Kia Track’ster unlikely for production, but hints at next-generation Soul “family”

Filed under: Chicago Auto Show, Concept Cars, Coupe, Performance, Kia

Expect the next Soul to look something like the Track’ster, with Kia deploying more than one variant.

Kia’s Track’ster Concept is one of the big hits of the Chicago Auto Show, one of the rare concepts that just screams, “Build me!” But after a thorough interrogation of [...]

Aston Martin debuts production V12 Zagato

Filed under: Coupe, Performance, Geneva Motor Show, Etc., Europe, Aston Martin, UK, Design/Style, Luxury

Aston Martin has pulled back the sheets on the first images of its production V12 Zagato. The road car is headed for an official debut at this year’s Geneva Motor Show in March.
Following in the tradition of the automaker’s ultra exclusive One-77, [...]

Suzuki Regina concept renamed G70, production version coming?

Filed under: Concept Cars, Geneva Motor Show, Hatchback, Suzuki, Design/Style

The Suzuki Regina concept shown at the 2011 Tokyo Auto Show was an unusual little car. We don’t want to get our hopes up about production (especially since we’d probably never get it in America anyway), but the Regina will return to the spotlight at the [...]

Hiriko folding electric car headed for production

Filed under: Concept Cars, Coupe, Etc., Europe, Technology, Design/Style, Electric

One very unusual electric car has debuted in Brussels. The Hiriko EV uses a hub-mounted electric motor at each wheel, though that’s not the most interesting aspect of the vehicle. According to The Telegraph, the Hiriko uses an interesting rear suspension design that allows the vehicle [...]

Stealthy Jeep Grand Cherokee concept headed for production

Filed under: SUV, Jeep, Misc. Auto Shows, Design/Style

Jeep is using the 2012 Houston Auto Show and 2012 Washington D.C. Auto Show to unveil a new production-intent concept. Based on the Grand Cherokee Laredo X model, what we have here is a mostly blacked-out version of Jeep’s flagship product, with a few highlights in a finish [...]

Alfa Romeo 4C speeds into production with £45,000 price tag [UPDATE]

Filed under: Concept Cars, Coupe, Performance, Alfa Romeo

Imagine your dream car. What might it include? Lightweight carbon-fiber construction, high-tech engine behind the seats, legendary Italian badge on the nose…. The thing is, that usually means a big fat price tag that runs well into the six figures, if not seven. But while this latest Italian [...]

New Kia Ray is Korea’s first production EV

Filed under: EV/Plug-in, Kia

Kia has unveiled the automaker’s very first production electric vehicle. The Kia Ray EV will offer buyers a range of around 86 miles depending on driving conditions and will include a fast-charge option that should top off the cells in around 25 minutes. Otherwise, expect the 16.4-kWh lithium-ion battery pack to take [...]

Toyota confirms NS4 plug-in hybrid concept and production Prius C for Detroit

Filed under: EV/Plug-in, Hybrid, Toyota, Detroit Auto Show

Toyota is bringing a new concept to the 2012 Detroit Auto Show. The company calls its NS4 showcar an “advanced” plug-in hybrid, though it hasn’t shared any more information beyond the vehicle’s name. While we can’t say for certain, odds are the concept will give us a glimpse [...]

Alfa Romeo 4C speeds into production with £45,000 price tag

Filed under: Concept Cars, Coupe, Performance, Alfa Romeo

Imagine your dream car. What might it include? Lightweight carbon-fiber construction, high-tech engine behind the seats, legendary Italian badge on the nose…. The thing is, that usually means a big fat price tag that runs well into the six figures, if not seven. But while this latest Italian [...]

Honda EV-STER headed for production

Filed under: Concept Cars, Convertible, Tokyo Motor Show, Honda, Electric

Combining electric propulsion with a performance orientation is a delicate balance. Tesla managed to pull it off to some success. Audi has toyed with the idea with its E-Tron concepts. And some have been experimenting with bringing F1’s KERS regenerative braking system to road-going sports cars.
Honda, [...]

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