Although summer may seem far away it will be here before you know it. Whether you have a new car or a treasured classic now is the time to ready your ride for those lazy, blazing days to come so you will be ready for road trips to the beach, lake or other summertime destinations. Here is a helpful video from about.com to get you started.
They must be doing something right over at the Hyundai Motor Company. The new 2013 Hyundai Elantra has just been named “2012 North American Car of the Year” and is receiving rave reviews. Elantra is not the first Hyundai model to receive this prestigious award, the 2009 Hyundai Genesis also earned the same title. A highly efficient 4-cylinder engine powers the Elantra and affords this compact sedan an attractive 40 MPG, highway. Nimble handling, abundant safety features and innovative Hyundai styling, all for around about $17K, categorically set the Elantra apart from the crowd.
Hyundai has undeniably made a name for itself in the American auto world. With a variety of offerings from luxurious sports models to sturdy SUVs car shoppers rely on this brand just as much as they do Ford, Toyota, Honda, Dodge and Chevy. For those who prefer to purchase vehicles from used car dealers Hyundai is frequently a top choice. In fact the 2004 to 2009 Hyundai Elantra was also rated one of the best used cars by Edmonds.com
Learn more about the 2013 Hyundai Elantra.
We are choosing to call this new concept vehicle from Infiniti a craft, not a car, because it’s a freekin spaceship! Although it won’t really transport you into the upper atmosphere this gorgeous design is truly out of this world. Oh and it’s 100% electric. See more images on the Infiniti EMERG-E Concept site.
New Chrysler Viper Coming Soon
Wow! It’s back….the Dodge (now Chrysler) Viper is back and beeeauuuutiful!!! You can buy one later this year if you happen to have an extra $100,000 laying around.
See the MSNBC Report for more details.
Someone is feeling nostalgic over at the Dodge design camp. A few years ago they started resurrecting popular Dodge models from the 1970′s, specifically the Challenger and Charger. They did a great job on these models incorporating similar styling and the same muscle car appeal as their predecessors over four decades ago. Not surprisingly, the newest offering from Dodge will be another remake, the Dodge Dart. I remember this vehicle from my childhood. It was sort of a “mom car” or a hand-me-down car for college kids. In other words it was not at all cool to own a Dart but it was compact and dependable.
The 2012 Jaguar XKR-S has been identified as “the fastest and most powerful production Jaguar model ever sold”. Although this author has not had the privilege of slipping behind the wheel of one of these phenomenal felines there is no doubt that the XKR-S is the 
badest cat on the road. Under the hood roars a 5.0-liter V-8 engine that delivers 550 horsepower and about 500 lb. ft. of torque. Gear shifting is accomplished by simply turning a knob on the stylish gearbox and the onboard computer system does the rest. As for the body and interior design no expense was spared. Carbon fiber is used for the deckling spoiler, front splitter and rear diffuser. While chrome embellishments in just the right places compliment the sleek rounded curves of this elegant new sports car. Inside the cabin, soft leather seats with extended head rests and dark aluminum or piano black veneer surfaces make the 2012 Jaguar XKR-S more luxurious than a Beverly Hills day spa. If you happen to have a little over $130,000 burning a hole in your pocket you can bring home one of these pretty kitties. Or if you just want to dream about it a while longer see the New Jaguar XKR on the Jaguar OEM site.
For decades auto enthusiasts have admired the rugged individualism of the Land Rover and Range Rover lineup. The sporty yet elegant styling, abundant functionality and the
capability to navigate through the roughest terrain have always set Rovers apart from the crowd.Now, for the first time ever, Land Rover is tantalizing us further with a new concept vehicle, the Range Rover Evoque. This luxury-sport SUV was unveiled at the 2012 Geneva Motor Show and is taking the world by storm. Not only is the Evoque a captivating rendition of the classic Range Rover design but this model is, believe it or not, a convertible.
If you own a used car you will undoubtedly be familiar with routine car maintenance issues. You have probably checked your tire air pressure and topped of your fluids. One thing most people don’t do on their own is change their oil.
Did you know that many accidents are avoidable? Here are a few driving tips that will keep you safe on the road.
We’ve all seen the popularity of food trucks on the rise in the Los Angeles and the OC area. Did you know that the Nissan NV commercial van has been converted to food trucks?