Marc Carter
2013 Buick Encore Adds a Small Crossover to Buick's Lineup
Buick has unveiled the newest addition to its lineup, the 2013 Encore small crossover. "Buick Encore is a great-looking, smart choice for those who want luxury crossover amenities in a more maneuverable and agile vehicle," said Tony DiSalle, U.S. vice president of Buick Marketing. "It represents a luxury alternative for a new audience of Buick customers, and delivers features and...
Lincoln MKZ Concept Introduces the New Lincoln
Lincoln has unveiled the new Lincoln MKZ Concept in Detroit, which according to the brand "signals a significant step in Lincoln's reinvention, providing a clear vision of its next-generation vehicles." "With the Lincoln MKZ Concept, we are not introducing a new car. We are essentially introducing a new brand," said Derrick Kuzak, Ford Motor Company group vice president for Global...
Audi Q3 Vail Concept Unveiled in Detroit, Audi Q3 Confirmed for North America
Audi has chosen to unveil the Q3 Vail concept in Detroit, which is a concept version of Audi's smallest crossover, the Q3 that is currently not sold in North America. With the unveiling of the Q3 Sail, Audi announced that it is bringing the Q3 to North America next year. The Q3 Vail gets its name from Colorado ski resort...
2013 Hyundai Genesis Coupe Officially Packs 274-HP and 348-HP
Hyundai's Veloster is getting more power for the 2013 model year thanks to the introduction of the Veloster Turbo. Not to be ignored, Hyundai has also refreshed the 2013 Genesis Coupe with a facelift and more power under the hood. The 2013 Genesis Coupe gets upgrades to both its four-cylinder and V6 engines. The 2.0L four-cylinder gets a twin-scroll turbocharger...
2013 Hyundai Veloster Turbo Goes Head to Head with the GTI and Civic Si
The 2013 Hyundai Veloster Turbo is here and gives the small hatchback a much needed power boost! How much? Well how does 201 horsepower and 195 lb-ft. of torque sound? The Veloster Turbo is powered by a turbocharged 1.6L four-cylinder with direct-injection. It's a nice jump up from the 138 horsepower and 123 lb-ft. that the base Veloster has to...
2013 Acura RDX Ditches the Four-Cyl for a V6
In addition to the Acura ILX and NSX concepts, Acura has also unveiled the 2013 Acura RDX as a prototype. What you see here is basically the 2013 RDX, which looks more like a baby MDX than before, which is not a bad thing. The 2013 RDX will launch this spring with a standard 3.5L V6 that replaces the previous...
Acura NSX Concept Debuts as a Hybrid Supercar
Here's one of the models that we've been eagerly awaiting, the Acura NSX Concept. Acura has unveiled its preview of the next NSX that will be released within the next three years. Unlike the previous NSX concept with its V10 engine, this one stays true to the original and is likely to make NSX fans much happier. The newest NSX...
Acura ILX Concept is Acura's New Compact Sedan
Acura has just taken the wraps off three new models at the Detroit Auto Show. The first one is the Acura ILX concept, which is the precursor to the new Acura compact sedan coming this spring. Acura describes the ILX as the gateway to the Acura brand and it will get three different powertrains, including Acura's first-ever gas-electric hybrid. "First time...
Lexus LF-LC Hybrid Concept Officially Debuts in Detroit
Lexus has taken the wraps off the LF-LC hybrid 2+2 sport coupe design concept, which showcases the future design direction for Lexus with an emphasis on a driver-focused vehicle. "The concept we're showing here in Detroit continues the Lexus design revolution started with the CT and GS," said Mark Templin, Lexus group vice president and general manager. "The concept hybrid...
2013 Lexus LX 570 Shows up in Detroit with a Facelift
Lexus has chosen to unveil the revised 2013 Lexus LX 570 SUV in Detroit. The 2013 LX 570 gets a new grille, 20-inch alloy wheels and an upgraded interior. The face of the LX 570 also gets new LED daytime running lights that complement the new headlights. The taillights have also been updated and both the front and rear bumpers...
