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2022 BMW M3 Touring: now with the giant Bugs Bunny grille.
Little by little, the new giant BMW grille is invading the 3 series. First introduced with the redesigned 4 series coupe and convertible. An even larger version of it came out for the new M3 and M4 versions. Now it appears on the upcoming wagon version of the M3. I really think BMW will try… Continue reading 2022 BMW M3 Touring: now with the giant Bugs Bunny grille.
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2022 Honda Civic Hatchback: cleaning up the mess
When comparing the 2022 Honda Civic hatchback. (top) to the current model, it is obvious the new one will be a much cleaner, grown-up design. I guess Honda finally figured out the current generation was just “too much” for most buyers. The spoilers, the wings, black plastic trim everywhere, fake vents are all gone. Of… Continue reading 2022 Honda Civic Hatchback: cleaning up the mess
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Cadillac CT4 V: test drive coming up…
Just got a new Cadillac CT4 V for a week. I have only driven it a little bit around town so far. But I will try to answer any questions you might have. So far, it is a very pleasant and fun to drive. The “Tour” mode is actually quite comfortable around town.
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2022 Hyundai Santa Cruz: new spy shot
Apparently, the all-new Hyundai Santa Cruz pick-up will share a lot with the new 2021 Tucson Crossover. Which could make it the perfect small urban “non-truck” pick-up. Comparing both, it looks like the front doors could be very similar. But that’s about it. Other spy shots show a similar front end design as well.… Continue reading 2022 Hyundai Santa Cruz: new spy shot
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It’s the week-end: time to drive!
I filmed my drive down Highland Ave, through Hollywood, a few days ago. (Starting on Ventura Blvd in Studio City) You can see the video HERE. (Best on a 4K TV) My favorite part has to be driving by the wonderful Hollywood Bowl. (no music there these days, but a really cool place to vote!) … Continue reading It’s the week-end: time to drive!
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2022 Lincoln Navigator: an even larger grille?
It looks like the Lincoln Navigator might be getting a new “larger grille/smaller headlights” combo for 2022. Which will make the big chromy SUV look even tackier than it currently is. The new Escalade must be making life really tough for the big Lincoln these days…
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Buick Encore GX Test Drive
The all-new Buick Encore GX looks very nice in person, inside and out. Since it was designed a few years ago, it still has (at least to me) a bit of an Opel look to it (The previous Encore was sold in Europe as the Opel Mokka) The proportions are very nice, and it… Continue reading Buick Encore GX Test Drive
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Buick Encore GX Test Drive
The all-new Buick Encore GX looks very nice in person, inside and out. Since it was designed a few years ago, it still has (at least to me) a bit of an Opel look to it (The previous Encore was sold in Europe as the Opel Mokka) The proportions are very nice, and it… Continue reading Buick Encore GX Test Drive
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2022 Ford Evos: mule caught…
The pictures above show a test mule for the Ford Fusion/Mondeo replacement. It will be a tall AWD wagon, similar to the Subaru Outback. Which is actually a good idea. I think there is a market for a good looking AWD wagon to compete with the Outback. (Too bad GM didn’t really figure out… Continue reading 2022 Ford Evos: mule caught…
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Fiat 500 3+1: that tiny 3rd door…
I have to admit I thought this was a stupid idea when I first saw spy photos a few weeks ago. But, as someone had mentioned in the comments, this is actually great. And super practical. The tiny rear suicide door is actually all you need to make access to the rear seat much… Continue reading Fiat 500 3+1: that tiny 3rd door…
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2022 Nissan Frontier: new pix…
As you can see from the shape of the license plate, this is actually not the all-new 2022 US market Nissan Frontier. (Plus it doesn’t match the super square/blocky look of the Frontier prototypes we have already seen) As a few people have mentioned in the comments of my previous post, this appears to… Continue reading 2022 Nissan Frontier: new pix…
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2022 Honda Civic sedan: another illustration…
Again, I do not think this is an improvement over the current generation design. And I am not sure the ‘small Accord’ look is the way to go. At the same time, I really think the hatchback version (HERE), while very similar, is actually much more attractive. The current Accord isn’t selling as well as… Continue reading 2022 Honda Civic sedan: another illustration…
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2022 GMC Hummer EV: another $100 000 EV…
I thought I would compare the new GMC Hummer EV to the upcoming Rivian R1T Electric Pick-up. Since, I think, the Rivian could be its main competition. – So far, we know the Hummer will get around 1000HP and a 350 miles range. (A less powerful version will be available in 2024 (!!!) for… Continue reading 2022 GMC Hummer EV: another $100 000 EV…
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2022 Subaru WRX: compared to the current one…
The 2022 Subaru WRX will adopt Subaru’s newer Global Platform. Which is currently used for pretty much all other Subaru models (Except the current WRX). That means better driving dynamics and an all-new interior. At least. The STI version is expected to produce close to 400HP. While the regular WRX could see a bump… Continue reading 2022 Subaru WRX: compared to the current one…
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2022 Kia Sportage: new illustration.
The illustration on top seems to be quite accurate. From what we know. (Which isn’t much.) There is still so much camouflage on the prototypes driving around, that it really could look like anything… As we know, the new Sportage will be mechanically very close to the recently introduced Hyundai Tucson.
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2022 Nissan Frontier: new after 15 years…
With these new photos, we finally get to see what the all-new Nissan Frontier will look like for 2022. The new generation is getting a total makeover and a more aggressive look. With a huge grille. (Although thse pix do look quite different from the spy shots we have seen before of the new… Continue reading 2022 Nissan Frontier: new after 15 years…
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2022 Honda Civic: the hatchback…
While the new 2020 Honda Civic sedan will be a more conservative design than the current version, the hatchback will be a welcome change. A simple, classy (if a bit boring) design that is a vast improvement over the overdone mess we have now. Fake scoops, spoilers, and cheezy black plastic trim everywhere are all… Continue reading 2022 Honda Civic: the hatchback…
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2022 Honda Civic Sedan: new illustration
Although this is just an illustration, I think it shows a pretty accurate rendition of what the new Honda Civic sedan for 2022 will look like. Which is basically: like a small Accord. I think it’s a weird move. Since the Civic is a far more popular car than the Accord these days (325… Continue reading 2022 Honda Civic Sedan: new illustration
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2022 Subaru WRX: hatchback and sedan?
From these photos, it looks like Subaru could offer the next generation WRX in 2 body styles. The top photo (as well as the one HERE) shows a slightly more slanted rear window. But especially, a wiper. Which is usually only used on a hatchback design. Subaru did offer a WRX hatch from 2007… Continue reading 2022 Subaru WRX: hatchback and sedan?
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2022 Subaru WRX: the next generation…
It looks like a new Subaru WRX is on its way. But, upon closer inspection, it doesn’t look ‘all-new’. It looks like a total refresh, like the 2020 Passat or 2021 Lexus IS. Where all the outer panels are new. The rear side doors are the only place where the glass seems new. Or maybe,… Continue reading 2022 Subaru WRX: the next generation…