Just how many different styles of body kit can the Toyota 86 (Scion FR-S) have? The 2013 Tokyo Auto Salon had the answer – too many! From subtle add-on kit to widebody transformation and even a LF-A replica, the Toyota 86 is really a tuner’s playground. Let’s meet the candidates …
Read More »2014 Lexus IS makes Global Debut in Detroit
Following the release of the 2014 Lexus IS first official photos last week, the boldly styled compact executive from Lexus has been revealed in all its glory with the release of new photos of the whole IS range. Making its global debut at the 2013 Detroit Auto Show (January 14-27), …
Read More »Nissan Resonance Concept Signals Future Nissan Crossovers
A new concept has been unveiled by Nissan at the 2013 North American International Auto Show (January 14-27) which provides a glimpse into Nissan’s future direction and design language for the company’s next generation of crossovers. The Nissan Resonance Concept showcases a radical and futuristic exterior design with high emphasis …
Read More »2013 Tokyo Auto Salon: Gazoo Racing GRMN Sports FR Concept
The crowd puller at the 2013 Tokyo Auto Salon (January 11-13) is none other than this GRMN Sports FR Concept Platinum by Japanese tuning house Gazoo Racing. Based on the Toyota 86 (Scion FR-S), the GRMN Sports FR Concept Platinum features a whole new look thanks to redesigned from and …
Read More »Next-Generation Lexus IS Sneak Preview Ahead of Global Debut
As the next-generation Lexus IS is all set to make its global debut at the upcoming 2013 Detroit Motor Show (14-27 January), anticipation for the first glimpse of Lexus’ most important model has never been so high. Thanks to Taiwan tabloid Apple Daily, a new cutaway image of the 2013 …
Read More »Mercedes Reveals Facelifted 2013 E-Class Coupe and Cabriolet
It was only a month ago when the revised E-Class sedan and wagon were revealed, now Mercedes is set to lift the cover off two new facelifted models from the same range, the 2013 E-Class coupe and cabriolet, at the North American International Auto Show in Detroit that will be held …
Read More »2014 Nissan GT-R Boasts Further Performance Improvement
As Nissan announced that the next GT-R won’t arrive until at least 2018, the current R35 GT-R will have to keep soldiering on for quite awhile. Minor tweaks and upgrades to the current R35 GT-R has been a yearly affair and this year is no exception with the introduction of …
Read More »2013 Tokyo Auto Salon: Toyota 86 TRD Griffon Concept
Toyota’s default tuning house TRD (Toyota Racing Development) is set to bring out a track version of the hugely successful Toyota 86 sports car (Scion FR-S) at the upcoming 2013 Tokyo Auto Salon. Called the Toyota 86 TRD Griffon, Toyota recently tested the concept at the Tsukuba Circuit in Japan …
Read More »Vilner Customises Nissan GT-R Interior
Got a Nissan GT-R and all wrapped with the performance but want a bit more for the interior? Interior customisation specialist Vilner is here to help. Shown here is a 2012 Nissan GT-R with a completely updated interior. The Vilner interior treatment includes small LED lights in the ceiling for …
Read More »Lexus Execs Planning for a New Halo Model
As the 500th and last Lexus LFA rolled out of the production line, Lexus is said to be already looking at building the company’s next halo car. “If we want to build a more emotional brand, then we need a halo car”, said Lexus Executive Vice President Kazuo Ohara. Although …
Read More »2014 Mercedes C-Class Spied
With the new BMW 3-Series raising the bar in the premium compact executive segment, Mercedes is also gearing up with the next generation C-Class, due to be released in 2014. The new model of the world’s most popular Mercedes was recently spotted conducting testing at an unknown location in Germany. …
Read More »Hyundai Veloster C3 Roll Top Concept
The Hyundai Veloster was introduced in 2011 with a sporty and daring design unlike any Hyundai that was released before it as the Korean car maker gears towards attracting younger buyers. Although it falls short of making into the performance car category, the Veloster, comes in the base 1.6-litre 4 …
Read More »Vath Offers Mercedes C63 AMG Black Series Performance Package
The Mercedes C63 AMG Black Series is already a beast straight out of the factory but that didn’t stop German tuning firm Vath from spicing it up even more. The standard C63 AMG Black Series is powered by a 6.3-litre V8 engine that delivers 380 kW and 620 Nm of …
Read More »2012 Honda Insight Review
The move to greener and more fuel efficient cars in the last decade has seen almost every car manufacturer now offering at least some sort of hybrid model in its line-up. Toyota was among the first to jump into this bandwagon with the Prius in 1997. Since then, the word …
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