Thursday, January 22, 2015

Ford is definitely bringing sexy back for 2016! Hence, the Ford GT, Shelby 350GTR and the Raptor - Seems like only yesterday the Detroit OEM's had their tails between their legs.

Tuesday, January 20, 2015

2015 Dodge Challenger "Skat Pak" - First let me start by saying I seldom fall in love with the cars that I test, but the 2015 Challenger has tugged on my have to have string! Our test car was finished in Sublime Pearl Metallic, making it look like one of your favorite Hot Wheels from the 70's. Once inside, touch the starter button and listen to the roar of a beastly 484 pony's under the hood. Connect that to the eight-speed automatic transmission, and the only way the back wheels stop spinning is with the assist of traction control. What's surprising is how well the car handles and brakes, a characteristic not often associated with a muscle machine. Perhaps the biggest surprise os the price -- Just over $40,000! Watch as Take Two TV and The Sunday Drive soon take delivery of a new Challenger!

Thursday, January 15, 2015

Toyota I-Road - Toyota has been showing off its concept car (kinda car) at auto shows throughout the country. What the heck is it? Well, it's 92" long, about 60" high and 38" wide -- Slice a Smart Car in half and you have the basic dimensions. Electric powered and easy to steer and there's even a seat in the rear for a passenger! If your wondering why? Congested cities where traffic and space are an issue. Think of the New York hustle-and-bustle, along with parking all of those big cars that only move one-or-two people. Compact, zero emissions, etc.. Take a look at the future in the Toyota IRoad.

Wednesday, January 14, 2015

Ferrari F80 Supercar Concept -Throughout history, Ferrari has been known for legendary anniversary cars, and the F80 concept is no exception. The whole concept begins with paper sketches. then moves quickly into 3D rendering software, and finally into a clay model. A unique hybrid system using a twin-turbo charged V8 paired with a KERS system develops 1,200 horsepower! The proposed weight is claimed to be only 1.763 pounds, so given the power-to-weight ratio could propel the F80 from 0-60 in 2.2 seconds and a top speed of 310 miles-per-hour!   

Tuesday, January 13, 2015

2016 Acura NSX - If you follow Take Two TV's blog, I'm confident you have seen a photo of the Acura NSX concept -- So, at last, here is the production version that we can run to our dealer and take home to admire in the garage. As with the first generation NSX, handling and braking will be amazing and almost effortless. Power comes from a V6 engine and three electric motors driving all four wheels, giving over 550 horsepower. Beautiful styling, somewhat copycat of the McLaren 650, and priced at $150,000.00. My opinion -- For Acura to truly become a luxury player, a V8 needs to be an option! Just my opinion.

                                                          McLaren - What do you think?

Monday, January 12, 2015

Buick Avenir Concept - Ed Welburn proudly displayed his teams new Buick concept at the  North American International Auto Show, the Avenir. As the largest selling American import in China, Buick plans to take its product line upscale in hopes to regain the glory days that it once enjoyed in the United States. As with all concepts and design studies, if you like it, then most likely what you see will show up in future designs.
2017 Ford GT - Ford today, unveiled the new 2017 Ford GT at the North American International Auto Show. Boasting 600+ horsepower from an EcoBoost V6 with the next-gen twin turbo! Carbon fiber construction along with a seven-speed dual-clutch automatic should prove to make this an instant collectible! How fitting that the car was introduced on the birth date of Carroll Shelby.