Nope, it's Still Ugly

2012 Porsche Panamera S Hybrid

Even with a green hybrid engine, this car is still ugly from ever single angle. This is the all new Porsche Panamera S Hybrid. It has the same engine as its SUV counterpart, the Cayenne S Hybrid: a 3.0-liter 333 horsepower Supercharged V6 engine combined with a 47 horsepower electric motor, bringing the total horses to 380. 0 to 60 is done in just 6 seconds on its way to a top speed of 168 MPH. Besides being fast, it is rather fuel efficient. Porsche says it will do 34.5 MPG in the U.S. Prices start at $95,000, which seems like a lot and is totally ridiculous. It might save you money at the pump, but it's still ugly.

Vantage Point

2011 Aston Martin V8 Vantage S

The Vantage is getting more and more powerful by the moment. Last year, we saw the V12 Vantage take form. This year, the V8 Vantage is adding an S to its mark to signify that it's now more powerful. And I really do mean more powerful. The last Vantage had 420 horsepower. This one has 430, a 10 horsepower increase from the last one. 0 to 60 is now done in 4.4 seconds with a new top speed of 189 MPH. This trumps the last generations speed of just 183 MPH. This speed is achieved thanks to Aston Martin's new 7-speed ShortShift II semi-automatic transmission. The car also borrowed some lightweightyness and stylings from its big brother, the V12 Vantage. The V8 Vantage S will be available in coupe and roadster versions...

2011 Aston Martin V8 Vantage S Roadster

...starting this summer.

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The Future of Efficiency

2012 Tesla Model S

Here's another Prius-alternative. Straight out of Tesla, it's the Model S, Tesla's first electric sedan. We've seen the actual car unveiled a couple of years ago. But, before it goes into production next year, the Model S will be thoroughly tested by computer programs and test drivers. The model you see here is the Αlpha stage model, which was tested last year. The βeta Stage begins this year. But, it seems the car is making progress as it is. Test drivers of the Model S have already acknowledged the car for being nimble and agile for a car of its size. They also complement it for being very comfortable and very futuristic. Tesla has released a small clip showcasing the Αlpha Stage car in action. Check it out below.

Model S Alpha Hits the Road from Tesla Motors on Vimeo.

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