2010 Toyota RAV4 EV Review

The Toyota ‘Toyota RAV4’ concept, an electric vehicle jointly developed with Tesla, has made its debut at the Los Angeles Auto Show.

A total of 35 vehicles will be built for a demonstration and evaluation program through 2011, with the introduction of a final production model in the US in 2012. The final production vehicle will have a target range of 100 miles in actual road driving patterns, in a wide range of climates and conditions. The Toyota RAV4 concept is based on the current Toyota RAV4 compact SUV body and fitted with a Tesla electric powertrain.

Lexus IS sedans showcase revised styling and gain enhanced interior function and improved handling

New suspension and steering tuning improve stability and control, and the IS 250 model, in both rear-wheel drive and all-wheel drive models, gets the advanced Vehicle Dynamics Integrated Management (VDIM) system. Already standard on the IS 350 model, VDIM integrates all of the car's dynamic-control systems to provide superior handling and traction.

2012 Mercedes SLK Update

Early next year, Mercedes-Benz will launch the all-new 2012 SLK-Class. The agile sports car will feature a bold, new design, exceptionally high levels of comfort, as well as plenty of open-air driving pleasure. At the same time, it will also set new safet...

The 2009 Lexus SC 430 Set New Standards for Luxury Convertibles Review

he Lexus SC 430 hardtop convertible enters 2009 with new detail design changes, including turn signals integrated into the side mirrors, an elegant new color and a more convenient open/close switch for the roof. The SC 430 pioneered the retractable hardtop in the prestige luxury segment.

Engine/Transmission/ Drivetrain /Performance
The rear-wheel-drive SC 430 is powered by an aluminum double-overhead cam ( DOHC ) 4.3-liter V8 engine that produces 288 horsepower and 317 lb.-ft. of peak torque. Power is channeled through a six-speed automatic transmission, enabling the SC 430 to accelerate from zero-to-60 mph in just 5.8 seconds.

2010 Cadillac Urban Luxury Concept Review

Cadillac Urban Luxury Concept: A Study Of Efficient And Intelligent Design For A New Luxury Customer Cadillac today introduced the Urban Luxury Concept, a design study exploring a new type of vehicle that offers a luxury experience in a diminutive size. The Cadillac Urban Luxury Concept complements its compact dimensions with the design, features and technology for which Cadillac is known.