In the upheaval that swallowed up GM, there were bound to be some casualties. Unfortunately, Pontiac was one of those casualties. With a notification in April that the brand would be terminated, GM built its last Pontiac, a G6 sedan, at around 12:45pm yesterday. As you can imagine, there were no celebrations. In fact, the only people allowed in the facility were a group of "final process" workers to oversee the last 100 G6 models assembled.Pontiac was 82 years old, and like many brand that ha... Read Full Story

It must surely be good news for GM when two-thirds (or about 66 percent) of all Camaros sold have been the V8-powered SS model. But the General is not completely happy because it originally hoped that most buyers would go for the more fuel-efficient V6 model, which would boost the automaker's Corporate Average Fuel Economy (CAFE).The Camaro SS is powered by a 420-hp 6.2L V8 and, with a starting price of $31,595, is the most expensive Camaro in the lineup. The V6 Camaro, on the other hand, sta... Read Full Story

The 2010 Ford Fusion sedan has just been crowned as MOTOR TREND’s 2010 Car of the Year. Just recently the Fusion became one of the top 10 best-selling cars America."Ford has proven its resilience in these tough times by delivering to market a car with broad appeal to a broad range of consumers,” said Angus MacKenzie, MOTOR TREND editor-in-chief. “The Fusion range has matured into a competitive roster of midsize sedans, able to compete with sales juggernauts such as the Toyota Camry and Honda ... Read Full Story

GM announced yesterday that it will debut the North American version of the Chevrolet Cruze at the 2009 LA Auto Show, which begins on December 2. The Cruze has already been launched in Europe and Asia and will hit North American showrooms in the third-quarter of 2010. It will feature a lineup of fuel-efficient engines, including a base 1.4L 4-cylinder that will deliver up to 40 mpg on the highway.GM also said it will release more details on the initial retail markets where the Volt will be so... Read Full Story

If true, auto enthusiasts will get their way -- According to a report from CarandDriver, Bob Lutz has confirmed the production of a CTS-V Sport Wagon. Americans aren't really fond of wagons, but maybe a sports wagon can help change their perception. Follow the jump for some excerpts from CarandDriver..."You know what's really going to get you guys [on board with wagons] is the CTS-V wagon.""Oh, has the wagon been confirmed?" we asked, already aware that the hot-rod CTS would also be available... Read Full Story

As it turns out, changing the Chryler logo was part of Fiat's restructuring strategy for the struggling American automaker. We have no complaints - the new logo looks classy yet more modern. Let's just hope this is a sign of more good things to come from the company.I can't stress how much nicer this logo looks compared to the old one. Read Full Story

As it turns out, changing the Chryler logo was part of Fiat's restructuring strategy for the struggling American automaker. We have no complaints - the new logo looks classy yet more modern. Let's just hope this is a sign of more good things to come from the company.I can't stress how much nicer this logo looks compared to the old one. Read Full Story

Honda has released the pricing for its awkwardly-styled 2010 Accord Crosstour crossover. Prices start at $29,670 for the base 2WD EX model and jumps to $36,220 for a fully-loaded 4WD EX-L. EPA numbers were also release, with the 2WD model Crosstour getting 18mpg city and 27mpg highway. The 4WD model will get 17mpg and 25 mpg, respectively. Honda's 3.5L V6 with Variable Cylinder Management is standard in the Accord Crosstour. Read Full Story

Honda has released the pricing for its awkwardly-styled 2010 Accord Crosstour crossover. Prices start at $29,670 for the base 2WD EX model and jumps to $36,220 for a fully-loaded 4WD EX-L. EPA numbers were also release, with the 2WD model Crosstour getting 18mpg city and 27mpg highway. The 4WD model will get 17mpg and 25 mpg, respectively. Honda's 3.5L V6 with Variable Cylinder Management is standard in the Accord Crosstour. Read Full Story

In another surprising announcement, Ford says it made nearly $1 billion in profits ($997 million to be exact) for the third-quarter of 2009, its first operating profit in nearly two years. Ever since GM and Chrysler filed for bankruptcy, it has been all good news the Dearborn automaker. Just recently, it reported a sales increase for the month of October, the second consecutive month of increase."Our third quarter results clearly show that Ford is making tremendous progress despite the prolon... Read Full Story