2019 Corvette ZR-1: The King is Back 11/13/2017 DUBAI — The King is returning, stronger than ever. Chevrolet today introduced the 2019 Corvette ZR1, a supercar that pushes Corvette’s performance legacy with the highest power, greatest track performance and most advanced technology in its production history. “I’ve never driven a Corvette like this before, and nobody else has either, because there’s never been one like this before,” said Mark Reuss, executive vice president, Global Product Development, Purchasing and Supply Chain. “Its
DUBAI — The King is returning, stronger than ever. Chevrolet today introduced the 2019 Corvette ZR1, a supercar that pushes Corvette’s performance legacy with the highest power, greatest track performance and most advanced technology in its production history. “I’ve never driven a Corvette like this before, and nobody else has either, because there’s never been one like this before,” said Mark Reuss, executive vice president, Global Product Development, Purchasing and Supply Chain. “Its
Logano Finishes 12th in Phoenix Cup Race 11/13/2017 Connecticut's Joey Logano started ninth and finished 12th in Sunday afternoon's Can-Am 500 at Phoenix International Raceway. From the drop of the green flag, Logano reported that the handling on his No. 22 Shell-Pennzoil Ford Fusion was extremely tight in the center of turns three and four, resulting in the loss of six positions through the opening 20 laps. Logano reported that the handling of his Ford Fusion started to come to him around lap 40. Crew chief Todd Gordon began devising a plan for
Connecticut's Joey Logano started ninth and finished 12th in Sunday afternoon's Can-Am 500 at Phoenix International Raceway. From the drop of the green flag, Logano reported that the handling on his No. 22 Shell-Pennzoil Ford Fusion was extremely tight in the center of turns three and four, resulting in the loss of six positions through the opening 20 laps. Logano reported that the handling of his Ford Fusion started to come to him around lap 40. Crew chief Todd Gordon began devising a plan for
Sound Auto Wholesalers Readies for Second Location 11/13/2017 Sound Auto Wholesalers has acquired the property at 139 West Main St in Branford, CT for use as a second location. The company's first location is at 14 Frontage Road in East Haven, CT. The business was established in 2014 by Daniel Merriam. The dealership will operate from both locations. The service department and administrative/sales offices will relocate to the new location in Branford. According to Daniel Merriam, "We have simply outgrown our present location. Although we would have
Sound Auto Wholesalers has acquired the property at 139 West Main St in Branford, CT for use as a second location. The company's first location is at 14 Frontage Road in East Haven, CT. The business was established in 2014 by Daniel Merriam. The dealership will operate from both locations. The service department and administrative/sales offices will relocate to the new location in Branford. According to Daniel Merriam, "We have simply outgrown our present location. Although we would have
The Gift of Lights Returns to NH Motor Speedway 11/12/2017 The Gift of Lights, which has become a family tradition during the holiday season, returns to New Hampshire Motor Speedway for its seventh season with a new name. The Gift of Lights presented by Eastern Propane & Oil is a 2.5-mile drive-thru light show benefiting the local community and will shine bright starting the day after Thanksgiving through New Year's Eve. "We are incredibly excited to have Eastern Propane & Oil on board to play a part in making this a special holiday season here at New
The Gift of Lights, which has become a family tradition during the holiday season, returns to New Hampshire Motor Speedway for its seventh season with a new name. The Gift of Lights presented by Eastern Propane & Oil is a 2.5-mile drive-thru light show benefiting the local community and will shine bright starting the day after Thanksgiving through New Year's Eve. "We are incredibly excited to have Eastern Propane & Oil on board to play a part in making this a special holiday season here at New
Ram Unveils Special Edition 2018 Hydro Blue Sport 11/11/2017 Ram has pulled the wraps off a new, special-edition 2018 Ram 1500 Hydro Blue Sport. “The custom look and high-impact colors have been well received in the marketplace and this new Ram 1500 Hydro Blue Sport will surely stand out on dealers’ lots and in customers’ driveways,” said Mike Manley, Head of Jeep & Ram Brands. “Enthusiasts demand that their trucks get noticed and our Ram 1500 Sport lineup delivers a durable, powerful alternative with great visual appeal.” The 2018 Ram 1500 Hydro Blue
Ram has pulled the wraps off a new, special-edition 2018 Ram 1500 Hydro Blue Sport. “The custom look and high-impact colors have been well received in the marketplace and this new Ram 1500 Hydro Blue Sport will surely stand out on dealers’ lots and in customers’ driveways,” said Mike Manley, Head of Jeep & Ram Brands. “Enthusiasts demand that their trucks get noticed and our Ram 1500 Sport lineup delivers a durable, powerful alternative with great visual appeal.” The 2018 Ram 1500 Hydro Blue
Nissan Expands Its Midnight Edition Lineup 11/11/2017 For Nissan in 2018, black is the new black – as in the popular Midnight Edition "blackout" component packages. Having sold close to 50,000 Midnight Edition models in the 2017 model – including up to 80 percent of Maxima SR models and typically one-third of other models' applicable grades – Nissan is expanding the lineup to include Frontier, TITAN and TITAN XD models. Pricing for six of the nine models, which ranges from $495 for Sentra S and SR grades to $1,395 for Pathfinder SL – was announced
For Nissan in 2018, black is the new black – as in the popular Midnight Edition "blackout" component packages. Having sold close to 50,000 Midnight Edition models in the 2017 model – including up to 80 percent of Maxima SR models and typically one-third of other models' applicable grades – Nissan is expanding the lineup to include Frontier, TITAN and TITAN XD models. Pricing for six of the nine models, which ranges from $495 for Sentra S and SR grades to $1,395 for Pathfinder SL – was announced
The First-Ever BMW M3 CS is Shown Off 11/11/2017 BMW announced the first-ever BMW M3 CS, a special-edition model that delivers a fine blend of high performance and complete everyday practicality. The engineers at BMW M GmbH have succeeded in intensifying the dynamic, emotion-packed character of the BMW M3 with a carefully crafted ensemble of modifications. The extensive use of carbon fiber-reinforced plastic (CFRP), has kept the first-ever BMW M3 CS extremely light; around 110 lb less than a standard M3. Large sections of the body are also
BMW announced the first-ever BMW M3 CS, a special-edition model that delivers a fine blend of high performance and complete everyday practicality. The engineers at BMW M GmbH have succeeded in intensifying the dynamic, emotion-packed character of the BMW M3 with a carefully crafted ensemble of modifications. The extensive use of carbon fiber-reinforced plastic (CFRP), has kept the first-ever BMW M3 CS extremely light; around 110 lb less than a standard M3. Large sections of the body are also
Jeep Looks Forward to the New Generation Wrangler 11/10/2017 The most capable SUV ever delivers even more legendary Jeep® 4x4 capability, a modern design that stays true to the original, advanced fuel-efficient powertrains, more open-air options, and is loaded with more safety features and advanced technology than ever before. The all-new Wrangler’s interior design combines authentic styling, precision craftsmanship and high-quality materials that result in improved versatility and comfort for drivers and passengers. The all-new Wrangler’s unique design
The most capable SUV ever delivers even more legendary Jeep® 4x4 capability, a modern design that stays true to the original, advanced fuel-efficient powertrains, more open-air options, and is loaded with more safety features and advanced technology than ever before. The all-new Wrangler’s interior design combines authentic styling, precision craftsmanship and high-quality materials that result in improved versatility and comfort for drivers and passengers. The all-new Wrangler’s unique design
Volkswagen Supports Little Car in Big Off-Road Race 11/10/2017 Volkswagen of America, Inc., today announced that it will sponsor the ProjectBaja.com Class 11 Volkswagen Beetle in the 50th BFGoodrich Tires SCORE Baja 1000® race, November 14-18, 2017. ProjectBaja.com—a team of Denver-based enthusiasts/racers led by industrial designer Josh McGuckin—has made completing the grueling event through the Baja California desert one of their life’s ambitions. “The Class 11 Beetle harks back to the origins of desert racing,” said McGuckin, “We like a challenge and
Volkswagen of America, Inc., today announced that it will sponsor the ProjectBaja.com Class 11 Volkswagen Beetle in the 50th BFGoodrich Tires SCORE Baja 1000® race, November 14-18, 2017. ProjectBaja.com—a team of Denver-based enthusiasts/racers led by industrial designer Josh McGuckin—has made completing the grueling event through the Baja California desert one of their life’s ambitions. “The Class 11 Beetle harks back to the origins of desert racing,” said McGuckin, “We like a challenge and
