I just went to see the new Civic.The last time I saw it was at one of these “events” organized by Honda, a few weeks ago. And I really loved what I saw there. This time the dealer only had an LX sedan. The most popular model. The 1st thing I noticed, was how cheap… Continue reading New Civic 1st impressions

I beleive this to be the real thing. It matches exactly the various spy shots that have been around for a few weeks. Based on the same platform as the Fusion/Zephyr, it also shares the engines. The base with have the 2.3 Liter. Then the 3.0 V6. And the top of the line will have… Continue reading 2007 Ford Edge

So why not enjoy something else… (Hey! Isn’t that Bob Lutz from GM in that last picture…)

Just when you thought the 206 was a pretty modern looking car, they come up with this.The 207 .These secret shots reveal the 2 door and the convertible CC models. A 4 door hatchback will again be the most popular model. Just as a reminder, here is the current 206.

Here are some more pictures of the new Optima.It seems like a lot of people here have something to say about it. There is still a huge market for a decent, affordable family car. A good thing in my opinion.I just think, in the same class and around the same price, the Sonata seems alot… Continue reading 2006 Kia Optima

I’ve talked about this one before. The Brilliance from Zhonghua. A mid size car that they claim, “competes with a mercedes E class”. Right…At least not with a 2.4 Liter engine. But it was designed in Italy, and does look nice. And for 20 000 Euros, what do you want… This one is the “landwind”.… Continue reading Chinese cars in Europe

When people describe the Camry or the Accord as boring. They should take a look at this one.The redesigned mid sized sedan from Kia. It is , to me, the most generic design I have seen in many years. It has a bit of everything else. And the front end is a shameless copy of… Continue reading 2006 Kia Optima

Pretty much like the illustration I posted last week.Nothing unexpected, no surprises.Another good looking Jag…

Again, this is a concept. But what a nice looking sub-compact!Let’s hope the production version stays close, and also keeps most of the interior..

Look at these guys. Don’t they all look like they were selling used cars last week? They are trying to convice the audience that: 1 A convertible based on the $24000 S40 is worth $35000.2 This is a real “new” car, (so just look at the front).3 This is a real Cadillac.4 Well.. This guy… Continue reading Happy Suits!

Besides the stupid name, the 19 inch wheels and the funky inside colors, this looks like production ready to me. A modern wagon/SUV type family car, powered by the Hyundai 2.7 Liter V6.It looks pretty nice and should work in the US if they decide to bring it over here. Seats seven too! For those… Continue reading Kia Multi S

Mild update for the C3. It does look like the quality might have improved at least inside.That’s what needs the biggest change. A friend of mine in Spain owns a 2 year old C3. And he feels like he’s driving a 10 year old car…

Just when we thought they were going to call it the D-Max. They decide to stick with the Old name… Nothing breathtaking, the previous model was so old that the new one looks just current. It’ll look old in a couple of years.And it already looks dated next to the 3 year old Renault!The proportions… Continue reading 2006 Ford Galaxy

As I mentioned before, this is supposed to be a preview of the next Lancer for the European market. We will bet a sedan version of this for sure, but who knows. Maybe they’ll want to compete better with the Mazda3 and send us this one too…It’s a great looking car anyway. Hatchbacks either look… Continue reading Mitsubishi Sportback

1st picture.And it looks pretty nice with blacked out windows and huge wheels. But this is a concept version with a 2.0Liter turbo engine.So who knows what the actual think will look like. Or even if it’ll be available over here… And don’t forget: click on the adds, my car payment is due soon…

Putting a human being inside the car reminds us of how small (but roomy) it is… Hey! That should be me in there.

One thing is sure, this is NOT the production interior.I saw pictures of the actual thing, and even thought it also is all new, it doesn’ t look as futuristic as this. Too bad. I just hope the exterior is closer to production, because it is perfect the way it is…Although the doors and truck… Continue reading More on the Mini Wagon

The Yaris is basically the new Echo. It just adopts the name it always had in some other markets. At least it’s a hatchback. And a 4 door should come up soon. And I am not sure why they call it a 2007. I guess it must be going on sale after February or March… Continue reading 2007 Toyota Yaris

For the 1st time, we can see what the production interior looks like. And it looks great. As good as the exterior.The only problem I see with this “truck”, is the fact that the only engine avaialble is a big thirsty V6.With gas as expensive as it is now, the 20 something crowd might think… Continue reading 2007 Toyota FJ Cruiser

The Mini will be all new next year, including engines and a longer wheelbase, and it will include a production version of this great looking 2 door wagon. As well as maybe a 4 door. Now let’s all go down on our knees, and pray to God that the production version stays as close to… Continue reading Mini Wagon