Yearly Archives: 2007
Spy Photos of the New Toyota Prius…Well a Refreshed Version
Toyota has already announced that the next generation Toyota Prius is going to be delayed until sometime in 2009, but now spy photographers have caught the hybrid with a new front end. This small refreshed front end may be used to keep the Prius fresh, while Toyota works out the kinks for the next generation. The front end features new...
Aston Martin Debuts V8 Vantage N400 and DB9 LM
Aston Martin has debuted two new models in addition to the recently unveiled DBS coupe. One of the new models is based on the DB9 while the other one is based on the V8 Vantage. The V8 Vantage N400 is meant to commemorate Aston Martin's achievements at the NĪrburgring and it can lap the track in less than eight minutes....
2008 Mercedes-Benz C63 AMG Pricing Released…It Starts at 67,235 Euros
Mercedes-Benz has released the pricing for the new 2008 C63 Sedan and Wagon. The sedan is going to start at 67,235 euros and the wagon will start at 69,853 euros. Both the sedan and wagon are powered by a 6.3L V8 that produces 457 horsepower. The sedan is capable of reaching 0-62 mph in 4.5 seconds and 4.6 seconds for...
All-New Ford Kuga Unveiled…Another Good Looking Ford that We Wont Get Here
Yesterday Ford unveiled their newest CUV for the European market, the Kuga. The great looking CUV follows Ford's new "kinetic" design theme. The Kuga also draws inspiration from the Iosis X Concept CUV that was shown last year. The stylish Kuga is set to go on sale in Europe by the middle of 2008 and will be powered by a...
BMW 1-Series Will Start Under $30,000 in the US
BMW's upcoming 1-Series is one of the more anticipated models that will be going on sale early next year. BMW has already released the full specs on the two initial models that we will receive here, the 128i and the hot 135i. The one thing the automaker hasn't spoken about is the pricing. Well according to Motor Authority the BMW...
All-New Saab Turbo X Unveiled With 280 Horsepower and XWD
Saab has unveiled the Saab Turbo X to commemorate 30 years of Saab turbocharging. The new Turbo X recalls the first black 900 Turbo. The car also introduces Saab's XWD technology. The Saab Turbo X is powered by a 2.8L V6 that produces 280 horsepower and is capable of going 0-62 mph in 5.7 seconds. The Saab Turbo X is...
2008 Ford Focus UK Unveiled…Why Does Europe Always Get the Better Versions?
Ford has unveiled the new "kinetic" Ford Focus (UK). The new Ford Focus will begin arriving in showrooms by the end of this year. In addition to the new styling the Focus also gets the Ford PowerShift Transmission (six-speed double clutch transmission). There is also a new 2.0L Duratorq TDCi engine that puts out either 135 hp or 108...
2008 Chevy Aveo 5-Door Unveiled…Boy is it Ugly!
Chevrolet unveiled the 5-door Chevy Aveo today for the European market. It's basically the same Aveo 5-door that we get in the US, but with a new front end that is very similar to the new Malibu sedan, although it is so not cute. Why Chevy bothered to release this design is beyond me. (Look at the useless side fender...
Honda Accord Tourer Concept Unveiled…It May Hint At the Next Acura TSX?
Honda has unveiled the Accord Tourer Concept that is supposed to give a hint of the styling direction of the next Accord and Accord Tourer (UK) that will debut next year. More importantly this concept could also provide hints of what the next Acura TSX is going to look like in the US, since the TSX is essentially the...
BMW X6 Crossover Unveiled in Frankfurt…Will Design Over Function Work?
Today BMW unveiled the new X6 Concept, which is supposed to be very close to what we will actually see in showrooms. The X6 crossover is an exercise in design over function, which is apparent with the raked roof that plunges downward after the B pillar. This significantly compromises rear seat room and the luggage capacity of the X6....
