Tweet TweetThe new Alfa Romeo 4C marks 2 very important steps the Italian car maker is making, in hopes for a world wide revitalization. First off, a bit of old news, the 4C model is something many fans see as a true Alfa Romeo, sort of a return to the roots (arguably). The second news relates to the return of the brand on the new continent with the new model. The Alfa Romeo is one of those brands that sell not just a machine, but a vehicle with real soul. Apparently that was lost on the North American market, it seems, and only now does the car maker move back into that market. 86 dealerships are announced for North America, with most of them concentrated in the States, with a particular density in California, Florida and Texas. Canada will get just 4 dealership, and these are placed in Vancouver, LaSalle, Vaughan and Boischatel. And while it is clear the Alfa Romeo 4C will be a center piece in these dealerships, the manufacturer also promises one Launch Edition 4C for each of the 86 … [Read more...] about Alfa Romeo says they will have 86 dealerships for the North America market
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Volkswagen’s Tiguan could be built in North America
Tweet TweetEconomy, economy, economy. It’s not coming forward and it is not going away either so we may as well have to deal with it. The folks at Volkswagen certainly have managed to do so, in fact, many would say they’ve been teaching the lesson on economy for the auto industry for years now. On what is their latest of lessons of the matter, the Germans are interested in moving production facilities of the VW Tiguan to a new location, one a continent away. Because of recent problems that may have been related to what is going on in this economy, Volkswagen stands to lose a substantial amount of money every time the exchange rates change. If production of the Volkswagen Tiguan were to shifted to North America there’s a lot of things to consider, including the effect it would have on the Wolfsburg plant. Some jobs in Germany would be lost, perhaps even some image issues would come up, but most of all there are some actual costs of remodeling, retooling and stopping … [Read more...] about Volkswagen’s Tiguan could be built in North America
3.5 lakh Ford SUVs and pickup trucks recalled in North America
Ford has recalled nearly 3.5 lakh SUVs and pick-up trucks that were sold in the North American region. The recall has been done owing to the automatic transmission gear shift cable locking clip not seated properly in some of the models. The vehicles that have been recalled include the 2018 Ford F-150 pickup trucks and the 2018 Ford Expedition SUVs with 10-speed automatic transmissions. Additionally, the 2018 F-650 and F-750 trucks with 6-speed automatic transmissions are also a part of this recall. On the affected models where the clip is not seated properly, eventually resulting in a dislodge will not give the right information on the particular gear engaged to the driver. This might result in a scenario where the driver has parked the vehicle and stepped outside. But due to a false engagement, the vehicle might dangerously roll away. Ford has already reported of one incident due to this fault that involves an accident and injury for the same. Out of the 347,425 vehicles sold in North … [Read more...] about 3.5 lakh Ford SUVs and pickup trucks recalled in North America
Porsche Cars North America Sales By Model: March 2018
4/5/2018 7:54 est Filed to: News By: Bradley Brownell Comment Porsche Cars North America (PCNA) saw another month of year-on-year growth this March with stronger than expected 911 and 718 sales. It seems that people are starting to get into the spring mood, purchasing more cars in March 2018 than Porsche has ever sold in any previous March. This continues the company's trend of record months, and translates to a nearly 10% growth in the first quarter from 2017. The still-relatively-new Panamera (with new model variants) is selling strong, as expected. We did not expect to see a 35% increase in 911 sales or 718 sales up 45%. Perhaps US-based dealerships are finally getting the increase in sports car deliveries that they requested last year. Both Cayenne and Macan sales waned slightly in March compared to last year, but are still the juggernauts of PCNA's lineup. Macan sales, in fact, remain so strong that it exceeds the sales of any two other models. "We are pleased to see such … [Read more...] about Porsche Cars North America Sales By Model: March 2018
Chevy Confirms Cruze Diesel coming to North America
July 25, 2011 by Tom Williams Leave a Comment Chevy has announced that a diesel-powered Cruze will be available in North America-but not until sometime in 2013. No details were given on how much power, torque, or fuel economy we can expect from an oil-burning Cruze. A diesel powered Cruze is currently available in Europe. Seeing as the gas powered Cruze Eco, available here now, gets a stellar 42mpg on the EPA Highway cycle, Chevy must have very high hopes on what a diesel Cruze can attain. Otherwise, why bother? What, you mean no hybrid, you ask? I see three reasons why we’re not going to see a Cruze hybrid in the near future: 1. From the start, Chevy has marketed the Cruze Eco as a conventionally powered car that delivers near-hybrid like fuel economy without the added cost, weight, and concern over battery life. Rolling out a hybrid would be a rolling contradiction. 2. Cost. A diesel engine that bolts right into a Cruze already exists. Which do you think costs less, … [Read more...] about Chevy Confirms Cruze Diesel coming to North America