L.A. Times - Auto Industry News

Auto sales set November records at Honda, Hyundai, Nissan and BMW

By Jerry Hirsch — Mon, 3 Dec 2012 11:28:00 PST

New vehicles sold like gangbusters last month, with several brands setting all-time records for November.

Garelli collection featured in classic motorcycle auction

By Charles Fleming — Wed, 28 Nov 2012 11:25:00 PST

Two of the great European motorcycle collections will go under the gavel in February at the Grand Palais in Paris. To be sold are the Garelli Grand Prix Collection and a private stock of 55 machines belonging to a late French enthusiast.

L.A. Auto Show: Details to know before you go

By David Undercoffler — Tue, 27 Nov 2012 17:15:00 PST

You've read the stories about Ford's upcoming three-cylinder Fiesta and the world debut of Porsche's Cayman . You've drooled over photos of Mercedes-Benz's SLS AMG Black Series and BMW's plug-in hybrid supercar concept .

New $1.25-million Venom GT2 hypercar to kick out 1,500 horsepower

By W.J. Hennigan — Tue, 27 Nov 2012 13:25:00 PST

Texas auto tuner Hennessey Performance Engineering has lifted the veil on its latest turbocharged road demon: the Venom GT2.

L.A. Auto Show: 508-horsepower Volvo hopes to steal some attention

By David Undercoffler — Wed, 21 Nov 2012 10:51:00 PST

Amid all the hoopla surrounding the Los Angeles Auto Show's bigger events, like the world debut of Porsche's Cayman , Toyota's RAV4 or Jaguar bringing sexy (and powerful) back, Volvo would kindly like you not to forget it exists.

October is another strong month for U.S. auto sales

By Jerry Hirsch — Thu, 1 Nov 2012 08:18:00 PDT

Auto sales posted another good month in October, with business strong enough early in the month to overcome sales lost to Hurricane Sandy over the last week.

European losses weigh on GM profits; China, U.S. business strong

By Jerry Hirsch — Wed, 31 Oct 2012 09:21:00 PDT

General Motors Co. profits dipped during the third quarter, hurt by Europe’s economic slump, but were better than Wall Street expected and highlighted the strength of the automaker's operations in North America and Asia.

SEMA: Turbocharged Cadillac runs 220.5 mph down Texas highway

By W.J. Hennigan — Tue, 30 Oct 2012 11:30:00 PDT

SEMA: Kia and DC Entertainment unveil superhero themed cars

By W.J. Hennigan — Tue, 30 Oct 2012 12:10:00 PDT

LAS VEGAS –Batman has the Batmobile. Green Hornet has Black Beauty. But why did the other superheroes miss out on a flashy ride?

Petersen Automotive Museum to host Corvette anniversary celebration

By David Undercoffler — Sun, 28 Oct 2012 07:10:00 PDT

Next year is shaping up to be quite eventful for Chevy's iconic Corvette. Not only will the all-new seventh-generation model debut ahead of the Detroit Auto Show in January, but throughout the year the car and those who love it will be celebrating the Corvette's 60th anniversary.