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  VIDEO: Toyota uBox concept uses TeXtreme fabric

  31 July 2016 / 3 comments

  The Toyota uBox, (also called Deep Orange 6), utilises TeXtreme carbon fabrics for the door panels, rear hatch, dashboard as well as the bumpers and cladding. Significant weight savings, improved mechanical performance and superior surface […]

   

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  Honda Clarity autonomous car showcased in Japan

  1 June 2016 / 1 comment

  At recent 2016 G7 Summit in Ise-Shima, Japan, which was held on May 26-27, Honda unveiled an automated drive version of its Clarity Fuel Cell (FCV). Previously, Honda had said that it aims to have […]

   

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  Peugeot L500 R HYbrid concept is a 100-year tribute

  30 May 2016 / 0 comments

  French automaker Peugeot has brought in a new concept called the L500 R HYbrid. According to the brand, it’s how Peugeot “sees the future of motorsport.” In addition to that, the concept is a tribute […]

   

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  Volkswagen Polo GT sedan unveiled for Russia

  30 May 2016 / 19 comments

  Over in Russia, a special Volkswagen Polo Sedan has been introduced. Called the Polo GT, the car gets a different engine and some visual items to make it look sportier, according to Cars.ru. The Polo […]

   

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  Subaru Levorg STI Sport – better handling and looks

  30 May 2016 / 29 comments

  Previously teased, the Subaru Levorg STI Sport has been officially introduced by the Japanese automaker. While its name may suggest that there are some performance upgrades, the wagon only receives an enhanced handling package and […]

   

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  Ford to use captured CO2 to develop foam and plastic for cars – first automaker to apply new biomaterials

  27 May 2016 / 2 comments

  Ford says it will be the first automaker to formulate and test new foam and plastic components that are developed from carbon dioxide. These are expected to be applied in Ford production vehicles within the […]

   

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  Mother faults forward-facing child seat for daughter’s severe injuries, sister in rear-facing seat unharmed

  27 May 2016 / 15 comments

  An unfortunate accident has taken place in New South Wales, Australia, involving a forward-facing child seat. The accident involved two little girls – one, in a forward-facing child seat sustained serious injuries, while the other, […]

   

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  2017 Opel Zafira facelift leaked in online configurator

  27 May 2016 / 4 comments

  Having been introduced in 2011 in its original form, the Opel/Vauxhall Zafira will be given a facelift soon, judging by these pictures of which have surfaced online. The images come from an online configurator, of […]

   

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  2017 Ford Fusion Energi plug-in hybrid, 982 km range

  27 May 2016 / 1 comment

  The Blue Oval is now offering the 2017 Ford Fusion Energi plug-in hybrid, which is said to be able to “go further than any other.” The headline figure here is a range of 982 km […]

   

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  SEAT to launch sub-Ateca compact crossover in 2017

  27 May 2016 / 3 comments

  SEAT will be introducing a new compact crossover in 2017, according to president Luca de Meo. The upcoming car will sit below the SEAT Ateca in the Spanish brand’s lineup. “Thanks to the Ateca and […]

   

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  Dunlop RoadTrekker RT5 and MaxGrip AT5 tyres launched – exclusively for SUVs and pick-up trucks

  26 May 2016 / 5 comments

  Continental Tyre PJ Malaysia has launched two new Dunlop 4×4 tyres, the Dunlop RoadTrekker RT5 and the Dunlop MaxGrip AT5. The former is made for both SUVs and pick-up trucks, while the latter is most […]

   

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  SPIED: Nissan NP300 Navara-based SUV seen testing

  26 May 2016 / 6 comments

  The Nissan NP300 Navara appears to be getting an SUV derivative as captured in photos by spy photographers. The prototype here might strike some as the third-generation R51 Pathfinder as it does sport a number […]

   

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  Govt to spend RM92m to improve flood control system

  25 May 2016 / 28 comments

  The government will spend about RM92 million to improve the flash flood mitigation system in Kuala Lumpur, The Star reported. This comes after thousands were affected by flash floods in the capital on May 12. […]

   

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  BMW 1, 2, 3 and 4 Series to get 7 Series’ iDrive system

  25 May 2016 / 10 comments

  All BMW 1 Series, 2 Series, 3 Series and 4 Series models will be getting the BMW 7 Series’ iDrive 5.0 infotainment system in a product update set to happen this summer. Wireless charging function […]

   

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  Nissan NV300 mid-sized van teased in a new image

  25 May 2016 / 10 comments

  A teaser of the new Nissan NV300 mid-sized van has been released. The vehicle is the successor to the Primastar and will slot in between the NV200 and NV400 light commercial vehicles. It will be […]

   

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