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 …
Tokyo 2011: Honda Micro Commuter – like a comfy jacket!
It wouldn't be the Tokyo show without wacky urban concepts, and here's what Honda has come up with for this edition, the Micro Commuter Concept. Honda is describing the MCC as an …
Tokyo 2011: Honda EV-STER previews electric powered, rear-wheel drive, two-seater convertible
Ohayou gozaimasu! We are reporting live from the 2011 Tokyo Motor Show, which returns to Tokyo proper after 24 years. The venue for this year's show is the Tokyo Big Sight, just …
Honda CR-V – 4th-gen to begin selling in Japan on Dec 2
Honda will begin selling its new CR-V in Japan from December 2. The fourth-generation SUV, which made its global debut in LA earlier in the month, will be available domestically in 2.4 …
Nissan Juke Nismo Concept – another juke box hero
Click to enlarge. Nissan's Nismo performance arm will be unveiling its latest creation in Tokyo - the Juke Nismo is the company's take on what a premium sports version of the compact …
Toyota GT 86 all set for world debut in Tokyo
The wait is over - the start of the Tokyo Motor Show tomorrow will see the world debut of Toyota's FT- 86, and the production car will now be known as the …
FAW launches new brand called Oley in China
Chinese automaker FAW Group unveiled a new brand called Oley (or Oulang, in Chinese) last week at the Guangzhou auto show. The small car brand is hoping to attract young consumers with …
Caterham Group announced – parent company to handle everything Caterham, including the F1 team
In line with the rebranding of Team Lotus to Caterham F1 Team next season, the creation of a newly-formed business called Caterham Group has officially been announced. The Group is the parent …
Toyota and BMW discussing broad partnership on environmental vehicles, primarily for Europe
In this day and age, it's making more sense to expand your horizons by working with others. Toyota, it seems, is certainly of this belief - word has it that the Japanese …
Perodua Myvi – 1.3 litre model launched in Mauritius
Perodua has begun selling the New Myvi 1.3 litre in Mauritius, with the first 22 units already on Mauritian shores. The car, which is available in four variants (AT and MT, in …
Suzuki wants to divorce VW, taking the dispute to court
We saw it coming, and the sour relationship between Suzuki and VW is now going to the courts, with the Japanese bride demanding that her estranged German husband sign the divorce papers. …
Volkswagen Passat Alltrack – VW does an Audi Allroad
The upcoming Tokyo Motor Show will see Volkswagen give this Passat Alltrack a world debut. The Alltrack is basically a raised and tougher looking Passat wagon with VW's 4Motion AWD system, pretty …
New Porsche 911 Cabriolet gets magnesium frame soft top
Recent 911 Cabriolets were slightly awkward looking, like hunchbacks, but fat. This is the new Porsche 911 Cabriolet based on the 991 Coupe that made its debut in September in Frankfurt. Like …
Tata Nano improved for 2012 – more power and economy
The Tata Nano, famous as the world's cheapest car, hasn't been as hot-selling as Tata has hoped, although it has been hot enough to catch fire occasionally. Tata seeks to reverse this …
