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LA Show 2010: Cadillac's Urban Luxury Concept is an Aston Martin Cygnet Killer

Posted: 16 Nov 2010 08:11 PM PST

If you want more proof that Cadillac is once and for all abandoning its "bigger is better" mentality adapting to the times, here it is: the Urban Luxury Concept, a design study for a supermini-sized city car (think Aston Martin Cygnet) that will have its world premiere at the Los Angeles Auto Show tomorrow. "While small in size, this concept is...


2010 Los Angeles Auto Show: A to Z Guide of all the Debuts

Posted: 16 Nov 2010 05:59 PM PST

Welcome to Carscoop's coverage of the 2010 Los Angeles Auto Show, which runs for the public from November 19 to 28. From this page we'll keep you updated on all the new models and concept cars that will make their debut in the city of Angels during the press days (November 17-18). This year's edition of the motor show will play host to some 20...


Two Shall Enter, One Shall Leave: Geely and Volvo disagree on Volvo's Future

Posted: 16 Nov 2010 05:23 PM PST

Li Shufu, president of current Volvo owner, China's Zhejiang Geely Holding Group Co., appears to be having some issues with Volvo executives regarding the brand's future plans. According to Auto News Europe, there are two major issues: 1) the types of cars Volvo wants to build, and 2) brand marketing. Mr. Li thinks Volvo should build larger cars...


Report: Honda to kill Civic Nameplate in Japan

Posted: 16 Nov 2010 03:28 PM PST

According to media reports, Honda's Civic will cease Japanese sales as soon as the current inventory is gone. This decision is said to be the result of increased demand for minivans and smaller cars, but that doesn't mean the Civic is going anywhere for you and me. Honda will continue to sell the entry-level compact, which is set to be replaced...


Porsche's LA Show Debut will be the Cayman R Lightweight Special

Posted: 16 Nov 2010 02:30 PM PST

We just learned that the new mid-engined sports model that Porsche announced for the LA Auto Show will be the Cayman R. Think of it as a more hardcore version of the Cayman S (pictured above) that has shed a few pounds here and there, and comes equipped with a mildly tuned version of the flat-six engine. According to our sources, the Cayman R also...


2011 Kia Optima Sedan Priced, Starts from $19,690

Posted: 16 Nov 2010 01:09 PM PST

As the all-new 2011 Optima sedan will be hitting dealer lots in coming weeks, Kia decided to release detailed pricing on its promising contender in the mid-size sedan segment. Prices for the new Optima start $18,995, or $19,690 if you include the $695 destination and handling fee. This means the base Optima is priced on par with Chrysler's...


LA Show Preview: Acura freshens up 2011 TSX Sedan

Posted: 16 Nov 2010 12:25 PM PST

Making its world premiere at the Los Angeles Auto show tomorrow is the barely botoxed 2011 Acura TSX sedan. Our previous guesstimates about Acura bringing the TSX sedan in line with the new Sport Wagon model, which is based on the corresponding European Honda Accord model, proved to be more or less true. On the outside, the 2011 TSX gets an...


These Colors Don't Run: Florida Dealership Offering AK-47 with Truck Purchase

Posted: 16 Nov 2010 11:29 AM PST

In freedom-based news, pre-owned truck dealer Nations Trucks - which sells "trucks, not gimmicks" - has become the latest consumer outlet to offer a gun with a purchase (is Michael Moore seeing this?). In this case, the dealership is offering certain qualified customers a fresh AK-47 with the purchase of a new truck. Actually, it's a $400 voucher...


Prior Design Releases Widebody Kit for the E92 BMW 3-Series Coupe

Posted: 16 Nov 2010 10:40 AM PST

German tuning firm Prior Design has unveiled a widebody kit for the E92 3-Series Coupe, which turns the bimmer into an M3 clone with a "hormonal disposition" [whatever that means..], for a base price of €2,999. While we're not sure about those "hormones", the exterior modifications look nice enough, so Prior's kit is definitely worth a...


2011 Toyota Corolla Facelift: First Official Photos, will Debut at LA Show

Posted: 16 Nov 2010 09:35 AM PST

The Los Angeles Auto Show will be opening its doors to the members of the press tomorrow, but Toyota can't wait to share its facelifted 2011 Corolla sedan. The Japanese firm's bread and butter model has received a mild makeover along with some equipment upgrades. It will go on sale in the States in December. The most obvious visual changes...


2011 Chrysler 200 Fully Revealed Inside and Out in Video. What Do You Say? [with Poll]

Posted: 16 Nov 2010 08:16 AM PST

Over the past few weeks, we've shared all the details and shown you a variety of photos of the Chrysler's Sebring replacement which has been reborn as the not-so-new 200 sedan. However, due to Chrysler's dappled photo tactics, many questions remained on the new 200's exterior as well as interior looks. Well, time has come to provide answers to all...


Fiat's 500 gets a few but All-Important Tweaks for the American market - Including... Mega Size Cupholders

Posted: 16 Nov 2010 07:51 AM PST

Auto fans in America have been watching the arrival of the Fiat 500 with a wary eye, unsure of whether or not the adorable city car will be the vehicle to return affordable Italian automobiles to the American market. Finally, the changes deemed necessary for American consumer appeal have been made, and the list isn't exactly surprising. In order...


Aston Martin Quietly Unwraps Rapide Luxe Special Edition

Posted: 16 Nov 2010 06:54 AM PST

What's better than a sleek Aston Martin Rapide? No, not some German competitor, but the Rapide Luxe, a special edition version of the British sports saloon that quietly appeared on the automaker's official website. Those expecting more power or even better handling are going to be disappointed, as the Rapide Luxe is all about trim and styling...


LA Show Preview: New Jeep Grand Cherokee Overland Summit and Liberty Jet Editions

Posted: 16 Nov 2010 06:35 AM PST

The full of activity Chrysler Group will be unveiling a pair of premium editions of the Jeep Grand Cherokee and Liberty [Cherokee in Europe] at the Los Angeles Auto Show. Both the Grand Cherokee Overland Summit and Liberty Jet models benefit from added standard content as well as bespoke styling features, and are scheduled to arrive in dealerships...


Infiniti Essence GT Concept becomes a $300 Limited Edition Sculpture with its own Louis Vuitton Case

Posted: 16 Nov 2010 05:52 AM PST

The well-received Infiniti Essence GT may not have become a reality -at least not yet- but it's getting its own artwork in the form of a collector's edition sculpture, penned by the car's original designer under the supervision of Senior Vice President and Chief Creative Officer Shiro Nakamura. The "Essence Sculpture" is made from solid resin and...


2011 Chevrolet Camaro Convertible Fully Revealed with: Photos, Videos and Details

Posted: 16 Nov 2010 05:16 AM PST

The Los Angeles Auto Show this week will see the long-awaited 2011 Camaro Convertible getting its first public outing before going on sale in February of 2011 with an estimated starting price $30,000. Today, General Motors released more photos and details as well as a couple of new videos of the soft-top variant of the Camaro, which has been in...


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