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Marc Carter is the Editor-in-Chief and founder of The Torque Report.

LA 10': Fourth-Generation 2011 Nissan Quest Unveiled

2011 is becoming the model year where nearly every minivan on the market is being redesigned. Nissan has unveiled the fourth-generation Nissan Quest minivan at the LA Auto Show. The 2011 Quest is based on the same"D-platform" as the Maxima and Altima. It features a long 118.1 inch wheelbase and a length just over 200 inches. It's powered by a...

LA 10': Nissan Ellure Concept…The Sedan Re-Imagined

According to Nissan the Ellure Concept that was unveiled at the LA Auto Show is "The Sedan Re-Imagined." The concept sedan comes at a time when buyers are moving more towards coupe and crossover SUV alternatives, it is meant to show Nissan's vision of it's next-generation sedans. "While not intended as a preview of any upcoming production model, Ellure confirms...

LA 10': Subaru Impreza Design Concept Finally a Nice Looking Impreza…

Subaru is known for its great engineering, but it has never really produced anything that would be labeled as "beautiful" or "good looking." But...it looks like Subaru is fixing that... Subaru has unveiled the Impreza Design Concept that is debuting at the LA Auto Show this week. Although its being labeled as a "concept", Subaru claims it gives us a...

2011 Fiat 500 to Start at $15,500 in the U.S.

The online configurator for the 2011 Fiat 500 is up and reveals that the pricing for the US model starts at $15,500. There are three versions of the Fiat 500: -Fiat 500 Pop: $15,500 -Fiat 500 Sport: $17,500 -Fiat 500 Lounge $19,500 Playing around with the site and you'll notice that it's hard to get the price over $22,000. Definitely a good thing... ...

2011 Kia Optima Starts at $18,995

Kia has announced the pricing for its all-new Optima sedan that will hit dealerships with a starting price of $18,995 for the Optima LX equipped with a six-speed manual transmission. "The all-new and highly anticipated Optima delivers an outstanding combination of value, eye-catching design and premium-level amenities that will continue Kia's ongoing brand transformation and attract new buyers to our...

LA 10': Cadillac Urban Luxury Concept Revealed

w Cadillac is kinda known for producing large vehicles like the Escalade SUV, but it's latest concept car is the complete opposite. The Cadillac Urban Luxury Concept packs luxury and Cadillac style in a small package. The very small Urban Luxury Concept measures 151 inches long and has a wheelbase just over 97 inches. Although those numbers aren't very big, the...

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...

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