Saturday, December 18, 2010

CARSCOOP

CARSCOOP

Link to Carscoop

SCOOP: 2012 BMW 5-Series Hybrid Spied on the Roads of Munich

Posted: 17 Dec 2010 06:07 PM PST

It's no secret that BMW is preparing a hybrid version of its latest generation [F10] 5-Series sedan as the Bavarian automaker teased the model at the 2010 Geneva Motor Show with the Concept 5 Series ActiveHybrid study. And even though the prototype model seen in our latest spy pictures carries the 535i badge, the "Hybrid Test Vehicle" label on the...


GM CEO Calls the Prius a Geek-Mobile, Wouldn’t be Caught Dead in One

Posted: 17 Dec 2010 04:34 PM PST

In the grand scheme of things, General Motors is a little late in the purpose-built hybrid range extended electric vehicle game. Toyota has recently launched its third generation Prius and Honda its second generation Insight. At worst, the soon-to-be-released Chevy Volt is a logical move from a marketing perspective; if the consumer wants frumpily...


AutoLeaks: Lamborghini LP700 Murcielago Successor Dealer Order Guide Reveals Specs

Posted: 17 Dec 2010 03:37 PM PST

This has been a good week for Lamborghini fans. After we saw a lightly camouflaged prototype of the Murcielago's successor a couple of days ago, the official dealer order guide of the upcoming Italian supercar made its way onto the internet via the Teamspeed forums. As expected, engine specs remained unchanged, but the guide does reveal plenty...


Lancia's 2011 New Year Greeting Card Teases 2012 Ypsilon, Announces Two More New Models

Posted: 17 Dec 2010 02:49 PM PST

In a surprise move, Lancia literally outlined its forthcoming 2012 Ypsilon supermini through an animated New Year's greeting card posted on a special minisite. And if that's not enough news for you, the chalk-like drawings were accompanied by a teaser message that reads, "A new horizon, three new Lancia models". The Italian firm did not...


Ariel to Celebrate Atom’s 10th Anniversary with Mugen-Tuned Special

Posted: 17 Dec 2010 01:48 PM PST

Ariel's much acclaimed bare-essentials sports car, the Atom, turned 10 this year. In order to celebrate the special occasion, the British maker has joined forces with Mugen's European branch to develop a special edition model, which will be launched onto the market in January 2011 in a strictly limited run of 10 cars. The new lightweight model...


Blast from the Past: Chevrolet’s Stunning 1973 Aerovette Concept

Posted: 17 Dec 2010 01:21 PM PST

How do you replace a motoring icon? In the years leading up to 1968, U.S. automaker Chevrolet was dealing with this very problem with their venerable Corvette. The first and second generation Corvettes, designed by Harley Earl and Larry Shinoda respectively, were stylish and innovative creations that drew countless fans from the automotive...


VIDEO: F1 Star Nico Rosberg gets a Taste of the 2012 Mercedes-Benz SLK Roadster

Posted: 17 Dec 2010 12:24 PM PST

There's nothing wrong with using your assets, so we don't blame Mercedes-Benz for trying to build some hype around the upcoming 2012 SLK by inviting Formula 1 pilot Nico Rosberg to take the hardtop roadster for a spin. However, the entire happening feels much too scripted, from the way the camera ducks just when the front fascia is almost revealed...


Lotus CEO Says Concept City Car will Enter Production in "October 2013"

Posted: 17 Dec 2010 10:32 AM PST

It appears that Aston Martin won't be the only British sports car maker to have a controversial small city car in its range. Lotus chief executive Dany Bahar told Car magazine that the Concept City Car, which was previewed at the recent Paris Motor Show alongside five sports car studies, has been approved for production. The comapny's CEO said the...


eBay Sleeper: 1979 Chevrolet Malibu with Pontiac GTO 5.7-liter LS1 V8

Posted: 17 Dec 2010 09:31 AM PST

Now that Pontiac is officially gone, one way of keeping the heritage alive is to salvage whatever parts you can find. We don't know if that's what the owner of this 1979 Chevrolet Malibu thought, but, nevertheless, he did swap the original engine with a modern 5.7-liter LS1 V8, sourced from a wrecked GTO, while keeping the styling of the car...


Nissan to Offer Personalized Graphic Wraps for 2012 NV Vans

Posted: 17 Dec 2010 08:58 AM PST

As well as releasing pricing for its all-new 2012 NV Commercial Van, Nissan also announced a partnership agreement with Original Wraps to provide future owners of the van with personalized graphics. The Japanese maker said the application will be available through the Nissan Commercial Vehicle website in January 2011. The graphics are printed on...


McLaren MP4-12C GT3 Endurance Racer Coming in 2012

Posted: 17 Dec 2010 07:51 AM PST

Twelve years after the last six McLaren F1 GTR "Longtails" hit the tarmac at Le Mans, the British supercar maker and CRS Racing have begun work on an MP4-12C-based GT3 racecar. According to the plan that was revealed today, the MP4-12C GT3 will be available in limited numbers starting from 2012. The McLaren F1 GTR was a very successful racecar,...


Hofele-Design Takes on First Generation Porsche Boxster with 986 Speed GT Package

Posted: 17 Dec 2010 07:15 AM PST

If you happen to own a first generation Porsche Boxster 986 and want to improve the roadster's looks - in the traditional sense of the word and not in the way some replica makers propose (i.e. this Boxster based Lamborghini), you may want to take a look at Hofele-Design's new Speed GT styling package. The "Speed GT" body kit for Boxster...


Project Kahn Unwraps Range Rover RS500 with 500HP Cosworth-Tuned V8 Diesel

Posted: 17 Dec 2010 06:39 AM PST

UK-based tuning firm Project Kahn has unleashed its latest creation based on the diesel-powered Land Rover Range Rover. The comprehensive tune covers both the interior and exterior styling as well as the 4.4-liter V8 diesel, courtesy of renowned engine tuner Cosworth. On the outside, the Range Rover RS500 gets redesigned bumpers, the rear...


GMC Previews Sierra All Terrain HD Concept Ahead of Detroit Show

Posted: 17 Dec 2010 05:52 AM PST

General Motors will be presenting an ultra-tough concept study based on the four-door 2011 GMC Sierra HD pickup truck at the rapidly approaching Detroit Motor Show in mid-January. The GMC Sierra All Terrain HD study is highlighted by its rough n' tough exterior design and enhanced all-road capability. Shorter in overall length than production...


Posted by at

No comments:

Post a Comment

Subscribe to: Post Comments (Atom)