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Toyota is keen to inject some fun into its lineup and will attempt this with some new sports cars, one positioned above the GT 86 (Scion FR-S for Americans) and likely to revive the Supra name, and another positioned below it and previewed at the 2015 Tokyo Motor Show in the form of the S-FR concept car. Toyota is hopeful that a car like the S-FR will get younger buyers to fall in love with driving… instead of only being interested in their smartphones. The S-FR is in the form of a small, front-engined, rear-wheel-drive coupe, and it’s said to be very light and responsive. The...
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Honda’s Rival To The Toyota Mirai Is The 2017 Clarity Fuel CellHonda is an industry leader in the development of hydrogen-powered fuel cell vehicles. In 2002, it was the first automaker to begin a retail initiative when it started leasing its original FCX hatch to fleet customers, and by 2005 it was already leasing the cars to individuals. Three years later...
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Subaru Viziv Future Concept Previews Next-Gen XV Crosstrek, TechSubaru brought two concepts to this week’s 2015 Tokyo Motor Show that preview new production models from the firm. We’ve already detailed the Impreza 5-Door concept, which previews the all-new 2017 Impreza compact. Now we have details on the Viziv Future concept, which previews...
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Yamaha Sports Ride Concept First With Gordon Murray-Designed iStream CarbonYamaha has been hinting at a move into car manufacturing in recent years, with the firm recently teaming up with McLaren F1 designer Gordon Murray to develop a city car concept called the Motiv. Now Yamaha is back with a new sports car concept unveiled today at the 2015 Tokyo Motor Show, and like...
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2017 Porsche Macan GTS Arrives With 360 HP, $68,195 Price Tag: VideoPorsche is expanding its Macan lineup for 2017 with the Goldilocks GTS, which was unveiled today at the 2015 Tokyo Motor Show. Porsche’s GTS models are aimed at buyers seeking something sportier than the S-badged cars but aren’t quite ready to hop into high-performance Turbo versions...
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Lexus LF-FC Concept Previews Next LS, Fuel Cell Future: Live Photos & VideoWe expected Lexus to introduce a concept version of the next-generation LS flagship sedan in Tokyo. We didn't expect that it would be a fuel cell vehicle. The Lexus LF-FC concept features a fuel cell stack mounted in the trunk, with the power control unit under the hood and the hydrogen storage...
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Subaru has released the first details of the new Impreza 5-Door Concept that it unveiled today at the 2015 Tokyo Motor Show. Acknowledged by the company to be a preview of the all-new 2017 Subaru Impreza hatchback, the concept features a "blend of bold expressions of Subaru's Dynamic & Solid elements, and a quality feel beyond its class," according to the announcement. ALSO SEE: Mazda RX-Vision Concept Hints At Next Rotary Engine: Live Photos The design hints at not only the next-generation Impreza but also at future Subaru models. With the Legacy sedan and Outback wagon just refreshed...
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Mazda RX-Vision concept hints at next rotary engineMazda today unveiled the RX-Vision concept car at the 2015 Tokyo Motor Show and it points to the return of the rotary engine. The low-slung sports car is a front-engine, rear-wheel-drive, two-seat coupe that showcases the latest version of Mazda's Kodo design language. CHECK OUT: Mercedes-Benz...
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Mercedes-Benz Vision Tokyo Concept RevealedMercedes-Benz is fully embracing the concept of autonomous cars, seeing them as a means to transform the way we interact and use cars. We got our first taste of Mercedes’ vision for a world where driving will be optional with the F015 Luxury in Motion concept unveiled at the start of this...
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Here’s Some Of The 30 World Premieres Pegged For The 2015 Los Angeles Auto ShowLast month we told you that there would be at least 30 world premieres taking place at the 2015 Los Angeles Auto Show, whose doors open to the media on November 18. Now the organizers have given us a better of understanding of what the list entails. Among the cars making their world debut will be...
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Thunder Power Sedan Is Taiwan's Take On The Tesla Model STesla Motors [NSDQ:TSLA] is currently the go-to machine for those looking to add electrified style and performance in their life. Other automakers have, of course, noticed and now more offerings are on their way. Porsche rolled out its Mission E electric sedan concept at this week's Frankfurt Auto...
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Renault Alaskan Concept Previews New Pickup Developed Jointly With Mercedes, NissanMercedes-Benz confirmed earlier in the year that it was working on a pickup truck, though whether or not the vehicle will make it to the United States is still up in the air. The new pickup is to be a mid-size model based on body-on-frame underpinnings common to pickups from Renault and Nissan...
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Every automaker loves talking about how dynamic its vehicles are, but it's Land Rover that's upped the corporate speak word game to a new level. We'd like to introduce you to the Discovery Sport HSE Dynamic Lux, which has made its global debut at the Frankfurt Auto Show. We're rather impressed that it's the British that have beaten the Germans to the punch and put the word "dynamic" right in the name. ALSO SEE: 2017 Jaguar F-Pace Preview Video It's primarily a styling package on the Discovery Sport, as it adds black exterior bits, body-colored moldings, and 20-inch glossy black wheels. Inside...
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Honda Project 2&4 Ultimate Roadster Concept: 2015 Frankfurt Auto Show Live Photos & VideoHonda has combined its motorcycle and automobile expertise to develop a radical concept car that’s been inspired by the world of 2&4 racing, where riders and drivers face off at the track to determine which is the ultimate form of travel. With Honda’s concept, dubbed the Project...
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2017 Alfa Romeo Giulia Quadrifoglio makes debutAlfa Romeo’s new Giulia small sedan launches on the market next year initially in its high-performance Quadrifoglio trim. This is the version designed to compete with the likes of the Cadillac ATS-V, BMW M3 and Mercedes-AMG C63, and the new kid on the block is already out-muscling the...
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Jaguar Land Rover's Fleet Of Cars From James Bond Movie 'Spectre' Roll Into Frankfurt: VideoJaguar Land Rover debuted a fleet of cars set to appear in the new James Bond movie Spectre at this week's 2015 Frankfurt Auto Show. They'll face off against Bond's new Aston Martin DB10 when Spectre opens this fall. The most eye-catching part of the lineup is easily the Jaguar C-X75, which will be...
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Koeru Concept Previews Mazda's Future SUVsAt this week's 2015 Frankfurt Auto Show, Mazda unveiled a new concept that previews the design of its future crossover SUVs. Called the Koeru, the concept features the latest version of Mazda's current Kodo design language, as it will be applied to upcoming models like the next-generation CX-9. The...
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2017 Audi S4: 2015 Frankfurt auto show debutJoining the new A4 sedan in showrooms next year will be the sporty S4 variant, which made its debut yesterday at the 2015 Frankfurt Auto Show in both sedan and Avant wagon bodystyles. We’ll only be getting the sedan, which Audi says will run from 0-62 mph in 4.7 seconds and easily reach its...
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Kia’s new Sportage has been revealed, and we’re glad to report it features an attractive, unique design that should help distinguish it in the marketplace from the sea of more conservatively-styled compact crossovers, including its Hyundai Tucson corporate cousin. This is the nameplate’s fourth generation, and it builds comprehensively on the popularity of the outgoing model with a host of advanced new technology features and greater quality. ALSO SEE: Koeru Concept Previews Mazda's Future SUVs Kia’s ‘tiger-nose’ grille remains, but the headlights are no...
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Mercedes-Benz Intelligent Aerodynamic Automobile concept revealedLike most automakers, Mercedes-Benz is studying the future of the automobile and building concept cars to predict that future. The night before the 2015 Frankfurt Auto Show, Mercedes-Benz unveiled its latest concept, the Intelligent Aerodynamic Automobile (IAA), to a gathering of journalists. ALSO...
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2017 Mercedes-AMG C63 Coupe: 2015 Frankfurt Auto Show Live Photos & VideoMercedes-AMG’s new C63 Coupe based on the C-Class Coupe has finally landed, debuting this week at the 2015 Frankfurt Auto Show. As expected, the car looks like a mini version of the stunning S63 Coupe, and we can't wait to take it for a spin. From its pumped fenders to its carbon fiber...
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2017 Smart ForTwo Cabrio debuts at 2015 Frankfurt auto showFans of the third-generation Smart ForTwo that’s just gone on sale will soon be able to opt for an open-top version as Daimler’s minicar brand has just revealed a new Fortwo Cabrio. The car is on show this week at the 2015 Frankfurt Auto Show and confirmed to reach showrooms in the...
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2017 Rolls-Royce Dawn Preview VideoRolls-Royce is upping the ante in drop-top style. It’s introducing a new convertible to its ultra-luxury lineup in the form of this car—the Rolls-Royce Dawn. Not shy about it at all, Rolls says the Dawn is the “sexiest” car it’s ever built. If you’re deep into...
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2017 Bentley Bentayga Preview VideoPure luxury SUVs are relatively rare today, but a real battle of the net-worth stars is shaping up over the next few years. Leading the charge is this machine. At the 2015 Frankfurt Auto Show, Bentley gave the world its first look at the Bentayga, a new SUV it says is the fastest sport-ute of them...
Martin Padgett