Ready to rave at the Las Vegas Convention Center, Kia Motors America (KMA) goes extreme in Sin City with its in-booth activities and tricked-out concept vehicles for the 2008 SEMA Show. Appealing to aftermarket fanatics and concept car enthusiasts alike, KMA dials in the DJ-spun tunes for a sweet showing of the following concepts: (more…)
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KIA Motors America Shows Off Stylized Concept Vehicles During 2008 SEMA Show
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World First – New Caterham To Be Created Online
In a world first, the next model to be produced by Caterham Cars will be created online by the public.In collaboration with Project Splitwheel (www.splitwheel.com), the manufacturer of the legendary Seven is offering every car enthusiast, irrespective of any engineering skill, design experience or mechanical ability, a dream opportunity to design an all-new sports car. (more…) -
Building The Rhys Millen Racing Hyundai Genesis Coupe
In February, Rhys Millen Racing (RMR) approached Hyundai Motor America with a unique concept to introduce the all-new 2010 Hyundai Genesis Coupe to the aftermarket and racing enthusiasts prior to its spring 2009 on-sale date. (more…)
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Opel Agila now with Automatic Transmission
Compact size and automatic transmission – two factors that can help car drivers relieve the stress of everyday big-city traffic. The Opel Agila now offers both. Only 3.74 meters long, this subcompact can easily take advantage of those spaces between parked cars most vehicles have to pass up. (more…) -
Honda Reveals Accessory Concepts for Civic and Ridgeline at 2008 SEMA Show
More than 16 Honda project, concept, and accessorized production vehicles are on display at the 2008 Specialty Equipment Market Association’s (SEMA) show in Las Vegas, American Honda Motor Co., Inc., announced today. Specially featured in the display are a 2009 Fit equipped with MUGEN accessories, the Civic Honda Factory Performance™ (HFP™) Concept and the 2009 Ridgeline Powersports Concept. (more…) -
Mopar Unveils 2009 Mopar Drift Dodge Challenger at SEMA
Mopar®, Chrysler LLC’s global service and parts division, is bringing the all-new Dodge Challenger to the next generation of motorsports enthusiasts. Mopar will unveil the much-anticipated 2009 Mopar Drift Dodge Challenger today at the 2008 Specialty Equipment Market Association (SEMA) Show in Las Vegas. (more…) -
Dodge Showcases 2009 Viper-powered Challenger SRT10 Concept
Chrysler is smokin’ at SEMA. The company will showcase eight vehicles at the 2008 Specialty Equipment Market Association (SEMA) show, which runs from Nov. 4-7 in Las Vegas, Nev. (more…)
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Chrysler LLC – Value and Fuel Efficiency Offered in Three New Vehicle Packages
With gas prices expected to remain high, and consumers watching their wallets, Chrysler announced today a new emphasis on value and fuel efficiency on three vehicles. Effective today, consumers can order entry-level models of the Chrysler Sebring, Chrysler 300 and Dodge Avenger, and get at a discounted price upgraded interiors with higher content, and a fuel-efficient engine. (more…) -
Kumho Launches World’s First 15 Series Tyre
Ever the innovator, Kumho is launching the world’s first ultra low profile 15 Series tyre at the 2008 SEMA (Speciality Equipment Market Association) Show in Las Vegas this week (November 4-7).
The 385/15ZR22 size ECSTA SPT KU31 has been developed as a conversion option for such exotic sports cars as the Ferrari F430, Dodge Viper, and Corvette Z06. (more…) -
Hyundai Introduces New R-Diesel Engine
On the occasion of the 8th Advanced Diesel Engine Technology Symposium held at the company’s Namyang R&D Center, Hyundai Motor Co. today unveiled details of its newest passenger diesel powerplant, the R-Engine . With an output of 184ps and 40kg of torque, the R-Engine is ahead of the rest of the class, surpassing all German and French competitors (200ps and 44.5kg-m for the 2.2-liter). (more…) -
Toyota’s New 2009 Venza Optimizes The Traditional Passenger Car
The new 2009 Toyota Venza, set to launch in late 2008, is a versatile five-passenger vehicle that couples the styling and comfort of a passenger car with the flexibility of a sport utility vehicle (SUV), to give customers a stylish alternative to the traditional sedan. (more…) -
Cobra Jet Returns To Drag Racing; Latest Mustang In FR500 Series Of Race Cars
Forty years after its debut, a legend of drag racing is back.
In honor of the 40th anniversary of the release of the first Ford Cobra Jet Mustang in 1968, Ford Racing is introducing the 2008 Cobra Jet Mustang, now available for customers to race in NHRA sportsmen classes during the 2009 season. (more…)