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Scion bringing xB Release Series 6.0 to Detroit
Scion xB Release Series 6.0
Scion will continue its habit of offering tweaked versions of its wares as "Release Series" models at next week's Detroit Auto Show where the Scion xB Release Series 6.0 will be revealed. As is de rigeur for these special editions, the R.S. 6.0 will get its own paint color, "Absolutely Red" (it's a standard color for the Yaris), along with a unique front grille and wheel covers (seriously, wheel covers?). Inside, a new Pioneer Audio Visual Navigation system is included on the R.S., along with matching red accents on various trim pieces and seat fabric, as well as four-color interior lighting.
Want one? Only 2,500 copies will be produced, so act fast and be prepared to drop an extra $1,743 over the base xB's price of $15,750. Add an extra $950 for an automatic transmission (if you must) and an extra $320 for a color-matched rear spoiler.Gallery: Scion xB Release Series 6.0
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Formula Me, Too: racing scions sign for new series
They laughed when the FIA announced the new Formula 2 series, but preparations are under way with a talented roster of up-and-coming drivers already lining up. And with the sons of former racing legends - including names like Rosberg, Piquet and Villeneuve - already having made it into Formula 1, the new series has signed Henry Surtees to drive in its inaugural season.
The son of John Surtees, the only world champion on two wheels and four, Henry has been racking up victories in the lower rungs on the single-seater racing ladder. Though his father John is old enough to be his grandfather (18 and 74 respectively), the former champion has remained actively involved in motorsports and manages his son's career. They'll have company, though, as former F1 driver Martin Blundle's son, Alex, will also be competing for the honors in the resurgent F2 series, alongside the not-too-bad-to-look-at Natacha Gachnang and a quickly growing line-up of fresh talent.
[Source: FIA Formula 2 Championship]
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