2011 LA Auto Show: The Gallery
Did a quick run through of the LA Auto Show that occurred last month during Thanksgiving week. Pretty much if it was a hybrid, electric, or SUV vehicle it made a debut at this show. There was a small spattering of sporty compact cars though, so all in all it was an alright show. The aftermarket area was alright and we didn't even bother stepping into the showroom of cars we would never have a chance to obtain in my lifetime. Check out the gallery after the jump to spot what's up and coming with the North American auto industry.
Wanna test drive a Porsche?
Porsche plans to open a new test track for its Porsche Driving Experience at a facility to be built next summer in Carson, Calif., just down the freeway from downtown Los Angeles.
Southern California is by far Porsche's biggest market, so this move makes sense. Potential Porsche pilots will test the limits of adhesion on road courses, a drag strip and a skidpad wedged into the intersection of the San Diego and Harbor freeways. It'll be safer than driving on the freeway.
In addition to two road courses, the 200-foot skidpad and some low-friction surfaces, there will be off-road sections for trying out the Cayenne SUV. Also on hand will be vintage Porsches, conference rooms and a restaurant serving--we can only hope--schnitzel.
It follows an existing facility at the Silverstone circuit in the United Kingdom. Another Experience Center is planned near Porsche's new U.S. headquarters in Atlanta.
via autoweek.com
- infamousjj
Heading Home to Honda
This is a rare treat indeed! For all you S2K owners out there, including me, you might want to check out this little event to occur at Honda Headquarters in Torrance, CA. To gain entrance into the hallowed grounds of Honda all you need is an S2K to get in. That's right, no S2K, no entrance for you...unless you happen to be a passenger. Inside the forbidden city you will find the new 2008 Honda S2000 CR. Yup, the big snow plow nose of a car will be there for viewing. The free event will be on September 8th and will also be part BBQ/meet with giveaways! Hundreds of owners have already committed to go so make sure to register online at Honda! [Honda Homecoming!]