CARBLog

Volvo’s Australian division has unveiled the conceptual performance version of its S60 sedan. Based on the Volvo S60 T6 R Design, the S60 Performance Concept utilizes two partnerships within the Volvo family – Polestar and Heico. Polestar fine-tuned the electronic software of the T6 engine increasing output by 24HP to 330-horses and torque by 40Nm [...]

[Read more →]

Kia has unveiled its new plug-in Hybrid concept today at the 2010 Chicago Auto Show. The new concept, called Ray, is more stylish than other hybrid models like the Toyota Prius and Honda Insight. The futuristic character is continued in the interior that is comprised of eco-friendly and lightweight recycled materials in white tones that [...]

[Read more →]

Renault revealed the interesting electric concept, called Fluence Z.E., in Frankfurt. Its a compact sedan that use similar technology to the Nissan Leaf EV that was uncovered this summer. According to Renault, the Fluence Z.E. Concept will be released from 2011. The Fluence Z.E. concept model is equipped with a 70kW or 95HP electric motor [...]

[Read more →]

Its a special Superlight concept crafted for the Frankfurt Motor Show as part of the year-round celebrations for the two decades of the MX-5 / Miata roadster. The Superlight Concept, based on the latest facelift version of the Mazda MX-5, the zoomalicious Superlight is a two-seater speedster model with no windscreen that has been stripped [...]

[Read more →]

Lexus has published the first official images and details on its LF-Ch hatchback concept that will be aimed at the BMW 1 Series and Audi A3. With an overall length of 4,300mm, a width of 1,790mm and a height of 1,400mm with a 2,600 mm wheelbase, the LF-Ch is roughly the same size as the [...]

[Read more →]

The Volvo prepare its new S60 Concept for Detroit’s Auto Show in next month. The Volvo S60 Concept demonstrates that new sedan will ditch the rather conservative duds it currently wears in favor of a new, much more aggressive visual ensemble. Profile views show off a coupe-ish roofline, while pointed headlights extend back onto the [...]

[Read more →]

The BMW Concept 1 Series tii was unveiled at Tokyo Auto show. Finished in Alpine White with black stripes and accented with black and blue elements, the 1 Series tii has been lightened through the use of carbon fiber on the hood and other trim elements like the rear diffuser insert, mirror covers, gurney flap, [...]

[Read more →]

Audi has released photos for its new A1 Metroproject Quattro concept. The new Metroproject Quattro will be displayed at the Tokyo Motor Show. The Audi metroproject Quattrois a pretty small car, designed to take on BMW??™s MINI Cooper with its more masculine and upscale design. The coup?©-like roof line and aluminium arches that run along [...]

[Read more →]

The French automaker has unveiled its new concept in Frankfurt. The front end of Peugeot 308 RC Z Coupe is almost a direct carryover from the 308 on which it’s based. From the side, all we can see is Karmann Ghia, along with John’s earlier assertion that the roofline apes the Audi TT. The Peugeot [...]

[Read more →]

Volkswagen revealed the GTI W12 concept ??” an high-performance concept version of its GTI hatchback. Featuring a 12-cylinder, 6.0 liter engine, the Volkswagen GTI W12 can hit 60 mph in just 3.7 seconds. Delivering 650 hp and 553 pound feet of torque, this GTI concept uses the same powerplant found in the Bentley Continental, Audi [...]

[Read more →]