Here is the last of the 5 automobiles experts predicts to see on the roads by 2014, and who knows you will be driving one, the Ford C-Max. Although some of our European friends are already driving this multi purpose SUV since 2003, it has not invaded the US auto market as of this time. But as it is among the high efficiency compliant vehicles ever produced, it is expected to hit the Americas.

The C-Max is powered by choices of 4- and 6-cylinder engines. These engines are technologically advanced with the manufacturer’s ‘ecoboost’ formula. They are then equally powerful as 6- to 8-cylinder engines net of the bulk and massive fuel spent.

We still have to wait if this will happen as the project will make such a big impact in the company’s financial status. But we must hope that they will. It will surely offer more functionality in a performance that is usually seen on very high end performance rides. Isn’t that what anyone of us wants?

Just like my new engineered jeans that clings and fit at the right places in every move, automobiles are expected to be shaped and adhere to the requirements of the driving public. These requirements are also what US President Barack Obama wants to see on the streets before his term ends. He wants every American drive environmental friendly car without compromising their comfort and convenience.

In the next 4 years, we will be seeing a lot of hybrids and electric cars, as well as combination of both. That was already what the F3 of BYD launched earlier. For sure, there will be so a lot to follow from American and European automakers.

I have here 5 cars projected to be driven by us in 2014, which I will feature one by one in the next days. Among will be Alfa Romeo’s Milano, BMW’s X1, BYD’s F3DM, Cadillac Converj, and Ford C-Max. Want some drive test?

<We have witnessed best and worst dressed artists in every awards night; why not give the same award to automobiles that shows off in every auto show? And to start up, we can roll it out in the recent $3 million charity grosses— the 2009 North American International Auto Show held last January 12 to January 27, 2009 at Cobo Center!

MOST ANACHRONISTIC VEHICLE

This award goes to… Mercury Grand Marquis! Its rear-wheel drive design is about 50 years old by now, can you imagine that? But mind you, it is still making big money! It only means that its here to stay due to public demand so let us not try criticizing the makers. It even has a Ford version under the badge name Crown Victoria, which is manufactured for police and fleet cars. Another is the Lincoln Town car that is in contract with limo fleets.

MOST ANACHRONISTIC BRAND

This next award goes to… Hummer! The design of this highly reliable off-road utility vehicle is believed to be overdone; but for the purpose, is still very relevant. But then, because of its going superfluous designing, it is now becoming an eyesore for most automobile enthusiasts.

MOST INCONGRUOUS

The Bentley Continental is among the beautiful models from this top maker. But the use of bio-fuel is making it out of place in the pool of powerful automobiles!

MOST DEPRESSING

Its surprising how Chrysler has fallen from being the most bold and brash in events and displays, it came up in Cobo Center unadorned. Hence, it just earned its most depressing award from us here!

BEST DESIGNED DISPLAY

The overall architecture and selected spread of cars of the Audi booth made it more inviting to visitors and the media. All these played very well with the bright and nicely balanced colors of well shaped cars. This is why it is just right to give the Best Designed Display to Audi!

MOST FUN DISPLAY

Every time in auto shows, Mini always offer the fun and exotic feeling of owning and/or riding a Mini. This year, it made an ice-block house for parking its racing edition, the sport wagon, and the convertible.

MOST SIGNIFICANT VEHICLE INTRODUCTION

With the gloomy economy enveloping us globally, the fuel economy of Ford Fusion hybrid rated at 40 miles per gallon is very interesting! That is why this year; it should be awarded the most significant vehicle introduction award!

BEST CONCEPT CAR

There had been too many concept cars introduced in the recent North American International Auto Show but there is certainly one that captured everyone’s eyes—the Cadillac Converj. This all-American car features an innovative propulsion technology of Voltec with full Cadillac-like design. This concept is Cadillac’s idea of luxury meeting technology!

MOST IMPROVED

The Tesla and Frisker win this award with contract in-hand electric power units’ production for Smart Fortwo electric and attainable pricing for a luxury sport sedan, respectively. These Silicon Valley-sourced electric cars are the most improved cards in this year’s North American International Auto Show.

MOST UNEXPECTED

2009 North American Auto Show hosted Dr. Gary Kaberle’s privately owned and designed Alfa Romeo Bat car. This is realized with the help of the Bertone, an Italian Design firm. This is a first in this auto show, just to receive the Most Unexpected Award!

Now, isnt it fun to do our own sort of Best and Worst thing? Let us try it again at the next auto shows, Detroit and Chicago! Till then!

Sports cars…sports cars… sports cars… Anywhere you look, these road breakers are still the grandest and the fastest vehicles on the streets. Each time you see one behind or in front of your commute, a stunning envious feeling will surely overwhelm you. But what are the new sports cars you have to look forward to these days? I got here at least 22 of them, although there might be more careening the tracks and the back country streets. Quick look and its important specifics:

SSC Ultimate Aero

The fastest American car on the road as proven in the Road & Track slalom record! SSC Ultimate Aero goes way up 250 meters per hour and it is the only sports car that has broken the records set by Ferrari Enzo in the same track. You can imagine the overpowering adrenaline in 3 seconds as it achieves the 0-60 meters per hour standard. It is a real treasure to own with only 25 produced between 2006 and 2007. There is no formal break down though as to how many reds, beiges, and gold will there be. The Ultimate Aero is ranged at $650,000!

Aston Martin DB9

Wonder what DB stands for? Nothing very exotic, it’s from the initials of the owner of Aston Martin ‘Davis Brown’. Its aluminum and lightweight body panels are designed by the famous car designer’s brothers in England Ian Callum. This stunner is not all beauty but a thunderous 186 meters per hour to 300kilometers per hour ride! It can give you the 0-60 meters per hour adrenaline in 4.7 seconds as well as the 0-100 meters per hour in 10.8 seconds. These 5,000 units a year seller comes in red, beige, and metallic silver.

Bugatti Veyron 16.4

Bugatti is probably not so desirable when it comes to race tracks but it has already come too far with its high-performance sports car, Veyron 16.4. Touching 248.5 meters per hour to 400 kilometers per hour, it’s just a tick away from Ultimate Aero! Judged to be powered with larger engines and heavier body panels, the Bugatti Veyron could have landed even or far ahead of the world’s fastest car. A good reason to stick at is its 2.7 seconds dash for the first 0-60 mph. The model name Veyron is attributed to Bugatti’s French race driver Pierre Veyron, the 1939 ’24 Hours of Le Mans’ title holder.

Chrysler ME Four-Twelve

Another supercar that you will wish to own is the 248 meters per hour to 399kilometers per hour Chrysler ME Four-Twelve! It’s what rivals the Bugatti Veyron I had just featured above in terms of top speed but is definitely different when it comes to the appearance. This supercar can achieve 0-60 meters per hour in a matter of 2.9 seconds! And climbing fast to the 0-100 meters per hour in 6.2 seconds, isn’t that close enough to the fastest supercar? The model is captured from its specifications: Mid Engine with four turbochargers, twelve cylinder engine.

Koenigsegg CCX

If you think you have seen the best with the elegant styling and true to the bone high performance of the Chrysler ME Four-Twelve, wait till you see the Chrysler ME Four-Twelve and its own record! This one ranks in the same titles as the others; although you will see a little downfall in its top speed: 245 meters per hour to 394 kilometers per hour. It dashes fast enough to the 0-60 meters per hour in just 3.5 seconds and to the first 0- 100 as fast as 7.7 seconds. This supercar is known to be the fastest to have a V8 engine and have been named with awards after awards for its innovative design and performance. This grand and posh supercar is estimated at $600,900 + taxes. The model name comes from the initials of Competition Coupe X.

Dodge Viper SRT10 Coupe

Dodge would not want to be left out from the supercars class! They also made their own road breaking Dodge Viper SRT10 Coupe to compete with the leaders in sports cars manufacturing. The model might have come short with its 190 meters per hour to 306 kilometers per hour to be lined up with Veyron, ME four-twelve, Ultimate Aero, and the others but it surprises the trade with its 4 seconds 0-60 meters per hour ability! This sports car also sends shivers down the spine to passerby and hopefuls with its stunning good looks.

Ferrari 612 Scaglietti

Ferrari Enzo was once named as the fastest supercar in the world at the Road & Track slalom record, and sibling Ferrari 612 Scaglietti made it almost there! This supercar has a top speed of 196 meters per hour to 315 kilometers per hour with first 0-60 meters per hour in 4.2 seconds while first 0-100 meters per hour within 12.3 seconds. Coming in four distinctive finishes; black, dark blue, red, and silver, Scaglietti is far from the conventional looks of Ferraris in the auto world. It may come with the same highly luxurious amenities, devices, and accessories inside, but its definitely more gorgeous than the other models of Ferrari models. Grab one if you can with one of this exclusive sportscar and draw in envious looks around!

Hamann F430

From the sweet and sexy 612 Scaglietti comes the Hamann F430 of the same maker! If Scaglietti is sexy then its counterpart is definitely the macho Hamann F430. This fast car got a stylish but manly appearance. Inside, it’s everything a person of the road would want to drive and ride because it is complete with the most modern and upgraded comfort and convenience system. The Hamann F430 must be manufactured when its engineers are thinking of luxurious suites up the hills. Even with that grand looks from this recent fast car of Ferrari, it can come up with an astonishing 538 hp through its massive 4.3 liters V-8 engine.

Ford GT

Ford had never brought their customers down with their sets of close-to and luxurious automobiles. Even at the race tracks, Fords are favorites! That is what the Ford GT is all about, good looks and road breaking performance in one! The Ford GT is a real total performer with its 205 meters per hour to 330 kilometers per hour top speeds. It can gain speed at the first 3.6 seconds for its 0-60 meters per hour while 7.8 seconds for its 0-100 kilometers per hour. But that’s not actually a surprise when it’s a Ford supercar. What’s really surprising is its seemingly low price that ranges from $143,000 to $ 157,000 as compared to other marquees that cost actually more.

Lamborghini Gallardo

Another big name in the industry is the Lamborghini. Its new offering, the Lamborghini Gallardo, classifies under the supercars in the industry. It has a top speed of 191 meters per hour to 309 kilometers per hour after it reaches the first 0-60 meters per hour within 4.1 seconds or its 0-100 meters per hour within 9.2 seconds. The Lamborghini Gallardo is definitely the highest produced sports car under the Lamborghini marquee. Even today, no other model has ever broken its record. The Lamborghini S Concept is eyed to follow its success but until that, this supercar remains to be the best model of the marquee. This grand vehicle ranges from $175,000 to $200,000 and is made available in four submodels: the Gallardo Spyder, Gallardo SE, Gallardo Nera, and Gallardo Superleggera.

Ferrari 599 GTB Fiorano

The Ferrari 599 GTB Fiorano is another successful make from the world leader in race tracks! The sleek supercar gains 0-60 meters per hour in a matter of 3.7 seconds and 0-100 meters per hour within 6.9 seconds, and achieve 205 meters per hour to 330 kilometers per hour after that. The sexy and beautiful body panel and platform of the Ferrari 599 GTB Fiorano had added pride in the trademark of Ferrari, winning the prestigious XIV L´Automobile più Bella del Mondo (The World’s Most Beautiful Automobile) under its category in Arena Civica at Milan, Italy. The platform of this beautiful supercar shares with the Scaglietti and used the new traction control system, called the F1-Trac, after deriving inspiration from the F1 World Champion Michael Schumacher. The Ferrari 599 GTB Fiorano is also the first Ferrari to appear in the Gran Turismo videogame series as well as a cover car in the same game.

Porsche Carrera GT

Being a symbol of beauty and luxury, it is difficult to imagine a Porsche on the dirt tracks. Suffice it to say that it seems not belonging in the field. But surprisingly, it is and it must as made possible by its high performance. The beauty can come up with a top speed of 206 meters per hour and 330 kilometers per hour. It can also start heating the roads within 3.6 seconds as it achieves its first 0-60 meters per hour. This beauty but beast on the road has managed to stay on top of the highest selling Porsches. In fact, the number of sold units reached 1,270 months after it was launched.

Pagani Zonda C12 S

Pagani may be not very known in the streets of the Americas as well as in Asian lands but it is in the West, where car racing has become the best and most expensive past time. Its supercar, Pagani Zonda, is really unique in terms of appearance as well as performance. It is difficult to imagine that some people are really into designing the most unique automobiles in the world, and the best example is the Pagani Zonda. It comes in different sub-models: C12, C12 S, C12 S 7.3, C12 F and the R Clubsport. All of these are capable of achieving a top speed of 200 meters per hour while heating the roads within 3.7 seconds for its 0-60 mph.

Lamborghini Murcielago

White, yellow, and apple green have already become the normal colors in the race tracks. It is even with the Lamborghini’s new supercar Lamborghini Murcielago. The 6.2 liters DOHC V-12 sportscar can reach a maximum of 205.1 meters per hour to 330 kilometers per hour top speeds. And it is even better with its fast and efficient 0-60 meters per hour in a matter of 3.8 seconds. This interesting sports car from the world-class maker Lamborhini is also equipped with the best of its kind devices and accessories. One of the most significant is its Variable Airflow Cooling System, an electronic air intaking duct that automatically opens when in need of cold and dense air; and closes up when done to reduce the drag that it causes to the entire vehicle.

Ferrari F430

You might have noticed by now that Ferraris have consumed more space than any other sports car maker in this supercars list. After the sleek and sexy Scaglietti, the macho and bulked Hamann F430, the beauty and beastly 599 GTB Fiorano, the Ferrari F430 comes next. This supercar establishes a top speed of 196 meters per hour as well as 315 kilometers per hour on the race tracks. It can start the fire with its 0-60 meters per hour in just a matter of 4 seconds as made possible by its DOHC 5/ cylinder 4.3 liters V-8 engine. The Ferrari F430 comes in two versions, the coupe and the open top but more expensive by approximately $20,000 Spider. The initial of this high-end, elegant car is derived from its 4308 cc mid-engine that is designed to make as much as 490 horsepower or a stunning 114 horsepower per liter.

Pagani Zonda F

Another Pagani model makes it to the list of the greatest supercars in the industry, the Pagani Zonda F. This toy-like sports car makes a difference in speed with its 214 meters per hour to 345 kilometers per hour top speeds. It can also boast of its fast and efficient 3.6 seconds achievement of the standard 0-60 mph. One of the most interesting features of the Pagani Zonda F is its top of the class braking system. This is one where the low center of gravity and flat design makes the vehicle come to a screeching stop even when at top speeds.

Maserati MC12

Almost a Ferrari Enzo in design and in appearance, the Maserati MC12 is still a rival when on the tracks. This classic white and blue beauty can be deceiving! It’s a supercar of 205.1 meters per hour and 330 kilometers per hour speeds. In 3.8 seconds, it can achieve its 0-60 mph without any trouble. If you want to own one, you could be lucky because there are only 50 units of this exotics produced in the years 2005 and 2006.

Saleen S7 Twin Turbo

Blue or white or red? You can definitely own one of the Saleen S7 Twin Turbo in your favorite color. This supercar can come up with 248 meters per hour to 399.1 kilometers per hour top speed. This sleek beauty can also reach its 0-60 mph without aberrations, and within 2.8 seconds! Imagine that? An interesting feature of the Saleen S7 Twin Turbo is a rear-view mirror video that transmits the view to the driver.

Leblanc Mirabeau

This yellow baby will surely be a difficult possession if in the suburbs just judging at its really lowered undercarriage. But mind you, this exotic car costs $579,000! No love lost though with its massive speed of 230 meters per hour to 370 kilometers per hour. With that price, you can opt to customize its aluminum V8 supercharged engine to F1.

The last two years had been a roller coaster ride to those who have aimed the Presidency of the world’s most powerful nation, the United States of America. There were merely two opposing parties, the Republicans and the Democrats; but the campaign period was a tough one for both parties. Even in every party, there were opponents to beat: Hillary Clinton vs. the President-Elect Barack Obama and John McCain against Ron Paul. There was no question John McCain will win the votes of his party while it had been a tough fight for the two Democrats, Hillary Clinton and Barack Obama. The roller coaster took them to states, regions, and towns they might have never dreamed coming to. As high officials that need and demand great security and comfort, what rides do they have to provide both? Let’s go back to the action:

DEMOCRATS

Hillary Clinton

Barack Obama

REPUBLICAN

John McCain

Now that Obama has finally taken the lead, it seems that his ride will finally cease operation too. For if not, what happens with the new Cadillac Presidential Limousine awaiting him?

‘zup? I’m back with the third day events and attractions of the Los Angeles Auto Show. This time, let us look back at the happenings last November 23, Sunday at the Los Angles Convention Center.

November 23, 2008, Sunday

Because it is Sunday, the Los Angeles opened early at 9 in the morning and closed gates early at 8 in the evening. The events and attractions were a little slouch this time with the Auto Trade dot com’s Match It Game Show and Volvo’s City Safety Drive taking the lead. With the lack of attention grabbing events and attractions, the halls have been busy accepting spectators, press, and viewers the entire Sunday. If you had been there, it was like a holiday!

November 24, 2008, Monday

November 24 is another weekday so the gates were opened at 11 am and closed at 10 in the evening. Attractions and events had been in full swing once again with the same Auto Trade dot com’s Match It Game Show and Volvo’s City Safety Drive taking the lead. But this time, there were also other attention grabbing events like the autograph session with drag racing icons Robert Hight (2005 NHRA Rookie of the Year and No. 4 in the 2008 NHRA Funny Car Championship) and John Force(14-time NHRA Funny Car Champion). This event was sponsored by the Auto Club that’ is doing their show case at the kentia hall along with other performance products. The event lasted for one and a half hours, 7 to 8:30 in the afternoon.

November 25, 2008, Tuesday

Nothing was new last Tuesday, November 25, 2008. As an ordinary weekday during the Los Angeles Auto Show, the gates were opened at 11 in the morning and closed at 10 in the evening. Events and attractions were a little low but all halls were busy and packed with spectators, guests, and press. The normal routine went on with the Auto Trade dot com’s Match It Game Show and Volvo’s City Safety Drive crews not tiring until it was time to call it a day.

November 26, 2007, Wednesday

Events and attractions were a lot fewer last November 26, a Wednesday. It is a day before the Thanksgiving Day so everyone might be busy over other things than the Auto Show in Los Angeles. Still, Auto Trade dot com’s Match It Game Show and Volvo’s City Safety Drive crews had last the day with their stunts and skills.

November 27, 2008, Thursday

Now, it’s Thanksgiving Day! And people had been a lot wiser and modern. Some families celebrated the day early in the Los Angeles Convention Center. The gates were opened very much earlier today, 9 in the morning, and been closed a lot earlier than any weekday at 8 in the evening. The Auto Trade dot com’s Match It Game Show and Volvo’s City Safety Drive went on, while other events and attractions were halted for the day’s more important events. But this does not mean that it had not been a busy day for all the crews and attendants. The day had been a festive one and everyone was happy to be where they were, and that is at the Los Angles Convention Center Auto Show!

November 28, 2008, Friday

A day after US’ most especial day, the gates will be opened at 9 in the morning and to close at exactly 10 in the evening. The Auto Trade dot com’s Match It Game Show and Volvo’s City Safety Drive crew is expected to continue their stunts while the rest of the showcase masters will be busy entertaining all their patrons. The day is expected to become a lot busier as the day deepens.

November 29, 2008, Saturday

Because it will be weekend, the gates will be opened at 9 in the morning and rest at 10 in the evening. There will be a lot more attractions than the regular Auto Trade dot com’s Match It Game Show and Volvo’s City Safety Drive. Mitsubishi Motors will sponsor an autograph signing with LA Avengers and A-team dancers’ icons. Toyota is also expected to sponsor an appearance of two of the finest Lakers’ players who will bring around 500 headshots, which they will sign up for the first 500 visitors.

November 30, 2008, Sunday

For the final day, the Los Angeles Convention center will open at 9 in the morning and close at 8 in the evening. As an ender, State Farm will sponsor Los Angeles Clipper Baron Davis for an autograph signing at the Kentia Hall from 2:30 to 4 in the afternoon.

I’m back again, and I’m following the events at the Los Angeles Show that premiered last November 21, Friday. Today is November 26, Wednesday of the same year and what? –Five or six days since the grand opening? Well, a lot of things have already happened and I’ll be taking you back so that we can both enjoy those missed moments. I have also compiled some pictures, which I will post here, for our perusal. So what date will it be best to go back to? Hmmm, let’s start on the second day, November 22, 2008, Saturday.

November 22, 2008, Wednesday
The gates opened at exactly 9 in the morning and welcomed all auto enthusiasts and the press into the halls of famous auto makes and models. There were still so many to watch and have fun with. The Match It Game Show of Auto Trade dot com is still ongoing and Volvo’s City Safety Test Drive is in full swing. The rest of the halls are busy and having many spectators on all areas. There are also added attractions like the coming of some important people and celebrities but nothing beats the second round of the Volkswagen Road to MLS Cup which was graced by another couple of Major League Soccer All-Stars. This time, Ben Olsen of the DC United and Sacha Kljestan of the famous Chivas USA arrived for autograph signing. The event lasted for an hour, 2 to 3 in the afternoon at the South hall. This is also where Volkswagen’s innovations are showcased.

At this same hour, the State Farm’s Workshop for Women is also happening with the theme: ‘Purchasing and Protecting Your Vehicle’. This event was graced by Road and Travel dot com’s CEO and founder Courtney Caldwell. There had been two runs of the speech made by two female insurance professionals, one at noon time and another at around 3 in the afternoon at Room 306 AB.

Around 6 in the evening, the Galphin exhibit in Kentia Hall hosted the autograph signing by Pimp My Ride cast. The entire event lasted for two hours, but the result had been great! Kudos to Galphin!

Hey, I think I am running out of space so let’s continue this tomorrow!

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After the very successful sneak preview of the Lost Angeles Auto Show last night, the grand opening is about to happen in a few hours now! Although there are already press releases on the new car launches and reviews, nothing beats seeing all these great cars live! The gates are expected to open at exactly 11 am now, November 21, 2008 to last until 10 in the evening. There will be so much to expect in the grand opening. All of which will be open for the public.

November 21
And to grace the start of the show in the Kentia hall where the Performance Products are is the Auto Trader dot com’s Match It Game Show. This is a classic but definitely loved by all enthusiasts, so if you are around, better drop by the hall and test your auto and pop culture knowledge. This live contest is available all through out the days of the entire show period.

Another attraction during the grand opening of the Los Angeles Auto Show is Volvo’s City Safety Test Drive. This is expected to start as soon as the gates are opened at the West Hall and the Concourse Walkway. The fun drive will last until the end of the event and is open for all enthusiasts who wish to get a feel of Volvo’s innovative technology. You can even sign up for your very own first drive, just come to the venue and vouch for yourself. So why wonder about all of these if you can slip on your day suit and jog to the place? Be there or miss the chance!

By 2 in the afternoon, Volkswagen’s autograph session with Major League Soccer All- Stars’ Jimmy Conrad of the Kansas City Wizards and Matt Reis of the New England Revolution starts. This is in connection to Volkswagen’s Road to MLS Cup with the theme, ‘Sometimes, Hope Needs a Lift’. So don’t miss your chance, be there at the South Hall where Volkswagen’s exhibit is at full swing! There will also be second round for those who will miss these couple of studs, but this time, it will be Ben Olsen of the DC United and Sacha Kljestan of the Chivas USA who will grace your Saturday afternoon. This second round will be happening on the next day, November 22, 2008 at the same time and place.

Another attraction to perk up your senses during the grand opening is the Ozomati Concert as sponsored by Ford. This public concert is expected to start at 7 in the evening to 8 at the West Hall. So stop peeping on your favorite automobiles in exhibit at this time and let Ozomati rock your night away! Who knows what other great things they loaded themselves with? Just be there and witness for yourself! If you haven’t though of it in advance, you can even take your family and friends or even your especial someone for this gig. It will be all free so why miss the chance?

If you still have not made any plans for today, you can still grab a ticket online, through this year’s Los Angeles Auto Show exclusive site. It will only cost you $10. If you wish to take your kids with you, 12 years olds and under are free of charge. Seniors are also discounted: $7 to enjoy an eventful Friday! But if you think you will get tickets right at Los Angeles Convention Center, you can do so; although, that does not sound to be a very good idea. Just make sure that you will be at the gates of 1201 S. Figueroa Street Los Angeles, CA 90015 before 11 am to spare yourself from the inconvenience.

Tomorrow is going to be the big bang day for auto enthusiasts and manufacturers, too! But tonight is going to be the night we could make a sneak on all the new launches of all major auto makers, as well as those performance devices and gadgets from all-time favorite manufacturers! On top of that, we might as well get to see expected and unexpected personalities to grace the speak preview of the much awaited Los Angeles Auto Show!

SNEAK PREVIEW
The sneak preview night of Los Angeles Auto Show is among the most celebrated nights in the entire event. In this gathering, only the most known enthusiasts, business and showbiz moguls, as well as chief executives of every manufacturer are expected to be around. But in reality, the event is open to the public and it is more of a fund accumulating event. This year’s auto show sneak preview is expected to amass a lot of proceeds for the Homeless Health Care Los Angeles through One Voice.

GROUPS
The event starts at 6 in the afternoon and to last until 10, where everyone is expected to come in festive attire at the Los Angeles Convention Center. There will be two groups of party goers in the sneak preview night of this year’s Auto Show in Los Angeles: those who cost themselves with $125 tickets and those who went all the way with $250 tickets. The $125 ticket holders will be enjoying 6 to 8:30 pm Hors d’oeuvres and cash bars all through the night, while those who gotten $250 tickets enjoy additional hosted bar and access to Gold lounge seating area aside from the hors d’oeuvres.

ATTIRE
Sneak previews are usually hosted to gain funds and to give enthusiasts and celebrated people the chance for first look without the crowd. The Los Angeles Auto Show sneak preview is the same. It will be open for all the people who want to skip the noisy and tangled crowd when the show finally opens up. Pre-viewers are usually a bunch of well dressed people like executives, well known politicians and celebrities, and high caliber press people. This year’s auto show preview night will cheer festive attired sneakers at 6 to 10 in the evening where Hors d’oeuvres, hosted bars, gold lounge seating area, and cash bars awaits.

TICKETS
Tickets for the Los Angeles sneak preview night were sold months prior to the event. There were two tickets sold via its official site, LA AUTO SHOW DOT COM, $125 and $250. The total accumulation will be given to the Homeless Health Care Los Angeles as funding. So aside from those enthusiasts and manufacturer top management, there will be a lot of charity giving body representatives who will be coming in the event in the hope of raising more funds.

NEWS MAKERS
The Los Angeles Auto Show has always been a news making event. This year, it is again expected to make a lot of noise and advertisement come opening day. Its sneak preview night is going to be a starter. There will be so many expected guests to come and among them will be celebrities that are also auto enthusiasts as well as Hollywood people who are fishing for great movie vehicles. It is almost certain that Jay Leno will be there to make a good pick to add in his hundred of car collection. He can even organize an exhibit himself.

Aside from celebrities, top caliber press people and big politicians are also going to be news makers in the event. Among the sure comers are Mr. Body Builder turned actor turned politician, now Governor Arnold Schwarzenegger and his colleagues. Edmunds and Motor Trends representatives are also sure bets. Other top press representatives from big companies are also surely coming to make the night livelier.

ATTRACTION
Los Angeles Auto Show sneak preview will be very fist night to view all the new automobiles that will be seen cruising on the roads in 2009. These vehicles will also be driven by most celebrities and well known personalities. This is why it will serve as a privilege to all pre-viewers to be among the firsts to get a good glance on these vehicles. But on top of the pleasure of getting the first glance on these vehicles, it will also be a real good time to give to those who are much needier. This sneak preview will be giving its proceeds to the Homeless Health Care Los Angeles, so isn’t it the best way to help these people?

WORLD DEBUT
Among the highlights of these event will be the world debut of the Bentley Azure T Convertible, Ford Fusion/Fusion Hybrid, Ford Mustang, Honda FC Sport concept, Hyundai Sonata Hybrid concept, Infiniti G37 Convertible, Kia Borrego FCEV concept, Lamborghini Gallardo Spyder, Lexus RX 350, Lexus RX 450h Hybrid, Lincoln MKZ, Mazda 3, Mercury Milan/Milan Hybrid, MINI E, Nissan’s 370 Z and Cube, Porsche’s Boxster and Cayman, Toyota CNG Camry Hybrid concept, and Volkswagen Touareg V6 TDI.

NORTH AMERICAN DEBUT
Pre-viewwers will also be among the firsts to look at the North American debuts that includes Bond’s Aston Martin DBS automatic, Audi’s A6 and Q5 TDI, BMW 7 Series, Ferrari California, Honda Insight concept, Hyundai HED-5 concept, Kia Soul, Lexus IS Convertible, Lotus Evora, Maserati Quattroporte, Mercedes-Benz Fascination concept, Saab 9-X Air Bio- Hybrid Convertible concept, smart fortwo BRABUS, and Spyker Aileron concept.

CONCEPT CARS
Concept cars like the BMW 7 Series ActiveHybrid; Chrysler Town & Country EV; Dodge’s EV and ZEO; Honda’s CR-Z Hybrid, Insight, and FC Sport; Hyundai’s HED-5 and Sonata Hybrid; Jeep’s Renegade and Wrangler EV; Kia Borrego FCEV; Mercedes-Benz Fascination; Saab 9-X Air Bio- Hybrid Convertible; Spyker Aileron; and Toyota CNG Camry Hybrid will also be unveiled and inspected by all the sneak preview guests.

HYBRID & ALTERNATIVE FUEL VEHICLES
With the world having problems with global warming and other environmental problems, going hybrid is the newest trend in auto manufacturing. Some of the makes and models to be unveiled in the sneak preview night are Audi Q5 TDI
(Clean diesel), BMW 335 D (clean diesel), BMW Concept 7 Series ActiveHybrid, BMW X5 (clean diesel), Cadillac Escalade Hybrid, Chevrolet Equinox (hydrogen fuel cell), Chevrolet Silverado Hybrid, Chevrolet Tahoe Hybrid, Chrysler Aspen Hybrid, Chrysler Town & Country EV concept (electric), Dodge Durango Hybrid, Dodge EV concept
(electric), Ford Escape Hybrid, Ford Fusion Hybrid, GMC Sierra Hybrid, GMC Yukon Hybrid, Honda Civic GX
(natural gas), Honda Civic IMA-Hybrid, Honda CR-Z Hybrid concept, Honda FCX Clarity (hydrogen fuel cell), Honda Insight concept (hybrid), Hyundai Sonata Hybrid concept, Kia Borrego FCEV concept (hydrogen fuel cell), Lexus GS 450h sport sedan (hybrid), Lexus LS 600h L (hybrid), Lexus RX 450h Hybrid, Mazda Tribute HEV (hybrid), Mercedes-Benz GL320 BlueTEC (clean diesel), Mercedes-Benz ML320 BlueTEC (clean diesel), Mercedes-Benz R320 BlueTEC
(clean diesel), MINI E (electric), Mitsubishi MiEv (electric), Nissan Altima Hybrid, Saturn Aura Hybrid, Saturn Vue 2Mode Hybrid, Toyota Camry Hybrid, Toyota CNG Camry Hybrid concept (natural gas hybrid), Toyota Highlander Hybrid, Toyota Prius, Volkswagen Jetta SportWagen TDI (clean diesel), Volkswagen Jetta TDI (clean diesel), and Volkswagen Touareg V6 TDI (clean diesel).

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Los Angeles Auto Show is about to unveil the most exciting automobiles of the future on the 21st and oh my God! I just can’t wait for that day to come, and I know you feel the same way too so I am going to tag you along to my own sneak preview! Here we go!

Aston Martin. First in my list is the sensational Bond vehicle make, the Aston Martin! This year, it has launched eight (8) of the most sporty and elegant sports vehicles in its line-up. These will be unveiled in the LA Auto Show. These are the DB9, DBS, DB9 Base Coupe, DB0 Volante Convertible, DBS Base Coupe, V8 Vantage, V8 Vantage Base, and V8 Vantage Base Coupe. Next year, these will all be available as Aston Marin sub models 2009.

Audi. Transporter 3’s chase cars have been among the most productive sports vehicles this year alone. Imagine, Audi has produced 18 sub models! These are the A5, R8, RS 4, A5 Base Coupe, R8 Base Coupe, RS 4 base Convertible, RS 4 base Sedan, S4 Avant Wagon, S4 Base Sedan, S4, S5, TT, S4 Cabriolet Convertible, S4 Quattro Sedan, S5 4.2 Coupe, TT Base Coupe, TT Base Roadster, and TT Base Roadster Convertible. Production of these models will still be continued in 2009 with some minor revisions and/ or replacements.

Bentley. Ian Fleming’s original Bond vehicles, Bentley, has come up with seven (7) of the most powerful and elegant sports cars this year. Its Continental, Continental Base Coupe, GT Coupe, GTC Convertible, Continental R Coupe, Continental SC Coupe, and Continental T Coupe will continue its production to 2009. But this does not negate the plans for some revisions and additions on their auto bodies and parts.

BMW. If numbers of launched models will matter in identifying the best auto maker for 2008, BMW will surely land the top. BMW’s production this year alone, made 25 of the most stunning and high performance sports cars in the industry. These are the 1-Series, 6-Series, 1-Series 128I Convertible, 1-Series 128I Coupe, 1-Series 135I Convertible, 1-Series 135I Coupe, 6-Series 633 Coupe, 6-Series 633 CSI Coupe, 6-Series 635 Coupe, 6-Series 635 CSI Coupe, 6-Series 645 Ci Coupe, 6-Series 645 Ci Convertible, Series 650I Convertible, M6, Z4, 6-Series 650I Coupe, 6-Series M6 Coupe, M6 Base Convertible, M6 Base Coupe, Z4 3.0i Roadster Convertible, Z4 3.0si Coupe, Z4 3.0si Roadster Convertible, Z4 Base Roadster Convertible, Z4 M Coupe, and Z4 M Roadster Convertible. Next year, the Z4s and 6-Series Cis will be out to give way to innovations.

Chevrolet. Another top maker in terms of released sib models is Chevrolet. 2008 has seen 25 of the most elegant and sleek sports car in the industry. These are Cobalt, Corvette, Cobalt 1SS Coupe, Cobalt SS Coupe, Cobalt 1SS Sedan, Cobalt SS Sedan, Cobalt 2SS Coupe, Corvette 50th Anniversary Edition Convertible, Cobalt Base Coupe, Corvette 50th Anniversary Edition Coupe, Cobalt Base Sedan, Corvette Base Convertible, Cobalt LS Coupe, Corvette Base Coupe, Cobalt LS Sedan, Corvette Base Hatchback, Cobalt LT Coupe, Corvette Z06 Convertible, Cobalt LT Sedan, Corvette Z06 Coupe, Cobalt LTZ Sedan, Corvette ZR-1 Coupe, Cobalt Sport Coupe, Corvette ZR-1 Hatchback, Cobalt Sport Sedan, and Corvette ZR1 Coupe. Next year, not any of these models is expected to be taken off the line-up.

Chrysler. An incredible 30 sub models were released by Chrysler this year. These includes Crossfire, Sebring, Crossfire Base Coupe, Sebring Limited Sedan, Crossfire Base Roadster Convertible, Sebring LX Convertible, Crossfire Limited Coupe, Sebring LX Coupe, Crossfire Limited Roadster Convertible, Sebring LX Plus Sedan, Crossfire SRT-6 Coupe, Sebring LX Sedan, Crossfire SRT-6 Roadster Convertible, Sebring LXi Convertible, Sebring Base Convertible, Sebring LXi Coupe, Sebring Base Coupe, Sebring LXi Sedan, Sebring Base Sedan, Sebring Platinum Coupe, Sebring GTC Convertible, Sebring Touring Convertible, Sebring JX Convertible, Sebring Touring Platinum Convertible, Sebring JXI Convertible, Sebring Touring Platinum Sedan, Sebring Limited Convertible, Sebring Touring Sedan, Sebring Limited Coupe, and Sebring TSI Sedan. By 2009, all Sebrings will be retained in the line-up while the auto manufacturer is still planning on what to do with Crossfire sub models.

Dodge. 14 brainchild sub models from Dodge have rocked the minds of enthusiasts and sportsmen in the industry. These vehicles have rallied every road and street the world has. By 2009, Challenger, Viper, Challenger Base Coupe, Viper Base Coupe, Challenger R/T Coupe, Viper Base Roadster, Challenger SE Coupe, Viper GTS Coupe, Challenger SRT8 Coupe, Viper RT/10 Roadster, Viper ACR Coupe, Viper SRT-10 Coupe, Viper Base Convertible, and Viper SRT-10 Roadster will continually be produced due to public demand.

Ferrari. F1’s biggest contender are also the car sports largest. Ferrari has also brought to life a dozen of the most futuristic sports car in the industry. These big 12 have been the sports cars’ enthusiasts’ choice and will continue to be. By 2009, 2008’s 599, F430, 612 Scaglietti, 599 GTB Fiorano Coupe, F430 F1 Coupe, 612 Scaglietti Base Coupe, F430 F1 Spider Convertible, 612 Scaglietti F1 Coupe, F430 Scuderia Coupe, F430 Base Coupe, F430 Spider Convertible, and F430 Challenge Coupe will be refreshed. These vehicles will continually be produced on all manufacturing plants of Ferrari all over the world in response to their high demands.

Ford. Sheer driving experience is what every Ford sports car ensures. Its 2009 list of high performance sports cars includes Ford Mustang, Shelby GT500, Mustang Base Convertible, GT Coupe, Mustang Base Coupe, Mustang GT Hatchback, Mustang Base Hatchback, Mustang LX Convertible, Mustang Base Notchback, Mustang LX Coupe, Mustang Bullitt Coupe, Mustang LX Hatchback, Mustang Cobra Convertible, Mustang LX Notchback, Mustang Cobra Coupe, Mustang Mach 1 Coupe, Mustang Cobra Hatchback, Mustang SVT Cobra Convertible, Mustang Ghia Hatchback, Mustang SVT Cobra Coupe, Mustang Ghia Notchback, Shelby GT500 Base Convertible, Mustang GT Convertible, and Shelby GT500 Base Coupe. Make a pick from any of these during the grand unveiling at the West Hall of Los Angeles Convention Center.

Honda. Unlike the others, Honda kept its launched automobiles to a small number. This makes their makes unique and identifiable. The Los Angeles Auto Show on the 21st will be witnessing all its five (5) 2009 to-be launched sub models. This will include S2000, S2000 Base Roadster, S2000 CR Roadster, S2000 Base Roadster Convertible, and S2000 CR Roadster Convertible.

Hyundai. If you felt in love with the Tiburon, you got to see all Hyundai sports cars during the opening of the Los Angeles Auto Show on Thursday. You will definitely be stunned with the other seven (7) sub models that this make will offer next year. Make a good choice from them: the Tiburon, the Tiburon Base Coupe, the Tiburon GT Hatchback, the Tiburon Base Hatchback, the Tiburon GT Limited Hatchback, the Tiburon FX Hatchback, the Tiburon SE Hatchback, and the Tiburon GS Hatchback.

Infiniti. Just like any other Asian auto manufacturer, Infiniti believes in producing great sports cars in a minimum number. This 2009, there will be only four (4) sub models to be made available in the market. The availability of G37, G37 Base Coupe, G37 Sport Coupe, and G37 Journey Coupe in 2009 is expected to take the bigger part of the pie.

Lamborghini. Eleven (11) great sports cars from the all-time favorite automaker, Lamborghini, will be make its way out on the roads this 2009. These are the Gallardo, the Murcielago, the Gallardo Base Coupe, the Murcielago Base Convertible, the Gallardo LP560-4 Coupe, the Murcielago Base Coupe, the Gallardo SE Coupe, the Murcielago LP640 Coupe, the Gallardo Spyder Convertible, the Murcielago LP640 Roadster, and the Gallardo Superleggera Coupe.

Lotus. You will also be witnessing a parade of eight (8) of Lotus’ best sports car on the 2008 Los Angeles Auto Show, which will all be available to the public in 2009. So go for first drive test on Day One with the Elise, the Exige, the Elise Base Convertible, the Exige Base Coupe, the Elise Base Coupe, the Exige S 240 Coupe, the Elise SC Coupe, and the Exige S Coupe.

Maserati. Producing the best sports cars matter with Maserati, this is why it does not make as many as what the others produce. For the year ahead, you will be expecting just two (2) sub models from it. This will ensure that you will have one of the unique sports cars, either the GranTurismo or the GranTurismo Base Coupe, from this efficient auto maker.

Mazda. One of the favorites when it comes to beauty and grandeur is Mazda. In fact, its sub models are always the tight contender in the yearly ‘Most Beautiful Car’ award. This year ahead, you can expect the same with any of its 21 sub models that will be made available for the driving public. Choose from: Miata, RX-8, Miata Club Spec Convertible, Miata Touring Convertible, Miata Grand Touring Convertible, Miata Touring Hardtop Convertible, Miata Grand Touring Hardtop Convertible, RX-8 6-Speed Coupe, Miata MX-5 Convertible, Mazda RX-8 Base Coupe, Miata MX-5 Limited Convertible, RX-8 Grand Touring Coupe, Miata MX-5 M-Edition Convertible, RX-8 R3 Coupe, Miata MX-5 STO Convertible, RX-8 Sport AT Coupe, Miata Sport Convertible, RX-8 Sport Coupe, Miata Sport Hardtop Convertible, RX-8 Touring Coupe, and Miata SV Convertible.

Mercedes-Benz. In the pursuit of giving the driving public the best cars, Mercedes-Benz has produced another 12 of the best looking and performing sports cars to take you anywhere this 2009. Make your pick from: SLK-Class, SLR Mclaren, SLK-Class SLK230 Kompressor Roadster, SLK-Class SLK320 Roadster, SLK-Class SLK230 Roadster, SLK-Class SLK350 Roadster, SLK-Class SLK280 Roadster, SLK-Class SLK55 AMG Roadster, SLK-Class SLK300 Roadster, SLR Mclaren Base Coupe, SLK-Class SLK32 AMG Roadster, and SLR Mclaren Base Roadster.

MINI. The cutest sports cars on the road come only from one auto manufacturer—the MINI. This coming year, it will be offering the public with another eight (8) cute but monster machines on the road. Among these are the Cooper, Cooper Base Convertible, Cooper John Cooper Works Clubman Hatchback, Cooper Base Hatchback, Cooper John Cooper Works Hatchback, Cooper Clubman Hatchback, Cooper S Convertible, Cooper Clubman S Hatchback, and Cooper S Hatchback. Make a pick from any of these and give yourself the best jump start for 2009!

Mitsubishi. 2009 will be a big bang for Mitsubishi with its parade of great sports cars! Make way for Eclipse, Eclipse Spyder, Eclipse Base Hatchback, Eclipse RS Hatchback, Eclipse GS Hatchback, Eclipse SE Convertible, Eclipse GS Spyder Convertible, Eclipse SE Hatchback, Eclipse GST Hatchback, Eclipse Spyder GS Convertible, Eclipse GST Spyder Convertible, Eclipse Spyder GST Convertible, Eclipse GSX Hatchback, Eclipse Spyder GS Convertible, Eclipse GT Hatchback, Eclipse Spyder GT Convertible, Eclipse GTS Hatchback, and Eclipse Spyder GTS Convertible.

Nissan. 28 Nissan sub models will be out in the market by 2009. This will include: 350Z, Altima, 350Z Base Hatchback, 350Z Track Hatchback, 350Z Enthusiast Hatchback, Altima Base Sedan, 350Z Enthusiast Roadster, Altima GLE Sedan, 350Z Enthusiast Roadster Convertible, Altima GXE Sedan, 350Z Grand Touring Hatchback, Altima Hybrid Sedan, 350Z Grand Touring Roadster, Altima S Coupe, 350Z Grand Touring Roadster Convertible, Altima S Sedan, 350Z Nismo Hatchback, Altima SE Coupe, 350Z Performance Hatchback, Altima SE Sedan, 350Z Touring Hatchback, Altima SE-R Sedan, 350Z Touring Roadster, Altima SL Sedan, 350Z Touring Roadster Convertible, and Altima XE Sedan.

Pontiac. Another 19 sports cars will be added on the list of great Pontiac automobiles as it unveils the 2009’s G5, Solstice, G6, G5 Base Coupe, G6 GT Sedan, G5 GT Coupe, G6 GTP Convertible, G6 1SV Sedan, G6 GTP Coupe, G6 4-CYL Sedan, G6 GTP Sedan, G6 6-CYL Sedan, G6 GXP Coupe, G6 Base Sedan, G6 GXP Sedan, G6 GT Convertible, Solstice Base Roadster, G6 GT Coupe, and Solstice GXP Roadster during the Los Angeles Auto Show!

Porsche. No other auto maker can come up with as many as the 32 sub models that Porsche have manufactured for 2009. The long list includes: 911, Cayman, Boxster, 911 Carrera 2 Convertible, 911 Club Coupe Coupe, 911 Carrera 2 Coupe, 911 GT2 Coupe, 911 Carrera 2 Speedster Convertible, 911 GT3 Coupe, 911 Carrera 4 Convertible, 911 GT3 RS Coupe, 911 Carrera 4 Coupe, 911 RS America Coupe, 911 Carrera 4S Convertible, 911 Targa 4 Coupe, 911 Carrera 4S Coupe, 911 Targa 4S Coupe, 911 Carrera America Coupe, 911 Targa Coupe, 911 Carrera America Roadster, 911 Targa SC Coupe, 911 Carrera AWD Coupe, 911 Turbo Convertible, 911 Carrera Convertible, 911 Turbo Coupe, 911 Carrera Coupe, 911 Turbo S Convertible, 911 Carrera S Convertible, 911 Turbo S Coupe, 911 Carrera S Coupe, Boxster Base Convertible, 911 Carrera SC Convertible, Boxster S Convertible, 911 Carrera SC Coupe, Cayman Base Coupe, 911 Carrera Targa Coupe, Cayman S Coupe, and 911 Carrera Turbo Coupe. Make your pick at the Petree Hall!