New Car Prices & Research

If you paid any attention to the Geneva Motor Show this year, you probably noticed a trend. Sure, there were a few crossovers, and Volkswagen showed off that electric dune buggy concept, but really, Geneva was a supercar show. From the 1,600-hp Koenigsegg Jesko and its twin-turbocharged V-8 to the 1,900-hp all-electric Pininfarina Battista, the show was full of cars that belong on bedroom posters. Aston went even further, bringing three mid-engine supercars to Geneva. Aston Martin is much better known for its front-engine cars. And when it does them well, Aston does them really well. Just look at the 2019 DBS Superleggera. It's stunning from almost every angle, the twin-turbo V-12 cranks out 715 hp and 664 lb-ft of torque, and despite being a comfortable grand tourer, it delivers truly incredible driving dynamics. But if Aston wants to run with the Ferraris and Lamborghinis of this world, it needs mid-engine supercars. Like the AM-RB 001 that became the Valkyrie, don't expect the alpha-numeric nomenclature of the AM-RB 003 to make it to the production car. From what we've heard, it will probably be called the Valhalla. But we do expect most of the cool features that grabbed our attention in Geneva to carry over. And based on Aston's claims that the production car will outperform the Ferrari LaFerrari and Porsche 918 Spyder, we have a feeling the hybrid powertrain will be good for at least 1,000 hp. Add in the lightweight construction, flexible active aero, and quick-change oil system, and you have a recipe for a car we can't wait to drive.

If there are only two of you, fold those rear seats down to get nearly 65 cubic feet of space. With that kind of room, a larger grill, a bigger cooler, and better chairs, and even a table can comfortably fit back there. Like the Mazda CX-5 and other crossovers, the Subaru Forester is an all-around tailgating vehicle. The balance between cargo space and seating is perfect for those who may not be as serious about a full-blown tailgating party, and only need to pack a small cooler, folding chairs, and a small grill. Crossovers, with plenty of room for passengers and cargo alike, speak for themselves when it comes to tailgating. The last of the three crossovers on our list is the Mitsubishi Outlander, which offers three rows of seating and just over 10 cubic feet of rear cargo room behind that last row of seats. Throw them down, and that space opens up to 34 cubic feet, putting it on par with the Mazda CX-5.

With a versatile cabin, the Outlander can haul either more passengers or game-day gear, depending on what’s needed. The Rockford Fosgate premium audio system with a 10-inch, dual-voice coil subwoofer with Punch Control provides the perfect medium to deliver the tunes to get any fan pumped before kickoff. When you think of tailgating, you usually think of larger vehicles such as trucks, crossovers, and the occasional minivan, not a wagon. The Mercedes-Benz E350 4Matic Wagon has something to offer that only a few other vehicles on this list can boast. While its luxurious amenities include comfortable seating, DVD entertainment system, and a good sound system, the E350 also features a rear-facing row of seats. Throw up that tailgate, unpack the grill and all your game-day goodies, and it offers the perfect perch. It might not have the most cargo room, but partying in luxury is never out of style. The Honda Fit is no doubt the smallest vehicle on our list, but it makes it for a reason. The name says it all: It’s easy to make most things “fit” inside. Recently revamped, the Honda Fit offers 57.3 cubic feet of cargo space with the rear seats folded, an app suite for the perfect pregame tunes, and a comfortable ride to and from the stadium. But perhaps its most attractive feature is its small stature. When traveling into a different team’s territory, it’s unassuming and doesn’t draw attention. When you need to make a quick exit after your team has demolished the home team, it can easily weave in and out of traffic.

Puntiki:This car is a classic. It was produced from 1948-1966 and around 78,000 were built in both coupe and convertible form. It is estimated that over half of the cars produced are still around today. It is a timeless car and a convertible version is on my wish list. Pablo: Oh yes. This car is indeed a classic. It is, aside from the quintessential 911 the very essence of what Porsche represents. The 356 represents an era of automobile that was fun, spunky and shamelessly self-centred. And the best thing about the car is that they were reliable (aside from the tonneau) and well made. However, I have to say that the 300SL gullwing is by far a better classic, and arguably better looking as well. The 356 has its spiritual replacement in the 1996 Boxster, a car that saved Porsche from being gobbled up by one of the big German three.

12%). The Vans unit also recorded strong sales growth in Eastern Europe, where the results improved by 26% to 6,700 units. In the NAFTA region, the new sales organization of Mercedes-Benz Vans in the U.S. Canada got off to a resounding start, boosting sales to 5,200 units (January-June 2009: 300 units). Revenues rose by 33% in the first half of 2010, to €3,674 million. EBIT grew substantially from minus €101 million in the first half of 2009 to €191 million between January and June of this year. This improvement in earnings was primarily the result of higher sales compared to the previous year, particularly in Western Europe. Thanks to a return on sales of 5.2% in the first half of the year, Mercedes-Benz Vans is among the leaders in profitability in the vans sector. Volker Mornhinweg, Head of Mercedes-Benz Vans, talked today in Stuttgart about the business development of Mercedes-Benz Vans in the first half of 2010 and the strategy of the division.