Australia's Easy Reading New Car News Home | News | Road Tests Toyota Tonka 4Runner Show Vehicle NEWS INDEX:   Concept Vehicles Toyota Tonka 4Runner Show Vehicle 5th November, 2015 Putting the “Toy” in Toyota — with a capital T — is the purpose of the Tonka 4Runner concept vehicle, which will be on display at Toyota’s 2015 Specialty Equipment Market Association (SEMA) Show booth ..... more Toyota Tundra Tundrasine Show Vehicle 5th November, 2015 The vehicle started out as a Toyota Tundra '1794 Edition' 4×4 CrewMax 5.7L V8 pick-up truck. Toyota then transformed that full-size Tundra into a larger-than-life-size limousine—hence the Tundrasine’s portmanteau name ..... more Toyota S-FR Concept 4th November, 2015 Benefiting from the unique advantages of a lightweight sports car, the concept offers smooth, responsive and direct handling that gives a real sense of communication between car and driver ..... more Toyota Kikai Concept 4th November, 2015 This concept takes the machinery, normally hidden beneath the vehicle body, and makes an open display of its beauty ..... more Subaru Impreza Concept 2nd November, 2015 Subaru last week unveiled an Impreza five-door hatch design concept at the Tokyo Motor Show ..... more Lexus LF-FC concept car 30th October, 2015 Its headline feature is a high output fuel cell power system that drives the rear wheels and also sends power to two in-wheel motors in the front, making LF-FC all-wheel drive ..... more Mazda RX-Vision sports car concept 29th October, 2015 A new rotary sports car for the future? ..... more Toyota's C-HR Concept gives clues to new small SUV 25th October, 2015 Toyota has revealed a second C-HR Concept vehicle and confirmed production plans for an all-new stylish SUV which will compete in the segment below its highly successful RAV4 ..... more Renault Concept Alaskan revealed 7th September, 2015 Alaskan Concept is a show vehicle that paves the way for a ute that will have a global calling. It combines a payload of one tonne with cutting-edge, 'athletic' styling to meet the requirements of business users and individuals alike ..... more Aston Martin DBX confirmed for production 20th August, 2015 The new model underlines Aston Martin’s growth plans by signaling an expansion into the luxury GT cross-over market as part of a strategy to develop the most diverse product range in the company’s history ..... more BMW Concept M4 GTS 19th August, 2015 BMW Concept M4 GTS showcases new technologies destined to make their series production debut in a new model to be unveiled at a later date ..... more Hyundai “Vision G” Concept Coupe 12th August, 2015 The concept was described as Hyundai’s inspiration for its family of future premium products that promise luxury, performance and style with the value and responsibility that is the foundation of Hyundai’s brand ..... more BMW 3.0 CSL Hommage show car 27th May, 2015 This new show car is the BMW Design Team’s tribute to the 3.0 CSL, a coupé from the 1970s ..... more Mercedes-Benz Concept GLC Coupe 28th April, 2015 Concept GLC Coupé is a near-production-standard study that carries the GLE Coupé formula over into a more compact segment. The expressive show car combines typical stylistic features of a coupé with the design idiom of coming SUV generations ..... more Kia Novo Concept Car 6th April, 2015 Modern, coupé-inspired 4-door design for Kia’s latest concept; Minimalist interior design with high-tech features; Powered by 1.6-litre turbo GDI engine matched with a new seven-speed DCT; Hints at the design direction for Kia’s next-generation compact cars ..... more Volkswagen Beetle Concept Cars 6th April, 2015 At the New York Motor Show, which began last week, Volkswagen revealed four new versions of the Beetle: these comprise two coupe and two cabriolet concepts which further extend the line-up ..... more Hyundai Santa Cruz Concept 14th January, 2015 Hyundai Santa Cruz ute concept remains, at this stage, a show car only - no plans have been announced for its design and production. However, the market opportunities for a Hyundai utility vehicle globally are very real, not least in Australia ..... more Top of page Volkswagen Tristar Concept Vehicle 16th October, 2014 Its off-road capability combined with flexible transport and storage capacities make the TRISTAR the suitable for various uses ..... more Toyota Urban Utility concept vehicle 15th September, 2014 Designers included the ability to roll back the roof, fold down the tailgate into a ramp and customise the interior on a versatile rail system ..... more Mini Superleggera Vision concept 25th May, 2014 In collaboration with Mini, Touring Superleggera has designed and built an elaborately crafted, unique model which blends the tradition of classic coachwork construction with the Mini’s authentic British styling ..... more Land Rover Discovery Vision Concept 17th April, 2014 With the Discovery poised to transition from a single model to a new family of vehicles which will redefine the leisure SUV category, the Discovery Vision Concept offers an exciting preview of Land Rover’s vision for the range ..... more Land Rover Discovery Vision Concept car to debut this month 4th April, 2014 Discovery Vision Concept car will showcase the essence of a future family of SUVs built on Land Rover’s key principles of emotive design, unrivalled capability and ultimate versatility, taken to new levels using new customer-focused advanced technologies ..... more Volvo Concept XC Coupé 9th January, 2014 The two-door, four-seater Volvo Concept XC Coupé has a strong connection with last year's Volvo Concept Coupé. However, the larger 21-inch wheels, the more accentuated wheel-arches and the taller roofline all contribute to a more robust impression and a fuller, capable look ..... more Top of page Jaguar SUV Concept 11th September, 2013 The C-X17 has been made as a design study to introduce Jaguar’s all-new advanced aluminium monocoque chassis architecture, codenamed iQ[Al], on which an exciting range of future Jaguars will be built ..... more Audi Sport quattro concept car 4th September, 2013 Plug-in hybrid drive developing 515kW of power; Impressive performance: 0-100 km/h in 3.7 seconds; Production not likely ..... more Opel Monza Concept 11th August, 2013 The visionary concept car shows what people can expect from Opel in the future. Efficiency and connectivity are the two major themes on top of the priority list for development of the next generation of Opel models ..... more Suzuki's new Grand Vitara? 30th July, 2013 Suzuki's introduction of the compact SUV concept iV-4 is an indication of the direction which will be taken with the future model to be added to the company’s renowned SUV line-up ..... more Aston Martin CC100 Speedster Concept 20th May, 2013 The 6.0-litre V12-powered concept car made its world debut by completing a lap of the famous Nordschleife at Germany’s ADAC Zurich 24 Hours of Nürburgring race ..... more Lamborghini Egoista 14th May, 2013 If Lamborghinis are cars for the few, this one goes further. It is a car for itself, a one-off gift from Lamborghini to Lamborghini ..... more Toyota's youthful ME:WE concept 26th April, 2013 Working with Toyota since 2011, French firm Massaud has sought to make an “anti-crisis” car that addresses contemporary human, economic and environmental challenges ..... more An A-Class SUV from Mercedes-Benz? 18th April, 2013 Joachim Schmidt said "It also makes clear the further potential of our compact vehicle architecture, which provides the basis for the A- and B-Class models that led the German market in their respective segments in the first quarter of 2013" ..... more MG to make an SUV? 14th April, 2013 It’s the latest result of a massive investment in the brand by MG’s owner, the giant SAIC Motor group, and previews MG’s first production urban SUV ..... more BMW X4 Concept confirms production X4 in 2014 8th April, 2013 With the Concept X4, BMW previews the future of the BMW X range. It takes no more than a glance to see how the qualities of a BMW X model can blend with the genes of a BMW Coupe. The new 4-door concept from BMW is poised to continue the story of the BMW X6 but in a different vehicle class ..... more Hyundai HND-9 points way to upcoming Genesis coupe 31st March, 2013 Equipped with 3.3 litre turbo GDi engine matched to an 8-speed automatic transmission, HND-9 delivers a maximum output of 270 kW, while its exterior design exudes a befitting image of the powerful performance ..... more Kia CUB concept debuts in Seoul 31st March, 2013 The exterior styling of the Kia CUB highlights that it is both sleek and small, with a cheerful 'face' and a daring 'character'. Design features instigated by Peter Schreyer for the 2007 Kia Kee 2+2 concept are revisited in a new form ..... more Subaru WRX concept debuts 31st March, 2013 A prominent classic Subaru hexagonal grille has a three dimensional mesh pattern, in keeping with WRX’s sporty nature, together with the 'hawk-eye' headlights ..... more Hyundai HND-9 coupe concept preview 21st March, 2013 Hyundai has chosen the Seoul Motor Show as the venue to show the concept car that will form the basis for the upcoming Hyundai Genesis coupe ..... more Honda Civic wagon concept 17th March, 2013 The production version of the Civic Tourer will be in UK dealerships in early 2014 and will be built alongside the hatchback model in Honda’s production facility in Swindon ..... more Toyota FT-86 Open Concept 15th March, 2013 The world premiere of the concept in Geneva is occurring at the same time as prototype engineering assessments take place ..... more Spyker B6 Venator Concept 12th March, 2013 The Spyker B6 Venator Concept will begin production in early 2014 for key markets including Europe, the Middle East, Asia Pacific and India, followed by the US in late 2014 ..... more Pininfarina's Sergio two-seater barchetta 7th March, 2013 The new Pininfarina concept car is called Sergio. It is an exercise that Pininfarina decided to undertake on a brand that more than any other has marked the history of Pininfarina: Ferrari ..... more Alfa Romeo's Gloria concept 17th February, 2013 It would be propelled by a state-of-the-art V6 or V8 biturbo engine on the road. The bonnet powerfully evokes the Alfa Romeo shield through the lines of the car, which highlight the three-dimensional aspects of its form ..... more Toyota 86 convertible concept 1st February, 2013 The FT-86 Open concept is a sneak preview of a possible future variant of the 86 that was launched in Australia last year. The concept has been developed to gauge customer reaction for an open-top version of the 86 ..... more Top of page BMW Concept 4 Series Coupe 6th December, 2012 BMW has given the new model its own individual character and a standalone design – and, in so doing, has turned “4” into segment shorthand for competitive aesthetic and dynamic appeal ..... more Nissan Invitation Concept 9th March, 2012 Nissan has debuted a head-turning hatchback concept car which previews the company's next generation compact car, a mainstream B-segment contender to be sold in Europe ..... more Bentley EXP 9 F Concept 8th March, 2012 Above all, Bentley will be listening carefully to the reaction of potential customers throughout the world, prior to making any definitive commitment to production ..... more Mini Clubvan Concept 19th February, 2012 The Clubvan concept opens the door to a completely new market for Mini, small businesses who want to combine sharp driving dynamics with low cost of ownership, while also making a style statement with their company van ..... more Honda presents Acura NSX Concept 12th January, 2012 Badged as an Acura in the US, the new NSX, which is expected to go on sale in the next three years, will be developed by Honda R&D Americas and manufactured in Ohio but is developed for true sports driving enthusiasts throughout the world ..... more Hyundai Hexa Space Concept 10th January, 2012 The vehicle features eight slim, hexagonally shaped seats that fit together like puzzle pieces, maximising internal space while minimising vehicle width ..... more Top of page Lexus LF-LC coupe concept 22nd December, 2011 Taking the new Lexus design direction one step further, the LF-LC 2+2 sport coupe will be unveiled next month in USA at the Detroit Motor Show ..... more Kia at SEMA 2011 2nd November, 2011 This year’s show cars were inspired by Kia’s growing sports marketing portfolio that includes basketball, golf, motor sports and more ..... more Subaru BRZ Concept-STI 2nd November, 2011 The concept car is based on the Subaru BRZ, an all-new rear-wheel drive compact sports car, which is due to be unveiled in production form at Tokyo Motor Show at the end of the month ..... more Giddy up ... Volkswagen Buggy Up concept 20th September, 2011 The VW Up has a presence at the Frankfurt Motor Show in numerous formats, including the Buggy Up Concept ..... more Volvo Concept You 20th September, 2011 The Concept You combines a sleek exterior with a high-tech interior that keeps the driver in command via intuitive smart pad technology ..... more Volkswagen Beetle R Concept 16th September, 2011 In a debut at the Frankfurt Motor Show, Volkswagen is now showing a third variation of the "R" theme: the Beetle R Concept, which is more of a show car rather than a true concept car ..... more Two Concepts for Land Rover Defender 14th September, 2011 Both concepts capture the adventurous, daring, indomitable spirit of Land Rover. This spirit was established in 1948 by the Series 1, the first mass-produced civilian 4x4, which swiftly earned a global reputation for itself, for British engineering and for the Land Rover name ..... more Kia GT Concept 13th September, 2011 Although work on the Kia GT concept first started in November 2010, the idea of a powerful rear-wheel drive Kia saloon had been percolating in the minds of Kia’s European designers for some time ..... more Ford Evos Concept 13th September, 2011 “With its compelling design and innovative technology experience, this is a clear demonstration of the exciting vision we have for the Ford brand. While you will never see this car on the road, the next generation of Ford products will display many of the distinctive design ideas” ..... more Volkswagen Nils concept car 6th September, 2011 Nils, a single-seat electric concept vehicle that offers a glimpse of a new form of minimalist mobility, has been unveiled ahead of its public debut at the Frankfurt Motor Show ..... more Cadillac Ciel Concept 4th September, 2011 The Ciel – pronounced “C-L,” the French translation for sky – is a four-seat convertible that opens a new chapter in Cadillac’s design and product ascent, pushing the brand’s Art & Science philosophy into a new stratum ..... more Land Rover DC100 Concept 31st August, 2011 Replacing the iconic Defender is one of the biggest challenges in the automotive design world ..... more Kia's surprise sports sedan 21st August, 2011 This rear-wheel drive four-door sports sedan combines sleek proportions with a sophisticated and elegant four-seater cabin ..... more SsangYong Concept XUV 1 21st August, 2011 A showcase for the latest SsangYong design capabilities, the Concept XUV 1 uses extensive glass areas along with carefully curved bodywork to look imposing without seeming to appear ‘aggressive’. The wraparound windscreen visually extends the glass area virtually uninterrupted to the large C-pillars ..... more Jaguar C-X16 concept to debut next month 19th August, 2011 Designed by the same team that produced the Jaguar XJ, XF and XK - headed by Jaguar Director of Design Ian Callum - the C-X16 concept is a precursor to future Jaguar sports cars that will aim to set new class benchmarks in design, vehicle dynamics and technology ..... more BMW i3, i8 concepts 12th August, 2011 These concept vehicles provide a glimpse of the first electrically powered production cars from the new BMW i sub-brand, due to be launched as the BMW i3 in 2013 and the BMW i8 in 2014 ..... more Renault FRENDZY concept car 9th August, 2011 Renault’s latest concept car has a dual 'personality'. These days, professional and personal lives are so intricately interwoven that drivers find themselves permanently 'channel-hopping' between one world and the other ..... more America's new Honda CR-V 26th July, 2011 The 2012 Honda CR-V Concept provides the first official glimpse of the styling direction for the all-new, fourth-generation CR-V set to go on sale in the United States by the end of the year ..... more Audi at GTI Meet 6th June, 2011 The Audi A1 clubsport quattro is a one-off vehicle built to the limits of technology for breathtaking dynamics. Audi presented the show car in Reifnitz, in the Austrian state of Kärnten, at the Wörtherseetour 2011 (aka GTI Meet) ..... more Skoda at GTI Meet 6th June, 2011 This year’s GTI-Treffen in Reifnitz, by Lake Wörthersee, attracted car tuning enthusiasts from all over Europe for the thirtieth time at the beginning of June, and Skoda once again was in the thick of the action, showcasing the Fabia RS 2000 design concept ..... more Volkswagen at GTI Meet 6th June, 2011 After revealing the new Golf GTI Edition 35, the company pulled the veils off some other secret projects of a sporty nature: Volkswagen presented the Golf R Cabriolet as a concept car with 199 kW of power ..... more BMW 328 Hommage 25th May, 2011 "With the BMW 328 Hommage, we wish to pay homage to the passion and inventiveness of the 'fathers' of the BMW 328", explains Karl Bäumer ..... more Concepts based on Suzuki Kizashi 9th May, 2011 Suzuki America revealed two innovative and eye-catching new concept cars at last month's New York Motor Show – an environmentally-friendly Kizashi EcoCharge Concept and a high-performance Kizashi Apex Concept ..... more Jaguar C-X75 given go ahead for production 9th May, 2011 Jaguar C-X75 will become the British marque's most advanced model to date. It will offer performance on a par with the fastest production cars on the market, while adopting cutting-edge technology that offers remarkably economical running ..... more Volvo Concept Universe 24th April, 2011 The Volvo Concept Universe is a large sedan with a new design language that Volvo suggest recalls the lines of classic Volvo models ..... more Subaru XV Concept 19th April, 2011 Subaru today unveiled their XV Concept cross-over car at the 2011 Shanghai Motor Show (China) ..... more Mini Inspired by Goodwood 18th April, 2011 The special edition of the three-door Mini was built under the guidance of the Rolls-Royce Motor Cars design team and transfers the unmistakable style of the British luxury car manufacturer to the equally unique Mini ..... more Peugeot SXC Concept 17th April, 2011 Athletic, powerful, elegant, the "SXC", a Concept Car from the Peugeot Style Studios of the China Tech Centre in Shanghai, explores the world of an exclusive and modern Cross-over ..... more SsangYong KEV2 concept 17th April, 2011 The KEV2 presents the future vision of SsangYong's electric car technology and follows SsangYong's Korando C EV launched at the 2010 Busan Motor Show and recently shown at Switzerland's 2011 Geneva Motor Show ..... more Subaru XV Concept set for Shanghai 12th April, 2011 The Symmetrical All-Wheel Drive XV concept offers genuine cross-over ability ..... more Mercedes-Benz Concept A-Class 7th April, 2011 The technical highlights include a new, turbocharged four-cylinder petrol engine, a dual clutch transmission and a radar-based collision warning system with adaptive Brake Assist ..... more BMW M5 Concept for Shanghai 6th April, 2011 Twenty six years ago, BMW presented their first large sedan with the motor racing qualities of a high-performance sports car, laying the foundation stone for the brand to compete in an expanding vehicle category ..... more Lexus LF-Gh Hybrid Concept for New York 6th April, 2011 Lexus has announced that the LF-Gh hybrid concept will make its world debut at the 2011 New York Motor Show ..... more Chevrolet Mi-ray Roadster Concept 1st April, 2011 The Mi-ray was developed at the GM Advanced Design Studio in Seoul. Combining cutting-edge hybrid propulsion technology and advanced styling, it balances iconic Chevrolet design cues with a future design vision ..... more Kia Naimo Electric Concept 1st April, 2011 The third electric vehicle design to be unveiled by Kia Motors Corporation in a year, the 3.9-metre long Naimo concept explores the practicalities of introducing a zero-emissions, five-door, four-seater city car into a future niche market ..... more GM's new Colorado ute 23rd March, 2011 The concept previews the next-generation Colorado mid-size utility truck in Chevrolet guise. The new Chevrolet Colorado goes on sale in Thailand later this year. An Australian release is expected in 2012 ..... more Ssangyong SUT 1 Concept 9th March, 2011 The new SsangYong Actyon utility, based on the new concept vehicle, is likely to go on sale in Australia and across the globe from early 2012 ..... more Volkswagen's Golf R studies 9th March, 2011 The Golf R – the top model of the Golf series, is on display in four special versions at the 2011 Geneva Motor Show ..... more Opel Zafira Tourer Concept 6th March, 2011 The Zafira Tourer Concept is like a “lounge on wheels” with a light and airy interior that offers space for rear passengers. It brings values like ambition and innovative technologies to the monocab segment while showcasing Opel’s design philosophy "sculptural artistry meets German precision" ..... more Suzuki Swift S Concept 3rd March, 2011 The Swift S-Concept embodies the concept of a premium sport compact with uncompromised performance. The body is 30 mm lower and 60 mm wider than that of the standard Swift and has such a strong visual presence that it doesn’t seem as compact as it actually is ..... more Fiat 500 Coupe Zagato 3rd March, 2011 In addition, the unique shape of the roof features the characteristic "double hump" in the roofline, the true emblem of Zagato’s sports cars, teaming the lowering of the car with retaining excellent interior comfort ..... more Alfa Romeo 4C Concept 3rd March, 2011 The Alfa Romeo 4C Concept previews the 2012 successor for the now out of production Brera coupe. Expect a soft-top at some time too ..... more Mitsubishi's new little concept car revealed 2nd March, 2011 The production version of the Mitsubishi Global Small Concept will be released in Australia during 2012. A 1.2 litre 3-cylinder engine is most likely for the Australian model ..... more Audi A3 Concept revealed 2nd March, 2011 Audi has revealed an attractive technical study – the A3 concept – at the 2011 Geneva Motor Show. The four-seat 'notchback' sedan integrates the full breadth of the brand’s technological expertise ..... more BMW Vision ConnectedDrive Concept 2nd March, 2011 The BMW Vision ConnectedDrive Concept demonstrates current and future methods of mobile networking in a focused way. The design and technology of this roadster are aimed at making the vehicle an integral part of a networked world ..... more Toyota sports car getting closer 2nd March, 2011 The Toyota FT-86 II Concept is an entirely driver-oriented concept - designed to give form to the intrinsic joy of driving through precise, instantaneous responses to even the smallest throttle or steering input - for those who regard driving as a passion rather than a necessity ..... more Mazda Minagi Concept at Geneva Motor Show 1st March, 2011 The Minagi concept, being displayed at the Geneva Motor Show showcases characteristics likely to be seen in the next generation of Mazda cars ..... more Volkswagen Bulli Concept 1st March, 2011 The Volkswagen bus, like only a few other cars, stands for the spirit of freedom. It debuted over 60 years ago in 1950 with a contagiously simple design. Its internal Volkswagen code name was T1 for Transporter one (T1). The Germans called it the Bulli, and to Americans it was the Microbus ..... more Smart Forspeed Concept 27th February, 2011 No roof, minimal windows and a responsive and zero-emission electric drive at the rear: the Smart Forspeed concept combines responsibility and emotional appeal in a new and pleasurable way ..... more Mini Rocketman Concept 25th February, 2011 The study car harks back to the classic Mini in terms of its exterior dimensions, while its technology points to the future of automotive design. A 3+1-seater with 3 doors and a length of just over 3 metres (approx. 10 feet), the Mini Rocketman Concept responds to the fundamental requirements of mobile lifestyles in the big cities of the future by pooling the brand’s core values in concentrated form ..... more Audi A3 Concept 23rd February, 2011 Audi will present an attractive technological concept car based on the next generation of the Audi A3 at the 81st Geneva Motor Show in early March 2011 ..... more Infiniti Etherea Concept 16th February, 2011 With Nissan's Infiniti brand expanding their global presence and with an expanding product line-up, it is only a matter of time before Infiniti returns to the Australian market ..... more Renault Captur Concept 13th February, 2011 Just like its predecessor, Renault Captur defines the simple and warm style that will be progressively extended to future Renault car designs ..... more Suzuki Swift S Concept 11th February, 2011 Based on the all-new Swift which went on sale in Australia this week, the Swift S Concept conveys a more sporty design theme than the 'regular' production version ..... more Nissan Esflow Concept - an electric sports car 10th February, 2011 It may be a concept, but the Nissan Esflow electric sports car proves it’s possible to remain environmentally sympathetic without having to give up the joy of driving ..... more Mazda Minagi Concept 19th January, 2011 Mazda's new Minagi compact cross-over SUV concept car will debut at the 2011 Geneva Motor Show. A production version, based on the concept, is likely to arrive here next year ..... more Mitsubishi "Global Small": more details 18th January, 2011 Mitsubishi will give the global premiere of the Mitsubishi Concept Global Small, a concept car based on the features of "compact", "affordability", and "high fuel efficiency" at the 81st Geneva Motor Show ..... more Subaru & Toyota develop RWD sports car 16th January, 2011 A Subaru rear-wheel drive sports car is currently under joint development as part of the business alliance with Toyota Motor Corporation ..... more Ford Vertrek concept 12th January, 2011 Ford’s continually evolving global kinetic design philosophy is well-suited to the next generation of compact sport utility vehicles as envisioned by the Ford Vertrek concept unveiled at the 2011 Detroit Motor Show this week ..... more Kia KV7 Concept 11th January, 2011 Conceived as a modern-day “activity van,” the Kia KV7 concept challenges the notion that vans are strictly for family transportation and reveals a vision for a vehicle with the functionality to transport a large number of people and their belongings while also serving as a 'connected' social hub for groups of friends and adventure-seekers ..... more Honda Civic Concepts 11th January, 2011 The Honda Civic Si Concept coupe and Civic Concept sedan are making world debuts at America's Detroit Motor Show, providing the first official glimpse at the styling direction of the all-new, ninth-generation 2012 model set to go on sale mid-year, American Honda announced ..... more Hyundai Curb Concept vehicle 11th January, 2011 The inspiration for Curb came from the need to evolve Hyundai’s “Fluidic Sculpture” design language for younger buyers. Hyundai designers wanted to make a vehicle loaded with technology that was at home in an urban environment with potholes and densely packed entertainment venues on the streets (such as cinema, cafe and restaurant strips) ..... more Hyundai HCD-12 Curb Concept 7th January, 2011 Another design concept to be shown at the 2011 Detroit Motor show is the Hyundai HCD-12 Curb ..... more GMC Sierra All Terrain HD concept 3rd January, 2011 The GMC Sierra All Terrain HD concept is an exploration of heavy-duty American 'pick-up' truck capability combined with greater off-road versatility. It is highlighted by a bold exterior design and enhanced all-terrain suspension ..... more Top of page Preview: Kia KV7 Concept 24th December, 2010 For the past several years Kia Motors’ design-led transformation has been delivering production vehicles – such as the Soul, Cerato Koup and Sportage – that bear a very close resemblance to the original concept designs that preceded them ..... more Mini Paceman 19th December, 2010 Following the launch of the Mini Countryman and the forthcoming launches of the Mini Coupe and Roadster, the Paceman Concept shows once again not only the innovative spirit and adventure among its design team, but also the potential breadth of the Mini brand as it grows and develops ..... more Nissan Ellure Concept 5th December, 2010 With lines that gain energy as they move through the exterior, an interior that is as engaging as it is inviting, and effortless technology embedded with intuitive intelligence, Ellure stands as Nissan’s latest expression of innovation for design ..... more Volvo Air Motion design study 22nd November, 2010 Lighter than a Formula One racing car tipping the scales at under 1,000 lbs, the Volvo Air Motion Concept has been designed like a clam shell and sculptured from ultra light carbon fibre ..... more Mazda MX-0 Design Study 22nd November, 2010 Safety has been addressed by providing an exterior airbag system that deploys an open-cell crumple zone when it senses an impending crash ..... more Subaru Impreza Design Concept revealed 22nd November, 2010 Built to express possible future Subaru design elements, the Impreza Design Concept conveys a sporty and lively "four-door coupe" style ..... more Holden Efijy to headline Motorclassica 14th October, 2010 Holden’s stunning 21st century hot rod concept - EFIJY - has been chosen to headline a collection of the world’s most beautiful cars in Melbourne later this month ..... more Lamborghini Sesto Elemento Concept 30th September, 2010 The Lamborghini Sesto Elemento concept car has an overall curb weight of just 999 kilogrammes (2,202 lb) – including V10 power unit and permanent all-wheel drive. This makes the Sesto Elemento a unique demonstration of the technological expertise of Automobili Lamborghini ..... more Jaguar's new super car, the C-X75 concept 30th September, 2010 Jaguar has revealed a stunning range-extended electric super car concept car. The C-X75 has been designed to celebrate 75 years of the marque and provide a glimpse into the future of Jaguar and its commitment to producing beautiful, fast cars powered by sustainable means ..... more Kia at Paris Motor Show 23rd September, 2010 Kia’s 2010 Paris Motor Show stand will major on striking design and new technologies. Taking centre stage and making its world premiere will be the eye-catching, compact and unique electric POP concept ..... more Peugeot EX1 concept car 22nd September, 2010 Peugeot’s latest concept car is a visually striking two-seater roadster with futuristic styling and an original architecture, designed to offer intense driving sensations as a celebration of the marque’s 200th anniversary ..... more Citroen Lacoste concept car 20th September, 2010 Pure, simple and laid-back, while remaining sophisticated, the Citroen Lacoste concept car takes another step forward towards the car of the future, a vehicle aimed at putting an end to the “always more” mantra that often controls the automotive industry ..... more BMW's new coupe 19th September, 2010 Sports driving pleasure and exclusivity in a premium-class 2+2 seater are redefined in the BMW Concept 6 Series Coupé. This concept study, to be unveiled for the first time next month at the 2010 Paris Motor Show ..... more New Astra Coupe Concept for GM Europe 12th September, 2010 Opel and Vauxhall’s GTC Paris Concept, which gives the strongest hint yet to the Astra Sport Hatch’s successor and is set for a debut early next month at the Paris Motor Show ..... more Mazda's new design theme: ‘KODO – Soul Of Motion’ 7th September, 2010 Mazda has announced its new design theme, ‘KODO – Soul of Motion’, and the design concept model, Mazda Shinari, an expression of this new theme ..... more Renault DeZir concept car 6th July, 2010 Renault's new concept car, DeZir, will be shown at this year's Paris Motor Show. DeZir stands out as an illustration of the brand's commitment to more emotional styling ..... more Chevrolet Volt MPV5 Concept 29th April, 2010 In preparation for the Volt’s arrival, Chevrolet is leveraging the Beijing Motor Show, which opened yesterday, to introduce the Volt MPV5 electric concept ..... more BMW  Concept Gran Coupé 26th April, 2010 The concept shows the classic features of all BMW coupes: the long wheelbase, the vaulted bonnet with forward-pointing lines, the set-back 'greenhouse', the flat silhouette, the coupe-style roof line and the short front overhang reflect the dynamic potential of the vehicle ..... more Ford Start Concept 23rd April, 2010 For parts of the world that are growing increasingly urban, the future of the automobile looks small, smart and fun in the eyes of Ford designers who came up the Ford Start Concept. It’s a design vision inspired for the transportation needs of the world’s mega cities ..... more Mercedes-Benz Concept Shooting Break 21st April, 2010 The Concept Shooting Break features some astonishing proportions which at the same time are clearly reminiscent of another design icon - the Mercedes-Benz CLS ..... more Citroen Metropolis Concept 21st April, 2010 Citroen has revealed the spectacular new Metropolis - a sleek and 'muscular' concept car that pays homage to China’s extraordinary development ..... more Hyundai fixes its 'i' on the future 8th March, 2010 The Hyundai i-flow's dynamic, elegant lines not only portray a futuristic silhouette, but also contribute to exceptional aerodynamics ..... more Pininfarina reveals its Alfa Romeo Spider for the 21st Century 5th March, 2010 To mark its own 80th anniversary and to celebrate Alfa Romeo’s 100th anniversary, Pininfarina has released at the 2010 Geneva Motor Show its proposal for a new Alfa Romeo Spider ..... more Bertone celebrates 75 years with Alfa Romeo Pandion 5th March, 2010 Bertone, one of Italy’s legendary styling houses, is celebrating 75 years of collaboration with Alfa Romeo with Pandion, an aggressive coupé designed as a tribute to Alfa Romeo’s one hundred year anniversary ..... more Lotus Evora Carbon Concept 3rd March, 2010 The striking white concept car is finished in an advanced water based pearlescent paint that contrasts with the exquisitely finished weave on the carbon fibre panels ..... more Porsche 918 Spyder concept car 2nd March, 2010 This mid-engined two-seater combines the performance of a super-sports car with the CO2 emissions of a small compact, an innovative plug-in hybrid concept reducing emissions to just 70 grammes CO2 per kilometre and fuel consumption to 3.0 litres/100 kilometres ..... more SEAT IBE concept car 2nd March, 2010 Spain's SEAT is delivering a powerful statement with a compact sports coupé that carries stunning design and great driving fun into the age of electric mobility ..... more Mercedes-Benz F 800 Style Research Vehicle 24th February, 2010 Mercedes-Benz’ F 800 Style research vehicle is showing the future of premium automobiles from a new perspective, as the five-seat upper-range sedan combines highly efficient drive technologies with unparalleled safety and convenience features and an emotive design idiom ..... more Honda's American Odyssey Concept 23rd February, 2010 The Honda Odyssey Concept, on display at the Chicago Motor Show, introduces a distinctive exterior styling direction for the next generation of Honda's people mover, set to debut late this year ..... more Citroen's DS High Rider concept 22nd February, 2010 DS High Rider is the second concept associated with Citroën’s innovative and distinctively styled DS model line, which will make its Australian debut in August when the Citroen DS3 arrives ..... more The 5 by Peugeot: a new concept car 22nd February, 2010 Peugeot will unveil a second new concept car at next month’s Geneva Motor Show in Switzerland, with the launch of the 5 by Peugeot ..... more Hyundai i-flow concept 22nd February, 2010 The name i-flow reflects the exceptionally aerodynamic shape and flowing lines of the concept car's eye-catching styling, and retains the 'i' prefix of Hyundai's newly established nomenclature ..... more GM Europe's new concept: Opel Flextreme GT/E 21st February, 2010 Opel will unveil its Flextreme GT/E concept car at the 80th Geneva Motor Show in Switzerland next month, that will boost the company’s credentials as a leader in eco-friendly technologies ..... more Pininfarina to reveal Alfa Romeo Spider Concept at Geneva Motor Show 19th February, 2010 Pininfarina, the Italian styling house that is inexorably linked to one of the classic sports cars of all time, the Alfa Romeo Spider, will unveil its proposal for a an Alfa Romeo two seat sports car for the 21st Century at the Geneva Motor Show ..... more Kia Ray Plug In Hybrid Concept 11th February, 2010 Kia have chosen America's Chicago Motor Show to debut it's 'Ray' plug-in hybrid concept ..... more Peugeot SR1 Concept + New Lion Badge 11th January, 2010 Due to debut publicly at this year's Geneva Motor Show, the SR1 unveils the design trends that will influence future Peugeot models ..... more Top of page Toyota at Tokyo Motor Show 7th October, 2009 Toyota has announced that three concept vehicles are to highlight its exhibit for the 41st Tokyo Motor Show ..... more Bugatti 16 C Galibier Concept 27th September, 2009 The basic architecture picks up on the torpedo-like character of the Type 35, which was already revived in the Bugatti Veyron, and reinterprets it ..... more Lexus presents LF-Ch concept 24th September, 2009 Lexus LF-Ch concept combines compact dimensions, stylish five-door, full hybrid technology and low emissions to satisfy the most demanding customer requirements and to appeal to a new, younger generation of customers ..... more Mini Roadster Concept 23rd September, 2009 The new concept car carries over the features typical of Mini to a new segment, the Mini designers thus bringing out yet another attractive facet in the character of the brand ..... more Peugeot Unveils New Technology on BB1 Concept 22nd September, 2009 The urban-focused vehicle debuts a number of innovative Peugeot technologies designed to address the real world mobility requirements of the residents of future cities ..... more Volkswagen's E-Motor: the E-Up! 17th September, 2009 The fact that the E-Up! concept will also offer driving enjoyment is demonstrated by a look at the car’s classic 0 to 100-km/h sprint time: 11.3 seconds ..... more BMW Vision EfficientDynamics Concept Unveiled 2nd September, 2009 BMW has unveiled a high-performance concept study with ActiveHybrid technology visualising the dynamic performance typical of a BMW against the backdrop of future demands in sustained mobility ..... more Mini Coupé Concept 28th August, 2009 Its design and the use of high-performance drivetrain technology, the Mini  Coupé Concept offers ideal conditions as a compact sports car ..... more Renault at Goodwood Festival of Speed 3rd July, 2009 The two most recent Renault concept cars, offering low or no emissions, plus a pristine 1959 electric Dauphine are all set to bask in England's Sussex sunshine and delight the crowds ..... more Aston Martin Cygnet: Innovative Commuter Concept Car 29th June, 2009 Aston Martin has developed a new luxury commuter concept; the ‘Cygnet’ which will offer customers a distinctive, intelligent and exclusive solution for urban travel in style and luxury ..... more Kia Soul’ster awarded 2009 Concept Truck of the Year 24th June, 2009 A two-piece top enables passengers to expose the front and back seating areas independently, using 'elbow-grease' technology ..... more Citroen DS Inside Concept Hints At 2010 Citroen DS3 31st May, 2009 Citroën has provided its first hint at the interior styling of the all-new Citroen DS3 by unveiling a new iteration of the DS Inside concept ..... more Audi at Wörthersee Tour 2009 26th May, 2009 The brand’s appearance at the 28th Wörthersee Tour in Reifnitz, Kärnten (Austria), was dedicated to the centennial celebration “100 years of Audi” ..... more Europe's GTI Meet 2009 26th May, 2009 This year Volkswagen showed two sensational concept cars of the new best sellers: special “Worthersee 09” editions of the Golf GTI and Polo ..... more Aston Martin One-77 Concept Wins 28th April, 2009 At its world debut over the last weekend, the Aston Martin One-77 won the Concorso d’Eleganza Design Award for Concept Cars and Prototypes ..... more Aston Martin One-77 Concept Debuts 26th April, 2009 A culmination of all the marque’s know-how, the One-77 delivers effortless beauty guaranteed to stir the senses with performance ..... more New Kia No 3 concept car stars at Geneva Show 13th March, 2009 The concept features a unique extended windscreen and panorama glass roof with a diagonal supporting bar, an automatic sun visor and the evolving 'face of Kia' ..... more Lagonda: Revival of an almost forgotten brand 6th March, 2009 Ultimately, Lagonda will be a strong presence in 100 global territories, vastly increasing the global reach of the company and extending to new customers ..... more Giugiaro Revives Classic British Nameplate 6th March, 2009 The company doing the reviving is none other than Italdesign-Giugiaro, and the new Frazer-Nash is a radical hybrid electric car, the fastest of its type in the world ..... more Tata Prepares For European Comeback In 2010 6th March, 2009 Tata is preparing for a full-scale European launch in 2010, with both the tiny Nano city car and a fully-revised Indica B-segment hatchback – including an electric version ..... more Rolls-Royce To Unveil 200EX At Geneva Motor Show 26th February, 2009 Opening through a generous 83 degrees, the 'coach doors' offer the widest rear access in the car industry as well as providing the warmest of welcomes to those about to step inside ..... more It’s a magic number for Kia! The No. 3 Concept To Debut In Geneva 25th February, 2009 Keeping up its reputation for showing concepts that lead to reality, Kia is playing the numbers game at the Salon de l’Automobile (Geneva Motor Show) in Switzerland next week with the debut of the all-new No 3 concept ..... more FPV Reveals the Stylish F6 E Concept 24th February, 2009 Ford Performance Vehicles (FPV) yesterday set a new benchmark in executive styling and performance with the unveiling of an all-new concept, the F6 E ..... more Alfa Romeo MiTo GTA Concept To Debut At Geneva Motor Show 24th February, 2009 Gran Turismo Alleggerito: a historical and famous “signature” throughout the world which, interpreted in a modern and effective manner, has guided the entire development of the Alfa Romeo MiTo GTA Concept ..... more BMW Concept 5 Series Gran Turismo 16th February, 2009 Yesterday, when Next Car became the first Australian media company to show an image of BMW's newest concept car we promised additional details would be published today. In adhering to that commitment, we now publish an additional image and some details on this new car ..... more BMW Concept 5 Series Gran Turismo 15th February, 2009 Next Car will have details of BMW's new concept car tomorrow ..... more Mitsubishi to show Prototype i MiEV concept at Geneva Motor Show 13th February, 2009 With feasibility testing now underway in Europe, the possibility for Mitsubishi Motors' i MiEV electric car to be launched in Europe draws tantalisingly close ..... more Nissan At Geneva Motor Show 12th February, 2009 Best described as a small crossover, Qazana has been conceived to challenge conventional wisdom about what buyers of small five-door cars should expect ..... more Subaru at Geneva Motor Show 9th February, 2009 Fuji Heavy Industries, the maker of Subaru cars, today announced (in Japan) that it will exhibit the LEGACY CONCEPT as a European premiere at the 79th Geneva Motor Show slated for March in Geneva ..... more Kia's New Concept Car For Geneva 8th February, 2009 Redefining the MPV genre, Kia will introduce "a great looking MPV" with a unique glass roof treatment to provide a cool and spacious automotive 'powerhouse' ..... more Mitsubishi to display i MiEV SPORT AIR Concept at Geneva Motor Show 27th January, 2009 The i MiEV SPORT AIR explores the future possibilities for zero-emission vehicles, placing a greater bias on exhilarating driving pleasure ..... more Audi's Sportback Concept 25th January, 2009 With systematic refinements to the brand’s characteristic design elements, the five-door model offers a glimpse at the Audi's future design 'vocabulary' ..... more Top of page Honda's Hydrogen Powered Sports Concept 30th November, 2008 Honda revealed the FC Sport design study model, a hydrogen powered three-seat sports car concept at the 2008 Los Angeles Motor Show ..... more Volvo S60 Concept For Detroit 25th November, 2008 The first picture reveals the coupe inspired silhouette that gave the original S60 its unique stance ..... more Hear Chris Goodsell Talk Motoring On Radio & Internet ..... more Fifth Peugeot Design Competition – Winner Announced 4th November, 2008 The competition produced some excellent entries, and first prize was awarded to Carlos Tovar from Colombia, aged 25, for his ‘RD’ concept car ..... more Chrysler For 2008 SEMA 16th October, 2008 In this article, the products of Chrysler LLC developed specifically for SEMA are featured ..... more Lamborghini Estoque – the Italian super sports sedan concept 15th October, 2008 The Lamborghini Estoque concept has everything that defines a Lamborghini: extreme, uncompromising and unmistakably Italian, it brings a whole new versatility to the brand’s DNA – with its four seats and ample luggage space ..... more BMW Concept X1 12th October, 2008 The design study, a precursor to a series production version, takes typical BMW X model design cues and translates them in into a more urban concept ..... more Kia Motors Heralds Four Premieres At Paris Motor Show 26th September, 2008 Soul presents consumers with such a broad selection of styling, comfort and equipment choices, that it redefines the concept of freedom. It's a brand new urban car packed full of liberating ideas ..... more Self-Catering Accommodation in Denmark, WA ..... more VW Utility Coming To Australia 24th September, 2008 A new one-tonne ute has been 'flagged' for Australia and other markets around the world ..... more Saab 9-X Air Redefines Convertible Design 21st September, 2008 Featuring a unique Canopy Top and a wraparound glasshouse that includes the rear screen, the 9-X Air breaks the mould of conventional convertible design by offering four-seat accommodation within the close-coupled proportions of a sports car ..... more Mini's New Concept Car: Crossover 16th September, 2008 The Mini Crossover Concept is a new model variant for the first time measuring more than four metres in length, with four drive wheels, four doors and four single seats ..... more Mercedes-Benz Concept Fascination For Paris Debut 12th September, 2008 In developing this design study, Mercedes-Benz has given fresh impetus to the long-established (although now rarely seen) “shooting brake”, a vehicle category with its own distinctive charisma ..... more Hypnos: A Citroen Concept 5th September, 2008 Hypnos draws on a range of technologies to deliver outstanding performance and environmental efficiency, combined with subtle but powerful motoring sensations ..... more VW Caddy With A Boat Deck 28th August, 2008 The wooden sun deck on the roof is accessed via four matching wooden and aluminium steps in the Caddy’s tailgate and to complete the design theme there are wooden inserts along the side of the vehicle and in the rear bumper ..... more Mazda Kazamai Concept To Premiere In Moscow 16th July, 2008 Mazda has confirmed it will unveil an all-new concept – a sporty, compact crossover vehicle, called the Mazda Kazamai – at the Moscow International Automobile Salon (MIAS) ..... more Low Emission Honda Sports Car Study To Be Unveiled 11th July, 2008 The striking two-seat roadster aims to couple sleek looks with exciting driving dynamics and more efficient engine technology, to give lower exhaust emissions ..... more Intense TDI Power - The Audi A3 TDI Clubsport Quattro 19th May, 2008 The two-litre TDI unit under the bonnet of the Audi A3 TDI clubsport quattro delivers 165 kW and musters 450 Nm of torque ..... more BMW M1 Homage Concept For Concorso d'Eleganza Villa d'Este 2008 29th April, 2008 “The BMW M1 Homage clearly manifests the creativity and potential of the BMW Design team. A project such as this is a valuable source of inspiration for our day-to-day work.” said Adrian van Hooydonk, Director Design BMW Automobiles ..... more 2008 Peugeot Design Competition Announced 23rd April, 2008 Young designers from all over the world are invited to ‘imagine a Peugeot for the megalopolis of tomorrow’. The competition is for a concept car to be designed for use in the centre of the great urban cities of the future ..... more No Dipsticks At Kia 4th April, 2008 Under the title "Kia announces new KEE_wii concept with revolutionary wireless driving system" Kia Motors in England issued a media release (1st April, 2008), which almost certainly would have proved why we have 'dipsticks' in this crazy world. Don't be taken in by it, as it was just an exceptionally clever April Fools Prank (or AFP for short) ..... more Suzuki Concept Grabs New York Limelight 26th March, 2008 A production version of this exciting concept car is due to arrive on Australian shores late next year. The Suzuki Kizashi 3 concept car reveals the sports sedan version of a vehicle line-up that will also include a cross-over sports wagon ..... more Kia KOUP Concept Revealed In New York 23rd March, 2008 Kia Motors Corporation pulled the covers off its latest design statement in New York. Originating from the Kia Motors America Design Centre in California, the striking KOUP concept demonstrates Kia’s ‘Power to Surprise’ philosophy ..... more Nissan’s Denki Cube Electric Vehicle Concept Debuts In New York 21st March, 2008 New York City is about to get a lesson in what happens when geography meets geometry – specifically, when the world, which is round, meets the Nissan Cube, which is essentially square ..... more Kia SOUL Concepts And eco_cee'd Appear In Geneva 10th March, 2008 The concept cars - SOUL Diva, SOUL Burner and SOUL Searcher - were designed by Kia's European design team under the guidance of Kia's Chief Design Officer, Peter Schreyer. The trio of concept cars is closely related to a new production car which will make its world premiere at the Paris Motor Show in October ..... more Saab 9-X BioHybrid Boosting Efficiency in Compact Design and Performance 5th March, 2008 The Saab 9-X BioHybrid concept is a vivid vision of what a future compact car from Saab could look like. It is designed to reflect the priorities of youthful customers who seek progressive looks, responsible performance and high-tech communications, all in a sporty, fun-to-drive package ..... more Renault Koleos Concept - Adventure Every Day 20th February, 2008 Renault’s Koleos Concept makes its Australian debut at the 2008 Melbourne Motor Show as a pre-cursor to the launch of the full production version in October ..... more Three SOUL Concepts To Reveal 'Fun' Side Of Kia 20th February, 2008 Three new SOUL concept cars to be unveiled by Kia at the Geneva Motor Show in March will reveal a whole new 'fun' side to the Korean brand ..... more Land Rover LRX Flies Into Melbourne 8th February, 2008 Smaller than a Freelander 2, its lower weight and reduced aerodynamic drag are designed to give significant gains in fuel efficiency and reduced C02 emissions ..... more GM's Meriva Concept To Make Geneva Debut 7th February, 2008 Already Europe’s market leader in the monocab sector, with one in five pan-European sales being a Zafira, Meriva or Agila, Vauxhall and Opel are set to unveil their vision of the future ..... more Mitsubishi Prototype-S Concept For Geneva Motor Show 30th January, 2008 Distinguished by the inverted-slant nose with trapezoidal grille front fascia that marks Mitsubishi Motors new design identity and with wide-and-low proportions that leave no doubt as to the concept underlying its design, Prototype-S uses exterior lines to craft a shape that is powerful and sporty even by European standards, echoing the acclaimed 2005 Concept-Sportback show car ..... more 9-4X BioPower Crossover Concept Signals Saab Product Expansion 17th January, 2008 The Saab 9-4X BioPower Concept, displayed at the 2008 Detroit Motor Show, confirms Saab’s plans to enter the growing crossover segment with a dynamic, driver-focused vehicle inspired by Scandinavian design values and respect for our environment ..... more HX Concept Provides Vision Of An Open-Air Hummer 17th January, 2008 With its unmistakable Hummer design and a compact, go-anywhere driving ethic, the Hummer HX concept challenges the hierarchy of the trail. Hummer is displaying the nimble, reconfigurable off-roader at the 2008 Detroit Motor Show ..... more Cadillac Provoq Fuel Cell Concept Delivers Clean, Petrol-Free Performance 17th January, 2008 Cadillac unveils a new vision for the future of luxury transportation with the innovative Provoq fuel cell concept – a hydrogen fuel cell crossover vehicle that continues GM’s commitment to displace petrol through advanced technology ..... more Buick Riviera: GM's Chinese Concept Car 16th January, 2008 Engineered to accommodate a new hybrid system that will go into production this year at Shanghai GM (SGM), GM's joint venture with SAIC, the Riviera features several technological and manufacturing advances ..... more Mitsubishi Concept Coupe Showing In Detroit 14th January, 2008 Mitsubishi Concept-RA is a sport coupe concept that fuses a passion for dynamic, exciting driving with a heightened sensitivity for the environment thanks to a clean, efficient drivetrain. The concept is powered by a new high-output, high-efficiency clean diesel engine and Twin Clutch SST automated manual transmission, driving Mitsubishi Motors' advanced S-AWC vehicle dynamics control system ..... more Top of page Nissan Forum Concept For Detroit Motor Show 21st December, 2007 Answering the challenge of making family passenger vehicles more appealing to both drivers and passengers, Forum offers a wide array of innovative ideas – from its trackless sliding side doors and elimination of traditional B-pillars ..... more Land Rover LRX Concept 16th December, 2007 Land Rover unveils a vision of its future at the 2008 Detroit Motor Show, next month, with the debut of the LRX concept - a bold evolution of Land Rover design that indicates the brand’s progressive shift into new areas of the market, while remaining true to its core values. As the company prepares to celebrate its 60th anniversary during 2008, the three-door LRX, with its more compact size, lighter weight and sustainability focused technologies, clearly addresses the needs of a changing world ..... more Suzuki to Show Concept for Fifth World Strategic Model in New Delhi 14th December, 2007 Following the launch of its acclaimed fourth world strategic model, the Splash, at the 2007 International Motor Show (IAA) in Frankfurt, the company is developing the fifth exciting model in its strategy. It will be showing some of the forthcoming model’s design themes at Auto Expo 2008 in New Delhi (9th-17th January, 2008) in the form of the Concept A-Star ..... more Aston Martin Unveils Performance Concept Car 13th December, 2007 At the official opening of Aston Martin’s first ever dedicated design centre in Gaydon, Warwickshire, on Tuesday 11th December, Dr Ulrich Bez, Chief Executive Officer, thrilled an audience of more than seven hundred guests with a surprise unveiling of a stunning new 600 bhp performance concept car; the V12 Vantage RS ..... more Mazda Furai Concept and New Mazda RX-8 to Make World Debut 13th December, 2007 Mazda Motor Corporation will showcase the world premieres of the Mazda Furai concept vehicle and the heavily revised new Mazda RX-8 sports car at the 2008 North American International Auto Show (NAIAS or, as it better known, the Detroit Motor Show) ..... more Chrysler Concept Vehicles Highlight Alternative Fuels 2nd December, 2007 Chrysler has released a sneak preview of the Chrysler ecoVoyager, Dodge Zeo and Jeep Renegade concept vehicles, which will be shown at the 2008 Detroit Motor Show ..... more Volkswagen Up! Honoured at AutoCar Awards in the UK 20th November, 2007 The innovative Volkswagen Up! concept was honoured at the prestigious AutoCar Awards at a ceremony in Westminster on 13th November, 2007, winning the highly competitive Concept Car of the Year category ..... more Kia Shows KND-4 Concept Vehicle in Los Angeles 18th November, 2007 Kia Motors America (KMA) has unveiled the KND-4 compact SUV concept vehicle at the Los Angeles Motor Show ..... more Suzuki at 2007 LA Motor Show 16th November, 2007 Suzuki debuts a surf-themed convertible concept based on the all-new four-door SX4 Sport at the 2007 Los Angeles Motor Show ..... more Volkswagen Space Up! Blue - Clean Drive Revolution "Made in Germany" 16th November, 2007 Volkswagen presents the first car in the world with high-temperature fuel cell Space Up! Blue covers downtown distances with pure battery drive ..... more Audi Unveils New Concept at LA Motor Show 15th November, 2007 Audi is introducing a new vehicle segment with its presentation of the Audi Cross Cabriolet quattro concept car at the Los Angeles Motor Show ..... more Perceived Mazda 3 For 2018 To Be Styled At Los Angeles Motor Show 13th November, 2007 At the moment, the 2018 Mazda 3 is nothing more than a lump of clay on stage at the Mazda stand at the 2007 Greater Los Angeles Motor Show ..... more Volvo At SEMA 8th November, 2007 For Volvo's fifth straight year at the annual Specialty Equipment Market Association (SEMA) trade show, the Swedish manufacturer showed five highly modified versions of its vehicles ..... more Two New Honda Concepts Unveiled At Tokyo Motor Show 6th November, 2007 The Honda CR-Z (pictured opposite) is a light-weight, two-seater sports car equipped with Honda’s petrol-electric hybrid IMA powertrain. Honda are retaining the petrol-electric, even though many see this technology as a wasted opportunity ..... more London's Met Police Toy With Rapid Response Concept 6th November, 2007 Getaway drivers and outside lane lovers beware! ..... more Suzuki at SEMA 1st November, 2007 American Suzuki Motor Corp. showcases four spirited and dynamic vehicles at the 2007 Specialty Equipment Market Association (SEMA) trade show, including its never before seen, sport bike inspired SXForce LIVE vehicle ..... more Kia at SEMA 1st November, 2007 Kia Motors America (KMA) displayed its sporty new concept vehicle, the Spectra 5 SX concept, at this year’s SEMA Show in Las Vegas, USA ..... more World Premiere In Tokyo: Volkswagen Space Up! Concept 25th October, 2007 Europe's largest automobile producer is now introducing the second member of the "New Small Family" at the Tokyo Motor Show: The space up! concept car ..... more Audi metroproject quattro Concept Car 25th October, 2007 This week, at the Tokyo Motor Show, Audi is unveiling the metroproject quattro, an original, characteristically Audi design study for the sub-compact segment ..... more BMW Concept 1 Series tii 25th October, 2007 BMW Concept 1 Series tii offers a rendition of the brand’s sporting genes, at the same time endeavouring to support the not-so-highly desired 'character' of BMW’s compact two-door ..... more Nissan's Youth-Oriented Compact Convertible Concept - Round Box 24th October, 2007 The Nissan Round Box, with its compact convertible design, represents a new take on open-air motoring, providing exhilaration for all passengers - not just the driver ..... more Nissan NV200 - A Revolution For The Commercial Van Market 19th October, 2007 A typical small van is little more than an empty box on wheels: functional, certainly, but seldom innovative or smart. But designers from Nissan Design Centre (NDC) in Japan and Nissan Design Europe in the UK had other ideas ..... more Nissan Pivo 2 Concept 12th October, 2007 Nissan has released details on the Pivo 2, an advanced electric concept car that will debut at the upcoming Tokyo Motor Show ..... more Suzuki sees big future in small cars at Tokyo 11th October, 2007 Riding the crest of a sales boom around the world, Suzuki will have a major presence at the 40th Tokyo Motor Show later this month ..... more Volvo ReCharge Hybrid Concept 21st September, 2007 Volvo Cars has unveiled the Volvo ReCharge Concept, a plug-in hybrid with individual electric wheel motors ..... more Honda Shows Accord Tourer Concept At Frankfurt 19th September, 2007 Honda's President and CEO, Mr Takeo Fukui, has unveiled the Accord Tourer concept at the 2007 Frankfurt Motor Show, giving potential styling clues of the next generation Accord Euro range ..... more Volkswagen Up! Concept Unveiled At Frankfurt Motor Show 18th September, 2007 Based on a completely new platform and drivetrain and measuring just 3.45 metres in length the up! marks the return to the rear engined layout seen in the iconic Beetle of old ..... more Suzuki Kizashi Concept World Premiere 14th September, 2007 The D-segment initiative which is now being revealed represents the beginning of the third phase of the world strategy. The main objective of this phase is status. The brand has developed to such an extent that it's able to communicate status ..... more Mercedes-Benz Shows the Future of the Superior Touring Sedan 13th September, 2007 In the words of Professor Dr. Herbert Kohler, responsible for Group Research & Advanced Engineering Vehicle and Powertrain at DaimlerChrysler AG, “With the F 700, Mercedes-Benz shows what the big touring sedan of the future will look like. It offers environmentally compatible mobility combined with utmost comfort and an effortlessly superior drive.” ..... more BMW Concept X6 Hybrid Debuts In Frankfurt 13th September, 2007 The BMW Group has joined forces with General Motors and DaimlerChrysler to form the Global Hybrid Cooperation, to develop the next generation of hybrid drive systems ..... more Kee concept heralds ‘new look’ for the future of Kia 11th September, 2007 Peter Schreyer, Chief Design Officer Kia Motors Corporation, talks about the all-new Kia Kee V6 2+2 sports coupe concept unveiled at the Frankfurt Motor Show today ..... more Nissan Shows Mixim At Frankfurt Motor Show 2007 9th September, 2007 Nissan will be showing an all new concept car, partly inspired by a futuristic crash helmet design, at the 62nd Frankfurt Motor Show ..... more Peugeot 308 Hybrid – An Environmentally Friendly Car for the Next Generation 2nd September, 2007 At the Frankfurt Motor Show, later this month, Peugeot will showcase its new 308 Hybrid HDi, which emits just 90g/km of CO2 and reduces fuel consumption by 38% in the Combined Cycle compared to a standard 308 HDi ..... more Ford Verve Concept Hints At Small Car Future 24th August, 2007 All eyes will be firmly focused on the Ford stand at next month’s Frankfurt Motor Show when the manufacturer takes the wraps off its vision for the future, - the Ford Verve Concept ..... more Kia To Reveal Sports Coupe Concept Car At Frankfurt Motor Show 20th July, 2007 Kia Motors Corporation has confirmed that the company's all-new sports coupe concept car will make its world premiere at this year's Frankfurt Motor Show in mid-September ..... more Jaguar C-XF Wins Production Preview Vehicle Of The Year Award 26th June, 2007 A group of American motoring journalists have praised the Jaguar C-XF concept car ..... more Outrageous 6-Litre Volkswagen Golf GTI 28th May, 2007 Its 6.0-litre bi-turbo engine is longitudinally mounted directly behind the driver and front passenger. This transforms the GTI W12-650 into a classic mid-engine sports car. A six-speed automatic transmission hammers the maximum torque of 750 Newton-metres (at 4,500 rpm) to the rear axle. It catapults the GTI W12-650 to 100 km/h in just 3.7 seconds ..... more Chrysler Group Celebrates 20 Years of Modern Concept Vehicles 28th May, 2007 “Concept to reality” has become a term that identifies the Chrysler Group design philosophy and many observers are hoping that it will apply to the company’s concept vehicles for 2007 ..... more Audi TT clubsport quattro Concept 25th May, 2007 The 26th Wörthersee Tour was held 16th-20th May, 2007. Audi AG was represented for the first time as a manufacturer at the legendary meet in Reifnitz am Wörthersee, Austria. The car enthusiasts who attended were able to enjoy a world premiere: The Audi TT clubsport quattro Concept Car ..... more Audi Cross Coupé quattro Concept Unveiled 24th April, 2007 At the Shanghai Motor Show Audi will present a study that defines a new segment in the field of crossover vehicles. The Audi Cross Coupé quattro combines the design and dynamism of a compact premium sports car with the spaciousness and versatility of a four-seat sport utility vehicle ..... more BMW Concept CS Unveiled In Shanghai 24th April, 2007 Mercedes-Benz has met with extraordinary success with its CLS-Class. This trend-setting success story from the long-time leader in prestige cars has seen BMW respond with the unveiling of a concept car which our Editor believes will be the basis of a new production model sooner, rather than later ..... more Kia ex_cee’d Cabrio Concept 23rd February, 2007 Kia’s all-new ex_cee’d cabrio concept car will be premiered at the 77th Salon de l’Automobiles in Geneva, Switzerland ..... more Suzuki Previews Fuel Cells At Melbourne 22nd February, 2007 Its futuristic Ionis concept car is powered by a fuel cell and features sophisticated drive-by-wire control systems in a sleek, futuristic body ..... more Citroen C-Metisse Named Concept Car Of The Year 22nd February, 2007 Citroen will be presented with the Louis Vuitton Classic Concept Award for 2006 at the Geneva Motor Show in March ..... more Honda Hydrogen Power For Melbourne 21st February, 2007 The future of motoring will be on display at the Melbourne Motor Show in the form of a new Honda that consumes only hydrogen and emits only water vapour ..... more Mitsubishi's Concept-Sportback for Melbourne 21st February, 2007 Mitsubishi announced yesterday that the company's Concept-Sportback from 2005 will be displayed at the Melbourne Motor Show from Friday 2nd March 2007 ..... more Saab 9-5 BioPower 100 Concept Premieres at Geneva 15th February, 2007 Saab will give sustainable motoring a performance boost at next month’s Geneva Motor Show when it unveils its latest BioPower technology – the first production-based engine to be optimised for pure bioethanol (E100) fuel ..... more Flux Wins Peugeot Design Competition 15th February, 2007 Driven by the desire to design a car that would give an enjoyable experience to each of its occupants, Mihai Panaitescu, a Romanian design student studying in Turin, designed the Flux ..... more Dodge Demon Demands Attention! 14th February, 2007 The Dodge Demon Roadster concept car, which will be revealed at the Geneva Motor Show in March, is a compact, nimble, two-seat rear-wheel drive “roadster with attitude” ..... more Honda Hybrid Concept for Geneva 7th February, 2007 The current Honda Civic Hybrid uses petrol as its primary fuel source. Our Editor has his fingers crossed that Honda will switch to diesel as the primary fuel source, thus avoiding a wasted opportunity ..... more Mazda to Exhibit Hakaze Concept Car in Geneva 6th February, 2007 The Mazda Hakaze is a four-seat coupe-style compact crossover SUV designed at Mazda’s European Design Centre and aimed at people in their thirties and forties who lead active, adventurous lifestyles ..... more The Longest Ford Transit in the World 16th January, 2007 Ford's Commercial Vehicle development team, based at the company's  Dunton Technical Centre in Essex (England) has developed an unusual one-off  limousine – the Transit XXL ..... more Chrysler Nassau Concept 15th January, 2007 Combining refinement, function and style, the Chrysler Nassau concept, which is on display at the 2007 Detroit Motor Show explores a new expression of the Chrysler brand ..... more Mitsubishi at 2007 Detroit Motor Show 14th January, 2007 Mitsubishi is giving the new North American Lancer and the Prototype X concept (the basis for the coming Lancer Evo X) their world premieres at the 2007 Detroit Motor Show ..... more Jeep Trailhawk Concept 14th January, 2007 The Jeep Trailhawk concept, unveiled at the Detroit Motor Show this week, merges the spectrum of the Jeep brand by combining the off-road features of the Jeep Wrangler Unlimited with the sophistication of an all-new on-road open-air concept vehicle ..... more Honda Previews Future NSX Design Direction 12th January, 2007 The Acura Advanced Sports Car Concept has made its world debut at the 2007 Detroit Motor Show, providing a preview of the design direction for the successor to the Honda NSX ..... more Honda Reveals Styling Clues for Next-Generation Accord 11th January, 2007 American Honda has revealed the styling clues for the next-generation Accord with the unveiling of an Accord Coupe Concept at the 2007 Detroit Motor Show ..... more Chevrolet Camaro Convertible Concept 10th January, 2007 The Chevrolet Camaro coupe concept was a star of the 2006 American motor show season. You can only top that by literally and figuratively blowing the top off ..... more Ford Interceptor Concept 9th January, 2007 Building on its legacy of bold muscle cars, Ford is introducing a modern, all-American sedan concept that combines “Built Ford Tough” attitude with the sporty elegance of its iconic 1960s sedans at the 2007 Detroit Motor Show ..... more Jaguar C-XF Concept Car 4th January, 2007 The Jaguar C-XF concept car signals the onset of a new era for Jaguar. A stunning, four-door sports saloon which blends design purity with unmistakable dynamism, the C-XF is a clear indication of the design direction that the next generations of Jaguar saloons will take ..... more Lincoln MKR Concept Car 2nd January, 2007 Lincoln is pulling the wraps off a head-turning new concept car at the 2007 Detroit Motor Show next week, signaling its design strategy for the next-generation of premium American vehicles ..... more Top of page Holden Efijy Concept For Motown 29th December, 2006 The Holden Efijy will make its North American public debut on 6th January, 2007, in Motown (Detroit) ..... more Volvo XC60 Concept - Six-Cylinder Bio-Ethanol Engine 27th December, 2006 The chosen power-train for the Volvo XC60 Concept, which will debut at the 2007 Detroit Motor Show, is a six-cylinder 3.2-litre bio-ethanol engine with all-wheel drive ..... more Kia Kue concept car 20th December, 2006 Kia Motors Corporation has released a preview sketch of the all-new 'Kue' concept car, which will make its world premiere at the upcoming Detroit Motor Show ..... more Acura ‘Advanced Sports Car Concept’ 19th December, 2006 The concept provides a glimpse at the next generation Acura sports car, a successor to the Honda (Acura) NSX ..... more Mitsubishi Project X concept car 18th December, 2006 Mitsubishi will unveil the Prototype X concept for a next-generation high-performance 4WD sport sedan at the 2007 Detroit Motor Show ..... more Volvo XC60 Concept 17th December, 2006 The XC60 Concept offers the world a preview of the next XC model to come from Volvo Cars ..... more Mazda to Debut Ryuga Concept Car in Detroit 13th December, 2006 Mazda will unveil an all-new concept car, the Ryuga, and its all-new Tribute Hybrid Electric Vehicle (HEV) at the 2007 Detroit Motor Show ..... more Honda Accord Coupe Concept For Detroit 7th December, 2006 A new look for the next generation Honda Accord Coupe will be unveiled at Detroit’s North American International Auto Show (NAIAS), in January ..... more Honda Remix Concept in LA 4th December, 2006 The Honda Remix small sport concept vehicle made its world debut at the Los Angeles Motor Show last week. The Remix explores the shape and design of a two-seat sports car ..... more Mazda Nagare Concept 1st December, 2006 Nagare: (pronounced “na-ga-reh”) Japanese for ‘flow’ and the embodiment of motion. Under the direction of Mazda’s new global design director, Laurens van den Acker, the challenge given to the team was to invent a novel means of registering motion in vehicles whether they’re moving or still ..... more Mustang by Giugiaro 29th November, 2006 The Ford Mustang captured the hearts and minds of millions of enthusiasts and future owners when the all-new model debuted ..... more Chrysler Group Concepts For Detroit Motor Show 23rd November, 2006 Chrysler Group will unveil two concept vehicles in January 2007 at the Detroit Motor Show — the Chrysler Nassau Concept and the Jeep Trailhawk Concept ..... more VW Neeza concept car 22nd November, 2006 Shanghai Volkswagen (SVW) is presenting the Neeza concept car as a world premiere at the Beijing International Automotive Exhibition. The self-assured mid-size model – conceptually a coupé and station wagon crossover ..... more Honda Shows Off Hydrogen-Powered FCX Concept 21st November, 2006 American Honda has shown off its next-generation hydrogen-powered FCX concept car with a demonstration drive at the Laguna Seca Raceway in Monterey, California ..... more Saab Collects Top Design Trophy 21st November, 2006 The stunning Saab Aero X Concept has been crowned 'Concept Car of the Year' by Autocar, Britain's longest-established car magazine ..... more Mazda Nagare Concept Car for Los Angeles Motor Show 15th November, 2006 Mazda Motor Corporation today announced the global reveal of an all-new concept car, Nagare (pronounced na-gah-reh), at the Greater Los Angeles International Auto Show ..... more Mitsubishi's TMR 380 Concept Vehicle 12th November, 2006 The award winning Mitsubishi 380 provides a unique combination of power, performance, space and agile road handling that breaks new ground in the Australian large car market ..... more Holden Efijy Named ‘Hot Rod of the Year’ in USA 3rd November, 2006 Holden’s stunning Efijy show car has celebrated its first birthday being named Hot Rod of the Year by the influential enthusiast magazine, HOT ROD, in the United States ..... more Suzuki Unveils SX4 WRC Concept 27th October, 2006 Suzuki Australia Managing Director, Mr Takeshi Hayasaki, announced the official launch of SX4 in Australia is now scheduled for the first quarter of 2007 ..... more Honda’s Sports 4 Concept For Sydney 19th October, 2006 Honda will unveil its next-generation sports sedan concept car, the Honda Sports 4, at Sydney’s Australian International Motor Show next week ..... more Nissan Foria Concept Car Coming To Sydney 17th October, 2006 Nissan’s international Foria concept vehicle, designed to provide premium performance, quality and elegance, will feature as the highlight on the Nissan stand at Sydney's 2006 Australian International Motor Show ..... more Renault Unveils Koleos Concept Car 29th September, 2006 This show car foreshadows a 4WD vehicle that Renault is due to market in the first half of 2008 ..... more Holden Designers Join Global Team For Paris Show Car 29th September, 2006 GM Holden designers will be part of a global team taking centre stage at the Paris Motor Show with the world premiere of the Chevrolet World Touring Car Championship (WTCC) Ultra Concept Car ..... more Citroën C-Métisse Concept for Paris Motor Show 28th September, 2006 C-Métisse is a coupé of character, boasting a high level of on-board comfort and performance, while also respecting the environment ..... more Mazda at the Sydney Motor Show 26th September, 2006 Mazda Australia has announced they will showcase the Kabura concept car at this year's Australian International Motor Show (Sydney Motor Show) ..... more Dodge Avenger Concept 21st September, 2006 Dodge is looking to produce a new D-segment sedan with the all-new Dodge Avenger concept ..... more Kia Pro_Ceed Concept Car 21st September, 2006 Kia has revealed the first image of its latest concept car that is scheduled to debut at the Paris Motor Show next week ..... more Peugeot 207 EPURE concept car 13th September, 2006 At the Paris Motor Show later this month Peugeot will reveal the “207 EPURE” concept car – a glimpse of a future 207 model with a futuristic power plant ..... more Nepta: A Prestige Cabriolet Concept from Renault 12th September, 2006 Renault is unveiling its new Nepta concept car, a four-seater cabriolet with fluid lines and a thoroughbred profile, at the 2006 Paris Motor Show ..... more Top of page Kia Takes The Soul Train To Detroit 17th December, 2005 The Kia Soul concept car will be revealed to the world when America's biggest car show opens its doors in Detroit on 9th January 2006 ..... more VW EcoRacer Successfully Finishes First Test 16th December, 2005 Volkswagen's EcoRacer sports car has successfully completed its racetrack debut: 34 journalists from 9 countries gave the concept car a thorough test on the racetrack in Pau in the South of France ..... more Nissan Urge Concept Car 16th December, 2005 Set to make its world debut in early January 2006 at the North American International Auto Show in Detroit is the dynamic Nissan Urge concept ..... more Mazda Kabura For Detroit 14th December, 2005 Mazda Motor Corporation will showcase the world premiere of the Mazda Kabura sports coupe concept vehicle, and the Mazda CX-7, a crossover sports-utility-vehicle (SUV), at the 2006 NAIAS ..... more Kia Sidewinder Hits L.A. 12th December, 2005 Kia Designer, Marc Mainville, has entered his radical design for the Kia Sidewinder concept into the Los Angeles Automotive Show design contest ..... more Concept-CT MIEV to Debut at NAIAS 6th December, 2005 Mitsubishi Motors North America (MMNA) will push the limits again with the debut of two more vehicles that thrill – the 2007 Eclipse Spyder and the Concept-CT MIEV ..... more Meet The Bambino's Big Bro 5th December, 2005 So you thought Fiat only made small cars that are an essential part of any image of a European city, especially one sitting by the Mediterranean? ..... more Tune Into Citroen's New C-AirPlay 4th December, 2005 Citroën has premiered its brand new two-seater concept car, the C-AirPlay, at the 2005 Bologna Motor Show in Italy ..... more Volvo At SEMA 8th November, 2005 Volvo Cars of North America pulled the covers off two new concept cars at the 2005 Specialty Equipment Market Association (SEMA) trade show in Las Vegas, Nevada last week ..... more Mazda CX-7 Australia Bound 31st October, 2005 The MX-Crossport concept will be displayed at the 2006 Melbourne International Motor Show, as Mazda Australia has been given the green light to import the all-new crossover SUV, the CX-7 ..... more Volkswagen EcoRacer Concept Car 28th October, 2005 Its basic data: average fuel consumption of 3.4 litres per 100 km, a top speed of 230 km/h. Its name: EcoRacer ..... more Honda Sports 4 Concept Car 24th October, 2005 The Sports 4 Concept is Honda's vision of a sports car of the future, a vehicle that allows anyone, not just expert drivers, to experience a high-performance automobile ..... more Audi Shooting Brake Concept For Tokyo 20th October, 2005 An Audi sports car of the future may possibly have just started the journey from drawing board to driveway in the shape of the Audi Shooting Brake Concept, a convention-challenging, technology-laden design study destined for the 2005 Tokyo Motor Show ..... more Mazda at the 39th Tokyo Motor Show 20th October, 2005 Mazda Motor Corporation will showcase the world premiere of the Mazda SENKU concept vehicle, as well as the Japanese debut of the Mazda MX-Crossport concept ..... more S3X From Daewoo For Holden 16th October, 2005 Holden is showing the striking S3X concept SUV at Sydney's Australian International Motor Show, as the preview for a Daewoo-sourced seven-seater Holden destined for Australia next year ..... more Ford Equator Concept 11th October, 2005 Ford Motor Company has announced that a world premiere concept - the Ford Equator - will join the all-new Focus and Explorer at the 39th Tokyo Motor Show ..... more Nissan Sport Concept Coming To Sydney 3rd October, 2005 The Nissan Sport Concept, which will make its Australian debut at the 2005 Australian International Motor Show, is the latest in a series of dynamic performance/youth concept vehicles ..... more Holden Torana TT36 Concept Car at AIMS 11th October, 2004 Twin Turbo 3.6 litre concept car from Holden revives the famous Torana name at Sydney's Motor Show ..... more Lexus LF-C concept car 26th August, 2004 Paris Motor Show will be the location for the European debut of the Lexus LF-C concept which originally appeared in April 2004 at the New York Motor Show ...... more Ford Shelby GR-1 concept 25th August, 2004 Ford and Shelby are back together again and have produced a concept car which was unveiled in California earlier this month ...... more Lexus LF-C concept 9th April, 2004 Lexus reveal the direction their IS300 may be heading when they showed the LF-C concept car at the 2004 New York Motor Show ..... more Lexus LF-C Sports Coupe Concept Car 28th March, 2004 A new V8 powered concept car will be unveiled at the New York Motor Show next month ..... more Ford Shelby Cobra Concept Car 9th January, 2004 Through key design details – the dominant grille opening, vertical bumper bars, stacked lamps front and rear, side air extractors and, most importantly, the powerful bulge over each rear wheel – the historical connection to Shelby’s original model is undeniable ..... more Top of page About | Car Clubs | Great Drives | Home | News | Road Ramblings | Road Tests | Subscribe | Top Drive ©   2003 - 2015   Next Car Pty. 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