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April 9, 2009
NYIAS: SMS 570 Challenger
By Mike Musto
RideLust.com
After driving Dodge’s new Challenger R/T and SRT, I came away with a warm fuzzy feeling that made me want to buy one. Now it seems that Steve Saleen, creator of the amazing Saleen S7 wants to up the ante by trying to improve on what Chrysler has created, with the creation of the SMS 570 Challenger. Continue reading after the jump.
Nissan GT-R Upgraded Hennessey Style
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Hennessey Performance has modified the Nissan GT-R to be even quicker than it already is. How fast? How about 0-60mph in 2.8 seconds without launch control!
2010 Ford Fusion Sport: My Buddy's Back!
By Mike Musto
RideLust.com
As most of you know I am a HUGE fan of the Ford Fusion. I ran one in last year’s Bullrun Rallyas a substitute for my wounded ’69 Daytona, so when I spotted this little blue devil at the New York International Auto Show I had to stop, admire and pay my respects to a little car that has a big spot in my automotive heart. Continue reading after the jump.
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NYIAS: Three New Mitsubishi Models: Lancer Sportback, Outlander GT and i-MiEV
By Jim Brennan
UDMan
Mitsubishi has been treading water in North America for a while now. With the exception of the Mitsubishi Lancer models, their offerings have been lackluster at best. Their sales numbers seem to back this hypothesis, and it will take some vastly different products to make the car buying public to come back into Mitsubishi showrooms. And so, with their backs against the wall, Mitsubishi took the wraps off a couple of significant offerings here at the New York International Auto Show. Continue reading after the jump.
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Ed Wellburn and the 2010 Camaro
By Mike Musto
RideLust.com
Yesterday Rob and I got a chance to talk to Ed Wellburn, Vice President of Global Design for GM. Now, Ed is about as high up on the food chain as you get at GM, and I have to say, first and foremost, he is a super nice guy! We talked quite a bit about the 2010 Camaro, including different versions like the Z/28 (keep your fingers crossed on this one) as well as possible dealer upgrades like spoilers, sport hoods, ground effects and a possible track option. What was great about our meeting with Ed Wellburn was that he made himself totally accessible to us as writers. He gave us his time and answered our questions. He’s also a die-hard enthusiast who truly cares about what the consumer wants. He made it clear that we should watch GM as they have some great things waiting in the wings.
He then asked if we’d driven the new Camaro yet. Um, no, we had not. Twenty minutes later, we were in control of a black SS hammering down 34th St. in Manhattan. Now I could go into a big ole’ review of the Camaro, but I’m not going to because later today we get one for the WHOLE DAY!! BOOYA!!.. Oh yeah and we get to keep it overnight, too. Check back in on Friday for the full review.
April 8, 2009
NYIAS: The GMC Terrain
By Jim Brennan
UDMan
Another small crossover SUV was introduced at the Buick/Pontiac/GMC press conference–the GMC Terrain. While it shares the platform with the Chevrolet Equinox, the sheetmetal is entirely different, with more upscale features that you expect from a more expensive Chevrolet. Continue reading after the jump!
NYIAS: Acura ZDX Concept
By Jim Brennan
UDMan
There seems to be a lack of imagination within the car manufacturers these days. Case in point? The New Acura ZDX Concept. This is one of those vehicles that seems to be on the drawing boards from each and every manufacturer, to make a coupe based on an SUV chassis. This is suppose to bring sports sedan performance with Acura’s all aluminum VTEC V-6 engine mated to an all new 6 speed automatic with the Acura’s super handling AWD. Continue reading after the jump!
Mike and I Just Drove the Camaro SS in Manhattan
By Rob Einaudi
Editor-in-Chief
Chevy tossed us the keys and let us play with the new Camaro for a good thirty minutes. Of course, we immediately got stuck in traffic, but we still managed to have some fun with the thing. It was an automatic, but they are giving us one with a 6 speed for a full 24 hours tomorrow. Hmmm, what should we do with it?
Impressions? It doesn’t seem to have the low rpm grunt of the Hemi Challengers we’ve driven, the exhaust note is fairly tame, and the brakes seemed a bit soft. But otherwise it is a sweet package. We’ll have a lot more to say on Friday, so stay tuned. More pics after the jump, along with a quick in-car video.
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NYIAS Scion IQ Concept: It's a Burly Little Bugger
By Mike Musto
RideLust.com
I just came from the Scion press launch of their new concept micro car, the IQ. I have to say that generally I am not overly enthralled with microcars, but this little sucker was cool. Kind of like a smart car on steroids, the IQ definitely appeals to teenager in all of us and at first glance it actually gives the appearance of being much larger than it actually is.
With techno blasting in the background, the little IQ was lowered into the crowd with oohs and aahs from photographers and journalists. There is a good reason for this, too. You see, the IQ is cool. Macho fender flares and 18″ wheels hide massive rotors and nice two-pot calipers. The paint is called “Radioactive,” and has some iridescent qualities and shows yellow or green depending on the exterior light.
Interior appointments are typical Scion, meaning they are youthful. Scion, as I see it, has become a master of dressing up inexpensive materials to appeal to a much hipper audience–and it works. Funky honeycomb seat and door inserts help offset otherwise drab gray vinyl. Combine that with a massive 10″ pop-up monitor and for watching DVD’s (when you’re parked) make for a cool little micro that you wouldn’t mind just hanging out in.
NYIAS: the Honda Element Has Turned "Dog Friendly"
By Jim Brennan
UDMan
Honda has introduced several enhancements to their updated Element small CUV, specifically to make it K9 friendly. They demonstrated these features here at the New York Auto Show, with a very likable duo. This is just another way of marketing a vehicle into another specific segment, and with the growing dog population in the United States, this particular marketing strategy will help Element sales, and may be copied by other manufacturers looking for this slice of the consumer pie. Continue reading after the jump.
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