BMW Vision EfficientDynamics to be Produced in 2013
BMW has officially announced that it plans to build a fully road-ready technology showcase vehicle based on the BMW Vision EfficientDynamics concept. The BMW Vision EfficientDynamics concept debuted in Frankfurt Motor Show in 2009 and is powered by a 1.5L 3-cyl turbo diesel that is mated to a hybrid synchronous motor at the front axle. A full-hybrid engine at the...
2012 Mazda5 to Debut at LA Auto Show
Earlier this year we got our first look at the new Mazda5 at the Geneva Motor Show. Now Mazda has confirmed that the US-spec version of the Mazda5 will debut at the LA Auto Show later this month. The 2012 Mazda5 adopts Mazda's new Nagare design language. Under the hood it will be powered by a 157-hp 2.5L four-cylinder that...
2012 Buick Regal GS Officially Unveiled Before LA Debut
Earlier this year GM surprised us with the unveiling of the Buick Regal GS show car and a few months later GM confirmed that the GS would be produced. Well today GM has released the first official photos and specs for the 2012 Buick Regal GS, which is going to be officially unveiled at the LA Auto Show later...
2011 Dodge Challenger SRT8 392 Debuts with 470-HP
Not to be out done by the Camaro and Mustang, Chrysler has unveiled the 2011 Dodge Challenger SRT8 392, which is powered by a 392-cubic inch HEMI V8. The Dodge Challenger SRT8 392 outs out 470-hp and 470 lb-ft of torque that can be mated to either a five-speed automatic or an available Tremec TR-6060 six-speed manual transmission. It's expected...
VW Golf Cabrio to Return in 2011
Currently VW has the Eos and New Beetle droptops in its lineup, but long before either of those models were born, VW had the small Golf Cabrio. It's been a while since the last Golf Cabrio was produced, but it looks like it's coming back next year. Prof. Dr. Martin Winterkorn, Chairman of the Board of Management of Volkswagen...
SEMA 10': Toyota Prius PLUS Performance Package…A Slightly Sportier Prius
This year's SEMA show saw the debut of lots of "sporty" hybrids. Just like Honda with the CR-Z, Toyota has unveiled the Prius Plus Performance Package which features several accessories that attempt to make the Prius a little sportier. The Prius PLUS Performance Package starts with a seven-piece body kit that also comes with a rear diffuser. 17-inch forged wheels...
SEMA 10': 2011 Honda CR-Z MUGEN…Only 300 Will be Made
Honda is debuting twelve modified 2011 Honda CR-Z sport hybrid coupes at the SEMA show in Las Vegas. Although Honda has unveiled the CR-Z equipped with MUGEN accessories, Honda only plans on producing 300 complete kits for the 2011 CR-Z. The package includes: a full MUGEN body kit; a front grille; a rear wing spoiler; 17-inch "XJ" aluminum wheels;...
SEMA 10': Toyota Sienna Swagger Wagon Supreme…It's an Uber Long Sienna
Toyota "Swagger Wagon" video has managed to get over 7 million views and to pay a tribute to the success of the new Sienna minivan and the video, Toyota has created the Sienna Swagger Wagon Supreme. The Sienna Swagger Wagon Supreme is being unveiled at SEMA, which is basically a lowered and stretched 2011 Sienna. ...
SEMA 10': Chevy Unveils Four Versions of the 2011 Camaro
Chevy has unveiled four Camaros that it plans to unveil at SEMA. The Camaro Red Flash SS Show Car features a Red Jewel exterior color accented with gray heritage stripes and 21-inch wheels. Under the hood it has a Chevy air intake kit and outback there is an accesssory exhaust kit. "The Camaro Red Flash is the opposite of...