The ‘YJL,’ featuring classic styling and modern upgrades, was inspired by company founder Ted Wentz II’s 1989 YJ Sahara…
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Hagerty to Partner with The Henry Ford
Hagerty, an automotive lifestyle brand and provider of collector car insurance, has pledged $1 million to The Henry Ford and has been named the institution’s newest Partner in Innovation. “Hagerty and The Henry Ford are like-minded organizations that each have a passion for activating the car-enthusiast community and inspiring a new generation of drivers and… Continue reading Hagerty to Partner with The Henry Ford
Survey: Consumers Prefer to Buy ADAS
The study found that 44% of drivers would prefer to pay upfront for ADAS or self-driving features while just 18% would prefer a subscription model…
Superformance Begins Vehicle Development Following New NHTSA Regulations
The low volume manufacturer plans to offer turn-key versions of its GT40, Mark II and III Roadsters and Corvette Grand Sport replicas…
D.C. Auto Show Postponed
Due to the ongoing health emergency in the District of Columbia and around the world, the 2021 Washington, D.C. Auto Show will be postponing the event from its previously scheduled March 26 through April 4 timeframe, organizers announced. Show organizers are working closely with the District government and the Walter E. Washington Convention Center to… Continue reading D.C. Auto Show Postponed
Mercedes-Benz Unveils MBUX Hyperscreen
A feature of the forthcoming EQS, the AI-powered dashboard stretches across the width of the vehicle and gives the front passenger their own display and operating area.
DeLorean Reacts to NHTSA Low Volume Manufacturer Regulations
Due to the delay, the company is now exploring the feasibility of an all-electric powertrain for its replica cars…
Lexus Unveils Limited Edition LC 500 Inspiration Series
Powered by a 471-horsepower V8, only 100 of the aviation-inspired cars will be produced…
Ford Accepting Project Vehicle Program Applications
Ford is now accepting submissions from SEMA-member companies to participate in the 2021 Ford Project Vehicle Program, the automaker announced. The program is open to SEMA-member manufacturers, designers and retailers. Participants must actively promote the vehicle with their products through an established marketing plan and be financially capable of spending promotional dollars, Ford said. Ford… Continue reading Ford Accepting Project Vehicle Program Applications
Outdoor ‘Motor Bella’ Event to Replace 2021 NAIAS
The North American International Auto Show (NAIAS) has announced it will not hold its 2021 auto show as planned. Instead, show officials revealed a “bridge to the future” with an auto-centric event called Motor Bella. The new event will feature next-generation mobility and vehicle debuts to media, show-goers and automotive enthusiasts while also addressing continued… Continue reading Outdoor ‘Motor Bella’ Event to Replace 2021 NAIAS
Porsche 911 Leads 2020 Collector Car Sales
CLASSIC.COM released its 2020 statistics for the classic and collector car auction market. At $104.5m in gross sales, the Porsche 911 was once again the top-selling model, above the Chevrolet Corvette with $75.1m in sales and the Ford Mustang with $40.1m* in sales (*$71m including the Shelby Mustang). For the year, Porsche 911 USD-denominated sales… Continue reading Porsche 911 Leads 2020 Collector Car Sales
‘SEMA: Battle of the Builders’ Special Set to Premiere
The “SEMA: Battle of the Builders” TV special will premiere Feb. 7 on History Channel…
Porsche Unveils 25th Anniversary 718 Boxster
Based on the 718 Boxster GTS 4.0, the special edition model will incorporate design features of the original Boxster concept car…
Amelia Island Concours d’Elegance Postponed
Citing COVID-19 developments both locally and around the globe, the 26th Annual Amelia Island Concours d’Elegance will move to May 20-23, event organizers announced. “At the outbreak of the COVID-19 pandemic The Amelia Island Concours d’Elegance Foundation made a promise to put the safety of our spectators, volunteers, entrants, judges, vendors, sponsors, staff and board… Continue reading Amelia Island Concours d’Elegance Postponed
GM Unveils New Logo
General Motors is debuting a new logo as part of the company’s comprehensive efforts to accelerate mass adoption of electric vehicles, the automaker announced. The company is also evolving its brand identity as GM transforms itself to deliver on a vision that creates a world with zero crashes, zero emissions and zero congestion, the company… Continue reading GM Unveils New Logo