Well, sort of.

Acura's American diesel program is deader than John McCain's presidential ambitions--so says Autoblog Green.  Just prior to their Prop 8 protest walkout, the Green gang was informed by Sage Marie of Honda's US arm that the Acura diesel plan was being put on indefinate hold.  Marie remarked that business factors, such as diesel costs and falling car sales, caused the decision. 

http://www.motorsport.com/news/article.asp?ID=315052

The Le Mans 24-hour race is sanctioned by the Autombile Club de l'Ouest. The ACO has canceled a scheduled test day, which cuts out a week of travel and accomodation expenses.

In other words, at one of the highest levels of motorsports, they're trying to cut costs. Expect it at all levels, and also from manufacturers. Get ready for fewer models with fewer choices of trim on each model. 

It may sound odd to you, but the Renault-Nissan Alliance hasn't produced any modern V6 Diesel engines - so far. After all the alliance, will have a decent engine to go with their 10th anniversary next year.

The first Diesel V6 engine developed and produced by the Alliance bares the code V9X. It is based on dCi common rail technology, and know-how derived from the 2.0 dCi straight four engine (year 2005).

If all you want is a way around town, these are alternatives.

   http://www.informationweek.com/news/showArticle.jhtml?articleID=210800297&cid=nl_IWK_daily_H

Most will probably go the way of the Stanley Steamer, but one manufacturer, not necessarily one of these twelve, will likely prosper.

Wisconsin to Mexico in a smart fortwo. Total miles 3,928. Ave. MPG 37.689, interstate 70+ mph 32.8 to 35.2 MPG. 2-lane 55 to 60 mph 42.5 to 49.06 MPG. 14 fuel stops total. Fuel cost total $414.21.

Subaru
http://www.carcentral.com.au/200806281752/hybrid/electric/g8-hokkaido-summit-hosts-unveiling-of-subaru-plug-in-hybrid.html

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nw60RIrFXJs

Car & Driver's Csaba Csere made a YouTube video that does a great job of looking at the facts.

Ford has released
images and details on the 2009 Mustang that’s pretty much a carry over
the 2008 model, which is quite logical as the American carmaker gears

http://online.wsj.com/article_print/SB121685880778279315.html

Stephen Moore explains the economic cost of a 55mph speed limit.

Whether it's the effect on "just in time" inventory, or the extra hours wasted, the cost is extreme. 

I'm in the same boat (pun intended) that a lot of people today are in. I drive a light truck and really wish there was something I could do about the amount to cash I have to spend at the gas station.

 Lately I've been searching the Web to find out how I could modify my truck to burn Compressed Natural Gas. It appears that there are too many regulatory roadblocks in the way for the average consumer to attempt to convert their existing vehicle.

Cadillac brought out its big, green, guns at the L.A. Auto Show, showing off the latest and most flashy version of its popular Escalade SUV--and true to form for the L.A. show, it’s a hybrid.

Jeep has announced an expansion to its diesel lineup in combination with a nice drop in price.

Chrysler will now offer the 3.0-liter V-6 Mercedes diesel engine in its entry-level Laredo model, and has dropped the price for the diesel package for the Limited and Overland models by $1,000.

That means customers can spec a diesel engine in a Grand Cherokee with a towing capacity of 7,400 pounds for the reasonable starting price of $35,685. Though the diesel variant Jeep won’t set the world on fire with its economy, 18 mpg in the city and 23 mpg on the highway (that’s the 4x2, 17 and 22 mpg for the 4x4 version), with a range of 450 miles, there is nothing to shake a stick at in a vehicle of this size and ability.

Why did it take so long for Chrysler to add the diesel to the base Grand? Have your say in comments.

Lexus was supposed to bring out the next version of its LF-A supercar at the Tokyo Motor Show just gone. Sadly, it didn’t happen, and the question is why?

Porsche already dropped the info on its hybrid Cayenne, but the public will be able to check it out at the Los Angeles Auto Show.

When Mercedes-Benz debuts the E-class wagon in 2010, one of the engine offerings will be a Bluetec diesel engine mated to an electric motor, the world’s first hybrid station wagon.

Fans of Volkswagen cars, diesel powerplants, and expediency will be disappointed to hear the Jetta TDI launch has been delayed.

Every day it seems we read another press release about a vehicle or product that can change the way we think about all things automotive; case in point, engine oil made from animal fat.

Who needs to golf with carts like these?

While the automobile tribute, super luxury golf cart is pretty old news, we haven’t heard about the availability of an iPod adapter in said carts until just recently. Finally, some civilization on the fairway.