Marc Carter
Mini Refreshes the 2011 Cooper Lineup
The current Mini models are in their second generation and although they've only been on the market for a few years, Mini has decided to give the family a refresh. Out front the Mini, Mini Clubman and Mini Convertible get a new front bumper for the 2011 model year. The new front bumper also meets increasingly stringent pedestrian protection...
2011 Aston Martin DB9 Gets a Very Minor Refresh
Aston Martin has unveiled a refreshed DB9 for the 2011 model year. Although its been around for seven years now, it hardly looks its age. The front of the DB9 gets a new front bumper with a re-shaped lower intake and a new bright finish grille. Other changes include 20-spoke alloy wheels, clear rear taillights and inside there is...
2011 Honda Accord Gets a Facelift and Improved Fuel Economy Numbers
Honda has unveiled the changes to the 2011 Accord sedan and coupe. The bulk of the changes include new front fascias that are more aerodynamic and improvements to the powertrain to improve the Accord's fuel economy numbers. "For 2011, the Accord evolves again with sharpened styling inside and out, fuel economy gains and a broader application of popular features,"...
2011 Honda CR-Z Starts at $19,200 and Gets up to 39 MPG
Honda has announced the pricing for its newest hybrid, the CR-Z. The 2011 CR-Z will begin showing up in showrooms in August with a starting price of $19,200 plus $750 for the destination and handling charge. The CR-Z EX starts at $20,760 and if you want the EX with navigation and the CVT it will start at $23,210. The CR-Z...
Next Saab 9-3 to Debut in 2012
Saab is said to be hard at work on a replacement for the aged 9-3. According to Autocar the next 9-3 will launch in 2012 as the Saab 93 and will mark the reintroduction of a hatchback version like the original 900. The next Saab 93 is expected to rival the Audi A3 and will come in sedan, hatchback,...
Lincoln to Offer Free Scheduled Maintenance on Vehicles Purchased this Summer
Lincoln has announced a new promo for the summer that will offer free scheduled maintenance for three years or 45K miles on all new vehicles that are purchased by September 7th. The promotion comes on the heels of Ford's announcement to officially kill the Mercury brand and to expand the Lincoln lineup. "Our commitment is to further grow the Lincoln...
Honda is Reportedly Working on a New Roadster
The Honda S2000 was recently killed and Honda hasn't officially announced any replacements for the roadster. According to Motor Trend Honda is working on a new model that would fuse the S2000 and the 1991 Beat minicar into a new compact roadster. According to the latest sources, Honda working on a new project that would produce a mid-engined roadster...
2011 BMW Frozen Gray M3 Coupe Unveiled and Starts at $77,600
BMW has unveiled the 2011 Frozen Gray M3 Coupe, which features matte-gray metallic paint, which is a silk matte clear coat that has been applied over the Space Gray Metallic base coat. The special model is still powered by the same 414-hp 4.0L V8. When the engine is mated to the M Double Clutch Transmission it reaches 0-60 mph...
2011 Honda Odyssey Officially Unveiled
Honda has officially unveiled the all-new 2011 Odyssey minivan. As expected the production version of the fourth-generation Odyssey stays true to the concept that was unveiled earlier this year. The 2011 Odyssey is 1.6 inches lower than the 2010 model and also features a wider track. The new lower body is now sleeker and more stylish (for a minivan) than...
Production Version of the Toyota FT-86 to be Called FR-S?
We're still waiting for Toyota to release the production version of the rear-wheel-drive FT-86 Concept, but according to the latest buzz, the production version may be called the FR-S. Toyota recently filed a trademark fro the "FR-S" name in both the US and Canada. At this point do we really care what it's called? Just hurry up and release it! Full...
