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Honda posts record quarterly profit on sales rise

Jul 30, 2010 6:30 am

Tokyo -- Honda's quarterly profit ballooned to a record $3.2 billion and the carmaker raised its full year earnings forecast as sales grew in North America, Japan and the rest of Asia. [more]

Out of MPGs: Auto X Prize Entrants That Didn't Make It

Jul 30, 2010 6:00 am

The Progressive Automotive X Prize competition wrapped up its the third and final round of dynamic knockout testing, trimming the field of 136 vehicles from 111 teams down to just nine entries from seven teams. Here are pictures of the many unlucky entran [more]

Update: Third-Round Knockouts for Auto X Prize Race

Jul 30, 2010 6:00 am

The Progressive Automotive X Prize competition wrapped up its the third and final round of dynamic knockout testing at Michigan International Speedway on Tuesday, July 27, 2010. Increasingly tough on-track efficiency targets trimmed the original field of [more]

AutoblogGreen for 07.30.10

Jul 30, 2010 5:56 am

Video: Elon Musk chats it up on Colbert Report Stephen makes a funny. Plug-In 2010: Drive Oregon chills with Arcimoto Pulse, Barefoot Motors ATV Three wheels, $17,500. Surprise! New York cabbies prefer Crown Vics to hybrids One cabbie said, "I don't like the hybrids... Mechanics... [more]

Ex-Spartans coach George Perles: Michigan 'could surprise' this season

Jul 30, 2010 5:42 am

It made sense that , would praise the MSU program and expect a strong football season. [more]

President Obama to sell good news of auto bailout during today's Detroit tour

Jul 30, 2010 5:14 am

President Barack Obama is going to the heart of the U.S. auto industry to push an important election-year claim: his administration's unpopular auto industry bailout has turned into an economic good-news story. [more]

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Jul 30, 2010 4:37 am

Reggie Jackson's '69 Camaro will cross the block at Mecum's Monterey auction. Baseball Hall-of-Famer and five-time World Series winner Reggie Jackson bought his first car before he could legally drive. [more]

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Jul 30, 2010 4:37 am

Helio Castroneves will meet with IndyCar officials over the controversy at Edmonton. [more]

Visiting Obama deserves credit for saving GM, Chrysler

Jul 30, 2010 2:56 am

With stops at General Motors and Chrysler plants today, President Barack Obama is visiting the evidence of perhaps his greatest triumph to date. [more]

Obama to tout Chrysler, GM repaying aid, adding jobs

Jul 30, 2010 2:21 am

WASHINGTON -- President Barack Obama will tout today the prospects of General Motors and Chrysler adding jobs and repaying much of the aid they received last year during his first visit to Detroit since taking office. [more]

Thread of the Day: What's The Worst Design Feature On Your Vehicle?

Jul 30, 2010 2:07 am

Let's face it: few, if any, vehicles are absolutely, 100-percent perfect. There's always going to be some little niggle, whether it's the dinky cupholders, difficult-to-reach spark plugs, or a side window that mysteriously stops working at the most inopportune moments. What is the worst design... [more]

Police say 4 soldiers killed in landmine attack

Jul 30, 2010 1:32 am

Suspected separatist rebels triggered a land mine explosion Friday that killed at least four paramilitary soldiers and injured 25 others in India's remote northeastern state of Assam, police said. [more]

Our Cars: 2010 Ram 2500 - Hauling Air

Jul 30, 2010 1:07 am

Mileage: 5378Months in fleet: ThreeI've really grown to like this whole "luxury truck" idea that's been developing over the past 5-6 years. Our Ram 2500 happens to be one of the most luxurious vehicles in the fleet, fitted with features like a booming stereo, heated and cooled seats, and... [more]

Nissan profits $1.2B in 1Q

Jul 30, 2010 1:00 am

Nissan Motor Co. swung back to profit in the Japanese first quarter, reporting 106.6 billion yen, or $1.2 billion, in net income compared with a year-ago loss of 16.5 billion yen, or $180 million. [more]

Federal-Mogul profit hits $49M

Jul 30, 2010 1:00 am

Southfield -- Vehicle parts maker Federal-Mogul Corp. reported a $49 million profit for the second quarter Thursday, as the company capitalized on its global restructuring while the auto industry continued to recover from the recession. [more]

Vehicle crash test standards get tougher

Jul 30, 2010 1:00 am

Washington -- The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration said Thursday it has begun crash tests on 2011 car models under its tougher five-star rating program. [more]

Daniel Howes: Obama too early in declaring bailed-out automakers saved

Jul 30, 2010 1:00 am

The biggest risk with declaring victory too soon is not actually knowing how everything will end. [more]

Obama: Auto bailout to be repaid

Jul 30, 2010 1:00 am

Washington -- President Barack Obama said Thursday that taxpayers will be repaid for the $85 billion auto bailout -- at least the money his administration infused -- as he touted the auto industry's turnaround. [more]

Toyota's Avalon, Lexus recalled

Jul 30, 2010 1:00 am

Washington -- Toyota Motor Corp. announced Thursday it is recalling 412,000 Avalon and Lexus vehicles for potential steering problems, bringing its total number of recalled vehicles in the United States to more than 5 million this year. [more]

China approves Volvo sale to Geely

Jul 30, 2010 12:33 am

Geely Holding Group has received final Chinese government approval to acquire Volvo Cars from Ford Motor Co., the Commerce Ministry said Thursday. [more]

Subaru Debuts 2011 WRX Sti-based Rally Cars for X Games

Jul 30, 2010 12:33 am

The Subaru Rally Team is back with three new cars based on the revised 2011 Impreza WRX STI . [more]

2011 10Best Readers' Contest - 10Best Cars

Jul 30, 2010 12:33 am

It's that time againa 'send in your photos and stories for the 2011 10Best issue. [more]

Chevrolet Piloting Dealer Sales App for iPad, iPhone, iPod

Jul 30, 2010 12:07 am

"Getting with the times" means staying up to date, and sometimes implies making use of the latest available technology. General Motors wants its Chevrolet dealers to get with the times by using a new sales app that will be available with the Apple iPad, iPhone, and iPod touch.The app currently... [more]

Penske's fleet sales surge

Jul 29, 2010 11:55 pm

While auto sales have rebounded since last year's downturn, that surge is being driven by fleet sales to rental companies and other businesses, said Roger Penske, CEO of Penske Automotive Group. [more]

Headlines: Toyota recalling 373,000 Avalons

Jul 29, 2010 11:55 pm

Toyota announced another large recall of autos in the U.S. on Thursday, this time for a steering problem in 373,000 Avalon sedans built for the 2000-04 model years. There have been six reports of the problem in the U.S., with three accidents but no injuries, said Toyota spokesman Brian Lyons. [more]

Report: Toyota dropping 4Runner’s 4-cylinder

Jul 29, 2010 11:29 pm

According to sources within Toyota Motor Company, the 4Runner will see the end of the four-cylinder engine for the 2011 model year. [more]

Ford Windstar Probe Widens Scope After Front Subframe Receives Complaints

Jul 29, 2010 11:07 pm

Back in May, we reported Ford's old Windstar was being scrutinized by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration for possessing possibly defective rear axles. After receiving additional complaints and calls for inquiry, NHTSA regulators have decided to investigate the front subframe as... [more]

Exclusive: Toyota Drops Four-Cylinder 4Runner for 2011

Jul 29, 2010 11:07 pm

According to sources at Toyota, the four-cylinder version of the venerable 4Runner is being discontinued after just one model year. The main reason for the drop is the extremely low take rate, with the V-6 model accounting for well over 90 percent of 4Runner sales.Why such low interest? The... [more]

Toyota recalls Avalon

Jul 29, 2010 11:00 pm

LOS ANGELES -- Toyota Motor Corp. announced another large recall of autos in the United States on Thursday, this time for a steering problem in 373,000 Avalon sedans built for the 2000-2004 model years. [more]

Determined in the Dirt: Subaru Unleashes 2011 WRX STI Rally Cars for X Games

Jul 29, 2010 10:07 pm

Seeing as Subaru tinkered with its roadgoing Impreza WRX STI for the 2011 model year, we're not too surprised to see it's revised the racing version. In fact, the rally-ready 2011 WRX STI cars were recently unveiled this morning, just ahead of their competition debut at the X Games SuperRally in... [more]

Popular Porsche: 25,000th Panamera Rolls Off Assembly Line

Jul 29, 2010 9:07 pm

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Just short of being on the market for a year, the Porsche Panamera marked a milestone when the 25,000th example rolled off its Ingolstadt, Germany assembly line this week.Rolling off the line in Ingolstadt, Germany, the milestone model was a Ruby Red base Panamera. Featuring a 3.6-liter V6 that... [more]

Alvarez dealership in Riverside Auto Center adds electric ZAP vehicles

Jul 29, 2010 8:23 pm

ZAP dealership at Riverside Auto Center: Click below to watch video report: Chevrolet Volt expected soon too.. [more]

Report: 2010 Mercedes S-Class, Audi, VW Are Tops In Desirability

Jul 29, 2010 8:11 pm

For the fifth time in the last six years, the Mercedes-Benz S-Class was named the most desirable model in the entire industry. That's according to the annual Total Quality Index (TQI) report compiled by the market-research firm Strategic Vision. The 2010 Volkswagen Golf, GTI, and Tiguan are all... [more]

MTM Details Tuner Updates For Audi RS 5

Jul 29, 2010 8:07 pm

The Audi RS 5 hasn't been confirmed for the United States but the latest four-ringed two-door has already received a bevy of modifications courtesy of German tuner MTM.Long recognized for its exploits within the Volkswagen enthusiast crowd, MTM's new products for the RS 5 include a... [more]

Spy Video: Nissan GT-R SpecM gets rung out at the 'Ring

Jul 29, 2010 7:58 pm

Filed under: Spy Photos, Coupe, Europe, Japan, Nissan Nissan GT-R SpecM - Click above to watch video after the jump Just when we thought the softer-riding Nissan GT-R SpecM had disappeared for good, the car shows up at the Nurburgring for a little abuse. The crew from Auto Motor und Sport... [more]

Spy Video: Nissan GT-R SpecM gets wrung out at the 'Ring

Jul 29, 2010 7:58 pm

Ford Canada to lay off almost 500 workers

Jul 29, 2010 7:50 pm

The Canadian Autoworkers Union says Ford Canada is laying off 489 employees at its engine plant in Windsor, Ontario. [more]

Lithia to pass on Fiat stores

Jul 29, 2010 7:49 pm

Lithia derives almost 30 percent of its sales from Chrysler Group brands but doesn't plan to seek much Fiat business as the Italian automaker prepares to reenter the U.S.market. [more]

Video: Elon Musk chats it up on The Colbert Report

Jul 29, 2010 7:26 pm

Filed under: Videos, Celebrities, Humor, Tesla, Electric Elon Musk on The Colbert Report - Click above to watch the video after the jump Elon Musk apparently has a sense of humor. Proof of which can be found in the video after the break, where you'll see the co-founder of Paypal, Tesla Motors... [more]

Daily U-Turn: What you missed on 7.29.10

Jul 29, 2010 7:20 pm

Review: 2010 Honda Civic Si HFP not fast, is curious In a world where sport compacts are mainly turbocharged hatchbacks, can the Civic Si still hold its own? Regrets, I've Had a Few: Jonny Lieberman bids farewell to Autoblog Before Lieberman leaves for an editorship at Motor Trend, he... [more]

Obama promises payback for taxpayers

Jul 29, 2010 7:16 pm

While addressing dropping poll numbers by visiting the daytime talk show, "The View," Obama promised taxpayers that they will be fully repaid from the auto bailouts. [more]

Ford Fiesta, Chevrolet Cruze Among First to Undergo Stricter NHTSA Crash Testing

Jul 29, 2010 7:07 pm

The first 55 cars, trucks, vans, and SUVs to be tested by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration under its more difficult standards have been announced.The 2011 BMW 5 Series, Ford Fiesta, and refreshed Honda Accord are just a few of the cars subject to the new testing. The new Honda... [more]

L.A. Auto Show to debut more than 20 vehicles

Jul 29, 2010 7:04 pm

More than 20 vehicles will make their global debut, including the all-new Nissan Quest minivan, and a similar number will make their North American premiere at the Los Angeles Auto Show later this year, the show's organizers said Thursday. [more]

Ferrari trots out past and future at Nürburgring

Jul 29, 2010 6:58 pm

Filed under: Motorsports, Performance, Ferrari, Racing Retired Ferrari F1 cars take to the Nurburgring - Click above for high-res image gallery If you're lucky wealthy enough to own one of Ferrari's retired works Formula One machines, the automaker's F1 Client department takes care of... [more]

Sounds About Right: San Francisco spending $25M to determine how much parking should cost

Jul 29, 2010 6:32 pm

Filed under: Government/Legal If you reside or frequent a large metropolitan area, you're probably all too aware of the cost to park your vehicle. In cities like New York or Chicago, you can pay upwards of $30 or more for a full day of parking. To make matters worse, even with astronomical costs... [more]

At 80, You Will Want To Live Like Stirling Moss [Car Porn]

Jul 29, 2010 6:28 pm

His elevator may be wonky , but Sir Stirling is definitely living the life. After all, what '50s racing hero gets this kind of attention while sitting in his ex-teammate's Maserati? This photo of Moss in the Maserati 250F was taken at Donington Park in 2006 and this is what the photographer had... [more]

Done Deal: Geely Could Officially Own Volvo by Early August

Jul 29, 2010 6:07 pm

Just four months after signing an agreement to buy Volvo from Ford, Chinese manufacturer Geely is nearly ready to seal the deal. Pending final regulatory approval, Geely could own Volvo as soon as the first week in August.Geely is buying Volvo for $1.8 billion, with the hope of a two-month... [more]

Man spends nearly $200,000 to win right to park truck in his own driveway [w/video]

Jul 29, 2010 6:02 pm

Filed under: Truck, Etc., Government/Legal, Videos, Work, Ford Man pays nearly $200,000 to park truck in his own drive - click above to watch the video Beware of the home owner's association. Considered this country's most basic, ruthless unit of government, HOAs are typically organized and... [more]

VW self-censors to appease pressure groups [Op-ed]

Jul 29, 2010 6:01 pm

Fearing legal and public backlash thanks to a select group of terrified viewers, Volkswagen has pulled its "Shoot the gap!" ad. [more]

Today at High Gear Media: Sonata Hybrid, Tesla and A Melted Italia

Jul 29, 2010 5:54 pm

Just when you think you've seen enough green, High Gear Media is rounding out the week with more coverage of hybrids and electric cars today. Batting lead: the 2011 Hyundai Sonata Hybrid, which turns in Fusion-like fuel economy and has big tax credits in its arsenal--and sports a comely new front... [more]

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