The economy is down, and the auto industry is feeling it big time. At home, Chrysler/Jeep/Dodge is feeling this more then just about anyone else. To bring in dealer traffic, they have started a new program: Chrysler Employee Pricing Plus Plus; what is this you ask? Find out more, after the jump.
Mazda has just announced that the new Mazda 3 will in fact have start-stop technology in an effort to conserve gasonline and raise the MPG of the Mazda 3. This technology will allegedly go into both the 1.6 liter engine and the 2.0 liter engine. What is start-stop technology? More on it, after the jump
So what do you get when you have everything? Chrome, and lots of it. Chromed cars are a rare but loved visual modification to sports cars. The only problem: police will see you coming a mile away, you blind everyone on the road and you wouldn’t dare park that thing anywhere but your garage. More on this after the jump
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Today was a good day for Chrysler. The announcement broke that Chrysler and Fiat are now partners. This gives Chrysler many benefits, benefits like access to Fiats entire line of cars! More on this after the jump!
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Come backs have never been so sweet. I’m actually excited for Ford this time around with the new line up. The 2010 Taurus looks like it fits in the right place. Away with the boring, bubbley look of the old mid 90’s Taurus. Introducing Fords Taurus, a car you may be proud to own. More on this after the jump.
With the unveiling of the new 370Z, I thought it would be nice to take a few weeks and post about the history and heritage of the Datsun/Nissan Z cars. Time and time again they have amazed and wow’ed crowds with their performance and looks. Driving down the strips or the courses while at the same time driving into the hearts of millions (cliche, yes, but my statement still stands). More on the history of the Z car, after the jump.
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Very saddening news reached my desk today. It shakes me to my core to report the loss of a young child during the Monster Jam event in Tacoma Friday the 16th, 2009. Being a hurricane katrina/rita rescue transporter, I have seen a few things, but this doesn’t even come close. Reportedly, a monster truck called “Natural High” started doing doughnuts during a freestyle when suddenly parts from the drivetrain started coming loose and fly toward the crowd. More on this after the jump.
Well Webriders, more sad news is instore for Chrysler. A few days ago they have announced that they will no longer be offering the PT Cruiser in their lineup in order to cut back on spending. More news on this after the jump.
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We all know of the exciting things Tesla Motors is doing for the Automotive world. Once again they are doing what they do best; showing people motors are the way of the future. Details are sparse on the newest concept; the Tesla Roadster Sport, but they have given a few specs on the vehicle. More on this after the jump.
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With the recently approved government loan given to Chrysler, it appears as though the company’s future is still unsure. Complaints have been reported from Chrysler that the loan given this time around is not as strong or adequate as the loan that was given in 1979.
