Volvo XC40 Recharge - Fully Electric

The Volvo XC40 Recharge, the first of fully electric Volvos to come and with a brand new infotainment system powered by Google’s Android operating system, offers a range of over 200 miles in U.S. on a single charge and output of 402 horsepower. The battery charges to 80 % of its capacity in 40 mins on a fast-charger system. Over the next five years, Volvo Cars will launch a fully electric car every year, as it seeks to make all-electric cars 50 percent of global sales by 2025, with the rest hybrids. Recharge will be the overarching name for all chargeable Volvos with a fully electric and plug-in hybrid powertrain. Volvo Cars aims for plug-in hybrid cars to make up 20 percent of total sales in 2020.

2020 BMW 2 Series Gran Coupe Coming In March

The new 2020 BMW 2 Series Gran Coupe offered as the BMW 228i xDrive model powered by the 228 horsepower 2.0-liter four-cylinder engine mated to an 8-speed Sport automatic transmission and BMW xDrive intelligent all-wheel drive system to the wheels or as the BMW M235i xDrive Gran Coupe delivering 301 horsepower. The standard Active Driving Assistant includes safety features like Frontal Collision Warning with City Collision Mitigation Function and Active Blind Spot Detection, and Daytime Pedestrian Protection. Also included is the Lane Departure Warning system with active lane return, which operates from 43 – 150mph. The standard Lane Change Warning system, which prompts the driver to guide the car back onto the correct lane at speeds above 12 mph by means of a visual warning and, if necessary, a steering input. The Active Driving Assistant’s other functions include rear collision preparation and cross traffic warning, which reduces the risk of a collision when reversing into roads or paths obstructed from the driver’s view. Market launch is planned for March 2020.

2020 Audi A6 allroad Returns Next Year

The 2020 Audi A6 allroad, equipped with a 335 horsepower turbocharged 3.0-liter V6 TFSI® engine mated to a seven-speed S tronic® dual-clutch automatic transmission with standard quattro® ultra® technology, returns next year following its original introduction in 2000.

Porsche Taycan 4S Starts At $105,150 Next Spring

The Porsche Taycan 4S, the third version of the sport sedan after the Taycan Turbo S and the Taycan Turbo, is priced to start at $105,150 (including $1,350 for processing, delivery and handling) with the standard 522 horsepower Performance Battery and $111,730 with the optional 563 horsepower Performance Battery Plus. The Taycan Turbo starts at $152,250, and the Taycan Turbo S starts at $186,350. Its's all-wheel drive with two permanently excited synchronous motors on the front and rear axles as well as a two-speed transmission on the rear axle. The Taycan 4S can be ordered immediately and is scheduled to arrive in US dealerships in Spring 2020.

Toyota "LQ" Concept

The Toyota "LQ" concept vehicle, the next generation of the Toyota "Concept-i", is equipped with an SAE2 Level 4 equivalent automated driving function that includes Automated Valet Parking System, developed with Panasonic Corporation that eliminates the need to search for parking spaces by automatically driving between a drop-off spot and an assigned parking space in nearby parking lot. LQ's advanced seating system consists of multiple inflatable air bladders embedded into the seat with an in-seat air conditioning system to help keep the driver awake or relaxed depending on the driving situation.

2020 Volkswagen Atlas Cross Sport Arrives In The Spring

The all-new 2020 Volkswagen Atlas Cross Sport five-seater midsize SUV with a coupe-like design is 2.8 inches shorter than the current Atlas and 2.3 inches lower on the same 117.3-inch wheelbase and available with either a 276-horsepower V6 or 235-horsepower four-cylinder turbocharged and direct-injection TSI® engine mated to an eight-speed automatic transmission with Volkswagen’s 4Motion® all-wheel-drive system an available option. Available are Traffic Jam Assist to help maintain following distance from the car in front, and help center the Atlas Cross Sport in its lane, and Dynamic Road Sign Display to display speed limits, no-passing zones, school zones and work zones on the navigation screen and instrument panel when detected by the front camera and navigation system data. There will be eight trim levels: S, SE, SE w/Tech, SE w/Tech R-Line, SEL, SEL R-Line, SEL Premium, and SEL Premium R-Line. More details and pricing will be announced ahead of the launch in the Spring of 2020.

2021 Toyota Mirai 2nd Gen FCEV Coming Late Next Year

The 2021 Toyota Mirai, in its second generation and based on Toyota’s premium rear-wheel drive platform, targets a 30-percent increase in range by an improvement in fuel cell system performance and increased hydrogen storage capacity.  The Mirai is an electric vehicle, but it never needs to be plugged in to recharge. An FCEV (Fuel-Cell Electric Vehicle) generates its own electricity onboard from hydrogen & oxygen, with water as the only tailpipe emission. A fill-up takes just about five minutes at an SAE-conforming hydrogen fueling station in California or Hawaii (with stations also planned for the Northeast and other areas). The fuel cell is composed of an anode, a cathode, and an electrolyte membrane. Hydrogen is passed through the anode, and oxygen through the cathode. The hydrogen molecules are split into electrons and protons. As protons pass through the electrolyte membrane, electrons travel along a circuit, generating an electric current and heat. At the cathode, the protons, electrons, and oxygen combine to produce water molecules. There are no other byproducts, just pure water. The second-gen Mirai will go on sale in late 2020.

2020 BMW M8 Gran Coupe Coming In March

The 2020 BMW M8 Gran Coupe and M8 Gran Coupe Competition, powered by a 600 horsepower 4.4 liter S63 M TwinPower Turbo V8 engine and mated to the M Eight-speed Steptronic transmission with Drivelogic, rides on a chassis and body which is 9.1-inches longer, 1.4-inches wider, 2.3-inches taller and with an increased 7.9-inch wheelbase over the M8 Coupe. The Competition models feature firmer suspension settings to further improve steering and lateral responses, stiffer engine mounts, increased front negative camber for increased cornering ability and rear toe-link ball-joints instead of rubber bushings for more precise rear wheel tracking. The M8 Gran Coupe First Edition, with 50 units for the U.S. market, goes into production in March 2020.

2021 Chevrolet Colorado WT, LT and Z71 Go On Sale Next Year

The 2021 Chevrolet Colorado WT, LT and Z71 midsize truck will all receive updated center bars, lower fascias and front skid plates when it goes on sale next year. The ZR2 off-road performance variant has a new front end that provides drivers with improved visibility, Multimatic DSSVTM position-sensitive dampers, standard front and rear electronic locking differentials, 2-inch suspension lift, 3.5-inch wider track, off-road rocker protection, cast iron control arms, Autotrac transfer case, and multiple skid plates, will now come equipped with standard red tow hooks as well.

2020 Subaru Impreza Sedan Starts At $19,595 Now

The 2020 Subaru Impreza sedan and 5-door models, in Base, Premium, Sport and Limited trims and powered by a 152-horsepower 2.0- liter 4-cylinder SUBARU BOXER®engine with direct fuel injection and Subaru Symmetrical All-Wheel Drive, starts at $19,595 (including $900 destination & delivery). Available on all trim levels is the Lineartronic CVT (continuously variable transmission) which, on Premium and above, features a 7-speed manual mode function with steering wheel paddle shifters that allows the driver to control the transmission via seven pre-set ratios. The 2020 Impreza achieves up to 36 highway MPG and more than 450 miles on a full tank. The entry-level Impreza with Lineartronic CVT is priced at $20,895 and includes standard EyeSight Driver Assist Technology, Rear Seat Reminder, high-grade combination meter with 4.2-inch color LCD, Tire Pressure Monitoring System with Automatic Individual Wheel ID Registration and electronic trunk lid release (sedan). A $1,970 option package for Premium adds a Power Moonroof, Blind-Spot Detection with Lane Change Assist and Rear Cross-Traffic Alert, Keyless Access with Push-Button Start and 6-way power driver’s seat.

2020 Chevrolet Corvette Stingray Hardtop Convertible

The mid-engine 2020 Chevrolet Corvette Stingray convertible, priced $7,500 more than entry 1LT Stingray coupe, is the first-ever hardtop Corvette convertible and is powered by the next-generation 495 horsepower 6.2L Small Block V-8 LT2 engine paired with Chevrolet’s first eight-speed dual-clutch transmission. The two-piece top, powered by six electric motors, can be activated at speeds up to 30 mph and retract in as few as 16 seconds. A body-colored roof is standard, while Carbon Flash metallic-painted nacelles and roof are optional. The 2020 Chevrolet Corvette Stingray coupe goes into production at GM’s Bowling Green Assembly in late 2019, with the convertible following in late first-quarter 2020.

2020 BMW X5 M And X6 M Start At $106,095 Next Spring

The 3rd generation BMW X5 M Sports Activity Vehicle and X6 M Sports Activity Coupe are powered by a 600 horsepower  twin-turbocharged S63 V8 engine with the Competition models producing 617 horsepower and mated to an eight-speed M Steptronic transmission with M shift paddles and offering both automatic and manual shift modes with three selectable levels of programming controlling shift speed and sharpness. Intelligent connectivity allows the M Steptronic to adapt its shift strategy according to the route and driving situation by working with the standard Navigation System and if equipped, combining this data with information from the Active Cruise Control system’s radar sensor to shift proactively to the correct gear for upcoming road conditions. Pricing begins at $106,095 for X5 M  (including $995 destination fee), $115,095 for X5 M Competition, $109,595 X6 M and $118,595 for X6 M Competition. Market launch is set for Spring of 2020.

Video: 2019 Jeep Wrangler Rubicon

Scott Brown FCA Group PR West Manager takes us through the attributes of the 2019 Jeep Wrangler Rubicon that offers off-road capability with a body-on-frame design, front and rear five-link suspension system, solid axles and electronic lockers. The 2020 Jeep Wrangler Rubicon starts at $43,290 (including $1,495 destination charge) and is powered by either a 285 horsepower 3.6-liter Pentastar V-6 engine or a 270 horsepower 2.0-liter turbocharged inline four-cylinder engine mated to either a six-speed manual transmission or available eight-speed automatic. The Jeep Wrangler Rubicon has an approach angle of 44 degrees, breakover angle of 27.8 degrees, departure angle of 37 degrees and a ground clearance of 10.9 inches and features next-generation Dana front and rear heavy-duty axles,  off-road rock rails and the Rock-Trac NV241 two-speed transfer case with a 4.0:1 low-range gear ratio. Wrangler Rubicon also includes electric front and rear locking differentials and disconnecting front sway bar.

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2020 Dodge Chargers Arrive in Early 2020 Starting At $31,390

The 2020 Dodge Charger SXT RWD, powered by the standard 292 horsepower Pentastar 3.6-liter V-6 working with a TorqueFlite eight-speed automatic transmission delivers up to 30 mpg on the highway and starts at $31,390 (including $1,495 destination charge). Charger GT RWD, powered by a 300-horsepower Pentastar V-6 paired with the TorqueFlite eight-speed automatic transmission, starts at $33,390. Charger SXT AWD, powered by the standard 292 horsepower Pentastar 3.6-liter V-6 working with a TorqueFlite eight-speed automatic transmission, starts at $35,090. Charger R/T, powered by a 370 horsepower 5.7-liter HEMI V-8 mated to the standard TorqueFlite eight-speed automatic transmission, starts at $37,890. Charger Scat Pack, powered by a 485 horsepower 392 HEMI V-8 mated to the TorqueFlite eight-speed automatic transmission, starts at $41,490.
Charger Scat Pack Widebody, powered by the 485 horsepower 392-cubic-inch HEMI V-8 engine mated to the TorqueFlite eight-speed transmission, starts at $47,490. Charger SRT Hellcat Widebody, new for 2020, and powered by a 707-horsepower supercharged 6.2-liter HEMI® V-8 starts at $71,140. The 717-horsepower Daytona 50th Anniversary Edition starts at $75,635.
2020 Dodge Charger models will start arriving in Dodge//SRT dealerships early in 2020.

2020 Nissan TITAN Coming Early Next Year

The 2020 Nissan TITAN full-size pickup has been redigned and is powered by a 400 horsepower 5.6-liter Endurance® V8 gasoline engine mated with a new 9-speed automatic transmission with a larger final gear ratio. New all-LED lighting has been added to the pickup bed, while the rear exterior design includes new LED lights and tailgate finishers. Features include Intelligent Forward Collision Warning, standard Blind Spot Warning, Rear Cross Traffic Alert and Intelligent Around View Monitor, Intelligent Cruise Control, Intelligent Driver Alertness, Traffic Sign Recognition and Nissan’s Rear Door Alert. The 2020 TITAN, in King Cab and Crew Cab body configurations comes in S, SV, PRO-4X, SL and Platinum Reserve trim levels and goes on sale in early 2020.

2020 Honda Accord Hybrid On Sale For $26,400

The 2020 Honda Accord Hybrid is powered by Honda's third generation 212 horsepower two-motor hybrid-electric powertrain comprised of a 2.0-liter DOHC i-VTEC® Atkinson-cycle engine with 40-percent thermal efficiency and an electric propulsion motor with 232 lb.-ft. of torque. New to the Accord Hybrid for 2020 is an updated Acoustic Vehicle Alert System warning of pedestrians, bicyclists and other road users whenever the car is operating on electric power only (unless in Park). Collision Mitigation Braking System™  with pedestrian detection, Lane Keeping Assist, Adaptive Cruise Control with Low-Speed Follow, and Traffic Sign Recognition are standard. The 2020 Honda Accord Hybrid begins arriving in dealer showrooms tomorrow with a starting price of $26,400 (including $930 destination and handing).

2020 Hyundai NEXO Fuel Cell SUV Gets Up To 380 Mile Range

2020 Hyundai NEXO fuel cell SUV, available in California, with 161 peak horsepower has an estimated driving range of 380 miles for the NEXO Blue model, and 354 miles for the Limited trim. NEXO Blue models have estimated MPGe of 65 city, 58 highway and 61 combined, while NEXO Limited models have an estimated MPGe of 59 city, 54 highway, and 57 combined. NEXO refueling time can be achieved in as little as five minutes. NEXO offers Forward Collision-Avoidance Assist, Lane Following Assist, Driver Attention Warning, High Beam Assist and Remote Smart Parking Assist. RSPA enables NEXO to either autonomously park or retrieve itself from either a parallel or perpendicular parking space with or without a driver in the vehicle. The RSPA system can even autonomously back NEXO into a parking spot with a touch of a key fob button by the driver. For 2020, a newly-available cargo cover, front passenger window auto-up/down and rear privacy glass are now standard on Blue models.

2020 Hyundai Kona Electric With 258 Mile Range

The 2020 Hyundai Kona Electric SUV, the brand's first compact electric crossover for the U.S. market, is on an all-new CUV platform and will offer an enhanced premium navigation system and a battery warmer system. Powered by a 201 horsepower permanent-magnet synchronous electric motor supplied by a 64 kWh lithium-ion battery develops 291 lb.-ft. of torque distributed to the front wheels. The battery system is liquid-cooled and operates at 356 volts. The Kona Electric has a 258-Mile EPA-estimated range, with the EPA-estimated MPGe of 132 city, 108 highway, and 120 combined. Kona Electric battery is covered by Hyundai’s 10-year, 100K mile battery warranty.

2020 Nissan Pathfinder, Murano, Armada On Sale Now

The 2020 Nissan Pathfinder seven-passenger SUV, with either 2-wheel drive or 4-wheel drive in S, SV, SL and Platinum trim levels is powered by a 284 horsepower 3.5-liter V6 with Direct Injection Gasoline™ system and Xtronic transmission and standard maximum towing capacity up to 6,000 pounds starts at $32,675 (including $995 destination and handling).

The 2020 Nissan Murano, in its third generation and available in S, SV, SL and Platinum trim levels, is powered by a 260-horsepower 3.5-liter DOHC V6 connected to an advanced Xtronic transmission. The 2020 Murano is available in front-wheel drive or Intelligent All-Wheel Drive, starts at $32,525 (including $995 destination and handling).

The 2020 Nissan Armada full-size SUV, which adds a new 22" Wheel Package with 22x8-inch 14-spoke forged aluminum-alloy wheels and offers heated outside mirrors standard on all grade levels, is powered by a 390 horsepower 5.6-liter Endurance® V8 with standard 8,500-pound towing capacity in both 4WD and 2WD configurations. The 2020 Armada is available in SV, SL, Platinum and Platinum Reserve trim levels in 4x2 or 4x4 drive configurations, starts at $48,095 (including $995 destination and handling).

All-New Cadillac CT4 Sedan Available To Order Later This Year

The all-new Cadillac CT4 sport sedan, built on Cadillac’s RWD sedan architecture with all-wheel drive available on all models, is powered by a 237 horsepower 2.0L Twin-Scroll Turbo engine, with three-step sliding camshaft technology along with Active Fuel Management and automatic stop/start, mated to an eight-speed automatic transmission. Cadillac’s new 309 horsepower 2.7L Dual-Volute Turbo engine is available on Premium Luxury and is standard on the with CT4-V rated at 325 horsepower matched with a 10-speed automatic transmission with Electronic Precision Shift. Super Cruise driver assistance, available in calendar year 2020, enables customers to drive hands-free on more than 200,000 miles of compatible highways in the U.S. and Canada, using LiDAR map data, high-precision GPS, a state-of-the-art driver attention system and a network of camera and radar sensors. The driver attention system helps keep drivers engaged by detecting and signaling when drivers need to pay more attention to the road. The 2020 Cadillac CT4 will be available for ordering later this year. Pricing and additional information will be announced closer to the start of regular production.