The Geneva Motor Show will see the official debut of the new version of the Ferrari California which is lighter and more powerful. Its GDI V8 now delivers 490 horsepower and 505 ft/lb of torque at 5,000 rpm thanks to new exhaust manifolds and engine mapping.
Cutting-edge aluminum fabrication techniques and construction technologies used by the Scaglietti Center of Excellence in the engineering of the California’s chassis, have led to an overall weight reduction without impinging on its structural rigidity and performance. These enhancements have also improved the vehicle’s performance, reducing its 0 to 60 mph acceleration time to 3.8 seconds. This heightens its sporty feel without detracting from the mission and character of a car that has won universal acclaim for its performance and exceptional versatility resulting from its retractable hard top and 2+ seating.
Kia revealed the first official sketches of its all-new flagship sedan, which is expected to establish new standards for design flair in the large sedan segment. Codenamed KH, the new model is Kia’s first ever rear-wheel drive sedan and combines innovative design with high-tech features. KH is among the company’s most eagerly anticipated new models and will be launched in Kia’s domestic market in the first half of 2012.
Porsche’s new sports vehicle in the SUV segment has been given the name Macan, derived from the Indonesian word for tiger. It’s the core characteristics associated with the new off-road vehicle and the 5th model line for Porsche.
Looks like we’re heading to Indy with a fleet of Porsche Panameras and Cayennes. You know what that means. Please contact us for Porsche integration, test drives, VIP shuttling or vehicle displays. Looking like I have to go with the Giants on this run!
What’s your top full-size luxury SUV pick? The Range Rover, Escalade or QX56? Key points are storage capacity, mileage, reliability, rows of seating & amenities. My personal choice is the QX56. It’s reliable, smooth, can haul a small garage full of packages and offers a distinctive new style to the category. Oh, it has three rows of seating as well!
Automotive Rhythms would like to thank all of our fans, friends & partners for years of support as we celebrate 10 years in the auto business. From test drives, to cycle shows, to Super Bowls, to TV shows and more, team AR has had a fun and exciting journey. Enjoy our Infiniti Essence Concept Collectable. AR10 & “The Urban Automotive Experience! for life.
2012 VW Beetle
Feels like college all over again sitting in a Volkswagen news conference at MoMa in NYC as the German powerhouse details their 2011 success & aggressive plans for 2012 including Super Bowl ad takeovers. Remember Mini Vader which ran away with top honors for SB advertising last year? Not only, but the auto guru is owner of Audi, Bentley, Bugatti, Lamborghini and partially Porsche. Pretty impressive right?
Volkswagen Business Review 2011
Conceived as a design exercise, the LF-LC 2+2 hybrid sport coupe concept vehicle is envisioned as offering Advanced Lexus Hybrid Drive to deliver both driving performance and fuel efficiency. The Japanese brand is set to introduce the LF-LC, created at the company’s Calty design studio in Newport Beach, Calif., at the North American International Auto Show in Detroit on January 9, 2012.
