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GM Opens Most Technologically Advanced Automotive Battery Lab In The United States

Reinforces the New GM's commitment to advanced technology leadership Will accelerate the domestic development of advanced battery technology and lead GM's network of existing battery labs in Honeoye Falls, N.Y.; Warren, Mich.; and Mainz-Kastel, Germany Capable of testing all current battery systems, including lithium-ion, as well as new energy storage technologies such as ultracapacitors for GM's extended-range electric, plug-in, hybrid and fuel cell vehicles WARREN, Mich (June 27, 2009) — General Motors expanded its significant battery research and development capabilities today by opening the largest and most technologically advanced battery lab in the United States on its Technical Center campus here.

Cadillac Launches Two New Vehicles This Summer

DETROIT (May 27, 2009) — Cadillac’s model lineup expands with two dramatically-designed new luxury vehicles that also bring new dimensions of versatility and efficiency to the marketplace. Cadillac announced today that the 2010 SRX Crossover, scheduled to begin production this summer, will be priced aggressively starting at $34,155.

Consumers Select Cadillac As Top Brand In AutoPacific Study

Consumer Survey Rates Cadillac Top Brand; Escalade Tops Luxury SUVs DETROIT (May 19, 2009) — Cadillac was selected as the top brand in overall vehicle satisfaction in a survey of new vehicle buyers released today. AutoPacific’s 2009 Vehicle Satisfaction Awards, generated from the experiences of actual new car and truck owners, named Cadillac as Top Brand for the second consecutive year.

Chevrolet Announces New 2010 Corvette Grand Sport

BOWLING GREEN, Ky (April 24, 2009) — Grand Sport. It’s one of the most storied monikers in Corvette’s illustrious racing heritage. Today, Chevrolet announced it is returning to the lineup in the new, 2010 Corvette Grand Sport model.

GM Statement Regarding Advanced Battery MEGA Announcement

Detroit (April 14, 2009) — General Motors encourages the localization of large-scale lithium ion battery cell research, development and manufacturing as a key element to achieving energy independence. Governor Granholm and the MEDC's actions today are a critical step in positioning Michigan as a battery epicenter in the U.S. and creating a green energy economy.

GM and Segway Join Forces to Reinvent Urban Transportation

Unique solution opens new horizons in personal mobility New York (April 7, 2009) — General Motors Corp. and Segway today demonstrated a new type of vehicle that could change the way we move around in cities. Dubbed Project P.U.M.A. (Personal Urban Mobility and Accessibility), GM and Segway are developing an electrically powered, two-seat prototype vehicle that has only two wheels. It could allow people to travel around cities more quickly, safely, quietly and cleanly - and at a lower total cost. The vehicle also enables design creativity, fashion, fun and social networking.

Buick Tops 2009 Vehicle Dependability Study

Brand Extends Reputation for Long-Term Quality, Craftsmanship for Seventh Straight Year Detroit (March 19, 2009) — Further demonstrating Buick's ongoing commitment to quality, J.D. Power and Associates announced today that Buick tied for the highest ranking in vehicle dependability for three-year old models. The Buick LaCrosse was also ranked first in the midsize car segment, beating the Toyota Camry, while the Buick Lucerne came in second in the large car segment.

Hot Car, Hot Spot: Cadillac CTS Adds WiFi System

Detroit (March 19, 2009) — Cadillac will offer wireless internet access for its best-selling model, adding a new dimension to the passenger experience. Cadillac Wi-Fi by Autonet Mobile comes to the CTS Sport Sedan in April, giving passengers full internet access in and around the car via their laptop or WiFi device.

GM Confirms Engine for Chevy Volt and Cruze Will Be Built in Existing Flint, Mich. Plant

Detroit (February 24, 2009) — General Motors has confirmed today that it will still invest approximately $250 million to bring the 1.4-liter 4-cylinder Family 0 engine production to Flint, Mich. The engine capacity for the Chevy Volt and Cruze will be allocated to existing and available floor space in the company's Flint South engine plant located on Bristol Road.

2010 Cadillac SRX Advance AWD System Delivers High Stability in all Driving Conditions

Detroit (February 24, 2009) — Using cutting-edge technology, the 2010 Cadillac SRX is launching with an advanced all-wheel-drive system (AWD) that delivers best-in-class levels of driver control. The intelligent, active system continuously distributes engine drive torque between the front and rear axles, delivering optimum handling, stability and grip in all driving conditions – from fast corners to slower curves, in dry or wet weather.

GM Statement Regarding High Performance Vehicle Operations

Detroit (February 20, 2009) — Due to a refined focus of work on core products, some resources at General Motors High Performance Vehicle Operations (H.P.V.O.) have been temporarily reassigned.

General Motors Outlines Roadmap for Cities to Plug Into the Chevrolet Volt Electric Vehicle

Plug-in-ready communities key to commercializing electric vehicles Next phase of getting the Volt ready for market will include communities such as Washington, D.C., San Francisco and other early-adopter markets GM and a broad group of utilities working together to establish infrastructure and accelerate the commercialization of plug-in electric vehicles Washington D.C. (February 3, 2009) — General Motors today outlined a comprehensive plan of action to help communities get ready for plug-in electric vehicles such as the upcoming Chevrolet Volt. GM announced details of the plan at the Washington Auto Show.

Opel To Reveal Ampera Electric Car at Geneva Motor Show

R?sselsheim Germany (January 26, 2009) — Opel has announced Ampera as the name of its revolutionary extended-range electric car. The five-door, four-seat Opel Ampera will be revealed at the 2009 Geneva Motor Show (March 5-15).

Injured Kallio will miss US race

Mika Kallio will miss the next round of the MotoGP world championship at Laguna Seca after suffering a nasty hand injury in the Dutch Grand Prix at Assen.

Raikkonen to race in world rally

Kimi Raikkonen is to make a temporary switch from Formula One to the World Rally Championship when it reaches his native Finland next month.

Rossi earns 100th career victory

Valentino Rossi takes a clear lead in the MotoGP world championship standings after his 100th career win at the Dutch MotoGP at Assen.

Nicholls returns to Witches team

Ipswich Witches announce the return of Scott Nicholls, replacing Jarek Hampel who has quit British speedway for the rest of the season.

Crump claims British GP in style

Jason Crump makes history by winning the British Speedway Grand Prix in Cardiff - the 21st GP win of his career.

Simoncelli confirms MotoGP switch

Reigning world 250cc champion Marco Simoncelli will compete in MotoGP with the San Carlo Honda Gresini team in 2010.

Rea clinches first Superbike win

Jonathan Rea celebrates his first win at World Superbike level in Sunday's round in San Marino.

TT sidecar crash 'caused by hare'

A crash that left TT sidecar duo Nick Crowe and Mark Cox seriously injured may have been caused by a hare, their team says.

Peugeot seal Le Mans glory

Peugeot finish first and second in the Le Mans 24-hour race to end Audi's five-year domination of the event.

Plater secures Senior TT victory

England's Steve Plater wins the blue riband Senior TT on his HM Plant Honda in the Isle of Man.

Rider killed in TT race accident

Isle of Man competitor John Crellin dies in an accident at the TT motorbike races.

Hutchinson leads TT championship

West Yorkshire's Ian Hutchinson holds a commanding 15-point lead in the inaugural TT championship points table going into Friday's Senior event.

Steve Parrish's MotoGP column

"I already rated Valentino Rossi as the best rider of all time, even before he won his 100th race"

British Speedway GP in photos

Jason Crump sets the pace at the British Grand Prix

Matt Roberts' MotoGP column

"Some guys were riding for contracts next year at Assen, and it showed"

SA-bound X1: BMW's take on 'smaller is better'

The X1 - due in South Africa in early 2010 - is BMW's first compact SUV - and we have all the details.

US auto sales stabilising, say analysts

US auto sales tumbled 28 percent in June, the narrowest decline in nine months, as Ford stole market share from its rivals.

SA designer making waves worldwide

South African designer Idries Noah aims to "push the boundaries of automotive art and design", and it has certainly paid off for him in a big way.

Road trip ruined? Mend it with Wonder Tape

Whether you're in a car, SUV, truck, boat, or trailer - anywhere there's potential for disaster - this stuff could save the day.

Batteries included: Are eco-friendly cars any good?

Politicians want British drivers to switch over to eco-friendly cars. They're silent and stylish - but are they any good? London correspondent JOHN WALSH puts (electric) pedal to the metal.

Solar Racing Champs Roll Out New Car

Delft University is the Brawn GP of solar-car racing, an outfit so singularly successful that it has won the World Solar Challenge four times in a row. The Dutch team is back with its newest car, Nuna 5, and has its sights set on a fifth title when the checkered flag drops later this year. The [...]

We Drive BMW’s Electric Mini E

WHITE PLAINS, NY — The BMW Mini E is a solid little electric ride that provides a comfortable, effortless driving experience with all of the usual small-car perks, plus an ultra cheap operating cost and a carbon footprint approaching zero. But as a $50,000 two-seater with no head-turning quotient, the pitch for this first cousin [...]

A Lamborghini as Fast as the Man It’s Named For

Lamborghini is releasing what has to be the umpteenth variation of the Gallardo, this one called the LP 550-2 Valentino Balboni. The answer to the first part of your question — why LP 550-2? is easy. The car sports 550 horsepower and two wheel drive. Answering the second part of your question — who the hell [...]

The Fastest Drop-Top Ferrari Just Got Faster

The guys at the German tuning firm Novitec Rosso just couldn’t leave well enough alone. Not content to let Maranello build what is the fastest drop-top Ferrari ever, they took a Scuderia Spider 16M and gave it more power and quicker acceleration. Ferrari built the 16M, a convertible version of the awesome F430 Scuderia, to commemorate [...]

When Your Car Stinks, Your Life Stinks, Too

A Dallas inventor says your smelly car is the reason you’re high-strung, overweight and terrible at your job. Suzy Batiz, the co-creator of bathroom deodorizer Poo-Pourri (”It keeps your dirty little secret”) has unveiled a line of automotive aromatherapy products that promise to “transform your driving routine into a rejuvenating experience with mood-enhancing scent.” Scents described [...]

Motorcyle Green Grand Prix Comin’ to America

Following its amazing success at Isle of Man, the TTxGP motorcycle green grand prix prepares for its debut in the United States with an open call to American “eMoto” entrepreneurs. The invitation to join the tour during the AMA vintage sports events from July 24th to 26th at Mid-Ohio racetrack is to show the public how [...]

Tesla Fires Back In Eberhard Lawsuit

Tesla Motors wants a judge to toss out the lawsuit company founder Martin Eberhard filed against current CEO Elon Musk, calling it a groundless personal attack that attempts to stifle Musk’s right to free speech. It’s the latest round in the fight between Musk and Eberhard over the legacy of the company — and the electric [...]

Grow, Canada: Sustainable Biofuel From the Great White North

In honor of Canada Day we bring you news from just outside the Canadian capital, where a suburban service station has become the first in the world to sell a blend of gasoline and cellulosic ethanol biofuel. As part of a month long trial, drivers who fill up their Nissan X-Trails or Acura CSXs at a [...]

Tesla Explains The Model S

Tesla, the darling motorcar company of the EV set, promises to have the Model S sedan on the road by 2011. So what does the S bring to the table besides more seats and less cost than the Roadster? The brass answer that question in a video explaining the Model S. Tesla makes a big [...]

Corvette-Inspired Hybrid Hits the Road

Four months ago, the LH4 from Lightning Hybrids was nothing but a mound of clay, but now the Colorado company has a running prototype and some video of it on the road. It’s brief, but you can tell from the video the Corvette-inspired, hydraulic hybrid is not your typical hybrid. It sounds like a British sports car [...]

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