No official data as come out just yet, still, it looks pretty similar to the actual model.

Check out the images yourself (low quality stuff, still better than nothing. )

What do you think? Looks nice, doesn’t it?

Under the Hood of the Audi R8 Convertible
Underneath the hood of this beautiful machine is a 4.2 liter V8 engine that produces 420 horsepower.  While other exotics obviously have more horsepower, this vehicle definitely has plenty of torque and is quite fun to drive.  For those that are waiting for a bigger, more hefty engine, there are plans for the R8 to include a V 10 engine that offers 500 + horsepower.

Inside the R8 Convertible
Inside the R8 convertible is plenty of comfort and convenience.  However, expect a racing styled cockpit, fine leather and a dash that has a very nice layout with all the information a driver requires.  The leather is done up very nice and even though the soft top hood requires room in the back for storage, there is still a small compartment to put a small bag for daytrips.

The Audi R8 convertible is expected to go into production in about March of 2009 and you will probably be able to find it in the states in the late summer time as a 2010 model.  At this moment, the price for this model has not been set, but expect it to be about the same as the coupe.

Under the Hood of the BMW 335D
While most are not diesel fans, believe me, this engine definitely is a plus.  The engine offers a very peppy 225 horsepower which is twin turbo charged, but the kicker is the low end torque.  The 335D offers incredible low end torque that makes this car a rocket with just a small touch of the gas pedal.  While these cars are made generally for the European market with nice and high twisting roads in the Alps, you can definitely expect great steering and a very tight suspension.  The BMW 335D offers both.  In fact, the steering is one of the nicest we have seen.  It is incredibly precise without any over or under-steering.  The suspension is tight, but not too rigid making this vehicle extremely fun to drive.  As for corners, there is nothing that this vehicle will find an obstacle.  The 335D conquers corners easily and convincingly.

The 2009 BMW 335D is a great vehicle and one of the best diesels we have seen in a long time.  Expect this model to be in the US in December of 2008.  The price with decent features is around the $40K mark.

Quit impressive isn’t it?

Well, keep it safe and don’t try this at home… nor outside!

Under the Hood of the Nissan Cube
The Nissan Cube is not a powerful vehicle, but for what it does it uses its power quite wisely.  Under the hood you will find that the Nissan Cube offers a 1.8 liter inline 4 engine which produces a decent 122 horsepower.  With front wheel drive and the option of either a 6 speed manual transmission or a CVT automatic transmission the Cube is peppy enough for most city streets.

Inside the Cube
Inside the Cube, you will find a wealth of features that are perfect for most teenage drivers and college students.  For parents out there, you will be pleased to know that the Cube offers plenty of great safety features including traction control, airbags and stability control.  Also, fuel efficiency is quite good for this people mover, it delivers a respectable 30 mpg on the highway.  As for price, this vehicle fits practically everyone’s budget with a base price of only $13K.  Expect the Nissan Cube to go on sale in the spring of 2009.

More Power
560 horsepower is a 40 hp improvement over older models and there is even more kudos for the new Gallardo, it is lighter which helps increase the weight to power ratio.  Other great innovations is the new 6 speed transmission that makes shifting a whopping 40 percent quicker and for those that are keeping track on the tech specs, this baby can reach 62 mph in less than 4 seconds.  While it is extremely quick on acceleration, one of the other great milestones this vehicle achieves at is top speed.  The Gallardo reaches 201 mph.

The Spider Soft Top
While most super cars employ a hard top, this exotic offers a soft top that is super fast to open or close- only 20 seconds.  While it is not known how much the Gallardo will cost at the moment, you can bet it will be expensive.  The Gallardo has quickly made a name for itself and Lambo is not pulling any punches.  Lamborghini is trying to get the most out of the Gallardo in both power and performance.

The Gallardo Styling
The Gallardo is a wonderfully styled Lamborghini.  For those that love Lambos, this vehicle has all of its classic lines. Inside the interior are little luxury and plenty of features that make sure you stay seated in the cockpit and in control.  Overall the Lambo Gallardo Spider is a fine auto sure to please.

One of the oldest auto manufacturers, and now a child company of Volkswagen, Skoda Auto have been producing cars since the late 1910s. Originally founded as Laurin & Klement in 1895, Skoda is one of the four oldest car manufacturers still in production today. It was founded in the Austria-Hungary Empire and was named for Vaclav Laurin and Vaclav Klement. After production had begun in 1905 they were soon the largest automobile manufacturer in Austria-Hungary, until it was bought by Skoda Works, a large European conglomerate at the time before the Second World War.

During the Second World War Skoda and all its little companies, including the automobile manufacturing firm was forced into war machine production to feed the German need for industrial goods, weapons, and anything else to further the NAZI rise to power. After liberation, in a war torn Europe, Skoda emerged scathed and battered, but had rebuilt and was already producing its first cars again in June of 45, just months after Adolf Hitler committed suicide. Later on the Skoda firm became a planned company, and was torn away from the megacorp’s hands into the communist government. This caused them to lose ties and technological trades and contracts with many sources - but despite this they continued on.

As the Cold War froze over the world the Skoda Company provided many of the Warsaw pact with vehicles, and was known for building extremely rugged and tough vehicles that were reliable under the most adverse of conditions. By the 1980’s they had stalled in technological developments for more than twenty years, leaving their models as outdated and seen as old - however they were still able to match western car power standards and even won some rallies with their 130 hp engines. In fact they won the RAC Rally a whole seventeen consecutive times.

In 1987 engineers were able to use some western ideas and technologies, and came up with the Favorit model of vehicle, giving it a modern look and an engine with western motor work technology that still performed as well as western cars of its class. With the downfall of the soviets and the iron curtain Volkswagen immediately stepped in, in 1990, to grab onto Skoda, and by the mid 1990’s the technology was up to date. Eventually the image of Skoda changed and was seen as a more modern car, and more concept cars are on the way. Last year they hit the 550k mark, and at the end of last year it grew by another 50k. Skoda vehicles have a planned return to worldwide market shares soon, with Australia being one of the major locations.

Under the Hood of the 8C
This car weighs a hefty 3500 lbs, even though it uses pretty much a complete carbon fiber body.  However, performance definitely doesn’t lack.  The car includes a 450 horsepower V8 engine that accelerates like a rocket.  In fact, you can easily hit 0 to 60 in about 4.2 seconds without leaving second gear.  While purists will be a little disappointed that there is no manual transmission available, for those that like speed shifting and high technology, Alfa Romeo includes a nicely done semi automatic transmission with paddle steering.

The Interior of the Alfa Romeo 8C
While the exterior is incredibly beautiful and sophisticated, you will find plenty of luxury, refinement and civility in the 8C’s interior.  Crafted with beautiful materials that include fine leather, aluminum, carbon fiber and glass, you definitely feel Italian in this sports car.  The 8C’s price hasn’t been set yet, but many believe it will be around the $250K mark.  Also expect a convertible version soon on the market as well.

Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution 10 Turbo Tech Specs
One of the reasons that this vehicle gets lots of praise is its shear power.  The Lancer Evolution 10 turbo includes a 2 liter 4 cylinder turbo engine that puts out a very impressive 291 horsepower.  Matched up with this power is a very nice 5 speed manual transmission or a 6 speed automatic that performs quite well.  In fact, even if you enjoy manual shifting, you will find that the computer shifted transmission is extremely efficient and down right wonderful.

Nicely Done Interior
Besides great power and decent styling, the interior has been revamped for the better.  We definitely noticed finer materials, a new dash layout and wonderful Recoil sports seats to keep pinned in your seat while putting this vehicle through its motions.  All in all, this car is a winner.