480-HP BMW Z4 GT3 Coming in the 2nd Quarter of 2010
BMW Motorsport has announced the the BMW Z4 GT3, which joins its lineup of racing vehicles. The BMW Z4 GT3 will be powered by a more powerful version of the M3's 4.0L V8 mated to a sequential six-speed transmission. It's expected to put out approximately 480 horsepower. The BMW Z4 GT3 also features wheels with locking and safety clips,...
2011 Toyota Sienna Starts at $24,260
Toyota has announced the pricing for the 2011 Toyota Sienna, which will be in dealerships in February. The base Sienna powered by the 2.7L four-cyl starts at $24,260. The 2011 Sienna is available with either a 187-hp 2.7L four-cylinder or 266-hp 3.5L V6. The V6 powered models will be available in February, with the four-cyl equipped models showing up in...
BMW ActiveHybrid 5 Concept Could be Unveiled in Geneva
Now that BMW has officially launched the ActiveHybrid 7 and the ActiveHybrid X6, the next model to receive a hybrid powertrain is the new 5 Series. According to BMWBlog, BMW is going to unveil a concept version of the ActiveHybrid 5 at the 2010 Geneva Motor Show. The ActiveHybrid 5 will not use the same V8 powered system as the...
Saab May Not Be Dead Yet, Spyker Submits a New 11th-hour Proposal
On Friday GM announced that it would be winding down the Saab brand in January after talks with both Spyker and Swedish carmaker Koenigsegg failed. Now Spyker has announced today that the car maker has submitted another bid for Saab. Spyker Chief Executive Victor Muller stated that the company submitted a new proposal to GM that addressed the issues...
Aston Martin Releases Carbon Black Versions of the V12 Vantage and DBS
Rather than unveil another Toyota in Aston Martin digs (see Cygnet), Aston Martin has released limited-edition versions of the V12 Vantage and DBS. The Carbon Black V12 Vantage and DBS are painted in a Carbon Black metallic paint especially formulated with a subtle metallic twist to create a deep rich patina. Each car requires 50 man-hours of paint time. Inside...
2011 Ford Mustang GT to be Powered by 412-HP 5.0L V8
Ford already unveiled the changes to the V6 powered Mustang for 2011, but Mustang fans have been eagerly awaiting the news of what's in store for the Mustang GT. Ford is going to unveil the 2011 Mustang GT in Detroit next month, but according to Inside Line the Mustang GT is going to be powered by a 412 horsepower...
Breaking News: Saab Sell Falls Through, Brand to Wind Down
GM has officially announced the death of the Saab brand. In what is going to be a sad day for all the Saab lovers out there, GM has announced that the talks with Spyker to acquire the brand have ended, leaving no other suitors. Last month Koenigsegg unexpectedly withdrew its bid for the brand. "Despite the best efforts of all...
Four-Cyl 2010 Buick LaCross CX Starts at $26,995
GM has announced the pricing for the 2010 Buick LaCrosse that is equipped with the direct-injection 2.4L four-cylinder engine. The 2010 LaCrosse CX starts at $26,995. "We're pleased to announce a competitive price for this new engine," says Craig Bierley, Buick's product marketing director. "New customers have been attracted to the LaCrosse by its sculpted design and luxurious interior, and...
Detroit 10' Preview: Battery Powered Volvo C30 is Ready for the Road
Back in September Volvo unveiled a C30 prototype with an electric powertrain. Next month at the Detroit Auto Show Volvo is going to unveil complete electric powered C30. It features both a complete interior and full instrumentation, as well as enhanced battery packaging. "The first prototype helped us identify the main technological challenges, such as battery packaging and safety issues....
Land Rover Releases the 2010 Freelander 2 Sport for the UK
If you live in the UK and like the Land Rover Freelander, Land Rover has just unveiled the 2010 Freelander 2 Sport. The "sport" version of the Freelander features an exterior that comes in either Santorini Black or Lago Grey with color keyed trim, a rear spoiler and 19-inch alloy wheels. Inside there is a two-tone interior trim in...
