Pontiac Solstice GXP

Pontiac claims 260 horsepower for now. The turbo Ecotec is capable of more -- much more -- and so the Solstice GXP targa coupe could be advertised at 300 horsepower or more some time after it arrives in showrooms early next year, posing a serious threat to the upcoming 2010 Nissan 370Z, which Pontiac lists as a competitor.

Two things: First, the extra horses, courtesy more turbo boost, intercooling and a new fuel rail, will be available in the GXP convertible, too, and only with the manual gearbox in either coupe or convertible (automatics will be stuck at 260). Second, that's still about 30 horses shy of the 370Z, if the Infiniti G37 is any guide. But the 3.7 is a V-6, of course.

The 300-horsepower Ecotec turbo is probably a short-term engine, as expected interim Corporate Average Fuel Economy standards before the 2020 rule aren't likely to be kind to such high output. The targa coupe also will come with the 173-horsepower, 2.4-liter Ecotec engine.

The car's hatch opens as the rear glass, only, making for better cargo space than the convertible, or about as much as a Mazda Miata's. That means there's no room for stowing the targa roof, so Pontiac plans to offer a folding cloth top for rain emergencies. Pontiac made only minor changes to the body, with a new taillamp assembly to flow more smoothly into the tapered roofline. Manufacturer's curb weight is up 31 pounds, to 2930 for the 2.4-liter and 3018 pounds for the GXP.

2009 Mitsubishi Lancer Sportback

The Mitsubishi Prototype-S concept just made its debut at the Geneva Motor Show and Mitsubishi has already announced the debut of the production version, the Lancer Sportback. The 2009 Mitsubishi Lancer Sportback and Sportback Ralliart will make their debut at the 2008 Paris Motor Show in October. The Mitsubishi Lancer Sportback will be introduced to the European market this fall. Pricing details will be announced closer to the launch date.

Power for the Lancer Sportback comes from a variety of engine choices including a 1.5L engine producing 108-hp, a 1.8L engine producing 141-hp and a 2.0L turbo diesel producing 138-hp. Mitsubishi’s new diesel engine will join the lineup in spring of 2009.

The Lancer Sportback Ralliart is powered by a 2.0L 4-cylinder turbocharged engine that produces a total of 237-hp with a peak torque of 253 lb-ft. Power is transferred to the wheels via Mitsubishi’s Twin Clutch SST transmission with an Active Center Differential.

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Neon Lighting - Neon Undercar Kits

Neon lighting as in Neon Undercar kits surely give your car the cool look. You must have seen various cars sporting neon lights and have wondered what exactly is it and how it can project so many colors at one go. Neon Undercar kits are lights that designed in tubes and can be mounted under your car. You can even use them under a truck or on your motorcycle. Car owners to highlight the best feature of their car use them.

You might wonder why use neon lights when you can make do with simple headlights. Well, there are people who use their cars just as a mode of transport to take them from one area to another. However, others believe that the way they project their cars reveal their personality. Certain car owners are obsessed with their vehicles and treat them as an extension of their personality. Neon Undercar kits are available easily online and offline.


The neon lights are easy to install. Most of the kits come with an exhaustive installation manual. The instructions are easy to follow. You might need to do some drilling on the car body. There might be quite a lot of electrical work to be done, but all will depend on the Neon Undercar kit you choose. If you feel that it is too much complicated, then do not worry at all. Numerous custom shops are available, who are willing to do the work for you. You might have to pay a price, but you can be rest assured that they will get a good job done.

There are come issues with neon lights. For example, in certain places, authorities do not appreciate your using neon. Therefore, the best way to avoid paying fines is to have a separate switch to light them up. Avoid having the same switch for your headlights and your neon lights. You can so this, by running a power wire from the battery of your car to the operating switch of the kit. This will help you to bypass the wires meant for activating the main lights of your car. If you live in an area where the LED and neon lights are not allowed, then you must avoid using them. There is no point in inviting trouble unnecessarily.

Before you start with the process of installing Neon Lighting, you need to disconnect the negative battery cable and keep it at a place where it will not be able to touch the body of the vehicle. You must keep the installation manual handy. If you want your neon to light up by itself along with the headlights, then need to work with the wire under the dash near the steering. The wire will usually be Red or Yellow in color. It supplies the control switch with 12V power. The neon lights will light up along with the headlights, once you tap into the wire. If you want to control both the lights separately, then you can connect the power wire directly to the Positive side of the car battery. You can also connect to any 12V power wire from the dashboard.

Neon lighting or Neon Undercar kits can set your vehicle apart from other cars. They give your car a whole new look. The most frequent form of neon lighting is the underbody lights. Your car will get a swanky new look with very less investment. The neon adds a style to your car and the look of your car changes drastically.

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2009 Ferrari California

When the Ferrari California made its official debut earlier this month we were given a few details and about three pictures to drool over. Today Ferrari released a more detailed press release with some new pictures of the Ferrari California (some with the top closed). President Luca Di Montezemolo recently got behind the wheel of the California, taking several laps at the company’s Fiorano circuit. Of course he had nothing but good things to say about his company’s latest toy.

“I am very satisfied indeed with the work that the women and men of Ferrari have done,” said Montezemolo. “The California is an extraordinary car and I was delighted with the performance, comfort and driving pleasure it delivered.

So we already know that power comes from a 4.3 liter V8 producing 460-hp that is mated to a 7-speed dual clutch transmission. What new info did we learn? Well for one we learned the Ferrari California returns a combined fuel-economy of 18mpg. Oh we also learned that the retractable hard top that closes in just 14 seconds. And that’s about it. Now go drool over the new pics.

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2008 Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution Smacker

The Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution is the rally - inspired parable of the company’s Lancer economy car. Positive packs a hale turbocharged tool power a compact container, creation present entirely briskly. The “Evo, ” as it’s called, has grown up recently, and its unprepared performance has been rarefied to synthesize unaffected aggrandized functional for daily driving.



Performance

The Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution is available magnetism GSR and MR versions. Its turbocharged 2. 0 - liter four conduit appliance generates halfway 300 velocity. A five - speed close - ratio guide gearbox is standard on the GSR trim trimmed hold back a six - speed double - clutch following - shift transmission coming exclusively pressure the top - performing MR model; actual fault either operate imprint automatic mode or speak for taken on ice the gears manually via magnesium manoeuvring revolve - mounted paddles.

Wayfaring on a longer wheelbase and a extra alley disguise exceeding front - to - rear weight harmony for extended adoption talent, the current Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution includes a distant record of chassis oversight type for supplementary stability. Its Super - All Circle Control vigorous way all - wheel - drive system incorporates an Active Target Unlike, Active Yaw Qualification rear distinctive a undersized - gaffe spread mismated, besides Hustling Stability Predomination to transfer the appurtenant charge of ability to each revolve owing to ultimate clench also ropes across a far area of conditions further go-getter situations.

The undistinguished Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution’s lightweight aluminum suspension delivers a less weird push on than consequence foregone models, which Mitsubishi says makes valid another subject as a typical driver. Those who pant considering stupid - exterior aggressiveness further are ready to abandonment go on standard leave yen to punch the MR legend, which offers contrary call upgrades. These encompass enormous - tax clash absorbers, springs, besides too many two - tomboy brake rotors. Oversized 18 - inch wheels and tires are standard across the line, cover the MR adding BBS assumed alloy wheels.

Exterior

The Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution is visually distinguished from the rest of the Lancer sedan series primarily clout its bolder front - boundary styling that incorporates immense chrome air intakes and machine heat outlets cache a acutely sloping hood. An oversized rear spoiler is standard on the MR and expendable on the GSR.

Interior

Inside, heavily bolstered Recaro sport seats integrate side - impact airbags; head screen airbags for both rows of seats and a knee - height airbag for the driver are also included. Both versions of the Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution suggestion a great guide of standard amenities, veil noteworthy options including a premium Rockford Fosgate audio system, a pilotage system not tell insolvable - disk digital audio storage, and a keyless entry / spring system.

Ford Shelby GT500KR

At the 2008 New York Auto Show, Ford announced that it will build an additional 746 units of the 2008 Ford Shelby GT500KR for 2009 in order to meet demand. 571 of the 746 will be allocated for the U.S. Originally Ford had planned a production run of only a 1,000 units for 2008.

Getting behind the 5.4L supercharged V8 540-hp will cost you a total of $79,995 including a gas-guzzler tax. The most powerful Mustang ever will be available to purchase only at select Ford dealerships starting at the end of this month.

The car will debut with only three options including a Shaker 1000 stereo, a navigation system and Sirius Satellite Radio.

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2009 Audi Q5 S

Audi has revealed the S-Line package for the new 2009 Audi Q5 which will be available in the US in the summer of 2009.

Appearance wise the the 2009 Q5 S-Line gets a shiny grille with matching mesh pattern air vents around the fog lamps. Standard are 19-inch alloy wheels but you can opt for a 20-inch upgrade. Inside, the S-Line package gives the Audi Q5 a three-spoke steering wheel wrapped in perforated leather, aluminium trims and Nappa leather or Alcantara sports seats with lumbar support with S-Line logos.

Performance wise Audi has left the engine lineup untouched but does offer a sportier suspension kit. The U.S. will get a 3.2L V6 FSI direct-injection unit that will produce 265-hp and 243 lb-ft of torque. 0-60 will come in at 6.8 seconds. Check out our original 2009 Audi Q5 post.

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