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Lets repeat after me: The Passionate Pursuit of Perfection!

Personally I think V6 engines that develop less than 200hp, regardless of displacement, are just plainly pathetic. Why bother, seriously, since the modern day 4-bangers are capable of achieving the same performance while doing it more efficiently (fuel economy wise). Here's the list of cars that are equipped with sub-200hp V6 engines: Chrysler Sebring: Dodge Charger: Jeep Compass: Jeep Patriot: Kia Rondo: Kia Optima: As you can see, there are not a whole lot of them...

  Recently reported, Acura is working on a “huge shift” next year that will move the brand closer to tier 1 luxury brands such as BMW, Mercedes-Benz and Lexus. There is also a chance that we'll see Acura's version of M/AMG/RS/F. Here's what I thought: Well, before walking Acura needs to prove that:   1...

Granted the RL was plain but at least it wasn't ugly, well that's not the case anymore. Folks here's the 2009 Acura RL: Seriously, I think Acura has gotten a little bit carry away with that shield grille design. Can someone please tell the Acura designers that IT DOESN'T LOOK GOOD...

So far this is strictly a rumor which originated from the Japanese magazine Holiday Auto <motormagazine.co.jp/2007/12/20081_4.html#more>. If that is to be believed, the Lexus LF-A has put in a dominant performance on Nürburgring, lapping the track in 7:24. If true, it would make the LF-A the fastest production car to run the ring...

Wards has just announced the ten best engines award for 2008, and the winners are: • Audi AG: FSI 2.0L turbocharged DOHC I-4 (Audi A3) • BMW AG: 3.0L turbocharged DOHC I-6 (335i Coupe) • Daimler AG: 3.0L DOHC V-6 Turbodiesel (Mercedes E320 CDI) • Ford Motor Co.: 4.6L SOHC V-8 (Mustang Shelby GT/Bullitt) • General Motors Corp.: 3.6L DOHC V-6 (Cadillac CTS) • General Motors Corp.: 6.0L OHV V-8 Hybrid (GMC Yukon Hybrid) • Honda Motor Co. Ltd.: 3.5L SOHC V-6 (Accord Coupe) • Mazda Motor Corp.: 2.3L DISI turbocharged DOHC I-4 (Mazdaspeed3) • Nissan Motor Co. Ltd.: 3.7L DOHC V-6 (Infiniti G37) • Toyota Motor Corp.: 3.5L DOHC V-6 (Lexus IS 350) Overall I think this is a good list, the only engine that I don't think it's deserved to make the list is Audi's 2.0T I4...

With the modern V6s hitting 300HP mark and over I don't understand the point for those V8s with less than 350HP. Here's the breakdown for all the current high output V6s: Honda J37A1: Displacement - 3664 cc HP - 300 Torque - 275 ft·lbf Technology - SOHC VTEC First appearance: 2007 MDX   Nissan VQ35HR: Displacement - 3498 cc HP - 306 Torque - 268 ft·lbf Technology - Direct inject, CVTC with hydraulic actuation on the intake cam and electromagnetic on the exhaust cam First appearance: 2007 G35   Nissan VQ37VHR: Displacement - 3696 cc HP - 330 Torque - 270 ft·lbf Technology - Direct inject, CVTC with hydraulic actuation on the intake cam and electromagnetic on the exhaust cam, VVEL (Variable Valve Event and Lift) First appearance: 2008 G37 Coupe   Toyota 2GR-FSE: Displacement - 3456 cc HP - 306 Torque - 277 ft·lbf Technology - Duel direct inject (combines gasoline direct injection with traditional port injection), dual-VVT-i (variable valve timing on both the intake and exhaust cams) First appearance: 2006 IS350   GM LLT: Displacement - 3564 cc HP - 304 Torque - 273 ft·lbf Technology - Direct inject, VVT First apperance: 2008 CTS

I don't know about the general public but I have zero problem with recalls, yup '0' as in nada, zip.   To me when the manufacture issues a recall is a good thing because that means they are willing to stand behind their products and I get to fix my car for free.   What I do have problem with is manufactures not willing to stand behind their warranties or simply just not honoring it...

I'll make Cadillac to be the definition of modern American luxury and that is:   - Bold in design (Art & Science) - Having adequate but not over the top power - Excellent balance between performance and comfort. Doesn't have to rival BMW in handling but definitly shouldn't be a boulevard cruiser. - Interior design, material and fit-n'-finish has to be class-leading...

I don't think it's fair to say that "Hyundai is not selling", as matter of fact, just by looking at the increasing number of models over the last couple years one should know that Hyundai is coming along nicely.   However, it's not all "living happily after" for the Hyundai camp IMO. The biggest concern is Sonata, spin it all you want but let's face it, the car did NOT live up to the expectation...