BMW is replacing their N54 3.0-litre twin turbocharged six-cylinder engine found in the 335i models. The new engine to replace this will be the twin-scroll turbocharged 3.0-litre inline six cylinder N55 unit. The latest N55’s will be found in the 2011 model year 135i Coupe and Convertible models. Maximum output from the engine will be 300-horsepower and the peak...

The refreshed 2010 Hyundai Santa FE will be available at Hybrid dealers during the year. The new model is on show at the Detroit salon which is currently happening. The mid-size crossover will feature a four-cylinder and V6 engine range connected to a six-speed transmission unit with better fuel-economy and performance. There will be about 175-horsepower from the 2.4-litre...

The 2011 Honda CR-Z has made it’s production debut at the 2010 Detroit Auto Show. The three-door hatch from Honda will be available during the second half of this year where it will use a 6-speed manual transmission to obtain an impressive 31/37mpg fuel economy when on the city or in the highway. For better city consumption, buyers will be able to opt for the CVT...

General Motors has released some information on their up and coming small car range. The year 2011 will see the new Chevrolet Aveo, Cruze and Spark models in the show room. “This small vehicle makes a big statement,” said Margaret Brooks, Chevrolet marketing director for small cars. “With its fresh, youthful approach, we believe Spark will appeal to customers who...

The brand new Lincoln MKX has been unveiled at the 2010 Detroit Auto Show. The new model will boast a heavily restyled front end which includes a ’split-wing’ grille, updated bumpers, new headlights, fenders and hood. The rear will boast a revised bumper with oval exhaust tips, a distinctive LED taillight set and a new lightgate. 20-inch wheels will come as...

SMS has revealed new images of the 620 Camaro model, after its unveil at the Detroit 2010 Auto Show. The new car boasts a body kit with a new hood, revised set of side skirts, a new front spoiler and other aggressive things. The inside will boast new gauges, sport seats and Alcantara and leather upholstery. Power will come from a 6.2-litre V8 engine with 575-hp and 600lb-ft...

Toyota’s new FT-CH has been introduced at the Detroit 2010 Auto Show. The little green car, in green, is 22-inches shorter than the Prius and it will be a compact hybrid. Unfortunately for acronyms, CH stands for compact hybrid. There will be four-seats with little leg room for rear passengers. Toyota has said that the company used an ‘8-bit’ motif,...

Bob Lutz, that dude from General Motors has said that there will be a production version of the Cadillac Converj concept. Bob said that the Converj will only arrive around 2013 or 2014 where he then added, “You’ll see it when you see it. We have to slot it into the product lineup.” Like a school child. You sir, will see it when you see it! Anyway, we’ve...

Mercedes-Benz has announced two brand new models. The SL and SLK models have been created in a special form. The SL Night Edition boasts a dark exterior paintjob followed by a set of 19-inch AMG five-spoke alloy wheels in a two-tone gloss finish. There will be a Night badge on the car as well. The interior will have black nappa leather, shining chrome trim and a sports...

The new Mercedes Rising Car concept has be unveiled at the Detroit 2010 Auto Show. The model comes with limited details and it features sweeping lines, muscular wheel haunches and a new pronounced grille. Mercedes-Benz said that “real-life product may ultimately emerge from this flowing creative process.” Check it out in the images below, and you’ll find...

Volkswagen’s New Concept Coupe will be a full hybrid when it goes on sales in the future. The new VW will be based on the same platform as the Golf/Jetta and it will most probably be called the Jetta Coupe if it ever finds its way to the North American market. The New Compact Coupe (NCC) will use a 1.4-litre TSI engine with a turbocharger and about 150-horsepower...

A new special edition Chrysler Town and Country has been created. The model is called the Walter P. Chrysler Signature Series and it will boast a 3.8-litre V6 engine with loads of new luxurious upgrades to the interior and trim combination’s. For example there will be Dark Slate Gray and Light Shale finish with French seamed stitching, Macassar Range wood and satin...

Swedish cops in a Volvo XC70 were recently chasing down Drugged Polak thieves in an Audi 100 when things took a turn… The chase saw the Volvo pretty much drive over the Audi. Not to worry though, no one was hurt. ...

GMC has revealed their new Granite Concept which hints at the company’s future design. The new Granite will be 2 feet smaller than the GMC Terrain and, if produced, it will be the smallest GMC, ever. The model sits on a 103.6-inch wheel base and it will compete with the Scion xB, Nissan Cube and Kia Soul. The interior will boast a lot of space with unique flipping...

The 2012 Ford Focus is ready for the Detroit Show as it boasts the new C-car platform. The model is expected to be produced about 2 million times by 2012 where the company said that t the “new Focus will be nearly identical in all markets, with 80 percent parts commonality around the world.” Ford’s latest Focus will be created in Europe and it will be stylish...