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Last week, we were holding down the fort in the Big Apple. We had so much fun talking cars with Bill Press on his morning radio show back in January (during the Detroit show), that we did it again. This time, we focused our conversation on: Car brands’ ‘bread-and-butter’ models Luxury features on entry-level models […]

Imagine standing aboard an aircraft carrier in the water, when all of a sudden the deck begins to move you upward, raising you to eye level with two special showpieces from two iconic brands. That’s what it was like to be one of nearly 200 witnesses at Land Rover’s launch event ahead of the New […]

On January 14, I got to spend some time chatting with Bill Press on his nationally syndicated radio show. The topic? The 2014 North American International Auto Show, a.k.a. the Detroit Auto Show. I reported live from the Motor City last week to provide The Bill Press Show a run-down of the mood at NAIAS […]

The New York International Auto Show opens to media tomorrow with a slew of press conferences. In fact, the schedule is so packed that half-a-dozen reveals are scheduled for tonight. What was that about the early bird and the worm? I’m not sure how I feel about scheduling exclusive reveals ahead of the first press […]

Good morning and happy Tuesday from the Big Apple! I’m here for the New York International Auto Show (#NYIAS on Twitter), which runs from March 27 and 28 (press days) through April 7 (for the public). First stop, the Grand Hyatt Kicking off the show is the NADA and J.D. Power Automotive Forum. I’ve had […]

If you’re like me, then you were green with envy for those who were covering the Geneva Auto Show live last week. Our friends over at Autoweek had the pleasure, and tremendous challenge, of selecting the cream of the crop in Geneva. With debuts like the CLA and the hybrid LaFerrari, the decision had to […]

BY Owen Bergwall, Green Car & Technology Contributor I’m a fan of fun, efficient and stylish automotive packaging. I get excited when a new automotive technology increases power, overall performance, reduces emissions – and does it all in a smart, simple and cost-effective manner. Mean, green driving enjoyment for all is a terrific mantra, but […]

The Corvette has been a hot topic for months. Pictures and video frames were leaked, #Corvettepredictions were made via Twitter. Enthusiasts and journalists everywhere couldn’t wait any longer for January 13, 2013. All of that energy and enthusiasm collided last night when at least 2,000 people witnessed the highly-anticipated unveiling in a large warehouse on […]

We are on our way to Detroit, Mich. to join thousands of journalists from around the globe at what’s expected to be the pinnacle of this year’s auto show season. The most anticipated vehicle reveal? The 2014 Chevrolet Corvette. The excitement on Twitter, Facebook and our favorite auto blogs is palpable. Want a glimpse of […]

With 112 years at its back, the New York International Auto Show (NYIAS) packs a historical punch. Be Car Chic is on the way to the Big Apple to bring you coverage of the latest and greatest from automobile manufacturers around the globe. Here’s what we’ll be up to the next few days: Reporting from […]

Next week, thousands of automakers, journalists, bloggers, and industry representatives will converge on New York City to witness the unveiling of the latest offerings for 2012 and 2013. Your trusty Be Car Chic editor, Melanie Batenchuk, will also be on hand in the Big Apple to bring you the latest coverage. On Tuesday, April 3, […]

Jeep debuted a production-intent Grand Cherokee at the Houston Auto Show yesterday, and the new ‘stealth mode’ GC will show its black-gloss face at the Washington Auto Show today. In a post on Chrysler’s blog, the company described the ‘concept’ as having a stunning exterior with distinct, aggressive flair. Paired with the vehicle’s showings at […]

The first policy media day of the Washington Auto Show kicked off bright and early today with a carmaker and a legislator who explored the state of the automotive industry from their unique perspectives. While the Detroit Auto Show left us feeling rosy about the products, today’s policy talk made it clear that there are […]

The 2012 Washington Auto Show begins this week with two media-focused days, starting with National Journal’s Driving Innovation Live Policy Summit on Capitol Hill. The event will focus on job creation and innovation in the auto industry, the state of U.S. auto manufacturing, and the latest trends in green technology. On Wednesday, January 25, Senator Jeff […]

We are finally settled in following an exciting show in Detroit, and now it’s time to get ready for the Washington Auto Show. Be Car Chic, DC Auto Geek and our friends at the National Automobile Dealers Association (NADA) will be kicking off a new year of #DCCarChat events following the National Journal Live Policy […]

Auto Shows are abound with awards and recognition for automakers that have put their heart and soul – and R&D dollars – into new products. I thought it might be fun to take a less serious approach to ‘honoring’ (and I do use that term loosely) the concept cars displayed at the 2012 North American […]

After a few long years of easing back to normal, Detroit is back! Yes, all signs point to a complete metamorphosis of the Motor City and its annual auto show. Today was Day 1 of the Press Preview at the North American International Auto Show (NAIAS), and we spent it hustling from one reveal to […]

I’m pretty sure that the automotive die-hards born and bred in Detroit don’t consider it a new year until the North American International Auto Show kicks off each January. Not to worry, I landed in the Motor City today to help them ring in 2012. I immediately sensed the excitement and anticipation for the show […]

This weekend, I attended the 3rd Annual Ferraris on the Vine event in Williamsburg, Va. While I realize that I’m a “DC” Automotive Examiner, sometimes it is fun to share events that are only a day trip away. Plus, it was my anniversary weekend, so I figured, “What better way to spend it than among […]

A few weeks ago, I wrote a post asking you to help Toyota solve the plural Prius puzzle.  Voting ends tomorrow, February 17. That means there’s only ONE day left to vote for what Toyota should name its line of Prius vehicles. I’m opting for just calling them all “Prius” because it’s become synonymous with “hybrid” […]