NISSAN LEAF

EV fans there is a new and affordable car coming out; the NISSAN LEAF. The car will only cost $32,780 when it comes out in december of 2010 but when you add in the federal ev tax credit it comes to $25, 280. A great price for a great car. This is car is hoped to be very competitve with the prius n honda civic.

This car has zero emission and can hold up to five passengers. Sports a 23 kilowatt hour lithium manganese battery that is good for a 100 miles and recharges in about 8 hours. Nissan dealers are expecting a loss but hope to grab a big part of the market before cars like the chevy volvo and ford focus ev start to appear.

Japanese hope to make about 50, 000 leafs by 2011, and have already started taking reservations for the leaf.

2010 diesel cars in the USA:

Not many manufactures here in the usa would like to invest in diesel powered cars because of the high cost in diesel but audi has brought two models here in the USA, they are the :

 Audi A3 TDI®

clean diesel is available, a small hatchback that gets 30 mpg hwy, 42 city.

click here for info on it: http://www.audiusa.com/us/brand/en/models/a3_tdi.html

Audi Q7 TDI

Audi Q7 TDI will be Audi’s diesel engined SUV, getting 17 mpg city, 25 mpg hwy.

more info:http://www.audiusa.com/us/brand/en/models/q7_tdi.html

Completely redesigned, the Scion’s iconic xB has grown in size, style, power, and features. Remaining a fully loaded high-value package with either a 5M or 4A trans as its sole factory option, the slightly softer-edged xB now boasts a 158-hp engine, enhanced driving dynamics. The current Scion xB was all-new for 2008. Although it maintains the previous generation’s boxy profile, it is a much different vehicle, with larger dimensions and more thrust. A 2.4-liter inline-4 shared with the Scion tC and Toyota Camry boosts output to 158 horsepower and 162 pound-feet of torque. Fuel efficiency went down, but we think that’s an acceptable trade-off considering its substantial acceleration improvement.  xB was praised by critics for its defiantly unstylish appearance, its beefed up four-cylinder engine, its safety features, and its reasonable (but growing) price tag.

Price Range: $16,230 – $17,275

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The 2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata ranks in the top half of its class because of its tight, balanced handling and zippy acceleration. What’s more, reviewers see its soft top and new power-folding hardtop as the best in their class, though the MX-5 falls short of competitors on interior room. As the highest-ranking Affordable Sports Car by US News, the Miata proves to be a smart choice for anyone in the market for a great performer at a bargain price.

With its balanced handling, quick and precise steering, and crisp-shifting six-speed manual transmission, the 2008 Mazda MX-5 is a true sports car. It virtually tied the Porsche Boxster other site’s test scoring, but at about $27,000, it’s roughly half the price. The manual top can easily be lowered or raised with one hand from the driver’s seat. 

All Mazda Miatas are powered by a 2.0-liter, inline four-cylinder engine good for 166 horsepower – not much less than the previous-generation’s turbocharged Mazdaspeed high-performance model. Depending on trim levels you’ll find this power routed to the rear wheels through a five- or six-speed manual transmission, or an available six-speed automatic for shiftless types — though with the automatic, hp drops to 158.

MSRP: $27,000

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Rolls Royce’s 2008 Phantom Drophead Coupe convertible is a two-door, four-seat convertible, a less formal interpretation of classic Rolls-Royce design. Using the lightweight rigidity of an all-aluminium spaceframe, it combines modern technology to a sleek, streamlined convertible body.

The Phantom Drophead Convertible is a complete innovation of RR’s 100EX concept car, which was shown at 2004’s Geneva show. The key elements of the 100EX stays on this model: the thin LED headlamps, rear-opening “suicide” doors, brushed steel hood and A-pillar, and teak decking aft of the passenger compartment.

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This 4 speed automatic, 5 speed manual truck from Ford is not that different with its former model the 2007 Ford F-150. This newer model, 2008 Ford F-150 includes a number of the latest gear and safety amenities that Ford can offer to their buyers like the factory-installed Cargo Management System and Rearview Camera.

The Ford F-150 provides the industry’s widest selection of body configurations: three cab choices, three box lengths, two box styles and five unique series: the entry-level F-150 XL, fun and athletic F-150 STX, all-purpose F-150 XLT, off-road ready F-150 FX4, and the luxurious F-150 Lariat – to which the King Ranch version adds even more luxury. All cabs feature four doors for easy access.

MSRP: $23,000 – $33,000

Useful Resources:

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Ford F-150 Specs and Details

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A super sized luxury liner???

The 2008 Lexus LX 570 luxury sport utilty vehicle holds up to 8 occupants comfortably with three rows of seating.

 The soft ride is enhanced by the plush seats and luxury accomadations.

A power lift gate to the cargo section facilitates carrying and unloading items too big for a breadbox. Read more »