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Toyota Prius with full hybrid technology

admin — Tue, 07 Feb 2012 20:09:00 +0000

Toyota Prius with full hybrid technology.

The most recognizable product to feature Toyota’s full hybrid powertrain design is the Prius. They have made some other new full hybrid technology models in this segment like the Auris Hybrid and Yaris Hybrid and still Prius remains the most recognizable car in the segment form Toyota.
So they have made yet another new model of the Toyota Prius. It has revised exterior design, improved interior sensorial quality, enhanced instrumentation and a range of affordable multimedia and advanced navigation systems. There are also the Toyota Touch, Toyota Touch & Go Plus and Toyota Touch Pro systems.

With this the Toyota Prius will remain the best and front-runner in the field of technological innovation. With the Prius, Toyota has made some new high technology features in each model.
This third generation of the Toyota Prius was launched in 2009. It has a Head-up Display, projecting useful information onto the base of the windscreen, including vehicle speed, the Eco Drive Monitor and the status of the optional Pre-Crash Safety and Active Cruise Control systems.

Mazda previews driver-focused Tokyo Auto Salon showcars

admin — Mon, 09 Jan 2012 15:54:15 +0000

Mazda previews driver-focused Tokyo Auto Salon showcars.

If the Tokyo Motor Show is the stage where the world’s manufacturer’s show off their production models, the Tokyo Auto Salon is the place for designers and engineers to stretch their legs with custom hardware. So now the guys form Mazda bring out the 10 special models to the Tokyo Auto Salon. In these 10 models comes the custom version of the recently-released CX-5.

This custom CX-5 has a unique paint job and it has a lower ride height and unique wheels for a significantly sportier appearance. Thre was some attention with the company Demio and some visitors to the show can expect to see the Demio 13 Skyactiv Smart Stylish bow alongside the CX-5. The pint-sized hatch makes use of a few aero treatments including a front under spoiler, side skirts and rear underskirt.

Honda Crosstour gains four-cylinder model for 2012

admin — Sun, 08 Jan 2012 15:53:15 +0000

Honda Crosstour gains four-cylinder model for 2012.

Since the launch of the polarizing Honda Crosstour there is a massive rumor that there is a buzzing with word that Honda might someday add a four-cylinder engine to the lineup. This makes a big sense. The fact that the Accord on which it’s based offers a four-pot, and their key competitor , the Toyota Venza has the more efficient four-cylinder powerhouse.

This new 2012 Crosstour that is no longer called the Accord name it will offer a new 2.4-liter inline-four in its EX and EX-L trims. This engine will produce 192 horsepower and 162 pound-feet of torque. This front-wheel-drive, four-cylinder Crosstour can do 29 miles per gallon on the highway and 21 mpg in the city and is only fitted with the five-speed automatic transmission. One other thing unlike the top-trim EX-L V6 model, none of the Crosstours four-cylinder models will have an all-wheel drive. All the four-cylinder models will be fitted with the 17-inch alloy wheels, whereas six-cylinder Crosstours can be had with 18-inch rollers.

Nissan Juke R to pace Dubai 24-hour race

admin — Sat, 07 Jan 2012 16:52:02 +0000

Nissan Juke R to pace Dubai 24-hour race.

For the 2012 Dunlop 24 Hours of Dubai race the guys form The Dubai Autodrome will have one very explosive guest. This year in addition to the stars like GT3-spec BMW Z4s, Mercedes-Benz SLS AMGs, Ferrari 458 Italia and Porsche 911s, the car that is the most expected is the new Nissan Juke R.

With 480-horsepower GT-R/Juke mash-up and the fact that it hasn’t made its public debut yet, and if we don’t see any surprise form Nissan before the start of the race. The race is scheduled for the weekend of January 12-14 and for the first time we will have the opportunity to see the Juke R. As announced there will be not hand to snag shots of the R in Dubai and there is some rumor that this car for the first time will be presented at the Chicago Auto Show.

Honda Fit is the first Chinese car imported to North America built by Honda

admin — Sat, 07 Jan 2012 05:50:40 +0000

Honda Fit is the first Chinese car imported to North America built by Honda.

This is the first and so far the only production car from China that is on sail in North America. And this car is not what you think. This step of the company is the next step to move its production out of Japan. In this fashion they began to manufacture the Fit models in the People’s Republic and ship them in to Canada. We don’t have any indications that this car made in China will be ever sold in the U.S. in the near future. We all know that there are a large amount of automakers that operate plants in China, and only a small part of the production in those plants are made for export. So the last year only a small three percent were sent outside of the country’s borders.

Not just Honda there are other Japanese manufacturers that are now investigating in production facilities outside the U.S. All of this is because the rising Yen. From Honda thy come out with a statement that the company will begin producing Fit models in Mexico for the U.S. market really soon. In the New York Times there was an article that Honda may be reticent to test the American waters with a Chinese-built vehicle because of the fear of risking the company’s reputation for quality and reliability. They have this fear despite that the Chinese-built Fit models are held to the same production quality standards as any Honda vehicle built anywhere in the world.

Lexus GS holds steady on price for redesign

admin — Fri, 06 Jan 2012 05:50:01 +0000

Lexus GS holds steady on price for redesign.

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Now we have yet another proof that Lexus is a motivated seller with the pricing of the 2013 GS 350. This new car has a price of the rear-wheel drive model won’t change from 2011 model. That means that the new models will be $46,900 (plus $875 handling) and will put you into the comprehensively and vastly improved sedan. This also means that if you actually prefer the 2011 model you can expect to find some screaming deal. Some difference is coming in the all-wheel drive model and it has a modest rise of $600 to $49,450.

The new 2013 GS 350 has some redesigned styling and a likewise redesigned chassis, suspension and interior. This makes the new car much sportier and with much more room and luxury while enjoying it. It will be made in two packages called Premium and Luxury and the F-Sport package that will offer further enhancements. The new pricing on the GS 450h model will be announced later and for now you can only get the info form the press release on the GS 350.

Lexus IS F is a high-performance sports sedan

admin — Wed, 04 Jan 2012 05:24:02 +0000

Lexus IS F is a high-performance sports sedan.

If we talk about the high-flying commercial aircraft and oceangoing freighters Mid-course corrections are a common occurrence. They are often pushed off track by errant winds and powerful currents. But we want to talk about cars and a mid-course correction can be a sign that something was wrong the moment a new model was unveiled.

At the 2007 Detroit Auto Show the Lexus IS F was introduced. It is compact, high-performance sports sedan was a fresh Japanese alternative to the Audi RS4, BMW M3, Cadillac CTS-V and Mercedes-Benz C63 AMG. And despite its full suite of performance enhancements that lifted it above and well beyond the standard IS, this new 416-horsepower rear-wheel-drive sedan arrived lacking the refinement and performance to properly battle its competition.

We summed things up by saying: “While the Lexus sport sedan is great in the canyons, a joy to toss into the corners, straight-line driving on anything but polished marble will leave you and your occupants wondering how to turn the methodical oscillations off.” and “…the IS F is an excellent candidate for electronically controlled dampers.”

Honda Reworked Civic coming before end of 2012

admin — Tue, 03 Jan 2012 15:19:21 +0000

Honda Reworked Civic coming before end of 2012.

We all know that the 2012 Honda Civic it wasn’t what you would expect form this car and it was the target of criticism since its launch earlier this year. There are no secrets that Honda is rushing to redesign the Civic and despite the statement that would be coming sometime in 2013 or 2014, there was a memo saying to the automaker’s dealer network states that they will rework the Civic before the end of 2012.

And of course we use the term “redesign” lightly. It is apparent that Honda wants to improve upon its new Civic and truth is that the updates to the car will almost assuredly be the standard mid-cycle refresh kit. So our best guess is that the interior will benefit from more soft-touch materials and added sound deadening and there could be new paint and wheel design options. And according to The Associated Press, American Honda President Tetsuo Iwamura they started their job and improve the Civic’s drivability putting a slight suspension and driveline tuning could be in store, as well.

Honda Insight with new and more distinctive design

admin — Sun, 25 Dec 2011 05:54:18 +0000

Honda Insight with new and more distinctive design.

With some new hybrid features and new exterior styling improved interior and all the other small features we give you the new and amazing updated 2012 Honda Insight. The new car comes with an EPA fuel economy-rating improvement of 1 mpg.

The city/highway/combined EPA fuel economy rating of the new Honda Insight is of 41/44/42 mpg for the new generation improved form 40/43/41 on the last model. This means that it will continue to offer the highest EPA fuel economy rating of any new vehicle for the Manufacturer’s Suggested Retail Price (MSRP) that starts under $20,000. This new car is aerodynamically styled and it has place for five passengers with the five-door configuration. The new 2012 Honda Insight is the big change inside and out for 2012 in the hybrid vehicle market.

Toyota Camry AU Version with improved driving dynamics and a more spacious interior

admin — Sat, 24 Dec 2011 16:44:49 +0000

Toyota Camry AU Version with improved driving dynamics and a more spacious interior.

In Australia was presented the all-new Toyota Camry in its seventh generation lineup, with all new contemporary design and improved driving dynamics and with new and more spacious interior. This new 2012 Camry will have 2.5-litre four-cylinder engine combined with the six-speed automatic transmission and it will deliver better performance and at the same time give better fuel economy and lower emissions.

The new Toyota Camry it is produced in Australia and it will have some expanded safety features, more comfortable ride, and refinement in handling in the even quieter cabin. It will offer two distinct looks in an entry-level Altise and three new Atara variants.