Lexus have finally made a convertible that looks sexy unlike their last attempt with the SC430. The new IS drop top is powered by a 3.5- or 2.5-Liter V6 producing 306 or 204 hp respectively.

Lexus said today that pricing for the 2010 IS 250C will start at $38,490 when equipped with a 6-speed manual and $39,660 with a 6-speed automatic.

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This is one of the coolest inventions. A RC Formula 1 car controlled with a Blackberry Storm using Bluetooth. Then even better McLaren use the idea on one of their very own Formula 1 car. Check it out!!

This car looks like something out of the Jetson’s, not too sure if you guys remember that cartoon but you can always do a search if you don’t know what I’m talking about. Make sure you use Hoongle and not google.

This electric/hybrid car developed in Califonia will officially go on sale at the end of the year. The car will cost between $25,000 – $40,000, not cheap but there’s already 4,000 customer orders placed.

The Aptera does about 100 miles on a single charge according to their website. That’s supposedly equivalent to 300mpg; and the vehicle can be recharged by a standard outlet (110v) in less than 8 hours.

Want to read more then visit their webiste http://www.aptera.com

Now you see now you don’t. This driveway conversion from Cardok allows you to keep your car underground saving space and preventing your beloved machine from being stolen or damaged.

All you have to do is press the remote control, and the Cardok starts to lift, revealing the additional parking space inside. Within less than thirty seconds, the Cardok is completely open. For safety, the remote control has a simple ‘hold-to-run’ operation, meaning it stops the instant it is released.

The cardock can safe working load of three tonnes. A Range Rover weighs approximately 2.7 tonnes.

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Internet technology is being brought to the car with the first internet car radio developed by Melbourne based company in Australia called miRoamer. This will give drivers access to over 30,000 radio stations and could see the end of conventional radios.

Blaupunkt will produce the radios, which should soon be integrated into the latest models by car manufacturers such as Mercedes, BMW and Audi. The product will also be sold separately for those who want to install it in their cars.

Ugly or not you be the judge. MINI has created a SUV that looks exactly like the MINI Cooper only taller, wider, longer and a full time all-wheel-drive system.

The concept will be showcased at the Paris Motorshow and BMW are hoping to have the car on sale in 2010.

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This decision means that the world of car-to-car communication will be across a frequency that could become a world standard.

Cars can inform other cars about road conditions, congestion, accidents or even if the car in front of them is straying across the white lines.

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NEW FERRARI CALIFORNIA REVEALED: A HUGELY VERSATILE,
INNOVATION-PACKED GT

Press Release

The Ferrari California joins the Prancing Horse’s 8-cylinder family which has always been defined by power and performance. It also flanks the flagship 612 Scaglietti in the prestige sporty Grand Tourer segment.

The new Ferrari California will satisfy even the most demanding of owners in term of its superb vehicle dynamics and driving pleasure. The new model will be available exclusively as a convertible with a folding hard top. Both chassis and bodywork are aluminium, in line with the rest of the current range. The California will be powered by a new V8 engine mounted for the first time in the marque’s history in the mid-front
position.

In line with Ferrari tradition, the new model also features several innovations. Apart from its folding hard top, these include the original 2+ concept which guarantees exceptional versatility of use in the rear of the car. The California’s 4,300 cc V8 engine features direct fuel injection and a flat crankshaft. It generates 460 CV at 7,500 rpm with a torque curve that enhances vehicle dynamics and provides maximum driving pleasure which is typical for Ferrari.

As per the traditional Ferrari transaxle layout, the engine, which allows the Ferrari California to sprint from 0 to 100 km/h in less than 4.0 seconds, will be coupled to a 7-speed dual clutch transmission that boosts the car’s performance while enhancing the driving pleasure, improves ride comfort and reduces fuel consumption and emissions (c.310 g/km CO2). The comfort is further enhanced by a new multilink rear suspension system. The Ferrari California is also equipped with the exclusive F1-Trac traction control system which made its debut on the 599 GTB Fiorano and has been further honed to suit the typical driving conditions expected for this new GT. Brembo brakes featuring carbon-ceramic material disks as standard guarantee superbly efficient braking.

In addition to sporting the marque’s classic styling cues, the cabin has also been beautifully trimmed using quality materials by Ferrari’s own skilled artisans. New accessories and equipment, such as the seats, steering wheel, instrument panel and infotainment system, together with optimised aerodynamics ensure that this is a highly ergonomic and enjoyable car to drive regardless of whether the top is up or down. The Ferrari California is aimed at owners who desire a car which embodies everything the Prancing Horse represents in terms of sporty design and innovation, but also seek a car with greater versatility than ever.

BMW has unveiled its M1 Homage Concept and there is nothing to rave on about. The car is ascetically challenged as it attempts to blend retro and modern visual elements. The thin headlights and BMW’s icon grill does not do the car any justice and from front on the car just looks out of proportion. The only good thing that can be said about the car is that its an improvement from the previous M1’s.

Made out of Plywood, Maple and MDF, this wooden supercar designed by Joe Harmon makes it from 0-60mph in just over 3 seconds. Now thats incredibly cool! The amazing thing is that majority of the car is made out of wood, that includes the chasis, the body, the suspension components, wheels and even the gear box.

Harmon said that the objective of this project was to explore materials, learn, teach, share ideas and stimulate creativity.

The wooden supercar is powered by a 4.6-litre V8 petrol engine, centrally mounted for perfect balance, and produces 600bhp. This is linked to a wooden 6 speed gear box. The total weight of the car is 1,135kg making it almost 260kg lighter then a stripped-out Porsche 911 GT3.

The car may never make it to production but the sheer fact that its made out of wood and goes as fast as a supercar makes it well worth the mention.