Behind the Wheel: 2007 Lamborghini Murci?lago LP640: More Horsepower on the Hoof October 20, 2006
The most surprising thing about the LP640 is driveability. Models in the 500-horse club have struggled to put their power politely on the pavement. HUNTINGTON BEACH, Calif. THE 2007 Lamborghini Murci?lago LP640 was late arriving for my test drive ? about two weeks late. Mario Andretti had spent a few days in the car before I got it. Knowing Mr. Andretti well, I doubt it was he who fried the clutch, necessitating a replacement and causing the delay. More likely, the culprit came from the rabble of the performance-car magazines, someone who had been given a chance to rip …
Facing a Big Quarterly Loss, Chrysler Moves to Cut Costs
Chrysler is pushing to cut at least $1,000 a vehicle from its costs in an effort to return to profitability as soon as possible. DETROIT, Oct. 19 - The Chrysler Group, facing a steep third-quarter loss, is pushing to cut at least $1,000 a vehicle from its costs in an effort to return to profitability as soon as possible, officials at the company said Thursday night. The program, called “Project Refocus,” comes as Chrysler is expected to post a $1.5 billion loss for the third quarter when it reports results next week, snapping a string of 12 profitable quarters. Chrysler, …
Not Coming Soon to a Lot Near You: Chinese Cars
Chinese auto executives admit it could be 2020 before they will be ready to take on the world market. NINGBO, China - Every day in cities like this one, Chinese factories churn out waves of exports that flood markets in the United States and Europe: DVD’s, microwave ovens, furniture, washing machines, shoes and more. So it is no surprise that as China’s industrial revolution advances, Western automakers and their workers have begun to worry seriously that an invasion of Chinese cars will begin soon. It turns out it probably will not be so soon after all. Despite growing anxiety …
New Mercedes CL65 AMG? October 19, 2006
Design: What?s New at Pininfarina? The Do-It-Yourself Ferrari October 13, 2006
In recent years, complaints about Ferrari design seem to have increased among deeply-devoted owners and fans ? in magazines, on blogs and in online forums. THE Ferraristas are restless. Discontent is nothing new to these hard-core devotees of all things Ferrari, whose grumbling about the latest models is a tradition as old and deep as their affection for the marque. The complaints tend to fade away once the acolytes get used to the new cars.But in recent years, especially since the introduction of the 612 Scaglietti in 2004, complaints about Ferrari design seem to have increased among owners and fans …
2007 Volkswagen Eos: In Praise of a Convertible Goddess
VW is hoping the Eos — named for the supernaturally beautiful Greek goddess of the dawn — seduces a lot of lovers. At least 12,000 a year to be exact. IN Greek mythology, Eos was the supernaturally beautiful goddess of the dawn, the brightest star in the morning sky. She was also a bit of a tramp, and had many lovers. In choosing Eos as the name for its shapely new coupe-cabriolet, Volkswagen was no doubt alluding to how the car?s retracting hardtop heralds the sun. VW is also hoping this enticing car seduces a lot of lovers ? at …
Wheelspin: Car Museums From the Heart of Dixie to the Texas Panhandle
To see former President Bill Clinton?s Mustang convertible, head for Arkansas. Here is a list of automotive museums in the South and South-Central states. IF YOU love motorcycles, a motorsports museum in Alabama is the place to go. To see former President Bill Clinton?s Mustang convertible, head for Arkansas. If Chaparral racecars are more to your liking, take a trip to West Texas. Here is a list of automotive museums in the South and South-Central states; previously published listings included the Northeast, upper Midwest and Atlantic Coast. An expanded list is at nytimes.com/autos. Alabama BARBER VINTAGE MOTORSPORTS MUSEUM …
2007 Mercedes Benz GL450 October 12, 2006
Mercedes’ new crossover is the killer app of family haulers.
Like a lot of Americans, we’re hungry for creatively packaged vehicles that are more fuel efficient and space efficient, yet will easily swallow the haul from our weekend shopping excursions with the kids.
Sense a little conflict there? You should.
Through August of this year, U.S. sales of trucks and sport utility vehicles have fallen more than 10% in response to higher gas prices. But America isn’t abandoning SUVs. While people with no kids or one kid might be able to return to a sedan universe, anyone with two or more children feels …
Carlsson Unleashes CK50 Tuning Package For The GL-Class
OFFICIAL PRESS RELEASE
Off-road vehicle with S class comfort The Carlsson CK50 (Based on the GL 500)
- Carlsson CK50 with 435 bhp and 600 Nm
- Intelligent lowering
- 3-piece forged wheels
The most imposing vehicle in the Mercedes-Benz range is the GL Class. Despite its robust nature, this all-terrain vehicle is also distinguished by an ambience that captivates S Class drivers. Now, the impression of luxury given can be refined even more at Carlsson in the southwest German town of Merzig. The GL 500 promises a good combination of long-range ability and excellent performance. As the CK50 by Carlsson, however, it surpasses its standard counterpart by …
2012 Porsche 928
The 928, Porsche’s front-engine entry in the coupe GT market, never quite enjoyed the success of the signature sports car, the 911. Since Porsche stopped producing the 928 in 1995 after an 18-year run, the German automaker has gone without a front-engine coupe to compete with the likes of the BMW M6, Jaguar XKR, Aston-Martin DB9, and Mercedes CL-class. The 911, which remains much more the pure sports car than any of the coupes, has gradually moved farther upmarket and provides a sporting alternative to those cars, but it now appears that Porsche is developing a more direct competitor for …
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