For 2008, the Porsche Cayenne enters its second generation. Most of the changes are under the skin, and indeed the body shell and interior are mostly untouched. Still, the mild face-lift up front improves aerodynamics, while more power for all the engines pumps up performance and a tweaked suspension provides even sharper handling...
"The 2008 Scion xD is a clever new take on the five-door urban subcompact, with style and flair to match its efficiency and utility," said Mark Templin, Scion vice president. "The Scion xD's aggressive styling is wrapped in a small, agile package, while its interior offers impressive details and a spacious cabin."
When Audi gets done with their corporate spiel at next year's Geneva Motor Show, it's likely that they'll pull back the curtain and unveil their newest attempt to steal market share from the MINIs and 1-series of the world.
General Motors has officially unveiled its 2008 Chevrolet Corvette C6 sporting the new 6.2 Liter LS3! The LS3 monster boasts an extra 200cc’s of explosion space which delivers an additional 36 horsepower.
Next generation Ford Fiesta subcompact, due in late 2008 for Europe, is set to go on sale in America a year later and will arrive essentially unchanged from the European model, according to Ford officials.
The U.S. Fiesta project was confirmed by Ford prior to March's Geneva Motor Show. The struggling automaker's desperate need for a fuel-efficient subcompact (B-segment in Europe) clearly factored into the decision to bring the vehicle stateside.
Tokyo, 26 April, 2007 - Mitsubishi Motors Corporation has announced the names of two new models. The U.S.-market Lancer will be renamed "GALANT FORTIS" for the Japan domestic market. Also, Mitsubishi's rally-inspired, high-performance 4WD sedan will carry the name "LANCER EVOLUTION X" .
A member of the NASIOAC forum managed to scoop some interesting pictures of a 2008 Subaru Impreza WRX parked somewhere in New Jersey. As you’ll have already noticed, this particular black coloured Subaru Impreza features a bunch of elements that differentiate it from the stock Subaru Impreza WRX we saw in New York like the 3D grille and the bronze alloys.
The magic word at Novitec is "Evoluzione" which translates to an addition of 20Hp over the "stock" Novitec Ferrari F430 Bi-Compressor’s 636Hp. The German tuner managed to raise output to 656Hp by revising the compressor and updating the engine management system. Funny enough, the Evoluzione still retains the same performance figures as the stock version with 0 to 62 mph (100 km/h) coming in 3,7 sec while maximum speed continues to stand at 216mph - 348 km/h.
In a sneak peek held a few blocks away from the Javits Convention Center where the New York International Auto Show is staged, Porsche showcased a special-edition Boxster that may go into production later this year.
The facelifted full-size SUV will now be available with a choice of five engines, three four-wheel-drive systems and first in the class SIRIUS Backseat TV entertainment system.
Seriously considering getting the 2007 Subaru B9 Tribeca as the new family vehicle just a month ago, I wouldn't buy the new Tribeca under any circumstances.
Ford and DJ Funkmaster Flex have jointly introduced their latest baby. The new 2008 Ford Expedition Funkmaster Flex Edition comes painted in hot red and black color scheme and is equipped with a complete body kit from 3d Carbon.
Equipped with powerful 298 hp V6 engine, the new STS will have to compete against such well-established marques as the new BMW 5-Series, Mercedes-Benz E-Class, Audi A6 and the upcoming Jaguar XF, to name a few. Is it ready for the challenge?
The updated Hummer H2 SUV and SUT, first unveiled at the motor show in New York, not only sport more capable 6.2-liter small-block V-8 engine and a towing capacity increased by 1,700 pounds to 8,200 pounds.
The SUV is technically brilliant, all right, but its very off-road ideology is not congruent with an image of a company, which is considered the best in making the on-road sports vehicles.
We learned that Monterey Red is the second of two colors being phased out during the 2007 model run and will not return for 2008. The other color to be dropped is LeMans Blue.
The vehicle is shorter overall, but noticeably wider, when sized up next to the outgoing model and is build off of the same platform that underpins the Outlander SUV. The base model will be powered by a 152 HP, 2-liter, inline four, mated to either a five-speed manual or a CVT that will allow drivers to choose from six, pre-selected ratios, controlled by a set of magnesium shift paddles.
The 2nd generation Porsche Cayenne will be slimmer and more powerful than the current model. Cayenne's new family of Direct Fuel Injection (DFI) engines will also feature much better mileage, which in some cases may reach 15 per cent over the older motors.
Spotted crisscrossing Death Valley, California, in 120-degree heat, the M3 prototypes in joshinthecity\342\200\231s exclusive spy photo have ditched it\342\200\231s heavy camouflage in favor of a few well-placed pieces of tape. Up front, you can now clearly see the more aggressive airdam and power dome hood. We\342\200\231re pretty sure the M3\342\200\231s trademark quarter-panel vents are hiding under the taped-on covers, too. Bulging fender flares are another M3 specialty, along with the set of quad pipes out back.
With nearly undisguised sedan prototypes running around, it wouldn\222t be terribly hard to predict what the 2008 Mercedes C-Class Coupe will look like. And that\222s just what Germany\222s AutoBild magazine has done.
We've been tracking the 2008 Mercedes-Benz C-Class for the better part of a year now. It might seem like overkill, but we're hoping Mercedes is finally going to step up and give BMW something to worry about this time around.
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