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2010 LA Auto Show: Subaru Teases Next Impreza with Concept Study

Posted: 17 Nov 2010 07:07 PM PST

After bringing you a preview sketch earlier today, we now have some live images of the Subaru Impreza Design Concept from the LA Show floor. Taking Subaru's compact design in a new direction, the language of "Confidence In Motion" doesn't disappoint. In fact, this may preview the first good-looking Subaru in a long time. Hopefully it won't jump...


LA Show 2010: KIA Launches Optima Hybrid, Returns 40 mpg Highway

Posted: 17 Nov 2010 06:50 PM PST

With everyone riding the "green wave" these days, it's no surprise that KIA launched its first-ever hybrid for the U.S. market, the Optima Hybrid. Combining the standard model's good looks with several technological innovations, the newest member of the Optima family returns a frugal 40 mpg (5.88 lt/100 km) on the highway. "By adding our...


LA Show 2010: New Toyota RAV4 EV Powered by Tesla Appears in the Flesh [with Video]

Posted: 17 Nov 2010 05:20 PM PST

Apparently the RAV4 is still around, and Toyota has partnered with Tesla to make a new EV version of the SUV so the common man can be just like Tom Hanks. The second generation of RAV4 EV is currently undergoing a 35-vehicle test run and analysis through 2011 (similar to the Mini E's pilot program), with production vehicles set to start showing up...


LA Show Debut for 2012 U.S.-Spec Nissan GT-R, New “Black Edition” Added to Range

Posted: 17 Nov 2010 04:52 PM PST

Boasting more power, subtle interior and exterior styling tweaks as well as chassis updates and a new "Black Edition" model, the U.S.-spec 2012 Nissan GT-R made its North American debut today at the Los Angeles Auto Show. As far as street-cred goes, few cars can equal the Nissan GT-R. So, it's only normal that every new version finds the fans...


Breaking: 2012 BMW 650i Convertible Officially Unveiled

Posted: 17 Nov 2010 04:13 PM PST

In an unusual move, while the Concept 6 Series Coupe was making its North American premiere at the 2010 Los Angeles International Auto Show today, BMW unveiled photos and details of the production version of the all-new 6-Series Convertible that will go on sale in the States in Spring of 2011 tagged as a 2012 model. If you've seen the Concept 6...


Fiat Prices American 500 from $15,500

Posted: 17 Nov 2010 03:33 PM PST

Now that Fiat/Chrysler is gearing up for the full-out debut of the American 500, information has been spilling over the levies like it's 2005. After recently giving you the heads-up on the car's Americanization and the full list of dealers, we're happy to provide you with the ability to build and price your own little Cinquecento (courtesy of...


LA Show 2010: Nissan introduces the 2011 Quest Minivan

Posted: 17 Nov 2010 02:40 PM PST

Joining the Allure sedan concept and the oddball Murano CrossCabriolet at Nissan's LA Show stand today is the family-oriented 2011 Quest minivan. Built on Nissan's D-platform and motivated by a 3.5-liter 253 hp V6 engine, the fourth generation Quest has a more eye-catching design, improved interior and power sliding side doors. Sales in the US are...


LA Show 2010: Honda Debuts Fit EV Concept, goes into Production in 2012

Posted: 17 Nov 2010 02:12 PM PST

With hybrid models becoming more of a mainstream product for consumers these days, automakers are now turning their attention on the next 'green' frontier, all-electric cars. At the LA Auto Show, Honda lifted the covers off the all-new Fit EV Concept electric subcompact. And mind you, this is not your typical motor-show crowd gatherer as according...


LA Show 2010: GM giving out free Hot Wheels Camaro Convertible model cars

Posted: 17 Nov 2010 01:16 PM PST

Now here's a simple yet cool and, if we take our younger years as an example, very effective way of promoting your products. GM's Chevy division will be offering free Hot Wheels Camaro Convertibles each day of the LA show, which runs for the public from Nov. 19-28 at the LA Convention Center, to "kids of all ages" - we'll take that without any...


LA Show 2010: Nissan's Ellure Sedan Targets Sophisticated Female Eco-Rebels [52 Photos]

Posted: 17 Nov 2010 12:51 PM PST

Besides dropping its Murano CrossCabriolet at this year's LA Auto Show, Nissan has also brought the Ellure concept. Nissan says the Ellure represents Nissan's commitment to the sedan segment, but not any particular upcoming model. If anything, take this as a 4-door design exercise that's "an ideal fit for the needs of its [potential] projected...


LA Show 2010: Ford Displays Tuned 2012 Focus Hatchbacks

Posted: 17 Nov 2010 12:31 PM PST

Three personalized Focus models will also be on display at Ford's 2010 Los Auto Show stand, giving visitors an idea of how they could improve their stock rides. The cars received a makeover consisting mostly of visual enhancements from Ford Vehicle Personalization, FSWerks and 3dCarbon. Developed by Ford Vehicle Personalization, the first Focus...


LA Show 2010: Nissan Murano CrossCabriolet Tries to Start a New Crossover Niche

Posted: 17 Nov 2010 12:14 PM PST

In an attempt to one-up Mercedes' 4-door coupe segment, Nissan has created the mass-market 4-door convertible crossover segment. Unwrapped at the LA Show today, the Nissan Murano CrossCabriolet, which should appear on lots in early 2011, is a study in being everything to just about everyone. Nissan says the Murano CossCab resolves the issues...


2010 LA Auto Show: Subaru Impreza Concept aims at Audi

Posted: 17 Nov 2010 11:34 AM PST

[Update: High-res picture added] Subaru appears to finally be getting on the stylish compact sedan bandwagon with its sleek, new LA Show-bound Impreza concept. Spearheading the brand's "Confidence in Motion" design language, the low and wide concept wears a more stylish interpretation of the Legacy's nose while losing the awkward lines found on...


LA Show 2010: New 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS 63 AMG with Bi-Turbo V8

Posted: 17 Nov 2010 11:20 AM PST

Taking center stage at Mercedes-Benz's LA Auto Show booth is the range-topper of the new 2012 CLS series, the CLS 63 AMG sports sedan. Like the S 63 AMG and CL 63 AMG, the CLS 63 AMG benefits from a new 5.5-litre V8 biturbo engine with direct-injection technology producing 525 hp and torque of 700 Nm. Mercedes also offers an optional AMG...


Lamborghini LP 570-4 Spyder Performante: "Official" Superleggera Spyder appears online

Posted: 17 Nov 2010 10:13 AM PST

Lamborghini may have just dropped some info and specs on its latest special edition Gallardo, the LP 570-4 Spyder "Performante". I say "may have" because nearly 100% of the information in the press release posted by a forum member of Teamspeed is cut and pasted from the Superleggera's original info sheet (barring the weight / height / speed...


LA Auto Show: Mitsubishi i gets westernized by fattening up, Priced from around $30,000

Posted: 17 Nov 2010 09:26 AM PST

The North American i-MiEV is finally here to help rally the Mitsubishi troops in what has to be one of the company's final attempts to stay afloat here in the the States. The US i will be sold strictly as an electric vehicle and use Mitsubishi's innovative Electric Vehicle system (MiEV). The company plans to roll out the "i" to West Coast...


LA Show 2010: Ford Focus Race Car Concept

Posted: 17 Nov 2010 08:39 AM PST

Making its world premiere in LA today is the Focus Race Car Concept that will form the base for the Blue Oval's next global touring race car. Powered by a 2.0-liter EcoBoost turbocharged four-cylinder engine, the new racing model will get its first shot on the tarmac at the 2011 British Touring Car Championship. For the creation of the Focus...


LA Show 2010: Scion Unveils New xB RS 8.0 Special

Posted: 17 Nov 2010 08:09 AM PST

If there's one thing we can be sure to see at U.S. motor shows it's a limited production version of a Scion model. For the 2010 LA Show, Toyota's small car division has readied the 2011 xB Release Series 8.0 that will begin arriving in dealerships later this month. The RS 8.0 is offered in a new color called Voodoo Blue, which is not currently...


Kelleners Sport Spices Up the F10 BMW 535i

Posted: 17 Nov 2010 07:42 AM PST

Fans of the BMW 5-Series were a little disappointed with the new F10, as it shed some of its sportier genes in favor of a more luxurious character. Kelleners Sport intends to change this, by offering a host of exterior and interior appointments, plus performance upgrades for the 535i. It will debut at this month's Essen Motor Show. The German...


LA Show 2010: Porsche's Lighter and More Hardcore Cayman R [Photos + Video]

Posted: 17 Nov 2010 06:57 AM PST

Porsche has chosen the 2010 Los Angeles Auto Show to unveil its finest version yet of the Cayman sports coupe. The new Cayman R is a stripped-out, lighter and more powerful variant of the mid-engined 'S' model. Porsche says that in its special alphabet, the letter 'R' is for "responsive and refined – but most especially for racy." Stuttgart's...


Chrysler Selects 130 Dealers for Fiat Brand Across the USA

Posted: 17 Nov 2010 06:10 AM PST

Coinciding with the Fiat 500's American debut at the LA Show today, the Chrysler Group released details on the 130 dealers that will represent the brand in the United States. The company said that all the appointed dealerships have plans in place and will be ready to take orders for the 2012 Fiat 500 subcompact which will be offered at launch with...


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