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maserati kubang suv concept

Maserati Kubang SUV Concept

At the 2012 North American International Auto Show, Maserati has unveiled their new SUV concept vehicle named Kubang. The concept demonstrates the power of the modern Maserati. The idea of this sport luxury SUV is not new to Maserati. To remind you, the first Kubang concept was presented in the distant 2003 again at NAIAS. While the project starts with firm fundamentals and capability, the model eventually produced will unquestionably be a Maserati. All major system components will be fully prod

2013 hyundai genesis coupe

2013 Hyundai GENESIS COUPE

2013 Hyundai Genesis Coupe has just made its North American debut at the North American International Auto Show. The highlights about the refreshed and significantly redesigned model are the impressive performance upgrades, the more aggressive coupe styling, the improved interior materials and design. It also includes both 4-cylinder and V6 engines, which benefit from significant technology enhancements. On the other hand with the 3.8-liter V6 engine it receives sophisticated direct-injection te

2012 audi a6 allroad quattro – price €54 600

2012 Audi A6 Allroad Quattro – Price €54 600

We are all familiar how successful were the first two generations of the Allroad Quattro from the years 2000 and 2006. Now Audi has revealed the third generation of the famous model. The new A6 Allroad Quattro extends the range of uses for the A6 Avant. Moreover there is also a significant improvement in performance, as well as in fuel consumption, which was reduced by as much as 20 percent compared with the previous model. What are the dimentions of the new A6 Allroad Quattro: 4.94 meters (16.21 ft) long, 1.90

2013 honda accord coupe concept - naias

2013 Honda Accord Coupe Concept - NAIAS

Honda has revealed the Accord Coupe Concept today at the North American International Auto Show. The new ninth-generation 2013 model is set to go on-sale this fall. It boasts cutting edge technologies combined with bold design and nice powerful engines. "Marking the 30th anniversary of U.S. production, this new ninth-generation Accord will raise the bar again through a tour de force of new Honda powertrain and safety technologies, geared to ensure that Honda and the Accord continue to lead in

smart for-us concept grants mobility for-us

Smart For-us Concept Grants Mobility For-us

It is rare to hear from Smart (the Daimler AG microcar subsidiary) but today we have big news. Well, small actually but either way – A Smart For-us concept will premiere at the NAIAS at it is a pickup... sort of. With 3547mm in overall length and 1506mm in width it wont fit much farming equipment, will it? Yes, it does have a cargo bay but even that is crammed with two clever or rather “Smart ebikes” which sit docked at the back and keep their charges up by using the batteries from the For-us. Did we mention

aston martin vantage v8 gt4 to appear at ctscc

Aston Martin Vantage V8 GT4 to Appear at CTSCC

Aston Martin Racing, jointly with Multimatic Motorsports, intend to continue their winning streak with this year's Grand-Am Continental Tire Sports Car Challenge (CTSCC). The Toronto-based Multimatic company is no stranger to  CTSCC previous titles and so, racing one of the two team Aston Martin V8 Vantage GT4s will be Multimatic's acclaimed drivers Scott Maxwell and Joe Foster. The other one will be driven by Hollywood film star Patrick Dempsey, a talented racer in his own right, partnered in the opening round of

peugeot 208: thiner and less thirstier

Peugeot 208: Thiner and Less Thirstier

The new Peugeot 208 is set to hit the UK markets somewhere in June this year and it will be very green. The range of engines included have the sole purpose of saving the planet. Weight and dimensions have shrunken and "up to 25%" of the polymers used are from recycled products. A variety of 208 choices will meet the needs of picky – the vehicle comes as a 3 or 5-door hatchback, petrol or diesel with automatic transmissions, 5 or 6 speed manuals, stop and start systems for diesels and for an extr

toyota ns4 advanced plug-in hybrid concept

Toyota NS4 Advanced Plug-in Hybrid Concept

Toyota has revealed the NS4 advanced plug-in hybrid concept at the 2012 North American International Auto Show (NAIAS) in Detroit. The new vehicle exemplifies Toyota's vision for future mobility, with a focus on next generation connectivity and safety. "In this digital age, cars are becoming another spoke in the wheel of our electronic connectivity. NS4 demonstrates Toyota's take on the human connection to the car with technology that considers both emotional and rational relationships, person-to-car and car-to-

nissan juke-r - 0 to 100 kmh in 3.7 seconds

Nissan Juke-R - 0 to 100 kmh in 3.7 seconds

Nissan has officially confirmed the performance figures for Juke-R. The ultimate crossover has been developed by Nissan and built by leading motorsports outfit RML with advice from Nissan Technical Centre Europe (NTC-E). Juke-R is powered by a 3.8-litre V6 twin turbo engine with 480BHP (353 kW) and 588Nm (434 lb-ft). From 0 to 100 km/h in 3.7 seconds and a top speed of 257 km/h (160 mph). Not bad performance for a compact crossover. The vehicle also features big 20-inch RAYS forged alloy wheels fitted with lo

2012 vauxhall mokka

2012 Vauxhall Mokka

Vauxhall has announced their new small SUV, which is expected to hit the market in the end of this year. The new Mokka will make its official debut at the Geneva Motor Show in March. The vehicle will enter the growing sub-compact SUV B-segment. “The Mokka takes its design cues from larger SUVs and integrates them into a compact, yet modern form,” commented Duncan Aldred, Vauxhall’s Chairman and Managing Director. “We are growing a compelling and diverse range of products that appeal both t

2012 hyundai veloster turbo

2012 Hyundai Veloster Turbo

Hyundai unveiled today the all-new 2013 Veloster Turbo at the North American International Auto Show (NAIAS). Veloster Turbo is armed with 201 horsepower (248 kW). The vehicle is powerful, high-tech and fuel-efficient and all this makes it the ultimate innovation in the sport coupe segment. The 2013 Veloster Turbo will be in dealerships in the summer of 2012 packed with unique sport-tuned steering and suspension hardware set. The new Veloster Turbo is equipped with 1.6-liter turbocharged GDI

acura unveils three new vehicles: acura ilx concept, 2013 acura rdx and acura nsx concept

Acura Unveils Three New Vehicles: Acura ILX Concept, 2013 Acura RDX and Acura NSX Concept

The brand Acura has just unveiled today their three new vehicles at the North American International Auto Show in Detroit: a concept version of the all-new ILX luxury compact sedan, a prototype of the 2013 RDX crossover sport utility vehicle, and the NSX Concept. The company has also announced that the next-generation NSX will feature Acura’s innovative new Sport Hybrid SH-AWD® technology and that the vehicle will be developed by Honda R&D Am