Sunday, March 4, 2012

The ah and blah from La-La land; The hits, misses and mysteries of L.A. auto show.(News)

Byline: Bob Gritzinger, Mark Vaughn AutoWeek

While auto shows tend to be grab bags - featuring a little bit of this and a little bit of that - a sizable batch of debuts here were swathed in green.

Several automakers used the show to launch vehicles with an Earth-friendly slant, perhaps hoping to grab share in a stagnant market. Here's a look at what worked and what didn't.

Hits

Hyundai Genesis coupe concept: This concept packs serious promise for those who prefer rear-drive performance but are not totally sold on a Ford Mustang or future Chevy Camaro. With the Genesis, Hyundai has its sights set on the "drift'' market - a group that's …

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