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Vauxhall Monza Concept at Frankfurt Motor Show

Vauxhall has published some pictures of their Monza Concept, which is expected to make its official debut at the 2013 Frankfurt Motor Show. The futuristic vehicle boasts cutting-edge LED projection infotainment and an evolution of the Ampera’s revolutionary powertrain.

The Monza is a 4-seater concept 4,690 mm long, 1,310 mm tall and has been modeled after “ocean waves lapping on the shore”. It also has a lot of headroom and a generous cargo capacity of 500 liters. The gullwing doors help getting inside easily.

The interior features a wide and sculpted dashboard that extends from one door to the other which is used as a single projection surface. There are 18 LEDs creating the multi-functional display showing information and decorative elements.

Vauxhall Monza is powered by an electric drive with a compressed natural gas (CNG) range extender. The three-cylinder 1.0 liter SIDI turbo has been modified to run on natural gas giving even better results in fuel economy.

“The Monza Concept represents the Opel/Vauxhall car of tomorrow. On one hand, it embodies everything that already characterises Opel/Vauxhall – precision engineering combined with innovative technologies wrapped in captivating design. In addition, it addresses the themes that will be the development-focus of the next generation of Opel/Vauxhall cars: maximum connectivity and optimum efficiency.” ,” commented Dr. Karl-Thomas Neumann, Opel/Vauxhall CEO.

Source: Monza

August 21, 2013

Laraki Motors Epitome Concept – Price $2,000,000

Laraki Motors has unveiled their sensational Epitome Concept Hyper Car at 2013 Pebble Beach. The spectacular vehicle is actually going to enter in limited production of just 9 units.It is built around the chassis of a Chevrolet Corvette C6. The Epitome features a carbon fiber body panels, so the curb weight is just 1,270 kg (2,800 lbs). The engine is a Chevrolet V8 7.0 liter boosted to whopping 1,200HP (894 kW) with two turbochargers. The power is achieved on regular pump gas, while there is another tank, which can accommodate 110-octane fuel and by pressing a button the car will automatically remap the ECU and will be able to run on both types of fuel. In this case, the output rises to 1,750HP (1,305 kW)The pricing for that monster is $2,000,000.

August 19, 2013

Volkswagen Taigun Concept [video]

The entry-level crossover Volkswagen Taigun Concept is going to get in production not earlier than 2016.

The Taigun won’t be sold in United States because they believe Americans don’t want 3-cylinder gasoline or diesel engines and such compact dimensions. The Europeans don’t want it either, but somebody will buy it… eventually.

The Taigun Concept was presented back in October 2012 at the Sao Paolo Motor Show. The compact crossover is a direct rival of Ford EcoSoprt. The left-hand drive Taigun will be built in Sao Paolo, Brazil, while right-hand models are going to be assembled in Pune, India. Volkswagen is also analyzing the prospects of producing the car in Kaluga, Russia.

The three-cylinder engines will be connected to a manual gearbox (standard) or an optional dual-clutch transmission.

It seems Volkswagen is also planning an NG variant, while petrol-electric hybrid and full electric versions are under consideration.

httpv://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_lgKn4jtBx4

Source: AutoEmotionenTV

July 24, 2013

Ford EVOS Concept at 2013 Salon Privé

Ford will exhibit the Evos Concept Car at the 2013 Salon Privé, which will be held this September.

The Evos Concept showcases Ford’s global design language and a new vision for customer-focused intuitive technologies. It’s a 4-door, 4-seat fastback concept with state-of-the-art lithium-ion plug-in hybrid technology. The concept also features hinged gullwing-style doors, both front and rear, providing access to the spacious four-seat cabin.

Future Ford products will all feature many of the distinctive design ideas and advanced technologies seen in the Ford Evos Concept, many of which are currently under development in the Ford Research and Innovation laboratories.

Tickets for Salon Privé can be purchased at online or by calling the Ticket Hotline. Entry is fully inclusive of Pommery champagne, lobster luncheon, English afternoon tea and full access to all areas

Ford will exhibit the Evos Concept Car at the 2013 Salon Privé, which will be held this September.

The Evos Concept showcases Ford’s global design language and a new vision for customer-focused intuitive technologies. It’s a 4-door, 4-seat fastback concept with state-of-the-art lithium-ion plug-in hybrid technology. The concept also features hinged gullwing-style doors, both front and rear, providing access to the spacious four-seat cabin.

Future Ford products will all feature many of the distinctive design ideas and advanced technologies seen in the Ford Evos Concept, many of which are currently under development in the Ford Research and Innovation laboratories.

Tickets for Salon Privé can be purchased at online or by calling the Ticket Hotline. Entry is fully inclusive of Pommery champagne, lobster luncheon, English afternoon tea and full access to all areas

Source: Ford

July 23, 2013

Hyundai HCD-14 Genesis Concept Car of the Year

Hyundai HCD-14 Genesis Concept is named 2013 “Concept Car of the Year”. The vehicle was also awarded the “Most Significant Concept of the Year” title for scoring the highest among the category winning concepts.

HCD-14 beat out competitors in this category including the Honda EV-STER and Toyota Corolla Furia. The Hyundai concept was recognized for its state-of-the-art features and enhanced driving experience. HCD-14 Genesis reveals the technological future of Hyundai’s premium line-up with driver eye-tracking and hand-gesture recognition, thumb controls or gesture recognition used to select navigation, infotainment, audio, HVAC, and smartphone connectivity functions.

Source: Hyundai

July 4, 2013

2014 Chevrolet Camaro Bumblebee Concept – Transformers 4

Michael Bay has published two pictures of 2014 Chevrolet Camaro Bumblebee Concept, which will be filmed in Transformers 4. The most popular robot movie in the world will go out on June 27th, 2014.Michael Bay has announced that a modified 1967 Chevrolet Camaro SS will “play” Bumblebee in Transformers 4 earlier this year and obviously the classic Camaro SS will play only a part of the Bumblebee role in the movie.The 2014 Camaro Bumblebee Concept features an aggressive front fascia looking different compared to the recently facelifted Camaro. There are also a new fuel cap located on the rear quarter window, wider rear fenders with air inlets and a ground effects kit.Optimus Prime will be a custom-made “completely upgraded” Western Star Semi, joined by a “race-inspired” Chevrolet Corvette Stingray and a Bugatti Veyron Grand Sport Vitesse.

July 3, 2013

BMW 4-Series Coupe Concept in UK [video]

BMW is exhibiting the new 4-Series Coupe Concept at the PGA Championship Exhibition in Surrey, UK. The aggressive 4-Series has made its public debut earlier this year in Detroit at NAIAS and now has reached UK territory.

The new 4-Series has very few common things with BMW F30 (the latest 3-Series). The Coupe is 16 mm lower and 44 mm wider than the saloon, while the wheelbase has grown by 50mm. This gives more sporty feeling and better handling as well as comfort.

Other changes include longer front/rear tracks, 20” alloy wheels, hexagonal full LED headlights and a bigger air intake in the front apron.

The interior boasts BMW Individual materials with an elegant two-tone Black and Schiaparelli Brown trim with light contrasting stitching.

The engine range will include 428i (2.0 liter twin-turbo with 245HP), 435i (3.0 liter twin-turbo with 306HP and xDrive their versions.

httpv://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Lntob-uBDso

Source: BMW

May 27, 2013

Skoda Rapid Sport Concept

Skoda has released more images of the Rapid Sport Concept, which was introduced earlier this month at Worthersee Motor Show.

The Concept boasts two-tone paint job and a set of 19” alloy wheels with red finish. The exterior comes with an aggressive body kit and a dual exhaust setup at the rear. The front hood is also different and blends nicely with the rest of the exterior.

The interior comes with a sports steering wheel, Recaro front seats and illuminated door sills.

The Octavia vRS is confirmed for a July 11^th debut at Goodwood Festival of Speed, so the manufacturer is probably planning a similar variant of the Rapid.

Source: Skoda

May 27, 2013

Land Rover DC100 Defender Concept

Land Rover Defender replacement was delayed due to styling concerns and a new report is indicating the “basic” model has been scrapped altogether.Autocar has released an information that the Defender successor will not be produced in India and plans for an Indian engine factory have been put on ice. Other rumor says that the replacement will be delayed until after 2015, so there is a big problem because the current model is slated to retire in 2015.Land Rover’s aluminium body shop can currently handle 95 thousand units per year on three shifts, but there is already existing room for expansion to 180 thousand units. The manufacturer has started work on a further extension of the body shop, suggesting it expects to roll out more than four models based on the PLA platform.

May 20, 2013

The Nissan Resonance Concept Car

Nissan showed off their exciting new Resonance concept car at the 2013 Detroit Auto Show, Featuring what the company calls “V-Motion” styling, it features a grill that sweeps upwards and a windshield and A-pillars that are steeply raked rearward. The impression is a car in motion. Nissan says its designers were inspired “hypersonic space travel.” Team Nissan in New Hampshire explained to us that the Resonance is similar to the current Nissan Murano with proportions that imitate the mid-size crossover’s, with an oblong profile and short hood. High concept details of the Resonance concept include a panoramic glass roof, a tinted translucent acrylic grille, giant 22-inch wheels and boomerang-shaped lights.

Under the Resonance’s hood is a 2.5-liter four-cylinder engine driving a hybrid-electric drive system. It employs a single motor and dual clutches driving an all-wheel drivetrain. The transmission is Nissan’s next-generation Xtronic continuously variable automatic transmission (CVT). The electric motor is powered by a large lithium-ion battery pack which is recharged not only by the engine and but by the vehicle braking kinetic energy.

Inside the Resonance the “V-Motion” styling ethic continues. Even though this is a concept car, the futuristic interior aesthetic seems to appear production-feasible, not just for the show. The cockpit displays feature neat “layered” display panel graphics that reproduce a holographic setup without actual holographic technology. The gauges directly in front of the steering wheel are similar in color and look to the information and control center so the combination has an all-encompassing panoramic feel to it. Light-colored leather covers the seats and nearly every surface that isn’t already covered in metal or polished wood.

The Resonance may be a proxy for the styling of the 2015 Murano. Why not a separate Model? Well, the Murano has been one of Nissan’s more popular SUVs but not really one of its more practical cars. With the new seven-passenger Pathfinder now filling the role of people and gear hauler, it could very well be that the Resonance hints at Nissan’s planning for the future Murano, not a separate model. That may not a bad thing because in either a Resonance or Murano model, it should be a big hit in the showroom.

Pictures Courtesy: www.autoevolution.com, www.caranddriver.com

May 20, 2013

Volkswagen Amarok Concept V6 TDI – Worthersee

Volkswagen has revealed the Amarok Power-Pickup Concept at the 2013 Worthersee Motor Show.

The Power-Pickup is powered by a 3.0 liter V6 TDI with 272HP (200 kW) and 600Nm (444 lb-ft) of torque. 0-100 km/h in 7.9 seconds thanks to an 8-speed automatic gearbox and permanent 4MOTION all-wheel-drive system.

The striking exterior design features widened wheelarches to accommodate 22” alloy wheels, 80 mm lowered suspension, bi-xenon headlights with chrome surround and a chrome grille plus an enlarged lower air intake. At the rear there is also a carbon fibre diffuser and dual exhausts, plus tinted taillights and red, white and black side decals.

Inside, the dashboard, door trims and exclusive Nubuck leather sports seats have a black, red and white colour theme. In-car entertainment is supplied via an infotainment system with an eight-inch touchscreen and 500 watt subwoofer

Source: Volkswagen

May 13, 2013

Volkswagen Amarok R-Style Concept

Volkswagen has announced the Amarok R-Style Concept, which will make its official public debut at the 2013 Worthersee Motor Show.

It is powered by a 3.0 liter V6 TDI with 272HP (200 kW) and 600Nm (442 lb-ft) of torque. 0-100 km/h in 7.9 seconds, which is pretty good for a pick-up truck. The engine also boasts super-low fuel consumption and superb flexibility.

The exterior boasts 60 mm wider fenders to make room for the enormous 22” alloy wheels fitted with 295/35 R22 performance tires. There are also sill extensions with built-in carbon plates, two chromed tailpipes, GTI-like interior, carbon dashboard, subwoofer, race bucket seats and an 8” touchscreen display.

Source: WCF

May 9, 2013

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