Mercedes introduces the 2008 C-Class
For some reason, American and Japanese auto companies get punished for making cars that look a lot like other cars, and when the Germans do it, it's a good thing. The difference between the Audi A4 and A8 is size and the same, for the most part, goes for the 3 and 7 series.

Well, the new 2008 C-Class looks a heck of a lot like the much more expensive S-Class, and wouldn't you know it... it's awesome. From an even more upscale interior, stronger lines, a wider stance, and more size everywhere, the C-Class certainly looks the part of German winner.

While the looks change quite a bit, the engines stay pretty much the same, with 272 HP on tap from the venerable 3.5. A seven speed tranny gets thrown into the mix to add a little more exclusivity. If it drives like it looks, then the 3 Series may finally have a worthy foe. Check out the preview from Edmonds for more info.

RPM Daily 2008 Cadillac CTS Preview
When the 2008 Cadillac CTS was first unveiled at NAIAS all the hype that lead to that moment was justified. A much more refined exterior showed that "Art and Science" can be smooth and civilized. It showed that Cadillac and cheap interiors would no longer co-exist on the same page again. When GM Brass declared 300+ HP from its high-feature 3.6L it showed that Cadillac will no longer be overpowered. The CTS has once again clawed its way back to the top, and it's ready to take on Lexus and BMW.

Read the rest of the RPM Daily Cadillac CTS Peview.

2008 Volvo C30 Review
The 2008 Volvo C30 is based off of Ford's global C1 platfom and is very closely related to the S40 that has been out since early in 2004. The car was originally unveiled as the Volvo Safety concept and later at the 2006 NAIAS.

The hot little hatch is finally production ready with its 218 HP turbo five and FWD-only chassis. Volvo has modest goals of 65,000 sales per year... and of that number 3/4 will be sold in Europe. Forbes has the full review.

2008 Dodge Viper Preview
When the first Vipers came out almost two decades ago it was the sweetest domestic vehicle I'd ever seen. After a while it began to lose its luster. Chrysler is hoping to change that for the 2008 model year as the new Viper gets over 600 HP out of the 8.4L V10. That is a lot of HP for the crown jewel of the Dodge empire. Check out the preview from The Car Connection.

RPM Daily Preview: 2008 Chevy Malibu
In all honesty, how many cars are uglier
than the current Malibu?  It's no beauty.  
But GM and design boss Ed Welburn
have been working hard to rectify the
situation.  I'd say they've succeeded with
the 2008 Malibu.  Read More.