Volvo Concept 26 - A Preview of Autonomous Driving

Volvo Concept 26 is an interior design concept and innovation platform for autonomous driving vehicles built around a patented new seat design that cradles the driver at all times and through the transformation between the different modes. Together with a tablet interface in the center console, a foldable tray table and a 25-inch flat-screen monitor that flips up from the passenger side dashboard, Concept 26 provides three interior modes: Drive, Create and Relax. Create mode allows for a variety of configurations of the seat, table and screens enabling the driver to complete a range of activities, such as reading, working on your next big project, or consuming media and other online content while the car takes care of the driving. Relax mode transforms the seat into a comfortable reclining position. The vehicle can also curate and suggest content to the driver via the passenger dashboard mounted screen. Volvo Cars is working with several partners in creating the best space for consuming media, interacting with devices or relaxing.

Infiniti QX30 Coming This Summer

The Infiniti QX30 premium active crossover, shown as a concept in Geneva in March, is powered by a 208 horsepower 2.0 liter turbo 4-cylinder engine paired to 7-speed DCT transmission, and is equipped with an all-wheel drive system, able to send up to 50 percent of the engine’s power and torque to the rear axle to maintain traction on slippery surfaces and in inclement weather. The Infiniti QX30 will go on sale in selected markets in the middle of 2016 with pricing closer to the sale date.

2017 Lincoln MKZ Goes On Sale This Summer

The 2017 Lincoln MKZ powered by an all-wheel-drive system with a twin-turbocharged 400 horsepower 3.0-liter GTDI V6 engine which, in front-wheel drive models, is limited to 350 horsepower or a 245-horsepower hybrid 2.0-liter GTDI four-cylinder engine with front-wheel drive.

The 2017 Lincoln MKZ has available adaptive cruise control with stop-and-go functionality that automatically can slow the car, resuming higher speeds when traffic clears and can activate the brakes automatically to bring the car to a complete stop if the driver fails to apply brakes in time. An auto hold feature keeps the car at a complete stop without the driver having to press and hold the brake pedal. Available enhanced park assist uses ultrasonic sensors to help Lincoln MKZ seamlessly steer itself into a parallel or perpendicular parking spot. The car can assist with park-out as needed. Pre-Collision Assist with Pedestrian Detection is an available technology that can help avoid some frontal crashes or lessen the severity of such events.

The new Lincoln MKZ goes on sale in summer 2016.

2017 Porsche 911 Targa 4S Starts At $122,600

The 2017 Porsche 911 Targa 4S has 420 horsepower 3.0 liter six-cylinder twin-turbo engine mated to either a 7-speed manual transmission which starts at $122,600 or a PDK with Sport Chrono starting at $125,800.

2017 Buick LaCrosse Coming Early This Summer

The all-new 2017 Buick LaCrosse is longer, lower, wider and about 300 pounds lighter than the current model, and powered by a 305 horsepower 3.6L V-6 engine paired with a new eight-speed automatic transmission. The LaCrosse goes on sale in early summer 2016,

2017 Hyundai Elantra Coming In January

The 2017 Hyundai Elantra, just under an inch longer and an inch wider than its predecessor, off ers the 147 horsepower 2.0-liter Nu MPI Atkinson four-cylinder engine on the base SE and Limited trim and is paired with either a standard six-speed manual transmission (available only on the SE trim) or Elantra's next generation six-speed automatic transmission for an anticipated 29 city / 38 highway / 33 combined mpg (internal estimate for 6-A/T). The second powertrain is an all-new 128 horsepower 1.4-liter Kappa turbocharged GDI four-cylinder engine mated to an EcoShift seven-speed dual-clutch transmission equipped on the Elantra Eco trim, available in Spring 2016 and projected to achieve an estimated 35 mpg combined rating based on internal testing. Available options include Automatic Emergency Braking with Pedestrian Detection, Lane Keep Assist, Blind Spot Detection with Rear Cross-Traffic Alert and Lane Change Assist, and a rearview camera.The 2017 Elantra will arrive at Hyundai dealers in January.

Scion C-HR Concept

The Scion C-HR Concept, named for its Compact size and High Ride height, is an eye-catching stand-out at the Los Angeles Auto Show.

Subaru Impreza Sedan Concept

The Subaru Impreza Sedan Concept is the first example of Subaru's next-generation vehicles using a new modular platform.

Mazda CX-9 Coming This Spring

The all-new Mazda CX-9 three-row midsized crossover SUV features the new 2.5-liter direct-injection turbocharged gasoline engine, SKYACTIV-G 2.5T producing 250 horsepower on 93-octane gasoline and 227 horsepower on 87-octane gasoline. CX-9 is scheduled to go on sale in Spring of 2016 in the U.S.

2016 Honda Civic Coupe Coming In March

The 2016 Honda Civic Coupe, the second in a series of new 10th-generation Civic models, will launch with a new 158 horsepower 2.0-liter DOHC i-VTEC™ engine with anticipated EPA fuel-economy ratings of 31/41/35 mpg (city/highway/combined) for models equipped with CVT. This engine can also be equipped with a 6-speed manual transmission on the lowest trim. Civic Coupe mid to highest trims are powered by a new 174 horsepower 1.5-liter DOHC direct-injected TURBO with anticipated EPA ratings of 31/42/35 mpg. The wheelbase is 2.9 inches longer and the body is 1.9 inches wider and the front overhang is 1.4 inches shorter. The 2016 Civic Coupe launches in March.

2017 Kia Sportage Is Longer and Goes On Sale Next Year

The all-new 2017 Kia Sportage offered in front or all-wheel-drive has a 181 horsepower 2.4-liter engine on the LX and EX models and a 241 horsepower 2.0-liter inline-four turbo on the SX Turbo mated to a a six-speed Sportmatic transmission. The wheelbase has been stretched 1.2 inches to 105.1 inches, while overall length has increased 1.6 inches to 176.4 inches and the width remains 73.0 inches, compared to its predecessor. The Sportage goes on sale next year with pricing to be announced closer to the Sportage’s on-sale date.

2016 Nissan Sentra Goes On Sale Next Month

The 2016 Nissan Sentra, Nissan’s third best-selling vehicle behind Altima and Rogue, offered in S 6MT, S Xtronic, FE+ S, SV, SR and SL trim levels, has a 130 horsepower 1.8-liter 4-cylinder engine mated to an Xtronic transmission with sub-planetary gear. A 6-speed manual transmission is also available with the Sentra S grade. Significantly revised, the Sentra has new front and rear fascias, grille, fenders, hood, signature boomerang-shaped headlights and taillights and a new 17-inch aluminum-alloy wheel design. It is scheduled to go on sale at Nissan dealers nationwide in late December starting price of $16,780.

Mercedes-Benz SL550 Coming In The Spring

The new Mercedes-Benz SL will offer the SL450 with a V6 engine uprated to 362 horsepower (additional 34 hp) and the SL550 with the 449 horsepower V8 engine. The new Mercedes-Benz SL launches in the U.S. in the spring of 2016.

2017 Fiat 124 Spider Coming Next Summer

The all-new 2017 Fiat 124 Spider is rear wheel drive powered by a 160 horsepower 1.4-liter MultiAir Turbo four-cylinder engine mated to a six-speed manual transmission or a six-speed automatic transmission and is available in Classica and Lusso trim levels. The all-new Fiat 124 Spider will arrive in FIAT studios in North America in summer 2016.

2017 Alfa Romeo Giulia Quadrifoglio Coming Next Year

The all-new 2017 Alfa Romeo Giulia Quadrifoglio rear-wheel-drive sedan built in Italy has a 505-horsepower 2.9-liter bi-turbo V-6 engine. Production for North America begins late in the second-quarter of 2016 with a starting MSRP of around $70,000. Following the launch of the all-new 2017 Giulia Quadrifoglio, Alfa Romeo will introduce the full-line of Giulia models that will include an an all-aluminum 276 horsepower 2.0-liter direct-injection four-cylinder turbo engine on the entry-level model that will start around $40,000. Giulia will also offer an all-wheel-drive system with torque vectoring.

2017 Ford Escape With Two New Eco-Boost Engines

The 2017 Ford Escape SUV offers a new 245 horsepower twin-scroll turbocharged 2.0-liter EcoBoost and a 180 horsepower aluminum-block, twin-cam 1.5-liter EcoBoost with integrated exhaust manifold engine choices, and the 2.5-liter i-VCT four-cylinder engine carries over as standard equipment for the Escape S series. A six-speed automatic transmission is standard across the line, with new paddle-shift technology available for Escape SE and Titanium. Available SYNC® Connect allows users to unlock doors, check fuel level and even locate where a vehicle is parked. Escape customers can continue to select from S, SE and Titanium trim levels, as well as a new Sport Appearance Package available for SE and Titanium.

2017 Acura NSX Arrives After 4 Years Of Development

The new 2017 Acura NSX, made of aluminum and composite exterior body panels with an optional carbon fiber roof panel, has a new hybrid power bespoke, 573 horsepower mid-mounted twin-turbocharged, 75-degree 3.5-liter DOHC V6 engine with dry sump lubrication, mated to an all-new 9-speed dual clutch transmission and Direct-Drive Motor. The front Twin Motor Unit driving the front wheels is part of the Sport Hybrid Super Handling All-Wheel-Drive (SH-AWD) system. When accelerating, the system provides instantaneous torque via its three electric motors, the rear direct drive motor and front Twin Motor Unit. Top speed is 191 miles per hour. Construction of the NSX will take place at the new Performance Manufacturing Center (PMC) in Marysville, Ohio.

Hyundai G90 To Launch As EQ900 In Korea Next Month

The Hyundai G90 luxury sedan, launching next month as the EQ900 in Korea, the new Genesis brand’s flagship model, is the first of six new - G - for Genesis models coming by 2020.

2016 Audi Q7 Coming Early Next Year

The all-new, second generation Audi Q7, powered by a 333 horsepower 3.0 TFSI quattro® engine mated to an eight-speed Tiptronic® transmission, comes in Premium starting at $55,750, Premium Plus starting at $59,750 and Prestige starting at $65,250 (including destination charge of $950). The exterior dimensions have remained similar to the outgoing model while it offers more interior room for passengers with seating for up to seven standard. Available Audi virtual cockpit features a large, 12.3-inch display that delivers at 60 frames per second with NVIDIA® quad core processing power.

The Q7 has a lot of safety features including standard Audi pre sense city that detects cornering and stationary vehicles as well as pedestrians, at speeds of up to 52 mph and initiates full braking when a potential collision is detected. Vehicle exit assist has a side assist warning light which blinks and notifies the driver when vehicles or cyclists are approaching from behind as the vehicle doors are opened. The all-new Audi Q7 goes on sale at the beginning of 2016.

2016 Audi S8 plus Starts At $115,825 Next Month

The 2016 Audi S8 plus, the latest variant of the A8 flagship sedan, with a 605 horsepower 4.0 TFSI engine mated to an eight-speed Tiptronic® transmission, an increase of 85 horsepower compared to the outgoing S8, starts at $115,825 (including destination charges of $925). The S8 plus accelerates from 0-60 mph in 3.7 seconds to a top track speed of 155 mph. The optional Dynamic package includes high performance ceramic brakes, a carbon rear lip spoiler, a modified sport exhaust system and an increased top speed limiter, which increases the sedan’s top speed to 190 mph. The optional Black optic exterior package includes carbon fiber mirror housings, a black Singleframe® grill and window surrounds, a carbon front blade and diffusor trim and darkened taillights. The 2016 Audi S8 plus will go on sale next month.