Several leak images of Mazda Hazumi Concept has been published online, ahead of its debut at the 84th Geneva Motor Show. The interesting small hatchback will be presented to audience in few days.Hazumi Concept is designed to preview the next-generation Mazda2. It boasts stylish exterior with a prominent grille flanked by LED headlights. There is also a carbon fiber front spoiler, LED DRLs and a set of new alloy wheels fitted with low-resistance tires. Other highlights include a panoramic sunroof, a tailgate-mounted spoiler and a center-mounted dual exhaust system.The interior comes nicely equipped with four individual seats and a full-length center console. There is also a digital instrument cluster, a heads up display and an entirely new infotainment system. Last, but not least are the sport steering wheel, metallic trim elements and a rear seat infotainment system.
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Mazda Hazumi Concept [leak images]
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Volvo Concept Estate at the 2014 Geneva Motor Show
Volvo has officially unveiled the Concept Estate, which is expected to be exhibited at the 84th Geneva Motor Show in March. The Shooting Brake version of the Concept Coupe boasts an elegant exterior with flowing lines and gently curved surfaces.
The front comes with a prominent grille flanked by distinctive headlights with T-shaped LED DRLs. The rear is even more spectacular with the stylish tailgate and a dual exhaust system. There are also enormous alloy wheels fitted with ultra-low profile tires.
The interior boasts leather upholstery, grey wood trim and a lot of metallic accents. There is also a digital instrument cluster, a slender center console and an infotainment system with a big display. Other highlights include a three-spoke steering wheel, orange seat belts and seat backs covered in plaid.
Source: Volvo
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Honda Civic Type R Concept at Geneva Motor Show
Honda will exhibit several interesting concepts at the 2014 Geneva Motor Show. These include Civic Type R Concept, FCEV Concept and NSX Concept.
The Type R Concept model boasts futuristic design and strong performance characteristics. The highly-anticipated production version is expected to hit the market in 2015, dubbed by the design team as a “racing car for the road”.
Further underlining Honda’s leadership in the development of advanced technology, the FCEV Concept makes its first European appearance. Sleek and aerodynamic, the Concept points to the potential styling direction of Honda’s next-generation fuel cell electric vehicle which launches in the U.S. and Japan in 2015, followed by Europe.
The new NSX supercar will showcase the longitudinal, V6 direct-injected engine with twin turbocharging alongside Honda’s innovative 3 motor Sport Hybrid SH-AWD (Super Handling All Wheel Drive™) hybrid system.
Trivia of the day: did you know that the Civic is among the best-selling used cars of 2013 in the US? With 336,180 units changing hands, no wonder Honda are gearing up for a new generation.
Source: Honda
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Tata Nexon and ConnectNext Concept
Tata has unveiled the Nexon Concept and the ConnectNext Concept car at the 2014 Delhi Auto Expo.
The Nexon Concept is described as a “modern youthful compact SUV”. It boats the manufacturer’s new styling and individualism. There are no specific characteristics, but the Nexon has a two-tone exterior with a mesh grille flanked by distinctive headlights. There are also bulging fenders and an upward sweeping beltline.
The ConnectNext Cocnept is a futuristic vehicle that has an advanced interior that “seamlessly helps connect with professional and personal networks”. Essentially, it is an electric car boasting of Cloud Connectivity.
Source: Tata
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Toyota FT-1 Concept – The Ultimate Sports Coupe
Toyota has presented the ultimate sports coupe – FT-1 Concept. It breaks cover at the Detroit Motor Show, today. The new FT-1 concept is the result of Toyota’s Calty design studio, which aims to create the perfect sports car.
The exterior boasts a curvilinear form, pronounced front wings and sharply defined contrasts that express powerful performance. The FT-1’s optimum aerodynamic qualities are communicated by its large air intakes, exhaust ports and retractable rear wing.
As all real sport cars, the FT-1 has front engine/rear-wheel drive configuration, which alloys the cockpit to be set further the rear of the car, within the wheelbase, helping improve weight distribution and create classic sports car proportions.
There are no pictures of the interior, but FT-1 will feature a delta-shaped display zone, a Formula 1-style steering wheel and a colour head-up display that projects key information just above the wheel. The designers have pushed the A-pillars as far back as possible, to increase visibility when cornering.
Stay tuned for more info!
Source: Toyota
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Kia Concept Called GT4 Stinger
The Kia info-trickling continues. We now know that the super-awesome concept – set to premiere at the North American International Auto Show in Detroit in less then 15 days – is called the GT4 Stinger. A rather American sounding name.That’s because it is largely American. After all, the designs were drawn up by the team in Kia’s American Design Center in California. What you see here on this picture is the brand’s signature “Tiger Nose”. Introduced first with the Kia Kee concept back in 2007, that grille has been with us ever since, and while we can’t really see a tiger in there, we admire their imaginative approach. Those whiskers(?) of light are flanked by vertical LED headlamps. There are vents in-between to channel air to a pair of 20-inch wheels, so that’s new information, right?
Oh, and behind that grille, there lays a 2.0-liter engine that hurls 315 hp towards the back wheels.
More info before the official reveal should become available so stay tuned.
Source: Kia
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Audi Debuts Sport Quattro Laserlight Concept Car At CES In Las Vegas
So, remember that mysterious Audi coupé concept that was about to début at NAIAS? Yeah, this has nothing to do with it, although, we did mix them up for a moment. It’s Audi’s other concept that is set to make a world-first appearance at the 2014 CES in Las Vegas (kicks off on the 6th of January) – it’s low, it’s sleek and it has “quattro” in its name.They’ve also added “laserlight” to the title. Apparently, Audi want to much as much emphasis on their future tech. Headlights as possible. We don’t blame them. Who has lasers on their car and wants to keep quiet about it. Whoa, whoa! Lasers?! It’s not as exciting as it sounds, but yes, Audi are using laser technology for the high-beams to complement the now “démodé” LED matrix that’s been employed. The two inner trapezoidal elements of the dual headlights (nice quattro touch by the way) use laser diodes that are only a few microns in diameter. With their 500 meters of illumination, these laser high-beams have approximately twice the lighting range and three times the luminosity of LED high beam lights.
So when not blinded by the headlights, you’ll notice that it has only two doors and a swept-back C-pillar. It’s low (1,386 mm high) and stout (1,964 mm wide) with a wheel base of no more than 2,784 mm. The remaining 1818 mm of the total length goes to the overhangs (which are short). Most of the car concept is a blend of steel and aluminum, but there’s also a prolific use of CFRP material throughout: the jutted front splitter, the diffuser at the back which runs quite high, the door sills. Even the quattro-ish tail lights are backed by a black CFRP panel.
The total weigh comes down to 1,850 which is pretty good considering that beneath the again CFRP hood you’ll find a V8 bi-turbo engine mated to a powerful electric motor that’s being charged by a pretty big li-ion battery. That’s right, the Audi Sport concept is a parallel hybrid that can run on pure electricity for around 31 miles. The total power output comes to around 700 hp. 560 of those come from the 4.0 TFSI alone. The torque? 800 Nm combined. The stated 94 mpg fuel economy might just be possible with the cylinder on demand (COD) system, which deactivates four cylinders under partial load, and the start-stop system. Put it in sport mode, 0 to 60 should be possible in just 3.7 seconds while the top speed is limited at 190 mph.
Needless to say that such performance requires immense stopping power and grip. The front suspension is comprised of five links per wheel, while the rear suspension is based on the company’s self-tracking trapezoidal link principle. The stiff springs and shocks may brake your back over the occasional pebble, but you’ll forgive them when indulging in high-speed cornering. Carbon-ceramic is, of course, used for the brake disks.
Inside, a driver-oriented approach dictates that the climate controls should be integrated in the air nozzles; a single element is used to control the intensity, temperature and volume of the air stream. The TFT display has its own graphics card for exceptional 3D rendering, an iDrive-type-of-knob gives you control over the new user interface that has a menu structure akin to that of a smart phone.
That’s essentially it. Looks exciting and sounds interesting, but will it have what it takes to pay tribute to the quattro name? More importantly, though, is it ever going to be made?
Source: Audi
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NAIAS Kia Concept Teaser
The first image (sort of) of an upcoming unnamed Kia concept is here, and we are feeling curious.What is it?
All we know is that we are talking about a “stunning” 2+2 sports car designed at Kia’s Irvine, California-based studio. Hey, at least its not another compact SUV nonsense. Also, it kind of looks like a baby Veyron.
Is it going to gold-plated or what?
We highly doubt it, but if it is, may we suggest calling it the “Calf“? Don’t want to get too biblical here, but if it does turn out to be something ridiculously expensive and luxurious, it will be a type of heresy against the Kia way. That is, cheap, affordable and sensible. Then again, we’d like to see what happens when they flex their muscles.
We have nothing else, really. Kia promises full disclosure at the North American International Auto Show where this thing will make its world debut. Detroit it is then.
Source: Kia
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2015 Mitsubishi Eclipse R Concept
Eduard Zhikharev has published several pictures of his “Steel Drake” on Flickr. His vision of Mitsubishi Eclipse R Concept is really good and as he say – “R stands for reload”.
Many people liked Mitsubishi Eclipse during the years, but it had the same problem, since 2000th. The model lost its identity, so Eduard created this awesome Concept with gorgeous name, to demonstrate his vision of how Eclipse should look.
The new Mitsubishi Eclipse is expected sometime during 2015 and probably the manufacturer will reveal some information for the upcoming model very soon.
Stay tuned and enjoy!
httpv://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LE6LYTeFttU
Source: Oleg Steel Drake via Flickr
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McLaren Special Operations 12C Concept
McLaren Special Operations has unveiled a custom 12C. The special edition model will highlight the capabilities of the manufacturer’s bespoke group.
MSO was created back in 2011 and since then they created MP4-12C High Sport and X1. The MSO 12C Concept boasts a lot of upgrades including a redesigned hood, front wing vents and rear wing vents. Other highlights include a unique airbrake and an updated roof featuring a built-in air scoop helping the engine cooling. All parts are made from carbon fiber.
The wheel bolts, oil and water filler caps are manufactured from titanium, which additionally lowers the 12C’s weight.
The interior also has some carbon fiber parts like the instrument cluster and rear sections of the seats.
Last, but not least the MSO 12C comes with a new set of lightweight wheels.
Source: McLaren Special Operations
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Subaru Levorg Concept Debuts at Tokyo
While the audience at the 2013 LA Auto Show are oohing and aahing at the new WRX, Tokyo gets to see a different Subaru product. It’s the world premiere of the Subaru Levorg – a concept with quite possibly the daftest name in the game. It (the name) is actually a combination of three words: “Legacy”, “Revolution” and “Touring”. Who would have thought? Still not in production, the completed version is expected on the spring of 2014.
It’s always an important car when something within it makes a debut. This time, it’s Subaru’s 1.6 BOXER direct-injection turbo (DIT) engine. That translates into 168 hp and 184 lb-ft of torque. If you find that insufficient, you can always go for a 2.0 BOXER DIT that boasts 296 hp and just as much lb-ft torque.
You won’t be able to choose your transmission though. As standard, the Levorg is stuck with Subaru’s Lineartronic CVT. That, plus Subaru’s Symmetrical All-Wheel Drive system and Active Torque Vecoring, make for the perfect driving experience.
To keep you out of trouble, the Levorg engineers have also provided something called Hazard Avoidance Assist which scans for possible collisions and provides steering assistance accordingly. An even more complex-sounding system is the Pre-Collision Reverse Throttle Management. It basically prevents you from doing 60 mph in reverse gear. Ultimately, if you feel that driving as a whole is too much of a bother, you can trust Subaru’s updated EyeSight driver assist system that incorporates a clever cruise control programme, Pre-Collision Braking Control features and Active Lane Keep System.
In terms of comfort, the Subaru Levorg features high quality materials and a rich design, with piano black and metal trim accents throughout the cabin. The instruments light up in an icy-blue color while technical data is being fed through the 3.5-inch LCD between them. Should you still feel sceptical about the Levorg’s sporty pedigree, even after having seen all of the above, there’s a D-shaped steering wheel sitting right in front of you. Grip it and go.
Source: Subaru
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Mercedes-Benz GLA 45 AMG Concept [teaser video]
Mercedes-Benz has published a teaser video in Youtube of the GLA 45 AMG Concept. The performance GLA-Class will be unveiled tomorrow. It comes with a number of exterior, interior and performance upgrades.
The exterior boasts an aggressive aero package including a single bar grille and prominent air intakes. There are also carbon fiber canards, a new rear wing and high-performance brake system behind the AMG alloy wheels. Other highlights include body side graphics, “Turbo AMG” badges and some red accents.
2014 Mercedes-Benz GLA 45 AMG is powered by the well-known 2.0 liter turbocharged petrol – 360HP (265 kW) and 450Nm (332 lb-ft). The engine is connected to a 7-speed AMG SPEEDSHIFT dual-clutch transmission powering 4Matic all-wheel drive system.
httpv://www.youtube.com/watch?v=t52xKqBfaKc
Source: Mercedes-Benz
