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First Look – 2021 Cadillac Escalade
Cadillac last night unveiled the all-new 2021 Escalade in Hollywood, an SUV that is longer than Scorsese’s Irishman, and likely far more profitable. Continue reading
GMC Hummer EV – Its First All-Electric Truck
The spot contrasts the allegedly staggering anticipated performance of GMC’s first all-electric truck with the quietness inherent in the operation of an electric vehicle. Continue reading
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Tagged auto industry commentary, autoinformed.com, GMC Hummer EV, Kenneth Zino, super bowl
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Rivian to Develop Lincoln’s First All-Electric Vehicle
What should become Lincoln’s first fully electric vehicle will join the Aviator and Corsair Grand Touring plug-in hybrid vehicles as Lincoln plays catch up in a segment that is dictated by Chinese, EU and California regulations and dominated by the Germans and Tesla. Lincoln claims the so-called zero-emissions vehicle will have connected and “intuitive” technologies designed to (marketing babble alert) “create an effortless experience for Lincoln clients.” Continue reading
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Tagged auto industry commentary, autoinformed.com, Kenneth Zino, Lincoln EV, Mach E, Rivian
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MAMA Finalists for Family Vehicle of the Year Awards
The choices don’t get any tougher since they reflect the current automotive state of the art as Midwest Automotive Media Association members drove and debated and debunked family vehicle and luxury family vehicles. Continue reading
Genesis Launches Its First SUV – GV80
One interesting technology is an active motion driver’s seat that contains seven air cells: said to reduce fatigue from long hours of driving. Continue reading
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Tagged auto industry commentary, autoinformed.com, GV80, Kenneth Zino, korea
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Shelby GT350, GT350R Heritage Packages on Sale
The 2020 Mustang Shelby GT350 has a starting MSRP of $60,440, plus taxes, title, delivery and license fees; GT350R has a starting MSRP of $73,435, plus taxes, title, delivery and license fees. The Heritage Edition Package is available for $1,965. Continue reading
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Tagged auto industry commentary, autoinformed.com, automotive blog, GT350R, Kenneth Zino, Shelby GT350
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High-Speed Runs Finish McLaren Speedtail’s Development
Build of the first of 106 Speedtails that will be hand-assembled to customer order has now commenced at the McLaren Production Centre in Woking, UK, with deliveries scheduled from February 2020. Continue reading
Toyota to Launch New Model Yaris in Japan in February
It is an important launch for Toyota because the next Yaris is the first model to adopt the TNGA platform (GA-B. Toyota New Global Architecture. Toyota’s company-wide global program to structurally transform automobile design.) The stated goal of TNGA is to “dramatically improve the basic performance and marketability of Toyota vehicles” for compact cars. Continue reading
First Electric Lexus Ever Debuts in China Today
Designed to meet the regulations of China and Europe, the world premier was a reminder – as if automakers need another one – that regulators and emerging green customers have a large say in their designs. Continue reading
2021 Lexus LC 500 Convertible Global Debut in Los Angeles
Making a virtue of mechanical necessity, the trunk that is vertically enlarged, and the spoiler broadened to emphasize the low, wide stance of the car. The center brake light is now integrated into the trunk lid, unlike the coupe where it rests higher on the top of the rear windshield. Continue reading
Porsche Taycan 4S, Macan Turbo, 99X Electric at Los Angeles
The new Taycan 4S, is now the starting point of a range that previously contained Taycan Turbo and Taycan Turbo S. Continue reading
Audi Debuts 2020 E-tron Sportback, all-new RS, S models at Los Angeles Auto Show
Consumers will also be able to see the all-new 2020 RS models including the Audi RS 6 Avant, RS 7 and highlighted by the global debut of the high-performance SUV, the Audi RS Q8. Continue reading
All-Electric Ford Mustang Mach-E ‘SUV’ Debuts in 2020
Depending on your point of view, it’s either the corruption of the Mustang brand name or a creative use of it. Continue reading
Oscar Winner Regina King in New Cadillac ‘Make Your Way’ Ad
“Cadillac has always represented success…there’s a swagger, a sexiness, to the vehicles. There’s also a realness and a sense of ambition that I identify with. Through sheer perseverance, I’ve found my way through doors some never thought possible. There’s a real connection for me with Cadillac, and that is why I wanted to get involved,” said paid pitch-woman King. Continue reading →