Category Archives: Car Companies

Brand loyalties: Where do your’s lie?

Although it’s always best to consider all the options when purchasing a product, let’s face it – we all tend to have preferences for certain brands in their respective industries. So my question for you today is this: Where do … Continue reading

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Infiniti makes up for new nomenclature by promising 550+ horsepower flagship sedan

As you might imagine, no one’s particularly happy about Infiniti’s new nomenclature. The fanbase is confused and even outraged, with plenty of angry posts seen on their Facebook page. But Infiniti has reacted with a statement from President Johan de Nysschen, … Continue reading

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Infiniti decides to confuse everyone with new naming strategy

Naming conventions in the automotive industry can get extremely complicated – just ask Porsche. But it looks like Infiniti has decided to join in on the fun as well, by streamlining their naming conventions to just two “series” for the 2014 model … Continue reading

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General Motors’ Mark Reuss mulling more diesels for their North American lineup

It seems that my plea for diesels in North America was very well-timed. Since then, we’ve seen the rollout of several new diesels at the LA Auto Show, and now this – Mark Reuss, President of General Motors North America, … Continue reading

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What is the best car BMW has ever made?

BMW has been receiving some much-deserved scoffing from the enthusiast community in recent years. Just look at the abominations in their lineup today – the 5 Series GT and the X6 for instance. They’ve become obsessed with filling every market … Continue reading

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Last 900 Saabs to be auctioned off by Ally Financial

Ever since Saab went bankrupt again last year, many brand-new cars built by them have remained untouched at various shipping ports. But now, Ally Financial has seized these last 900 cars due to Saab’s inability to pay towards an outstanding … Continue reading

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Dany Bahar reportedly suing Lotus over his dismissal

If your employer were to fire you, I’m sure you’d be pretty bitter. But if reports are to be believed, Dany Bahar is taking bitter to a whole new level by suing Lotus over his recent dismissal.

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Saab soldiers on, now sold to National Electric Vehicle Sweden

The never-ending Saab saga continues once again. This time around, after having gone bankrupt yet again, the brand has been sold to National Electric Vehicle Sweden, a Chinese-Japanese consortium, for an undisclosed price.

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Group Lotus fires CEO Dany Bahar

Group Lotus has officially fired CEO Dany Bahar and appointed Aslam Farikullah as his replacement, effective immediately, after Bahar’s suspension last week.

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General Motors partners with Teijin Limited to put carbon fibre into broad automotive use

Carbon fibre: it’s the holy grail of materials in the world of cars. Being both lighter and stronger than steel, it’s been put to good use in race cars and high-end sports car for several years. However, it’s always come … Continue reading

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