Next-Generation BMW M3 Switching Back to Inline Six
We’re convinced that the previous generation BMWs (save for probably 3-Series) will stand out as divergent from the developmental flow. That is true in both styling and in powetrains. Last time around the M5 ditched its traditional V-8 power plant for a V-10. A BMW V-10? That was a shocker. Then, the M3 moved to [...]
Tesla Model S Scheduled for June 22nd Delivery
There is a lot of satisfaction in proving the naysayers wrong. So far, Tesla has done just that. The Model S is moving forward full-speed ahead for a production launch one month ahead of schedule. Tesla has just announced the beginning of a countdown – one month from today the first Model S is scheduled [...]
Subaru WRX To Be Patterned After Advanced Tourer Concept?
To us enthusiasts, the shining star of Subaru’s lineup is the Impreza WRX. It has a lot of staunch fans, and there’s always strong debate between the WRX and Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution camps. While we quite sure what is going on with the Evolution, Subaru is fully committed to the WRX. In fact, for the [...]
Citing Range Issues, Rolls-Royce Nixes Electric Phantom
Sometimes things work out better in theory than in practice. Rolls-Royce is finding that to be the case with electric power. A few years back images of a Phantom surfaced with “Dual Mode” hybrid badges. It turned out to be the owner pulling a joke, but the idea has been considered. More seriously though, an [...]
2012 Toyota Prius Plug-in – The Most Popular Hybrid in the U.S.
The 2012 Toyota Prius Plug-in Hybrid is an all-new model that combines the best hybrid technology and adds pure electric drive. Up until just recently, hybrid models were not moving off dealer lots and most buyers didn’t really understand the new technology. But as gas prices have risen to $4 per gallon, sales of hybrids [...]
Round Two: Redesigned Aston Martin Lagonda SUV Concept Coming
Remember the Aston Martin Lagonda Concept? If you don’t, be thankful. It is a vehicle who nobody liked in the first place, and its styling hasn’t worn well with time. Lagonda was a design study by Aston Martin, who was looking to launch Lagonda as a separate brand in order to sell luxury SUVs. The [...]
In-Car CD Players Not Long For This World?
A mantra during the development of the Cadillac ATS was “every gram counts.” The result is a vehicle that should be the lightest in its class when it debuts. With pressure from consumers to improve efficiency, as well as new Corporate Average Fuel Economy standards being put into place, the race is on to save [...]
With M Out Of The Picture, 2013 BMW 135is Launches As Fastest 1-Series
For a while, most of the automotive world was intently focused on the BMW 1-Series M. A lot of news, teasers and relentless speculation lead to its debut. Then, BMW announced it was a “one and done”, with it being put into production for just one model year. We’re not sure why they did that, [...]
Dodge Dealer Training Required to Sell 2013 SRT Viper
Ahh, the joys of branding and rebranding. Chrysler is no stranger to this. Since its partnership with Fiat it has separated RAM from Dodge (go figure), introduced standalone Fiat stores, and launched a new plan for Street Racing Technology. Chrysler has been pitching SRT as its own brand for the past year. That means separate [...]
Fisker Atlantic Delayed Until 2014, Price Tag To Start at $50-60,000
Fisker’s funding issues with the Department of Energy have caused there to be some uncertainty over the future of the Atlantic. Formerly known by the Project NINA moniker, the Atlantic was introduced at the New York International Auto Show in April. With a commitment to government investment, Fisker secured a former General Motors plant in [...]