Make sure to take a peek at the video above to see the cobwebs being shaken off some historic rally stars. Shot at this year’s Vintage Acroplois Rally in Greece, the video features everything from old Porsches to Group B rally monsters.
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Gerardo Orlando reviews the 2011 Hyundai Elantra Limited!
The 2011 Elantra Limited offers yet another impressive offering from Hyundai. This compact sedan will fool you into thinking you’re driving something larger and more expensive, even though you’re in a very affordable vehicle that gets best-in-class 29 MPG in the city and 40 MPG on the highway. With the Limited version you’re also getting leather seats with front- and rear-seat heaters, a sunroof and 17-inch alloy wheels.
Exterior
We’re seeing bold styling coming out of Hyundai, and the Elantra is no exception. Hyundai calls its design language Fluidic Sculpture which aptly describes the overall impression one gets when looking at the exterior of their vehicles. With the Elantra Hyundai has created a truly distinctive look for this segment that gives the impression of a vehicle from a larger segment. Also, the Elantra looks great from every angle. The front end offers an edgy and muscular feel, but it doesn’t seem forced, and the back end matches that look and feel. My test vehicle came in Desert Bronze which added to the elegance of the car. The feedback I received from other was universally positive.
The Street compiles the 10 Best Convertible Car Deals for Summer 2011.
NEW YORK (TheStreet) — Buying a convertible during the summer is a quick way to drop both tops and account balances, but there are a few models that won’t put the heat on car lovers by wilting their buying power.
Convertibles haven’t had the smoothest ride during the recent economic downturn. In 2008, automotive marketing company R.L. Polk noted that convertible registrations were down nearly 9% from the boom years of the mid-2000s and made up only 1.9% of the total marketplace. Since then, six of R.L. Polk’s top 10 convertibles — the Toyota(TM_) Camry Solara, Pontiac Solstice and G6, Chrysler PT Cruiser and Sebring and Saturn Sky — have disappeared like a ragtop on a 90-degree day.
During that time, they also became the playthings of the privileged classes. Only the base Mazda Miata ($23,111), Mini Cooper convertible ($25,550) and Smart Fortwo Passion Cabriolet ($17,690) have starting prices below $26,000.
Quick, what’s the newest car show with male hosts and car related stunts? If you answered Top Gear USA, you are wrong. The real answer is the imaginatively titled The Car Show on the Speed Channel every Wednesday at 10/9c. The formula is familiar: male hosts, studio audience, car themed stage, and car stunts. But was it any good? I found out firsthand last night after tuning in for the debut.
The series premier consisted of a cheap car race challenge, a game show segment with an audience member, an obligatory NASCAR interview with Jimmie Johnson, a current news segment, a Porsche GT3 RS speed run, and a Rolls-Royce Ghost test at Pebble Beach. The segments were fairly decent with merely “ok” cinematography and presentation. Playful banter and jokes between hosts were above average, and cars were criticized pretty hard if they warranted it. However, because there were so many segments, each one felt rushed and incomplete in order to squeeze in the others. The Rolls Royce test and the cheap car race challenge in particular had you wishing that they dedicated more time for them instead of a dull interview with Mr. Beige himself, Jimmie Johnson.
Adam Carolla definitely carried this first episode. His sarcastic remarks and deprecating remarks towards the hosts, himself, and the show lifted the entertainment value well ahead of Top Gear USA. However, Matt Farah (of fastlanedaily.com) and Dan Neil (Wall Street Journal Car Critic) both had their moments as well. And that brings me to the biggest problem of The Car Show: John Salley.
A former NBA star, fourth host Salley seemed like he was on his way to another show and wandered into a The Car Show taping. The man has no knowledge of cars whatsoever or endearing personality traits. First, on discussion of the new Porsche Supercar, he made the comment that it was “just a Porsche.” Weird, but maybe he is so rich he buys a Porsche every day for his dogs to eat out of. However, that hypothesis was quashed with this comment during a Toyota conversation:
“Toyota makes a good car. I drive a Corolla.”
So not only does he knock Porsche, but he holds up a Toyota Corolla as a great car; on a car enthusiast’s program. Knocking Porsche is fine, but purchasing a Toyota Corolla is THE cardinal sin in the religion of cardom. John Salley’s opinions are now null and void if he drives the most boring and beige car imaginable.
Other than Mr. Salley’s complete lack of car knowledge and screen presence, The Car Show shows a lot of promise. As the season progresses, the hosts’ chemistry will improve and Adam Carolla will get even funnier as well. If they find a way to focus more on less segments, this show could be better than Top Gear USA. We will see what Top Gear USA has to offer soon since they debut on Sunday at 10/9c on History. But seriously, above all else, get rid of John Salley. Three’s a party, but adding a fourth member who drives a Toyota Corolla is an incredibly boring crowd.
To see what time The Car Show televises in your area, check your local listings, or The Car Show’s website.
Our staff member reviews the 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution inside and out!
There are factory tuned cars and there are truly tuned factory cars and the latter is where the 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution SE stands. As long as you know what you’re getting into with the Lancer Evo, the fun starts when you get behind the wheel.
Exterior
Many eyes have checked out the 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution SE on their TV screen but in person is where everything really comes together. Our graphite gray test model came with an impressive exterior boasting fog lights, flared fenders, an aluminum roof panel, flashy aluminum front fenders with vents and an aluminum hood with heat extractor vents. These features combined make for a standout look on the Lancer Evo. The 18-inch alloy wheels with 245/40 R18 Yokohama advance tires and rear lip spoiler sent a clear message that the Evo is not just about looks but built for performance. The larger side air dams, tail lamps with black extensions and a 200 mm antenna were all updated for this model. The boxed fenders stand out on the road and reinforce the street wise Special Edition Lancer Evo. The dual chromed exhaust is for performance rather than aesthetics. Mitsubishi knows how to finish what they started with a tuned street ride.
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