LA Auto Show 2015

Known for retrofitting electric powertrains to classic Volkswagen Beetles, San Diego-based Zelectric Motors recently completed its coolest conversion yet: a 1964 Volkswagen Type 2, complete with signature first-generation split windshield.

The Jeep Wrangler remains one of the most off-road-capable 4x4s on the planet. Aftermarket builder US Specialty Vehicles sees some room for improvement in the way it expresses its intentions, though. It's created the Rhino XT, the all-terrain SUV reinvented.

Alfa Romeo is making its comeback to North America, which started with the introduction of the 4C last year. Now comes the re-introduction of the Giulia sports sedan, a rear-wheel drive beauty that packs 505 Ferrari stallions under its hood and sprints to 60 miles per hour in less than four seconds

Mazda has taken the covers off its new CX-9 SUV. Designed to ferry the kids to school in style, the CX-9 will be powered by a 2.5-liter engine debuting new turbo technology that cuts down on lag.

Not only does the three-wheeled two-seat Elio look pretty cool, but its manufacturers promise great fuel economy, peppy performance, and a sub-$7,000 price tag. Now, Elio Motors has unveiled the latest prototype of the vehicle, the P5.​

Quanergy Systems is set to introduce its first solid-state light detection and ranging (LiDAR) sensor for advanced driver assistance systems and self-driving cars. The system will cost less than US$1,000 per car and was previewed at the Los Angeles Auto Show's Connected Car Expo.

Nissan is showcasing its Color Studio program at the LA Auto Show, featuring two Juke models decked out in black and yellow. The Color Studio allows buyers to customize many trim pieces on the Juke (and now the Versa Note) and these special new Stinger Editions are designed to showcase that.

At the Los Angeles Auto Show, Fiat unveiled a new rendition of an old favorite, the Fiat 124 Spider. Based on the MX-5 and to be built at Mazda’s Hiroshima facility, the Fiat 124 is a small, beautiful modern roadster.

The VW Beetle might have started life as low-cost transport for the masses, but its modern reinvention has been all about style. The latest addition to the stable is no different, taking inspiration from modified "Baja Bugs" to create the rugged-looking Beetle Dune.