Car News

2016 Ford Focus RS promoted through a movie series
Ford is promoting its new generation Focus RS with a series of videos, scheduled to be introduced in the next few weeks. Called â€Rebirth of an iconâ€, the movies show the development of the latest generation Focus RS through documented series filmed during every stage of the vehicle’s evolution.

Skoda Octavia RS TDI gets all wheel drive
Skoda is introducing for the first time an all wheel drive system on the Octavia RS. The third generation, launched in 2013, is very popular in Europe, so the Czech manufacturer decided to expand its range with the introduction of new version, available on both body variants: the sedan and the estate.

Audi myServices and myCarManager available on the new A4 and Q7
We all know that Audi is investing a lot of money into its car, trying to make them as technologically advanced as they can. Audi is broadening its range of online services. The new Audi connect offerings myCarManager and myService allow the customer to control specific functions remotely by smartphone or arrange a service appointment online.

Android Auto available on Chevrolet cars from 2016
Most of current car manufacturers understood that their clients need to be connected wherever they go. This means Apple CarPlay or Android Auto availability in new cars, helping clients to easily connect their smartphones. This feature is very useful even in sport cars like the Chevrolet Corvette.

BMW caught cheating with NOx levels
According to Auto Bild Germany, BMW is also in trouble. The German magazine is reporting that the X3 xDrive 20d has failed during a street test.

Matthias Muller is expected to be named Volkswagen Group CEO
Reuters is reporting Porsche’s CEO Matthias Müller will be named Volkswagen Group CEO. The official statement will be made tomorrow following the Supervisory Board meeting.

What is the Cost of Ownership Associated with Owning a New Car?
The cost of owning a new vehicle includes more than just the sale price or the monthly payments. Some might think the cost of ownership does not matter in the long run, but knowing a vehicles cost could save you thousands. Comparing costs over 5 years is a good shopping indicator.

Martin Winterkorn resigns
Martin Winterkorn has decided to resign following the huge Dieselgate scandal. Here is his official statement.

DieselGate – 11 million cars made by Volkswagen have the defeat device
Volkswagen has announced that approximately 11 million cars from all over the globe have installed the defeat device that was able to trick the emission test.

2016 Volkswagen Passat facelift – Official pictures and details
Volkswagen has officially unveiled the 2016 Passat facelift in the US. The car was designed to fix all the problems that the predecessor have had it but it also comes with a few exterior tweaks.