Roadside Reading : August 18th 2011

The automotive world spins at break-neck speed and it sometimes proves difficult to stay up to date on all the latest news and stories amid our ultra-busy schedules. That's why everyday at lunch hour, Roadside Reading serves up five bite-size news to fuel you up in record time.

Kia: lots of new stuff coming our way
Kia is becoming increasingly popular with new car buyers and certainly doesn’t intend to rest on its laurels. The Korean brand will be presenting a RWD coupe concept at the upcoming Frankfurt Motor Show, to replace the aging Sedona, developing a seven-speed, dual-clutch, automatic transmission, giving the Sorento a facelift for 2013 and serving up a new Forte very soon. (find out more: Car & Driver)

A peak at Lincoln’s next transformation
Do you sometimes have trouble telling Lincoln and Ford products apart? You’re not the only one, and the blue oval’s luxury division has the firm intention of making this right in the next couple of years. The goal is to make the Lincoln products unique. On the menu: huge, completely retractable glass roofs, driver-adjustable suspensions and full AWD availability on all models. (find out more: AutoWeek)

1 billion cars on earth
The number of registered vehicles on the planet hit the 1 billion mark for the first time in 2010 thanks to a 3.6% increase in vehicle population, the strongest since 2000. The US still tops the charts, followed by China and Japan, while the Brazilian and Indian markets have literally exploded. (find out more: Wards Auto)

Which electric car is right for you? Ask EV Profiler
Electric vehicles are getting more and more attention from earth-conscious consumers. But how do make sure you pick the right one for your needs? EV Profiler is a device you mount in your car that analyzes your driving habits (distance, speed, etc) and tells you what you need. For the very reasonable sum of 25$ per week, you can make sure you’ll never regret buying a particular model. (find out more: Autoblog Green)

Debt collection process starts against Saab
The Swedish Debt Agency has officially started the debt collection process against Saab, who hasn’t been able to meet the deadline to pay two suppliers. The process can last from one to three months and be halted any time if the debts are repaid. If not, the Swedish authorities may request that Saab file for bankruptcy. (find out more: The Detroit News)


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