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  • Lexus reveals new LX 570 Sport Package upgrade!

    2020 Lexus LX Sport Lexus is giving buyers of 2020 LX 570 a new way to express their own personality via the all-new Sport Package upgrade.

    In terms of exterior, the special upgrade pack includes sport grille and front fascia, along with a revised lower rear valence, body-color side mirrors with chrome accents and more. And as it comes to interior changes, Sport Package includes semi-aniline, leather-trimmed seats in Black, Cabernet, or the exclusive Moonlight White. There’s also a black headliner.

    Furthermore, LX models, equipped with the Sport Package will grant customers heated and ventilated seats, four-zone climate control, LX projector door lamps, 21-inch 10-spoke exclusive wheels, Mark Levinson 19-speaker surround audio system, heated linear espresso wood steering wheel and wireless charging pad.

    In terms of drivetrain system, the LX 570 is powered by a large 5.7-liter V8 unit, which generates 383hp and 403lb-ft of torque, available at 3,600rpm. This system is mated to an 8-speed automatic gearbox, which allows the exclusive LX 570 to tow up to 7,000lbs.

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    Furthermore, in terms of safety and utility features, new Lexus vehicle coms with Safety System Plus, which includes Pre-Collision System with Pedestrian Detection, Lane Departure Alert, Intelligent High-Beam headlamps and All-Speed Dynamic Radar Cruise Control.

    2020 Lexus LX Sport

    New 2020 Lexus LX 570 goes on sale in September.

    Stick with us for further information!

    Source: Lexus 

  • Honda reveals details about upcoming 2020 Honda Pilot Black Edition lineup

    2020 Honda Pilot Black Edition Fresh from the plant, the new 2020 Honda Pilot arrives at dealerships tomorrow with a new Black Edition trim. Especially created as a top-tier of the entire Pilot lineup, the latest family member features exclusive styling touches and refined drivetrain system.

    2020 Pilot Black Edition is based on the Elite trim level and comes with tons of exterior and interior changes and enhancements. Just like the similar Honda Ridgeline Black Edition, Pilot Black Edition features Crystal Black Pearl paint and includes Black Edition badges on the grille and tailgate. Furthermore, the engineering team has included exclusive black-painted 20-inch alloy wheels, and blackened components for the grille, headlight trim, side trim, door handles, window trim and go light accents.

    Also, 2020 Pilot Black Edition is geared with the full Honda Sensing suite, which includes all kinds of technologies and systems that ensure safe and pleasurable drive.

    But let’s get back to the changes and enhancements, shall we? Pilot remains one of the few models in the entire Honda portfolio to feature eight seats (seven with an optional second-row Captain’s Chair) available three-person capacity in both the second and third rows. In fact, the third-row access is made simple by the One-Touch Walk-In technology. Sweet!

    Also, in addition to the Honda Sensing suite, engineers have geared the exclusive machine with an 8-inch touchscreen Display Audio system with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto compatibility, CabinTalk in-vehicle public address system, wireless smartphone charging and a hands-free power tailgate.

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    2020 Honda Pilot Black Edition

    2020 Pilot comes with robust off-road and all-weather driving capabilities – the vehicle is geared with Intelligent Variable Torque Management system with torque-vectoring. Standard on all AWD trims, the iVTM4 uses an electronically-controlled and hydraulically-actuated rear differential in order to apportion engine torque between the front and rear axles and dynamically distribute torque between the left and right rear wheels. This aids for superior all-wheel handling and accurate steering under power. Sweet!

    Source: Honda 

  • Ford reveals details about new Fiesta Trends lineup!

    2019 Ford Fiesta TrendsOne of Ford’s most popular models, Fiesta, expands its range with a new and well-equipped Trends series. This new model will blend strong exterior styling cues with some neat interior technologies and goodies.

    Available in three- and five-door body styles, Fiesta Trend features exclusive 16-inch silver and black machined alloy wheels, privacy glass and six metallic body colors in addition to a mesh design front grille with chrome accents and halogen projector headlamps.

    Furthermore, along with a new SYNC infotainment system, the model is geared with lane-keeping aid, speed limiter, auto headlamps, and MyKey system. It enables top speed, maximum audio volume, and other settings to be controlled and limited through the second “MyKey” gadget.

    2019 Ford Fiesta Trends

    New Fiesta Trend is powered by a 1.1-liter petrol unit that generates a total of 85hp.

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    Ford Fiesta Trend was created in order to replace the Zetec lineup as the entry-level series in the Fiesta range. Given that Zetec was well-accepted by fans and customers, it was a matter of time for Ford to announce a new lineup that would fill up the space between the entry-level machines and the advanced lineup of Fiesta vehicles. The new Trends model will be offered with Ford’s exclusive payment program and numerous warranty options.

    2019 Ford Fiesta Trends

    2019 Ford Fiesta Trends

    Source: Ford 

     

  • PEUGEOT team reveals new 208 and e-208 machines at CarFest events!

    2019 PEUGEOT 208All-new PEUGEOT 208 and e-208 will be among the star attractions at this year’s CarFest North and CarFest South festivals.

    The latest family member will appear at CarFest North, held in Bolesworth, Cheshire, between 26 and 28 July, while the all-electric sibling will be appearing at Laverstoke Park Farm, Hampshire, between 23 and 25 August. Both events will raise funds for UK’s children charity organizations, including BBC Children in Need.

    The latest lineup of 208 machines is available with a wide choice of petrol, diesel and for the first time, 100 percent electric engines. Also, this is the first PEUGEOT model to feature new specification politics, which allows more options for personalization.

    Furthermore, PEUGEOT Rally Academy driver, Catie Munnings, will pilot PEUGEOT 208 R2 Rally car up the CarFest hill climb circuit, thrilling spectators at both CarFest South and CarFest North. Munnings will also take on the “show jumping” challenge with a 3008 SUV at the PEUGEOT sponsored show jumping area.

    2019 PEUGEOT e-208

    Also, for this particular edition of CarFest North and South festivals, PEUGEOT team is planning to sponsor the VIP areas. There will be exclusive areas with the all-new 508 Fastback available for a test drive. At both festivals, PEUGEOT will be hosting a competition to win tickets to the ATP Tennis Finals in November at the O2 Arena in London.

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    What is also special about the latest e-208 machine is that it uses a 50kWh battery and produces a total of 136kW of output and ensures 211 miles of a driving range with a single charge.

    Source: PEUGEOT

  • 2020 Cadillac XT5 highlights and upgrades: here’s why we like it!

    2020 Cadillac XT5 Premium LuxuryCadillac’s global best-selling XT5 gets additional refinement and upgrades for the 2020 model year with a new turbocharged engine, enhanced technologies and overall revised exterior design. In fact, the upgrades in the upcoming machine are more than 40, compared to older models and ensure contemporary approach towards customers’ requirements and needs.

    Equipment

    Upcoming 2020 XT5 will continue to follow brand’s signature Y trim strategy and will deliver a well-equipped Luxury model with Premium Luxury and Sport strictly following behind. A heavy emphasis on 2020 model year has been made onto the more aggressive and sportier expression of the vehicles – all XT5 units come with a new grille design, revised proportions and overall muscular and menacing stand.

    Furthermore, the exterior features standard LED headlamps with IntelliBeam technology and sexy 18-inch wheel design and an optional pack of 20-inch goodies.

    Technology upgrades

    2020 Cadillac XT5 Premium Luxury

    Infotainment and driver assistance technologies take central role for the 2020 model lineup. Such include the latest Cadi user experience with more options for connectivity and personalization. There’s also next-gen rotary controller with new jog functionality, one-touch phone-pairing, next-gen 15-watt wireless charging and upgraded USB ports.

    There are also two new high-definition instrument cluster displays and enhanced automatic parking assist function.

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    In terms of comfort and convenience, 2020 XT5 welcomes everyone to a luxurious cabin with tons of highlights and utility features. There’s a new central console design with enhanced storage solutions, heated front seats, Bose Performance Series audio system and custom-tailored environment.

    Drivetrain system

    2020 Cadillac XT5 Premium Luxury

    Cadi team has geared its trustworthy 2.0-liter Turbo engine, along with a larger and more powerful 3.6-liter V6 unit, which remains part of the standard equipment on Sport trim level and is also optionally available for Premium Luxury models.

    The first unit, the 2.0L Turbo engine features a three-step sliding campshaft and generates a total of 237hp and 258lb-ft of torque.

    On the other hand, the 3.6-liter V6 comes with the massive 310hp and 271lb-ft of torque. Engineers have also included direct injection, camshaft phasing, Active Fuel Management and automatic start/stop function.

    Source: Cadillac 

  • 2020 Kia Telluride earns Top Safety Pick Plus award. Here are details!

    2020 Kia Telluride It is a well-known fact that Kia vehicles are the ones with the most Top Safety Pick and Top Safety Pick Plus ratings, compared with any other automobile brand. Of course, there’s a fine reason behind this phenomenon – Kia team has done its best with each new model and edition and the results are simply astonishing!

    The latest family member to join the prestigious A-team of vehicles is the 2020 Kia Telluride – with its “Good” ratings and “Acceptable” for all crashworthiness tests.

    In order to qualify for the Top Safety Pick, a vehicle should earn good ratings in driver-side small overlap front, moderate overlap front, side, roof strength, and head restraint tests, along with acceptable or higher rating in the passenger-side small overlap front test. It also must earn an advanced or superior rating for front crash prevention and an acceptable or good headlight rating.

    Additional requirements are good rating in both driver- and passenger-side small overlap front, along with moderate overlap front, side and roof strength. And last, but not least, a vehicle must earn an advanced or superior score for front crash prevention and a good headlight rating.

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    As it seems, new 2020 Kia Telluride has managed to cover all the demanding requirements of IIHS and score a fairly good overall score – after all this is one of the most prestigious awards in the world of automobiles and it is not a coincidence that Kia has managed to create one more vehicle that has endured everything that was thrown at it!

    Source: Kia 

  • New Renault Megane Trophy-R sets a new lap record!

    2019-Renault-Megane-RS-910Megane R.S. Trophy-R has set a new front-wheel drive lap record at the famous Spa-Francorchamps circuit by recording a time of 2’48’’338, which is more than five seconds better than the previous record. This magnificent attempt comes only weeks after the Megane R.S. Trophy broke the same category lap record at the fearsome Nurburgring track. And as always, test driver and engineer Laurent Hurgon was behind the wheel for the record-breaking run.

    By continuing the long tradition for Renault Sport, Megane R.S. Trophy-R addresses its performance and successful runs to the so-called three-pillar setup: weight reduction, aerodynamics and suspension. Limited to mere 500 examples globally, R.S. Trophy-R is 130kg lighter than its predecessor. This notable achievement has been done by a radical weight-saving programme along with a redesigning concept for the entire exterior, There’s also new aggressive rear splitter that generates greater downforce and an overhauled suspension system, which benefits from more negative camber at the front, a bespoke pattern rear axle and Ohlins two-way adjustable dampers.

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    And last, but most certainly not least, the power output of 300hp is generated via a turbocharged 1.8-liter four-cylinder unit that is mated to a six-speed manual gearbox and Torsen limited-slip differential. Neat!

    Source: Renault 

  • 2019 Nissan Maxima is rated top large vehicle for second consecutive year!

    2019 Nissan Maxima As Nissan prepares to launch the all-new and revised 2020 Versa compact sedan, its flagship Maxima sedan continues the strong showing in J.D Power consumer studies. Maxima was named the top ranked vehicle at the event. As you might know, US Automotive Performance APEAL is one of the biggest and most prominent automobile events and has awarded the next-gen model in the Large Car segment for the second consecutive year. Furthermore, this award follows Maxima’s top ranking in the 2019 US Initial Quality Study Large Segment, making it one of the seven machines to earn both awards this year.

    Nissan’s second most advanced sedan lineup, the Altima has also earned some recognitions this year – it is tied for best Midsize Car with two other vehicles in the 2019 APEAL Study. Along with its bigger sibling, all-new Altima and the upcoming Nissan Versa is set to have one of the most advanced and flexible sedans in the industry.

    Also, three other 2019 Nissan models performed excellently in their respective categories: Armada, Murano and TITAN. In the 2019 IQS awards TIITAN was ranked not only the best performer in the “Large Light Duty Pickup” segment, but also tied for seventh in fewest overall problems among all vehicles studies.

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    The annual APEAL Study, now in its 24 year, surveys purchasers and lessees of new machines, giving owners a platform to evaluate their car, truck and SUV across 77 specific attributes. Then the results are combined into an overall APEAL score, which is measured on a 1,000-point scale.

    Source: Nissan 

  • Peterson Automotive Museum will showcase new 2020 Corvette on a special occasion

    2020 Chevrolet Corvette StingrayThe Peterson Automotive Museum will host two days of special events celebrating the life and accomplishment of former Chevy chief engineer and racer Zora Arkus-Duntov, a.k.a. the “Father of the Corvette”. This two-day celebration will feature some premium events, which will display the new 2020 Corvette Stingray, a VIP reception, exclusive Corvette rally event, Corvette car show and a special panel for discussion.

    As you might know, 2020 Corvette Stingray is the first-ever production mid-engine Corvette and is by far the most powerful Corvette ever produced. The vehicle features a large next-gen 6.2-liter Small Block V8 LT2 engine that produces a total of 495hp and 475lb-ft of torque. What is special about this mid-engine platform is the fact that it allows greater handling performance and also contributes to this bold and futuristic sporty expression.

    2020 Chevrolet Corvette Stingray

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    On Saturday, July, 27 at the Sportsman VIP Night event the exclusive new Corvette will be on display along with some historic machines. There will be gourmet food and exclusive gifts for participants. And on Sunday the next day, at the Constellation Rally event, a silver 1961 Corvette will take place in the race and there will also be a Corvette car show and a panel discussion.

    2020 Chevrolet Corvette Stingray

    Source: Chevrolet

  • Nissan unveils new 2020 Rogue lineup – here are highlights!

    2020 Nissan Rogue Nissan team announced details about new 2020 Rogue lineup. Available in three well-equipped grade levels, S, SV and SL, each one offers a highly desirable blend of compact size and comfortable interior ambience.

    The Rogue lineup is one of Nissan’s top-selling models and features tons of exclusive technologies as brand’s own Intelligent Mobility suite with ProPILOT Assist. SV and SL grades also feature Nissan Safety Shield 360, Automatic Emergency Braking with Pedestrian Detection, Rear Automatic Braking, Lane Departure Warning and Rear Cross Traffic Alert.

    Furthermore, new Rogue features sexy exterior with body-color heated mirrors, integrated signals, a rear spoiler, privacy glass and roof rails. 2020 Rogue also comes with a neat panoramic moonroof and Nissan’s own V-Motiongrille and headlights with LED signature Daytime Running Lights. Of course, all trim levels come with sexy 17- 18- or 19-inch aluminum alloy wheels.

    In terms of interior, Rogue offers a premium look and feel. Among the exclusive D-shaped steering wheel and leather-booted sport-mode shifter, drivers will enjoy the services of NissanConnect, Apple CarPlay and Android Auto.

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    All 2020 Rogue machines are geared with a responsive 2.5-liter 4-cylinder power unit that generates a total of 170hp and 175lb-ft of torque. The engine is matched with an advanced Xtronic transmission with standard Sport Mode and an Eco switch. Fuel economy is rated at 26mpg city, 33mpg highway and 27mpg combined.

    Source: Nissan 

  • Lincoln’s exclusive suspension system – what makes it special? [VIDEO]

    2019 Lincoln Aviator Even the mundane road trips can become a trilling journey with the new Lincoln Aviator machine. Thanks to vehicle’s advanced and revised Adaptive Suspension and Road Preview system, driver and passengers can enjoy a smooth and rewarding driving course.

    Lincoln’s own Adaptive Suspension system uses a suite of 12 sensors that monitor vehicle’s motion, steering, acceleration and braking activities and then make fine adjustments to the overall engine and drivetrain system.

    Furthermore, suspension’s pothole mitigation can sense when a wheel is dropping into a dip and stiffens the shock absorber in order to reduce the amount of drop, which further lessens the harshness of a tire strike. Each wheel works independently, which allows the vehicle to tailor its response at any given road surface and situation.

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    The advanced technologies in new Aviator work together in order to handle any unexpected condition. Paired with Adaptive Suspension and Road Preview, the vehicle can use its front camera to read the road surface and spot speed bumps, frost heaves and other height deviations. Additional refinement can be achieved by specifying the vehicle with Air Glide Suspension, which replaces the traditional coil springs with guided air ones, enabling several preset ride heights for increased comfort and capability.

    https://youtu.be/lMVbnPWUETM

    Source: Lincoln 

  • Toyota finally announces details for new 2020 Supra lineup!

    2020 Toyota Supra Launch EditionAfter more than 20 years of anticipation, fans can finally purchase the fifth-generation 2020 Toyota GR Supra at dealers worldwide. This all-new machine features exclusive upgrades and changes, along with sexy wrapping and futuristic interior. Let’s find out more, shall we?

    The first 1,500 units will be sold as Launch Edition models. These are based on the 3.0 Premium trim level and each one will be uniquely numbered and will come with exclusive components and tweaks. The Launch Editions can be specified in Absolute Zero White, Nocturnal Black and Renaissance Red.

    Following the Launch Editions, new Supra will be available in 3.0 and 3.0 Premium versions. Both grades come with the same 335hp 3.0-liter power unit and an eight-speed automatic gearbox. Furthermore, both models are geared with large infotainment displays, smartphone integration and 12-speaker JBL audio system.

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    Also, both grades are equipped with Keyless Smart Entry, dual automatic climate control, auto-dimming rearview mirrors, rear camera and leather-wrapped steering wheel. Standard safety features include pre-collision system with pedestrian detection, lane departure warning and automatic high beams. New Supra’s palette of exterior colors include Renaissance Red 2.0, Nitro Yellow, Downshift Blue, Absolute Zero White, Tungsten Silver, Turbulence Gray, Nocturnal Black and Phantom Matte Gray.

    2020 Toyota Supra Launch Edition

    Source: Toyota