Chevrolet claimed the GT Le Mans Manufacturers title in the IMSA WeatherTech SportsCar Championship today after the Corvette C8.R started the Mobil 1 Twelve Hours of Sebring. This is Chevrolet’s 13th Manufacturers title in IMSA GT competition since 2001 and concludes the mid-engine Chevrolet Corvette C8.R’s inaugural season.
Read MoreOFF-ROAD PERFORMANCE EDITION TAKES GMC CANYON AT4 TO NEW HEIGHTS
GMC announced the new 2021 GMC Canyon AT4 Off-Road Performance Edition, which enhances the Canyon AT4 and enables customers to confidently venture into rugged off-road environments, all while maintaining the premium comforts they have come to expect from GMC.
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PLAYING IT SAFE. THERE IS NO OTHER WAY TO LAUNCH SELF-DRIVING CARS
Over the last several decades, Ford and the rest of the auto industry have spent a vast amount of resources developing robust, comprehensive processes to ensure we design and deploy safe vehicles because we care about the safety of our customers.
Read MoreMITSUBISHI MOTORS EXTENDS "SMALL BATCH – BIG IMPACT" PARTNERSHIP WITH NASHVILLE-BASED COMMUNITY RESOURCE CENTER
Nashville is bracing for winter amid the COVID-19 pandemic, with cold temperatures, indoor gatherings and flu season compounding concerns. Today, Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc. (MMNA) announces it will extend its loan of a 2020 Mitsubishi Outlander Plug-In Hybrid Vehicle (PHEV) to the Community Resource Center (CRC) for an additional six months, allowing CRC staff and volunteers the flexibility needed to deliver essential supplies directly to families and nonprofits in need across Middle Tennessee.
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Left: Angela Zepeda- Chief Marketing Officer | Center: Olabisi Boyle-Vice President, Product Planning and Mobility Strategy | Right: Claudia Marquez- CEO of Hyundai Motor Mexico
THREE HYUNDAI EXECUTIVES NAMED TO AUTOMOTIVE NEWS' 100 LEADING WOMEN LIST
Three leaders from Hyundai’s U.S. and Mexico operations have been recognized by Automotive News as among the 100 Leading Women in the North American Auto Industry. Olabisi Boyle, the vice president, Product Planning and Mobility Strategy of Hyundai Motor North America, Claudia Marquez, the CEO of Hyundai Motor Mexico, and Angela Zepeda, the CMO of Hyundai Motor America were selected for their accomplishments and leadership.
Read MoreLeft: Sonia Rief-Vice President, Vehicle Connected Services & Program Management Office | Center: Judy Wheeler-Division Vice President, Nissan Sales & Regional Operations, Nissan U.S. | Right: Allyson Witherspoon, vice president and Chief Marketing Officer, Nissan U.S.,
AUTOMOTIVE NEWS NAMES THREE NISSAN EXECUTIVES TO “100 LEADING WOMEN IN THE NORTH AMERICAN AUTO INDUSTRY”
Automotive News has released its 2020 class of “100 Leading Women in the North American Auto Industry” and has recognized Nissan executives Sonia Rief, Judy Wheeler, and Allyson Witherspoon. Compiled every five years since 2000, the list spotlights female leaders in the automotive field who have significant influence and are major decision-makers within their organization. Honorees were recognized last night during an exclusive, virtual event.
Read MoreNEW 2021 LAND ROVER DISCOVERY
The 2021 Discovery combines an exceptional design evolution with a versatile and intelligently packaged interior which embodies the spirit of family adventure that has characterized the Land Rover brand’s premium family SUV for more than 30 years.
Read MoreHYUNDAI MOTOR GROUP TO LAUNCH NVIDIA DRIVE
Hyundai Motor Group and NVIDIA announced today the roll-out of the NVIDIA DRIVE ‘connected car’ platform across all new models from Hyundai, Kia, and Genesis from 2022 onwards.
The technical cooperation with NVIDIA, the global leader in accelerated computing, will enable Hyundai Motor Group to develop high-performance ‘connected car’ computing systems for its next-generation models. From entry-level to premium vehicles, all future models will feature in-vehicle infotainment (IVI) systems powered by NVIDIA DRIVE as standard. NVIDIA DRIVE includes a hardware and software stack, enabling Hyundai Motor Group’s IVI systems to combine audio, video, navigation, connectivity and artificial intelligence (AI)-based ‘connected car’ services.
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VOLKSWAGEN BREAKS GROUND ON U.S. LAB FOR DEVELOPING, TESTING OF EV BATTERIES
Volkswagen of America today marked the start of construction of its Battery Engineering Lab at its Chattanooga Engineering and Planning Center. The approximately $22 million dollar facility will test and validate electric vehicle cells and battery packs for the North American region.
Read More2021 RAM POWER WAGON 75TH ANNIVERSARY EDITION
Ahead of Nov. 11 Veterans Day observances, Ram is commemorating the 75th anniversary of Power Wagon with a special acknowledgment of Power Wagon’s heritage, which stretches back to World War II. The 2021 Ram Power Wagon 75th Anniversary Edition is loaded with unique features and celebrates the rich history of the most iconic model in the heavy-duty pickup segment.
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POPULAR “CAFFEINE AND OCTANE” TV SHOW RETURNS TO THE NBC SPORTS NETWORK
ATLANTA, Nov. 9, 2020 – Caffeine and Octane, the integrated brand behind North America’s largest monthly car show held at Perimeter Mall in Dunwoody, Ga., announces the return of its internationally-acclaimed “Caffeine and Octane” television show on the NBC Sports Network, marking the start of its fifth season. The first episode will premiere Tuesday, Nov. 10, 2020, at 8 and 11 p.m. EST.
Read MoreASTON MARTIN VANTAGE GT4 EXTENDS BRITISH GT TITLE SUCCESS
Sunday 8 November 2020, Silverstone. Aston Martin’s Vantage GT4 clinched three more titles in the British GT Championship finale at Silverstone, ensuring that the luxury sportscar brand’s entry-level 4-liter V8 customer GT car remains unbeaten in the UK-based series since its debut in 2019.
Read MoreJIMMIE JOHNSON, 7-TIME NASCAR CUP SERIES CHAMPION TO RUN INDYCAR TEST AT LAGUNA SECA
Jimmie Johnson will be testing an IndyCar with Chip Ganassi Racing on Tuesday, November 10, getting some laps under his belt at the Central Coast track before the start of the season on March 7 in St. Petersburg.
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MOPAR UNLEASHES THE NEW 807-HORSEPOWER HELLCRATE REDEYE SUPERCHARGED HEMI® CRATE ENGINE
Mopar is unleashing the most powerful production muscle-car engine ever available to builders and enthusiasts with the launch of its newest crate engine – the 807-horsepower Hellcrate Redeye 6.2-liter Supercharged HEMI® V-8 engine.
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MASERATI COMMEMORATES THE VICTORY OF THE TIPO 300S AT VENEZUELA GP
On November 6, 1955, the Maserati Tipo 300S, with Juan Manuel Fangio at the wheel, was the first to take the chequered flag at the Venezuela GP, marking the start of two years of major successes that boosted the Trident Brand’s reputation at the international level.
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KIMI RÄIKKÖNEN AND ANTONIO GIOVINAZZI TO RACE WITH ALFA ROMEO RACING ORLEN IN 2021
Auburn Hills, Mich. - Kimi Räikkönen and Antonio Giovinazzi have been confirmed as drivers of the Alfa Romeo Racing ORLEN Formula One team for the 2021 season.
The most experienced driver in the history of Formula One (F1), Kimi Räikkönen made his F1 debut in 2001. The 41-year-old Finn, World Champion in 2007, has been an invaluable contributor to the team over the last two seasons.
MOPAR ANNOUNCES NEW DOORS-OFF MIRROR KIT FOR JEEP® WRANGLER AND JEEP GLADIATOR
Auburn Hills, Mich. - Mopar is introducing a new, factory-backed, doors-off mirror kit for Jeep® owners looking to safely enjoy the ultimate open-air driving experience in their Jeep Wrangler or Jeep Gladiator.
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FORD ADVANCING HANDS-FREE DRIVER ASSIST TECHNOLOGY
Coming first to 2021 F-150 and the all-electric Mustang Mach-E as part of available Ford Co-Pilot360™ Technology, Active Drive Assist allows for hands-free driving on prequalified sections of divided highways called Hands-Free Zones that makeup over 100,000 miles of North American roads
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2021 JEEP® GLADIATOR WILLYS DEBUTS WITH UNIQUE CONTENT AND INCREASED CAPABILITY
Auburn Hills, Mich. - The Jeep® brand is introducing a new edition of the 2021 Jeep Gladiator in the form of the Willys models, delivering a new level of personalized content for a distinct appearance that is combined with legendary Jeep 4x4 capability.
Mopar Introduces Jeep® Gladiator Top Dog Concept
Using exclusive Jeep® Performance Parts (JPP) and custom accessories, Mopar designers transformed a 2020 Jeep® Gladiator into a fun concept vehicle for serious mountain bikers.
“Loaded with nearly 20 Jeep Performance Parts, we built this go-anywhere Jeep Gladiator Top Dog Concept for passionate mountain-bike enthusiasts,” said Mark Bosanac, Head of Mopar Service, Parts and Customer Care, FCA – North America. “Across the entire Jeep lineup, we offer more than 500 quality-tested, factory-back parts, and accessories.”
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