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Volvo says NO to large sedan.
Volvo will not be competing with the Mercedes S Class and the BMW 7 series after all. There has been rumors, and concepts, for the past few years about a large luxury Volvo sedan. But the current CEO says it would not fit Volvo’s green image and that is not the sort of model Volvo… Continue reading Volvo says NO to large sedan.
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Another sad Mitsubishi: the Concept G4
Yet another horrible design from the Chinese Auto show. And they call it a concept! Nothing more than a sedan version of the new Mirage. Itself one of the worst designs around. I am not sure at this point if Mitsubishi even has the will to survive….
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Kia’s boring sedan for China: The Horki
Kia is creating a new cheaper brand for the Chinese market. Pretty much everyone is doing it, even BMW. As we saw before, the Chinese buyers don’t want too much excitement in their sedans. Which is why Ford is bringing them back the Escort. This is Kia’s answer. Based on the Forte. But cheaper. Again,… Continue reading Kia’s boring sedan for China: The Horki
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Kia’s boring sedan for China: The Horki
Kia is creating a new cheaper brand for the Chinese market. Pretty much everyone is doing it, even BMW. As we saw before, the Chinese buyers don’t want too much excitement in their sedans. Which is why Ford is bringing them back the Escort. This is Kia’s answer. Based on the Forte. But cheaper. Again,… Continue reading Kia’s boring sedan for China: The Horki
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More ugly stuff from Honda: Acura SUV-X Concept
Another one! This time as a small Acura SUV. Well, it does look like a Chinese car, I will give them that. Is that the point of Honda now? Copy the worst designs in the world? The styling is described as “emotional and sharp” by the Honda PR team. Amazing. And very sad….
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Honda M Concept: redefining the meaning of “ugly”.
Just when you though Honda had designed the ugliest car ever with the Crider, a new contender emerges: The new Honda M Concept. I really don’t know what to say. Even though this is a concept, you know it will go on sale next year. Just like the Crider was a concept last year. And… Continue reading Honda M Concept: redefining the meaning of “ugly”.
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All new Ford Escort!
Technically, this is a “concept”. But it is pretty much the production version of the new compact sedan Ford will offer in China next year. Ford is making a big push in China (which includes Lincoln). And it seems that Chinese consumers like the boring stuff. So much, that the Focus is too crazy looking… Continue reading All new Ford Escort!
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VW Taigun approved for production?
This is what the british magazine Auto Express is reporting.Let’s hope this will also make it to the US.As Mazda is also getting a “smaller than CX-5” crossover ready as well. The Taigun won’t be alone in the segment.And let’s also hope they keep it as close as possible to the cool little concept pictured… Continue reading VW Taigun approved for production?
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2014 Kia Cadenza (A.K.A the Costanza) starts at $35 900
The biggest Kia sold in the US will start at just under $36 000. The starting price includes leather seats, 550 watt Infinity Stereo and GPS. Luxury package adds a panoramic sunroof, Nappa leather and a few other things for $38 900. Add another technology package and you are spending $41 900 on the big… Continue reading 2014 Kia Cadenza (A.K.A the Costanza) starts at $35 900
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Ugliest car award: Honda Crider
This has to be one of the ugliest car I have seen in many years… The front end alone is amazingly vulgar and should never end up on a production car. This “China only” mid-sized sedan is a new model for Honda. Powered by a 1.8 or 2.0 Liter engine. And thank God, it will… Continue reading Ugliest car award: Honda Crider
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More pictures of the Mercedes GLA Concept
Just because I like it… I think this is one of their best designs in years.
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VW CrossBlue Coupe Concept
This is nicer looking than any of VWs current SUVs. At least there is a style. Something very simple. Which I think works very well for the German brand. I wonder if this is going to become the next Tiguan. Growing up in size it would compliment the line up nicely with the upcoming 7… Continue reading VW CrossBlue Coupe Concept
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2014 Toyota 4Runner
Toyota has just released these 2 small teasers of the “new” 4Runner for 2014. How new is it? These are pix of the current model. As you can see, there isn’t much “new” for next year. I have barely seen the current 4Runner around. It came out in late 2009, at a time when truck… Continue reading 2014 Toyota 4Runner
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2014 Chevrolet Cruze diesel rated at 46MPG
GM just announced official numbers for the upcoming Cruze diesel in the US. It is rated at 46MPG HWY. Starting price is $ 25 700. Which is just 4MPG than the $ 21 000 Eco model. Although the Diesel model does have more standard equipment, like leather and automatic. But, at least in California, Diesel… Continue reading 2014 Chevrolet Cruze diesel rated at 46MPG
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Chevrolet Malibu Turbo test drive coming up (?)
Not sure yet…. I took delivery of a 2013 Malibu Turbo for the week yesterday. My 1st impression was that, when cold, the 2.0 Liter Turbo isn’t as smooth as in the Buick Regal I drove a few weeks ago. Not as bad as VW’s 2.0 T… Then, the transmission was acting a bit weird… Continue reading Chevrolet Malibu Turbo test drive coming up (?)
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Nissan Pathfinder test drive.
The new Pathfinder looks OK. But it has lost all of its personality. Which is a good thing as far as the way it drives. But as far as the design, it now looks like any other large crossovers out there. Except for the big and cheap looking “wannabe truck “ chrome grille. Which is… Continue reading Nissan Pathfinder test drive.
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Mercedes GLA Concept
This is the B Class based small SUV/Crossover we have been seeing testing around for a long time. Even though they call it a concept, it really looks like the spy shots, and quite production ready. Except for some crazy bits. Or interior trim. I really like it. I think it looks much better than… Continue reading Mercedes GLA Concept
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Toyota GT86/Scion FR-S Convertible
These are the pictures of the production version. Which will look the same, pretty much, as the concept we saw a few months ago. They did a really good job as the car looks very nice with the top up. Something Nissan is still unable to do with the Z Roadster. I am almost getting… Continue reading Toyota GT86/Scion FR-S Convertible
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Next Mercedes C-Class
Looks like the next C-Class will look a lot like a baby S-Class. A usual. The rear light seem very similar to the all new S Class. The C Class will bring a new diesel engine to the US when it comes over. As well as a Hybrid version, a year later. To better compete… Continue reading Next Mercedes C-Class