2023 Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV Coming Later This Year

The all-new 2023 Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV plug-in hybrid electric SUV, will be available in ES, SE and SEL trims, and expanding to include a 40th Anniversary special edition later this year and a Ralliart edition in early 2023. Power comes from a twin-motor 4WD PHEV system, featuring more powerful front and rear motors and a larger drive battery than its predecessor, and seven driver-selectable drive modes. MSRP pricing for the 2023 Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV will be available later in the year, closer to launch.

2023 Mazda CX-9 Touring Starts At $40,025 This Fall

The 2023 Mazda CX-9 Touring, now the standard model, is powered by a 250 horsepower (using premium 93 octane fuel) Skyactiv-G 2.5 Turbo engine paired with a six-speed automatic transmission with manual and sport modes. Upgraded trims are the Touring Plus, Carbon, Grand Touring and Signature levels. All CX-9 models are equipped with G-Vectoring Control Plus and Off-Road Traction Assist. Driver assist safety features including Mazda Radar Cruise Control with Stop and Go, Smart Brake Support with collision warning, Advanced Smart City Brake Support with pedestrian detection, Blind Spot Monitoring, Rear Cross-Traffic Alert, and Lane Departure Warning with Lane Keep Assist. The 2023 CX-9 goes on sale this Fall with a starting MSRP of $40,025 (including $1,275 for destination and handling).

2023 Nissan Rogue Starts At $28,655

The 2023 Nissan Rogue, offered in S, SV, SL and Platinum trims with front-wheel drive or Intelligent All-Wheel Drive, is powered by a 201 horsepower 1.5-liter VC-Turbo engine mated to a new generation Xtronic transmission. The 2023 Nissan Rogue was completely redesigned and reengineered for the 2021 model year and is on sale now starting at $28,655 (including $1,295 destination and handling).

2023 Genesis Electrified G80 In September

The 2023 Genesis Electrified G80, the brand's first electric executive sedan, gets its power from a 136 kW Front, 136 kW Rear Electric Motor and 87.2 kWh Battery and has a starting price of $80,920 (including $1,095 freight). The Electrified G80 and GV60 electric SUV, are now available at select U.S. retailers in California, Connecticut, New Jersey, and New York. Beginning in September, both EV models will also be available at select retailers across four more states: Arizona, Nevada, Utah, and Washington.

Lamborghini Countach LPI 800-4 With 814 Horsepower

The Lamborghini Countach LPI 800-4, powered by an all-wheel-drive V12 engine with the 34 hp of the electric motor that delivers a total of 814 horsepower (rounded down to 800 in the name), will have just 112 units produced globally.

Aston Martin V12 Vantage Roadster Coming In 4th Quarter

The new Aston Martin V12 Vantage Roadster is powered by a 690 horsepower 5.2-liter Twin-Turbo V12 engine mated to a ZF 8-speed automatic transmission with first deliveries scheduled to begin during Q4 2022.

Lamborghini Urus Performante SUV For $260,676 By Year End

The 657 horsepower Lamborghini Urus Performante SUV will cost $260,676 (excluding delivery and handling) and the first delivery will be before year end 2022.

Maserati MC20 Cielo

The new Maserati MC20 Cielo is powered by a 621 horsepower 3.0-liter twin-turbo V6 engine. The made-in-Italy Cielo, which means “sky” in Italian, is the spyder version of the new MC20 super sports car. The MC20 Cielo’s retractable roof takes 12 seconds to slide into the rear housing at driving speeds of up to 31 mph. 

McLaren Solus GT Coming To 25 Customers Next Year

McLaren  Solus GT, powered by a 829 horsepower 5.2-liter V10 engine and bespoke seven-speed, sequential shift transmission, debuted in the virtual gaming world before becoming reality and is limited to just 25 customer cars which all sold before the public reveal. The Solus GT brings to life the futuristic McLaren concept that featured in the Gran Turismo SPORT video game. The McLaren Solus GT is currently at the track-testing stage of its development process and will be delivered in 2023.

Bentley Mulliner Batur For 18 Customers Next Year

The Bentley Mulliner Batur two-door grand touring coupé, powered by a 730 horsepower 6.0-liter twin-turbocharged W12 engine paired with Bentley’s eight-speed double-clutch transmission for the most powerful Bentley yet, will be limited to 18 which have already been reserved with deliveries to begin in mid-2023. The Batur previews the design principles that are driving the development of the company’s first BEV due in 2025.

RUF Bergmeister - Porsche Inspired

The RUF Bergmeister all-carbon skinned roadster, powered by a 450 horsepower 3.6-liter single-turbocharged flat-six engine connected to a six-speed manual transmission, is inspired by the Porsche 906, the 909 Bergspyder and the 718 RS 60 Spyder hillclimb cars and was designed by Tony Hatter. 

Kia EV6 GT Coming In 4th Quarter

The all-electric Kia EV6 GT performance crossover, the most powerful Kia production vehicle produced, is powered by  77.4-kWh Nickel-Cobalt-Manganese (80/10/10) battery pack which serves a front-mounted 160kW motor, combined with a rear-mounted 270kW motor, to produce a combined power output of 430 kW or 576-horsepower. The EV6 GT will be available nationwide at Kia retailers in this year's 4th quarter and buyers will receive a charging credit of 1,000 kWh at Electrify America stations, useable over a three-year period. Pricing is subject to an announcement closer to vehicle launch.

2023 Nissan Murano Starting At $34,995 Now

The 2023 Nissan Murano, in  S, SV, SL and Platinum trim levels, is powered 260 horsepower 3.5-liter V6 engine and front-wheel drive or Intelligent All-Wheel Drive and is on sale now starting at $34,955 (including $1,295 destination and handling).

Lincoln Model L100 Concept

The Lincoln Model L100 Concept, using next generation battery cell and pack technologies, paves the way for the brand to rethink mobility in the future.

Hennessey Venom F5 Roadster For $3 Million

The Hennessey Venom F5 Roadster, with 1,817 horsepower delivering a top speed over 300 mph, will be priced at at $3 million with only 30 to be manufactured in Texas beginning in late 2022, with validation of the model’s high-speed capabilities set to occur as the production rate levels out.

Acura Precision EV Concept

The Acura Precision EV Concept previews the brand's future design for its all-electric SUV coming in 2024. 

Dodge Charger Daytona SRT Concept

The Dodge Charger Daytona SRT Concept is battery-electric vehicle (BEV), is powered by new 800V Banshee propulsion all-wheel-drivesystem with a multi-speed transmission with an electro-mechanical shifting experience making Dodge’s first electric vehicle faster than a Hellcat in all key performance measures. It features a 12.3-inch center scree n that angles nearly ten degrees towards the driver, and the 16-inch instrument cluster is curved. The panoramic glass roof gives an open-air feel to the Charger Daytona SRT Concept, helping to include rear passengers in the vehicle experience. 

2023 Porsche 911 GT3 RS Coming Spring 2023 For $225,250

The 2023 Porsche 911 GT3 RS is powered by a 518 horsepower 4.0-liter high-revving naturally aspirated engine mated to a seven-speed Porsche Doppelkupplung (PDK) which has a shorter overall gear ratio than the 911 GT3 . The 911 GT3 RS offers Normal, Sport and Track driving mode, with track mode basic settings can be individually adjusted. The 2023 911 GT3 RS is expected to arrive at U.S. dealers by Spring, 2023. The starting MSRP is $225,250 (including $1,450 for processing, delivery and handling).

Test Drive: 2022 Lexus NX 350h - Perfect Size, Great MPG

During my 5-day test drive in Vancouver, I found the 2022 Lexus NX350h to be a perfect size growing from its previous dimensions into the very popular and competitive luxury compact SUV category plus delivering great fuel economy. The NX350h has the vehicle height that SUV drivers demand along with plenty of interior passenger and cargo space. The new exterior is sleek and appealing. The Lexus Interface, launched into market with the all-new 2022 Lexus NX series as part of Lexus’ Connected Technologies, enables Human Machine Interface through sight, touch and voice. The smartphone connection was quick, music selection easy and climate control intuitive using the standard 9.8-inch center touch display. The ride, acceleration, and comfort made it a lot of fun to drive.

The all-new 2nd generation 2022 Lexus NX 350h has the Lexus Hybrid Drive system which pairs the D4-S fuel injection 2.5-liter, 4-cylinder gasoline engine with two high-torque electric drive motor-generators and its AWD system employs a second, independent electric motor to drive the rear wheels when traction support is needed. The updated hybrid powertrain produces 239 combined system horsepower with a combined EPA-estimated 39 MPG. 

The Lexus Safety System+ 3.0 is loaded with features like Curve Speed Management and Intersection Support, Risk Avoidance Emergency Steer Assist, Left Turn Oncoming Vehicle Detection and Braking, Right and Left Turn Oncoming Pedestrian Detection and Braking, Road Sign Assist, and Lane Departure Alert w/Steering Assist. Toyota Motor Manufacturing Canada began producing the NX gas and hybrid models at the beginning of the year. For around $43,000, the NX350h has everything you'll want and need.

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Throwback Thursday - 1959 Porsche Carrera

 

                This 1959 Porsche Carrera just said look at me so I had to take a photo or two.