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BMW i4 concept, third model in the company’s “Project i” line, to debut at LA Auto Show

The BMW i4 will join the i3 city car and i8 supercar in Bimmer's "i" line of eco-friendly vehicles.
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Sound and fury: 2014 Mercedes-Benz SLS AMG Black Series boasts 622 hp

The Mercedes-Benz SLS AMG Black Series is a hardcore version of the SLS, with more power, less weight, and racy bodywork.
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2014 Subaru Forester to debut at Los Angeles Auto Show

The redesigned 2014 Subaru Forester will feature a more powerful turbocharged engine, a more efficient CVT, and the same all-wheel drive Subaru fans love.
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Fiat 500 EV scheduled for Los Angeles auto show debut

The Fiat 500 EV, also called 500E, might be a serious attempt at an EV, or a low-volume model like the Scion iQ EV.
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2013 Volkswagen Beetle Convertible: Top-down motoring in a retro package

The 2013 Volkswagen Beetle Convertible gets the same styling and mechanical updates as the Beetle hardtop, including a miserly diesel engine.
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Croatian company hoping you will bow before DOK-ING XD, zero emissions EV

Croatian company DOK-ING is hoping to make a big splash with its in-house designed all electric car, the DOK-ING XD.
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Nintendo and West Coast Customs debut real-life Mario Karts

A pair of working Mario Kart vehicles were unveiled at the Los Angeles Auto Show this week.

2012 Fiat 500 Abarth makes its way stateside

Look out for the new America-ready 2012 Fiat 500 Abarth to debut at the Los Angeles Auto Show.
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Ford’s Frugal Fiesta Hits 40 MPG

Ford's pint-sized party vehicle will finally be available in the U.S., bringing a unique six-speed automatic that lets drivers achieve prime fuel economy without shifting manually.

Volkswagen’s Up Lite Hybrid Diesel Hits 70 MPG

Combining a hybrid design with clean diesel technology nets Volkwagen's Up Lite one of the most impressive fuel economy numbers at this year's LA Auto Show.
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Sculpting a Reputation: Jaguar Design Guru Ian Callum on the 2011 XJ

Jaguar's chief designer spills the story of the new 2011 Jaguar XJ, why body kits make him cringe, and how electric vehicles will change the face of automotive design as we know it.
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Green Car 2010: Audi’s Diesel-Powered A3 TDI

The clean diesel Audi A3 TDI bests hybrids and wins Green Car Journal's 2010 Green Car of the Year award.

Porsche Chops Weight, Luxuries for 2011 Boxster Spyder

The lightest and most powerful of all Boxsters sacrifices creature comforts to the Speed Gods.

Mazda Brings Mazda2 Subcompact to North America for 2010

After reaping praise in Europe, Japan and Australia, Mazda's gas-friendly hatchback will make it to North America for the summer of 2010.

BMW Vision EfficientDynamics Concept: 62 MPG and 0-62 in 4.8 Seconds

A lithium-polymer battery pack and two motors push the BMW Vision EfficientDynamics all the way to 155mph.

Fisker Shows Off Production Karma, Ready in 2010

Fisker's Karma plug-in hybrid will sell for $87,900 and debut in the third quarter of 2010.

Jaguar Unwraps 2011 XJ at LA Auto Show Gala

An optional 510-horsepower supercharged V8 and 1200-watt sound system make Jaguar's latest XJ move, inside and out.
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Chevrolet to Debut Volt in California, Partner with Utilities

Lucky Californians will be able to buy the electric-driven Chevrolet Volt late next year, and charge them at over 500 charging stations to be built in cooperation with local utilities.

Honda Goes a Little Nuts with the P-Nut

The three-seated P-Nut offers an unusual seating arrangement and copious glass for urban visibility.
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Toyota Breeds Style with Practicality for Third-Generation Sienna

Toyota's new Sienna boasts sportier car-like styling, and unique options like a split-screen drop-down LCD, which can display two shows at once for passengers.

Chevrolet Booth at LA Auto Show

Check out our photos of Chevrolet's hottest cars from the 2009 LA Auto Show.
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Chevrolet Cruzes to 40 mpg with Cobalt Replacement

The Chevrolet Cruze will offer 40 mpg fuel economy courtesy of a 1.4-liter turbocharged four cylinder engine.

2009 LA Auto Show Preview

We pull the covers off of the early LA Auto Show highlights, including GM’s high-mileage Cruze, the 2011 Ford Mustang, and even a hybrid powered by a microturbine.