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Another SUV Concept Debuts in Los Angeles – Subaru VIZIV-7
“We know customers in this segment want a full-sized vehicle and the next 3-row from Subaru will be the biggest Subaru vehicle ever,” said Takeshi Tachimori, corporate executive vice president, of Subaru owner Fuji Heavy Industries. Continue reading
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Fast Eddy Concept – the Chevrolet Aerovette XP-882 Revisited
The design pays homage to the Chevrolet Aerovette XP-882 that had a mid-engine configuration using a V8 engine. The Aerovette was revealed in 1977 as a concept, but went no further. Continue reading
BMW Motorrad Reveals HP4 RACE in Milan
At this year’s EICMA trade show in Milan, BMW Motorrad showed a peak at what it is calling “the most exclusive model in its history,” the BMW HP4 RACE. Continue reading
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Chevrolet Colorado ZH2 Fuel Cell Ready for Army Testing
GM and TARDEC developed the Colorado ZH2 contract to concept in less than a year. Who paid for what was not specified, but it certainly wasn’t Donald Trump’s non-tax dollars. Continue reading
Daihatsu Takes Lead from Toyota in Emerging Markets
Toyota under intense competitive pressure from global automakers (Honda comes to mind) is experimenting with a different organizational approach to getting cars to market. Continue reading
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Tagged autoinformed, autoinformed.com, Daihatsu, emerging markets, kei cars, Ken Zino, Pixus Joy, Shigeki Terashi, toyota
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Lexus Kinetic Seat Concept Debuts 2016 Paris Motor Show
Sitting in the seat helps steady head movement caused by vehicle motion, keeping the field of vision fixed, according to the Japanese luxury car maker. Continue reading
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Cadillac Escala – a Four-Door Hatchback?
Cadillac Escala, a four-door hatchback large sedan that GM hopes to peddle at premium prices – if and when it goes into production. Continue reading
Renault Alpine Vision Concept to Appear at Goodwood
Production will start during 2017, and it could eventually appear in the U.S. Continue reading
First Look – Next Volvo S40 Small Car
It appears that Volvo’s new T5 Twin Engine powertrain – which has a new 3-cylinder gasoline engine and a new 7-speed dual-clutch transmission coupled to an electric motor – indicates Volvo is abandoning its existing Twin Engine all-wheel drive designs for a more efficient front-wheel drive system on its smaller cars. Continue reading
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VW T-Prime Full-Size SUV Concept Shows at Beijing
VW and all major automakers appear ready to flood the world’s largest auto market – and others – with SUVs. Continue reading
Beijing – Infiniti QX Sport Inspiration SUV Concept
This radical approach is not without risk because the mid-sized SUV class is one of the largest and fastest-growing premium segments. Whether this approach inspires buyers remains to be seen. Continue reading
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Toyota and Clemson Unveil Gen-Z Focused Concept – uBox
The result is a concept car – uBox – that attempts to appeal to the next generation of car buyers; Gen-Z. Continue reading
Rock-A-Bye Baby in Volvo Swivel Seat Concept
The child could be strapped safely in a rearward facing position while small items could be stored beside the seat and underneath with space for diapers, blankets and toys. An onboard cup warmer could heat the bottle to delight the young charge. Continue reading
Sprinter Extreme Concept – Strong, Work Ready
“Unlike most concepts, the foundation for the Sprinter Extreme can be ordered at a Mercedes or Freightliner dealership today with the help of our MasterUpfitter program.” says Bernie Glaser, Vice President of Mercedes-Benz Vans USA. Continue reading
BMW to Show ‘Vision Car’ at Consumer Electronics Show
The AirTouch menu – it’s claimed – reduces the number of steps needed to make a selection. This might cut down on the deadly drive distraction epidemic. More likely this is a precursor to offer additional control options when the vehicle is traveling in highly automated mode. Continue reading
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