Volvo XC90

The XC90 is Volvo’s premium midsize SUV that debuted at the 2002 Detroit Auto Show and went on sale in the fall of 2002. The XC90 V8 was added during the middle of the 2005 model year, the most powerful Volvo ever, powered by a 311-horsepower 4.4-liter Yamaha-built V8 engine with a 6-speed automatic transmission and All-Wheel Drive with Instant Traction. For 2007 the XC90 gets new exterior styling featuring a new grille, bumpers and taillights, the 3.2 also adds color-coordinated wheel arch moldings. The 3.2 is now powered by a new 24-valve inline 6-cylinder normally aspirated engine with 235 horsepower and mated to a new standard 6-speed automatic transmission with Geartronic.

Technical Specs

Standard Engine 3.2L I6

Standard Transmission 6 Speed Automatic

Cylinders 6

Horsepower @ RPM 235@6200

Torque @ RPM 236@3200 (foot-lbs)

BMW 3-Series Sports Wagon

The 3-Series Sports Wagon is BMW’s near-luxury wagon that was redesigned for 2006. BMW's 3-Series model is a descendant of the BMW 1600 from the 1960s, considered by many automotive enthusiasts to be the first compact sedan offering sports car performance. The 3-Series designation first appeared in America in 1977, and the car evolved from a rather boxy shape to its present fluid, aerodynamic design. The 2000 3-Series was introduced in 1999 and the 3-Series Sport Wagon joined the 3-Series lineup in the U.S. for the first time in the spring of 2000. The name is changed to 3-Series Sports Wagon for 2006 when it was updated with an all-new look, upgraded engines and a new chassis.

The 3 Series is a delight to drive, with agile handling and a firm yet supple and controlled ride. Fit and finish is excellent, but the cabin is snug. Both the 328i and 335i are powered by smooth 3.0-liter, six-cylinder engines. Our tested 328i is very sporty and has excellent steering feel. It returned very good fuel economy for this class, 23 mpg overall, even with the six-speed automatic. However, it requires premium fuel. The optional all-wheel drive takes its toll on acceleration and fuel economy. Some controls are complex. Crash-test results are impressive, but the convertible didn't do as well in the IIHS side-impact test. A diesel engine arrives for 2009.

Technical Specs

Standard Engine 3.0L I6

Standard Transmission 6 Speed Manual

Cylinders 6

Horsepower @ RPM 230@6500

Torque @ RPM 200@2750 (foot-lbs)

Jeep Wrangler

Technical Specs

Standard Engine 3.8L V6

Standard Transmission 6 Speed Manual

Cylinders 6

Horsepower @ RPM 202@5200

Torque @ RPM 237@4000 (foot-lbs)

The icon of the Jeep brand, the Wrangler is Jeep’s traditional off-road vehicle which continues to offer exceptional off-road capability, and is a modern interpretation of the original Jeep CJ. When the 1997 Wrangler was unveiled at the Detroit and L.A. auto shows in January 1996, it was obvious that the new model had remained faithful to the distinctive styling of the original Jeep—a boxy, utilitarian shape that has been Jeep's signature for over 50 years. Jeep purists were also pleased by the Wrangler’s return to Jeep's traditional round headlights. The 2007 Jeep Wrangler made its debut at the 2006 NAIAS in Detroit featuring an all-new frame, exterior and interior design and an upgraded engine. With more ground clearance, 100 percent stiffer frame, 50 percent stiffer body and a five-link coil suspension, the Wrangler has new sound-deadening techniques to reduce cabin noise by more than 20 percent. A four-door Wrangler Unlimited is available for the first time with seating for five adults and cargo space behind the rear seat that’s almost three times the standard Wrangler’s.

The 2008 Jeep Wrangler and Wrangler Unlimited offer the Sahara Appearance Group with 18-inch aluminum wheels, bright steering-wheel spokes and air-conditioning outlet rings, front and rear bumper overlays. Detonator Yellow is added as an exterior color for Wrangler X and Rubicon. A tire pressure monitoring system is standard and remote start is available as an option. The Sunrider soft top is standard on Wrangler Sahara and Wrangler Rubicon.

Lincoln Mark LT

Technical Specs

Standard Engine 5.4L V8

Standard Transmission 4 Speed Automatic

Cylinders 8

Horsepower @ RPM 300@5000

Torque @ RPM 365@3750 (foot-lbs)

Based on the Ford F-150, the Mark LT is a luxury pickup from Lincoln featuring with four full-size doors, front captain’s chairs and a full rear seat. The exterior of the Mark LT features chrome accents, including a wide chrome band that wraps around the entire vehicle and chrome grille. The signature Lincoln waterfall grille, wide taillights, and thick-spoke wheels give the Mark LT a family resemblance to the Navigator SUV. The interior of the Mark LT is a modern interpretation of Lincoln luxury with Ebony wood accents, Nudo leather seating surfaces, and numerous luxury amenities.

The 2008 Lincoln Mark LT receives a standard SIRIUS Satellite Radio with a free six-month subscription, a Rearview Camera System, a PowerCode Remote Start System and one new exterior color, Light French Silk Clearcoat Metallic. Mounted in the tailgate handle bezel, the rearview camera is activated when the vehicle is shifted into reverse and a video image is displayed in the self-dimming rearview mirror.

Audi R8

The R8 is Audi’s all-new two-seat, mid-engine sports car that incorporates technology from Audi’s Le Mans-winning R8 prototype to build on its racing success for the street. The production version of the Audi R8 sports car made its debut at the Mondial de l’Automobile in Paris in the fall of 2006, with the dramatic design remaining very true to the Le Mans quattro concept car first seen in 2003. The Audi R8 sports car begins with the classic wide, low stance of a mid-engine exotic but the design is dominated by a signature design element, the “Blade” of carbon fiber on each side, behind the door and in front of the rear wheel—that runs from the roof at an angle over the side air intakes to the rocker panel.

Technical Specs

Standard Engine 4.2L V8

Standard Transmission 6 Speed Manual

Cylinders 8

Horsepower @ RPM 420@7800

Torque @ RPM 317@4500 (foot-lbs)

Audi R8 is powered by a 420-horsepower 4.2-liter aluminum V8 with FSI direct fuel injection and quattro all-wheel drive. The power is delivered through either a 6-speed manual or the R tronic sequential manual gearbox that uses the same transmission and clutch but operates the clutch and changes gears automatically.

Lotus Exige

Technical Specs

Standard Engine 1.8L I4

Standard Transmission 6 Speed Manual

Cylinders 4

Horse power @ RPM 218@7800

Torque @ RPM 159@5500 (foot-lbs)

For 2007 Lotus added the quickest street-legal car that it produces, the Exige S, to the U.S. lineup. The Lotus Exige is a two-seat mid-engine coupe that shares mechanical components with the Elise and was added to the U.S. lineup for 2006. The Exige is powered by the same 1.8-liter Toyota-supplied engine as the Elise and adds an aerodynamic hardtop body, front splitter, rear spoiler and underbody diffuser. Lotus Sport Suspension is standard and includes Eibach springs and Bilstein mono-tube shocks. Sport seats and lightweight forged aluminum wheels in matte black finish are also standard.

The 2008 Lotus Exige S 240 is the quickest street-legal production car from Lotus and for 2008 it will be offered for the first time in the U.S. Distinguished from the Exige S by the air intake on the roof that extends to the top of the windshield, the Exige S 240 boasts 240 horsepower is capable of accelerating from zero to 60 mph in just 4 seconds and reaches 100 mph in just under 10 seconds.

Mitsubishi Double Shotz concept

Mitsubishi Double Shotz concept car was designed for the Hot Wheels Designer Challenge. Mitsubishi Double Shotz concept car was created by Gary Ragle, a man from Mitsubishi Motors Research and Design of America (MRDA). Between six manufacturers, Mitsubishi was participate on displaying the concept vehicles designed exclusively for the iconic toy car maker.

Mitsubishi Double Shotz concept car represent the ultimate Mitsubishi vehicle and the spirit of the brand’s future. The Mitsubishi Double Shotz concept car celebrates the 4G63 engine and the Lancer Evolution.

GMC Savana Cargo Van

The Savana Cargo Van is GMC’s full-size cargo van, offered in standard and extended-wheelbase versions. GMC’s full-size van was redesigned in 1996 when it was renamed the Savana. In 2003, the Savana received updated styling, all-wheel drive and a number of new features.









The 2009 GMC Savana Cargo Van receives standard 17-inch wheels and tires for the 1500 trim levels. An engine oil cooler is now standard with the 4.3-liter V6 engine.

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Hummer H3

The H3 is HUMMER's midsize SUV and the third model in the vehicle lineup. Based on the Chevrolet Colorado pickup platform, the H3 is designed to deliver authentic HUMMER style and off-road capability in a smaller, more fuel-efficient package. For 2008 the H3 Alpha was added to the lineup featuring a unique look and a more powerful engine.

The 2009 HUMMER H3 adds standard Bluetooth connectivity for hands-free phone operation, hill-start assist and the display for the available rear-view camera is incorporated into the inside rear-view mirror. A front locking differential is now part of the Off-Road Adventure Package.

Technical Specs

Standard Engine 3.7L I5

Standard Transmission 5 Speed Manual

Cylinders 5

Horsepower @ RPM 239@5800

Torque @ RPM 241@4600 (foot-lbs)