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toyota reveals three new concepts in beijing

Toyota reveals three new concepts in Beijing

Three new concept vehicles have just been unveiled by Toyota on their stage at the 12th Beijing International Automotive Exhibition. The first one comes in two variant- a compact sedan and hatchback, which carries proudly the name Toyota Dear Qin. This is a global-strategic vehicle which includes attractive design and offers exceptional style. In particular, the word Qin means "dear" or "intimate". In the name lies the aim of the brand to make this model cherished by many. The Dear Qin concept versions hav

2013 subaru legacy unveiled at 2012 beijing international automotive exhibition

2013 Subaru Legacy unveiled at 2012 Beijing International Automotive Exhibition

2013 Subaru Legacy has just been unveiled at the Beijing International Automotive Exhibition. What lies beyond this new model is the philosophy of “All performance enhancement”. This refers to improvement made regarding the design, fuel economy, drivability and safety. In addition to this Subaru Legacy comes with more extensive modifications, which are not only limited in to exterior and interior changes. The new Subaru model delivers more

2012 rolls-royce phantom extended wheelbase with a beijing world debut

2012 Rolls-Royce Phantom Extended Wheelbase with a Beijing World Debut

2012 Rolls-Royce Phantom Extended Wheelbase made a global debut at Auto China. The vehicle completes the Phantom Series II family of the brand. Phantom Series II is an evolution of the Rolls-Royce Phantom model which first appeared back in 2003. What is particularly specific about the extended wheelbase is that it features significant improvements in design, drive-train and technology. Of course, it carries a striking new front-end design,

2012 rolls-royce ghost six senses concept delivers new level of sensory indulgence

2012 Rolls-Royce Ghost Six Senses Concept delivers new level of sensory indulgence

2012 Rolls-Royce Ghost Six Senses Concept is an outstanding luxury model which the richness of experience that comes as standard with any Rolls-Royce vehicle. When one approaches this exceptional Rolls-Royce their senses are immediately provoked. The delight continues through the experience of the lavish use of soft, sumptuous leathers, finest veneer detailing and special bespoke enhancements. In fact, the stunning interior was hand-made an

2013 ford ecosport suv shows confidant stance in china

2013 Ford EcoSport SUV shows confidant stance in China

2013 Ford EcoSport SUV achieved great furore at 2012 Auto China in Beijing. The car offers confidence and stance and great agility and fuel efficiency. In other words, this For SUV is the perfect vehicle for the city. The new EcoSport joins Ford’s family of small global vehicles. In addition to this EcoSport is full

jeep wrangler

Jeep Wrangler "Dragon" Design Concept Revealed

Since the 2012 Beijing International Automotive Exhibition is already in motion, we better start off with something symbolic. That's where the Jeep Wrangler “Dragon” design concept comes in. It's based on the standard, Chinese spec Jeep Wrangler Unlimited Rubicon, finished in black and garnished with bronze/gold motives which are strongly associated with the Chinese dragon. The gold/bronze details play a center role in the whole design thing (front grille slats, headlamp surrounds, the engine cover etc) but by k

seat ibiza cupra concept

Seat Ibiza Cupra Concept

It still is a concept, but production is foreseeable. It's the Seat Ibiza Cupra ready to please the way only a hothatch can. Powerful, nimble and clever, this little imp has all the right acronyms – TSI, DSG and now XDS – an electronic differential lock. A 1.4 TSI super/turbocharged engine under the hood packs a punch of around 180 hp and 250 Nm. With a set of paddle shifters behind the steering wheel, one can make good use of that power which is delivered to the road by a seven-speed DSG tra

2012 volkswagen e-bugster concept makes debut in beijing

2012 Volkswagen E-Bugster Concept makes debut in Beijing

2012 Volkswagen E-Bugster Concept is the successor of the emblematic Beetle and it will be exhibited for the first time in Asia during Auto China in Beijing. There it will show how sportiness can also be transferred to a Beetle with pure electric drive. The Concept vehicle is a two-seat Beetle speedster, 85 kW in po

2012 bentley mulsanne diamond jubilee edition brings even more luxury

2012 Bentley Mulsanne Diamond Jubilee Edition brings even more luxury

2012 Bentley Mulsanne Diamond Jubilee Edition is a model which Bentley Motors has produced in order to celebrate The Queen’s Birthday and her Diamond Jubilee year. The model is designed with great precision, perfection and craftsmanship. From it will be produced only 60 examples. What is very characteristic about these models is that they are distinguished by a range of exquisite, handcrafted features. For instance some of them bespoke embr

2012 hyundai i20 prices announced

2012 Hyundai i20 Prices Announced

2012 Hyundai i20 debuted a more than a month ago at the Geneva Motor Show. And now Hyundai is announcing full pricing and specification for the new model. It will be available for purchase starting from 7th of May. The new Hyundai i20 prices start from £9 995, which goes for the three-door 1.2 petrol Classic model. On the other hand the most expensive - 90ps (66 kW) 1.4 CRDi Style model costs £14 295. What is new in the i20 is the enhanced interior, which includes new wheel designs plus a

2013 acura ilx base price: $25,900

2013 Acura ILX Base Price: $25,900

The 2013 Acura ILX will hit the showrooms in May 22 with a manufacturer's suggested retail price starting at $25,900. It sounds like a bargain and with three engine setups and two optional packages available there seems to be a great deal of flexibility as well This 5-passenger, “windswept” saloon will offer a number of new and classy features such as Keyless Access System with smart entry and a start button. The Pandora internet radio is also an option and so is the SMS text message function

lamborghini urus crossover suv at auto china 2012

Lamborghini Urus Crossover SUV at Auto China 2012

Lamborghini will exhibit the interesting Urus Crossover SUV at the 2012 Auto China in Beijing, next week. The ultimate crossover will be probably powered by a 5.2 liter V10 with 592HP (435 kW), but nothing is mentioned for now. However, several pictures has been published by autoforum.cz and as we can see, the Urus is astonishing. The design reminds the Aventador J, but with serious clearance and sloping roof. Most of the manufacturers chase the coupe-like profile for their SUVs and Lamborghini is not an excepti