As the Volkswagen brand takes aim at 800,000 annual U.S. sales by 2018, it plans to offer more vehicles and features targeted specifically at American buyers, top executives said in interviews. Hit the jump to read the rest of the story. @WiL
Auto Talk: GM’s European Unit Opel/Vauxhall Said To Be Considering Hybrid Partner
General Motors Co.’s European unit Opel/Vauxhall is considering taking on a partner in the field of fuel-saving hybrid powertrains in order to share development costs, as the brand rolls out more gasoline-electric cars. Hit the jump to read the rest of the story. Funk Flex Find Flex On Google+
Auto Talk: The Concept Car That Survived A Civil War
The car is the Plymouth XNR Concept, it was designed and likely named by Chrysler styling chief Virgil Exner in 1960 as a way to explore a grab-bag of influences. Namely Jaguar roadsters and jet aircraft. Built by Ghia in Italy, powered by a Nascar-ready version of the company’s slant six churning 250 hp. Hit the jump to read the rest of the story and see pics. Funk Flex Find Flex On Google+
(Photos) Look At The Wheels: Cadillac Ciel Convertible
Cadillac’s Ciel concept convertible highlights the future of Cadillac design and hints at a potential flagship model. Hit the jump to see the pics. @WiL
Auto Talk: VW To Offer Up Minicar With Frugal Engine, High Tech Features
Volkswagen has released pictures and details of its new Up minicar that will take aim at rivals such as the Fiat Panda, Renault Twingo and Peugeot 107 in Europe’s popular minicar segment. Hit the jump to read the rest of the story. Funk Flex Find Flex On Google+
Auto Talk: BMW Exec Expects Mercedes To Start 2012 As Top Seller In U.S.
The BMW brand is on a pace to become the top-selling luxury auto brand in the U.S. this year, but it will probably be outsold by Daimler AG’s Mercedes-Benz early next year, a top executive said. Hit the jump to read the rest of the story. Funk Flex Find Flex On Google+
