Here is peak a boo in the upcoming 2009 North American International Auto Show (NAIAS). One of the most awaited cars Michelin Challenge Design 2009 will be displayed in this auto motor show that will also feature 11 scale models and 24 two-dimensional drawings selected by a jury comprising of top automotive designers.

Created by Michelin North America, Inc., the annual Michelin Challenge Design 2009 has been designed to promote and publicize the original creative thinking and innovation in the vehicle designing by the prestigious automobile company.

Michelin aims to establish a superb relationship with the design community by designing cars like Michelin Challenge Design 2009 that combine technical innovation that will woo the consumers with its elegant design and comfortable driving.

The new Michelin Challenge Design 2009 reflects the company’s commitment to innovative design and consumer satisfaction. Watch out for this car in the upcoming North American International Auto Show and compare it with other displayed car models like Nebula, SunTruck and other similar cars.

All the details of this Toyota concept will be out soon in the auto motor show that is scheduled to take place early next year. This innovative all-electric concept has come up after the Japanese automaker’s push into the electric fuel cell development and their intention to launch an EV in the market along with the next gen Prius hybrid in 2010.

Who knows that after all-electric car, Toyota will launch flying cars to robust the auto motor industry. Not just saving the gasoline fuel, this all-electric car has got many new advanced features. Stay tuned to know more details about the price and other features of this yet to be launched all-electric car concept

Ever thought of owning a Dodge car in less than $20,000? Then, your dream comes true with the new 2009 Dodge Journey available in less than $20,000. The crossover SUV market is growing and launching new models. On the other hand, Chrysler Corporation is expanding with Chrysler Pacifica. Similarly, Dodge is expanding its car-based crossover with its Journey.

Dodge Journey is an all-new midsize crossover bearing a seating capacity for seven people. It comes fitted with four cylinder or V6 power to provide minivan-like utility. These crossovers are built on a car-like structure just like the traditional trick-based SUV that provides improved fuel economy.

The amazing Dodge Journey 2009 car rides smoothly like any big car. Incorporating V6 engine, this car offers plenty of power for driving in 3500-pound towing capacity. A perfect car with a sufficient cargo room, this car is a pleasure for passengers riding in it. It provides unique storage solutions allowing loading items up to nine feet long. 2009 Dodge Journey is a true return for your money with a price under $20,000.

With features and shape different from its 2007 predecessor, Toyota TF108 Concept Car sports a narrow nose appealing design. Toyota in fact developed an upper wing profile to blend into the nose of this concept car but the idea was abandoned and instead went with a new design spanning the entire length over the nose, something similar to that on the McLaren Mercedes.

Retaining the twin/ zero-keel arrangement, Toyota TF108 Concept Car helps to keep disruptions to airflow underneath the nose down in a minimum way. This twin-keel design works well with the sidepods pulled in tighter at the bottom. Previously, this car model incorporated square-like radiator inlets that were less effective.

Chimneys and the t-wing located out of the sidepods are other interesting features of Toyota TF108 Concept Car. This car has been designed to provide ultimate stability with its control systems.

The latest news in the automobile world is that automobile industry giants, GM and Ford stocks record big gains. These recent gains hint to the expectations that investors are showing faith that the automakers like Ford and General Motors will be able to get federal loans.

It was the first time in the last 28 years, when the shares in General Motors Corp. and Ford Motor Co. recorded their biggest single-day gains. On one hand, GMʼs stock gain jumped from $ 1.25 to 35.11 %, i.e. nearly $ 4.81 in the New York Stock Exchange. On the other hand, Ford gained 49 cents or 29.52% in its shares finishing it at $ 2.15.

According to Bloomberg News, these are supposed to be the biggest single-day gains in about three decades for both these automobile makers. Rod Lache, Deutsche Bank analyst revealed that he expected these two biggest automakers to present relatively aggressive restructuring plans to Congress sometime during next week to request for $ 25 billion in federal loans.

The long wait for the Audi fans is about to be over in a few months, as the new 2009 Audi TTS will be reaching the U.S. showrooms by the end of the year. Considered as the first S model for Audi’s sports car since the TT was launched in 1998, 2009 Audi TTS car comes packed with advanced features and functionalities.

The new 2009 Audi TTS is best known for its lightweight and efficient transmission. Apart from this, there is a small turbocharged engine and high fuel mileage that makes this car appreciable. 2009 Audi TTS is expected to be available as a hard-top Coupe or two-seater and convertible-top Roadster.

It comes fitted with lightweight alloy wheels that are upgraded from 17 to 18 inches in diameter. 2009 Audi TTS also sports headlights that are jewel-like bi-xenon projector beams with a unique ribbon of LED bulbs that run horizontally underneath. This car has its front and center portions frame made of aluminum, which reduce the weight by 3075 pounds.

2009 Audi TTS has been on sale since Fall 2008 at an expected price range of $ 54,000 - $ 58,000.

This new Audi A5 Cabriolet Concept has been designed to offer the owner a refined comfort and great everyday utility. The Audi A5 Cabriolet Concept comes with seven powerful engines as well an agile suspension and a great range of high-end options. Owing to all these features, this car is now considered as the top-of-the-line model of Audi’s new family of convertibles.

Audi A5 Cabriolet Concept will hit the markets in the year 2009 at a price starting from EUR 37,300 for the 1.8 TFSI model with 118 kW and six-speed manual transmission. This new concept allows you to fold its top. Its lightweight softtop can open in just 15 seconds and close in 17 seconds.

The new Audi A5 Cabriolet Concept comes in various models including, three gasoline engines and two diesel engines. All these five models are fueled via direct injection and out of them, four use turbo charging.

In the New Year 2009, you can buy your new Jaguar XJ. Yes, as per expectations, the new model of Jaguar XJ is going to be unveiled in 2009. It will be something different unlike the old styling Jaguar car. It will feature many old features with along with an array of new features.

Jaguar XJ 2009 will come with improved leg space and footroom for rear seat passengers. Not only this, it will come equipped with seat heaters like in other Jaguar models. Navigation in this car model will be more or less similar like that in other models. It will come in three models, including an Executive model, a Sovereign model and a Super V8 model.

Executive Jaguar XJ 2009 will incorporate a 2.7-litre diesel engine along with GPS satellite navigation. It will also have front and rear parking aids. Moreover, there will be Bi-xenon headlamps and bright mesh lower grille and side vents. It is expected to be prices at GBP44,599.

On the other hand, Sovereign Jaguar XJ 2009 model will feature a 4.2-liter supercharged engine and a luxurious interior. It will also have chrome side vents and rich oak veneer finishing. This model is priced at GBP57,760.

The third model, Super V8 Jaguar XJ 2009 will come with 4.2-liter engine and same luxurious interiors and chrome side vents like the ones present in Sovereign model. It is priced at GBP57,760.

Honda calls this new FC Sport Concept “a glimpse of how super cars of the future may look”. Some of the best things about Honda FC are that firstly there is no bulky gearbox in it. Secondly, it allows you store the stack anywhere unlike as in the usual front, mid or rear-engine formats.

This one is a lightweight sports car of the next generation that claims zero emissions and a very low center of gravity. Thanks to the fuel-cell technology that the majority of the car mass is held between the axles.

If you will notice Honda FC closely, you will notice there are two fuel storage tanks that are visible from the above. Its V-Flow fuel-cell stack is placed somewhere between the rear seats just above the low-slung battery pack. So, get sporty with this sports car.

Those who have gone through the exclusive 21 photos of 2010 Porsche Panamera won’t deny that its design has been inspired from the recently-revisted Cayman and Boxster. This new model of Porsche is expected to compete with the more expensive models of Aston Martin Rapide and Lamborghini Estoque and BMW CS is expected to be its closest rival.

Talking about the interiors of 2010 Porsche Panamera, there is a driver-oriented dashboard and comfortable seating for four with an additional cargo space when the rear seat backs are folded. 2010 Porsche Panamera incorporates a 4.8-liter V8, which will deliver 400 hp, while the Turbo variant will deliver 500 hp.

According to expectations, 2010 Porsche Panamera will be priced somewhere around $ 127,000.