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This story is posted by MSN in their auto forum from a U.S. News and World Report story on "Why Are Manual Transmission Disappearing?" Thought it was an interesting piece. I agree with some of what is said but also feel there is a lack of effort on why some might still want a manual or how they can keep the value by being an informed sales person. I will agree that the best anti-theft device is a manual transmission now. Seems the news has more and more stories about the craziness of people breaking in to steal an auto and when it is a manual they end up having to leave. http://www.msn.com/en-us/autos/ownership/why-are-manual-transmissions-disappearing/ar-…
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Toyota Motor Corp (7203.T) and Mazda Motor Corp (7261.T) plan to build a $1.6 billion U.S. assembly plant, the two said on Friday, as part of an alliance that will also see the Japanese automakers jointly develop electric vehicle technologies. The two will take small stakes in each other as part of the tie-up: Toyota, the world's second-largest automaker by vehicle sales last year, will take a 5 percent share of Mazda, extending its dominance in Japan's auto sector. Mazda will take a 0.25 percent share of its larger rival. The plant, something of a surprise at a time of overcapacity in the U.S. market, will be a boost to U.S. President Donald Trump, who campaign…
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In reading the write up at electrek, this got me to thinking about the current state of Li-ion batteries where China controls the world Li-ion supply by owning 75%. As such all major battery production companies produce a heavy amount of their batteries in China and ship across the world. The current 46th administration of the US has committed $400 billion to buying / using US made batteries in a wide range of products, auto's military, etc. and part of this is to spur investment by US tech startups to drive forward aggressively in moving into solid state battery packs that use various minerals that are not controlled by China. To quote the story at the li…
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Camaro Tops Mustang in June Sales Camaro sales are off to a strong start, and the Camaro has taken the crown from the Mustang for the month of June for highest sales of the Muscle trio. Full Story
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NADA Guides Releases Their “Hardest to Find” list William Maley - Editor/Reporter - CheersandGears.com June 10, 2011 NADA Guides just put out their list of the “Hardest to Find” vehicles. NADA did a analysis of dealer inventories and sales data to help them compile their list. They also avoided low production models since their short supply is due to exclusivity. The list of vehicles that are in short supply are the Ford Explorer, Honda Civic, Hyundai Elantra, Hyundai Sonata, Kia Sorento and Toyota Prius. NADA says all of the vehicles had less than a 30 day inventory supply. Automakers consider anything with less than 50 day supply – an estimate of how lo…
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G. David Felt Staff Writer Alternative Energy - CheersandGears.com Year 2013 is half way over and before even I could start sifting through the reports to see what or who was on top for best selling auto's MSN Auto's beat me to it with the top 20 selling auto's based on the first and second quarter sales reports. 1. Ford F-Series Sales through June: 367,486 Percentage change: +22 2. Chevrolet Silverado Sales through June: 242,586 vehicles Percentage change: +24.7 percent 3. Toyota Camry Sales through June: 207,626 vehicles Percentage change: -2.9 percent 4. Honda Accord Sales through June: 186,860 vehicles Percentage change: +20.4 percent 5. Ram 1500 Sales thr…
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Latest Camaro News Forget all of the doom and gloom surrounding Detroit, the economy, and possible bankruptcy. Put that all aside and enjoy some good news. We've got a lot going on with the Camaro, including the official site launch, mpg figures, which includes the V6 getting 29 mph highway, and the start of regular production! So take a breather from all the bad, it's time for some good. Follow the jumps to see it all: Camaro Begins Regular Production Camaro mpg Figures released, V6 gets 29 mpg highway 2010 Chevy Camaro Configurator Website Launched
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https://www.onallcylinders.com/2018/12/21/ubers-self-driving-program-is-back-behind-the-wheel-after-fatal-crash-last-spring/?fbclid=IwAR015BqIXKKQxRVK1g0Zn10OK-9XxAaNzXd2tpf9wJ6v3B1WcsCm0nFTKKQ "Uber’s latest foray into autonomous vehicle testing will be more limited from a standpoint of scope and speed. The car will be held to a speed limit of 25 mph and is restricted to a one-mile loop in Pittsburgh’s Strip District. Additionally, the test vehicles are required to have two drivers (i.e. “mission specialists”) at all times during operation."
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GM POSTS $1.3-B NET INCOME FOR SECOND QUARTER General Motors earned $1.3 billion in the second quarter, mostly in North America, which more than offset a $200-million loss in Europe and smaller profits from the rest of the world. Read the news here.
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An American Tradition Continues: New Presidential Era Begins With a New Cadillac Presidential Limousine With President Elect Barack Obama's Inauguration less than a week away, Cadillac has finally released teh first official photos of the President's thoroughly reworked new ride. Sporting Cadillac's latest front and rear design cues, this heavy duty Cadillac will be equipped with everything the President needs to stay in touch, get around, and be safe. Follow the jump for more photos and official press release. http://www.cheersandgears.com/index.php?showtopic=27722
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_ GM High Performance Division Put Back to Work Disbanded in February 2009, the team responsible for models like the Cobalt SS and HHR SS has once again been reborn, aiming to work their magic on GM's small cars! Hit the jump to read more. GMPD Put Back to Work
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Reviewed: 2011 Cadillac CTS Coupe Baby Got Back! Check out our review the 2011 Cadillac CTS Coupe
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Taking a look at the mid year of 2018, here is the numbers and where they stand for recalls, usually this list is published by Alphabetical numbers, yet I choose to grab it and sort by lowest to highest which I think gives a much better view of who is improving in quality compared to last year. As we stand for this year, we have the bulk numbers as follows: Here are the recalls broken down by brand from lowest to highest. Manufacturer Number of Cars Recalled YTD Same Period Last Year Year over Year % Porsche Cars North America, Inc. 308 91,585 -100% …
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GM Looking at New Ad Agencies for Chevrolet For a long time, politics and personal relationships have kept the Chevy/Campbell-Ewald relationship bound together as if by Crazy Glue; even when the advertising and thinking that produced it was terrible. The agency has been Chevy's agency since 1922. 1922!!!!!!! That was then. Chevy IS General Motors. It used to be that Chevy was just one of eight brands at GM in North America. Going forward, it is one of four. But in fact, it is the whole show. If Chevrolet does not increase market share and improve perception, it's not going to matter what happens at Buick, GMC and Cadillac. Discussion: Chevrolet hunting for a new…
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CTS-V Challenge about to start! Discussion: Bob Lutz's CTS-V Challenge
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. Full Coverage: Toyota Recall Related Threads: Toyota claims to have a fix designed for recalled cars. Poll: Is this the tipping point for Toyta's reputation? Toyota to take pedal recall global General Motors offering incentives to Toyota customers Lawmaker concerned about Toyota Recall Toyota knew of sticky-throttle problem late last year Toyota's President Worried About Company Reputation on Quality U.S.: Toyota was legally required to stop selling models Toyota issues new voluntary recall for sticking accelerator pedals, 2.3 million vehicles affected Report: Toyota continuing to sell recalled vehicles without a fix Can Toyota avoid the Olds…
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High court won't block Chrysler sale Court issues brief, unsigned opinion. Four of nine Justices did not think stay was necessary. Story Link
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Chevrolet to feature production Cruze and Volt at LA Auto Show Chevrolet will also have the hot selling Camaro and Equinox in Los Angeles as well. Expect the Cruze and Volt to start hitting showrooms in 2010. Chevrolet to feature production Cruze and Volt at LA Auto Show
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Reviewed: 2011 Cadillac SRX 3.0 and 2.8 Turbo Read our Full review of the 2011 Cadillac SRX 3.0 and 2.8 Turbo
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GM Kills Zeta and future RWD plans, Camaro and G8 only Zetas to make it to US, Sigma to soldier on. Nothing like some bad news to be announced just when things are looking positive. On the heels of the Detroit Auto Show. GM has announced that Zeta is officially dead, and only the G8 and Camaro will see American shores. Bob Lutz stated that Sigma will have to solider on, blaming the cancellations and halted development on increasingly tough fuel economy standards. He even goes so far as to say traditional RWD companies may have to rethink which wheels power the car to meet fuel economy standards: “And I suspect the same thing is going to start to bite the tradition…
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More Updates from the Opel Drama GM pays back Germany; signals fewer job cuts MUNICH -- General Motors Co. has paid back a loan from Germany and slightly lowered its target for job cuts at struggling European unit Opel. Opel's Bochum plant is safe, GM Europe boss says MUNICH -- Opel's plant in Bochum, Germany, will make future products and continue to play an important role in General Motors' European manufacturing network, GM Europe boss Nick Reilly said today. Spain sees no more than 900 job cuts at Opel plant MADRID (Reuters) -- Spain's industry minister said after meeting with a top General Motors Co. executive that no more jobs would be cut at a GM Opel plant n…
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General Motors still on track for 2010 IPO The Treasury Department says that GM is on track for an Initial Public Offering in 2010, which means the government can start selling off its approximately 60% ownership in GM. Chrysler, on the other hand, is too far away from an IPO to even predict a date. General Motors still on track for 2010 IPO
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. 2010 Dodge Ram Heavy Duty named Motor Trend Truck of the Year Other contenders were the Ford SVT Raptor, Ford Transit Connect and Toyota Work Truck. 2010 Dodge Ram Heavy Duty named Motor Trend Truck of the Year
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. 2011 CTS-V Coupe Reveal! Full coverage and photos of CTS-V Coupe at NAIAS
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. Oldsmoboi is guest co-host from Cheers and Gears on Autobird podcast AB Podcast #29: The Luxury-like Redux episode Discuss the podcast: Autobird Podcast #30 <div><object id="mp3playerlightsmallv3" classid="clsid:d27cdb6e-ae6d-11cf-96b8-444553540000" width="210" height="25" codebase="http://download.macromedia.com/pub/shockwave/cabs/flash/swflash.cab#version=6,0,40,0"><param name="align" value="middle" /><param name="allowScriptAccess" value="sameDomain" /><param name="quality" value="high" /><param name="bgcolor" value="#ffffff" /><param name="wmode" value="transparent" /><param name="src" value="http://…
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GM Sees First Monthly Sales Increase in 21 Months For the first time in 21 months, General Motors is on track to see its first monthly sales increase compared to the same time period a year ago, the company said today. While official results will be announced next week, all signs point to a good month, according to Mike DiGiovanni, GM's executive director of global market and industry analysis. "We're really having a good October," he said. DiGiovanni added that about 95% of the sales for the month are coming from the company's four core U.S. brands — Chevrolet, Buick, GMC and Cadillac. A year ago, those brands comprised about 85% of the company's sales. …
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The Volt: Still not a hybrid... no lie! This morning the automotive press’ inter-tubes went all a flutter over the revelation that the just released Chevrolet Volt has a clutch that can engage the gasoline engine to the generator which could itself be connected to the wheels when the vehicle is running over 70mph and the battery is depleted. This prompted cries of “GM LIED!” and “IT’S JUST A HYBRID!” due to the fact that since near the beginning, GM has been marketing the Volt as an electric vehicle with an onboard range extender and it had no physical connection from engine to wheels. That got me thinking: What exactly is the definition of a hybrid…
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Saw this posted tonight, Marry Barra kills the Rumors, even if FCA comes back with a new offer, it is NOT in the GM shareholders best interest to merge with FCA! http://fortune.com/2015/09/14/mary-barra-fiat-merger/?xid=yahoo_fortune&ref=yfp Guess Sergio needs to go snort some more drugs to think up another hair brain idea on how to save his Mess up company!
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Cheers and Gears Drives: 2010 GMC Terrain SLE-2 With your questions, my full writeup of the 2010 GMC Terrain is now up. Full Review: 2010 GMC Terrain SLE-2
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. GM Confirms they are going to build the fastest wagon ever! 2011 Cadillac CTSv Sport Wagon 2011 Cadillac CTSv Sport Wagon
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The Caprice is Back GM unveils 355 hp Chevy Caprice police car based on zeta. Chevrolet decides to bring the Caprice over from Australia specially outfitted for use by law enforcement. Discuss the new Chevrolet Caprice HERE More photos and video HERE History of Chevrolet police cars HERE
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_ Out-of-Control Toyota Prius Stopped By California Patrol Car The driver of the runaway Toyota Prius, 61-year-old James Sikes called CHP while driving eastbound on Interstate 8 near San Diego around 1:30 PM PST, complaing about a stuck accelerator and being unable to shift the car into neutral. California Highway Patrol responded, putting a patrol car in front of the Prius, eventually stopping the car near La Posta Bridge. This high-profile incident comes on the same day Toyota made a similarly high-profile defense of its cars. Full story after the jump. Story courtesy of Jalopnik.
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Here's the link: http://www.roadandtrack.com/car-shows/frankfurt-auto-show/news/a26699/the-510-hp-alfa-romeo-giulia-qv-is/ Well. For better or worse, life in Sergio's World is rarely boring. Nener mind that Alfa just pounded the snot out of the M4. It also pipped a Lamborghini!
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UPDATE: Cash for Clunkers ends Monday One month and 500k sales later, program dries up If you're planning on cashing in on your clunker, you'd better get to a dealer soon. Exactly one month after it began, the government's CARS program will end Monday at 8 PM. U.S. Transportation Secretary Ray LaHood blames conservative sales estimates for the pushed-up deadline, which was initially to come on Labor Day. Since July 24th, close to a half million sales worth billions in rebates have been recorded. Funding issues, dealers angry over rebate checks and controversy over the trashing of old "clunkers" have regularly made headlines since Cash for Clunkers began. N…
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Koenigsegg Group AB Terminates Agreement For Purchase of Saab DETROIT -- General Motors confirmed today that the proposed sale of its Saab subsidiary to Koenigsegg Group AB was terminated at the discretion of the buyer. Discussion: Koenigsegg Group AB Terminates Agreement For Purchase of Saab
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Toyota Motor Corporation has joined the IONNA network to support their EV auto's is the first part of what has happened with IONNA, but the next is that IONNA broke ground on building their first 10 Covered Stall Fast Charging station that will offer both CCS and NACS along with a place to relax and refuel the body. The 10 stalls will offer charging at up to 400kWs and 800+volt charging service. The location of this first station is APEX North Carolina. Ionna has also finally appointed a CTO for the company, this person is Jackie Slope as CTO of the new venture. View full article
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2011 Chevrolet Silverado 3500 Spied A refreshed Silverado HD has been spotted. Follow the jump to read the full article. http://www.cheersandgears.com/index.php?showtopic=28756
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Just one day left to submit your entry! Win a 1967 Camaro Z/28 1:18 Model! Submit a picture of any year Camaro in an autumn setting and win a 1969 Camaro Z/28 Maisto 1:18 diecast model. Contest open till November 7th, 2009, 11:59pm Here's the deal: Scour the net, search your hard drives, do what you need to do to find a Chevrolet Camaro (any model year) in an autumn like setting. Use the "upload feature" to post directly to the contest thread. You can use ANYONE's photograph, it doesn't have to be your own. The Rules: 1. The contest is open to registered Cheers and Gears members with a valid email address and an account in good standing (not suspended for bad be…
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This Just In: 2011 Cadillac CTS Coupe The 2011 Buick Regal CXL returned to GM yesterday and they kindly dropped of a 2011 Cadillac CTS Coupe for me to review till next Wednesday. Join the Interactive Review thread to ask questions and make comments. Interactive Review: 2011 Cadillac CTS Coupe
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The video at the bottom of this story about the Honda Jet to go into productions in 2016 is a rough assessment about Honda and their product lines. Honda only earned 2.6% profit last year on their product lines especially their autos. It is worth watching as he really rips Honda. http://www.msn.com/en-us/money/companies/faa-approval-near-hondas-business-jet-is-about-to-hit-the-market/ar-AAgaIFl
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GM Announces CEO Succession Process Dan Akerson to Become CEO, Whitacre Remains Chairman DETROIT – General Motors today said that Edward E. Whitacre, Jr. will step down as chief executive officer on September 1, 2010, and as chairman of the board by the end of the year, having successfully led the company's return to profitability after the most turbulent period in its history. Ed Whitacre stepping down as CEO
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GM confirms 2010 Buick LaCrosse will be available with 2.4-liter Ecotech I4 With six-speed transmission, estimates of 20 city/ 30 highway for the 182 horsepower engine. Story Link
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Did you get your vote in for the Camaro contest? You only have till midnight tonight! Vote here: Camaro in Autumn Photohunt voting
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General Motors Vice Chairman of Global Product Development Tom Stephens: "Is there room for the Zeta platform in the U.S." What do you think? Should GM bring Zeta back to the U.S.?
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Coming Crossover Shakeup at GMC Acadia and Terrain both getting downsized We get a scoop on some coming product changes in GMC's lineup. The biggie being that there is no more Acadia on the next generation Lambda platform. More after the jump. Coming Crossover Shakeup at GMC
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This Just In: 2012 Chevrolet Camaro SS - 45th Anniversary Edition 2012 marks 100 years of Chevrolet and 45 years of Camaro. This week's interactive review is the 45th Anniversary Camaro SS. We'll be taking it to the AACA meet in Hershey too, so if you go, be sure to look for us. In the meantime, fire off some questions in the Interactive Review: 2012 Chevrolet Camaro SS - 45th Anniversary Edition
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GM and Penske Agree on Saturn Purchase Penske says he is still interested in selling GM made vehicles including the Aura, Vue and Outlook. Story Link
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101 year old buys new Transformers editon Camaro Oldest 2010 Camaro owner also plans road trip for next summer After owning nearly 40 cars in his lifetime, Virgil Coffman follows the philosophy that if you want something, get it. Discussion: 101 year old buys new Camaro Transformers Edition
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William Maley Editor/Reporter - CheersandGears.com February 17, 2012 Distracted Driving is a topic that’s on everybody's minds, and with good reason. Newer vehicles are packed with more technology; ranging from touchscreen infotainment systems options to voice-controlled applications to smartphone integration. It comes as no surprise that the U.S. DOT Secretary Ray LaHood, the man who is leading the Distracted Driving cause has announced a new set of proposed guidelines for automakers to limit the use of in-car tech solutions that are "not directly relevant to safely operating the vehicle, or cause undue distraction by engaging the driver's eyes or hands for more than…
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Just a little time left to enter to win the 1966 Toronado diecast 1966 Toronado Contest Forum
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The Fresh Face of the 2013 Chevrolet Malibu Just before the unveil in Shanghai and New York, we finally get to see the face of the 2013 Chevrolet Malibu. The full reveal with be broadcast in HD over the web. You'll be able to watch right here on C&G. Follow the jump for more info. Chevrolet Debuts the 2013 Malibu
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The west coast green highway has served millions and the website has been a well used source to ensure all trip planning allowed for proper charging options to those using BEVs to go on a road trip. Level 1 & 2 chargers with the occasional Level 3 fast DC charger has been the norm over the 10 year life for the WCEH. Now Washington and Oregon is moving forward to enhance this by contracting with EVCS who also purchased a series of charging sites in both states and will work with local state and county agencies to upgrade the 50kW DC chargers with CHAdeMO ports used by Nissan leafs to current high speed DC chargers with both CHAdeMO and CCS connectors. T…
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Revolution is never easy on any human population and yet the revolution that IONBLOX has for global humanity is truly evolutionary in both to the air and land movement of humans. Who is IONBLOX? Founded in 2017, IONBLOX (Formerly known as Zenlabs Energy) is a next-generation energy company transforming the future of mobility be it by land or air. Ionblox’s proprietary pre-lithiated silicon oxide anode distinguishes itself by simultaneously delivering multiple performance attributes – fast charging, high energy, high power, and long life at low cost – pushing the limits of traditional battery storage technology and unlocking the viability of widespread e…
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Dec. 17, 2010 (PR Newswire) -- AUBURN HILLS, Mich., Dec. 17, 2010 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- BorgWarner announced today that it has signed an agreement to acquire the Traction Systems division of Haldex Group, a leading provider of innovative products for the global vehicle industry headquartered in Stockholm, Sweden. "This acquisition supports our continuing strategy to be a global technology leader in providing powertrain solutions," said Timothy M. Manganello, Chairman and CEO, BorgWarner. "With the acquisition of Haldex Traction Systems, BorgWarner has added a strong and well-respected brand of all-wheel drive products that will compliment our c…
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This Just In: 2011 Lincoln MKS Ecoboost Stock Photo Shown Just in for an interactive review is a 2011 Lincoln MKS Ecoboost. First impression is DAMN! It's fast! Join in the evaluation after the jump: Interactive Review: 2011 Lincoln MKS Ecoboost
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C&G Brief Review of NAIAS 2009 by NOS NOS2006 had the opportunity to go to this year's NAIAS, and shared with us some insight as to what the mood is like on the showroom floor: depressing. All of the excitement and glitz that usually accompanies Detroit was missing, and with the exception of Ford, the stands were bare and basic. NOS also shares with us his impression of the preproduction Camaro's interior, and his concern about the cheap, hard plastic that covers it. Hopefully the production versions will be better. Follow the Jump to read more. http://www.cheersandgears.com/index.php?sh...c=27734&hl=
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GM cutting executive pensions, ex-CEO Wagoner to get pinched the most Wagoner could lose around 15 million of his 22 million pension plan. story link
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Bankruptcy filing reportedly allows GM, Chrysler to shed hundreds of product liability lawsuits Eight separate states have filed objections to the provision in federal bankruptcy court on Friday. Story Link
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_ 2011 Dodge Durango Unveiled After much teasing and many spy shots, the 2011 Dodge Durango, the second all new vehicle to debut after Chrysler bankruptcy, has been unveiled. The Durango also marks the debut Dodge's new logo. Follow the jump for full details and photos.
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2011 Chevrolet Silverado HD named Motor Trend Truck of the Year Make that two wins for General Motors and Chevrolet this year. The 2011 Chevrolet Silverado HD joins the Motor Trend Car of the Year - 2011 Chevrolet Volt as this year's Motor Trend Truck of the Year. We just had the Silverado's sibling, the 2011 GMC Sierra Denali HD in for review... and we can understand Motor Trend's sentiment towards this brute of a hauler. Follow the jump for the full press release. Motor Trend Truck of the year - 2011 Chevrolet Silverado HD
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G. David Felt Staff Writer Alternative Energy - www.CheersandGears.com 7 Decades Later Land Rover Defender Dies! CNN Style is reporting that the production of the Iconic Defender has come to an end. Based on and a compliment to the Jeep Willey, the Land Rover Defender was a box use by the UK Military, Ambulance services, Police and Explorers the world over and Land Rover says that two thirds of the two million plus Defenders manufactured since 1948 are still on the road or off running strong today. History tid bit is that the box design that never got curvy was due to the lack of stamping machinery after the war, steel was not readily available but alumin…
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. How to Meet 2016 CAFE Standards? Go on a serious diet. As The Economist reports this week, powertrain improvements can only go so far to meet the aggressive mileage improvement goals. To make up the rest, cars will have to become much lighter. This will raise prices, but will it also make cars less safe? Is it worth it? Discuss in the forums! Unbearable Lightness
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*brochure from 1974 Cadillac with Air Restraint System. GM was the first to offer airbags* With all the negative press that has circulated about General Motors before and during its bankruptcy proceedings, customers should be aware that although financially troubled, GM is a recognized leader in car safety advances. The company pioneered the development of the now ubiquitous concrete barriers on national highways and was the first car maker to install rear turn signals as standard equipment. Some of GM's safety innovations are obvious, while others are more subtle. Established GM Reputation for Safety Standards
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. GM recalls 5,000 vans with serious fire risk. Tells owners to park outside, away from everything. 5,000 Chevrolet Express and GMC Savana vans recalled.
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. Poll: More Americans say U.S. cars top Asian autos American automakers take a slight advantage over Asian competitors likely due to Toyota's recent issues.
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GM Confirms It Will Sell Saturn Rather Than Phase It Out GM confirmed that it plans to sell Saturn rather than phase the brand out. Follow the Jump for details. http://68.169.44.191/index.php?showtopic=31842&hl=
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_ SPIED: 2011 Hyundai Elantra Our very own member, CanadianBacon94, managed to snap these photos of the Hyundai's next Elantra undergoing cold weather testing in International Falls, MN. Hit the jump to see for a complete set of 2011 Hyundai Elantra spy shots. SPIED: 2011 Hyundai Elantra
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A Global Revolution ~August 22,2008~ Image Courtesy of Autoblog Chevrolet took wraps off its global compact car, the Cruze. Schedled to eventually replace the Cobalt in the US, On sale beginning in Europe from March next year, Cruze features a dramatic re-interpretation of the traditional sedan featuring Chevrolet's new global design language that is becoming a signature on all new products carrying the gold bowtie. At launch in Europe, Cruze will be available with 16-valve, 1.6-liter (112 hp/82 kW) and 1.8-liter (140 hp/103 kW) gasoline engines featuring variable valve timing (VVT) on both inlet and exhaust sides, giving more power as well as better fuel economy an…
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_ Report: GM/Spyker Near Agreement Could the Saab endgame - no, the real endgame this time - finally be under way? Bloomberg is reporting that financial terms have been agreed to, in principle, between General Motors and Spyker, and that what remains between the two are sorting out production issues. Follow the jump for the full story. Report: GM/Spyker near agreement
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Chrysler 200 - Not Teasing Anymore Chrysler isn't teasing anymore with it's new Chrysler 200 photos Chrysler 200 - Not Teasing Anymore Cheers and Gears Media Gallery: Chrysler 200
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This Just In: 2011 Cadillac CTS-V Coupe Cadillac sends me 556 horsepower of stress relief for our Interactive Review of the 2011 Cadillac CTS-V Coupe
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GM Announces 1,100 Dealer Closures Bloomberg is reporting that GM will close 1,100 dealers by the end of 2010, in addition to the Hummer and Saturn closures already announced. Follow the link for more information. Link to Story
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Under New Ownership! Avant1963 and I came to an agreement over the weekend where my company, Pittsburgh Living LLC, has purchased Cheers and Gears. Avant1963 will continue in an admin role for as long as he chooses. I have been a member of this site since 2003. In 2007 I was elevated to the admin group while helping out with a server move. Around the beginning of this year, Cheers and Gears was dying a slow, painful, death in the image of our favorite company. I decided to do some much needed maintenance and find ways to secure financing for server and software upgrades. Since that time I have filled the role of head admin previously held by FlyBrian and Josh befor…
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. GM reportedly delays board meeting as new Swedish bidders emerge for Saab Spyker still in the mix and another potential Swedish group is putting something together GM reportedly delays board meeting as new Swedish bidders emerge for Saab
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Pontiac G8 To Live On As Chevy Caprice Not long after "unretiring", Bob Lutz told Automobile Magazine that the highly praised Pontiac G8 will live on as the Chevrolet Caprice. Enthusiasts are no doubt very pleased to hear that such an excellent car will live on. Full Story
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Cadillac Wins the CTS-V Challenge! Discussion: CTS-V Challenge at Monticello
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Buick Regal GS Gets Rated Buick Released the Horsepower and Torque ratings for the upcoming Regal GS. How does 270 HP and 295 lb-ft of torque sound? Buick Regal GS Gets Rated
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2010 Buick LaCrosse Named Insurance Institute For Highway Safety (IIHS) 2009 Top Safety Pick The 2010 Buick LaCrosse luxury sedan earned the IIHS newest Top Safety Pick Award today. To qualify for the Top Safety Pick, a vehicle must earn the highest rating of good in the Institute's front, side and rear tests, and offer Electronic Stability Control (ESC), which comes standard on the LaCrosse. Discussion: 2010 Buick LaCrosse named IIHS top safety pick.
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REPORT: GM's RWD architecture will downsize and survive Autoblog is reporting that GM's superb RWD Zeta architecture may yet live on, however it will be downsized to increase efficiency. This is of course, great news for RWD fans, but it would also make sense to actually utilize one of the best platforms they have and spent millions of dollars to develope. Could GM actually do something so logical? We'll have to wait and see. http://www.cheersandgears.com/index.php?sh...c=29524&hl=
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Global Climate Change is making companies look for better ways to do their business and with that in mind, Walmart has chosen Canoo to help them achieve their zero-emissions by 2040 goal. Walmart's goal to offer sustainable delivery of online orders will start with the purchase of 4,500 LDV or Lifestyle Delivery Vehicles with expected use starting in 2023. The company plans to kick off advanced delivers to refine and finalize vehicle configurations in the Dalla-Fort Worth metroplex in the coming weeks. The LDV was engineered for sustainable last mile deliveries with improved driver ergonomics and safety. The LDV is built on the Canoo's MPP or multi-purpose plat…
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Buick, Jaguar knock Lexus from top of J.D. Power 2009 Vehicle Dependability Study Follow the jump to read the full article and press release. http://www.cheersandgears.com/index.php?showtopic=28776
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Hey folks, CheersandGears.com is in need of an upgrade to the next version of the IPBoard software. We do have some advertising revenue but not enough to cover the price for the software, and I'm aware that many of you have supported the site through a yearly subscription. I am asking for a volunter donation of 1 dollar to supplement the advertising revenue. As always, your support is appreciated as I continue to improve CheersandGears.com Regards, Drew Update: This is why I'm so proud of Cheers and Gears and the truly dedicated membership here. In just 24 hours, many members have joined in to contribute 50% of the total cost for the sof…
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<br> Cadillac CTS-V Sport Wagon Confirmed According to C/D, Lutz has confirmed that there will be a CTS-V Sport Wagon. Follow the jump for details. Story Link
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. GM Builds First Lithium-ion Battery for Chevrolet Volt o GM is the first major automaker to manufacture an advanced lithium-ion battery pack in the U.S. o Brownstown Township to be first high-volume U.S. automotive lithium-ion battery manufacturing site o Plant’s battery cell processing, module and pack manufacturing capabilities strengthen GM’s in-house battery expertise GM builds first lithium-ion battery for Chevrolet Volt
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Buick News November 1, 2008~ Some news bits are trickling in about a couple of future tri-sheilds. Firstly, Autoblog has spilled some of the beans on the next-gen LaCrosse. Engine options will include a 290hp version of the Direct Injection 3.6L V6 and an all-new 3.0L DI V6 that should be good for 240hp and around 30mpg. Other options certain to make their way into the LaCrosse include HID headlamps, a heads-up display, rear view camera and all-wheel-drive. Secondly, GM appears to be putting the finishing touches on the Opel Insignia-based Buick Regal. Thoigh it's not slated to come to the US, the Regal certainly does look the part of the LaCrosse's half-brother, and…
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Silverado Beats F-150 in Sales General Motors sold more Chevy Silverado 1500 pickups (119,959 units) in June that Ford sold F-150s (107,778 units), and that's not a fluke. Full Story
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Dodge Challenger Tops Consumer Reports Owner Satisfaction Survey Discussion: Dodge Challenger tops Consumer Reports owner satisfaction survey
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The Spark That Didn't in Detroit Apparently there was a bit of confusion at this year's NAIAS regarding the Chevy Spark. Despite releasing official photos of the car while the auto show was takimng place, it seems the actual vehicle GM had on display was the Beat. GM admits that they were planning to show the actual Spark in Geneva, and as it turns out the car on display at Detroit was the Beat concept. Seems like a good way to confuse a lot of people. Follow the jump to read the details. http://www.cheersandgears.com/index.php?showtopic=27755
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. Buick Regal Wagon Photos Thank you to Oracle of Delphi for these photos!
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G8 ST Winner Gets Torrent GXP Instead Joseph Warren, the winner of the naming contest, was originally going to get a new G8 ST as his prize for choosing the right name for the Sport Truck. Unfortuneately for him, GM decided to kill the ST, so this left him with a problem. GM told him he could choose any other Pontiac so long as the price was equal or less. What did he choose? a Torrent GXP. Yeah, I don't get it either. Follow the jump to see the full article. http://www.cheersandgears.com/index.php?showtopic=27758
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Cheers and Gears Quick Drive Saturn Astra 5-Door Member WhiteKnight does a Quick Drive of the Saturn Astra 5-Door. After our dealer told us there was yet another overnight wait in store for the Aura as the on-board computer had started to sour, they gave us a switchblade-style key that went to a dark blue hatchback, none other than an Astra five-door, the most ungainly member, in my opinion, of the Astra line-up. Cheers and Gears Quick Drive: Saturn Astra 5-Door
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GM Extends the 60-Day Money Back Guarantee via New York Times General Motors is extending its "May the Best Car Win" campaign, a refund program aimed at luring customers into showrooms, reports The Associated Press. "May the Best Car Win," launched in early September, allows customers to return their G.M. vehicles for a full refund, including sales tax, between day 31 and day 60 of ownership. The program is limited vehicles in G.M.'s remaining brands: Cadillac, Chevrolet, Buick and GMC. It was originally slated to end Nov. 4 but now has been extended to Jan. 4, 2010. As of last week, only 15 people had returned their vehicles, Tom Henderson, a G.M. spokesman, tol…
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GM achieves third consecutive quarter of profitability and positive cash flow Net income of $2.0 billion, earnings per share of $1.20 DETROIT, Mich. – General Motors Company today announced that for the third quarter ending September 30, 2010, the company generated: Revenue of $34.1 billion Net income attributable to common stockholders of $2.0 billion Read More: General Motors Announced Third Quarter 2010 Results
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Full Review: 2011 Buick Regal CXL From the Interactive Review of the 2011 Buick Regal CXL here's the full writeup of our opinions on this newest of Buicks. Follow the jump for the whole review. Full Review: 2011 Buick Regal CXL
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C4C filing time extended, again Dealers unable to process requests; Tuesday set as new deadline Bimmer325 | Tuesday @ 01:56 AM One more lap to go. Thousands of dealers complained of trouble filing clunker requests Monday, with the finish line looming just hours away. As a result, the Obama administration has extended the deadline for dealers to process transactions to noon Tuesday. It's too late for any deals, though, as sales under the incentive winded down Monday at 8 PM. Why the paperwork trouble? Increased traffic as last-minute shoppers rushed to cash in caused the government website to crash Monday afternoon. As dealers rushed to submit vouchers on t…
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G. David Felt - Staff Writer Alternative Energy - www.cheersandgears.com Xiaopeng Motors, Thanks Tesla for Open Source Patents It was only a matter of time and someone coughing up money before someone would use Tesla Open Patents to build a EV Competitor. Xiaopeng Motors is that company and thanks to Tesla, the dream of a young man is becoming reality. Musk has always said the focus is the drive to accelerate the change to EV Auto's. With this dream we now have the XPeng SUV EV. Henry Xia took this to hear in 2014 when once Tesla had announced the open source of their patents that this young engineer could build his own dream company. With …
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Electrify America, the largest open Hyper-Fast charging network in the U.S., and Costco Wholesale are offering electric vehicle charging at five Costco Wholesale locations. The charging stations feature Hyper-Fast chargers- capable of speeds up to 350 kW- and will help meet the growing demand for open and convenient fast charging. Electrify America - Costco Wholesale Station Facts Five charging stations in operation in California, Colorado, and Florida. In collaboration with Electrify America's Electrify Commercial® team, the charging stations are owned by Costco Wholesale. Costco Wholesale’s charging stations will be …
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Affective January 1st, 2022, Rimac Automobili became two companies, Rimac Group which is a majority shareholder in the Bugatti Rimac with a 55% stake and Porsche owning the remaining 45%. Rimac Technology is a sister company 100% owned by Rimac Group. rimac_technology_video.mp4 Rimac found themselves working with multiple auto companies to engineer, develop, produce and supply high-performance battery systems, electric drive units, electronic control systems, and user interface components. Rimac has established a reputation for providing leading advanced performance electronic technologies. Rimac Technology is the major su…
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GM to recall 1,350 Employees that is. This is the kind of GM recall we like hearing about. LORDSTOWN — A second shift is being called back to work at the General Motors Lordstown Complex to meet consumer demand for the Lordstown-built Chevrolet Cobalt and to gear up for production of the new Chevy Cruze later in the year. GM recalls 1,350 employees
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GM Board Recommendation to Sell Majority Stake in Opel/Vauxhall to Magna International/Sberban GM to sell 55% stake in New Opel to Magna/Sberbank Agreement on new ownership structure signals fresh start for New Opel Employees to hold 10% stake in New Opel Government supports financing through additional state guarantees More: GM Board Recommendation to Sell Majority Stake in Opel/Vauxhall
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