Hitting 200mph In The Bentley Continental GTC Speed. With The Top Down.
Ever wondered what it might feel like to hit 200mph? Ever wondered what it might feel like in a convertible? With the top down? Of course you have. You probably haven't had the opportunity to live out that dream just ...
2010 BMW 5-Series GT Replacing U.S. Wagon?
When it introduces the new 2010 5-series GT later this year to American shoppers, BMW may quietly wave goodbye to its traditional 5-Series station wagon."It's possible" that the new hatchback GT and its controversially shaped cargo area could take the ...
2009 Nissan Sentra SE-R Spec V
2009 Nissan SE-R Spec V2009 Nissan SE-R Spec V2009 Nissan SE-R Spec V2009 Nissan SE-R Spec VLong before Subaru introduced its WRX in the U.S. and Mitsubishi brought its Evo, Nissan sold the sporty SE-R version of its Sentra sedan. ...
Here’s the Story: 2010 Jaguar XJ In All Its Glory
With a "news" embargo finally expired, TuningTruck.com can bring you all the details and photos on the 2010 Jaguar XJ, unveiled tonight in a glitzy ceremony in London and set for a U.S. debut next month at the Pebble Beach ...
Megan Fox Forced To Wash Ferrari For Transformers ‘Audition’
Readers: we're sorry to report that Hollywood is, in fact, still sleazy. We've just received news that actress Megan Fox's audition for Michael Bay's original Transformers consisted of Bay filming Fox while she washed his Ferrari. We're not shocked by ...
Roush’s Latest Pony Car
Sometimes you run across something so bizarre, so outlandish, you just have to cover it even though it isn't all that relevant to new cars.So what do YOU think is the purpose of the rather, errrrr, unusual looking vehicle shown ...
Lexus to Build an IS F Convertible?
With the undeniable success of its recently introduced IS C convertible, it appears Lexus might be intent on capitalizing on the model's potential by offering the coupe/convertible in IS F guise with all the accompanying performance enhancements.The fine folks at Autoblog ...
Posts Tagged ‘Ev Prototype’
Drive Report: 2010 Mitsubishi i-MiEV Electric Car
Last week, we wrote that the smash success of the Mitsubishi i-MiEV is leading the company to plan five additional electric cars.We've now driven electric-car prototypes from a number of automakers: a 2011 Chevrolet Volt mule, the 2012 Nissan EV prototype, the 2012 Ford Focus EV prototype, and the disappointing Mini E. And we've ridden in the 2011 Coda Sedan prototype.But the only actual production EV we've driven was the 2010Mini E Electric Vehicle Is Far From Ready For Primetime
Last week, BMW proudly announced that Peter Trepp, of Pacific Palisades, California, had become the first person in the United States to take delivery of an all-electric Mini E.We pity Mr. Trepp.Not ready for primetimeTen days ago, we had a chance to drive a Mini E. Rarely have we been in a car less ready for primetime than this electric conversion of that fun, peppy, cheerful rollerskate, the 2009 Mini CooperTalk Back: What Do YOU Want Us To Drive For You?
Hey, GreenCarReports readers! We need some guidance here.On Thursday, we're going to be faced with more than 60 cars to drive, and we want to know what you want us to drive, so you can read about it.Here's the back story: Every spring, the International Motoring Press Association puts on a driving day for automotive reporters. More than a dozen carmakers bring their newest, latest, and greatest, and we get to spend the day driving them. Not so bad,2012 Nissan EV Prototype
Here at Green Car Reports, the growing group of electric-vehicle prototypes we've driven now includes the Nissan EV--or at least its "production intent" powertrain, meaning the final battery pack, electric drive motor, and inverter.Like the 2012 Ford Focus EV mule and the 2011 Chevrolet Volt prototype, our Nissan "EV" was a future electric powertrain mounted in a body with little resemblance to the production car. In this case, the company used a right-hand-drive model of theSurprise! Another Zero Emissions Partnership for Nissan
There are three constants in life: death, taxes, and Nissan's periodic announcement of another zero-emission partnership. This time, the Renault-Nissan Alliance is working with Progress Energy and the non-profit group, Advance Energy, both based in Raleigh, North Carolina.The three entities will promote the development of an EV charging network to prepare the region for future plug-in vehicles. The group will also work towards EV friendly governmentPreview Of The Nissan Cube EV Prototype
AutoWeek had a chance to test the prototype Nissan Cube EV. The previous generation body is used but the chassis and drive train are supposed to be 99% final. It sounds like Nissan has a model with great potential. The test results seem promising. Here is a short summary of their findings:



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