Volkswagen CC 2009 is sports sedan with 4-door,4-passenger.Volkwagen CC available in a 4-trim,Sport,Luxury,VR6 Sport and VR6 4Motion.
Overview Of Sport
The Sport is equipped with a standard 2.0-liter, I4, 200-horsepower, turbo engine that achieves 21-mpg in the city and 31-mpg on the highway. A 6-speed manual transmission with overdrive is standard, and a 6-speed automatic transmission with overdrive is optional.
Price Of Sport Man
• MSRP: $27,100 • Invoice: $25,252
Price Of Auto Sport
• MSRP: $28,200 • Invoice: $26,351
Overview Of CC Luxury The CC Luxury is equipped with a standard 2.0-liter, I4, 200-horsepower, turbo engine that achieves 21-mpg in the city and 31-mpg on the highway. A 6-speed manual transmission with overdrive is standard, and a 6-speed automatic transmission with overdrive is optional.
Turbo compressor 1,984 cc 2.0 liters in-line 4 front engines with 82.5 mm bore, 92.8 mm stroke, 9.6 compression ratio, double overhead cam, variable valve timing/camshaft and four valves per cylinder.
Premium unleaded fuel 91
Gasoline direct injection fuel system
18.5 gallon main premium unleaded fuel tank 15.4
Power: 149 kW , 200 HP SAE @ 5,100 rpm; 207 ft lb , 280 Nm @ 1,700 rpm
Price Of CC Luxury
• MSRP: $32,350 • Invoice: $30,197
Overview Of VR6 Sport
The VR6 Sport is 280-hp 3.6-liter V6 paired solely with the 6-speed automatic. The automatic transmission can be manually operated using the floor shifter in 4-cylinder models or via steering-wheel paddles in V6 versions. Four-cylinder models are front-wheel drive only.
Price Of VR6 Sport
• MSRP: $38,700 • Invoice: $36,074
Overview Of VR6 4Motion
The VR6 4Motion versions is a 280-hp 3.6-liter V6 paired solely with the 6-speed automatic. The automatic transmission can be manually operated using the floor shifter in 4-cylinder models or via steering-wheel paddles in V6 versions. Four-cylinder models are front-wheel drive only; VR6 4Motion models have all-wheel drive. Available safety features include ABS, traction control, antiskid system, curtain side airbags, front side airbags, and rear side airbags. Other available features include leather upholstery, a navigation system, a power pop-up-only sunroof, front and rear obstacle detection, and a navigation system with rearview camera.
Exclusive presentation of the 458 Italia in Maranello. World Première of the new Ferrari 8-cylinder Berlinetta with Chairman Luca di Montezemolo. Exclusive images from the event's gala dinner.
The Ferrari 458 Italia is a mid-engined sports car to be produced by the Italian sports car manufacturer Ferrari, as the replacement for the Ferrari F430.
Ferrari has not announced a price or even the start-date for production, but the 458 Italia was officially unveiled at the 2009 Frankfurt Motor Show on15 September 2009. However, there have been sightings of the car in Switzerland and the Netherlands.
It replaces the outgoing F430… and, judging by the numbers, it's going to be simply astonishing.
First, the engine: a new 4.5-litre direct injection V8 putting out – ready for this? – 420kW. That’s 58kW more than the current F430, and 38kW more than the Scuderia.
325km/h fast, in fact. And a 0-100km/h time of ‘less than 3.4 seconds’. That is unbelievably quick: the F430 hits 100km/h in four seconds flat, and even the Scud can only manage a three-point-six. In fact, it’s even faster than an Enzo.
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Jorrik records the very first Ferrari 458 Italia in the Netherlands!! It just arrived yesterday morning!
We drove on a highway in the Netherlands when a Ferrari 348 past us, so we decided to follow it and we came out at Kroymans (Ferrari/Aston Martin/Maserati) in Hilversum. In the garage we saw this great Ferrari 458 Italia, we waited half an hour and than it came out for a little testride! Please watch the whole vid, at the end can you see how incredible fast this new Ferrari is!
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Chris Harris puts Ferrari's 458 through a track workout
Nick Rufford test-drives the Ferrari 458 Italia at the track at Fiorano, Italy, for The Sunday Times
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Top Gear Season 14 or 15 Ferrari 458 Italia Driven in Pictures HD
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Wow. If you've ever been lucky enough to drive a 430 Scuderia and thought you'd reached motoring nirvana, then I'm afraid the world has just moved on. The Ferrari 458 Italia makes that car very old school...
The latest all-new Ferrari is the most useable yet - a racer for the road but with more than a nod in the direction of GT talents as well. To that end, there's a dual-clutch gearbox as standard, complete with full auto mode, as well as adaptive damping, a 4.5-litre V8 which revs to 9,000rpm and produces 570bhp and 398lb ft, a steering rack with two turns lock to lock, plus the usual electronic trick diff.
Suffice to say, it's neither slow nor boring. The noise is epic (we found a long tunnel and it sounded like we were sat slap bang in the middle of an F1 car because the exhaust baffles open at 2,500rpm) and the way the pace builds through all the gear changes is far too addictive to be legal. These are seriously quick up and down shifts, although not quite as mechanical and brutal as the F1 gearbox on the Scuderia.
But the single best thing about this 458 is that it's not intimidating. Switch the adaptive damping to the Bumpy Road' setting and there isn't a supercar out there which rides as well. And because everything is so intuitive - from the steering to the gearbox, even the satnav controls - you feel immediately at home in it. Nothing shocks, nothing surprises.
The whole thing feels modern. If we're going to be honest, the Scuderia wore its technology rather reluctantly. But the 458 has been designed with it from the outset, so even the satnav now feels like a proper satnav system, not some botched after-market thought.
Perhaps the greatest compliment we can pay the 458 is that it no longer feels like it needs a Challenge Stradale or Scuderia version. The 458 does it all. And does it bloody well.
Ferrari the suuuuper sexy car...pick up you's now.
I learned this in Vegas. I turn $3,000 dollars into $25,000 in cash.
why Is $25,000 Being
Magic For Cars?
There is no similarity the video you watch above,but one thing,if you can turn $3000 dollars into $25,000 in cash what do you do with this?
Do you buy a car ?
How much car can you get for $25,000? More than you might think.
From two-seat convertibles to sport-utility vehicles, family sedans and minivans, a wide range of new vehicles can be purchased for that price or less. Chevrolet's hot-selling 2010 Camaro LT muscle car costs $23,880. It comes with air conditioning, power-operated windows, locks and seats, a CD player and a 304-horsepower engine. It isn't the most powerful version of the car or the most luxurious, but it looks sharp and gets attention.
A Honda Accord EX sedan with a four-cylinder engine and automatic transmission costs $24,630. A well-equipped diesel-powered Volkswagen Jetta station wagon that gets 41 miles per gallon costs $24,615. Toyota's mid-level Prius hybrid goes for $23,800.
People perceive $25,000 as a price they can manage, analysts say -- without having to settle for a low-end car such as a Hyundai Accent Blue ($9,970) or a Chevrolet Aveo ($11,965). Car makers, facing a prolonged sales slump, are trying to keep prices below that perceived sweet spot in order to lure recession-weary consumers.
Subaru sells most of its cars for just under $25,000, spokesman Michael McHale says. The auto maker lowered the price of its top-of-the line 2010 Outback by $1,100, in part to help keep the model's average price down.
Crucially, at $25,000, buyers can keep monthly car payments between $400 and $500 on a four-year loan with an interest rate of 6.56% and a down payment, trade-in or combination equal to 20% of the sticker price, according to Bankrate.com. Lower-cost loans are more important for buyers than in the recent past because lease offers have been cut back substantially and are harder to find.
Often, a $25,000 sticker gets customers into showrooms, where dealers assume buyers will wind up spending closer to $30,000 after adding options, tax, and registration and document fees, car companies and industry analysts say. "If you want to end up paying $25,000, you should start with a car in the low 20s," says Philip Reed, senior consumer advice editor for, a market-research Web site.
The sweet spot itself keeps rising. A decade ago, consumers searched for cars for less than $20,000 -- a price that allowed you to get a mid-range Honda Accord, a low-end Ford Explorer or a Camaro, but not an entry-level BMW.
Of course, there are things a driver must give up with the typical $25,000 car, including leather seats, navigation systems and eight-cylinder engines. A full-size pickup truck is available for well below $25,000, but not the family-friendly four-door model. Seven- or eight-passenger minivan: yes. Rear-seat DVD screens: no.
Here's a look at some notable 2010 vehicles with a sticker price of $25,000 or less without options:
Dodge Ram 1500 Quad Cab 4x2 pickup truck
Price: $24,665
What you get: Aggressive looks and cargo-carrying space, back seat for kids or friends, relatively weak V6 engine. Appeals to men cultivating a rugged, outdoorsy image.
What you give up: More-expensive versions offer four-wheel drive and a more-powerful eight-cylinder engine.
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Honda Accord EX se
Price: $24,630
What you get: Four-cylinder engine, automatic transmission, sunroof, antilock brakes, stability control.
What you give up: More-powerful six-cylinder engine, leather seats, navigation system.
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Chevrolet Camaro LT sports coupe
Price: $23,880
What you get: Eye-catching styling, bright colors such as "synergy green" and "rally yellow," 18-inch wheels, fog lamps, stability control, a 304-horsepower engine, 29 miles per gallon on the highway. Car appeals to boomers who remember the muscle-car era and younger thrill-seekers.
What you give up: A more-powerful V8 engine, 20-inch wheels, leather seats.
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Hyundai Santa Fe GLS AWD cross
Price: $24,695
What you get: All-wheel drive, V6 engine with 185 horsepower, four-speed automatic transmission, stability control. Appeals to SUV fans seeking a more-carlike ride.
What you give up: Bigger 242-horsepower V6 engine, five-speed transmission, sunroof, power leather seats, navigation system.
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Jeep Wrangler Unlimited Sport 4x4 S
Price: $24,585
What you get: Novelty of a four-door SUV with a removable roof, off-road capability, stability control, a fun-to-drive, back-to-basics vehicle. Appeals to fun-seekers and outdoor enthusiasts.
What you give up: Power windows and door locks.
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Mazda MX-5 Miata two-seat convertible
Price: $22,810
What you get: Midlife-crisis car on a budget, five-speed stick shift, antilock brakes.
What you give up: Sportier six-speed transmission, standard power locks, stability control, traction control.
Car Tech_ 2010 Subaru Outback 2.5i Premium review
Subaru Outback 2.5i Premium station wagon
Price: $24,295
What you get: All-wheel-drive, stability control, roomy interior with lots of cargo space. A good family car with a bit of an edge.
What you give up: Leather seats, navigation system, sunroof.
Toyota Sienna CE Minivan at Toyota Vallejo in Vallejo
Toyota Sienna CE minivan
Price: $24,690
What you get: Room for eight passengers (up from the typical seven), stability control, front-wheel drive. Appeals to families and carpoolers.
What you give up: Sunroof, leather upholstery, powered adjustable seats, navigation system, all-wheel drive.
The Cadillac SRX is the as same as CTS and its may also the redesigned of CTS of the company because of CTS’s popularity. The SRX entry in the competitive mid-size luxury SUV market that includes competitors such as the Lexus RX350, BMW X5 and Mercedes ML-Class. First introduced in 2004, the SRX was completely redesigned for the 2010 model year onward.
Introducing of Cadillac SRX
Upon introduction, the Base is equipped with a standard 3.0-liter, V6, 265-horsepower engine that achieves 18-mpg in the city and 25-mpg on the highway. The AWD Turbo Premium Collection is equipped with a standard 2.8-liter, V6, 300-horsepower engine. A 6-speed automatic transmission with overdrive is standard on both trims.
The 2010 SRX is a 4-door, 5-passenger luxury sport-utility, available in 9 trims, ranging from the Base to the AWD Turbo Premium Collection. For family weekend the SRX is the best.
"The 2010 SRX will deliver excellent, balanced driving dynamics in all types of weather," said Bob Reuter, global vehicle chief engineer. "The all-wheel-drive system with electronic limited slip effectively transfers torque not only from front to rear, but also along the rear axle. This system sets a new benchmark for all all-wheel-drive systems, giving the driver control and confidence on any road surface."
Car for the new generation
The CTS sedan has been a great success for Cadillac, garnering much praise from the automotive media. So it's no wonder that the 2010 Cadillac SRX leans heavily on the same cabin tech and bold design features that made the CTS so popular. In many ways, the new SRX looks like the CTS on stilts.
Like CTS Cadillac SRX has the same LCD that partially stows itself in the dash, leaving a strip visible to show audio information. There was the hard-drive-based navigation system with traffic. The car even comes with the record button that saves radio broadcasts, essentially it works like TiVo for radio.
In Cadillac SRX, Cadillac added a round, color information display to the speedometer that shows a variety of information--such as the trip computer, navigation directions, and even the speed limit of the current road. When starting the SRX, an animation of the Cadillac logo rolls into place, adding a little special effects glory for this high-tech cruiser.
The 2010 SRX, fitting the small SUV with a 3-liter V-6 engine, which should be the perfect size for this vehicle.
Cadillac SRX contain 265 horsepower Which will be enough to get to work, make grocery runs, and take the occasional weekend trip.
Power-mad speed demons will be disappointed with the cars meager reaction when they hit the gas pedal.
The SRX engine's 223 pound-feet of torque does not deliver the kind of thrust to put you firmly in your seat.
The company has an optional turbocharged 2.8-liter V-6 engine for the 2010 SRX. While the turbocharged engine doesn't have direct injection, its turbo helps it make 300 horsepower and 295 pound-feet of torque.
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Car Tech, The new SRX offers solid technology, but if only it had more motive power.
Cadillac SRX also has a six-speed-automatic transmission, the same as the one used in the CTS. When racing toward a corner and then hitting the brakes, the transmission will aggressively downshift and hold a low gear as you hit the gas on the way out to the next straightaway. The transmission exhibits similar behavior in the SRX, only the 3-liter engine can't really realize the transmissions potential. It's like putting an F-22 pilot into a 747; he might have incredible reflexes, but they will be largely wasted.
The SRX gets an EPA-rated fuel economy of 17 mpg city and 23 mpg highway, fairly typical numbers for a small SUV. In our driving, we only achieved 19.4 mpg.
Advanced technology and entertainment systems
The 2010 SRX features numerous advanced electronic systems. Highlights include a "pop-up" navigation screen with three-dimensional imaging; adaptive forward lighting that swivels the headlamps in synch with vehicle steering; power liftgate with adjustable height setting; integrated hard disc drive for audio storage and a dual-screen system for rear entertainment.
Bluetooth compatibility is standard, as is On Star’s turn-by-turn navigation service for buyers who do not select the car's navigation system option.
The 2010 Cadillac CTS Sedan is a contemporary icon set to carry the next generation of Cadillac Performance into the future. A graduate of Germany’s notorious Nurburgring racetrack, the CTS sedan leaves no doubt as to its performance intent. With angular body lines reminiscent of a bird of prey. Muscular fender flares made possible by a 62-inch wide track. And an available 304 hp 3.6L Direct Injection V6.With options like All- wheel drive(AWD) to enhance performance in various conditions. An available Bose 5.1 Cabin surrounds sound system with a 40GB hard drive for ripping and storing thousands of songs.
The 2010 CTS is a 4-door, 5-passenger luxury sedan, available in 11 trims, ranging from the 3.0L Base to the 3.6 L Premiums AWD.
Upon introduction, the 3.0L Base is equipped with a standard 3.0-liter, V6, 270-horsepower engine. A 6-speed manual transmission with overdrive is standard, and a 6-speed automatic transmission with overdrive is optional. The 3.6L Premium AWD is equipped with a standard 3.6-liter, V6, 304-horsepower engine that achieves 18-mpg in the city and 26-mpg on the highway. A 6-speed automatic transmission with overdrive is standard.
Vehicle’s Biography
The 2010 Cadillac CTS lineup gains a wagon body style and a new base engine. CTS sedan and Sport Wagon come as the 3.0 model, with a new 270-hp 3.0-liter V6 engine. This replaces a 263-hp 3.6-liter V6. Both body styles also come as the 3.6, with a 304-hp 3.6-liter V6. A 6-speed manual transmission is standard on 3.0 sedans and is offered as a credit option on 3.6 sedans. A 6-speed automatic transmission is standard on all wagons and 3.6 sedans; it's optional on the 3.0 sedan. Rear-wheel drive or all-wheel drive is available. The high-performance CTS-V is a rear-drive sedan powered by a supercharged version of the Chevrolet Corvette's 6.2-liter V8 engine. It produces 556 hp and is mated to either a 6-speed manual or 6-speed automatic transmission. The CTS-V comes standard with GM's Magnetic Ride Control suspension, which automatically adjusts firmness within two driver-selectable modes. GM also is offering its "Performance Traction Management" system on the CTS-V. This system is similar to GM's Stabilitrak antiskid system, but it is set to aid performance in spirited driving. The V also gets an upgraded interior that includes available Recaro-brand seats with 14-way adjustment and a suede-like micro fiber wrap for the shift lever and steering wheel. Available safety features include ABS, traction control, antiskid system, curtain side airbags, and front side airbags. Available features include steering-linked headlamps and keyless entry and ignition. A navigation system is standard on the CTS-V, optional otherwise.
Exterior view of CTS - 8.6
The 2010 Cadillac CTS is a sharp, angular car in a class full of rounded, sleek sedans. The contrast works in the Caddy's favor. The Kansas City Star says, "There's a hint of forward movement throughout the design even while the car is standing still." The styling has won almost universal praise from the automotive press.
Interior view of CTS - 8.4
Cadillac once represented luxury to American buyers, but the make's reputation fell with quality problems in the 1990s. The CTS has grabbed the mantle back for GM's luxury division. Auto Week says the interior "feels completely fresh yet entirely like a Cadillac, and it looks as elegant as anything on the road." Reviewers are particularly fond of the navigation system, which hides away when not in use, and the interior LED lighting.
Performance of CTS - 8.8
The 2010 CTS outperforms many imports that Cadillac wouldn't dream of challenging just a few years ago. It gets a lot of power from its V6 engines, and Motor Trend says, "It's not just the best-handling Caddy in history, but probably the best-handling American sedan ever." Equally important, it can cruise comfortably when its driver doesn't want a performance car. Two engine choices let buyers decide how much performance they're willing to pay for.
The 2010 Escape Hybrid is a 4-door, 5-passenger sport-utility, available in 4 trims, ranging from the FWD to the Limited 4WD.
At Friendly Ford, we know you are not just looking out for you. You need a vehicle for your entire family. You will love this INGOT SILVER 2010 Ford Escape Hybrid XLT, equipped with a 4 Cyl. engine. Enjoy an exceptional 34 miles to the gallon on this family SUV with features like MP3 Player, Keyless Entry System, RSC Roll Stability Control, Side Air Bag System, Anti-Theft Devices, Satellite Radio, Auxiliary Audio Input, and much more. En...
Upon introduction, the FWD is equipped with a standard 2.5-liter, I4 , 153-horsepower, hybrid engine that achieves 34-mpg in the city and 31-mpg on the highway. The Limited 4WD is equipped with a standard 2.5-liter, I4 , 153-horsepower, hybrid engine that achieves 29-mpg in the city and 27-mpg on the highway. A variable speed automatic transmission with overdrive is standard on both trims.
The 2010 Escape Hybrid is a carryover from 2009.
The low-impact SUV with ultimate high-performance,
Escape Hybrid was the first vehicle to combine SUV capability with the outstanding fuel economy and low environmental impact of a full hybrid. Love the city life? Escape Hybrid uses no fuel when you’re stopped in traffic or up to 44 mph in full electric mode. It delivers an impressive 34 mpg in stop-and-go traffic* when the engine kicks in, while still delivering lively acceleration. And it features comfortable seating for five, a versatile cargo area, and a number of standard and optional amenities. What’s not to love?
Compromise With Hybrid ?No.....
Escape Hybrid was the first vehicle to combine SUV capability with the outstanding fuel economy* and low environmental impact of a full hybrid. It features comfortable seating for up to five, a versatile cargo area and a number of standard and optional amenities. And you can add capabilities such an available Intelligent 4WD System that provides enhanced traction whether the road is covered with gravel or ice or soaked by rain. *EPA estimated 34 city/31 hwy mpg, FWD.
34 city/31 hwy mpg, FWD.
Here's another reason to love city life. When running in pure electric mode, Escape Hybrid uses no fuel when the vehicle is stopped in traffic or in drive at low speeds up to 44 mph. And when the 2.5L Atkinson-cycle I-4 engine kicks in, it delivers an outstanding 34 mpg fuel economy in stop-and-go driving situations.* *EPA estimated 34 city/31 hwy mpg, FWD.
Reduced Emissions with pulse
Not only does Escape Hybrid thrive in city driving, it's easy on the environment too, meeting strict Super Ultra Low Emission Vehicle (SULEV II) and Advanced Technology Partial Zero Emissions Vehicle (AT-PZEV) standards.
Magical Regenerative Braking
When you apply the brakes in a conventional vehicle, the energy produced during the braking process is lost as heat. During braking in Escape Hybrid, the vehicle’s electric motor captures the energy and sends it back to the battery pack to be stored for later use. Thus, whenever you apply the brakes, you’re also recharging the vehicle’s battery pack. How’s that for smart?
Battery By Nickel-Metal-Hydride (NiMH)
The innovative Escape Hybrid nickel-metal-hydride (NiMH) battery is completely sealed and securely encased, and stored neatly under the flat rear cargo area load floor. What's more, the Regenerative Braking System recharges the NiMH battery each time you apply the brakes. A unique Hybrid component, it's covered under the 8-year/100,000-mile limited warranty in non-California emissions states and under the 10-year/150,000-mile limit Hybrid battery warranty in certain other green-conscious states. See your dealer for details.
Seats Are Eco-Friendly
The standard innovative Earth-friendly cloth seat fabric in Escape Hybrid is made from 100 percent post-industrial materials — polyester fibers that would have ended up in landfills otherwise. Furthermore, the cushions use a bio-based polyurethane foam derived from the oils of various plant seeds such as soybeans. More than simply "green," the durable, comfortable and stylish nature of the material also makes it a perfect fit for Escape Hybrid.
At Friendly Ford, we know you are not just looking out for you. You need a vehicle for your entire family. You will love this INGOT SILVER 2010 Ford Escape Hybrid XLT, equipped with a 4 Cyl. engine. Enjoy an exceptional 34 miles to the gallon on this family SUV with features like MP3 Player, Keyless Entry System, RSC Roll Stability Control, Side Air Bag System, Anti-Theft Devices, Satellite Radio, Auxiliary Audio Input, and much more. En...
With all you need in a car you will get in Ford Escape Hybrid
Mercedes-Benz SL-600 covered by Swarovski's 300,000 Crystal Pieces.
2 years ago the Mercedes SL class was showed up with diamond at an auto show. This baby was just too cool. Not sure if it was a fake or a real diamond. Even if it was a fake diamond, to cover a car in diamonds would cost millions. There was a rumor around that Paris Hilton would like to buy this baby.
And now, Mercedes bent blows up the whole autoshow with Swarovski crystals covered. An exhibitor polishes the customized Mercedes-Benz SL600, Luxury Crystal Benz, studded with 300,000 Swarovski crystal glass, displayed at the pavilion of custom car accessory company Garson/D.A.D at Tokyo Auto Salon 2009 at Makuhari Messe in Chiba, east of Tokyo, Jan.9, 2009.
Mercedes-Benz SL600, Luxury Crystal Benz, studded with 300,000 Swarovski crystal glass Tokyo auto salon 2009.
Several years ago D.A.D took center stage at the Tokyo Auto Salon in Japan and the SEMA in Show North America by showing off their crystal-encrusted Mercedes-Benz SL.
For TAS 2010, D.A.D added another SL to their collection sporting a gold theme rather than the bright white crystal theme we’ve come to love feel nauseous about over the years Impressively enough, D.A.D also had a DVD playing, which showed the gaudy Mercedes prowling various streets around the world.
Visitors look at a Mercedes-Benz SL-600, Japanese automotive accessories company D.A.D staff Ryota Mizoguchi checks a Mercedes-Benz SL-600 covered by Swarovski's 300,000 gold shadow crystal pieces, designed by Japanese automotive accessories company D.A.D, during the Tokyo Auto Salon 2010 Customized Car Exhibition at Makuhari Messe in Chiba, east of Tokyo in Japan january 15, 2010.[CFP]
May be you think about parking of this car,because there is no safe parking place or privet security, even angel wants to break the swarovski crystals.
According to new Consumer Reports survey,Toyota is tops.
See how Toyota is investing today for a greener tomorrow -- a company that sees beyond cars in everything we do.
Despite experiencing one of the most turbulent years ever in the automotive market, Chevrolet, Ford, and Subaru have benefited from a dramatic increase in overall brand perception among car owners. According to Consumer Reports 2010 Car Brand Perception Survey, all three saw at least a 30-point increase in their overall perception scores over last year's scores. The scores reflect how consumers perceive each brand in seven categories: Safety, quality, value, performance, design/style, technology/innovation, and environmentally friendly/green. The scores reflect consumers' total perception level of a brand across those categories, and not the actual qualities of the brand's individual vehicles.
Toyota its Number one spot. But overall score improvements helped Ford slip past Honda second place and allowed Chevrolet to rise to fourth place, from ninth. Subaru's-point increase, which was the largest of any brand and almost double its 2009 score, boosted the brand to ninth place, from last year's 18th position.
Ford is in the First position and achieve the Car Of The Year 2010.
Honda has achieved the Second position amongst all the Brand.
Chevrolet has achieved the fourth position from Ninth.
Subaru's point increase, which was the largest of any brand and almost double its 2009 score, boosted the brand to ninth place, from last year's 18th position.
At the other end of the spectrum, the two lowest-scoring brands were Hummer and Saab—divisions that General Motors has struggled to sell.
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Luxury brands saw the greatest decreases in overall scores.
Lexus scores with -15 points
Global markets of Lexus
As part of its global growth strategy, Lexus launched in Japan and China in 2005, Malaysia in 2006, Indonesia in 2007 Chile in 2008, and the Philippines in 2009.Plans called for an expansion from a total of 68 countries in 2006 to 76 worldwide by 2010.The largest 2007 sales markets, in order of size, were the U.S., Japan, the UK, China, Canada, and Russia.In 2008, sales growth was limited by a weakened luxury car market in major world regions, including North America, Asia and Europe.
This Porsche's sports car is an open two-seater that comes with an easy to use roof made of lightweight carbon.
Porsche scores with 13 points
Originally Carrera GT was built for the street, however it is obvious that it is a racing car. It produced such monstrous amounts of horse power from its V10 engine that labeling it a simple street car is totally inappropriate. It easily qualifies to be named a super car. Carrera GT extends the possibilities of road driving and racing to the whole new level. It features an engine that easily tops the charts of the most powerful and fastest road cars. With its imposing rear wing, this super sports car is easily spottable from any angle as a powerful and fast presence on the road. Carrera engine has an incredibly low (even for a supercar) gravity center, a sixty-eight degree V angle and 4 valves for each head of cylinder. It's engine weights astonishingly only 214 kg. 911 model has been Porsche's top selling car for over three decades, however when the new Carrera GT with its specific style and substance came out, it quickly took the crown of top selling Porsche sports car. As of May 2006, 1,270 Carrera GT's had been sold.
Cadillac scores with 15 pointh
Cadillac is a luxury vehicle marque owned by General Motors Company. Cadillac vehicles are sold in over 50 countries and territories, but mainly in North America.
Founded in 1902 as the Cadillac Automobile Company, it was purchased in 1909 by General Motors and over the next thirty years established itself as America's premier luxury car.Cadillac pioneered many accessories in automobiles, including full electrical systems, the clashless manual transmission, and the steel roof.The brand developed three engines, one of which (theV8) set the American automotive industry standard for the.
Infinity scores with 21 points
History of infinity
Ancient cultures had various ideas about the nature of infinity.The ancient Indians and Greeks, unable to codify infinity in terms of a formalized mathematical system approached infinity as a philosophical concept.
Lincoln scores with 25 points
Clearly, several brands emerged from the 2009 auto crisis stronger than others, and the way consumers perceive the brands is in constant change.
Best and worst in brand perception
The chart below shows the overall scores for the top and bottom 10 brands, according to Consumer Reports' 2010 Car Brand Perception Survey. Overall scores are an aggregate, reflecting a brand's total perception level across seven areas. They are rounded to the nearest whole number. The top five brands in each area
are listed on the Brand perception by category pages.
Best
worst
Brand
Score
Brand
Score
Toyota
196
Hummer
11
Ford
141
Saab
13
Honda
135
Mercury
13
Chevrolet
124
Mazda
13
Volvo
92
Suzuki
19
Mercedes-Benz
92
Infiniti
19
BMW
90
Jeep
22
Cadillac
87
Lincoln
26
Subaru
81
Kia
27
Lexus
80
Mitsubishi
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As we analyzed the results from this year's survey, we have found that marketing and news coverage can be important influences, shaping brand perception over time. Conversely, the brands that can clearly deliver on core purchase factors will make lasting impressions.
In contrast to brands that have a strong image in only one area, such as Volvo with safety, the brands that see the greatest success are those that excel in multiple areas, such as Toyota, Ford, Honda, and Chevrolet.For consumers, it's important to remember that brand perception often reflects distortions of reality, as is discussed in the following sections. It pays to look beyond your impressions and do your homework, especially in the areas that are most important to you.
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How the scores were calculated
The Consumer Reports National Research Center conducted a random, nationwide telephone survey Dec. 3-7, 2009, contacting 2,017 adults. The Center collected the survey data from 1,752 adults in households that had at least one car.
Overall brand perception is an index calculated as the total number of times that a particular make was mentioned as exemplar across all seven categories, divided by the total unaided mentions. (Interview subjects were asked what brands exemplified the traits instead of read a list of brands.) That approach compensates for awareness level, ensuring that every brand has an equal chance of leading a category, not just the best-selling or most well-known brands.
Category scores reflect the number of times that the particular make was mentioned as an exemplar of the particular attribute, again corrected for awareness.
