Tag: Toyota RAV4 Hybrid

  • New York Auto Show at a Glance. What to Expect?

    2016 Jaguar XF Debuting in New York Some of the most anticipated automobile brands have recently announced their participation in New York International Auto Show. Mercedes-Benz, Jaguar, Ford, Kia, Scion, Aston Martin and Smart disclose new models and features, that are definately a must see. We told you about most of them, but let us remind why you should be exited. There are many things, that woud be on the world’s press.

    The striking and crushing Vulcan debuted at the Geneva Motor Show. Definately a honorable addition to the luxorious hi-end line, that already includes the Vanquish Carbon, Rapide S, DB9, V12 Vantage S and the V8 Vantage GT Roadster. “The Vulcan” erupts with stunning 800 plus hp (500kW)  and a special driver program for owners, who want to get more experienced on a sports track. Definately a beast, that deserves it’s place on the show.

    The well-known for quality and style Mercedes-Benz brand decided to debut its high-performance SUV machines. Yes, we are talking about the AMG GLE63 4MATIC and GLE63 S 4MATIC. The revised models include serious changes, that modify the front and tail ends to bring you even better overall performance and new standard for emission wastes.

    Next, Kia team decided to premiere the 2016 Optima. It will come with numerous powerplant options, a bigger interior, some new premium features and complete pack of technology tweaks. The best selling and award-winning Toyota RAV4 Hybrid is also making its debut in New York. Don’t miss your chance to witness such a vehicle. And speaking of exclusivity, a V8, carbon fibre two seater is coming your way and it is named McLaren 570S Coupe. Actually this is the first model, that will be launched in the Sports Series trilogy.

    Ford Focus RS is the chosen one. The debut is the first in North America and the car will bring us overall performance tweaks, advanced torque vectoring, different driving modes, including the first for the brand drift mode. This beast comes geared with 2.3-liter Eco boost engine, that produces 315hp (231kW). The most powerful RS brakes and Brembo front calipers are also included.

    Jaguar FX will make a worl debut and will reveal a new interior and exterior changes, while Scion’s team will unveil the iM and iA for the first time. iM is hatchback with 5 doors, that combines flexibility with a sport design. The iA is sedan is designed for practical people with incredible style and increased driving dynamics. At last, smart fortwo is coming to NY with revised powerplant, a three-cylinder engine with 89hp (65kW), a power transmission with a five-speed manual or a twinamic auto clutch transmission.

    The Show starts from 3rd of April where we will get more details. Stay tuned!

    Source:  New York International Auto Show

  • Toyota to Premiere Tacoma and RAV4 Hybrid in New York

    2016 Toyota Tacoma TRD Off-Road Access Cab Front and Side ViewToyota will be exhibiting its future at the New York Auto Show, where it will display a wide range of vehicles, some of which we have never seen before. The first announced was the 2016 Toyota RAV4 Hybrid and it will be revealed on 2nd of April as the newest of the hybrids in Japanese company’s line-up. There are no additional words regarding this one, so we can’t tell you anything else.

    The visitors will also have the chance to see the revolutionary Mirai hydrogen concept. It will be accompanied by a mock-up of a fueling station that will serve as an example of how one can refuel a hydrogen car in five minutes or even less.

    The truck space has been reserved for another refreshed model in Toyota’s line-up. And this is the 2016 Tacoma. Here, we have more official data and we can proudly tell you that the vehicle will be powered by a brand new engine. Precisely, it is the 3.5 liter V6, but there is no information on the output. The restyled cab will be also fitted with a GoPro mount for the first time ever, so it can collect visual images of any adventure.

    Those who will visit the event will also meet a wide variety of other rides like the FV-2 three-wheel concept, the i-ROAD car, the FT-1 concept, the special New York Yankees graphic-wrapped Prius, the 850 hp Sleeper Camry dragster and the latest special editions of 2016 Camry and Corolla.

    In truck’s line-up they will also see the TRD-Pro series lineup, including the Tundra, Tacoma and 4Runner, the Sienna:Remix and the special Tundra TRD Pro Desert Race Truck, which went on a journey involving race over 1,200 miles at the 47th Tecate SCORE Baja 1000 and finished first.

    Source: Toyota