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2025 Nissan Murano: 4th-Gen Redesign With VC-Turbo and Premium Tech
G. David Felt posted an article in Nissan
Murano Firsts for 2025 Let's kick off the 2025 Nissan Murano with a list of Firsts: Ventilated, massaging front seats Dual 12.3-inch displays Google built-in, including Google Maps Wireless Apple CarPlay® and wireless Android Auto™ 21-inch wheels (Platinum grade) 64-color interior ambient lighting Color head-up display Invisible Hood View 3D Intelligent Around View® Monitor ProPILOT Assist and ProPILOT Assist 1.1 9-speed automatic transmission Exterior Design Elegant and Premium is the tone of appearance for the seamless, clean design that includes 2.6-inches of overall body width imparting a powerful, graceful stance. Crystal Cube LED headlights with a gloss-black trim and hidden daytime running lights for a 21st century clean, modern appearance. Venetian-Inspired Interior Nissan continues the minimalist, elegant modern approach on the inside with an interior that is thoughtfully crafted with soft touch materials. This interior was inspired by the famed Venetian glassworks that give the crossover its name. The driver experience has been adjusted to accommodate a wider range of driver physiques that includes a flat bottom steering wheel, capacitive-touch panel system, and a greater range of driver adjustments from the seat to the steering column with a larger range of lift and slide adjustments. VC-Turbo Powertrain and Trims 21st century technology for confidence, control, safety is found throughout the 2025 Nissan Murano from the Intuitive connectivity system that fully supports Android Auto and Apple Carplay to the smooth powerful powertrain. Murano delivers responsive performance of a 2.0-liter VC-Turbo system rated at 241 horsepower and 260 lb-ft of torque paired to the paddle shifting 9-speed automatic transmission for an engaging dynamic drive while sipping fuel with the idle start/stop system standard. Murano SV comes standard in FWD, with Intelligent AWD as an option and the SL and Platinum trims get AWD standard. Towing is up to 1,500 pounds. 2024 Nissan Murano Product Footage_1-en-US_h264_aac_1280x720.mp4 Check out the 2025 Nissan Murano photo gallery for a full look at the redesigned exterior, interior, and Platinum trim details. -
Murano Firsts for 2025 Let's kick off the 2025 Nissan Murano with a list of Firsts: Ventilated, massaging front seats Dual 12.3-inch displays Google built-in, including Google Maps Wireless Apple CarPlay® and wireless Android Auto™ 21-inch wheels (Platinum grade) 64-color interior ambient lighting Color head-up display Invisible Hood View 3D Intelligent Around View® Monitor ProPILOT Assist and ProPILOT Assist 1.1 9-speed automatic transmission Exterior Design Elegant and Premium is the tone of appearance for the seamless, clean design that includes 2.6-inches of overall body width imparting a powerful, graceful stance. Crystal Cube LED headlights with a gloss-black trim and hidden daytime running lights for a 21st century clean, modern appearance. Venetian-Inspired Interior Nissan continues the minimalist, elegant modern approach on the inside with an interior that is thoughtfully crafted with soft touch materials. This interior was inspired by the famed Venetian glassworks that give the crossover its name. The driver experience has been adjusted to accommodate a wider range of driver physiques that includes a flat bottom steering wheel, capacitive-touch panel system, and a greater range of driver adjustments from the seat to the steering column with a larger range of lift and slide adjustments. VC-Turbo Powertrain and Trims 21st century technology for confidence, control, safety is found throughout the 2025 Nissan Murano from the Intuitive connectivity system that fully supports Android Auto and Apple Carplay to the smooth powerful powertrain. Murano delivers responsive performance of a 2.0-liter VC-Turbo system rated at 241 horsepower and 260 lb-ft of torque paired to the paddle shifting 9-speed automatic transmission for an engaging dynamic drive while sipping fuel with the idle start/stop system standard. Murano SV comes standard in FWD, with Intelligent AWD as an option and the SL and Platinum trims get AWD standard. Towing is up to 1,500 pounds. 2024 Nissan Murano Product Footage_1-en-US_h264_aac_1280x720.mp4 Check out the 2025 Nissan Murano photo gallery for a full look at the redesigned exterior, interior, and Platinum trim details. View full article
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Ford unveiled the updated 2025 Ford Explorer today with a simplified engine lineup, trims, and revised exterior and interior. Simplified Trims and Two EcoBoost Engines Ford has cut the number of trim options from eight to four, with just the Platinum, ST, ST-Line, and Active trims available. All trims except ST come standard with the 300-horsepower 2.3-liter Ecoboost 4-cylinder mated to a recalibrated 10-speed automatic. Available on the Platinum and standard on the ST is the 400-horsepower 3.0-liter Ecoboost V6. All versions come standard as rear-wheel drive with all-wheel drive optional. The hybrid option was dropped from civilian Explorers after the 2023 model year. Exterior and Interior Refresh Outside, the primary visual difference is an enlarged grille, all-LED headlamp and tail lamp clusters, a front skid plate, and an updated tailgate. Platinum, ST, and ST-Line buyers can select a black-painted roof option. Each trim line will receive a distinct grille. Most of the changes in the 2025 Explorer appear on the inside. A reimagined interior has more soft material in high-touch locations. The large vertically oriented infotainment screen in some 2020-2024 models has been replaced with a more traditional, horizontally mounted unit. The dashboard has been pushed forward to give front-row occupants a more open and spacious cabin. Ford Digital Experience and BlueCruise The 2025 Explorer also debuts Ford's new Ford Digital Experience infotainment system. This 5G-enabled system features wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto compatibility, plus has the ability to download select apps from the Google Play Store. Google Assistant and Amazon Alexa are built-in and designed to prioritize voice control over in-vehicle controls such as cabin temperature and entertainment selection. It can also control home automation systems. This new platform allows for over-the-air updates for the first time in Explorer. When parked, Explorer customers can also use YouTube and Prime Video, as well as play select games available on the Google Play store. Surfing the web on the built-in Vivaldi browser app, or Google Chrome coming soon, is made easier with a Bluetooth-connected keyboard. Buyers of ST-Line, ST, and Platinum trim Explorers come equipped with Ford's BlueCruise hardware, enabling hands-free highway driving. Lane Change Assist is included, allowing the driver to pass with the tap of the turn signal when the path is clear. New customers can activate their plan for one year at purchase or select a 90-day free trial. Check out the 2025 Ford Explorer photo gallery for a look at the Platinum and ST trims. Following the trend of large price jumps in the large crossover market this year (see: 2024 Hyundai Santa Fe and 2024 Chevrolet Traverse), the base price of the 2024 Explorer jumps to $41,220, a $4,360 increase over the current model. The 2025 Ford Explorer will be in dealerships in the 2nd quarter this year. View full article -
What Changed in the 2025 Ford Explorer and Is It Worth the Price Bump?
Drew Dowdell posted an article in Ford
Ford unveiled the updated 2025 Ford Explorer today with a simplified engine lineup, trims, and revised exterior and interior. Simplified Trims and Two EcoBoost Engines Ford has cut the number of trim options from eight to four, with just the Platinum, ST, ST-Line, and Active trims available. All trims except ST come standard with the 300-horsepower 2.3-liter Ecoboost 4-cylinder mated to a recalibrated 10-speed automatic. Available on the Platinum and standard on the ST is the 400-horsepower 3.0-liter Ecoboost V6. All versions come standard as rear-wheel drive with all-wheel drive optional. The hybrid option was dropped from civilian Explorers after the 2023 model year. Exterior and Interior Refresh Outside, the primary visual difference is an enlarged grille, all-LED headlamp and tail lamp clusters, a front skid plate, and an updated tailgate. Platinum, ST, and ST-Line buyers can select a black-painted roof option. Each trim line will receive a distinct grille. Most of the changes in the 2025 Explorer appear on the inside. A reimagined interior has more soft material in high-touch locations. The large vertically oriented infotainment screen in some 2020-2024 models has been replaced with a more traditional, horizontally mounted unit. The dashboard has been pushed forward to give front-row occupants a more open and spacious cabin. Ford Digital Experience and BlueCruise The 2025 Explorer also debuts Ford's new Ford Digital Experience infotainment system. This 5G-enabled system features wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto compatibility, plus has the ability to download select apps from the Google Play Store. Google Assistant and Amazon Alexa are built-in and designed to prioritize voice control over in-vehicle controls such as cabin temperature and entertainment selection. It can also control home automation systems. This new platform allows for over-the-air updates for the first time in Explorer. When parked, Explorer customers can also use YouTube and Prime Video, as well as play select games available on the Google Play store. Surfing the web on the built-in Vivaldi browser app, or Google Chrome coming soon, is made easier with a Bluetooth-connected keyboard. Buyers of ST-Line, ST, and Platinum trim Explorers come equipped with Ford's BlueCruise hardware, enabling hands-free highway driving. Lane Change Assist is included, allowing the driver to pass with the tap of the turn signal when the path is clear. New customers can activate their plan for one year at purchase or select a 90-day free trial. Check out the 2025 Ford Explorer photo gallery for a look at the Platinum and ST trims. Following the trend of large price jumps in the large crossover market this year (see: 2024 Hyundai Santa Fe and 2024 Chevrolet Traverse), the base price of the 2024 Explorer jumps to $41,220, a $4,360 increase over the current model. The 2025 Ford Explorer will be in dealerships in the 2nd quarter this year.- 6 comments
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This morning, Volkswagen announced that it will build the upcoming seven-seat crossover at its Chattanooga, Tennessee plant starting in 2016. The seven-seat crossover will see Volkswagen investing $900 million into the plant and add 2,000 jobs. The investment will also include retooling for the plant so it can build vehicles based on the MQB platform. “The Chattanooga-built midsize SUV will allow us to fulfill the wishes of our dealer network, bringing new customers to our showrooms and additional growth for the brand. We are eager to be entering this growing vehicle segment with a world-class, seven-passenger SUV from Volkswagen,” said Michael Horn, President and CEO Volkswagen Group of America. Volkswagen has been having a tough time in the U.S. with sales. The German automakers hopes a seven-seat crossover will reverse their fortunes. That's not the only investment Volkswagen is making into the U.S. The company also announced $7 billion investment in its U.S. operation by 2018. Part of that investment will go to a new R&D facility in Tennessee that will employ 200 engineers. “The United States of America is and will remain one of the most important markets for Volkswagen. We are now launching the second phase of the Volkswagen campaign in the US,” said Volkswagen CEO Martin Winterkorn. Source: Volkswagen William Maley is a staff writer for Cheers & Gears. He can be reached [email protected] you can follow him on twitter at @realmudmonster. Press Release is on Page 2 New Midsize SUV From Volkswagen To Be Produced In Chattanooga Winterkorn: “This model will play a key role for Volkswagen’s presence in North America” Volkswagen Group of America to invest approximately $900 million in the project Second model to be produced in Chattanooga, in addition to the US-built Passat, starting from the end of 2016 Approximately 2,000 additional jobs to be created Establishment of a National Research & Development and Planning Center in Chattanooga Group Works Council Chairman Osterloh to be named a member of the Board of Directors of Volkswagen Group of America Wolfsburg, July 14, 2014 – Within the framework of its Strategy 2018 plan, the Volkswagen Group is expanding its industrial footprint in the US. The Board of Directors of Volkswagen Group of America has decided to award the production of the new midsize SUV to the Chattanooga plant in Tennessee. The Group will be investing a total of approximately US$900 million (€643 million) in the production of a newly developed, seven-passenger SUV, and creating 2,000 additional jobs in the US. About US$600 million (€432 million) will be invested in Tennessee. “The United States of America is and will remain one of the most important markets for Volkswagen. Over the past few years, we have achieved a lot there. We are now launching the second phase of the Volkswagen campaign in the US. With the midsize SUV, the expansion of the Chattanooga plant and the new development center, the focus is on the wishes of the US customer. This is also a strong signal for the US as an industrial and automobile production location. The Volkswagen brand is going on the attack again in America,” said Prof. Dr. Martin Winterkorn, Chairman of the Board of Management of Volkswagen Aktiengesellschaft, in Wolfsburg. “The Chattanooga-built midsize SUV will allow us to fulfill the wishes of our dealer network, bringing new customers to our showrooms and additional growth for the brand,” said Michael Horn, President and CEO Volkswagen Group of America. “We are eager to be entering this growing vehicle segment with a world-class, seven-passenger SUV from Volkswagen.” Apart from investing in the production of a new vehicle, the Chattanooga location is to receive a new, independent National Research & Development and Planning Center of the Volkswagen Group of America for project coordination in the North American market. The objective is to identify customers’ feedback in the market and to integrate them more expeditiously into existing and planned vehicle models. This will lead to the creation of approximately 200 qualified engineers working in Chattanooga. This decision is another element in the investment program that the Volkswagen Group has launched in the region. From 2014 to 2018, the Volkswagen Group will be investing more than US$7 billion in the US and Mexico. It is Volkswagen’s goal to deliver 800,000 vehicles in the US by 2018. "Today is an exciting day not just for Chattanooga and Hamilton County but for all of Tennessee, and I want to thank Volkswagen for its significant long-term investment in our state,” Governor Bill Haslam said. “The impact of this announcement goes far beyond the 2,000 new jobs because of the large multiplier effect of the automotive industry, and adding an additional manufacturing line and the National Research & Development and Planning Center sends a clear signal that Tennessee can compete with anyone in the global marketplace.” Christian Koch, CEO and Chairman of Volkswagen Group of America Chattanooga Operations, said: “We are proud to be making the new midsize SUV here. This is fantastic news for the plant and proof of the confidence placed in the workforce that does a great job here making high-quality cars every day.” At Chattanooga, the new SUV will be integrated into existing plant structures. Existing areas in production will be used for the assembly of the midsize SUV. A total floor space of 50,000 m² (approx. 538,000 sq ft) will be added to the existing production facility. The midsize SUV, which is based on the CrossBlue concept vehicle, was developed especially for the North American market. The CrossBlue made its global debut at the 2013 North American International Auto Show in Detroit. Today, Volkswagen also announced that the Chairman of the Group Works Council of Volkswagen, Bernd Osterloh, will join the Board of Directors of Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. "We are pleased that Mr. Osterloh has declared his willingness to play a concentrated role in shaping our US strategy in the future. He will represent the views of the workforce. This is in line with the codetermination culture of Volkswagen, which is one of our key success factors,” Prof. Dr. Winterkorn said. Osterloh stated: "It is important for us that our colleagues in the U.S. know that we also care about the production site and the employment in Chattanooga. I am looking forward to my work on the Board. I am determined to uphold the interests of Volkswagen employees in Chattanooga. The North American market offers considerable opportunities; in my opinion, these have not been pursued with sufficient consistency in the past. With today’s decision to produce the midsize SUV in the USA, we are taking a key step.” “Hamilton County is pleased to partner with Volkswagen as they create 2,000 new family-wage jobs which will also generate very positive economic ripple effects for residents throughout our community,” said Hamilton County Mayor Jim Coppinger. “By working with Volkswagen to build on the tremendous success of their initial job creation project, we are establishing a foundation for continuing economic growth for years to come.” “Volkswagen is one of Chattanooga’s largest and most valued employers. They have brought 12,400 living-wage jobs to our region, employed Chattanoogans and helped build our middle class. This expansion will result in a huge capital investment and thousands of new jobs,” said Chattanooga Mayor Andy Berke. “From day one, the City and County have worked hard to see today become a reality, when we can announce that Volkswagen will be adding more jobs, more investment and expanding their presence in Chattanooga.” “This announcement is great for Chattanooga and great for Volkswagen,” said Ron Harr, president & CEO of the Chattanooga Chamber. “Thanks to Volkswagen’s expansion, we will have a much easier time recruiting additional automotive suppliers to help them build out their supply chain while also cementing Chattanooga as ‘The Center of the Automotive South.’” View full article -
Volkswagen Announces Production Of Midsize SUV In Tennessee
William Maley posted an article in Volkswagen
This morning, Volkswagen announced that it will build the upcoming seven-seat crossover at its Chattanooga, Tennessee plant starting in 2016. The seven-seat crossover will see Volkswagen investing $900 million into the plant and add 2,000 jobs. The investment will also include retooling for the plant so it can build vehicles based on the MQB platform. “The Chattanooga-built midsize SUV will allow us to fulfill the wishes of our dealer network, bringing new customers to our showrooms and additional growth for the brand. We are eager to be entering this growing vehicle segment with a world-class, seven-passenger SUV from Volkswagen,” said Michael Horn, President and CEO Volkswagen Group of America. Volkswagen has been having a tough time in the U.S. with sales. The German automakers hopes a seven-seat crossover will reverse their fortunes. That's not the only investment Volkswagen is making into the U.S. The company also announced $7 billion investment in its U.S. operation by 2018. Part of that investment will go to a new R&D facility in Tennessee that will employ 200 engineers. “The United States of America is and will remain one of the most important markets for Volkswagen. We are now launching the second phase of the Volkswagen campaign in the US,” said Volkswagen CEO Martin Winterkorn. Source: Volkswagen William Maley is a staff writer for Cheers & Gears. He can be reached [email protected] you can follow him on twitter at @realmudmonster. Press Release is on Page 2 New Midsize SUV From Volkswagen To Be Produced In Chattanooga Winterkorn: “This model will play a key role for Volkswagen’s presence in North America” Volkswagen Group of America to invest approximately $900 million in the project Second model to be produced in Chattanooga, in addition to the US-built Passat, starting from the end of 2016 Approximately 2,000 additional jobs to be created Establishment of a National Research & Development and Planning Center in Chattanooga Group Works Council Chairman Osterloh to be named a member of the Board of Directors of Volkswagen Group of America Wolfsburg, July 14, 2014 – Within the framework of its Strategy 2018 plan, the Volkswagen Group is expanding its industrial footprint in the US. The Board of Directors of Volkswagen Group of America has decided to award the production of the new midsize SUV to the Chattanooga plant in Tennessee. The Group will be investing a total of approximately US$900 million (€643 million) in the production of a newly developed, seven-passenger SUV, and creating 2,000 additional jobs in the US. About US$600 million (€432 million) will be invested in Tennessee. “The United States of America is and will remain one of the most important markets for Volkswagen. Over the past few years, we have achieved a lot there. We are now launching the second phase of the Volkswagen campaign in the US. With the midsize SUV, the expansion of the Chattanooga plant and the new development center, the focus is on the wishes of the US customer. This is also a strong signal for the US as an industrial and automobile production location. The Volkswagen brand is going on the attack again in America,” said Prof. Dr. Martin Winterkorn, Chairman of the Board of Management of Volkswagen Aktiengesellschaft, in Wolfsburg. “The Chattanooga-built midsize SUV will allow us to fulfill the wishes of our dealer network, bringing new customers to our showrooms and additional growth for the brand,” said Michael Horn, President and CEO Volkswagen Group of America. “We are eager to be entering this growing vehicle segment with a world-class, seven-passenger SUV from Volkswagen.” Apart from investing in the production of a new vehicle, the Chattanooga location is to receive a new, independent National Research & Development and Planning Center of the Volkswagen Group of America for project coordination in the North American market. The objective is to identify customers’ feedback in the market and to integrate them more expeditiously into existing and planned vehicle models. This will lead to the creation of approximately 200 qualified engineers working in Chattanooga. This decision is another element in the investment program that the Volkswagen Group has launched in the region. From 2014 to 2018, the Volkswagen Group will be investing more than US$7 billion in the US and Mexico. It is Volkswagen’s goal to deliver 800,000 vehicles in the US by 2018. "Today is an exciting day not just for Chattanooga and Hamilton County but for all of Tennessee, and I want to thank Volkswagen for its significant long-term investment in our state,” Governor Bill Haslam said. “The impact of this announcement goes far beyond the 2,000 new jobs because of the large multiplier effect of the automotive industry, and adding an additional manufacturing line and the National Research & Development and Planning Center sends a clear signal that Tennessee can compete with anyone in the global marketplace.” Christian Koch, CEO and Chairman of Volkswagen Group of America Chattanooga Operations, said: “We are proud to be making the new midsize SUV here. This is fantastic news for the plant and proof of the confidence placed in the workforce that does a great job here making high-quality cars every day.” At Chattanooga, the new SUV will be integrated into existing plant structures. Existing areas in production will be used for the assembly of the midsize SUV. A total floor space of 50,000 m² (approx. 538,000 sq ft) will be added to the existing production facility. The midsize SUV, which is based on the CrossBlue concept vehicle, was developed especially for the North American market. The CrossBlue made its global debut at the 2013 North American International Auto Show in Detroit. Today, Volkswagen also announced that the Chairman of the Group Works Council of Volkswagen, Bernd Osterloh, will join the Board of Directors of Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. "We are pleased that Mr. Osterloh has declared his willingness to play a concentrated role in shaping our US strategy in the future. He will represent the views of the workforce. This is in line with the codetermination culture of Volkswagen, which is one of our key success factors,” Prof. Dr. Winterkorn said. Osterloh stated: "It is important for us that our colleagues in the U.S. know that we also care about the production site and the employment in Chattanooga. I am looking forward to my work on the Board. I am determined to uphold the interests of Volkswagen employees in Chattanooga. The North American market offers considerable opportunities; in my opinion, these have not been pursued with sufficient consistency in the past. With today’s decision to produce the midsize SUV in the USA, we are taking a key step.” “Hamilton County is pleased to partner with Volkswagen as they create 2,000 new family-wage jobs which will also generate very positive economic ripple effects for residents throughout our community,” said Hamilton County Mayor Jim Coppinger. “By working with Volkswagen to build on the tremendous success of their initial job creation project, we are establishing a foundation for continuing economic growth for years to come.” “Volkswagen is one of Chattanooga’s largest and most valued employers. They have brought 12,400 living-wage jobs to our region, employed Chattanoogans and helped build our middle class. This expansion will result in a huge capital investment and thousands of new jobs,” said Chattanooga Mayor Andy Berke. “From day one, the City and County have worked hard to see today become a reality, when we can announce that Volkswagen will be adding more jobs, more investment and expanding their presence in Chattanooga.” “This announcement is great for Chattanooga and great for Volkswagen,” said Ron Harr, president & CEO of the Chattanooga Chamber. “Thanks to Volkswagen’s expansion, we will have a much easier time recruiting additional automotive suppliers to help them build out their supply chain while also cementing Chattanooga as ‘The Center of the Automotive South.’”
