Monthly Archives October 2014

2015 Dodge Charger Full Product Line Pricing Released

Looks like these days are prime times that auto makers release their new product pricing. Today along with the 2015 Lexus NX, Dodge also announced its pricing for the 2015 Charger.

Below are the list for the whole Charger family:

Dodge Charger SE $27,995
Dodge Charger SE AWD $30,995
Dodge Charger SXT $29,995
Dodge Charger SXT AWD $32,995
Dodge Charger R/T $32,995
Dodge Charger R/T Road & Track $35,995
Dodge Charger R/T Scat Pack $39,995
Dodge Charger SRT 392 $47,385
Dodge Charger SRT Hellcat $63,995

Please note that the $63,995 for the SRT Hellcat trim, also includes a $1,700 gas guzzler tax.

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For more details please refer to the below press release.

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2015 Lexus NX US Pricing Released

Today Lexus released the pricing for its all-new NX CUV. Below are the details:

NX 200t FWD: $35,405
NX 200t AWD: $36,805

NX 300h FWD: $40,645
NX 300h AWD: $42,235

Standard features: backup camera, power adjustable seats, NuLuxe upholstery, 17-in wheels.

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Premium package ($2,670 – NX 200t; $2,890 – NX 300h): memory driver seat, heated and ventilated seats, moonroof, upgraded lightings, 18-inch wheels

Luxury package ($4,505 – NX 200t; $4,885 – NX 300h): all options in the premium package, plus: heated steering wheel, rain-sensing wipers, power liftgate, leather interior, wood trim

Individual options: navigation, blind-spot monitor, pre-collision system

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Porsche Macan: Will Offer Diesel

Porsche Macan: Porsche Reveals New Plan

The current Porsche Macan sold in the US only has two current choices of engine options: one 340hp 3.0L twin-turbo V6 (the Macan S), and another 400hp 3.6L twin-turbo V6 (the Macan Turbo). Today Porsche revealed its plan to add the third engine option for the US-market Macan, which will be a 3.0L diesel V6, produces around 245hp.

It is quite possible that Porsche will show the US-market Macan Diesel in the 2014 Los Angeles Auto Show in next month. Maybe we’ll see you there!

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2016 BMW M2 Specification Leaked

Today some new information related to the upcoming M-version of the 2-series (model code: F87) surfaced on the internet. Below are consolidated highlights:

– N55 I6 turbocharged engine, tuned to 374 hp and 384 lb-ft of torque;
– 0-62mph (0-0100kmh) time: 4.3 seconds
– 6-speed manual transmission only
– To be revealed in early 2015 as a 2016 model

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Exclusive: Insider News About The Tesla Model 3

We have got some insider news about Tesla’s compact sports sedan: the Model 3.

According to an engineer who works in Tesla and in charge of the AWD drivetrain development, the Model S P85D/85D/60D are byproduct of the Model X.

But for the Model 3, it looks like the initial cost estimate from CEO Elon Musk is too optimistic. Tesla told the media they are planning to sell the model 3 in the price range around $35,000. Below is a rendering of the Model 3 concept.

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However, there are some major issues happened inside Tesla now:

1. The battery pack supplier – Panasonic, raised the price of the battery

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