Photo Gallery: The 2015 Lexus RC-F

Here are a set of photos I have taken in the 2014 Orange County Auto Show, for the 2015 Lexus RC-F.

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The interior of the RC-F is very similar to the latest IS sedan, and some of the panels on the door are made of hard plastic. I am pretty sure for the upcoming GS-F sedan, this issue will be addressed.

Several photos show the under-body and we can see the rear suspension parts are made of aluminum; and we can also see the limited-slip rear differential.

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What Is The Tesla Model S P85D

Today a spy shot of a new version of the Tesla Model S surfaced out of the internet.

In the below photo, you can see the Tesla S is wearing one more letter “D” after its trim name badge “P85”.

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Guess what does this “P85D” version mean? My bet is the AWD Model S.

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What Is The Tesla Model S P85D

Today a spy shot of a new version of the Tesla Model S surfaced out of the internet.

In the below photo, you can see the Tesla S is wearing one more letter “D” after its trim name badge “P85″.

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Guess what does this “P85D” version mean? My bet is the AWD Model S.

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Test Drive Review: 2014 Acura RLX – Part 3 (Electronic Features, Controls)

Review Index

2014 Acura RLX – Part 1 (Exterior)
2014 Acura RLX – Part 2 (Interior)
2014 Acura RLX – Part 3 (Electronic Features, Controls)
2014 Acura RLX – Part 4 (Powertrain)
2014 Acura RLX – Part 5 (Chassis)

Even though the RLX has two LCDs to accept control command and display information, there are still a dozen of physical buttons and knobs on the center console.

It gave me some sense of complication during the first few minutes when I was sitting on the driver’s seat, but after playing with the system for a while, I found it to be easy to use – at least it is not hard to learn to use the major features that it provides.

The AC control part is easy and intu...

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2016 Mazda MX-5 Miata Comes with 2.0L SkyActiv for US Market

Today we heard news from Mazda that despite other markets in the rest of the world will get the 1.5L engine, the US-bound new MX-5 will come with the naturally aspirated 2.0L 4-cylinder engine, complete with the auto maker’s latest SkyActiv technology.

This is what we know by far. No output numbers or any technical details at this moment.

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