Video: Cadillac Ciel Concept at 2011 Miami Auto Show

The Automotive Addicts crew had the opportunity to attend the 2011 Miami Auto Show. During our visit, the highlight that took our breath away was the Cadillac Ciel Concept vehicle. Below is a video of this stunning concept car that hopefully Cadillac will bring to fruition one day.

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Ultra Evolution “Summer JAM” Car Show Orlando, FL Route 46 Presented by NOS

This past Saturday our Orlando, FL based photographer Brandon Connelly headed out to Route 46 Entertainment District, home of Orlando’s Cars & Cafe every month, for the Ultra Evolution: Summer Jam car show. The show was a hot one with temperatures as of late reaching the near 100s and we can say we were lucky enough to escape the rain as well!  However, the heat did not keep the true car enthusiasts away as many decided to brave the heat and either show their cars or just check out the show. Cars were parked as tight as possible since R46 isn’t exactly the largest of areas but none the less, it was a nice turnout of rides.

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2011 Chicago Auto Show: 2012 Camaro ZL1 Revealed

After months of speculation, the new uber-Camaro was revealed today at the Chicago Auto Show. To the surprise of many, the car didn’t carry the expected Z/28 nameplate; instead, Chevy opted to label the car the Camaro ZL1. Don’t feel bad if you don’t know the significance of that name, since it was used only once, as an internal order code for an aluminum-block racing engine option on the 1969 Camaro. Only 69 were ever built with the ZL1 order code, and their performance and value is the stuff of legend. What better way to honor the name than by building the most powerful and most capable Camaro in Chevrolet’s history? Read more

Chrysler Rolls Out 200 Convertible For Chicago

If you’re at the Chicago Auto Show this week, chances are good you’re not driving a convertible (at least not with the top down). The cold weather isn’t stopping Chrysler, who plans to unveil the new 200 Convertible in Chicago. Chrysler wants us to know the 200 is no Sebring drop top, and their press release emphasizes the changes. The 200, we’re told, is “redesigned, re-engineered, re-packaged and re-priced for 2011”. In other words, throw out any preconceived notions you may have had about Chrysler convertibles based on past experience. Read more

Ford’s Vertrek Concept Is The Future Of Compact SUVs

Ford isn’t calling their Vertrek concept a replacement for the aging Escape just yet, but the writing is on the wall. Ford’s published comparison charts showing the Vertrek against both the Escape and the E.U. market Kuga; if I were a betting man, I’d be comfortable putting money down on the Vertrek as a global platform replacement for both existing compact SUVs. It’s based on their C-Segment architecture, and it’s no secret that Ford has ambitious plans for the platform in the coming years. It’s an ideal fit for both the 1.6 and 2.0 liter EcoBoost engines (on this side of the pond), and Ford has stated that the 2.0 liter Duratorq diesel will fit under the hood in the EU (where 96% of Kugas are sold with diesel motors). I’m pretty sure it’s a matter of “when” we see it in dealer showrooms, not “if” like most concept vehicles. Read more

Automotive News Names 2010′s Coolest Concept Cars

Concept cars are a lot like Playboy centerfolds: they’re generally enhanced to focus on beauty over function, you usually can’t gets your hands on one and if you do, chances are it won’t meet your expectations. Like centerfolds, concept cars are meant to be things of ethereal beauty, unattainable to mere mortals. The best we can hope for is a trickle-down effect, where styling elements from concept cars (or centerfolds) make it to production cars (or your girlfriend). Each year, manufacturers highlight the work of their design studios at auto shows around the globe. Most of these concepts will never see production, but will live on the body panels and interiors of cars yet to be built.

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Cars For The Cure 2010 Car Show Lake Mary, FL

AutomotiveAddicts.com’s owner and editors had the chance to attend the 6^th annual Cars For The Cure show in Lake Mary, FL this weekend. A plethora of exotic cars were in attendance. Also present at the show were a few rare automobiles including an astonishing 1958 Porsche. We captured several images of these vehicles and wanted to share a select few of them with you. Enjoy!

Cars For The Cure 2009

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Festivals of Speed Orlando and Miami, FL Videos

This year’s Festivals of Speed shows held in Orlando, FL and Miami, FL welcomed some of the most expensive and beautiful cars around. We were more than happy to be one of the many prominent sponsors of such an event. Below are two videos of the events, one covering Orlando and the other Miami. Enjoy!

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