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.

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

On sale date: Nov...

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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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

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.

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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Today Tesla announced some technical specifications of the AWD version of the Model S, named “P85D”. Below are some quick facts:

– All “D” models’ range increased by 10 miles
– Model S P85D: 211 bhp front motor, 470 bhp rear motor; combined output: 691 bhp and 687 lb-ft of torque; 0-60 time: 3.2 seconds; 1/4 mile time: 11.8 seconds; top speed: 155 mph; curb weight: 4,936 lbs; range: 275 miles (an increase of 10 miles)
– Model S 85D: 188 bhp electric motor added to the front axle; 0-60 time: 5.2 seconds; 1/4 mile time: 13.5 seconds; top speed: 155 mph; curb weight: 4,824 lbs; range: 295 miles
– Model S 60D: 188 bhp electric motor added to the front axle; 0-...