The next-generation Hyundai Tucson was captured in testing in Death Valley. 2010 Hyundai Tucson will made its global premier this fall at the Frankfurt Motor Show. Sales starts in Europe and Korea before the end of the year and in North America new Tucson expected during the first half of 2010.
The 2010 Hyundai Tucson will pick up a number of styling cues from the larger Veracruz. As Hyundai continues to take all its models more upscale, while retaining their current value pricing, is expected to feature an interior that will probably send all its competitors back to the drawing boards. With fuel economy more important than ever, a new turbocharged four-cylinder engine to be offered in the top models in the series.
Honda parts specialist revealed its new tuning package for the facelifted Stream MPV. Mugen studio’s aero body kit features all the usual pieces such as a front spoiler, a rear spoiler and a roof-mounted rear wing. The 2010 Honda Stream’s owners can also order additional exterior modifications like a sport grille, side skirts, 17-inch alloy wheels, a sports suspension, beefier brake system, a performance muffler with a single exhaust pipe and a sport air filter. [Read more →]
Audi unveiled a first photo and detailes of the upcoming A5 Sportback. The information includes details on the entry prices and the engine range. The Audi A5 Sportback is a sleek five-door coupe with a low-slung roofline and a large hatchback. The new Sportback will be available with an range of turbocharged and naturally aspirated gasoline engines as well as diesel units. [Read more →]
Peugeot, French automaker, unveiled official photos and specs on its new 5008 minivan. Peugeot 5008 will make its world debut at the Frankfurt Auto Show in September and ready to go on sale this autumn. The 4.53-meter MPV can accommodate seven passengers in three rows of independent seats (2+3+2 layout), the 5008’s boot capacity, ranges from 758 liters to 823 liters under the parcel shelf with the third row seats folded away. [Read more →]
Look at this ugly conversion of 928 GTS coupe into a mullet-loving pickup truck. This pickup-truck version of the Porsche 928 GTS was snapped on the road somewhere in Denmark, Europe.
Opel released the first promo video of its all-new Insignia Sports Tourer OPC. The Insignia Sports Tourer OPC combines a 325HP and 435 Nm 2.8-liter V6 Turbo engine to Opel’s all-wheel drive system and an electronically controlled rear limited slip differential.
Japanese automaker Subaru perform today the world debut of the new Subaru Legacy Touring Wagon. The all-new Legacy Wagon will be available on the all markets, except the U.S. Really, the 2010 Subaru Legacy Touring Wagon is the same car as the Outback, minus the increased ride height, roof rails and SUV-like body cladding.
In Japan, the new Legacy Touring Wagon is offered with a naturally aspirated and turbocharged version of the 2.5-liter 4-cylinder boxer engine. [Read more →]
Look at the first official photos of the high-performance ‘R’ version of the VW’s Scirocco. The new VW Scirocco R is powered by a new version of the Golf GTI V’s 2.0-liter engine boasting a higher pressure turbocharger, that boost output to 265HP.
The 265HP 2.0 TSI is mated to a standard six-speed manual gearbox and optionally, to a twin-clutch DSG semi-automatic transmission.
The Scirocco R is not equipped with an all-wheel drive system as VW preferred to retain the coupe’s front wheel drive layout. It helps drop the Scirocco’s weight to 1,330 kg. [Read more →]
Lexus launches new TV ads for IS C convertible. The new TV campaign is spearheaded by three new ads that focus on the Lexus IS C itself and one that highlights the entire IS line.
Look above. Its a Toyota Sienna test mule, snapshoted on public roads. As you see the new 2011 Toyota Sienna doesn’t look too different from the minivan you can buy today. It has been heavily modified around the hood, front fender and the entire rear quarter panel. For the 2011 model year, the Toyota Sienna will join the Camry, Prius, RAV4, Venza and Highlander on ultra-flexible “MC” platform. Production of the 2011 Sienna will start in January 2010 at the Princeton.
