are not a mere means of mobility. They respond to the driver’s will; they turn, speed up, slow down. Naturally,...
jmraab posted a blog entry
What’s Wrong With This Picture: Mahindra MIA Edition
Autoblog ran this picture purporting to show the locations of future dealers of Mahindra and Mahindra pickup trucks. This...
Autoblog ran this picture purporting to show the locations of future dealers of Mahindra and Mahindra pickup trucks. This...
charlnorman posted a blog entry
Lexus IS250C Specs, Features & Prices For South Africa
The new Lexus IS250C is the second coupe-convertible that the brand has added to their stylish range of luxury vehicles. Shares...
The new Lexus IS250C is the second coupe-convertible that the brand has added to their stylish range of luxury vehicles. Shares...
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CarBlog | The automotive news blog by the Zoopedup members.
| Topics: Automotive..., convertible, Coupe, coupe-conv...Mike posted a blog entry
Toyota Floor Mat Safety Recall: My Prius Goes On Notice
You're well aware that Toyota is recalling the 2004-2009 Prius--among a list of vehicles--for an issue with floor mats. Here...
You're well aware that Toyota is recalling the 2004-2009 Prius--among a list of vehicles--for an issue with floor mats. Here...
Mike posted a blog entry
Video: Jay Leno Goes Cheek-To-Cheek With The Tango EV
With a price tag north of $100,000 and a production run of just 11 units, Commuter Cars' Tango EV isn't likely to become a...
With a price tag north of $100,000 and a production run of just 11 units, Commuter Cars' Tango EV isn't likely to become a...
Mike posted a blog entry
AdWatch: Alfa Romeo MiTo Video Is Simple, Clever, Jeans-Free
Last time we heard from Alfa Romeo , we wondered what new drugs had found their way to Europe. (Seriously, that genes/jeans...
Last time we heard from Alfa Romeo , we wondered what new drugs had found their way to Europe. (Seriously, that genes/jeans...
Mike posted a blog entry
Ford’s Big Day: Fusion Gets Top Marks, Company Stock Soars
A year ago, many people were predicting the end of Detroit. In light of the financial sector's collapse and the subsequent Big...
A year ago, many people were predicting the end of Detroit. In light of the financial sector's collapse and the subsequent Big...
Kenny posted a blog entry
Blog: Nissan GT-R trumps old Porsche 911 in short film
This is a fun video that looks a lot like an ad for Nissan's GT-R, but is actually credited to be the work of Dylan Osborn,...
This is a fun video that looks a lot like an ad for Nissan's GT-R, but is actually credited to be the work of Dylan Osborn,...
Kenny posted a blog entry
Fiat bets on ‘ugly duckling’ mini minivan for Chrysler
It may not be pretty, but the Fiat Doblo compact minivan isthe kind of vehicle that could generate the buzz needed to draw...
It may not be pretty, but the Fiat Doblo compact minivan isthe kind of vehicle that could generate the buzz needed to draw...
Mike posted a blog entry
Preview: 2011 Mazda2
• What is it?: The 2011 Ford Fiesta's Mazda sibling • The basics: Funky styling, and “zoom zoom”...
• What is it?: The 2011 Ford Fiesta's Mazda sibling • The basics: Funky styling, and “zoom zoom”...
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