Shortly after introducing the new XL1 concept at the Qatar Auto Show, which is the improved version of L1, Volkswagen's fuel efficient concept might enter the series production somewhere in 2013 in a limited version which could reach maximum 100 units. Thanks to a hybrid powertrain which offers an electric 27-horsepower engine powered by a lithium-ion battery and a two-cylinder...
It seems that the Germans from Volkswagen changed the name of the extremely fuel efficient concept from L1 to XL1 and released few extra details and videos for this concept which is closer and closer to the series production but however still a concept. The innovative lightweight vehicle which weighs just 380 kilograms comes with a two-cylinder TDI engine together...
Rumored to be based on the KTM X-Bow and to be a sporty concept, the new Alfa Romeo 4C concept will be displayed at the Geneva Motor Show in March. While we don't have too many details on this as the announcement has been made by the Italians at an event in Greece, we know that under the hood the...
Few days ago Toyota decided to introduce the new Prius MPV, the family version of the current Toyota Prius. Together with the new Japanese MPV, a new concept based on the current Toyota Prius has been unveiled, its name being Prius C. It seems that after few days after the reveal event of the new concept, Toyota announces that the...
Back in 2009, the Germans from Volkswagen revealed an innovative concept called L1, a vehicle able to provide a fuel consumption of just 1 liter/100 km. The German concept has been revealed at the Frankfurt Auto Show and after two years a series version might be unveiled in the coming days at the Qatar Auto Show. The Volkswagen L1 concept...
Based on the limited edition iQ GRMN of the Japanese model, manufactured in just 100 units, the new Toyota iQ GRMN Racing Concept wants to be a sporty version of the small Japanese vehicle. The exterior gets some significant touches too, a new wide bodykit being available which brings a new front bumper with a new grille and air intakes,...
Together with the new Subaru Trezia, a model based on Verso-S, the Japanese manufacturer will unveil a concept called Rear-Wheel Drive Sports Car Technology Concept, a prototype which will foreshadow the future sports model under development right now. The model based on the Rear-Wheel Drive Sports Car Technology Concept which will most probably debut in the series version in this...
Together with the new Ford Focus EV, the Americans from Ford revealed a concept called Vertrek, a SUV prototype based on the same platform used for the new Focus. The new Ford Vertrek Concept adopts the Kinetic design phylosophy and is meant to show us how the next generation Kuga will probably look like. The sleek American concept brings a...
Borrowing Countryman's platform, the British concept developed by Mini has been introduced at the Detroit Auto Show, in the same time the officials confirming that the model will enter production probably next year. BMW's subsidiary Mini tries to extend its range and considering that last year the British people managed to set a record in terms of sales, with about...
The new Kia KV-7 Crossover concept blends the specifications of a family model with some futuristic and innovative features. Firstly, we notice the intelligent idea of the South Korean manufacturer to add rear Gullwing-style doors and normal front doors. The Korean concept measures 4,87m, quite enought to be described as a roomy vehicle great for long trips. The exterior design...
Honda decided to bring at Detroit two concept based on the same model, Civic, giving us a glimpse on the new Civic generation expected to be revealed somewhere next year. We talk about two concepts which bring futuristic lines and aerodynamic shape, innovations and new ideas. The Japanese people from Honda brought in the front of the American audience two...
Together with the earlier introduced MPV version of the current Toyota Prius hybrid, namely Prius V, the Japanese manufacturer decided to introduce one more hybrid model in the range, but this time in form of a concept. Toyota Prius C aims to be something like the opposite of Prius V. As the MPV version of Toyota Prius offers more interior...
The people from Kia decided to reveal one more and probably last teaser before the KV7 Crossover concept will be fully revealed at the 2011 NAIAS. Unfortunately this new teaser isn't coming with additional information on the new Kia KV7 Crossover concept but instead it reveals a part of the model's front. Thanks to the new teaser photo we can...
According to a report recently made by a British publication, Mini's Beachcomber concept based on the 1964 Mini Moke model won't enter the assembly line as it is considered to be too dangerous. The British concept has been introduced to the world last year at the Detroit Auto Show and benefited from quite a lot positive feedback from the potential...
It seems that the recently teased Hyundai Veloster coupe won't be the only attraction at Detroit as the South Korean manufacturer will unveil a design study called Curb. Hyundai decided to reveal two teaser photos images which reveal us the exterior features but also what we find at the interior. Inside we face a futuristic approach with interesting seats and...
Some enthusiast East Germans, and East Europeans for that matter, were chuffed to bits a while back when Herpa announced that they would be bringing back the Trabant brand. With a new iteration as the Trabant nT, Herpa promised a new EV car with an older nostalgic effect. But that was then, this is now and we have a new...
The Japanese people from Nissan decided to reveal a concept model based on Nissan Leaf, one of the nine concept announced and prepared for the 2011 Tokyo Auto Show. Nissan promised no less than nine concepts for the incoming Japanese auto show scheduled to debut in the coming days. Nissan Leaf Aero Style is a handsome version based on the...
The British manufacturer decided to reveal few photos and details together with a presentation video for their latest concept, Mini Paceman, a model which will debut at the Detroit Auto Show, in January next year. Mini Paceman concept borrows Countryman's platform but adopts a coupe style as you can see in the photos below. At the exterior Mini prepared 19-inch...
I guess the the Pagani Zonda is a killer machine even though it's dying. As I'm sure most of you know, by next year Pagani will be revealing the Zonda's replacement and while most people would be tempted in trying to buy that, some like the current version more. That's the only way the Pagani Zonda Absolute makes sense. I...
The incoming Geneva Motor Show seems to collect models decided to make the debut and the Chrysler Lancia concept earlier revealed at Detroit seems to be on the list. The American manufacturer decided to announce that the series model based on the Chrysler Lancia concept it's ready to make its first appearance next year at the automotive-dedicated Geneva Motor Show....
