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Toyota promises to improve Camry interior (Photos)

Michael Sheena, Autos Examiner — Mon, 20 Jun 2011 17:42:24 +0000

Lately Toyota has been refreshing its products with sadly disappointing interiors. In the eyes of repeat customers, such as Sienna buyers, the latest models are sporting harder, cheaper plastics. Making this more apparent is the recent boost in...

Ford's C-Max loses some of its 'Max'

Michael Sheena, Autos Examiner — Thu, 09 Jun 2011 21:08:03 +0000

Sliding doors wasn’t just a great Gwyneth Paltrow movie, it is also a great way to access the rear quarters of your family hauler. Whether it is a tight parking space, having your arms full...

BMW executive regrets 5-Series wagon decision

Michael Sheena, Autos Examiner — Sat, 21 May 2011 23:59:09 +0000

BMW North America CEO Jim O'Donnell recently told trade publication Automotive News that he regrets having pulled the 5-Series station wagon from his U.S. lineup. BMW had theorized that its wagon buyers would flock to...

Chevrolet's 2013 Malibu: Exciting official pictures arrive (Photos)

Michael Sheena, Autos Examiner — Thu, 14 Apr 2011 05:41:19 +0000

Chevrolet is showing off the new Malibu in China in just a few more days and the first pictures that clearly show the new car have just arrived.Looking a little more chunky and robust, General Motors hopes that the...

Ford celebrates the Fiesta: A child of the '70s

Michael Sheena, Autos Examiner — Thu, 14 Apr 2011 04:06:03 +0000

Throughout this year, Ford of Britain is celebrating its centenary by releasing weekly photos that look back at the company's history. For me, these photos are like the U.K. television show Life on Mars where a...

Lexus HS going the way of the dodo? (Photos)

Michael Sheena, Autos Examiner — Tue, 05 Apr 2011 16:41:25 +0000

The month of March brings some interesting revelations in terms of hybrid sales at the Lexus division. The first Lexus model offered as a hybrid only affair was the HS 250h, a rather frumpy looking sedan that seemingly failed...

2011 Chevrolet Camaro convertible review (Photos)

Michael Sheena, Autos Examiner — Wed, 26 Jan 2011 20:22:39 +0000

Automotive heaven can probably be defined in many ways, but I have to think that driving in the all-new 2011 Chevrolet Camaro SS convertible with its top down on a winding San Diego back road with Tom Peters, the...

Prius V arrives. Blue energy anyone? (Photos)

Michael Sheena, Autos Examiner — Mon, 10 Jan 2011 19:11:12 +0000

Today Toyota revealed the next evolution in its Prius family, one of them being the pumped up Prius v which squares off its rear hatch to offer more cargo space.Be sure to examine the Prius v slideshow and Prius...

Volunteer Volkswagen: All-new Passat revealed (Photos)

Michael Sheena, Autos Examiner — Mon, 10 Jan 2011 02:53:09 +0000

Long known as the new midsized sedan (NMS), tonight Volkswagen of America has revealed the NMS as the all-new Passat.Be sure to check out the associated slideshow and Volkswagen provided video of the all-new Passat. For...

Honda Element dies. Does it make a sound? (Photos)

Michael Sheena, Autos Examiner — Fri, 03 Dec 2010 19:53:42 +0000

Honda announced today its intention to make 2011 the last model year for its boxy Element crossover.While beloved by its owners, the sales for the Element have trailed off rapidly over the years. During its finest hour in...

Buick Verano equipment levels leaked dealer survey (Photos)

Michael Sheena, Autos Examiner — Thu, 02 Dec 2010 20:23:53 +0000

Buick dealers will soon be offering a small sedan, based of the same platform as the Chevrolet Cruze. The 2012 Buick model, the Chinese edition is previewed in this linked post (and pictured to the right of this article...

'Wolff' in Lincoln clothing? Ford's luxury brand poaches stylist (Photos)

Michael Sheena, Autos Examiner — Wed, 01 Dec 2010 22:05:09 +0000

Ford Motor Company announced today that native Australian and design director for Cadillac exteriors since 2007, Max Wolff, has been tapped to become Lincoln's design director.There is little argument amongst most industry watchers that in the...

Twenty two seat adjustments has you befuddled? There is an app for that!

Michael Sheena, Autos Examiner — Thu, 18 Nov 2010 18:08:04 +0000

Automotive supplier Faurecia debuted a new seat technology called SmartFit at the Los Angeles Auto show and today I had a chance to talk with them about their latest concept.In today’s luxury cars, seats can perform a...

Hot Range Rover Evoque production photos and info (Photos)

Michael Sheena, Autos Examiner — Wed, 22 Sep 2010 08:17:31 +0000

Land Rover has just released pictures and information for its Range Rover Evoque and unlike the sneak peak we were provided earlier this time we get a look at the interior. When we first saw the LRX concept, one of...

2011 Hyundai Elantra is Alabama bound

Michael Sheena, Autos Examiner — Mon, 20 Sep 2010 21:13:18 +0000

Word from Hyundai Motor America today is that the company will build the all-new 2011 Elantra in Alabama.The current model Elantra is made in South Korea, however, with its recent push to move more production Stateside, Hyundai is...

2012 Ford Focus debuts new airbag technology (Photos)

Michael Sheena, Autos Examiner — Thu, 16 Sep 2010 06:19:14 +0000

Ford Motor Company has announced today that its all-new 2012 Ford Focus will be the first vehicle to have customized protection in frontal and side crashes.The driver's airbag is designed to reduce chest and rib injuries...

Hyundai builds new headquarters in California: Schwarzenegger approves (Photos)

Michael Sheena, Autos Examiner — Wed, 15 Sep 2010 16:53:00 +0000

Hyundai Motor announced today that it will invest $150 million to build its new North American headquarters in Southern California. Ever since the Korean brand launched its automotive brand in the United States, it has been located in Orange...

2012 Mercedes CLS: New photos of the latest Mercedes stunner (Photos)

Michael Sheena, Autos Examiner — Wed, 15 Sep 2010 16:03:00 +0000

Mercedes released a new cache of photos today of the 2012 Mercedes CLS. This all-new model looks to keep the segment busting four door coupe's styling looking fresh as the CLS rolls into its second generation...

2011 Chrysler Town & Country: We Have Official Photos and Information (Photos)

Michael Sheena, Autos Examiner — Tue, 14 Sep 2010 16:43:00 +0000

Chrysler today has released a cache of photos and information about the 2011 Chrysler Town & Country minivan and we have collected them for your review! The big news here is the vastly improved interior that should be a hit...

Suzuki Swift delayed intro in USA (Photos)

Michael Sheena, Autos Examiner — Sat, 28 Aug 2010 16:03:00 +0000

Small cars continue their assault on the U.S. market with consumers clamoring for hot new models like the Ford Fiesta. One of the more eagerly anticipated models is the return of the Suzuki Swift. The spunky compact...