SEMA 2008 Preview: Dodge Challenger SRT10 Concept

Dodge will unveil a Viper-powered Dodge Challenger at the SEMA 2008 auto show which starts November 4th. Not only does this SRT10 version of the Dodge Challenger have V10 Viper power (600hp and 560 lb-ft of torque) but it has other tweaks to make it a complete performance upgrade over other versions of the Challenger. Other upgrades include new carbon fiber interior parts, a shaker style hood, Bilstein shocks, upgraded brakes, and other visual modifications.

  

Look for this vehicle and a lot more at the upcoming SEMA 2008 auto show.

Unveiled: Lamborghini Estoque Concept at Paris Motor Show

 

Is it “Hawt” or just “Hot”? I can’t tell, I am torn on the new design but it may be your love at first sight especially if you are looking for a faddish family hauler when your Murci just does not do it for you. This is your answer, the Lamborghini Estoque Concept. View the video of the unveiling at the Parish Motor Show this year below.
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Mini Crossover Concept – Visions for Mobility of the Future

The MINI brand is continuing its overwhelming story of success. This Design Study offers a fascinating outlook at a new facet of the brand powerfully expressed by a truly innovative body concept.

Let’s touch base with Dr. Wolfgang Armbrecht the Senior Vice President of MINI Brand Management and hear about this extraordinary concept.

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It isn’t the Brady Bunch Wagon – 2010 Cadillac CTS Sport Wagon

In Europe, the station wagon is one of the coolest rides you can buy like the Mercedes E series and BMW 5 series wagons. In North America it’s a whole different story, for some reason the wagon still echoes it’s the ultimate in un-coolness and totally laden with its traumatizing Brady bunch stereotypes. So what is Cadillac going to do with a CTS Wagon?

 

The 2010 CTS Sport Wagon is changing the way Americans think about the old station wagon. From the front it looks no different than the normal CTS, but when you look at the rear you will see its differences like its 26 LED powered tail lights that extend almost the entire rear end. Every line, every crevice, every nuance has a purpose. It screams speed. It yells high class. And it’s got good fuel economy to boot. And for those planning on packing a lot of stuff into it, it has a whole lot of usable space.

What do  ya think about this?

I Prefer The Cobalt Name Instead of Cruze

General Motors is finally stepping up to the plate with a better look at its new small car, the Chevy Cruze, which is supposed to replace the Cobalt around mid-2010.

These photos have been released ahead of the Cruze’s live showing in October at the Paris Auto show. The car’s appearance is based heavily Chevy’s new global design language, which has shown up recently on the Malibu sedan and Traverse crossover.

The Cruze bosts the new grille treatment of current chevy vehicles, with wrap-around headlights. Chevy says the Cruze is roomier than its competitors with more length and width, and the wheels jut out a bit from the body. The car is expected to be able to get more than 40 mpg. And if they can do that without it being a slug I will definitely buy one.

They gave the car a dual cockpit layout interior that has also shown up on recent redesigns, and was inspired by 1960s Corvettes.

The Cruze lgoes one sale in Europe next March. It will get it’s power from two four-cylinder engines, and a new 2.0-liter turbodiesel.

The U.S. Cruze is expected to get four-cylinder and turbo power plants from GM’s global offerings. It will be built in Lordstown, Ohio plant.

GM is betting hard that the Cruze will be a hit with consumers, as it’s replacing a good platform, the Chevy Cobalt, which posted sales of more than 200,000 annually. The Cobalt was launched in latter part of 2004.

The Cruze’s competitors will the like of the Honda Civic, Ford Focus and Volkswagen Jetta.

I wonder if Tom knows GM named a car after him?

Chevy Volt: The Car That Could Save GM – And Gas Money

The new Chevy Volt, will it live up to our expectations or even GM’s expectations and meet its year 2010 deadline/release date? Here is a video that explains it all. The finished product will look more like our current 4-door vehicle that we see on the road today. The video goes onto show an Apple iPod-ish dashboard layout. So what’s the hold-up? … the battery!

Enjoy the video!

2008 Chicago Auto Show: GMC Denali XT Hybrid Concept Video

A review of the GMC Denali XT Hybrid Concept. The video says it all.

Post your comments and let us know what you think about this “THING”.

2010 Chevrolet Camaro – OH YEA!

Okay, so you have seen the new Transformers movie. Yea, well what about that new Camaro. It sure looked nice. Well as you might be wondering when that thing will be at your local Chevrolet dealership. Soon my friend, soon… here is a little update on the rise and conception of the “NEW CAMARO” from Edmunds Inside Line. View the link here! Remember to come back to Automotive Addicts to check for exclusive updates on cars like this such as the new Dodge Challenger.

View additional images from Inside Line here!

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