Yearly Archives: 2008
2010 Acura NSX Hits the Nurburgring and Posts a 7:37 Lap Time
A few days ago the resurrected 2010 Acura NSX was caught by spies on the famed Nurburgring in Germany. Now the car has been unofficially clocked doing a lap time of 7:37 by spies. If you recall the Nissan GT-R officially did the lap in 7:29. Honda's CEO has set a goal of beating the GT-R and upcoming Lexus LF-A...
GM Postpones Redesigned Versions of its SUVs and Full-Size Trucks
GM is postponing redesigning its large SUVs and full-size pickups as the market shifts towards more fuel-efficient vehicles. Gas prices are way over $4 a gallon in many parts of the country, which is forcing many consumers to finally look at more efficient vehicles. This has forced many of the automakers to rethink their current production plans. GM, Ford, Toyota,...
2009 Volkswagen Jetta TDI Gets 44 mpg and Starts at $21,990
Volkswagen has announced the pricing for the much anticipated 2009 VW Jetta TDI. The Jetta TDI starts at $21,990 and the Jetta TDI Sportwagen starts at $23,590. The 50-state legal Jetta TDI gets 38 mpg city and 44 mpg on the highway. "Our clean diesel vehicles offer consumers a true value with the fuel efficiency that drivers are looking for while...
All-New 2009 Subaru Exiga 7-Seater Unveiled
Subaru today unveiled the all-new 2009 Exiga seven-seater touring. The all-new Exiga is powered by either a 2.0L DOHC or a 2.0L DOHC Turbo engine. A 4-speed automatic is available on the 2.0L model and all turbo models get a 5-speed automatic transmission. The 2.0L version comes in three different trim levels (2.0i, 2.0i-L, 2.0i-S) and the 2.0L turbo is...
2009 Corvette ZR1 Starts at $103,300
Chevrolet has announced the final pricing for the uber fast 2009 Corvette ZR1. The 2009 Corvette ZR1 starts at $103,300, which includes the $850 destination charges. In addition to that starting price you will also have to add the $1,700 Gas guzzler tax. If you want the upgraded interior package which includes: a power-adjustable, heated and leather-trimmed sport seats (embroidered...
Ford Shuts Down Expedition and Navigator Plant for Nine-Weeks…Slow Sales
Ford has announced plans to temporarily shut down the Michigan Truck Plant in Wayne that currently produces the Ford Expedition and Lincoln Navigator SUVs. The plant is going to close on June 23rd and not reopen until August 25th. Expedition sales were off 31 percent in the first five months of the year and the Navigator's sales are off 22...
Chrysler Announces Pricing for the 2009 Aspen and Durango Hybrids
Chrysler has announced the pricing for the Dodge Durango and Chrysler Aspen SUV Hybrids, the automaker's first entries in the hybrid category. The 2009 Dodge Durango HEMI Hybrid and 2009 Chrysler Aspen HEMI Hybrid will start at $45,340 and $45,470 respectively. The two new hybrids come in $8,000 below their main competitors (GMC Yukon and Chevy Tahoe hybrids). Buyers are...
2009 Corvette Z06 Gets a Few Upgrades
Yes, we know all the Corvette news lately has been about the uber fast ZR1, but for 2009 the Z06 version gets a few updates. For the 2009 model year the Corvette Z06 gets a new "spider" design 10-spoke alloy wheel that is available in four versions. There are also a few updates to the interior such as color-keyed door...
GM Releases Photos of a Pre-Production Camaro Convertible
There have been so many photos of the upcoming Chevy Camaro..that its getting a little crazy, but due to the positive feedback of the first pre=production photos, GM has released two new ones of the Camaro Convertible. The photos were posted on GM's FastLane Blog and are reportedly a reward for the overwhelmingly positive response from the first photos that...
2009 Mitsubishi Lancer Sportback Will be Unveiled in Paris
Mitsubishi is going to unveil a new version of its Lancer compact, the Lancer Sportback at the Paris Motor Show. The 2009 Lancer Sportback and Lancer Sportback Ralliart are going to be officially unveiled at the Paris Motor Show this October. The Lancer Sportback will be introduced in Europe this fall. The Sportback will be available with 1.5L, 1.8L or...
