Archive for April, 2008

Ford’s “Black Magic” Edition

Ford “Black Magic” Edition

Ford Europe has released their latest special edition “Black Magic” car. Staying true to its name the car is only available in black (both inside and out). The design team used the brand new Focus Coupe-Cabriolet as their inspiration.

Ford Dealers Get Sneak Peek At F-150 Raptor

Ford F-150

The F-150 Raptor is something that has been in the works for awhile now. We have been wondering when we will be able to get a better look at it or whether or not it would even be making it to the showroom floor. This question was answered when we were given the news that Ford showed it off to their dealers in Las Vegas during the Ford Dealer Show.

Toyota And GM Recall Over 662,000 Cars

2004 Toyota Matrix

Recalls is something that every automaker dreads and prays that they never have to deal with. Unfortunately for GM and Toyota it is time for them to face the music. Together they are both recalling over 662,000 cars that have been sold in the U.S. because of the defective power windows.

BMW Revamps Hydrogen 7 And Removes Gas From The Picture

Hydrogen 7

When BMW first debuted the Hydrogen 7 back in 2006 we were all in awe that it was diversified enough to run on both gasoline and hydrogen. Naturally we were excited about this and knew that it was a wise move on BMW’s part. After all the V12 engine has a 30 gallon tank and the -253° Centigrade liquid hydrogen will hold up for 125 miles. The other tank was designed to hole 19.5 gallons of gasoline – which can last up to 310 miles.

Mercedes-Benz And Aston Martin Partner Up

Mercedes SLK280 Roadster

A few months ago we heard rumors that Mercedes-Benz was trying to find a way to give Aston Martin engines for their new designed cars. This news is finally official and is more detailed that we orginally thought.