Whitby, ON. BMW Canada is pleased to confirm that the BMW X1 will go on sale in Canada in calendar year 2011. The X1 has been conceived with the flexibility to offer traditional rear-wheel drive and xDrive all-wheel drive configurations, as well as a wide variety of gasoline and diesel powertrain choices. In light of rapidly evolving North American market demands, fuel prices, and regulatory standards, elements of the X1's Canadian launch plan, including engine and drivetrain configurations, are not yet confirmed and will be announced closer to market launch.

Don't miss the Vancouver Olympic Games if you want to catch a glimpse of the 2010 Chevrolet Malibu Hybrid! While General Motors is busy developing a "parallel"-type hybrid variant of this midsize sedan for the 2011 model year (rumor has it the car could also be a plug-in hybrid), the bankrupt automaker announced in June that the few 2010 models being produced would find their way into vehicle fleets across the continent.

In a study entitled "The automobile industry confronted with a decline in global demand," Euler Hermes SFAC reviews the outlook for the sector. A plunge in global demand and massive destocking are such that in future, the industry will need to find ways to share certain costs through tie-ups and alliances.

BMW Group Canada is pleased to announce the appointment of Stephen McDonnell as Director, Sales for BMW Canada, John Cappella as Director, MINI Canada and Michael Ferreira as Regional Manager, Central Region, BMW Canada effective July 1, 2009. As Director, Sales, Stephen McDonnell will report to Franz Jung, President and CEO, BMW Group Canada. In his new role, Stephen will be responsible for BMW Sales, Sales Operations and Regional Operations.

Following media speculation, MUGEN EURO Co., Ltd has confirmed the development of a highly-tuned Honda Civic Type R 'MUGEN' concept prototype road car, using the same powertrain as the Civic MUGEN RR saloon launched in 2007 in Japan.

Suddenly you note that your trailer has a life of its own. While driving downhill, it starts weaving back and forth by itself and things don't improve when you apply the brakes. You break into a sweat and you're close to panicking.

It still can't be considered a true revival of Canadian automotive sales, but moral is definitely up with several automakers, which have recorded an increase in sales during the last month. In fact, the Canadian average, a 13.2% drop, is the best recorded since the beginning of 2009.

Porsche Cars Canada, Ltd. today announced the appointment of Joe Lawrence to the position of Chief Executive Officer.

smart Canada has announced that buyers of their fortwo minicar will benefit from free scheduled maintenance for 3 years or 54,000 km, whichever comes first. The offer is valid on all new or demonstrator 2009 fortwo models.

He has long been revered as one of the many legends surrounding the world's most uncompromising sports car brand - Valentino Balboni, a remarkable test driver with his own personal cult status. Automobili Lamborghini now presents a model in his honour and bearing his name - the Gallardo LP 550-2 Valentino Balboni.

The specialists will tell you, cleaning a car requires extensive care, good products and the patience of a saint. Especially if you're doing it yourself. But mishandle products or use inappropriate ones, and you can kiss the desired results goodbye.

Preh, a leading supplier of automotive driver controls, sensors and electronic control units, has been awarded contracts to develop and produce the new electronic climate control system for the 2010 MY Ford Taurus and Ford Flex.

The new Audi navigation system plus with MMI (Multi Media Interface) operating logic in the A3, TT and R8 offers improved screen resolution and unmatched route calculation speed. The radio-navigation system, version E (RNS-E), can be combined with the Audi music interface and reads up to 32 GB SD memory cards. The new system is available immediately and costs between 2,270 and 2,565 euros, depending on the model.

Chrysler dealers across North America still have reasons to worry. Faced with a challenging economic situation and a promising though still precarious corporate outlook, GMAC Financial Services, owned by Cerberus (Chrysler's former owner), have put an end to all inventory financing deals.

"As part of its long-term viability plan, General Motors has decided that its ownership stake in the New United Motor Manufacturing Incorporated (NUMMI) joint venture with Toyotawill not be a part of the 'New GM'. After extensive analysis, GM and Toyota could not reach an agreement on a future product plan that made sense for all parties."

Jaguar today announced the introduction of the 2010 Jaguar XF Supercharged, the fourth and newest member of its acclaimed XF lineup. The vehicle, a mid-year release, is powered by a 470 hp version of the 5.0-liter supercharged AJ-V8 Gen III engine that debuted at this year's Detroit Auto Show. The XF Supercharged will go on sale in October 2009, and will be priced starting at $68,000 MSRP.

Dorel Juvenile Group, Inc., a division of Dorel Industries (TSX: DII.B, DII.A), and the nation's largest juvenile products manufacturer, today announced the launch of Air Protect(TM), the most innovative and groundbreaking safety feature ever offered in a car seat.

Aston Martin has developed a new luxury commuter concept; the 'Cygnet' which will offer customers a distinctive, intelligent and exclusive solution for urban travel in style and luxury. The concept will offer Aston Martin trademark design in a commuter car package based on the critically acclaimed Toyota iQ with a Euro NCAP 5-star safety package.

Long before Subaru introduced its Outback and AMC offered its range of Eagle AWD cars, some Americans bought 4-wheel drive automobiles. But they were rare and designed as work horses, not as fashionable vehicles with chrome wheels. This 1940 Ford Standard Station Wagon equipped with a Marmon-Herrington 4WD system is one of them.

Valentino Rossi has indicated he might be willing to switch to formula one in 2011 if Ferrari will run a third car.