Yearly Archives: 2010
LA 10': 2011 Porsche Cayman R Loses Some Weight
Porsche has unveiled the 2011 Cayman R, which is the rumored Cayman Clubsport. The Cayman R is a faster and lighter version of the Cayman thanks to aluminum doors, lighter seats and the deletion of other items like a radio, air-conditions and storage compartments. In total the Cayman R lost 121 pounds. There is a little more power from...
2012 Honda Civic Hybrid to Get Lithium-Ion Batteries
The current Honda Civic has done well for Honda, but next year Honda will release an all-new Civic. The 2012 Civic will be more of an evolutionary redesign, which has been proven by the various spy photos that have been floating around. According to Inside Line, Honda is going to significantly improve the Civic Hybrid in hopes of taking sales...
LA 10': 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS63 AMG Unveiled
Mercedes-Benz has officially unveiled the 2012 CLS63 AMG the day before the kick off of the 2010 LA Auto Show. The AMG version of the new CLS is powered by a 5.5L twin-turbocharged V8 that puts out 518 horsepower and 516 lb-ft. of torque. If you check off the AMG Performance Package the engine puts out 550-hp and 590 lb-ft....
2011 Acura TSX Gets a Small Facelift and More MPG
For 2011 Acura is introducing the TSX Sport Wagon and today Acura announced the changes for the sedan. The 2011 Acura TSX gets a new front fascia, revised chin spoiler, new fog light garnish assembly and an updated grill. The rear gets updated taillights. Inside the 2011 TSX has a revised center console, darker trim pieces and new garnishes...
2011 Toyota Corolla Gets a Facelift
Toyota is bringing a refreshed 2011 Corolla to the LA Auto Show. For 2011 the Corolla gets a revised front and rear fascias. According to Toyota the Corolla's design was created with input from styling studios in Turin, Italy. The changes include revisions to the front bumper, radiator grille, front lower grille, headlamps, trunk lid, rear license garnish, rear...
2011 Chevy Camaro Convertible Officially Unveiled
GM has officially released photos and stats for the 2011 Chevy Camaro Convertible, which is going to be unveiled at the LA Auto Show this week. "The launch of the new convertible opens Camaro design and performance to a new set of potential customers," said Chris Perry, vice president of Chevrolet marketing. "The 21st century revival of Camaro is tremendously...
Detroit 11' Preview: Toyota Prius MPV Interior Teased
Toyota has released another teaser of the upcoming Prius MPV, which will be unveiled at the 2011 Detroit Auto Show in January. This teaser gives us a glimpse of the interior of Toyota's next hybrid... Full Story: Facebook Related Stories: Toyota Teases New Prius MPV on Facebook LA 10' Preview: Toyota Teases the RAV4 EV SEMA 10': Toyota Prius PLUS Performance Package...A Slightly Sportier Prius
Motor Trend Names 2011 Chevy Volt "Motor Trend Car of the Year"
Motor Trend has given it's 2011 Car of the Year award to the Chevy Volt. "The Volt absolutely delivers on the promise of the vehicle concept as originally outlined by GM, combining the smooth, silent, efficient, low-emissions capability of an electric motor with the range and flexibility of an internal combustion engine," said Angus MacKenzie, Editor-in-Chief of Motor Trend. "It...
Lamborghini Reveals New 6.5L V12 Engine to be Used in Murciélago Successor
The replacement for the Murciélago hasn't been revealed, but Lamborghini has taken the wraps off what will power it. Today Lamborghini is showing off its new 6.5L V12 and a new transmission. The new 6.5L V12 puts out 700 horsepower and 509 lb-ft. of torque. "This new power unit is not only the crowning glory of our product range, it...
Honda to Stop Selling the Civic in Japan
According to japan's Nikkei, Honda is going to stop selling the Civic sedan in Japan once the current inventory runs out. Sales of the once popular Civic have plunged in Japan due to the growing popularity of MPVs and compact vehicles. In October Honda only sold 182 Civics and 207 Civic Hybrids. Honda had originally planned to continue selling the...
