Marc Carter
VW Mid-Engine Roadster Concept Headed to Detroit Instead of LA
VW was set to debut its upcoming mid-engine roadster at the LA Auto Show in a little over a week, but has decided to push back its unveiling until January at the 2009 North American International Auto Show in Detroit. VW hopes to attract more interest for the roadster at the show in Detroit. The final details are pretty...
GM is Out…But Hyundai Might be the Next Chrysler Suitor
Last week it was reported that GM had suspended all talks with Chrysler about an apparent merger after the U.S. treasury denied GM's request for aid to buy Chrysler. Now it're being reported that Hyundai may be interested. According to Reuters, Hyundai and Chrysler's owners, Cerberus Capital Management, have been in talks about Hyundai acquiring the Jeep brand. Both automakers...
More Details on Nissan 370Z NISMO S-Tune Packages Leaked
The 2009 Nissan 370Z is set to be officially unveiled in just over a week and now more info is leaking out about the 370Z NISMO S-Tune packages. The first package is the NISMO S-Tune Aero Package that improves the car's aerodynamic performance a new nose, front lip spoiler, side skirts and rear spoiler that will reduce lift and provide...
Jaguar is Planning an XF-based Roadster and Porsche Boxster Competitor
Now that Jaguar is no longer tied to Ford, we can expect some big changes from the automaker. Jaguar's new owner Tata Motors wants to add up to three new models to the Jaguar lineup. The three new models could include a new coupe, a roadster based off the XF sedan and a new lightweight sports car that would compete...
Mercedes CLK Coupe Axed in Favor of a Larger E-Class Coupe
According to Mercedes-Benz US CEO Ernst Lied, the CLK coupe is going to die after the 2010 model year. Its replacement will be based off the next-generation E-Class sedan that is set to be released in mid-2009. The larger E-Class coupe and convertible will draw inspiration from the ConceptFASCINATION that was unveiled at the Paris Motor Show earlier this year....
2009 MINI E Lease Starts at $850 a Month
MINI has confirmed the pricing for the 2009 MINI E at $850 a month for a 1 year lease. The fully-electric MINI can go up to 150 miles on a full charge. The electric motor puts out 204 horsepower and 162 lb-ft. of torque, which helps the car reach0-60 mph in 8.5 seconds and a top speed of 95 mph....
2009 Nissan Versa Starts at $9,990, but Don't Expect Much at that Price
Last week Nissan announced a new entry Versa that starts at $9,990, which means its the cheapest car you can buy in the U.S. Although it starts below $10k, when you actually want A/C or any other "normally standard" features be prepared to pay more. KickingTires, did some research into the pricing of the 2009 Versa 1.6 and discovered that...
Toyota Announces All-New Four Cylinder for the 2009 Highlander
Buyers only want fuel efficient engines now and for the most part that means a 4-cylinder engine. Toyota has announced that its Highlander SUV will be available with a new 2.7L four-cylinder engine. The new four-cylinder engine puts out 187 horsepower and 186 lb-ft of torque and gets 20/27 mpg. The 2.7L engine is mated to an all-new six-speed automatic...
SEMA 2008: Honda Civic HFP Concept Unveiled
Honda has unveiled the Honda Civic HFP Concept at the SEMA show today. The HFP Concept takes the standard Civic Si and adds an HFP body kit, super-light alloy wheels with aerodynamic covers a lighter HFP exhaust system and an upgraded HFP suspension kit all of which improve the vehicles gas mileage without compromising its performance. Honda didn't release...
SEMA 2008: Rhys Millen Racing Hyundai Genesis Coupe Unveiled
Rhys Millen Racing (RMR) has unveiled an RMR-designed "Art of Speed" Hyundai Genesis Coupe at the SEMA show. To create the coupe Hyundai delivered its first prototype Genesis Coupe 2.0T 12 weeks ago. RMR employees stripped the car to bare metal and then began creating new aftermarket parts and accessories for the new Genesis Coupe. Inside all comfort and convenience...
