A closer look at the photos of the Mazda Shinari show the concept sports sedan is loaded with technology.

General Motors announced the 2011 Chevy Cruze 5-door hatchback will be unveiled at the Paris Motor Show. The vehicle will be available only in Europe.

Mercedes-Benz releases version 2.0 of its mbrace iPhone app.

Automotive News reports on Land Rover’s new model plans.

DriverSide has worked up a list of the top-five overcharged repair jobs in no particular order. Have a look.

New cars to get MPG grades on their EPA window stickers, Infiniti M debuts as company’s first hybrid, Mazda3 doesn’t need to be a hybrid, and we drive the Infiniti G37 Sport convertible.

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Ford announces the Police Interceptor utility, a police car based on its new Explorer.

Sonoro Audio announces the limited-edition Mini Rocks Sonoro Elements W Internet radio.

Mercedes-Benz announced the unveiling of the 2012 CLS-class. The popular four-door coupe has a new sportier look.

Car will take its battery pack temperature, then automatically cool or warm it to optimal temperature range before charging or engaging the battery.

Originally posted at Green Tech