Archive | November, 2010
2010 LA Preview: 2011 Acura TSX gets refreshed exterior, more features

2010 LA Preview: 2011 Acura TSX gets refreshed exterior, more features

While you may have to look closer to notice the changes, Acura says that the 2011 TSX model, which is making its debut at the 2010 LA Auto Show, receives some major updates including a refreshed exterior and a wide range of features and technology. “The 2011 TSX offers even better looks, more owner relevant [...]

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2010 LA Preview: 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS 63 AMG drives in with 550-hp

2010 LA Preview: 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS 63 AMG drives in with 550-hp

At the 2010 LA Auto Show tomorrow, Mercedes-Benz will unveil the all-new 2012 CLS 63 AMG, which will go on sale in the United States in the summer of 2011. “The new CLS 63 AMG writes the next chapter in the success story created by the CLS55 AMG and CLS63 AMG, which have been amazing [...]

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2010 LA Preview: You can now own the Infiniti Essence… as a sculpture

2010 LA Preview: You can now own the Infiniti Essence… as a sculpture

Infiniti announced today that it will producing a limited edition Collector”s “Essence Sculpture,” inspired by the Infiniti Essence concept car, which was unveiled in 2009 for the celebration of the brand’s 20th anniversary. The Essence Sculpture is made from solid resin and penned by Essence”s original vehicle designer under the supervision of Senior Vice President [...]

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2010 LA Preview: Mercedes-Benz BIOME Concept, scientists will love it

2010 LA Preview: Mercedes-Benz BIOME Concept, scientists will love it

Here is the first major surprise of the 2010 Los Angeles Auto Show, courtesy of Mercedes-Benz – meet the Mercedes-Benz BIOME Concept. The science project looking concept was designed at the Carlsbad, California Advanced Design studio and looks to explore different ideas for the future of sustainable, green, alternative fuel, and any other mother-loving nature [...]

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2010 LA Preview: 2011 Jeep Cherokee Outlander Summit, Jeep Liberty Jet are all about exclusivity

2010 LA Preview: 2011 Jeep Cherokee Outlander Summit, Jeep Liberty Jet are all about exclusivity

At the 2010 LA Auto Show tomorrow, Chrysler Group LLC will unveil a pair of new exclusive Jeep models – Jeep Grand Cherokee Overland Summit and the Jeep Liberty Jet. “While core Jeep enthusiasts will certainly love these vehicles, the new Grand Cherokee Overland Summit and Liberty Jet models are in direct response to consumers [...]

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2010 LA Preview: 2011 Toyota Corolla gets new nose, upgraded interior

2010 LA Preview: 2011 Toyota Corolla gets new nose, upgraded interior

The Toyota Corolla was in a much-needed facelift/redesign and it’s finally getting one. Tomorrow at the 2010 LA Auto Show, Toyota will show the 2011 Corolla with a new front nose and minor changes to the rear. It also gets some nice interior upgrades, Toyota Care complimentary maintenance plan, standard Smart Stop Technology, standard vehicle [...]

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2011 Chevrolet Volt awarded 2011 Motor Trend Car of the Year

2011 Chevrolet Volt awarded 2011 Motor Trend Car of the Year

Motor Trend magazine today announced that the 2011 Chevrolet Volt is its 2011 Motor Trend Car of Year. Surprised? We are a little to but check hear out what Motor Trend has to say… “We expected a science experiment, but this is a moon shot,” Motor Trend editors wrote for the January 2011 issue. “The [...]

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2012 Civic Hybrid will be first Honda hybrid to get lithium-ion batteries

2012 Civic Hybrid will be first Honda hybrid to get lithium-ion batteries

Earlier this morning we learned that Honda is considering getting rid of the Civic in Japan – but for the rest of the world (especially all of you hybrid lovers), Honda’s got something special up its sleeve. The 2012 Honda Civic Hybrid will lead the new Civic lineup and will challenge the Toyota Prius head-to-head. [...]

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Toyota Prius MPV interior teasers shows center console

Toyota Prius MPV interior teasers shows center console

Toyota today continued to tease the upcoming Prius Minivan on Facebook, ahead of the model’s world debut at the 2011 Detroit Motor Show in January. Today’s teaser shows the Prius MPV’s center console, which we’ll leave up to you to analyze and draw your own conclusions. To us it looks pretty nice and filled with [...]

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2010 LA Preview: 2011 Chevrolet Camaro Convertible details, images hit the web

2010 LA Preview: 2011 Chevrolet Camaro Convertible details, images hit the web

Making its world debut tomorrow at the 2010 LA Auto Show is the 2011 Chevrolet Camaro Convertible, which will enter production in January. “The launch of the new convertible opens Camaro design and performance to a new set of potential customers,” said Chris Perry, vice president of Chevrolet marketing. “The 21st century revival of Camaro [...]

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