Marc Carter
Aston Martin Racing Unveils Sketch of Vantage GT2
Aston Martin has officially unveiled a sketch of the Vantage GT2 racing car that is based on the V8 Vantage. The Vantage GT2 can run on either racing fuel or E85 bio-ethanol. The new introduction of the GT2 means that Aston Martin will now have a GT car in every racing category (GT1 – DBR9, GT2 – Vantage GT2, GT3...
Detroit Auto Show Preview: Is Audi Going to Unveil a Diesel Powered R8?
It is being rumored that Audi is going to bring a V12 turbodiesel R8 to the Detroit Auto Show this month. The diesel powered R8 is expected to be a concept, but according to rumors the car is already planned for production. The V12 engine will produce around 500 horsepower and 738 lb-ft of torque while getting 28mpg. The engine...
Toyota Takes the 2nd Spot in the US from Ford
After 75 years of being in the number two spot in the US, Ford has given up the title to Toyota. In 2007 Toyota managed to increase its sales so much that the automaker surpassed Ford. Toyota's rise to the number two spot is largely due to the fact that Ford's sales dropped 11.8 percent. Toyota's sales increased 3...
Detroit Auto Show Preview: US-Spec Diesel Powered BMWs Unveiled
Diesels are quickly becoming one of the more popular news stories, with almost every automaker talking about their upcoming diesel powered vehicles. BMW has just released info about their upcoming diesel powered 3-series and X5 models for the U.S. market. This month BMW is going to officially unveil two new diesel-powered models for the U.S. market at the Detroit Auto...
From Now on all Pre-Production Chevy Camaros Will be Undisguised!
According to GM's Fastlane Blog, Bob Lutz has ordered that all pre-production Camaros have all of their camouflage removed. Lutz has ordered the removal of all camouflage so that further aerodynamic and cooling efficiency testing can be done. What this means is that from now on until the Chevy Camaro is finally released all spy photos of the coupe and...
Detroit Auto Show Preview: Mercedes Vision GLK FREESIDE Unveiled
After countless spy photos and videos (thanks to Sex and the City) of the Mercedes GLK SUV, Mercedes has officially unveiled the GLK in the form of the Vision GLK FREESIDE concept. The concept is powered by a 168 hp 2.2-liter turbo-diesel four-cylinder coupled with a seven speed automatic transmission. The concept which will be unveiled in about two weeks...
Mugen Modifies the 2008 Honda Accord is it Inspiring?
Mugen has unveiled its tuner kit for the 2008 Honda Inspire, which is essentially the Japanese version of the U.S. spec Honda Accord. The kit includes a modified grille, front spoiler, side sills, rear apron and a very large rear spoiler. To improve the vehicle's performance Mugen has added a modified exhaust which should squeeze out a little more power...
Detroit Auto Show Preview: Toyota A-BAT Hybrid Pickup Concept Unveiled
Toyota has unveiled the A-BAT hybrid pickup concept that will be officially unveiled next month at the Detroit Auto Show. The A-BAT concept is an interesting concept as it applies Toyota's hybrid technology to a pickup and the pickup itself is built on a unibody platform like the Honda Ridgeline. The concept is smaller than the Tacoma and features cab...
All-New 2009 Subaru Forester Officially Unveiled
It seems a little late now that Subaru is finally "officially" unveiling the all-new 2009 Forester since so many photos of the SUV have been leaked on the internet. But here it is... The 2009 Forester is built on an all-new platform with more a more "SUV-like" design. Subaru also says that the new model has more sport-sedan dynamics. The...
2009 Dodge Journey Starts at $19,985
Dodge's newest entry in the crossover segment, the 2009 Journey is going to start just under $20K. When sales of the new Journey begin early next year the starting price for the 2009 Dodge Journey SE will be $19,985. The SE is powered by a 2.4L four-cylinder. The SXT ($22,985) and R/T ($26,545) trims are available with a 3.5L V6 with...
