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2009 LA Auto Show Coverage On AutoGuide.com |
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Dec 02, 2009 - 4:40 PM - by Administrator
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The 2009 LA Auto Show is now open to the press and AutoGuide is bringing you the latest news including world and North American debuts from the Los Angeles Convention Center.
Important debuts for 2009 include the Ford Fiesta, Mazda2, Chevrolet Cruze, Cadillac CTS Coupe, CTS-V Coupe, Buick Regal, 2011 Toyota Sienna, 2011 Hyundai Tucson, Infiniti M37 and M56, Subaru WRX STI Special Edition, 2011 Ford Mustang and Porsche Boxster Spyder.
Other highlights include the Lexus LFA, Lexus LF-Ch Hybrid, Mercedes SLS, Rolls-Royce Ghost, BMW ActiveHybrid 7, Volkswagen L1 Concept, Porsche 911 Turbo and GT3 RS.
AutoGuide will provide live coverage with updates through the day. Follow the latest news from the 2009 LA Auto Show on AutoGuide.com.
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Report: Nissan to Resurrect 240SX as a Genesis Coupe, FT-86 Competitor |
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Dec 14, 2009 - 4:52 PM - by Administrator
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Recently we've heard several rumors about Nissan resurrecting its 240SX model, with each report becoming more credible. The latest comes from the folks at InsideLine, who say Nissan is in fact planning to bring back the 240 (known as the Silvia in Japan), which will be aimed at the younger and less affluent side of the market, but those who still want a proper rear-drive sports car.
The new model would aim to compete with everything from the Hyundai Genesis Coupe to Toyota's upcoming FT-86 rear-drive sports car. We've also reported recently that both Volkswagen and Kia are planning vehicles for this segment of the market.
Based on a shorter version of Nissan's FR-L platform that is used for both the 370Z and Infiniti G, this sporty coupe would be rear drive, with four seats and use a turbocharged 1.8-liter 4-cylinder engine. Power should be rated at roughly 200-hp. A non-turbocharged option will also be part of the plan, as a high-volume model. Weight is expected to be in the 2,800 lb range, givin ghe car a 0-60 mph time of six or seven seconds.
The design of the car is to be "loosely" based on the Foria Concept car (above). We certainly hope it is loose, as the Foria doesn't hold a candle to the FT-86 in the style department – which is usually one area where Nissan excels.
If the project does get the go-ahead (which we sincerely hope it does), look for a new 240 (we hope they call it the Silvia) in 2011 or 2012.
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Report: Next Generation Nissan GT-R Could Be a 600-hp Hybrid |
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Dec 11, 2009 - 3:25 PM - by Administrator
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Nissan's next generation of the iconic GT-R may be a hybrid sports car. According to a report in Japan's Best Car magazine, the R36 GT-R could use a 440-hp gasoline engine mated to a 160-hp electric motor. This would allow the car to output as much as 600-hp in some modes, while attaining impressive fuel economy in another mode.
To us this sounds a lot like the Infiniti Essence Concept, which debuted earlier this year at the Geneva Auto Show and has continued to captivate the automotive world since. It is powered by a 440-hp twin-turbo direct-injection 3.7-liter V6 engine and an electric motor to make roughly 600-hp. And just recently Infiniti execs admitted that there is still a possibility that the Essence could make it to dealerships in the future. Perhaps it was an early look at the next GT-R.
More: Report: Next Generation Nissan GT-R Could Be a 600-hp Hybrid on AutoGuide.com
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2009 LA Auto Show Preview |
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Nov 27, 2009 - 8:11 PM - by Administrator
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In recent years the Los Angeles Auto Show has emerged as an important venue for automobile manufacturers both international and domestic. In the past, debuts were limited to convertibles or the occasional sports car, but with the state of California leading the charge in promoting alternative fuel, hybrid car and electric vehicle technology, the LA Auto Show has become the place to showcase new "green" products as well.
Debuts expected for 2009 include the 2011 Ford Fiesta and 2011 Mazda2, along with the Cadillac CTS Coupe, 2011 Toyota Sienna, Porsche Boxster Spyder and the North American debut of the Lexus LF-A supercar, Mercedes SLS, Rolls-Royce Ghost, BMW 5 Series GT, BMW X1, 2010 Porsche 911 Turbo and GT3 RS.
Live coverage of the 2009 LA Auto Show begins Dec. 1 at AutoGuide.com.
Check out AutoGuide's preview articles about the 2009 LA Auto Show. You can also sign up for email updates from the show.
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