We’ve been expecting for some time that Mercedes-Benz would choose to grace its New York Auto Show stand with a variant on its new A-Class family as part of a push to bring a new range of small cars to North America. However, it now seems more likely that Los Angeles audiences will get a vision of Mercedes’ entry-level future, not New York. Funk Flex Find Flex On Google+
Auto Talk: 2011 Hyundai Equus Ultimate: Wrap-Up
There was a point in time where if we read one more lede that started with “Hyundai sure is on a roll these days,” we would have clawed our eyes out. Fact of the matter, though, is that those words were absolutely true. Hyundai has really come a long way here in the United States, especially in the past couple of years. Funk Flex Find Flex On Google+
Auto Talk: Volkswagen Confirms Late 2013 Launch Date For All-Electric Golf
As we said when we first drove the Volkswagen Golf Blue-e-motion, Volkswagen is taking its time getting into the all-electric game. Given the tremendous ups and downs that electric vehicles and EV start-up companies are going through, maybe making sure you have a car where everything is working smoothly – to say nothing about getting the infrastructure in place – isn’t such a bad idea. Funk Flex Find Flex On Google+
Auto Talk: 2013 Mazda CX-5 Configurator Zips Online
If you’ve got that compact crossover itch that only something as sporting as the Mazda CX-5 can scratch, you’re in luck. The smallest Mazda crossover is on sale now, and its online configurator tool is live. Funk Flex Find Flex On Google+
Auto Talk: Ford Sued For Allegedly Using Defective Gas Tanks In F-Series And E-Series From 1999 To 2008
According to a report from Reuters, Ford has been sued for allegedly selling F-Series pickup trucks and E-Series vans with defective fuel tank linings. The suit alleges that Ford knew about the problem and continued to sell affected vehicles over a 10-year period. Funk Flex Find Flex On Google+
Auto Talk: BMW 7 Series Getting Mid-cycle Updates For 2013
The 2013 BMW 7 Series has an appointment for some cosmetic surgery, according to a report in Car & Driver. The restyle will be minimal, with detail changes around the fascia going just far enough to let other 7 Series owners know that you have the latest model. Funk Flex Find Flex On Google+
