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Cars, trucks, crossover and concepts worth a second look.
by Paul A. Eisenstein on Dec.03, 2018
The long-awaited Jeep Gladiator pickup made for one of the splashiest debuts at the LA Auto Show.
We’ve been to some dud auto shows over the last year. The Paris Motor Show, which kicked off the 2019 model-year, couldn’t even fill up a half day on the media calendar, and the Detroit Auto Show didn’t stretch much further. But this year’s Los Angeles Auto Show delivered some sweet surprises with its mix of cars, trucks, crossovers and concepts.
As we’ve come to expect from the Tinseltown extravaganza, there were plenty of green machines making their first appearance at the Los Angeles Convention Center, but these weren’t the sort of slow and stodgy sedans and quirky hatchbacks of years past, covering a broad swath of territory including electrified SUVs, pickups and sports cars. And there were plenty of promising products that fell into more conventional categories.
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Here’s an alphabetical look at 10 of our favorite debuts at the 2018 Los Angeles Auto Show:
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Michigan-based EV maker's truck runs 0-to-60 in just three seconds.
by Joseph Szczesny on Nov.27, 2018
The Rivian R1T pickup is designed to go anywhere, providing utility and functionality with plenty of power.
Rivian, a fledgling electric vehicle builder, is taking aim at both traditional rivals and new companies invading the automotive business with a battery-electric pickup truck capable of wading streams and climbing rocky hills with a unique blend of new technology and some traditional automotive engineering.
“We’re launching Rivian with two vehicles that reimagine the pickup and SUV segments,” said Rivian Founder and CEO RJ Scaringe. “I started Rivian to deliver products that the world didn’t already have – to redefine expectations through the application of technology and innovation.”
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He started with “a clean sheet,” spending years developing the technology to deliver the ideal vehicle for active customers. Scaringe was after a vehicle that delivered top-flight driving dynamics on-road or off, but could also function as a regular vehicle – meaning “being capable of driving long distances on a single charge.” (more…)
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Performance model will share underpinnings with new Porsche Taycan.
by Paul A. Eisenstein on Nov.26, 2018
Audi is teasing its second electric vehicle before the first has even come to market. The new e-tron GT will debut at the L.A. Auto Show later this week.
Audi hasn’t even delivered its first all-electric model to showrooms yet, but the automaker is already teasing a second battery-car that will make its debut at the Los Angeles Auto Show later this week.
These intentionally blurry images are meant to give us a hint of what the e-tron GT will look like and, if you squint just a little you might get a sense of déjà vu. Remove the four-ring Audi logo and you might notice the GT has a lot in common with the new Porsche Taycan that also will hit the market next year. Both, it turns out, share the same basic platform.
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Officially, what Audi will reveal in L.A. is a prototype, but don’t let that fool you. With relatively modest changes, what you see is what you will soon get, the second of three all-electric models that will appear in quick succession from the Volkswagen Group’s biggest luxury brand. (more…)
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New platform, more technology for smallest Range Rover.
by Paul A. Eisenstein on Nov.23, 2018
The 2019 Range Rover Evoque made a splashy debut in Britain on Thursday night.
At first glance, you might not recognize the compact ute has gotten a nearly complete makeover, but there have been plenty of significant changes made to the 2019 Range Rover Evoque, more than 90% of what you’d find under the skin of the compact SUV being all new.
First launched in 2010 as a 2011 model, the Evoque quickly became the most popular model in Land Rover history and, even as the first-generation ute approached the end of its run it has remained quite popular. But, in an increasingly crowded market, the British sibling of Jaguar is taking no chances.
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“When Range Rover Evoque made its debut back in 2010, it transformed the world of compact SUVs and the new model is set to continue that remarkable journey,” declared design director Gerry McGovern, at a splashy British unveiling on Thursday evening. “This characterful vehicle combines refinement and fun to create that all important emotional reaction that will turn heads and make people smile.”
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In addition to the new racers, new road vehicles make U.S. debut.
by Michael Strong on Nov.21, 2018
The new Mercedes-AMG GTR Pro makes its world premiere at the Los Angeles International Auto Show.
Mercedes-Benz Cars will be making a big splash at the Los Angeles International Auto Show with the world premiere of two race cars: the Mercedes-AMG GTR Pro and Mercedes-AMG GT.
The limited-edition special AMG GT R Pro model was modified to deliver even more racetrack performance. This incorporated the findings from the company’s customer racing activities with AMG GT3 and AMG GT4 racing cars.
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The update of the AMG GT series includes modifications to the exterior and interior that emphasize the close relationship to the 4-door AMG GT Coupé, Mercedes officials noted. (more…)
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German automaker's best-seller gets update for 2019.
by Joseph Szczesny on Nov.21, 2018
Though the Macan is the company's best-seller, it's getting some updates for the 2019 model year.
Porsche plans to unveil the updated 2019 Porsche Macan sport-utility vehicle, far and away the company’s most popular model, during press preview at next week’s Los Angeles International Auto Show.
The 2019 Porsche Macan will feature a new three-dimensional LED light panel at the rear, standard LED headlights in the front and a revamped interior design that comes with a new interface, linking the Macan’s technology to the driver.
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The updated Macan will have a larger, 10.9-inch full HD touch screen with the latest version of Porsche Communication Management, which, as in the Panamera and Cayenne, allows users to customize the interface by positioning movable tiles and choosing their respective functions from a list of options. (more…)
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Fun brand also showing off four new customized models.
by Michael Strong on Nov.20, 2018
The new Mini John Cooper Works Knights Edition will make its debut at the L.A. Auto Show.
With the recent focus on “hot hatches,” it would be fair to assume that ever-popular Mini would be among the leaders in the segment. Not only is it fair, but also it’s correct with the brand’s John Cooper Works edition vehicles.
At this year’s Los Angeles International Auto Show next week, Mini’s going to roll out a series of new vehicles looking to generate some excitement, especially within the “need for speed” crowd.
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Starting with the Mini John Cooper Works Knights Edition, which will make its North American premiere starting Nov. 28. Joining that is the Mini John Cooper Works GP – first shown as a concept at the Frankfurt Motor Show last year – ready for launch in 2020. (more…)
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Compact sedan gets new look, broad range of new, standard features.
by Paul A. Eisenstein on Nov.16, 2018
Brand boss Jack Hollis introduced the 12th-generation, 2020 Toyota Corolla.
It may be an SUV-crazed market, but Toyota is not going to cede ground in the compact sedan market without a fight, or so brand boss Jack Hollis declared during the unveiling of the all-new, 2020 Corolla Thursday night.
It’s no surprise that Toyota is intent on proving its prowess with the new sedan. Over the past half century, Corolla has been one of the cars instrumental in building the Japanese automaker’s reputation for quality, reliability and durability. But with other manufacturers, like Korea’s Hyundai and Kia, breathing down its neck, Toyota will have to show it can deliver more than the classic, plain vanilla design, Corolla has also long been known for.
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It hinted at a more expressive direction earlier this year with the launch of a new, and decidedly more sporty , Corolla Hatchback. Now, the mainstay sedan gets a complete makeover. And it is not only more stylish, but boasts more power and lots more features, including the latest version of the Toyota Safety Sense package which now will be standard on all Corolla grades. Key competitors, such as Honda, have chosen not to package these advanced driver assistance systems on many of their base models.
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New electric crossover gets 258 miles on a charge.
by Joseph Szczesny on Oct.10, 2018
The new 2019 Hyundai Kona electric has a range of 258 miles.
Hyundai has unveiled a battery-electric version of the Kona crossover, the company’s first compact electric crossover for the U.S. market, which it hopes appeals to consumers with active, eco-focused lifestyles of all kinds.
“Our new Kona Electric crossover is a stylish and efficient compact CUV, tailored to the needs of customers who pursue eco-focused active lifestyles requiring generous range,” said Mike O’Brien, vice president of Product, Corporate and Digital Planning, Hyundai Motor America.
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“We’re confident it will set new standards for the electric-propelled compact CUV segment, with outstanding range flexibility, appealing design, cutting-edge connectivity and class-leading available safety features,” O’Brien added. (more…)
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New model offers improved ride and handling.
by Michael Strong on Oct.03, 2018
The 2019 Lexus RC 300 couple ensure the brand has at least one compelling offering from a design perspective.
Lexus designers have been charged with the task of creating more emotion-evoking vehicles in recent years. However, the RC has always been that buzz-generating offering from Toyota’s luxury brand and the 2019 model shown in Paris continues that trend.
The exterior of the coupe gets an evolutionary upgrade rather than wholesale redesign with tweaks to the sporty look that also give it an elegant feel. However, those changes include updates to the aerodynamics to give it a“sharper and more refined” drive philosophy that was introduced by the LC, officials note.
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The changes include a new front bumper corner that flows down from the headlamps and a grille mesh pattern comprising shapes which gradually transform from top to bottom, creating an intriguing visual tension, Lexus says. The vertical arrangement of the extra-small triple LED headlamps and new L-shaped LED clearance lamps add to the car’s elegance. (more…)
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