General Motors and Toyota shop at Hyundai
Hyundai has been trying to shake the image of providing a low quality product since the first round of cars was introduced to the U.S. in 1985 (the first generation Excel looked, felt and drove like it was assembled by preschoolers.) Since then it has taken great steps to improve all quality on its cars, and now it seems the big boys might be taking notice. Hyundai can confirm that General Motors and Toyota were some of the first to line up to buy one of the 800 Genesis sedans in its first month of sales.
2010 Cadillac CTS Sport Wagon premieres at Pebble Beach
Cadillac is getting serious about the European market, and that’s evident with the premiere of the CTS Sport Wagon today at the Pebble Beach Concours d’Elegance. While wagons have not always been the preference for North American customers, the extra space finds favor with European customers. The wagon was a natural evolution for Cadillac considering the CTS was designed to compete with sedans from Germany such as the Audi A4 and the BMW 3-Series. The more aggressive lines suggest that the CTS Sport Wagon is going after A4 Avant customers.
2008 Ford Fusion SEL Review
When you take into consideration that the 2008 Ford Focus we reviewed last week cost $19,365, this (almost) loaded 2008 Ford Fusion SEL at $22,785 (as tested) seems like a bargain for only a few grand more. And it is. While it may not get the excellent fuel economy of the Focus, the Fusion is worlds above the Focus in terms of fit & finish, driving dynamics, and overall quality. But just because it trumps the Focus doesn’t necessarily mean it’s a great buy. It still has the mid-size class leaders to compete with.
One thing to keep in mind - our review model was a model year 2008. If you go out and buy one now (mid-2008,) you may also get a 2009 model, which has a few key changes. Most notably, the 4-cylinder SEL model that we drove is no longer available in a 5-speed manual transmission, only a 5-speed automatic. Other changes related to this review are that the optional $295 ambient lighting is now standard in the SEL, as is Sirius satellite radio.
Arden AJ 21 based on the Jaguar XF
After few months of waiting for someone to give Jaguar’s newest cat a meaner growl, Arden, the British tuning company specialized in Jaguar cars, finally unveiled its customized AJ 21 based on the Jaguar XF. As you can see from the photos the new vehicle features a new body kit consisting in a completely re-designed front bumper with integrated daytime running LED’s in the Audi style, new side sills, a trunk spoiler and a re-designed rear spoiler with integrated exhaust system and rear air diffuser.
Veno Automotive looking to build a better Lamborghini
That is not a Reventón pictured above, but rather a new Polish sports car (insert your joke here.) Lamborghini should be quite happy with the new design coming from Veno Automotive, after all imitation is the most sincerest form of flattery.
Veno has ambitious goals for the car. It says the supercar will be made from carbon fiber and the chassis can withstand the force brought on by 1000 horsepower. It will be available in coupe and roadster versions and will feature an array of gadgets like a night vision camera with pedestrian detection, onboard computer with internet access and doors that open with the touch of a button.
NEW AND FUTURE CARS - 2009 Infiniti G37 Convertible
By David Gluckman
With all of the new-car announcements coming out of Pebble Beach, you’d think they were planning some kind of auto show this weekend. Seriously, isn’t the concours supposed to be about rare cars of the past?
Body Kits - Installing Them Right Scores Major Style Points
By Matt Brooks
An auto body kit is one of the most exciting upgrades you can do to your vehicle. A good aero kit or body kit can really transform the appearance of the vehicle, and the installer will determine if this is a good or bad transformation.
So You Want A Body Kit?
By Ivory Blackwell
So you are ready for the next step in visual and aerodynamic upgrades? Well, I want to cover a few basic steps before you take the big plunge and sink a big wad of dough on a body kit that may not be all its cracked up to be. No pun intended.
Build a Better Body for Your Wheels
By Charles Kassotis
Do you love your car just the way it is, or are you looking to fix ‘er up the way you really want it to be? If you’re the creative type who wants to do things your way, why not take advantage of the great car body kits that are available from reputable parts dealers? You can stop in at the local neighborhood store to check out and select the parts that will bring your vehicle up to speed, so to speak. Or you can virtually browse online websites to find the parts you want to make your car everything you need.
Detox kits - Cleanse Your Body with a Detox - Car parts, fiero, inexpensive, bmw, mustang
By Antoinette Boulay
We are all exposed on a daily basis to a number of chemicals and toxins which, when accrued over a period of time, can damage and harm our bodies. The natural detoxification system is usually able to handle cleansing our body of impurities; ye; from time to time it is important to help it do it’s job.