Lexus LF-NX to premiere new 2.0 turbo mill in Tokyo
The Lexus LF-NX concept, which premiered in Frankfurt in hybrid guise, will again be at the forefront of things in Tokyo later this month - the preview form of the upcoming NX …
Lexus RC Coupe revealed ahead of Tokyo debut
The Lexus RC Coupe has broken cover ahead of its Tokyo show debut - and isn't she a looker. This is the widest and lowest application yet seen of the Lexus spindle …
Toyota 86 sedan concept to debut at Dubai show?
The rampant rumours surrounding the possibility of a sedan based on the Toyota 86 sports car may not be complete hot air after all - the Dubai International Motor Show's Facebook page …
Japanese firms build car that runs on gas canister fuel
A couple of Japanese companies have developed a car with another alternative fuel source for power - the car has an electric motor that can be powered by a standard gas canister …
Sime Darby Motors to distribute BMW, MINI in Vietnam
Sime Darby Motors has signed agreements to take over the distribution of BMW and MINI in Vietnam, according to Bernama. Its Sime Singapore Ltd subsidiary is buying 89.15% of Europe Automobiles Corp …
Acura RLX Sport Hybrid SH-AWD is LA-bound
On this year's Los Angeles show guest list is the Acura RLX Sport Hybrid SH-AWD - the Japanese luxury carmaker says its "most powerful and technologically advanced" sedan to date will join …
Suzuki X-Lander concept – the Jimny’s alter ego
You've seen the Crosshiker concept, and now, here's the Suzuki X-Lander, another design study from Hamamatsu that will debut in Tokyo. The company says that it's based on the Jimny, but the …
Mitsubishi Concept GC-PHEV, XR-PHEV and AR – previewing the new Pajero, ASX and Grandis
Mitsubishi has released the first images of the trio of concepts it will be unveiling at the 2013 Tokyo Motor Show later this month. The Mitsubishi Concept GC-PHEV, Concept XR-PHEV and Concept …
Daihatsu Kopen concepts to debut at Tokyo show
Daihatsu is bringing two Kopen concepts to the upcoming Tokyo show: the Kopen RMZ and Kopen XMZ. Clearly a salute to (or a possible revival of?) the Daihatsu Copen kei roadster, the …
Porsche Panamera Turbo S for Tokyo, 50 hp extra
The facelifted Panamera range is set to welcomes its new taiko, the Porsche Panamera Turbo S - the range-topper is set to make its world debut at the upcoming 2013 Tokyo Motor …
Honda Odyssey – fifth-gen launched in Japan
The fifth-gen JDM-spec Honda Odyssey has launched in Japan - the MPV features sliding rear doors for the first time, and has a higher ceiling, lower floor and more interior room than …
Rally of Spain one-two gives Volkswagen 2013 WRC manufacturers’ title; Kubica wins WRC 2 crown
Volkswagen Motorsports has wrapped up the 2013 WRC Manufacturers’ Championship with a commanding one-two finish in the Rally of Spain. Leading the team is no other than newly-crowned Drivers’ Champion Sebastien Ogier, …
PureTech Turbo engine production line opened by PSA Peugeot Citroen, to serve C4 and 308 first
PSA Peugeot Citroen has officially opened the production line for its new EB Turbo PureTech engine at the Française de Mécanique plant in Douvrin, France. Series production is expected to begin in …
Proton Suprima S launched in Indonesia – Premium variant only, priced at Rp 275 million
The Proton Suprima S has launched in Indonesia, its first export market since its Malaysian launch in August. Like the Preve, which launched there in June, the hatchback is available in the …
Subaru Levorg – teasing the new Legacy tourer
Subaru will be debuting its Levorg concept at the Tokyo Motor Show in November, and while it sounds like a character from a sci-fi or horror movie, the company says that the …
Suzuki Crosshiker concept is Tokyo-bound
Suzuki will be premiering a number of concepts at next month's Tokyo Motor Show, and the Crosshiker concept will be one member of the pack. The automaker says that the compact crossover …
BMW 2 Series Convertible rendered, coming up next
Now that the BMW 2 Series Coupe has been revealed, no prizes for guessing that a 2 Series Convertible is next up for Munich. Both the Coupe and Convertible were part of …
Subaru BRZ Premium Sport Edition for Japan
Here's another special Subaru BRZ for Japan, following the track-ready RA Racing edition. It's called the BRZ Premium Sport Edition, and it's a production version of the BRZ Premium Sport Package Concept …
BMW Individual customisation range: to each his own
Started in the ‘90s with the creation of bespoke BMW vehicles for Karl Lagerfeld, José Carreras and a host of royalty, BMW Individual has evolved into the company’s full-fledged customisation arm. Some …
Vettel and Red Bull crowned F1 champions yet again
Sebastian Vettel has become the youngest ever four-time Formula 1 world champion, at just 26 years and 123 days old. He now joins Juan Manuel Fangio (five championship titles), Alain Prost (four) …
