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All new VW Polo
Revealed early by one of the posters outside the Geneva auto show.It’s kind of funny… We are supposed to finally get the Polo in the US. So this is the new sub-Rabbit VW model for us as well.Competing in a new segment for VW. One they should never have left in the first place: the… Continue reading All new VW Polo
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Next Citroen C3
This looks pretty real to me, but I’m not sure. The C3 is a nice looking small car. And the next one seems to be an even more modern version.But I’ve heard many times of so many reliability problems. Especially with the “Pluriel” models. Let’s hope improvements in that area are the main changes for… Continue reading Next Citroen C3
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SAAB stopped all production today.
Saab has stopped all production earlier today.Mainly because they owe so much money to the Swedish customs agency. So they basically can’t “move” their cars until their dept is paid.It is a sad day for the legendary car maker. I hope they can find a way out of this mess. Saab is a great brand.… Continue reading SAAB stopped all production today.
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2012 Holden Volt
Gm is trying to get the most of their huge investment into the Chevy Volt. And who can blame them. After an Opel version, there will now be an Australian Holden version. And from this picture, it looks like a total clone of our Chevrolet one.. Except for the badges. For once, I think this… Continue reading 2012 Holden Volt
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Toyota iQ 1.3 Liter
Until now, the only engine available in this tiny Toyota was a smaller 1.0 Liter 3 cylinder engine.The new 99HP 4 cylinder is rumored to get an even better gas mileage, well over 50MPG. It is still rumored to end up over here as a new Scion model.
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New MG6
This upcoming MG is based on the Chinese “Roewe” 550 that came out last year.The Roewe is already a good looking car. But this sportier version look even better. Parent company SAIC plans to sell 45000 Roewe cars this year and just 10000 of the MG version.They claim this will make it in Europe as… Continue reading New MG6
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Chevrolet Saturn???
At least from this, it looks like some people at GM are not ready to kill the Sky yet.Good news.I don’t care who sells it, I just hope the Sky finds a home after GM kills Saturn.It would indeed make a great Chevrolet.Pontiac already has the Solstice, and I really don’t see this as a… Continue reading Chevrolet Saturn???
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Kia Number 3 Concept
This looks really nice.And much more European than any Japanese designs. Kia seems to be really serious about the European market. I hear the production model won’t be that different. Except trims and of course, the roof. I just hope they can find it in their heart to bring this over here too. Competing her… Continue reading Kia Number 3 Concept
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All new Toyota Verso
We won’t get it.We don’t get the Verso.It is based on the European version of the Corolla, the Auris hatchback. As you can see here, the Verso is NOT a Matrix or even a Vibe.It has it’s own design.
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Nissan NV200 Production version
As you can see, this will be available in both passenger and cargo version.At fist, it seemed larger than the Ford Transit Connect we’re getting over here soon.But they mention a 1.6 Liter engine with 106hp!So it can’t be that big…
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Next jaguar XJ
The next “Big Jag” is supposed to be more like one of these ‘4 door coupe” than a regular looking sedan.So it might end up looking pretty similar to the new Aston Martin sedan. No matter what, I am pretty sure it will look really nice. Thanks to a reader for this.
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Only 1000 Genesis Coupes for Europe
Hyundai is planing to sell only 1000 Genesis coupes per year in Europe.I hear it is so they can bypass some expensive regulations. They will just use it as a “boutique” car to build up their image. The only model offered will be the 2.0 Turbo (because, you know, gas is crazy expensive over there…)… Continue reading Only 1000 Genesis Coupes for Europe
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Lexgen MPV
The Yulon car company from Taiwan has decided to come up with their own brand. After building cars for Nissan since 1953.The new van will be powered by a 2.2 Liter Turbo . That doesn’t sound too bad. And it looks really modern.Actually much more so than most minivans we have here in the US.The… Continue reading Lexgen MPV
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Tesla Model S Sedan
Just another teaser, but we can see by brightening up the picture that it will be one stunning looking 4 door.It should start at or under $60 000. And at that price, could compete with quite a few cars on the market. I can’t wait to see more.
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Nissan Murano Test Drive coming up
Some of you guessed it right… The one I am driving this week is a 2WD SL model. Don’t be shy if you have any questions.
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Hollywood treasure
Saw this last night, on Silver Lake Blvd.I have never seen this in the US before, an old Renault 4. I guess from the 60’s or 70’s. Who knows. I just wonder how it ended up over here….
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Mitsubishi Lancer Ralliart Test Drive
This is really not the type of car I would drive on a regular basis. The super sporty type small sedan isn’t really my thing. I like a sporty car to have only 2 doors myself.But I had the opportunity to drive this Mitsubishi for a whole week, so why not. The Ralliart costs $27… Continue reading Mitsubishi Lancer Ralliart Test Drive
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Rolls Royce 200EX.
This is pretty much the “small” Rolls that will be coming out soon.Based on the new 7 series BMW but using a new V12 engine.The “big” Phantom resales for $340 000. So this should be quite a bit cheaper. But still at least twice the price of a 7 series. Is it worth it???