Hey all, long time no write, but I finally have something of value to add... at least I think so. I got some insider info on the L.A. auto show media info. I got my hands on a CD-ROM with some photos and press release fact sheets. Hope you all like 'em! (These are low-res versions, if you want hi-res, just let me know)


There is also a press release (larger .doc file) that says that the Mazda CX-7 (crossover) will be making its World debut along with the BMW M6 returning among others...

 

 

More than 1,000 of the newest automobiles will be on display at the LA Auto Show, with over 30 making their World or North American debut. From fuel-efficient hybrids, crossovers, pickups and SUVs to luxury sedans, powerful sports cars and concepts, consumers can conveniently explore a full range of vehicles to suit every need.


...World & North
American Debuts:
2006 Audi Q7 2006 Maybach 57S
2006 BMW M6 2007 Mazda CX-7
2006 Bugatti Veyron 2007 Mercedes-Benz S-Class
2007 Chevrolet Aveo 2007 Pontiac Solstice GXP
2006 Chevrolet Corvette Z06 2006 Porsche Cayman S
2007 Chevrolet Suburban 2006 Saab 9-3 Conv. 20th Anniv. SE
2006 Ferrari F430 Pista 2006 Spyker C12 LaTurbie
2006 Fisker Latigo 2006 Spyker C8 Laviolette
2006 Fisker Tramonto 2007 Toyota Yaris
2007 GMC Yukon XL 2007 Volkswagen Eos
2006 Lotus Exige 2006 Volkswagen GTI
2006 Maserati Quattroporte Sport GT

Concept Vehicles:
Audi Shooting Brake Hyundai NEOS III
Audi Q7 Hybrid Jeep Gladiator
Chevrolet Cheyenne Jeep Hurricane
Chrysler Firepower Maserati Birdcage 75th
Dodge Nitro Mitsubishi Eclipse Ralliart
GM Sequel

 

take a look at that jeep, forget donuts, how bout perfect 360 degree circles

 

haha, thats like Nissan's rear active steering system to the next level lol. sort of remind me of those cars in Irobot that can go side ways with those sphericle tires

 

At least one of those debuts is a car that I can go testdrive and purchase right now, others have already made debuts (Solstice GXP was at SEMA)

And for people wondering why I had the WTF above it's because there were no pics for a while :D

 

I like that porshe and audi

 

I really wish the LA Auto Show wasn't scheduled so close to the Detroit show. They get all the newest, coolest debuts and concepts, and we get the leftovers. It's too bad Detroit is still considered the heart of the automobile industry here in the USA, since California is home to several of the top automotive design schools and R&D operations for several manufacturers. LA deserves more respect!