Archive for October, 2010
Alan Mulally has really transformed Ford… for good.
Posted by beltranaboutcars in Automotive, Automotive News on October 26, 2010
Alan Mullaly, an outsider to the Auto industry, has transformed Ford into a winner and admired company. Here are the 4 points why I see Ford as the best standing auto company in the U.S.
Electric Vehicles Congress at Europe
Posted by beltranaboutcars in Automotive, Green and Sustainable Cars on October 21, 2010
I am currently at the U.S., but I definitely want to know more about the EV scenario at Europe. From here I listen and read a lot about the U.S. and China front, as well as some interesting news from other parts of the world. However, Europe will be another interesting front to watch, with […]
James Bond may drive a Toyota subcompact…with an Aston Martin badge
Posted by beltranaboutcars in Automotive, New cars on October 13, 2010
James Bond may drive a new type of Aston Martin. The new vehicle from Aston Martin, the Cygnet, is a rebadged Toyota iQ.
The Volt is no prophet in its own land
Posted by beltranaboutcars in Automotive, Green and Sustainable Cars, New cars on October 12, 2010
There is an old expression that says “no one is prophet in their own land”, and today the Chevy Volt experienced the wisdom behind those words. I am sure that the Volt would get better press, than what it got today, if it was a foreign company vehicle.
Cars that drive themselves…
Posted by beltranaboutcars in Automotive, Automotive News, Tech & Gadgets on October 11, 2010
Imagine waking up in the morning and jumping into rush hour on your car, which drives itself… this sounds like a dream right? Well, Google is testing this technology.
The Volt tour around the U.S., you should try it.
Posted by beltranaboutcars in Automotive, Automotive News, Green and Sustainable Cars on October 8, 2010
The best way to show a new car is by letting people drive it. I am glad to see Chevrolet understanding this with the Volt Unplugged tour… you should try it. Even if you are not interested, how many times will you have the chance to drive an Electric Vehicle? The chances are that only 1 out of 10 of […]
Is the U.S. ready for 62 MPG?
Posted by beltranaboutcars in Automotive, Automotive News on October 7, 2010
The U.S. government is proposing to raise the bar for fuel efficiency up to 62 miles per gallon (MPG), is the U.S. ready for this policy? Vote and share your thoughts!
Tesla Motors recall may be a good luck charm
Posted by beltranaboutcars in Automotive News, Green and Sustainable Cars on October 5, 2010
At the end of last week Tesla Motors recalled its Roadster models due to a possible fire incident with one of its headlamps. This may be good news for this Electric Vehicle company that recently went public because it gives them an opportunity to show their strong commitment with their customers. As I read the news it reminded me of Lexus first recall that established the Japanese luxury brand reputation for their customer orientation and quality.