20thStDad Posted December 14, 2010 Share Posted December 14, 2010 Hey, don't be dissing analog clocks! I have one in my vehicle. That dash looks a lot better to me. Maybe it's just the overall styling as opposed to the individual element that I don't like. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gwilson Posted December 18, 2010 Share Posted December 18, 2010 Hey, don't be dissing analog clocks! I have one in my vehicle. Infiniti M, I presume. I love the analog clock in my QX. Too bad it is too low to be of any real use. I've had several cars that had analog clocks in them in the past 10 years. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Subdude Posted December 19, 2010 Author Share Posted December 19, 2010 Hey, don't be dissing analog clocks! I have one in my vehicle. Not dissing the analog clocks, but I thought they were a bit of a fad with luxury cars at the moment. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Subdude Posted December 19, 2010 Author Share Posted December 19, 2010 One styling trend I really like is the more creative use of lighting on new cars. This is really starting to become as much of a brand statement as the common grill shape or (the bad trend) of taking the same car and blowing it up to 120% (7-series), or shrinking it to 70% (3-series).IMO, BMW started it with the angel eyes way back in 2001ish, and now it is finally catching on with nearly all automakers. Cooler shapes and lighting of taillights, LED DRLs (which are running the risk of becoming passe), LEDs all over the interior, etc. While I'm a bit partial, I thnk VW/Audi has nailed it. My CC doesn't have LED taillights, but I love the "alien-eyes" effect at night. My favorite might be the 2011 Q7's taillights. Beautiful!Agreed that use of lighting is one area where car design has improved. Shortly full LED headlights will be common. Ever notice how may taillights embed circular forms? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fringe Posted December 20, 2010 Share Posted December 20, 2010 Infiniti M, I presume.I love the analog clock in my QX. Too bad it is too low to be of any real use. I've had several cars that had analog clocks in them in the past 10 years.EX Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Urbannizer Posted December 20, 2010 Share Posted December 20, 2010 2012 Ford C-Max, Link Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
travelguy_73 Posted December 20, 2010 Share Posted December 20, 2010 2012 Ford C-Max,LinkWe had a Mazda5 rental a couple of years ago, and I was impressed with it, though it was pretty underpowered. If you have a small family, it really does fit the bill. Hopefully by adding a second model in this niche, more attention will be paid. I would really like to see the German automakers get into this segment as well. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Urbannizer Posted December 23, 2010 Share Posted December 23, 2010 2012 Mercedes C-Class - Facelift and new interior Link Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
travelguy_73 Posted December 23, 2010 Share Posted December 23, 2010 The new C-class interior looks nicer than the el-cheapo current version, but the rest of the updates are blah. Not that the exterior needed messing with, it's already pretty attractive. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Urbannizer Posted January 6, 2011 Share Posted January 6, 2011 2012 Buick Verano Link Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Urbannizer Posted January 10, 2011 Share Posted January 10, 2011 2012 Chevy Aveo Sonic Sedan Interior Hatchback Link Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Urbannizer Posted January 10, 2011 Share Posted January 10, 2011 2012 Toyota Prius V Link Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Urbannizer Posted January 10, 2011 Share Posted January 10, 2011 2012 Hyundai Veloster Link Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Urbannizer Posted January 11, 2011 Share Posted January 11, 2011 2012 VW Passat Link Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
20thStDad Posted January 11, 2011 Share Posted January 11, 2011 The Passat is looking kind of Camry. It was always a bit different but seems to be losing that. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Subdude Posted January 11, 2011 Author Share Posted January 11, 2011 The Passat is looking kind of Camry. It was always a bit different but seems to be losing that.I think that's what they want - to have the Passat seen as a Camry alternative. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LTAWACS Posted January 11, 2011 Share Posted January 11, 2011 Looks more like the new Taurus' little brother. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Subdude Posted January 13, 2011 Author Share Posted January 13, 2011 I think the Prius V is a good idea. I wouldn't mind something like that, but I can't stand the center-oriented dashboard. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Urbannizer Posted January 13, 2011 Share Posted January 13, 2011 (edited) I think that's what they want - to have the Passat seen as a Camry alternative.Thats pretty much what they want, their will be a 7k price cut from the 2012 Passat to better compete with other midsize sedans. Current one starts at 27k. Edited January 13, 2011 by Urbannizer Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Urbannizer Posted January 13, 2011 Share Posted January 13, 2011 2012 Mercedes SLK Link Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Urbannizer Posted January 13, 2011 Share Posted January 13, 2011 (edited) 2012 Chrysler 200 Convertible Link Edited January 13, 2011 by Urbannizer Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Urbannizer Posted January 16, 2011 Share Posted January 16, 2011 Ford Focus Wagon will return to the U.S in 2012 Link Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Urbannizer Posted February 11, 2011 Share Posted February 11, 2011 2012 Mercedes C-Class Coupe Link Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LTAWACS Posted February 11, 2011 Share Posted February 11, 2011 blah Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fringe Posted February 16, 2011 Share Posted February 16, 2011 Supercar coming to the US Pagani Huayra I got 2 on order. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
barracuda Posted February 16, 2011 Share Posted February 16, 2011 Supercar coming to the US Pagani Huayra I got 2 on order. A car like that is wasted in the U.S. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
20thStDad Posted February 16, 2011 Share Posted February 16, 2011 Supercar coming to the US Pagani Huayra I got 2 on order. A car with that ground clearance would be destroyed in a week driving around Houston. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Urbannizer Posted February 18, 2011 Share Posted February 18, 2011 2012 Honda Civic Link Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
travelguy_73 Posted February 18, 2011 Share Posted February 18, 2011 2012 Honda Civic LinkThat thing is literally jacked up! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LTAWACS Posted February 18, 2011 Share Posted February 18, 2011 LOL Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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