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Mugen Honda Civic Type-R: It’s Almost Here!

Mugen Honda Civic Type-R Earlier this summer, there have been rumors flying around that Mugen was actually planning to release something that that seems to mimic Honda’s Civic Type-R and right now … those rumors have been put to rest.

The Mugen Honda Civic Type-R is actually going to be coming out fairly quickly and while you might have to trade in your house to afford it, it is definitely going to be worth it.

Running a tab of $64,000, this HPV is actually going to be one that is pretty damn awesome.  It is actually going to be able to get up to about 237 mph and the Mugen Honda Civic Type-R is going to be a car that is going to last a while too.

Rolling out the Red Carpet for the Rolls-Royce Ghost

  • Thursday Oct 15,2009 07:36 PM
  • By Heather
  • In 2010 Cars

Rolls-Royce GhostThe Rolls-Royce Ghost — probably the definition of a classic, and certainly the epitome of class, style, sophistication, and prestige.

The Ghost — the production version — was recently revealed at the motor show in Frankfurt. Visually, it is identical to the former 200EX concept car, which made its debut at Geneva’s motor show back in March.

This new spook is not as large as the famed Phantom, but it is bigger than the likewise popular BMW 7 series. Its design aesthetic is unquestionably elegant and beautifully balanced.

The surfaces are large and uninterrupted. The horizontal lines are all smoothly, finely sculpted. The car is simplicity in itself, something which is notoriously difficult to pull off so well.

Within the interior, the ambiance is truly contemporary and true to the Rolls-Royce tradition.

The Bugatti Galibier Concept: What a Looker!

  • Monday Oct 12,2009 07:31 PM
  • By Heather
  • In 2010 Cars

Bugatti Galibier conceptWow. Just … wow. So, as the title says, this is the Bugatti Galibier concept, which was rather recently introduced in Molsheim, France. Officially titled the Bugatti 16C Galibier concept, this car is a serious looker — and no wonder, since the manufacturers make no bones about their expectations for this vehicle: they want it to be nothing less than the most exclusive and elegant car in the entire world.

I would say that they are well on their way with their expectations, if only because even in pictures, this car practically screams class and prestige — as you would expect from any vehicle carrying the Bugatti name, am I right?

Inside and out, everything about this car is exclusive and powerful, from its name to its exterior to all the features inside.

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The Hyundai Sonata Brings It On

  • Friday Oct 2,2009 06:01 PM
  • By Heather
  • In 2010 Cars

Hyundai SonataSay hello to the brand new 2010 Hyundai Sonata, people! It started its development all the way back in 2005, when it was given the codename “YF.”

It is a steady best seller on the market in Korea, and has been since 1985, when the very first generation of the Sonata was launched. Now in its sixth generation, the Sonata is touted as having a fluid sculpture and a “voluminous” look.

Okay, personally? I think the car looks a little boring, myself. I see what they are talking about when they talk up its fluidity, its refinement, its harmony, and so on, but it really does not pop to me. In fact, it kind of fizzles.

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The Suzuki Alto Takes It all the Way

  • Thursday Oct 1,2009 05:57 PM
  • By Heather
  • In Suzuki

Suzuki Alto ConceptIntroducing the Suzuki Alto Concept! Or, rather, it will be introduced when the motor show in Tokyo takes place at a later point this month. It will celebrate the Alto nameplate’s thirtieth anniversary.

The concept recently made its most recent debut back during the motor show in Paris. It is designed to show the future of mini vehicles, and specializes in being user friendly and having a high level of economy.

The design does not differ a whole lot from the European version currently in production, although Suzuki itself assures that this version is totally different.

It is designed to provide a high degree of comfort for the driver and passengers, and it comes with plenty of features specifically made for convenience.

The 2011 Bentley Mulsanne: It’s One Hot Blue Car!

  • Thursday Sep 17,2009 12:00 AM
  • By Heather
  • In auto news

2011 Bentley Mulsanne

So far – we have really only explored the 2011 Bentley Mulsanne in a champagne type of color, however it is not my first choice at all.  At the Frankfurt Motor Show, the 2011 Bentley Mulsanne was shown off in blue and I personally think that it looks amazing!  Not only does this particular shade of blue look incredible, but overall, I think that the 2011 Bentley Mulsanne looks expensive.

To me, Bentley is a brand that screams money and this is certainly the car that fits right in.  The beautiful 2011 Bentley Mulsanne is not only hot – but it also looks fantastic on the inside, which is weird.  Most cars – which look fierce on the outside, look just okay on the inside.

However, don’t let the outside fool you, this car is certainly the best under the hood and seriously … it rocks!

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The Lexus LF-Ch Concept : Hits — Misses at Frankfurt!

Lexus LF-Ch Concept Now that we have talked so much about the Frankfurt Motor Show – let’s touch base on some of the cars that are being features there this week!  Well – the Lexus LF-Ch Concept is one car. 

While I usually love concept cars and I absolutely love the Lexus brand, I have to say that I was severely disappointed with the Lexus LF-Ch Concept.  While it was a good idea in the beginning … the execution was not great.

Also, can we talk about the color?  Who decided that pee-yellow was a fantastic color for a brand new, concept car?  I didn’t and I would hope that this color is never, ever seen again!

The Unveiling Of The Marussia B2!

  • Thursday Sep 10,2009 12:00 AM
  • By Heather
  • In auto news

Marussia B2Now that we have talked about Toyota, let’s go back to the Frankfurt Motor Show because honestly – that is so coming up and I have to say that I am so excited.  While the Marussia B1 hybrid is a car that was unveiled last year, it looks like Marussia is going to do it again at Frankfurt and they are going to be doing the Marussia B2 – this is a car that is going to remake everything!

This car – two of them actually will be on display next week along side the Marussia B1.  The photo above is of the Marussia B2 and it is just a teaser … so if you really want to see this particular car, you are going to have to stay tuned, because I can promise that it is going to one car that is amazing!

Toyota Tacoma Truck Concept: Number One Truck … Hopefully!

  • Wednesday Sep 9,2009 12:00 AM
  • By Heather
  • In 2010 Cars

Toyota Tacoma Truck ConceptWhen you think about it – Toyota is a brand that is known for their cars, but what about their trucks.  Personally, I can not think of a Toyota truck right at this moment, however, when I thought about it – it seems that Toyota has not really started producing trucks since 1985, which was terrible.  Well, let’s talk about the Toyota Tacoma Truck Concept – this is actually the BTTF truck and while it might be in concept form, it seems to be pulling off quite nicely.

This truck is actually a creamy pearlish outside and on the inside, it is all about retro black graphics.  There are some beautiful details I think on the truck on the outside and while I can not imagine what the inside looks like, it has to look as beautiful as the outside.

Personally, I think that the Toyota Tacoma Truck Concept is going to be pretty damn cool … and very popular!

The Hot as Fire Ferrari 458 Italia

  • Thursday Sep 3,2009 07:39 PM
  • By Heather
  • In 2010 Cars

ferrari 458Man, who doesn’t at least secretly love a Ferrari? Even if you don’t, it is almost impossible not to fall in love with the new Ferrari 458 Italia. This car is beautiful almost to the point of being sexy.

The Italia has not been officially unveiled yet, but we have word that, in addition to this picture, there are lots of new images floating around the internet.

It is possible to tell a few things from these pictures. For instance, the interior seems to be super luxurious, not to mention innovative, with main commands located on the steering wheel and secondary commands located within two satellite pods set up on either side of the dashboard.

The driver’s side is really more of a cockpit, completely oriented for the driver. There is an infotainment center, connectivity for Bluetooth, satellite navigation, and a camera for rear parking — among many, many other features, some known and some still a mystery.

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