Luxury Cars
2012 Audi S8 Blends Brute Force and Beauty – Frankfurt Auto Show Preview
Set for its official reveal at the Frankfurt Auto Show in just two weeks time, Audi will launch an all-new S8. Discontinued in 2010 with its Lambo-s0urced V10, the 2012 model trades displacement for turbochargers, with a new twin-turbo 4.0-liter V8 making an impressive 520-hp and 480 lb-ft of torque, an improvement of 70-hp and…
The Impossible Collection Of Cars Showcases Rides You Can’t Afford
It may be a dream of yours to own one of the world’s most sought-after and beautifully designed luxury automobiles. You may not be able to afford the real thing, but for a fraction of the cost, you can gaze at them longingly with The Impossible Collection of Cars book. A limited edition, 144-page book…
BMW X1 U.S. Launch Postponed Until 2013
The baby crossover was initially slated to arrive at US dealers sometime in 2010, though now the earliest it will likely surface here is sometime in 2013 after it receives a mid-life freshening.
Infiniti Planning Front-Drive Product Push
Unveiled at the Pebble Beach Concours d’Elegance, the Infiniti JX Concept will go into production as both an all-wheel drive model and as a front-drive version, marking the start of more front-drivers to come. Following the JX will be a niche market electric car based on the Nissan Leaf’s front-drive architecture. After that, look for…
“Hey Ferrari, Like Those Magnetic Ride Shocks? Yea, We Invented Them” – Cadillac [Video]
Cadillac has just released a new commercial, shedding some light on what it feels might be a popular misconception about its new CTS-V Coupe. The car features what are known as “magnetorheological shock absorbers”, which essentially work by having metal particles in the fluid, allowing the onboard computer to control the stiffness of the shocks…
Lexus GS350 Coupe Under Consideration
Looking to grow sales and continue to take the fight to the Germans, Lexus is reportedly considering a two-door version of the new 2013 GS350. Based on the same platform the car would use the same rear-drive setup and be powered by the automaker’s 306-hp 3.5-liter V6 engine. Currently Lexus has no hard-top offerings apart…
Lexus CT200h Sales Besting Rivals Despite Supply Issues
When a car meets its expected sales target it’s not normally worth reporting, but considering the flop that was the HS250h (not to mention slumping brand sales in general), Lexus seems on track to meet and even exceed its goal with the new CT200h. According to the latest figures the CT200h was the third best…
Lexus IS-F Circuit Club Sport Parts Now Available from TRD
Prepping your IS-F for the track just got a lot easier thanks to a new line of performance parts released by Toyota‘s TRD performance division. The parts, first unveiled on the Lexus IS-F Circuit Club Sport concept car at the 2010 Tokyo Auto Salon, include a new carbon fiber front bumper, carbon trunk lid, rear…
Lexus GS F Sport and 450h Models Teased
After the reveal of the all-new 2013 GS350 at Pebble Beach, Lexus is soon planning to unveil both the F Sport and 450h variants. The 450h will be Lexus’ attempt at delivering V8 performance with a hybrid 3.5L V6 powerplant. While we can’t see any styling changes in these teasers, we anticipate there to be…
2012 Mercedes B-Class Photo Leaked
A single photo of the next-generation Mercedes-Benz B-Class has leaked onto the net, showing a compact MPV remarkably similar to the current model. Mercedes has already announced the new B-Class will be offered with either a 122-hp 1.6-liter or a 156-hp gasoline engine. Diesel options will include a 1.8-liter B180 CDI with 109-hp and 184…
2012 Audi A8 Hybrid Revealed With a 4-Cylinder Engine
Audi has just released official details on a new hybrid version of its A8 luxury flagship sedan, powered by a 4-cylinder engine. The 2.0-liter turbocharged 4-cylinder (what else?) is mated to an electric motor and makes a total of 245-hp with 345 lb-ft of torque while achieving an average fuel consumption of 36.75-mpg (on the…
Luxury Car Interiors Inspired Phoebe Philo’s New Clothing Collection
Fashion takes its inspiration from the unlikeliest of places. In fact, one clothing designer’s newest collection takes its cue from luxury cars’ interiors. British fashion designer and the creative director of Celine, Phoebe Philo’s Autumn/Winter 2011/12 collection for the famous fashion house draws inspiration from the interiors of luxury cars. In her line of coats,…
Audi A8 Production Boosted Over 50 Percent in Response to Growing Demand
Nevertheless, despite bucking the current economic trends, there are some industry analysts who feel that this apparent growth from the big three German luxury car makers probably won’t sustain itself over the longer term.
MINI Goodwood: Not Too Rich for Pebble Beach
Take the new MINI Cooper Goodwood to any other car show and its price tag will send potential customers running, but not at Pebble Beach. With some of the wealthiest people in the world on hand to check out the historic automobiles, you’re likely to find that the MINI’s $52,000 sticker isn’t far off what…
BMW 328 Homage Honors the Original at Pebble Beach
First unveiled at the ‘other’ concours (Ville d’Este), the BMW 328 Homage concept made an appearance at Pebble Beach along side its muse. Taking the finest details of the 1930’s race car and applying them to an ultra-modern design concept, the 328 Homage weighs just 1,700 lbs thanks to an extensive use of carbon fiber….
2012 BMW M5 Makes Surprise Appearance at Pebble Beach Concours d’Elegance
It’s perhaps the only automotive venue in the world where the new BMW M5 won’t get the attention it deserves. Then again, it’s hard to compete with the 100 year old rolling sculptures on display at the Pebble Beach Concours d’Eelgance. Debuting at the Nurburgring 24 Hour Race, the new M5 is scheduled to get…
2012 Mercedes SLK55 AMG Revealed With All-New 5.5-Liter V8
After having revealed the SLK350 model, Mercedes‘ AMG division has just announced the new SLK55 AMG. Like the previous SLK55, this model gets a 5.5-liter V8 engine, but that’s where the similarities stop. Making 415-hp and 398 lb-ft of torque, this motor is a naturally aspirated version of the twin-turbo 5.5-liter found under the hood…
Infiniti JX Video: First Look at Infiniti’s 3-Row Luxury Crossover
With a focus on functionality, innovation and safety, Infiniti has revealed its new JX crossover in Monterey as part of the week-long Pebble Beach festivities. Targeted at well-heeled families, the JX is just a concept for now, although Infiniti is promising this vehicle is nearly identical to the production version that will be revealed at…
Infiniti IPL G Convertible Gets Green Light for Production
First unveiled at the Paris Auto Show in concept form, Infiniti has now confirmed the IPL G Convertible will head into production, doubling the number if Infiniti Performance Line products. Much like the IPL G Coupe, the drop top makes 348-hp from its 3.7-liter V6 and includes a modest list of performance and style improvements….
Cadillac Ciel Concept Video: First Look at Caddy’s Stunning 4-Seater Convertible
Cadillac promised the unveiling of an all new concept car in Monterey during the Pebble Beach festivities and the American luxury brand certainly delivered. Ahead of the debut Caddy had confirmed the ConverJ concept would see production as the ELR, leading the throng of assembled journalists to assume that car was the highlight of the…
2013 Lexus GS350 Video: First Look at the Future of Lexus
Unveiled at Pebble Beach, Toyota CEO Akio Toyoda calls the new GS “the first generation of a new Lexus.” Most obvious is an all-new design, while Lexus has also upped its game in terms of interior quality, while promising a more engaging driving experience. GALLERY: 2013 Lexus GS350 Watch the video after the jump and…
Cadillac Ciel Concept is What Bruce Wayne Drives to the Hamptons In [Video]
Cadillac says its stunning new Ciel concept is inspired by the California Coast, but we have to say it’s got an art deco style; with the sort of penache that Bruce Wayne would take to the Hamptons. This four-seater, and four door concept (check the suicide doors) is named after the French word for sky…
Rolls-Royce Commemorates Chinese “Year Of The Dragon”
As one would expect, the coachlines are entirely handpainted and draw inspiration from the Forbidden City in Beijing.
Jaguar C-X16 Concept Teased Ahead of Frankfurt Auto Show Debut
Jaguar has just released the above teaser sketch of what it calls the C-X16 production concept. The name itself speaks volumes, and while this concept is intended to give a look at the future of Jaguar design, it’s likely to be a near production model. What isn’t clear, is how close this vehicle is to…
