Awesome and Fun Cars for Winter

The prospect of winter driving can be daunting for car owners who don't have the right set of wheels for the job. A high-performance rear-wheel-drive vehicle can be great fun, so long as the weather forecast calls for warm temperatures and sunny skies. But when confronted by a treacherous snow-covered road, you could suddenly feel like a hockey player who's skated onto center ice in a pair of roller skates.

The Next Generation Of Green Cars

The first mass-market electric vehicles are about to go on sale in selected cities, kicking off the beginning of a wave of new green vehicles hitting showrooms over the coming year.

The Chevrolet Volt, from General Motors, and the Leaf, from Nissan, both launching in December, are just the beginning of the electrification trend. At least eight hybrids and 12 plug-in electric cars in every price range are planned for 2011, with another batch of electric vehicles (EVs) expected in 2012.

2011 Nissan Maxima 3.5 SV

Nissan has long touted the Maxima as a four-door version of the company’s Z sportscar. In fact, early versions carried the moniker “4DSC” on the rear windows to let cognoscenti in on the secret that this sedan was really a “4 Door Sports Car” in camera. But as Maxima morphed through subsequent iterations, its styling lost the hard edge of the original.

Gran Turismo 5 Release Date Confirmed

Hell has frozen over. Pigs are flying. Cats are shackin’ up with dogs to make weird cross-species monstrosities. Gran Turismo 5 finally has an official, won’t-be-delayed-again release date. And surprisingly, it’s very very soon. Gran Turismo 5 will release on November 24, 2010.

SEMA 2010, Bikes

Checkout the ameseome sexy bikes from SEMA 2010.The SEMA Show is the premier automotive specialty products trade event in the world (PLEASE NOTE: THE SEMA SHOW IS NOT OPEN TO THE GENERAL PUBLIC). It draws the industry’s brightest minds and hottest products to one place, the Las Vegas Convention Center.

High Mobility Multipurpose Wheeled Vehicle - HMMWV or Humvee

The High Mobility Multipurpose Wheeled Vehicle (HMMWV or Humvee) is a military 4WD motor vehicle created by AM General. It has largely supplanted the roles formerly served by smaller Jeeps such as the M151 1/4 ton MUTT, the M561 "Gama Goat", their M718A1 and M792 ambulance versions, the CUCV, and other light trucks. Primarily used by the United States military, it is also used by numerous other countries and organizations and even in civilian adaptations. The Hummer series was also inspired by the HMMWVs.

2011 Ducati Diavel Review

All right, let’s come clean and admit this isn’t really a review of Ducati’s segment-busting new bike, the power-cruiser-esque Diavel. But from info recently gathered – including comments from Ducati’s CEO, plus the timeless seat-bounce test – we now have a clearer idea of the qualities of this controversial new Italian steed. 

Motorcycle.com Best of 2010 Awards

Now in its second year, our MOBO awards selections process gives us the chance to reflect on the year that was. And for 2010, the spotlights were generally shining on European manufacturers which continued to pump out desirable product while most Japanese OEMs crawled into a hole to wait out the near-global recession. 

Los Angeles Auto Show 2010 - The Top 10 Debuts

Los Angeles Auto Show has become one of the biggest new-car parties on the international calendar, with manufacturers from this continent and others premiering their newest wares. Many reflect the rapidly accelerating trend toward environmentally-responsible motoring, while others shower you in the delightful decadences of luxury and speed (sometimes both at once). Here are the ten newbies that got our attention.

10 Best Engines Of The Year

The ten greatest powerplants of 2010 are examined.

Here is the list of Top 10 best Car Engines of Year 2010

2010 LA Auto Show - Lamborghini Gallardo LP 570-4 Spyder

At LA Auto show one can’t miss the Lamborghini Gallardo LP 570-4 Spyder Performante, the tweaked version of Gallardo LP560-4 Spyder. The open soft top version’s weight has been reduced by 65kg, thanks to the use of Caron-Fiber panels and improved aerodynamics. The total weight of the vehicle is 1,485 kg.

iPad Car Kits

The Scosche Industries iKit is the first (and best) iPad car kit. Since the iPad came out, Apple geeks have dreamed of taking it on the open road. The only problem they had was how to mount it without either breaking their iPad or crashing their Prius. Thankfully, Scosche Industries has saved the day.

Little Luxury Mini Limos

This Mini XXL is a 6-meter-long stretch limousine made from a Mini Cooper S Car.  The car seats six and includes a flat-screen TV, DVD player, telephone, full black leather, and a swimming pool. The pool fits two people and has a detachable sunroof. 

BMW X5 M Modified Into An AWD Sports Car

The German tuner Hamann revealed the Flash Evo M, a BMW X5 M-based modification that adds a bodykit, light alloy wheels, increased performance and visual enhancement of the interior.

 

Golden Modified Mercedes SLR McLaren

Some modified cars are more outrageous than others, but this SLR McLaren with a gold-plated finish probably beats most of them. The gold-laden McLaren is the work of Swiss auto designer Ueli Anliker, who's been doing this kind of jewelry-encrusting onto cars for 35 years. Mr. 

Subaru Impreza Concept

Subaru today unveiled the Impreza Design Concept, which previews the carmaker's new "Confidence in Motion" design and brand strategy. The Impreza has been Subaru's global compact car since 1992.

2011 Lamborghini Gallardo LP 570-4 Spyder Review

With the new Gallardo LP 570-4 Spyder Performante, Lamborghini is setting a new benchmark in the most fascinating automobile segment of all - the open-top super sports car. As "Performante", the Gallardo Spyder is even lighter thanks to CFRP technology, even more agile and dynamic.

BMW Presents Limited-Edition Individual 7 Series Composition

As part of an exclusive partnership and with effect as of next year, the Munich-based premium carmaker BMW will be supporting the international talent program of piano manufacturer Steinway & Sons. The aim of the joint initiative between BMW and Steinway & Sons is to promote and nurture young musicians at national and international level.

Land Rover Range Rover Evoque 5-Door

With its stylish and sporting appearance, combined with larger interior space, the five-door Range Rover Evoque joins the stunning coupe model to create a highly desirable line-up that will define the premium compact SUV segment

Most Anticipated Vehicles Of 2011

Fall is the traditional start of the new model year for the auto industry. Many of the new models set to hit showrooms in the coming months reflect America's changing priorities after a spike in gas prices in 2008 and tough new emissions rules enacted by the U.S. government.

Bestselling Cars of 2010

After a couple of dismal years automobile sales are slowly improving, fed by a rebound in pickup truck sales and the gradual return of retail consumers to dealer showrooms.

Until October the industry's anemic growth was attributed mostly to fleet sales to governments and corporations.

Chevrolet Corvette ZR1 Wide Body Kit Conversion

A killer wide body kit conversion has been made for the Chevrolet Corvette, from the tuners at ZR1 Body Kits. The Chevy Corvette already looks great from the factory, but this look has been inspired by the C6.R Corvette racing cars, featuring an aggressive stance and exterior styling. It is available in two varieties, the more aggressive called the Extreme Style ZR1 for the C6 Z06 Grand Sport retails for $7,599, while the tuning firm also offers the mild OEM-style ZR1 body kit for

2011 Nissan 370Z Roadster

When it comes to understanding the success of the popular Nissan 370Z Roadster, the story is simple: seductive styling, legendary Z performance, the most refinement of any Z convertible ever offered and one other thing - an exhilarating connection to the air, wind and environment.

Classic Cars For Auction

Lamborghinis, Jaguars and Ferraris are just some of the types of cars that hit the auction block in London recently.

But the main attraction at the RM Auctions event, was a 1964 Aston Martin that appeared in two James Bond films. It hauled in a hefty seven-figure bid, partly because of its rarity. A second vehicle used in the films was reported stolen several years ago and is believed to have been destroyed. 

Cars You Cannot Buy In US..

Dozens of automotive models—from manufacturers that include boutique supercar makers in Europe and mass producers in China and India—may never roll down U.S. streets. Once the unquestioned destination car market, the U.S. is no longer even the world's biggest. Last year, China became the top consumer of motor vehicles. Our list this year includes two cars we'd like to see here:

2011 Audi R8 GT

Audi presents a limited-production version of it R8 high-performance sports car, the R8 GT. The output of its 5.2-liter V10 has been increased to 560 hp; vehicle weight has been reduced by roughly 220 lbs. The R8 GT accelerates from zero to 60 mph in 3.5 seconds and reaches a top speed of 199 mph.

Chevy Camaro SS Red Flash

Chevrolet designers created the Red Flash Camaro SS Show Car to extend Camaro's look - and even its sound - to a new level.

Red Flash combines Chevrolet Accessory parts available today with some specially designed new concepts from the design studio, resulting in a unique new Camaro statement.

Top 10 Most Unusual Engines of All Time

Most car engines today are pretty similar. Even the ones we’d call different, like Porsche’s flat-sixes or Fiat’s new two-cylinder, follow tried-and-true engineering maxims that have dominated the industry for the past 50 years. But not every car manufacturer plays by the rules when designing engines.

Best of SEMA 2010

SEMA is the greatest car show to which you aren’t invited. Basically a meet-and-greet for manufacturers, distributors, and vendors of aftermarket parts, it has evolved into one of the best custom-car shows in the country. How? If you want to draw attention to your product, what better way than to showcase it on the most awesome cars you can find?

Watch-out for these nine customized Ford Mustangs

Ask any Mustang owner and he’ll say the same thing “I have fallen in love with my Ford Mustang”. Such is the charm of this American pony car that people want to bring their personalized touch to the Mustang. This year SEMA (Specialty Equipment Market Association) show will have the new 2012 Mustang Boss 302 along with the 9 customized versions of Ford Mustang. So let’s have a run down on these 9 customized Ford Mustang’s that are going to steal the lime-light at SEMA 2010.

Ford reveals Police Interceptor Stealth concept

After unveiling nine customized versions of Mustang, Ford has revealed the special police interceptor ahead of its SEMA debut. The concept will be on display in Las Vegas this week and is designed by ford designer Melvin Betancourt. The inspiration for the police interceptor concept came from the SR-71 stealth airplane used in the 1950s and 1960s to create a Taurus-based Police Interceptor that manages to be flashy yet still able to fly under the radar.

2011 Aston Martin One-77

The One-77 is Aston Martin's definitive sports car, one that epitomizes everything Aston Martin from technology, the hand-craftsmanship of the hand rolled aluminum panels to the attention to detail. A culmination of all the marque's know-how, the One-77 delivers effortless beauty guaranteed to stir the senses with performance potential eclipsing any previous Aston Martin.

2010 Chevrolet Camaro SSX Concept

Ever since the new Chevrolet Camaro's launch last year, owners have explored the performance potential of the car. The Camaro SSX Track Car is a concept for transforming a street Camaro SS into a closed-course track car, and a showcase for new performance parts.

"The SSX concept explores taking Camaro's excellent street performance and extending it into a road course context," said Chris Perry, vice president, Chevrolet marketing. "The car expresses Camaro performance while also signaling Chevrolet's new commitment to developing and offering a portfolio of performance parts for racing enthusiasts."

The Camaro SSX Track Car has a purposeful aesthetic, with exterior appointments and suspension modifications aimed at road course performance. They include carbon fiber aero parts - front splitter and adjustable rear wing - lightweight carbon fiber body panels, revised lower grille and unique brake cooling ducts. The carbon body panels significantly lower the Camaro's weight, as does the elimination of much of the production car's sound-deadening material, carpeting and rear seat.

Low-gloss Icy White Metallic exterior paint is contrasted with the carbon aero parts, door graphics/racing number and red details; and this competition-ready Camaro rolls on dedicated track wheels and tires. This concept was constructed with input from Pratt and Miller, Chevrolet partner in Corvette Racing, and Riley Technologies using parts proven in the Grand Am racing series.

Exterior:

• Icy White Metallic color with red accents and door graphics
• Carbon fiber hood, fenders, door and deck lid
• Exposed carbon fiber front splitter, rockers and adjustable rear wing
• Unique lower grille and brake ducts

Interior:

• Carpeting, sound deadener and rear seat deleted
• Ace suede-covered racing steering wheel and shifter
• SCCA-approved roll cage and window net
• Racing driver's seat with five-point harness
• Racing pedals
• Fire suppression system
• Fuel cell
• Video camera system mounted on the roll cage

Performance:

• LS3 6.2L V-8 enhanced with Chevrolet Performance Parts' camshaft, cylinder heads and dry-sump oiling system
• Production six-speed manual transmission with Corvette ZR1 twin-disc clutch
• Low-restriction air induction and exhaust systems
• Four-wheel disc racing brake system with six-piston front/four-piston rear calipers and drilled and slotted rotors
• Modified production suspension with Pfadt licensed components
• 20-inch racing wheels and tires

Specifications
Key: AT - automatic transmission, MT - manual transmission, F/R/AWD - front/rear/all wheel drive
Powertrain
Type	V8
Displacement	376 cu in (6162 cc)
Power	n/a
Torque	n/a
Redline	n/a
Driveline	Rear Wheel Drive
Transmission	6 Speed Manual
Brakes & Tires
Brakes Front - Rear	Ventilated Discs - Ventilated Discs
Tire Size Front - Rear	R20
Exterior Dimensions & Weight
Length	190.4 in
Width	75.5 in
Height	n/a
Curb Weight	n/a
Performance
0-60	n/a
1/4 Mile	n/a
60-0 Braking	n/a
Top Speed	n/a
Fuel Economy
EPA Fuel Mileage - City/Highway	n/a
Origin & Price
Origin	United States of America
Base Retail Price (MSRP)	n/a