LA Auto Show 2013

The 2013 LA Auto Show Design Challenge has been won by SAIC Motor Corp. The Chinese automaker’s “Mobiliant” concept saw off competition from eight contenders who where challenged to create forward-looking designs under the theme "Biomimicry & Mobility 2025 – Nature's Answer to Human Challenges."

This month's LA Auto Show offered a look at the car technologies of the future – fuel cells, hybrid powertrains and self-driving systems. Of course, there was plenty of flash and hot styling, too.

Jeep's latest trio of special editions were on display at the recent LA Auto Show, encouraging show goers to escape the metropolis and chew up California's sand, rock, snow and dirt.

Land Rover's new Long Wheelbase Range Rover and the Autobiography Black Edition that made their US debut last week stretch the unibody in front of the rear wheels enough to give 5.5-inches (140mm) more rear seat legroom and provide more space to cram in more luxury touches.

At this week's LA Auto Show, both Honda and Hyundai shared their respective visions for the future of fuel cell automobiles. These debuts have people talking a little more about hydrogen-fueled electric driving.

At first, the idea of Porsche making a compact SUV seems like Heston Blumenthal opening a rib joint. Notwithstanding, Porsche figured that it could mix a sports car with a small 4x4 and on Tuesday presented the new Macan SUV line to the world at the Los Angeles Auto Show.

The beautiful supercar that Mercedes launched but a few years ago is navigating its way toward an end. The SLS AMG GT Final Edition will be the last opportunity for customers to get their SLS AMG.

VIA Motors has revealed a tonneau cover for its eREV40 electric pickup truck that packs solar panels. The company claims the device adds an extra 10 miles (16 km) of all-electric driving range to its vehicle.