Auto Shows (Page 47)

While we got the first details on the 2013 Porsche Boxster and Boxster S in January, the new topless made its formal debut at the 2012 Geneva Motor Show with a new chassis, more power, better fuel economy and better overall performance.

Fresh off strong sales in 2011 of its overall product line, Maserati has debuted the new GranTurismo Sport at the Geneva International Motor Show 2012.

Nissan has just shown off its latest concept vehicle, the Nissan Hi-Cross which is set to be unveiled at the Geneva Motor Show.

The Mercedes-Benz 300SL that the late, great Natalie Woods once painted bright pink, as if a 300SL with her in it wouldn't get enough attention in Hollywood, will compete at the 2012 Amelia Island Concours D’Elegance, meticulously restored to its pristine original condition.

The Chevrolet Volt is has received attention from award groups around the world since being introduced late in 2011 with the latest major award coming today as it was announced on the eve of the Geneva Motor Show that the Chevrolet Volt and the Opel Ampera were jointly named the European Car(s) of the Year for 2012.

Tonight, on the eve of the 2012 Geneva Motor Show, the newest (and possibly the best performing) roofless supercar was introduced to the automotive universe in the form of the new Lamborghini Aventador J – an open air, lightweight version of the current production Aventador with only a single copy of this new Raging Bull to be built and sold.

Terrafugia's flying car can be parked in your garage, driven to the airport, spread its 20-ft. wingspan, and with proper clearance, climb into the wild blue yonder.

Porsche will be unveiling the new Porsche Boxter and Boxster S at the upcoming Geneva Motor Show (March 6th-18).

Among the major debuts at the New York International Auto Show in April will be the 2013 Nissan Altima and while the Japanese automaker has kept their cards close to their chest with the new midsized sedan, they have offered up a short video teasing the new Altima ahead of the New York debut.

When the 2012 Geneva Motor Show opens next week, the world will be introduced to two new hypercars from German sports car building Gumpert – as the new Gumpert Apollo R and the Gumpert Apollo Enraged are unveiled to the world.

Among the key vehicles from General Motors at April’s 2012 New York Auto Show will be the 2013 Buick Enclave – likely bringing about the first major refresh for the popular sport utility vehicle since it was introduced for the 2008 model year and today GM offered the first teaser image of the new SUV.

When the 82nd Geneva Motor Show opens next week in Switzerland, booming Korean automaker Hyundai will unveil their new i-oniq concept – an electric drive vehicle equipped with a range extending generator system.

Jaguar has decided to release images of its newest vehicle offering, the Jaguar XF Sportbrake, ahead of the public debut at the Geneva Motor Show. Showing the world that Jaguar means serious business in the wagon market.

The 6th annual Boca Raton Concours d' Elegance took place February 24-26, 2012 and showcased some of the most exclusive and beautiful of vehicles, along with auctions for the same. See on-site footage of some of the hottest cars on display during this year's show.

Last article had merely the gallery of the Pirelli Great 8 for 2012. Now we have the videos processed for your review, as well as visual points on what makes a Ridler Award contender in three key areas: creativity, engineering and workmanship.

The Fisker Surf Shooting Brake Concept is a 5-door sport wagon based on the basic design (and powered by the drivetrain) of the incredible Fisker Karma sedan and according to GTSpirit.com, the extended range electric Surf Shooting Brake will make its debut in production form at the upcoming Paris Motor Show in September.

Feb. 26, 2012, a date that may only live in infamy until next year, has the Daytona 500 succumbing to rain; the Oscar hopefuls in high anxiety on the West coast; but the winner of the 2012 Detroit Autorama’s Ridler Award is for sure the red 1955 Ford T-Bird.

The 111th Denver Auto Show, the second oldest in the U.S., still doesn’t get all the sexy debuts, reveals and concept cars of the better known national and international shows, but continues to add special events and new features while drawing ever-increasing crowds from seven states.

Among the many chopped, channeled, and decked hot rods at the 60th annual Meguiar’s Detroit Autorama, one vehicle award stands out as much as the Pirelli Great 8 and Ridler Award. It is the Preservation Award won by the 1928-1929 era Ford Roadster of Scott Pieknik.

Land Rover will unveil a Range Rover Evoque Convertible Concept at the 2012 Geneva Motor Show.

The original equipment manufacturers like GM Performance, Ford Racing and Mopar have taken an active roll in the 60th anniversary of the Detroit Autorama.

It all started with set-up night and a review by the judges to select the Pirelli Great 8 out of a field of 63 contenders. Now comes the crowds where the public gets the opportunity to view one of the largest indoor hot rod shows in America, but the Ridler Award will have to wait until Sunday night.

This 60th anniversary of the Detroit Autorama held the largest-ever field of contenders for the Ridler Award. Judges narrowed that field from 63 contenders to the Pirelli Great 8 finalists.

Cobo Center in Detroit was a busy hive during Thursday’s setup night with over 60 cars vying for the Ridler Award alone. Not all hot rods and custom cars qualify, though, but one stood out in the basement for its sheer design and extreme customization - the 1928 Packard Speedster owned by Bob Schuman.

This morning, BMW dished the details on the new M135i Concept – a high performance 3-door variant of the new BMW 1 Series hatchback that will debut next month at the 2012 Geneva Motor Show.

When the 2012 Geneva Motor Show opens early next month, the Chrysler Group’s Jeep brand will roll out a pair of “production intent” models that emphasize the sport in sport utility vehicle as well as a special edition of the tried and true Jeep Wrangler.

The famous Italian supercar builder has just announced a new trimline to their record-setting Veyron lineup, with the new 1200 horsepower Veyron Grand Sport Vitesse set to meet the world at the 82nd Geneva Motor Show next month.

The Chrysler Group has dropped the newest teaser image of the upcoming 2013 SRT Viper but unfortunately – this image shows far less than the first shot we got a few weeks ago.

The Kia cee’d, which has enjoyed success around the world but has not been branded for the North American market, will make its second generation debut at the 2012 Geneva Motor Show with strong influences from the Kia Forte that was introduced this past fall in the U.S.

Ferrari has just announced that when the Geneva Motor Show opens in March, the Italian supercar builder will unveil a mid-cycle refresh for the popular Ferrari California that adds power and cuts weight from the high performance hard-topped convertible although the only visual changes will come in the way of new paint types and colors.