Mazda Miata Spyder
Now HERE’S a Miata I’d buy, IF they’d build it. Sadly, it’s more likely that Christy Tegan will accept my Facebook friend requests. Clearly it’s “influenced” by the Boxster Spyder. Well, it’s a darn carbon copy, complete with an identical “Dash home in a rain and get ‘casually’ wet” pull over roof. But no matter, if it performs as it looks. The concept was lowered, and presumably lighter. Plus it looked meaner, and the Miata could use a dose of ‘mean’. Sadly, Mazda can’t charge more for Continue reading
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Lexus LF-LC – an Emotional and Inspiring Concept?
One of the cars that drew a significant amount of attention by media was the Lexus LF-LC concept car. Sadly this car will most likely never hit showroom floors but you can expect various elements to be incorporated into future Lexus vehicles. In fact, the styling Continue reading
2013 Dodge Dart
Dodge believes they hit the Bull’s Eye with their all new compact car, the 2013 Dodge Dart. They say it provides “the ultimate blend of power, fuel efficiency, fun-to-drive, interior roominess, style, and overall sophistication at a tremendous value.”
The compact car segment represents the largest segment of new car retail sales in the U.S. The Dart is important to Dodge because it Continue reading
2013 Ford Fusion Takes Aim at Midsize Market
While the other “Big Two” are resurgent, Ford is business as usual. As the only one of the big 3 to go it alone with no government help, it wouldn’t be surprising to see their products a step behind. After all, they have paid their bills, and theoretically should be strapped for development cash. But, one look at the Fusion, and you wouldn’t know it. if there’s ever a Continue reading
2013 Cadillac ATS
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The ATS is Cadillac’s next attempt to set a new standard for compact luxury sports sedan class. It is an all new car built from the ground up with rear wheel drive, near 50/50 weight distribution, and one of the lowest curb weights in its segment. The result is a convincing formula for Continue reading
2012 Audi TT RS
The TT RS represents the highest performance classification of the 2012 Audi TT model line. The RS designation signifies Audi’s technical competencies gained through their motorsports successes and is making a return to the US in the TT for a limited time.
The sole of the 2012 Audi TT RS is a powerful 2.5 liter turbocharged and direct injected 5- Continue reading
Fiat 500 Abarth
I first saw the Fiat in person at a Dodge dealership and found myself coming back to it a few times. My colleague stated, “It seems like you actually like that car.” Being a proud “race car driver” and having seen the Jennifer Lopez advertisements, I couldn’t help but Continue reading
Porsche 911 Carrera Cabriolet World Premiere
What the Coupé began with the new aluminium-steel body, the Cabriolet continues with the unique hood. As a result the typical 911 roof line is initially retained in its entirety; the Cabriolet also cuts a fine figure when closed up. Intelligent lightweight, even including the use of magnesium in the hood, enabled the open-top 911s as well to reverse the weight spiral and make the new Cabrio models significantly lighter than their predecessors. Continue reading
Miscellaneous Pictures
A Medley of Photos from the 2012 Detroit Auto Show
2012 Detroit Auto Show
The Detroit Auto Show, officially named the North American International Auto Show, begins on January 9th and runs until January 22nd. This show is viewed as one of the most prestigious auto events in the world and for 2012 it will be featuring 53 vehicle debuts with 32 of those being worldwide introductions. Join us with our coverage of the event.