BMW to launch new EV brand for Chinese market
BMW is set to create a new electric vehicle brand in China, together with local partner Brilliance Jinbei Automobile, according to a report. The creation of the brand is coming about in …
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Lexus’ Detroit 2012 concept previews new design direction
Time really flies, doesn't it. Here we are at the end of 2011, with the major motor show circuit ending with the bi-annual Tokyo Motor Show. And to kick off 2012, major …
Group Lotus CEO Dany Bahar signs new four-year contract
The word is out that Dany Bahar, CEO of Group Lotus, has signed a fresh four-year contract following a meeting with parent company Proton last week. His original contract was due to …
Nissan GT-R – the Track Pack option ramps it up
A bog standard 2012 Nissan GT-R should suffice for most, but those seeking an edgier prospect can look towards outfitting the car with its Track Pack option, just the thing if circuit …
Dodge Dart – a reinterpretation of the Giuletta as sedan
Click to enlarge. It's called the Dodge Dart, and this one is set to be Chrysler's first vehicle that's based on Fiat architecture. The current Dart will be the second vehicle to …
Nissan Leaf is 2011-2012 Japanese Car of the Year
The Nissan Leaf has added another feather to its cap - the EV has been named as the Japanese Car of the Year for 2011-2012. The announcement was made at the Tokyo …
Jatco introduces CVT8 and CVT8 Hybrid transmissions
Jatco has announced a new continuously variable transmission for midsize and large front-wheel drive vehicles, offering an improvement of 10% in fuel economy compared to earlier models. Designed for application with 2.0 …
Tokyo 2011: VW Cross Coupe Concept is small but stout
One of the best looking and realistic concepts on show in Tokyo is German. Volkswagen brought this broad, hunky piece of metal to Japan, called the Cross Coupe Concept. VW says that …
Ford Ecosport is a Fiesta based SUV, web images leaked
Click to enlarge screen shot Ford is coming out with a SUV version of its successful B-segment Fiesta, and it will be called EcoSport. Rumoured to be bound for the India Auto …
LIVE from Tokyo: Retro liveried Honda RC-E is super sexy
If only four-wheeled EVs are half as sexy. Honda revealed the RC-E concept at Tokyo to great response, thanks to evocative livery that recalls the glory days of the RC racers from …
LIVE from Tokyo: Subaru BRZ, sister of the prom queen
The Toyota GT 86 is undoubtedly the star of Tokyo Motor Show 2011, the belle of the ball. And while the Subaru BRZ (stands for Boxer engine, Rear-drive, Zenith) is essentially the …
BMW and Toyota diesel engine supply deal officially inked
You have probably heard of some chatter about a possible partnership between BMW and Toyota in regards to environmentally-friendly technologies. Well looks like there was substance behind the rumors after all and …
LIVE from Tokyo: Audi A1 Samurai Blue for the footie fans
Most people in Japan drive Japanese cars, but in trendy Tokyo, driving a Continental car is a status symbol and a way to stand out - even better if it's a left …
Tokyo 2011: Live photos of the Suzuki Regina concept
We are reporting live from the Land of the Rising Sun and this is the Suzuki Regina concept which could point to a new global compact car from the Japanese brand. Little …
Tokyo 2011: Toyota shows off the Fun-Vii concept
This is one of Toyota's latest concept cars. Called the Fun-Vii, it is currently being presented at the 2011 Tokyo Motor Show and according to Toyota, the three-seater Fun-Vii "heralds a not-too-distant …
LIVE from Tokyo: Nissan Juke Nismo Concept is no joke
No GT-R engine here, but Nissan's wacky Juke went through a Nismo transformation, and has emerged beefier in both looks and performance. Besides the expected aesthetic treatment, the Juke Nismo gets a …
LIVE from Tokyo: Subaru Advanced Tourer Concept stands out in a sharp suit
Those who dig wagons (like me) will love it here in Japan, where the estate body is popular. We've seen so many wagon version of cars that we never knew existed, alongside …
Tokyo 2011 live: Fourth-generation Honda CR-V SUV
Here's some live shots of the new 2012 Honda CR-V, the fourth-generation of Honda's popular SUV. The new CR-V has just been launched in Japan in both 2.0 and 2.4 litre form. …
Tokyo 2011: Subaru Advanced Tourer Concept debuts
Over at Subaru, the Advanced Tourer Concept has made its debut at the TMS. The company describes it as a new generation sports wagon, and the 4.58 metre-long B-pillarless vehicle combines a …
Tokyo 2011: Audi A1 Samurai Blue slices its way in
Not all the fun and games belong to the Japanese, despite Tokyo being home ground. Audi has snuck in a premiere of its own at the TMS, and this one is a …
