You may remember that Volkswagen introduced the CrossBlue Concept in Detroit this past January. This time at Auto Shanghai 2013, the German automaker unveiled a coupe variant that hints at a possible BMW X6 competitor. The five-passenger Volkswagen CrossBlue Coupe Concept offers both sporty driving dynamics and high fuel economy. It combines a 299-
Sports Car Buying Intro
So, you've decided that this will be the year you get into a shiny new sports car. Good call! This will be one of the biggest investments you'll make in your lifetime, but thankfully automakers the world over have developed a comprehensive array of unique models and technologies that fit virtually any need, lifestyle, personality or budget. From af
2014 Mazda6 GS Review
Mazda's all-out attack on excessive fuel consumption (known as SKYACTIV) via technologies and engineering efforts culminate in the 2014 Mazda6 sedan. Stand-out styling inside and out, as well as the best real-life mileage I'd achieved in a comparable sedan all year boosted my opinion of the 2013 Mazda6 GS. SKYACTIV explained It might sound like som
Philippines March 2013: Market at record levels
Toyota Vios in Manila, Philippines April 2013 * See the Top 20 best-selling brands by clicking on the title! Many thanks to Myk * Still only brands data for now for the Philippines, hopefully I will be able to share models data again shortly for this country. And as detailed in my special Manila Auto Show Report, the Pinoy car market is on fire thi
Europe March 2013: Nissan Qashqai and BMW 3 Series strike again
Nissan Qashqai * See the Top 10 best-selling models and brands by clicking on the title! * No sign of recovery for new car sales in Europe, down 10{a67b19a8e4041d6038457dec885576a947415db4780439943e8d1e22adc8777d} year-on-year both in March to 1,354,083 registrations and year-to-date at 3,107,087 units. This month while the UK resists again at +6{a
TomTom dives deeper into the GPS sport watch business
(Credit: TomTom) This may not be TomTom's first foray into the GPS sport watch business (that distinction came with the ;Nike+ SportWatch), but the announcement of the TomTom Runner and Multi-Sport are proof that the GPS hardware provider is getting serious about the fitness tech segment. The Runner and Multi-Sport are based on identical core hard
Cars.com Family Reviews the 2013 Mazda CX-9
A three-row crossover, the 2013 Mazda CX-9 successfully manages to handle seven passengers without feeling bulky or looking matronly, says Cars.com Family reviewer Courtney Messenbaugh. This crossover is agile and its 3.7-liter V-6 engine easily handles highway on-ramps. Courtney says the third row isn't the most comfortable, but anyone can sit ba
The Mercedes-Benz Concept GLA unveiled
Don’t let the laser headlights or crazy interior bobbles distract you. The Concept GLA is a deadly-serious preview of their small-crossover segment fighter.
Ford Introduces 'Video Snacks' to Ford Owners to Help Them Learn New Features
Does complex in-car technology make your head spin? Ford Motor Company thinks they have found a way for you to master the features in their vehicles. More than 100 short how-to videos, called “video snacks,” are supposed to help Ford owners become more familiar with the features their new car offers. According to a Ford press release,
Brazil mid-April 2013: Hyundai HB20 and VW Voyage shine
VW Voyage * See the Top 50 best-selling models by clicking on the title! Thanks to Mamy Furax * After a one month hiatus, thanks to the tip of a French fan of BSCB Mamy Furax, the Brazilian mid-month summaries can now resume! Over the first half of April, Brazil new car sales are up a booming 20{a67b19a8e4041d6038457dec885576a947415db4780439943e8d1
Malaysia March 2013: Market back up 8{a67b19a8e4041d6038457dec885576a947415db4780439943e8d1e22adc8777d}
* See the Full article by clicking on the title! * Still no detailed data by brand or models available for Malaysia, only the total sales figure for the month of March. After dropping by 18{a67b19a8e4041d6038457dec885576a947415db4780439943e8d1e22adc8777d} in February, Malaysian new car sales are back up 8{a67b19a8e4041d6038457dec885576a947415db478
Driving Tips: Six Signs of a Really Bad Driver
Have you ever looked at the driver next to you and said that he or she is a bad driver? Discover the six signs of a really bad driver, and here’s hoping that you aren’t one of them! Smoking in your car doesn’t really indicate that you are a bad driver. Neither is someone who keeps cursing at people, but drives perfectly well. Those are
Flat Rock Assembly Plant Has Built One Million Ford Mustangs
There’s reason for celebration in Dearborn today as The Ford Motor Company is rolling the one-millionth Mustang off the floors of its Flat Rock Assembly Plant in Flat Rock, MI. The lucky millionth is a bright red 2014 Mustang convertible that drove off the assembly line to expected fan fare this morning. Flat Rock's One-Millionth Ford Mus