Infiniti M45x and EX35 Announced

AutoBlog has the scoop on the latest from Infiniti - the 2008 Ex35, which is a compact version of the FX, and the redesigned M, which will offer the 4.5L V8 with AWD in the M45x.

I've had the good fortune of renting an M35. It's an exceptional car. Add AWD and a v8 and you've got something truly special.

The way FX owners brag about their SUV's handling, the idea of a compact version with the VQ engine in Nissan's latest, greatest state of tune promises lots of practicality along with more fun than an SUV owner should be allowed to have.

BMW to offer 335 xi COUPE

BMW has announced that they will offer the BMW 335xi coupe for about 2 grand more than the sedan. AutoBlog claims it's the first 3-series coupe ever with AWD, but actually the 328xi is currently available in a coupe.

H/T AutoBlog.

After driving my STi for the last year, I have really started to appreciate AWD in a sports car. This sounds really good.

Kyle Busch to drive #18 for Joe Gibbs Racing

As a diehard Bobby Labonte fan, the 18 car is very special to me. And now, Kyle Busch will drive it.

0-60 and 1/4 mi. Times for Stock Vehicles

Thanks to the folks at the Super Coupe Club of Iowa, we have a nice list of 0-60 times and 1/4 mi. times for lots of vehicles, up through the 2007 model year. Bookmark this - it's a great reference.

The times are either magazine test results, or manufacturer claims.

Nice job to those of you maintaining this list... and just for the record - I thought the T-Bird SC and the Cougar XR-7 were cool, too.

Nissan GT-R: rumored 480 PS, 3.8L Twin Turbo

From the folks at 7Tune, more rumors on the highly anticipated Nissan GT-R. They are claiming that the GT-R will make 480 PS from a twin-turbo 3.8L engine with variable valve timing.

H/T AutoBlog.

Edit: the 7Tune article does not describe the engine as a V6. The AutoBlog article does.

Automobile Magazine's top 25 cars

Automobile Magazine has announced their 25 Greatest Cars of All Time. (H/Ts AutoBlog, dBusinessNews.)

The winners, which cover both the 19th and 20th centuries, break down into five segments:

Driving Enthusiast Cars: BWM E30 M3, Ferrari F430, Lotus Elan, Porsche 911 Carrera RS and Volkswagen Rabbit GTI

Technologically Innovative Cars: Audi Quattro, Benz Patent Motorwagen, Citroen Traction Avant, BMC Mini and Bugatti Veyron 16.4

Supercars: McLaren F1, Lamborghini Miura, Mercedes-Benz 300SL, Ferrari F40 and Alfa Romeo 8C 2900B

Racing Cars: Lotus 49, Auto Union, Miller 91, Porsche 917 and Dodge Charger Daytona

Icons: Military Jeep, Volkswagen Beetle, Chevrolet Corvette, Jaguar E-Type and Ford Model T

The larger list of potential nominees is here.

2008 Subaru WRC car to debut in Frankfurt

Hat tip to Autoblog, who tips us off that the 2008 WRC concept will be unveiled in Frankfurt next month. Follow the link for bigger pictures.