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Honda accord 2008

The USDM version of the Accord Sedan is sold once again as the Honda Inspire in Japan, albeit with some minor interior and exterior changes. This means that the JDM Accord is most likely remaining a midsize, rather than fullsize, sedan, again forming the basis for the Acura TSX. Acura has confirmed a redesign of the Acura TL in 2009, following the previous two redesigns (1999 and 2004) being a year after the corresponding redesigns of the Accord (1998 and 2003). This Accord sedan is marketed as the Honda Inspire in Japan, as is with the previous generation.

Unlike the previous generation, this generation Accord does not offer a hybrid version, as Honda felt their "hybrid system works better on smaller cars". Instead, Honda offers a diesel version action of the Accord starting in the 2009 model year, which offers better fuel economy than the gasoline versions, and is 50-state emissions compliant. The Accord diesel for the US market was confirmed at the 2007 Tokyo Motor Show, and has been unveiled at the 2008 North American International Auto Show in Detroit, Michigan.

Honda has stated that the V6 models of the Accord features better fuel efficiency due to Honda's Variable Cylinder Management (VCM) system, which shuts off 2 or 3 of the cylinders depending on the type of driving (i.e. city driving, uphill/downhill driving, highway driving). This is supposed to increase the efficiency of the V6 models while keeping the power at 268 hp (200 kW). According to the Honda press release, the Accord Coupe V6 with the 6-speed manual transmission does not feature VCM. The lack of VCM results in a decrease of 4 MPG in highway fuel economy. In addition to VCM, the new V6 model of the Accord features more advanced emissions control technology, and complies with the California "Partial Zero-Emissions Vehicle" (PZEV) category. PZEV models of the Accord are automatic only. The 2008 model year also drops the 6-speed manual transmission from the sedan version.

The Accord received several key safety updates for the 2008 model year, most notably standard vehicle stability assist (VSA) and active front head restraints for all models. These new safety features contributed to perfect crash test scores for the Accord, earning it a "Top Safety Pick" designation from the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS), an honor not bestowed upon most of the Accord's competitors.

The size of the 2008 Accord has been increased by 4 inches (102 mm) in length and 3 inches (76 mm) in width. As a result, the interior space is also enlarged: an Accord sedan without moonroof has a combined interior space of 120.0 ft³ (3.40 m³), enough to be considered a full-size car by EPA standard. An Accord sedan with moonroof is still considered a mid-size car as it has a combined interior space of 115.0 ft³ (3.25 m³). The Accord coupe is classified as a compact car, as it has a combined interior space of 104.0 ft³ (2.94 m³) without moonroof and 101.6 ft³ (2.88 m³) with moonroof.

The 2008 Honda Accord coupe and sedan were officially unveiled on August 20, 2007. Sales for the sedan started on September 12, 2007, while the coupe followed eight days later on September 20. The 2008 model has garnered somewhat positive, albeit mixed, reviews. MotorTrend criticized the car for being too heavy, feeling not so nimble as the previous model, its polarizing appearance, and for its less-than-stellar showing against the Chevrolet Malibu in their 2008 Car of the Year competition, highly uncharacteristic of the Japanese manufacturer. However, Edmunds.com InsideLine placed it in first in a comparison against the Nissan Altima, Toyota Camry, and Chevrolet Malibu, praising it for high build quality, responsive handling, and excellent fuel economy.


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SPECIFICATIONS:

Production 2008–present
Assembly Marysville, Ohio
Guangzhou, China
Class Full-size (sedan)
Mid-size (coupe)
Body style(s) 4-door sedan
2-door coupe
Engine(s) 2.4L K24Z2 I4
2.4L K24Z3 I4
3.5L J35Z2 V6
2.2L N22A2 I4 Turbodiesel (2009-)
Transmission(s) 5-speed automatic
5-speed manual
6-speed manual
Wheelbase Sedan: 110.2 in (2799 mm)
Coupe: 107.9 in (2741 mm)
Length Sedan: 194.1 in (4930 mm)
V6 Sedan: 194.3 in (4935 mm)
Coupe: 190.9 in (4849 mm)
Width Sedan: 72.7 in (1847 mm)
Coupe: 72.8 in (1849 mm)
Height Sedan: 58.1 in (1476 mm)
Coupe: 56.4 in (1433 mm)

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Fiat Linea

The Fiat Linea is a small family car released in 2007 by the Italian automaker Fiat in Eastern Europe, Latin America and Middle East. In India, the Fiat Linea is expected to be launched by Mid 2008. It will replace the aging Marea as the largest saloon in the Fiat range. It is based on the current Fiat Grande Punto platform. The Linea was designed by Fiat Style Centre and co-developed by Fiat do Brasil and Tofaş from Turkey.

Linea's size is similar to saloon versions of other small family cars, like the Ford Focus, Renault Mégane and Opel Astra. Its wheelbase is 2,603 mm (102.5 in), i.e. 100 mm (3.9 in) longer than its sister models, and its total length is 4,560 mm (179.5 in) or 500 mm (19.7 in).

In South America, the Linea will receive a 1.9 L engine, "Torque" derived with aprox. 130 PS (128 hp/96 kW), flexible for the Brazilian market (capable of using petrol or ethanol).


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SPECIFICATIONS:


Manufacturer Fiat
Production 2007–present
Assembly Betim, Minas Gerais, Brazil (Fiat)
Bursa, Turkey Tofas A.S.
Predecessor Fiat Marea
Class small family car
Body style(s) 4-door sedan
Layout FF layout
Platform Fiat/GM SCSS platform
Transmission(s) 5-speed manual
Dualogic robotised gearbox
Wheelbase 2603 mm (102.4 in.)
Length 4560 mm (179.5 in.)
Width 1730 mm (68.1 in.)
Height 1494 mm (58.8 in.)
Curb weight 1160-1185 kg (2557-2612 lb)
Designer Fiat Centre Stile

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Fiat Grande Punto

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Estimated price: 5-7 Lakh

Luca di Montezemolo had reasons to be worried. Not a man to get bogged down, he took the challenge of putting Fiat back from shambles to the peak of the mountain. For this, he needed a car, a good one at that. A car that would appeal to the masses and bring in good numbers. The Grande Punto was just that.

It turned around Fiat’s fortune in a way that could be possible only in dreams. The Grande Punto is the third generation of the Punto and was launched globally in 2005. Styled by Giorgetto Giugiaro, the Grande Punto has a beautiful body to exhibit with sloped back headlamps and muscular wheel arches which lends it a mean yet attractive look. The rear section integrates well into the bumper and the large tail lamps give added character to the overall stance of the Grande Punto.

The interior are also pleasing and compliment the overall aura of the car. The red coloured display on white dials look funky and the layout of the dash is neat. The ergonomically placed controls and knobs are within easy reach. The steering wheel sports buttons to control the audio system. The interior is airy and comfortable. Build quality is something that Fiat has always been appreciated for and the Grande Punto continues that trend. The plastics inside have a built-to-last feel to them and should age well with time.

The car is likely to offer a choice of three engines. A 1.2L and a 1.4L petrol that pump out 65 and 77 horses respectively will be joined in by a 1.3L multi-jet diesel engine that Fiat is now famed for. This engine is known for its tractable nature and delivers 88PS of power to the front wheels. Our speculation speaks that since a 1.6L motor is already on offer in the Palio Stile, something similar might be presented with the Grande Punto as well. The car will be packed with safety features like ABS and EBD, though the same cannot be said about the airbags as of now.

Entering the action-packed B segment, this car will be at war against names like the Maruti Suzuki Swift, Hyundai Getz and Chevrolet UV-A. Skoda will do its bit by making things interesting with the launch of the Fabia in this segment. The Grande Punto will roll out from the Ranjangaon facility of Fiat near Pune. The company revealed that it will have high levels of localization for the car and this should help as far as the pricing is concerned.-carwale

Volkswagen Jetta

The Volkswagen Jetta is an automobile produced by German automaker Volkswagen since 1979. Depending upon the model year, country of origin, and country of sale, it is sometimes known as the Atlantic, City Jetta, Fox, Vento, Bora, or Sagitar. It is essentially the saloon / sedan version of the compact car / small family car Volkswagen Golf, and spans five generations. The Jetta name was derived from the Jet stream, following Volkswagen's long tradition of naming cars for various winds.

The Jetta body style was developed due in part to the Volkswagen marketing group's observation that the North American market leaned more towards sedans as opposed to the Golf's hatchback configuration. The new saloon variant was marketed as a more upscale car than its tailgated brethren, with nicer interior trim and a higher price. This proved to be a wise move on Volkswagen's part, as the Jetta became the best-selling European car in the United States and Canada. Over the years, the car has been offered in two and four-door sedan and five-door station wagon variants. As of 2005, over 6.6 million cars have been sold worldwide, with over 2.2 million alone sold in the United States. Since the original version in 1980, the car has grown in size and power with each successive generation.

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Toyota Fortuner

The Toyota Fortuner is a sport utility vehicle produced by the Japanese automaker Toyota for some Asian, African and Latin American markets.

Assembled in Asia and South America, the Fortuner is built on the well-established platform of the Toyota Hilux pickup truck. It features three rows of seats and is available in rear-wheel drive or four-wheel drive among others. The Fortuner is part of Toyota's IMV project which include the Hilux, Innova and the Avanza.

A number of engine options are available depending on the country of sale, including a 2.7 liter 2TR-FE and 4.0 liter 1GR-FE V6 petrol with Variable Valve Timing and 2.5 2KD-FTV and 3.0 1KD-FTV common rail variable geometry turbocharger Diesel models.

Trim levels are G and G Luxury for rear-wheel drive diesel and gasoline, and V for four-wheel drive Diesel and gasoline. The common rail turbo intercooled diesel has functional scoop on its hood.

Official website



Estimated Price:(India) 16-18 Lakh

SPECIFICATIONS :

Manufacturer Toyota
Also called Toyota Hilux SW4
Production 2005—present
Predecessor Toyota Hilux Sport Rider
Class sport utility vehicle
Body style(s) 5-door SUV
Layout Front engine, rear-wheel drive / four-wheel drive
Platform IMV
Engine(s) 2.7 & 4.0 VVTi gasoline, 2.5 & 3.0 D4-D Diesel
Wheelbase 2750 mm (108.3 in)
Length 4695 mm (184.8 in)
Width 1840 mm (72.4 in)
Height 1790 mm (70.5 in) (without roof rail)
Curb weight approx. 1800 kg (3968 lb)

Hyundai Santa Fe

The Hyundai Santa Fe is a compact/mid-size crossover SUV based on the Hyundai Sonata platform. It was introduced for the 2001 model year as Hyundai's first SUV, released at the same time as the Ford Escape/Mazda Tribute and Pontiac Aztek. The car was a milestone in the company's restructuring program of the late 1990s because, despite receiving criticism from journalists for its obscure looks, the car was a hit with the American buyers. The car was so popular that at times, Hyundai had trouble supplying the demand. The Santa Fe quickly became Hyundai's best seller and contributed to Hyundai's success in the United States. As of 2007, the Santa Fe falls between the Tucson and the related Veracruz (which was preceded by the Terracan). Hyundai Santa Fe awarded 2008 Consumer Reports "top pick". Hyundai Santa Fe was among the top 10 vehicles for 2008 unveiled in the magazine's issue. The magazine's annual ratings, based on road tests and predicted safety and reliability are considered highly influential among consumers.

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SECOND GENERATION :


2007

The next-generation 2007 Santa Fe debuted at the 2006 North American International Auto Show. The first production Santa Fe rolled off Hyundai's Montgomery, Alabama assembly line on April 18, 2006. It shares this assembly line with the current generation Hyundai Sonata. The new generation sheds the old style's quirky design in favor of a more contemporary look.

In the United States, the new generation is offered in GLS, SE, and Limited versions. The new Santa Fe sees the return of a manual transmission but only when mated with the 2.7-liter V6. The 3.3 liter V6 (a retuned version of the same engine found in the Sonata) is standard on the SE and Limited and comes only with a 5-speed automatic. Body lean in turns, a problem with the previous generation, has been curbed in the new Santa Fe. Both road and wind noise have been hushed, as well.

Newly standard on the latest iteration of the Santa Fe are all the safety features the previous model lacked or charged as extra. Electronic Stability Control (ESC), side curtain airbags for all seating rows, a tire pressure monitor, active front head restraints and anti-lock brakes are all standard. A heated windshield wiper grid located in the front wipers' 'park' position helps to thaw ice buildup on the blades in colder climates. Some features like the tailgate flip glass and the lower body cladding were not integrated into the new model.

The interior has been upgraded as well with blue-lit dashboard controls, (unlike the green color used in other Hyundai models), a gated shifter pattern, illuminated cupholders, and higher quality leather on Limited models. The rear seat head restraints caused visibility problems in the previous model due to their size. The new style features 'shingled' head rests that when lowered completely, sit flush with the top of the seat, helping to maximize rear visibility. The middle rear seating position now comes with its own head restraint and a three-point seatbelt built in. LATCH child seat anchors are also standard.

Pricing remained competitive despite the upward move in size and feature content.

In Malaysia, Hyundai Santa Fe is available as a Complete knock down model rebadged as Inokom Santa Fe. The Inokom Santa Fe is only available in CRDi 2.2-liter Diesel and 2.7-liter V6.

2008
For 2008, only minor changes have been applied to the Santa Fe. A navigation system made by LG is now available on the Limited trim level. The Infinity sound system and the power glass sunroof have been made standard on Limited models. The non-metallic white paint trim has been dropped, leaving only the pearl style as the only white color available on the Santa Fe.

Production 2007–present
Assembly Montgomery, Alabama
Ulsan, Korea
Engine(s) 2.7L 185 hp (138 kW) V6
3.3L 242 hp (180 kW) V6
2.2L 150 hp (110 kW) Diesel I4 (Not for North America)
Transmission(s) 4-speed automatic
5-speed manual
5-speed automatic
Wheelbase 106.3 in (2700 mm)
Length 184.1 in (4676 mm)
Width 74.4 in (1890 mm)
Height 67.9 in (1725 mm)
Fuel capacity 19.8 US gal.


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Suzuki Splash

The Suzuki Splash is a new city car that arrived for the 2008 model year. The car was jointly developed with Opel, which gets their version called the Agila. It debuted as a concept car at the 2006 Paris Auto Show and the production model debuted at the 2007 Frankfurt Auto Show. The Splash is slotted below the Swift in the lineup, and uses a shortened wheelbase version of its chassis.

Engines

The car was launched with two petrol engines, a 3 cylinder 1.0 litre and 4 cylinder 1.2 litre, and a 4 cylinder version of Fiat's JTD diesel engine.




Estimated Price:(india) 4-6.5 Lakh

SPECIFICATIONS:

Manufacturer Suzuki
Production 2008-
Assembly Esztergom, Hungary
Predecessor Suzuki Wagon R+ (Europe)
Class City car
Body style(s) 5-door hatchback
Layout FF layout
Engine(s) 1.0L I3
1.2L I4
1.3L Diesel I4
Transmission(s) 5-speed manual
4-speed automatic
Wheelbase 92.9 in (2360 mm)
Length 145.7 in (3701 mm)
Width 66.9 in (1699 mm)
Height 63.0 in (1600 mm)

Honda Pilot

The Honda Pilot is Honda's second SUV fully built and designed by Honda, released in the summer of 2002 for the 2003 model year. The Honda Pilot is built in Lincoln, Alabama and was built in Alliston, Ontario, Canada up until April 2007. The Pilot is now built exclusively at the Lincoln, Alabama plant. Honda's initial SUV offering for many years was the Passport, which was a rebadged Isuzu Rodeo. Where the Passport was truck-based, it replaced the extended-wheelbase EX trim of the Passport. The Pilot shares underpinnings and the powertrain with the Acura MDX, which has a lineage which can be traced to the Honda Odyssey minivan. The Pilot’s unibody construction, however, is fortified with integrated perimeter frame rails, which helps it withstand light off-road use.

The Pilot was designed to fill a large American demand for SUVs. Prior to the introduction of the Pilot, Honda only had the smaller CR-V based on the Civic, and the aforementioned Passport. However, the CR-V lacked in features many American consumers looked for in an SUV, which are overall size, passenger space, and towing capacity. The Pilot is at most designed to withstand light-duty off-roading. The Pilot has been a best-seller for Honda, with Honda selling over 100,000 Pilots in 2004, an increase of almost 20% over 2003. The Pilot is sold in North America, while Japan and Australia get its relative, the Honda MDX instead. In the Middle East, the Pilot is sold as the Honda MR-V.


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Second generation :

Production 2009-
Assembly Lincoln, Alabama
Wheelbase 109.2 in (2774 mm)
Length 190.9 in (4849 mm)
Width 78.5 in (1994 mm)
Height 71.0 in (1803 mm)

Engineering
LX EX / EX-L Touring
Engine Type V6
Engine Block/Cylinder Head Aluminum-Alloy
Displacement (cc) 3471
Horsepower @ rpm (SAE net) 250 @ 5700
Torque (lb-ft @ rpm) 253 @ 4800
Redline (rpm) 6300
Bore and Stroke (mm) 89 x 93
Compression Ratio 10.5:1
Valve Train 24-Valve SOHC i-VTEC®
Multi-Point Fuel Injection standard
Drive-by-Wire™ Throttle System standard
Variable Cylinder Management™ (VCM®) standard
Active Control Engine Mount System (ACM) standard
Active Noise Cancellation™ (ANC) standard
Hill Start Assist standard
Variable Torque Management® 4-Wheel Drive System (VTM-4®) Available
High-Mounted Fresh-Air Intake standard
CARB Emissions Rating ULEV-2
Direct Ignition System with Immobilizer standard
Heavy-Duty Radiator with 160-Watt Fans (2) standard
Heavy-Duty Power-Steering-Fluid Cooler standard
100K +/- Miles No Scheduled Tune-Ups* standard
Transmissions
LX EX / EX-L Touring
5-Speed Automatic Transmission standard
Heavy-Duty Automatic-Transmission-Fluid Cooler standard
Body/Suspension/Chassis
LX EX / EX-L Touring
Unit-Body Construction standard
MacPherson Strut Front Suspension standard
Multi-Link Rear Suspension with Trailing Arms standard
Stabilizer Bar (mm., front/rear) 23.0 / 26.5
Variable Power-Assisted Rack-and-Pinion Steering standard
Steering Wheel Turns, Lock-to-Lock 3.69
Steering Ratio 19.0:1
Turning Diameter, Curb-to-Curb (ft) 38.6
Power-Assisted Ventilated Front Disc/Solid Rear Disc Brakes (in) 13.0 / 13.1
Wheels 17" Steel 17" Alloy
All-Season Tires P245/65/R17 105T


The new Pilot is available in four models; LX,EX,EX-L, and Touring. Its assembly began in Lincoln, Alabama. It receives a new V6 vtec 250-horsepower engine with 5700 RPM, its EPA is 16 city/23 highway and 17 city/23 highway. The exterior adds a new wheelbase which is 109.2 in (2774 mm), its length is 190.9 (4849 mm), width is 78.5 in (1994 mm), and its height is 71.0 in (1803 mm), its visibility is wider like the MDX. Much of the interior has changed, receiving a tri-zone automatic climate control system, a Satellite-Linked Honda Navigation System with an inference dial, which is only available on Touring, new two-position memory settings for the driver's seat, the third-row seats remain small like the Acura MDX, a new power tailgate, and a new 115-volt power outlet on the Touring. These specifications that were added are like the new MDX's.

Wacky cars:part 2

Nissan Pivo2
Nissan introduced the first PIVO concept two years ago here in Tokyo, and perhaps what’s most surprising is that they decided to build a second one. The PIVO2 looks like it’d be a perfect mascot car for a baseball team, with its spherical passenger compartment sitting on a 4-wheeled platform. The wheels can be turned in any direction and the passenger compartment itself can spin 360 degrees. Each wheel is fitted with an electric motor with power coming from advanced lithium-ion batteries. Not only is PIVO2 friendly to the environment, it also takes care of its driver. A “Robotic Agent” is fitted into the dashboard that recognizes the facial images of the driver, providing not only useful information for vehicle operation, but also “speaks to you to cheer you up or to soothe you accordingly.” Don’t look for this car driving down public roads anytime soon, but its quite popular here in Japan.


Mazda Taiki

Look closely enough and Mazda’s Takai just about bridges the gap between fantasy and reality, and that alone puts it pretty close to the top of our concepts list. The latest in the evolutionary scale of Mazda concepts got started with the Nagare in Los Angeles and follows the theme of “flow” (which is what the Japanese word Nagare means). Takai looks like the kind of car that a superhero comic illustrator might draw in a 25th century cityscape — yet at the same time it looks as though it just might work. It’s all about line rather than technology, although there’s bound to be some of that under the swoopy skin, too. It unequivocally gets our vote because any car that takes inspiration from the flow of a celestial maiden’s robes and whose design process included leaving resin-impregnated strips of gauze literally to take on the shape of the wind deserves to be appreciated. Yes, it has an astonishing Cd of only 0.25, and zero aerodynamic lift all round, but in the end it just looks stunning



Suzuki PIXY

Stretching the definition of “car,” this highly maneuverable one-seater “personal mobility pod” is a vision of sustainable individual mobility for future cities and towns. It can be used by people who don’t drive cars for short, low-speed journeys. But for faster and longer commutes, two PIXYs can “pair” with — that is, drive into — the SSC (Suzuki Sharing Coach). That brings new meaning to the term “car sharing.” Powered by solar power and zero-emission hydrogen, PIXYs can even be used inside buildings and are designed to be “friendly to non-drivers and car users…not only a tool but a partner”



Nissan NV200

Designed as a work van of the future, the NV200 doesn’t look all that unusual in it’s standard configuration until you notice the “Attention: Pod Opens” stencil on the side panel. The pod in question is a large storage unit that slides out of the rear of the NV200, and is designed to be configured to whatever commercial or personal need necessary. Once the Pod has been extended, it provides easy access to tools, equipment, or whatever else the owner would like. The NV200 example on display featured all the gear one might need for underwater exploration and photography. The NV200 is rather advanced, but there are parts of this idea that we could see making it to production eventually.


Honda PUYO

Staying with the environmentally friendly theme that flows through this show, the PUYO concept is a small, four-passenger zero-emission electric car powered by Honda’s proven fuel-cell system. The fuel-cell stack fits into the floor, allowing for a roomy interior. But while the fuel-cell technology is quite advanced, that aspect was the most mainstream part of the PUYO. What makes this car unlike anything else we’ve seen is that it is designed to be a “seamless soft box.” And it is soft — the outer surface of the PUYO is made from silicon gel, which is not only more protective of any pedestrians that may get in the PUYO’s way, but it is meant to be touched, providing a “warm, friendly impression.” The PUYO’s skin is also luminescent, so lights can be hidden from sight until turned on. The interior features a similar material, allowing dashboard instruments to stay hidden until needed.



Suzuki BiPlane

This modern take on a ‘70s drag bike aims to capture the sensation shared by airplanes and bikes. The aerodynamic concept is inspired by the elevating feel riders get when accelerating through a long straightway — like an aircraft taking off. Biplane is powered by a 1,000cc, liquid cooled, 4-stroke DOHC, V-four engine, and it will certainly turn heads.


Suzuki X-Head

This cross-utility vehicle from Suzuki is a car to satisfy all of your Tonka toy fantasies. It is functional, fun and dependable, says Suzuki. Its greatest attribute is its ability to transform into many guises. By changing the load bed, X-head can become a camper for two adults, stylish urban mobility in Fashion guise or able to respond to emergencies in extreme environments when in Rescue mode


Mitsubishi i-MIEV Sport

This baby electric car concept from Mitsubishi is designed to show that a zero-emission car can look great and have a sporty feel. It has three electric motors, two of which are built into the wheels, and a convenient wireless charging system that uses microwaves. A limited number of (non-sporty) i-MIEV experimental cars are already on the road (even Mitsubishi’s company president uses one) and
Mitsubishi thinks the technology may be ready for series production as soon as 2010. The microwaves sound a bit ambitious, but otherwise we think it looks like a credible idea for a city car that’s practical, fun, environmentally friendly, and, perhaps, available in the not-too-distant future



Daihatsu Mud Master-C

The Mud Master-C is a small, tough transporter that is compact and lightweight but is designed with body-on-frame construction for durability and cargo capability. Outfitted as a mountain bike support vehicle, Mud Master-C was co-developed with Raita Suzuki, a leading professional cyclist. With large cargo doors on three sides, Mud Master-C offers excellent convenience and versatility for loading cargo or other uses. A hub reduction system driveshaft to the wheels and large off-road tires achieves exceptional ride height and approach angles. The interior features a simple instrument panel with a large LCD multi-display and the seats are water-repellent for rugged use.



Toyota i-Real

Chances are good that no one will see this cruising down the road anytime soon, but the i-REAL could shape what a personal mobility vehicle may be one day. This spaceship-like conveyance resembles a segway with a seat and looks like it would fit perfectly in Xbox’s famed Halo series. The i-Real rides on two wheels at the front and one in the rear. A perimeter monitoring system detects when a collision is imminent and warns the driver by noise and vibration. Love it or hate it, the i-REAL provides a glimpse at a possible future for personal transportation.

Wacky cars Part:1

Winner, best name in show. Take a commercial stepvan and replace a side panel with glass, and this truck is your mobile recording studio. At 75 inches tall, it also accepts a large reflector telescope. Or, you can stow up to three kayaks and ancillary equipment. See, there's no end to what you can do with Funkybox.




It looks like a Renault on the outside, but inside, front seats stow away to cover the dash and rear seats fold under the floor, transforming Z-E-N into a Japanese living room. Reversible straw/bamboo matting covers the floor and the lower panel of the tailgate slides and lifts up like a Japanese paper door, revealing an outdoor view. Can you say "feng shui?"



If you think the PT Cruiser looks like a "gangster car," check out the three porthole windows in the Hideaway's landau-style C-pillar. Powered by an 1.3L I-4, the Mazda features an engine starter button, pushbutton automatic transmission, and freestyle seating within an interior that focuses on individual details and personalized components.




The slug-shaped antithesis to George Jetson's car-in-a-suitcase, this concept adapts living room design to a luxury coach. Open the "suicide" doors and storage units fold out of the interior door linings. Shelves and immense storage bins turn the four-seater into a roomy den with generous armrests. It has power-swiveling front buckets, flat floor, and integrated computer with keyboard. The drive-by-wire steering wheel can be placed left or right, and it folds into the dash with the instrument panel when parked. The daring design portends of a future production model, likely for 2004.




Another telematics-enhanced car, its roof pattern resembles a net (Internet -- get it?). The interior features tiny cameras and Web connections galore. Nissan chief Carlos Ghosn says it's "in a sense, a mouse that you do not control by your fingertips, but with a steering wheel in the environment around you." Er, okay.




The crazy offspring of last-decade's Nissan Ghobi pickup, Nails is an urban-style truck, straight outta "Blade Runner." The rear window is a split roll-up plastic curtain, but the interior is high-tech, with all the latest telematics.




"Make it unique!" was this GM partner's show theme, and the Covie sure tries. Powered by a GM-based hydrogen fuel cell electric motor that "interacts" with household appliances, the orange egg "expresses healthy enjoyment and brightness in everyday life." Why not?



Stands for "Dual Mode Traveler." This 191-inch-long, nearly 80-inch-tall van's two modes are "drive mode," which emphasizes the modern, electronic gizmo-encrusted two-seat driving space, and "stay mode," which features a beautifully finished camper area in back fitted with gear that looks like Hammacher Schlemmer meets L.L. Bean. Nice idea, too bad about the nose.



"Take fun to the max!" was Honda's theme, and that doesn't even begin to describe this 4-cyl. IMA hybrid-powered, self-contained SEMA show. Unibox's clear body panels are for painting on, or they can be replaced with panels of other materials and textures. Seats in this six-wheeled box can be rearranged around the flat floor. Steering is by joystick, and like many of the concepts here, the leather-and-wood accented interior is filled with cameras, a nav system, TV, and other electronic goodies. Two fold-up electric cycles, the Mobimoba and the Caixa, fit behind the module panels, and there's room for a nav-equipped shopping cart in the cargo space, all charged by the on-board generator.



Not enough passion in your Camry? Sony teamed up with Toyota to design the Pod, a car that can read your emotions and account for them. Its two headlights have eyelids and tears, and the u-shaped LEDs on the panel between them change color to represent "happy," "sleepy," "sad," and "angry." Inside, four tall chairs swivel to "welcome," "communication," and "drive" modes and a handheld Sony device determines your mood and adjusts the car's attitude accordingly, by selecting the interior lighting and music. It gets better: just below the backlight of this motorized mood ring, which looks like a big four-door BMW Isetta, is a tail that wags at you when you're ready to drive, or wags at other motorists when you pass. Makes the Begin Funkybox look downright subtle, doesn't it?

Aston Martin Vanquish S

Aston Martin V12 Vanquish, often shortened to Vanquish, was designed by Ian Callum, and is a grand tourer manufactured by Aston Martin. From its 2001 introduction to its cancellation, it was Aston Martin's flagship vehicle. Its rise to recognition by the wider public came after being featured as the official James Bond car in Die Another Day, the twentieth James Bond film. It was discontinued in 2007. The Aston Martin DBS V12 will temporarily replace it atop Aston's lineup pending the 2010 introduction of a replacement.



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Manufacturer Aston Martin Lagonda Limited
Production 2001–2007
Predecessor Virage/V8 Vantage
Successor Aston Martin DBS V12
Class Grand Tourer
Body style(s) Coupe
Layout FR layout
Engine(s) 5.9 L V12
Wheelbase 2690 mm (106 in)
Length 4666 mm (184 in)
Width 1923 mm (76 in)
Height 1318 mm (52 in)
Curb weight 1835 kg (4045 lb)

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Ferrari 599 GTB Fiorano

The Ferrari 599 GTB Fiorano (internal code F139) is Ferrari's 2-seat Gran Turismo flagship model, replacing the 575 M Maranello in 2006 as a 2007 model. The 599 GTB debuted at the Geneva Motor Show on February 28, 2006. Styling of the 599 GTB was handled by Pininfarina, under the direction of Ferrari stylist, Frank Stephenson. It is named for its total engine displacement (5999 cc), Gran Turismo Berlinetta nature, and the Fiorano Circuit test track used by Ferrari.

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Engine

Tipo F133F 6.0 L (5999 cc) V12 engine produces a maximum 620 CV (620 hp/456 kW/611 bhp), making it the most-powerful series production Ferrari road car. Its 608 N·m (448 ft·lbf) of torque will also be a high for Ferrari's GT cars. Most of the modifications to the engine were done to allow it to fit in the Fiorano's engine bay (the original Enzo version could be taller since the mid-mounted position allowed it to be so). The company claims a top speed in excess of 330 km/h (205 mph), 3.7 second sprint to 100 km/h (62 mph),and 11.0 to 200 km/h (124 mph).

SPECIFICATIONS:
Manufacturer Ferrari
Parent company Fiat Group
Production 2006–
Predecessor Ferrari 575M Maranello
Class Gran Turismo
Body style(s) 2-seat berlinetta
Layout FR layout
Engine(s) 6.0 L Tipo F133F V12
Transmission(s) 6-speed manual
6-speed 'F1' sequential
Wheelbase 2750 mm (108.3 in)
Length 4665 mm (183.7 in)
Width 1962 mm (77.2 in)
Height 1336 mm (52.6 in)
Curb weight 1690 kg (3722 lb)
Fuel capacity 27.7 US gal (105 L/23 imp gal)



Technical details:

A traditional 6-speed manual transmission as well as Ferrari's 6-speed sequential manual gearbox called 'F1 SuperFast' is offered. The e-diff active differential from the F430 is not used. However, the Manettino concept first seen in the F430 also appears in this car. Ferrari sourced the Delphi Corporation's MagneRide semi-active magneto rheological dampers. Reviewers of the car have mentioned that the MagneRide suspension gives the 599 a very comfortable ride but allows it to handle well at the same time.

The Fiorano also sees the debut of Ferrari's new traction control system, called F1-Trac. Reportedly tuned using inputs from 7-time Formula 1 World Champion Michael Schumacher, the system supposedly allows a competent driver to lap the Fiorano test track at just 1 second behind Michael's time.

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Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren “722 Edition”

The Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren is an Anglo-German sports car jointly developed by Mercedes-Benz and McLaren Automotive, built in Portsmouth and the McLaren Technology Centre in Woking, Surrey, England. Daimler AG, owner of Mercedes-Benz, also owns 40% of the McLaren Group.

Due to the presence of the automatic gear box, front mid-engined arrangement and its driving characteristics lead some commentators to classify the SLR McLaren as a GT whose rivals can be considered to be e.g. the Aston Martin V12 Vanquish and Ferrari 599 GTB.

It is the fastest automatic transmission car in the world.SLR stands for "Sport, Leicht, Rennsport" (sport, light, racing). Mercedes-Benz has stated that they will build 3500 SLRs in a span of 7 years, with an annual production of only 500 cars. The car's base price is GB£300,000 (approx. US$495,000 or €475,000, c. 2007).

SPECIFICATIONS:

Manufacturer McLaren
Parent company Daimler AG
Production 2003–present
(3,500 to be produced)
Class sports car/grand tourer
Body style(s) 2-door coupé
2-door roadster
Layout FMR
Engine(s) 5.4 L supercharged V8
Transmission(s) 5-speed Automatic transmission
Wheelbase 2700 mm (106.3 in)
Length 4656 mm (183.3 in)
Width 1908 mm (75.1 in)
Height 1261 mm (49.6 in)
Curb weight 1768 kg (3898 lb)

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Lamborghini Murciélago LP640

Lamborghini Murciélago is a sports car produced by Italian automaker Automobili Lamborghini S.p.A. and designed by Luc Donckerwolke. It was introduced in 2002 as the successor to the Diablo. The Murciélago is a two-door, two-seat coupé. To celebrate the company's 40 years in operation, 50 special edition Murciélagos were built during the autumn of 2003. An open-top version called the Murciélago Roadster was introduced in 2004 for the 2005 model year. The roadster features similar performance to the coupé with a more aggressive rear flank, as well as a considerably higher price tag.

The Murciélago sports a 6.2-liter version of the legendary Lamborghini V12 engine, a six-speed manual or six-speed sequential automatic transmission, and four-wheel drive. It also has a rear spoiler that can be raised to an angle of 70 degrees, side mirrors that fold in to improve aerodynamics, and side scoops that automatically open to the needed size to let in just the right amount of air needed to cool its engine. The 2008 car's fuel economy is 8 mpg (U.S.) (29 l/100 km) city and 13 mpg (U.S.) (18 l/100 km) freeway, making it the least efficient 2008 car for city driving, according to the EPA.

The coupé's base price is US $313,000, which is US $107,000 more than its smaller sibling, the Lamborghini Gallardo.

In 2006 the Murciélago's engine was replaced by a stronger 6.5-liter engine and the car's name was changed to Murciélago LP640. For the 2007 model year Lamborghini did the same with the roadster model, which is now called Murciélago LP640 Roadster. Both versions received a minor facelift.



Specifications :

Manufacturer Lamborghini
Parent company Audi AG
Production 2001–present
3,066 built (2001–2007)
Predecessor Lamborghini Diablo
Class Sports car
Body style(s) 2-door coupé
2-door roadster
Layout Mid-engine, four-wheel drive
Engine(s) 6.2 L V12 426 kW (579 PS/571 bhp)
6.5 L V12 471 kW (640 PS/632 bhp)
Transmission(s)6-speed manual,6-speed E-Gear
Wheelbase 2665 mm (104.9 in)
Length 4580 mm (180.3 in)
Width 2058 mm (81.0 in)
Height 1135 mm (44.7 in)
Curb weight 1650 kg
Designer Luc Donckerwolke

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Pagani Zonda C12 F

The Pagani Zonda is a mid-engined sports car produced by Pagani in Italy. It debuted in 1999 and continues through the present, with production proceeding at roughly 25 cars per year. As of December, 2005, 60 Zondas had been built. Both 2-seat coupe and convertible versions have been produced. Construction is mainly of carbon fiber.

Some early Zonda engineering was done by Formula One champion, Juan Manuel Fangio. The car was originally to be named for him, the "Fangio F1", but the name was changed upon his death in 1995, renamed after an air current above Argentina.



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Gumpert Apollo

The Gumpert Apollo is the first vehicle produced by Gumpert Sportwagenmanufaktur GmbH in Germany. The project is the creation of Roland Gumpert, a former Audi employee who oversaw many a rallying success working as competitions chief in their Quattro division. Gumpert's partner is Roland Mayer, the boss of German tuning house MTM.

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Performance/Engine

The Apollo is a 1100 kg (2425 lb), street-legal race car with up to 650 hp (485 kW) and 627 lb·ft (850 N·m) of torque, designed to take on the Porsche 911 GT3, it is a mid engined, rear wheel drive two seater constructed on a tubular Chromoly frame, with fiberglass or optional carbon fiber body panels. An Audi 4.2L V8 engine is joined to a six-speed sequential gearbox with Formula 1 influences. Estimated top speed is 360 km/h (224 mph) with 0-100 km/h (0–62 mph) reached in 3.0 seconds, making it the 9th best accelerating production car in the world, behind the Ariel Atom.

Manufacturer Gumpert
Production 2005–present
Predecessor None
Engine(s) 4.2 L V8 Twin Turbocharged
Transmission(s) 6-speed manual
Curb weight 1100 kg (2425 lb)
Designer Roland Gumpert, Roland Mayer

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Bristol Fighter

The Bristol Fighter is a British sports car, manufactured by Bristol Cars in small numbers from 2004, and described by commentators as a supercar.

The coupé body, which has gullwing doors, was designed by former Brabham Formula One engineer Max Boxstrom and gives the car a Cd of 0.28. A maximum speed of 210 mph (337.9 km/h) is claimed.

The car uses a front-mounted V10 engine of 7996 cc (487.9 ci) based on that of the Dodge Viper, but modified by Bristol to produce 525 bhp (391 kW) at 5600 rpm and 515 ft·lbf (698 Nm) of torque at 4200 rpm. This is in-keeping with Bristol's use of Chrysler engines since 1961. In the more powerful Fighter S the engine is tuned to give 628 hp (660 hp at high speed using the ram air effect).

The car's weight is 1,475 kg (3,252 lb). List price in 2005 was £229,125, or £256,150 for the Fighter S.

The car has a six-speed manual or four speed automatic transmission, and is rear-wheel drive. It can achieve the 0-60 mph sprint in 4.0 seconds (claimed), and enjoys a power-to-weight ratio of 267.8 kW/ton (362 bhp/ton)

Although sketches and models had been publicized some time before, a complete car was first shown to the press in May 2003. The first drive by a car magazine appears to be that in the April 2005 issue of Evo Magazine.



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Fighter T

In 2006, Bristol announced the Fighter T, a turbocharged version of the Fighter with a modified V10 engine producing 1,012 bhp (755 kW) and 1,036 lb·ft (1,405 N·m) of torque at 4500 rpm. The Fighter T will also benefit from a drag coefficient of Cd 0.27 (improved from Cd 0.28 on the standard model). Bristol claim that the car is capable of more than 270 mph (430 km/h); however it will be electronically limited to a "more than adequate" 225 mph (362 km/h). When the Fighter T went into production, it became be more powerful than Bugatti Veyron, which has advertised 1,001 bhp (746 kW), but still lower than 2007 SSC Ultimate Aero TT. The first production cars were delivered in September 2007.

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