Yearly Archives: 2008
Kia Attempts to Go After Scion with SOUL Concepts
Kia is going to bring three special versions of its upcoming SOUL to the Geneva Auto Show. These three concept versions of the SOUL are expected to showcase the "the world of possibilities" for accessories, customizing and personalization of Kia vehicles (similar to Scion). Kia has released one teaser image of the SOUL Burner concept, which is supposed to be...
Geneva 2008 Preview: 2009 Jaguar XKR Portfolio Special Edition Unveiled
Jaguar is going to unveil the limited edition 2009 XKR Portfolio at the Geneva Auto Show next month. The limited edition XKR comes in either the coupe or convertible with 20-inch Selena alloy wheels with a unique shadow finish and red Jaguar ‘Heritage’ center badge, exclusive Shadow Grey metallic paint color, milled aluminum power vents, a choice of dark grey...
Geneva 2008 Preview: More Photos of the 2009 Volvo XC60 Surface
More photos of Volvo's upcoming XC60 crossover have surfaced before its official unveiling at the Geneva Auto Show next month. The details remain scarce but it is being rumored that the XC60 will offer a turbocharged 3.0L V6 with 285 horsepower as well as a 2.4L turbo-diesel making between 163 and 185 horsepower. Stay tuned. Related Stories: Geneva 2008...
Geneva 2008 Preview: 2009 Jaguar XJ Portfolio Special Edition Unveiled
Jaguar has unveiled the special edition 2009 XJ Portfolio that is going to be officially unveiled at the Geneva Auto Show next month. The exterior of the XJ Portfolio features Celestial Black or Astral Gold paint colors, bespoke 20-inch Selena alloy wheels with red Jaguar ‘Heritage’ badge, milled aluminum side power vents, chrome mirror caps and Portfolio trunk lid signature...
Geneva 2008 Preview: Fiat 500 Abarth Unveiled with 135HP
Fiat has finally released the first official photos of the Fiat 500 Abarth that is going to be officially unveiled at the Geneva Auto Show next month. The 500 Abarth is powered by a 1.4L turbo engine that produces 135 horsepower and 151 lb-ft of torque. The car also features a new Torque Transfer Control system that improves the cars...
Melbourne 2008 Preview: All-New 2008 Ford FG Falcon Unveiled!
Ford has officially unveiled the long awaited 2008 Ford FG Falcon for the Australian market. The all-new Falcon competes against cars such as the Holden VE Commodore sedan also known as the Pontiac G8 here in the US. Just like the RWD Holden, the Falcon features a rear-wheel-drive layout and a series of available 6-cyl and 8-cyl engines. Horsepower ranges...
Geneva 2008 Preview: 2009 Volvo XC60 Crossover Images Leaked
Volvo is going to finally unveil its new small crossover, the XC60 at the Geneva Auto Show next month. Although Volvo hasn't officially released any of the photos or info on the new crossover we have a few images that have been leaked. From the photos it is apparent that the styling of the XC60 is going to remain very...
Geneva 2008 Preview: 2009 Rolls-Royce Phantom Coupe Unveiled
Rolls-Royce has unveiled the coupe version of the Phantom that is going to be officially unveiled at the Geneva Auto Show next month. The Phantom Coupe draws its inspiration from the 101EX concept that was unveiled in 2006. The coupe is mostly aluminum due to its all-aluminum spaceframe. It is powered by a 6.75L V12 engine that puts out...
Geneva 2008 Preview: 2009 Ford Fiesta Unveiled…Finally an Exciting Small Ford!
Ford has finally taken the wraps off of its new global small car, the 2009 Ford Fiesta before its officially unveiling in Geneva next month. The all-new Ford Fiesta is virtually identical to the Verve concept that was unveiled in Frankfurt last fall. This includes the interior, which only has some small changes to make it more production friendly. The...
Geneva 2008 Preview: 2009 Ford Kuga Crossover Unveiled
Ford is going to unveil the 2009 Kuga crossover for Europe in Geneva next month. The Kuga borrows most of its styling from the Iosis X Concept that was unveiled in 2006. Ford previewed the final styling of the Kuga with the Kuga Concept at Frankfurt last fall. The Kuga is built off the C-car platform which is also the...
