Yearly Archives: 2007
Honda CR-Z Concept Unveiled…Finally a Successor to the CR-X?
Honda has unveiled the CR-Z Concept that stands for "Compact Renaissance Zero". Although it's hard to not notice how much it looks like a modern day or future Honda CR-X. It has been rumored for quite a while that Honda is working on a new CR-X that could be out by the end of the decade. This is definitely one of...
2008 Honda S2000 CR Starts at $36,935
Honda has announced the pricing for its 2008 Honda S2000 and S2000 CR. The S2000 starts at $34,935 and the S2000 CR starts at $36,935. Both versions of the S2000 are powered by the same 2.2L engine that puts out 237 horsepower and 162 lb-ft. of torque. The CR version is the ultimate racing version of the S2000. It has...
Lexus LF-Xh Hybrid SUV Concept Unveiled
Lexus plans on unveiling two "LF" branded models at the Tokyo Auto Show, the LF-A supercar and this LF-Xh Hybrid SUV Concept. The concept features the "Lexus Hybrid Drive" that is mated to a V6 engine, which seeks to optimize performance and low emissions. PRESS RELEASE: Lexus to Display LF-Xh and LF-A at Tokyo Motor Show Tokyo, October 10, 2007 - Lexus announced...
Toyota 1/X Concept Unveiled…It's a Lighter Prius
Toyota's 1/X Concept car is actually pronounced "one-Xth" since it weighs 1/Xth the weight of other similar sized models. Toyota used its own Prius as a comparison, since the 1/X only weighs about a third of what the Prius hybrid weighs or about 926 pounds. The car manages to stay light by the extensive use of carbon fiber reinforced plastic...
Honda PUYO Concept Unveiled…It's Just Plain Weird!
Honda has unveiled the PUYO Concept that is going to be officially unveiled at the Tokyo Auto Show this month. According to Honda "The PUYO represents a new idea in mobility that brings together ‘clean’, ’safe’ and ‘fun’ functionality in an environmentally responsible, people-friendly minimalist design featuring an ultra-high efficiency, small frame and fuel cell technology to please both users...
2008 Subaru Impreza WRX STi Officially Unveiled…Finally!
After teasing us for weeks with dark teaser photos Subaru has finally released a few official photos of the upcoming 2008 Impreza WRX STi. Although Subaru released a few photos and a full press release, the automaker still left out how much horsepower the 2.0L turbo charged engine is going to put out. Were still expecting final output to be...
Subaru Exiga Concept Unveiled…Is This the Next Forester?
In addition to the eagerly awaited new Subaru Impreza WRX STi, Subaru is also going to unveil the Exiga Concept at the Tokyo Auto Show later this month. At first glance the front of the car looks very similar to the Accord Tourer Concept that was unveiled at the Frankfurt Auto Show. The Exiga is powered by a 2.0L turbo...
417 Horsepower Lexus IS-F Will be Released in the US Next February
Lexus' version of the M3 and RS4 is going to be released on Christmas day in Japan. It has now been slipped that the high-performance version of the IS will make it to the US this coming February. According to Lexus chief Takeshi Yoshida we will only have to wait a few more months to see the car in your...
Is This the New 2009 Toyota RAV-4 That We Will Get in the US?
It's obvious that Toyota isn't happy that the Honda CR-V is the best selling SUV and crossover in the US. Although the RAV-4 offers three rows of seats and an available V6 engine it still isn't selling better than the CR-V. This is the what the revised RAV-4 looks like in Japan, so I wonder if this is what...
BMW 1-Series Convertible Will Be Released in the US Next April Starting Around $40K
The BMW 1-Series coupe is going to start right below $30K when it is released early next year and now according to Automotive News, the convertible is going to start in the low $40K range. The convertible version of the 1-series coupe will be released next spring and will come in two versions that are identical to the coupe. That...
