Marc Carter
Mitsubishi Lancer Sportback Crossover in the Works for 2010
Mitsubishi's Lancer Sportback is set to debut this fall and reportedly the automaker is working on a crossover version that will debut in early 2010. This computer generated image of the Lancer Sportback X features a raised suspension, protective body cladding, new alloy wheels and a revised front grille. Powertrains have not been confirmed but it is expected that the...
Re-Styled 2009 BMW M3 Exposed with a New Tail
The 2009 BMW 3-Series is getting a facelift and now we have the first photos of the changes to the M3 line. The 2009 M3 sedan gets the same new taillights as the revised 3-Series, but not the front end changes since the M3 already has a different front fascia. There is also a revised iDrive and a new color,...
2009 Porsche 911 Targa 4 and Targa 4S Unveiled
Porsche has officially unveiled the revised 911 Targa, which gets many of the same updates as the other 911 models. The revised 2009 911 Targa is only available in all-wheel-drive as the Targa 4 and Targa 4S. The 911 Targa models get the same 911 Turbo derived all-wheel-drive system that is mated to Porsche's new new PDK dual-clutch transmission. What sets...
VIDEO: Very First Production 2009 Corvette ZR1 Goes for $1 Million
The very first 2009 Corvette ZR1 went for $1 million at the recent Barrett-Jackson Scottsdale Auction. Dave Ressler won the car and the money generated by the sale was donated to the United Way. Luckily once the ZR1 finally hits showrooms it will not retail for $1 million and instead a much lower $103,300. Related Stories: 2009 Corvette ZR1 Starts at $103,300 ...
Nissan GT-R Cabrio Rendering…One Car we Hope Never Makes it to Reality
The Nissan GT-R is one awesome car. Nissan's CEO has already shot down rumors that Nissan is working on a four-door version of the GT-R for the Infiniti brand...let's hope they're also not working on a convertible. AutoJunk.nl is currently showing a rendering of a convertible GT-R that will probably never actually see a production line. Nissan's CEO said that...
2009 VW Jetta TDI Receives a $1300 Tax Credit
Those saddened by the fact that most hybrids are no longer eligible for tax credits will be happy to learn that the 2009 VW Jetta TDI will receive a $1,300 Federal Income Tax Credit. Both the Jetta TDI sedan and SportWagen are eligible for the credit. The EPA estimates that the Jetta TDI will have a fuel economy rating of...
Small Pickups Perform Poorly in Side Crash Tests
The Insurance Institute for Highway Safety has released the results of its first ever side crash testing of five small pickup trucks. According to the IIHS there were 9,000 fatalities due to side impact accidents in 2006. The IIHS also stated that in general small pickups provide less protection in these sort of crashes than the typical car or SUV....
2010 Ford Mustang Set to Debut at LA Auto Show this Fall
Earlier this week Ford gave spectators their first look at the new 2010 Ford Mustang, although it was heavily camouflaged. Now comes word that the new Mustang is going to officially debut at the LA Auto Show this November. It was originally planned to be unveiled at the Detroit Auto Show next January. The unveiling of the 2010 Camaro probably...
Opel Insignia Headed to the US as the Next Saturn Aura, but with a Different Body
Bob Lutz has confirmed that the all-new Opel Insignia is definitely coming to the US as the next Saturn Aura, but the Aura will have not share the Insignia's body. The Opel Insignia and next-gen Aura will share the same engines, suspensions, etc., but will have different exterior and interior styling. “We’ve researched the Insignia around the world, including the...
2010 Chevy Camaro Reaches 0-60 MPH in 4.6 Secs and Lapped the Nurburgring in 8:20
GM finally took the wraps off the 2010 Chevy Camaro on Monday and the news is still coming in on the new car. At the press event, GM failed to release any details about the performance of the new Camaro beyond actual horsepower numbers, but now we have the details. The base 300 horsepower 2010 Chevrolet Camaro reaches 0-60 mph...
