– Allow us a moment and we’ll detail the fresh product updates Nissan has cooked up for 2016. We’re disappointed to report the lack of a V-8 Altima or any mention of the litigation-courting ZEOD RC/BladeGlider EV, although there are more important, more normal things afoot: The company will refresh its best-selling Altima and smaller Sentra later this year—no information or photos have been provided as of yet—the Xterra is dead, and
Feel that slight chill in the air? That’s right—summer is on its way out, with a new season right behind it: Teaser Season, the transitional state that precedes Auto Show Season. And the first leaf to blow into our yards is this Audi e-tron Quattro concept sketch, teasing a concept set to debut at this year’s International Motor Show in Frankfurt. It’s pretty much your first look at the upcoming
-Thirty-five years ago, who knew that rugged utes, subscribers to the oldest school of SUV-dom, would become status symbols? Mercedes’ Geländewagen makes news when some guy buys one for Kylie Jenner. GM takes the hoary Suburban, slaps a Cad badge and some Volvo-esque taillights on the thing and prints money. And staid Toyota still trickles out a stream of serious-business Land Cruisers outfitted in a manner that reminds old-timers that, before
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– Acura was the first Japanese carmaker to challenge the luxury establishment, rolling into the big-bucks banquet in 1986 with a bold corporate mantra: “Precision Crafted Performance.” Yet it didn’t take long for Honda’s luxury division to stray from that lofty credo and embark on a meandering identity quest that’s only now beginning to show tiny glimpses of returning to its roots—on the passenger-car side of the house, at least.
The SpaceX founder tells Stephen Colbert that a thermonuclear bomb could be key to starting a Martian real estate boom.
Donald Trump belittled the physical appearance of fellow Republican U.S. presidential candidate Carly Fiorina in remarks published on Wednesday, saying: “Look at that face. Would anyone vote for that?” The comments by the billionaire real estate developer published in an article on the website of Rolling Stone magazine were aimed at the only woman in the large field of Republicans vying for their party’s 2016 presidential nomination. The magazine reported
NEW YORK (Reuters) – Reis Inc, a commercial real estate data provider, on Wednesday sued Armada Analytics Inc, accusing it of downloading at least 1,562 reports over three years from its proprietary subscription database without paying for them. Armada, a commercial real estate services provider specializing in mortgage debt, was accused of misappropriating login credentials to access Reis’ database online, and continuing to obtain reports through Reis subscribers after payment
SAN FRANCISCO (Reuters) – Apple Inc said on Wednesday its revamped Apple TV will incorporate new content, gaming and shopping apps in its new App Store. Apple said users will be able to use the new remote with an accelerometer and gyroscope to play interactive, multi-player games. The company also announced that Airbnb, real estate company Zillow Group and luxury shopping platform Gilt will also have customized apps for the
Filed under: Buying, Financing, Refinancing ZillowThe weekly mortgage rate chart illustrates the average 30-year fixed interest rate in six-hour intervals. By Lauren Braun Mortgage rates for 30-year fixed mortgages fell almost imperceptibly this week, with the rate borrowers were quoted on Zillow Mortgages at 3.74 percent Tuesday, down 1 basis point from last week. The 30-year fixed mortgage rate hovered around that rate throughout the week. “Rates dipped slightly last
Etro slippers Italian fashion label Etro is partnering with Crystal Cruises to provide branded spa amenities in its guests’ staterooms and penthouses. In the comfort of their own lodgings, cruise travelers can take advantage of both Etro’s bath soaps, toiletries and its accessories, including robes and slippers. This gives an experiential entry to the brand’s spa collection for those unacquainted, and will associate Etro with the memories created while on-board.
Verses and Flow performers Toyota Corp.’s Lexus is giving consumers a second screen viewing experience for its branded television series “Verses and Flow” through a dedicated mobile application. This app connects fans with performers on the show, allowing consumers to both enjoy content and create their own and share it with the platform’s community. This app extends the concept of the show, which gives a platform to well-known black artists across
Officine Panerai timepiece Swiss watchmaker Officine Panerai is entering ecommerce with its first-ever online boutique in the United States market. Panerai’s online storefront enables consumers to shop the brand’s timepieces and accessories as well as get information about the brand’s collections. Operating ecommerce will enable Panerai to reach more American consumers directly than it currently can through its existing network of boutiques. Online entry Selecting the U.S. for its first
Alexander Wang Conglomerate Kering has announced that Balenciaga and Alexander Wang have made the joint decision not to renew the designer’s contract past its first term. Mr. Wang will present his final show as creative director for the house in October 2015 during the spring/summer 2016 fashion week in Paris. Balenciaga will be searching for its next creative director, and will make an announcement at a later date. Parting ways
Chloé fall/winter 2015 eyewear campaign image French fashion house Chloé is celebrating the bonds between female friends in its fall/winter 2015 advertising campaign. The campaign shows models Anja Rubik and Julia Stegner walking arm-in-arm through Paris, their heads bent together as if in the middle of a secret conversation. With recent media attention on famous female friends, Chloé is able to latch on to a cultural moment, making this campaign
