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• vLane reviews: 2010 Chevrolet Camaro

  Banovsky on November 2, 2009

  Here at vLane, we've got the opportunity to sample some pretty amazing machinery. But none have been more polarizing in the last year than the 2010 Chevrolet Camaro. We've all driven both the V6 and V8-powered models…and our opinions couldn't be more split. Take a look at what I'm talking about…

  

  vLane's take on the 2010 Chevrolet Camaro:

  Herman says: "Starting with the cashier at the airport Park-N-Fly where I was picking up the vehicle, everybody had something to say or ask about the Camaro. She had been looking at the car sitting on the lot all day, and had come up with a dozen questions to ask me. I hadn't driven nor even seen the Camaro yet, so I didn't have much to say about the car at that point. As the valet pulled the car up and handed me the keys, he immediately started asking about the car's performance, though he had driven the car more than I had (all the way across the parking lot). It had been a long time since I saw so much interest and curiosity about a new vehicle…I was excited." link

  Michael says: "And trunk space? Those sexy, sculpted, naughtier-than-Sasha Grey rear fenders come at a price: there isn’t much trunk space. The opening is too small, the trunk itself is too shallow, and — though the rear seats fold down — the pass-through isn’t American Tourister (let alone Parisian Tourister) worthy." link

  Stergios says: "Personally, I prefer the looks of the 1LT base model: understated, mild mannered, and polite, for the every day driving experience. The SS2 Bumble Bee paint schema was a bit much for me to handle on a day-to-day basis, but something that would have much more appeal if this were my weekend ride." link

  Fred says: "All-American car companies are looking for the way out of this mess they are in, and we think that developing modern, efficient cars with great performance, handling, and looks are the way to go." link

  Derek says: "The Camaro is a synecdoche, a symbol of the new, vastly improved GM. But like the GM of old, the Camaro engineers forgot to put in that last little bit of effort that would make the car great." link

  Want to read more? Click on the links above to read each review.

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• 2010 Dodge Ram Heavy Duty

  Banovsky on November 2, 2009

  I'll confess: I'm not of a truck guy. The only thing I've towed was a small trailer behind a golf cart. Lame, I know. But I do completely understand the need for many people to have a truly formidable work truck. The 2010 Dodge Ram HD looks like it will impress in that respect.

  

  2010 Dodge Ram 3500 Laramie Mega Cab 4x4

  
  

  Here are some stats:

  • 2010 Dodge Ram 2500 regular cab ST 4x2 with an 8-foot box has a starting MSRP of $28,165 (including $950 destination) or $1,970 less than the 2009 model
  • Optional 6.7-liter Cummins Turbo Diesel engine, which produces 350 horsepower at 3,000 rpm and 650 lb-ft. of torque at only 1,500 rpm
  • 2010 Dodge Ram Heavy Duty is available for the first time with an available crew-size cab
  • Ram 2500 and 3500 pickups offer the only standard exhaust brake on diesel models in the segment
  • With the Max Tow Package, Gross Combines Weight Rating increases to 25,400 pounds on 3500 dually models

  Click through for more photos and the release.

  Read full article | Comments (0) | Filed under News, Truck, Diesel, 2010, Dodge, Ram, Mega Cab, 2500, 3500, Laramie, Power Wagon, Cummins

• From around the web: 2010 Lexus LF-A

  Banovsky on November 2, 2009

  Oh, we're not bitter that we haven't yet driven the supercar-slaughtering Lexus LF-A. Oh no. We're just very, very jealous of those who have. Seriously, I may buy a lottery ticket with the hopes of spending part of the jackpot on a dark green-painted LF-A. Anyhow, Let's see what the lucky bastards gentlemen had to say.

  2010 Lexus LF-A reviews

  

  Jalopnik.com says: "An over enthusiastic application of the sharp throttle had the 552 HP, 4.8-liter V10 spinning rapidly towards its 9,500 RPM redline and the tail sliding out towards the grass. Normally that'd have been an oh-&#!@-I'm-going-to-break-a-$400K-car moment, especially in an unfamiliar supercar, but in the LFA it barely requires conscious correction as it just blended into rocketing down the following straight at three-figure speeds."

  Autoblog.com says: "Generally, when I come off of a new track after a few hot laps in anything – Versa or Veyron – my hands are a bit shaky and my legs a little on the wobbly side. With the LFA, it feels like I just re-robed after a Swedish massage."

  Autocar.co.uk says: "What’s more impressive though, is that the LFA has a character of its own, rather follow a preset supercar template. That it is more solidly constructed than anything Italian, and less flamboyant, is perhaps to be expected from a Lexus. What’s surprising though is how honed and sharp it feels to drive. While it has GT qualities it’s no soft-edged GT. Instead it is a serious and credible supercar."

  And finally, Autocar has a video of the LF-A in action on their site; it's well worth a look.

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  Read full article | Comments (0) | Filed under Lexus, Future, Sports car, 2010, 2011, From the web, LF-A

• Toyota FT-86 concept

  Banovsky on October 8, 2009

  I think I can speak for enthusiasts everywhere when I say this car must be built.

  

  Toyota FT-86 concept

  Hailed as a spiritual successor to the legendary "AE-86" Corolla GT-S, this FT-86 concept mates reader drive, a Subaru derived flat-4 cylinder engine, and rear wheel drive.

  Styling? Well, that's a home run. Simple yet aggressive, you'd never mistake this sports car for a Hyundai Genesis coupe, or a Volkswagen GTI, its natural competition.

  We'll tell you more about this car once it's shown at the Tokyo Motor Show, but for now, what vehicle is its biggest competition?

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  Click through for more photos and a video!

  Read full article | Comments (0) | Filed under Sports car, Concept, Japan, Toyota, Coupe, Subaru, 2010

• 2010 Volkswagen GTI pricing announced

  Banovsky on October 6, 2009

  Packing the same horsepower (200) and torque (207 lb.-ft) as the 2009 model, the better-looking 2010 GTI rings in at $23,990.

  

  2010 Volkswagen GTI

  That's for the two-door. If you want the top-line four-door with the DSG, prepare to save up $25,690 — barely changed from the current model.

  A GTI equipped with the dual-clutch DSG gearbox will return 32 mpg on the highway, and 24 mpg in the city — not too shabby for a high-performance hatchback.

  Two packages stand out: the "Dynaudio Advanced Sound" package for $476, and the "Autobahn" package for $2,795 — that includes partial leather seats, sunroof, and front sport seats.

  Click through to our search engine to find a good deal on one of the last 2009 GTI models!

  Read full article | Comments (0) | Filed under Pricing, Hatchback, News, Volkswagen, Turbo, Turbo, 2010, GTI

• Europe still gets all the fun: Fiat 500 Abarth 695 Tributo Ferrari

  Banovsky on September 21, 2009

  "OK," you ask, "why is this car cool while the Aston Martin Cygnet concept isn't?"

  

  The 2010 Fiat 500 Abarth 695 Tributo Ferrari

  Well, this performance-orientated Abarth 695 'Tributo Ferrari' will go on sale, and FIAT has made some substantial modifications to ensure it lives up to the prancing horse badge.

  First, the special edition model is fitted with a 1.4-liter turbocharged engine tuned to develop "over 180 horsepower". The four-cylinder unit is coupled to an electromechanical gearbox with race-inspired paddle gearshift that drives the front-wheels.

  Add in some performance tires, 17-inch alloy wheels, a more powerful braking system with Brembo callipers, and a sportier suspension set up with new shock absorbers. Oh, and for annoying the neighbours it comes with a "Record Monza" dual mode exhaust that is designed to improve engine performance "and deliver a more sonorous note over 3,000 rpm." Finishing touches include Xenon headlights, Scuderia Red paint, carbon fibre accents, lighter sport seats, leather-clad interior, and various aluminum trim pieces.

  We want. How much are Italian villas going for these days?

  Click for more photos!

  Read full article | Comments (0) | Filed under Hatchback, Europe, Sports car, Ferrari, Fiat, Performance, 2010

• Video: 2010 Porsche 911 GT3 RS on the Autobahn

  Banovsky on September 15, 2009

  Ok, so we told you about the new Porsche 911 GT3 RS, right? Well, now we have some footage courtesy of Porsche that will make your eyes and ears very happy…

  

  Time to click through!

  Read full article | Comments (0) | Filed under Video, Misc, Coupe, Porsche, 2010, 911, Germany, 911, GT3 RS, 911

• Wow: The 2010 Bugatti Galibier 16C Concept

  Banovsky on September 14, 2009

  Although Bugatti's current president, Dr. Ing. Franz-Josef Paefgen says that this Bugatti Galibier 16C "is one of several concept studies with which the company is considering for the future of the Bugatti marque," we can't help but think it's a brilliant car that should be built.

  

  The 2010 Bugatti Galibier super-sedan

  How stunning is this car? The body is constructed of handmade carbon fibre parts coloured dark blue so that when illuminated, the woven structure shimmers through. The front fenders and all doors are made from polished aluminium.

  What else? Beneath the butterfly hood (which folds back from both sides), is a 16-cylinder, 8-litre engine with two-stage supercharging…that can run on ethanol. Bugatti says, "four-wheel drive, specially developed ceramic brakes and a new suspension design enable the agile, always-sure handling of a saloon of this size."

  Inside, the dash is simple but luxurious: two centrally-located main instruments keep even the rear passengers constantly informed of the actual speed and "previous performance." (Women always keep track of that, anyway… -Ed.) Bugatti says that Parmigiani, the Swiss maker of fine watches, created a removable Reverso Tourbillon clock for the car, which may be worn on the wrist thanks to a cleverly designed leather strap.

  

  Click for more photos!

  Read full article | Comments (0) | Filed under News, Sedan, Concept, Bugatti, Ultimate, 2010, Galibier

• Mercedes-Benz does retro: the 2010 SLS AMG

  Banovsky on September 10, 2009

  This is the latest Mercedes-Benz supercar, replacing the McLaren SLR. What do you think?

  

  The 2010 Mercedes-Benz SLS AMG gullwing

  Lacking full specs, we can tell you it'll do 0-60 in 3.7 seconds, be fitted with a "SPEEDSHIFT" 7-speed dual-clutch semi-automatic transmission mated to the engine, will have a lightweight carbon fibre driveshaft, and have a top speed of 197 mph.

  What else do you need to know?

  

  Click for more photos!

  Read full article | Comments (0) | Filed under News, Sports car, AMG, Mercedes-Benz, 2010, SLS, gullwing

• 2010 Porsche 911 Sport Classic, with video

  Banovsky on September 4, 2009

  Ok, I wasn't going to post on the not-available-in-North America 911 Sport Classic, an homage to the 1972 911 2.7 RS. But then, courtesy of our friends at carscoop.blogspot.com, the model's B-roll video was encoded and uploaded to YouTube, and what a sound it is. If you're going to listen to one song this year, make sure it was composed by the 2010 911 Sport Classic…

  

  Click for the video and more photos!

  via: [carscoop.blogspot.com]

  Read full article | Comments (1) | Filed under News, Video, Sports car, Coupe, Porsche, 2010, Germany, 911