Hot Flash! 2012 VW Beetle Revealed

Now known as just "Beetle," VW has released images and specs of the tasteful, contemporary and sporty replacement for the long-in-the-tooth New Beetle.  To be built alongside the Jetta in VeeDub's Puebla, Mexico, assembly plant, the Beetle also shares the Golf/Jetta's underpinnings, including the 200hp turbo 2.0-liter 4 from the GTI/GLI.
It reminds me of the first-gen Audi TT, which I really love!


Alright... Who left their Dale Jr. jacket in the shot?
Is this a hint as to VW's intentions of entering NASCAR?

Is This The Future of Motorsports?

I hope not!  As a race fan, I'm offended by Nissan posturing this Leaf NISMO RC concept as a zero emission race car.  0-60 in 6.85 seconds and a 93 mph top speed?  20 minute run time in race conditions and a 30 minute quick charge?  That makes for a longer pit stop than the actual race!  This race car can't even out perform a stock Tesla Roadster!
*SIGH* See it on display at the NYC auto show.

P.S. to Nissan:  When I see RC, I think REMOTE CONTROL.  Except scale R/C cars can actually out perform this thing.



Hot Flash! '12 Malibu Revealed Ahead of NYC Show

You have to admit, Government Motors is on a roll, especially the Chevrolet division.  The Malibu is the first model to receive GM's MyLink Infotainment System.  I'd love to see this feature migrate to the Camaro!

Hot Flash! Lexus LF-Gh Concept Debuts Ahead Of NYC

Soon to be seen on the floor of the Jacob Javits Center, this concept previews the new design language that will appear on the next gen Lexus GS.

It looks like Lexus plans to go the oversized grille route with Audi-inspired proportions in an hourglass shape.

New York & Shanghai Shows on the Horizon

Check back soon as coverage begins for these exciting shows.  The Auto Exhibitionists will be highlighting coverage from a wide range of media outlets and offering our thoughts and opinions.

Highlights to include the next gen Chevy Malibu, the VW Beetle and some killer new SRT models from Mopar.