Sharky's Notebook

In terms of green car technology, North America is just catching up to the rest of the world. As green technology costs come in line with the value to the consumer, we'll probably see more eco-friendly cars hit the street. Whether it's gasoline-electric hybrids, hydrogen fuel cells, electric, new-generation diesel or the next big thing, AutoWeek cover it on these pages.

The Concours of America at Meadow Brook is moving to the other side of the Detroit area.

COPY EDITOR CYNTHIA L. OROSCO: A couple of nights in the Camry were fine, but nothing to write home about. The looks didn't do much for me, the interior was fine and the power was just OK.

The 2011 Nissan Rogue will debut Saturday at the 23rd International Z Car Convention in Nashville, Tenn.

General Motors said today that buyer interest in the new Chevrolet Volt has prompted the automaker to boost 2012 production plans for the plug-in hybrid to 45,000 units from 30,000.

In today's News Brake: Felipe Massa returns to the site of his accident, President Obama stops by Michigan, and we test-drive the 2010 Mercedes-Benz C63 AMG . . . But Wait, There's More!

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In this AW Product Profile, we take you inside the 2011 Ford Explorer.

MOTORSPORTS EDITOR MAC MORRISON: This is one bad boy right here.

In this Product Profile, AW's Bob Gritzinger joins Jim Holland, chief engineer of the 2011 Ford Explorer, for more on the redesigned SUV.

It's one of the most iconic names in the auto world: The Z car. No matter the number--240, 350, 370--that singular letter rings true with enthusiasts.

It's one of the most iconic names in the auto world: The Z car. No matter the number--240, 350, 370--that singular letter rings true with enthusiasts.

It's one of the most iconic names in the auto world: The Z car. No matter the number--240, 350, 370--that singular letter rings true with enthusiasts.

Baseball Hall-of-Famer and five-time World Series winner Reggie Jackson bought his first car before he could legally drive. And while that Ford won't be offered at the Mecum Monterey Auction, 15 cars from his collection will.

Baseball Hall-of-Famer and five-time World Series winner Reggie Jackson bought his first car before he could legally drive. And while that Ford won't be offered at the Mecum Monterey Auction, 15 cars from his collection will.

The 2010 Pebble Beach Concours d'Elegance will pay tribute to all that is Alfa Romeo, celebrating the 100-year anniversary of the Italian auto manufacturer founded as Anonima Lombarda Fabbrica Automobili.

The 2010 Pebble Beach Concours d'Elegance will pay tribute to all that is Alfa Romeo, celebrating the 100-year anniversary of the Italian auto manufacturer founded as Anonima Lombarda Fabbrica Automobili.

In today's News Brake: Nissan Z owners head to Nashville, an update on Jack Roush's condition, and we take a closer look at the 2011 Shelby GT350 . . . But Wait, There's More!