The Best Review All Carnoreply@blogger.com (Unknown)Fri, 1 Nov 2024 03:36:23 -0700Blogger http://www.blogger.com129125http://wwwvigotodaycom.blogspot.com/en-usyesvigotodayCar,Cars,Caronline,Carsonline,Automotive,AutomobileCar, Cars, Caronline, Carsonline, Automotive, AutomobileCar, Cars, Caronline, Carsonline, Automotive, Automobilevigotodayvigotoday@gmail.comvigotodayhttp://wwwvigotodaycom.blogspot.com/2010/03/porsche-918-spyder-concept.htmlTue, 2 Mar 2010 21:34:00 -0800tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-699900183206816604.post-8118294458719162257The biggest surprise in Geneva this year was an all new concept car from Porsche. Called the 918 Spyder concept, the new car was designed by Porsche in Germany but created by Vercarmodel Saro in Turin, Italy, apparently without the knowledge of senior management at VAG.According to project leader Johannes Doll and interior designer Thorsten Klein, the concept's design builds on the classic 917, 0vigotoday@gmail.com (vigotoday)http://wwwvigotodaycom.blogspot.com/2010/03/citroen-survolt-concept.htmlTue, 2 Mar 2010 21:33:00 -0800tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-699900183206816604.post-7899282803345742905French automaker Citroen revealed the Survolt concept at the Geneva motor show today. The showcar is a fresh take on the electric vehicle, an exploration initiated with the Revolte concept car revealed at last year's Frankfurt motor show.The Survolt takes the genetic material of Revolte and adds an extroverted sports dimension to the mix in a 3.85m long, 1.87m wide and 1.20m high package.Inside, 0vigotoday@gmail.com (vigotoday)http://wwwvigotodaycom.blogspot.com/2010/03/pininfarina-duettottanta-concept.htmlTue, 2 Mar 2010 21:32:00 -0800tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-699900183206816604.post-2357502586007887631Pininfarina Duettottanta conceptPininfarina today revealed the Duettottanta concept, an homage to Alfa Romeo on its 100th birthday.The Duettottanta concept showcases a simple but modern design aesthetic that is a "fluid interpretation of what a spider should be," Design Director Lowie Vermeersch told Car Design News. "It evokes the feeling of wanting to take it for a drive..."Read more about the 0vigotoday@gmail.com (vigotoday)http://wwwvigotodaycom.blogspot.com/2010/03/geneva-motor-show-2010-highlights.htmlTue, 2 Mar 2010 21:28:00 -0800tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-699900183206816604.post-6462765065479841162 Pininfarina Duettottanta conceptAll three Torinese design houses are showing concepts at Geneva this year, a big difference to last year's situation. Pininfarina's offering is the Duettottanta: a name that evokes the legendary 105-series Duetto, but also the years of activity at Pininfarina, which launches the celebrations for its 80th anniversary with this concept car. The Duettottanta is a 0vigotoday@gmail.com (vigotoday)http://wwwvigotodaycom.blogspot.com/2010/03/test-drive-2010-lotus-evora.htmlTue, 2 Mar 2010 21:25:00 -0800tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-699900183206816604.post-9040120676494334569By: Mark Takahashi , Associate Editor www.edmunds.comVehicle Tested: 2010 Lotus Evora 2dr Coupe (3.5L 6cyl 6M)Pros: Racecar handling, agreeable ride quality, relative exclusivity.Cons: Miniscule backseats, uncomfortable driver's footwell, tiny trunk.Lotus, the niche exotic sports car brand from England, has always been known for its narrow focus on performance. The company's most recent models —0vigotoday@gmail.com (vigotoday)http://wwwvigotodaycom.blogspot.com/2010/03/lexus-ct-200h-w-gallery.htmlMon, 1 Mar 2010 02:43:00 -0800tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-699900183206816604.post-1823907948327927437Lexus is poised to reveal the CT 200h at the Geneva motor show next week. The new car is the first compact model from Toyota's luxury brand, and it will also be the first full hybrid vehicle launched in that segment.Previewed by the LF-Ch concept Lexus unveiled at the 2009 Frankfurt motor show, the production CT 200h design is an evolution of Lexus's L-finesse design philosophy. It also reflects 0vigotoday@gmail.com (vigotoday)http://wwwvigotodaycom.blogspot.com/2010/02/porsche-cayenne.htmlThu, 25 Feb 2010 21:41:00 -0800tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-699900183206816604.post-8179561531233307282Porsche will reveal the second generation Cayenne at the Geneva motor show next week. Longer and lighter than its predecessor, the new SUV is more powerful yet more fuel efficient than the model it replaces. It will also be available with a hybrid powertrain for the first time.Though the changes appear to be subtle, the new Cayenne's design is now more closely aligned to that of other Porsche 0vigotoday@gmail.com (vigotoday)http://wwwvigotodaycom.blogspot.com/2010/02/speakers-confirmed-for-interior-motives.htmlThu, 25 Feb 2010 21:34:00 -0800tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-699900183206816604.post-2128603631030647144Beijing hosts this year's Interior Motives China Conference which takes place 21-22 April on the eve of the auto show. Click for larger imagesSimon Loasby, director of design for VW China, will be presenting at the conference. VW has the largest sales of the Western OEMs in the marketThe 2010 conference picks up from last year's event where Chery's director of styling, Li Chuanqun (above), 0vigotoday@gmail.com (vigotoday)http://wwwvigotodaycom.blogspot.com/2010/02/pforzheim-winter-degree-show-2010.htmlThu, 25 Feb 2010 21:14:00 -0800tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-699900183206816604.post-9189960154370413650Pforzheim University's winter degree show was held in the Congresshall complex in downtown Pforzheim. Click for larger images1908 'Brutus' racing car on loan from the Sinsheim museumJun Hyuck Eoh and his 'New Smart Interior' conceptRendering by MA student Jan Schmid (right) and Stransky Vojtech (left)Sketch by BA student Strunz KorbinianBMW 'Airic Airin' by Seung Mo LimPforzheim University held 0vigotoday@gmail.com (vigotoday)http://wwwvigotodaycom.blogspot.com/2010/02/honda-3r-c-concept_24.htmlWed, 24 Feb 2010 21:34:00 -0800tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-699900183206816604.post-6794184616800419600Honda 3R-C conceptHonda's new 3R-C concept, a single seat battery-powered electric vehicle, is set to make its world debut at the Geneva motor show next week. It will take center stage at the stand alongside the EV-N show car, U3-X electric personal mobility vehicle and the FCX Clarity, the Japanese automaker's fuel-cell electric vehicle.Created by European designers working at Honda's Research 0vigotoday@gmail.com (vigotoday)http://wwwvigotodaycom.blogspot.com/2010/02/test-drive-2010-nissan-altima-35-sr.htmlTue, 23 Feb 2010 20:19:00 -0800tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-699900183206816604.post-1765698885063532704By: Josh Sadlier , Associate Editor www.edmunds.comVehicle Tested: 2010 Nissan Altima 3.5 SR 4dr Sedan (3.5L 6cyl CVT)Pros: Smooth and powerful V6, excellent CVT, sporty handling, high-quality interior, impressive electronics.Cons: Desirable options are clustered in pricey packages, low rear-seat cushion penalizes longer legs.So, first things first — don't let the new name fool you. The 2010 0vigotoday@gmail.com (vigotoday)http://wwwvigotodaycom.blogspot.com/2010/02/mikos-high-performance-material-with.htmlTue, 23 Feb 2010 20:02:00 -0800tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-699900183206816604.post-1980268752375595781Click for larger imagesUnveiled at the 2010 Detroit Auto Show: the Cadillac CTS-V Coupe with saffron-colored microfiber Dinamica material on seat inserts and door panelsMiko produces more than 600,000 meters of Dinamica every year and adapts the product for markets including automotive, aviation and marineCar makers rely on Dinamica Auto to add a sporty yet elegant look to their vehicle interiors0vigotoday@gmail.com (vigotoday)http://wwwvigotodaycom.blogspot.com/2010/02/mercedes-benz-f800-style-concept.htmlMon, 22 Feb 2010 19:37:00 -0800tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-699900183206816604.post-3526036376142084640Mercedes-Benz will unveil the F800 Style concept at Geneva next month. A reinterpretation of the typical Mercedes design idiom, the concept points towards the future design direction for the Stuttgart-based automaker and is also speculated to preview the next generation CLS.Created through close international cooperation between the technical research and advanced engineering departments and the 0vigotoday@gmail.com (vigotoday)http://wwwvigotodaycom.blogspot.com/2010/02/kia-optima-preview-w-gallery.htmlMon, 22 Feb 2010 19:35:00 -0800tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-699900183206816604.post-3175642011698836213These are the first images of the next generation Kia Optima/Magentis, which will make its public debut at the 2010 New York Auto Show in April.The new mid-size sedan's design marks a step-change for the Korean automaker. Longer, lower and wider than the previous model, the new car features a significantly longer wheelbase, which is claimed to offer considerably more space for both people and 0vigotoday@gmail.com (vigotoday)http://wwwvigotodaycom.blogspot.com/2010/02/umea-olme-spyder-project.htmlMon, 22 Feb 2010 19:23:00 -0800tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-699900183206816604.post-4864240721148063225by Eric Gallina www.cardesignnews.comsketch of the Olme Spyder, a one-off prototype vehicle designed by first year students at Umea Insitute of Design. Click for larger imagesA CAD rendering of the Olme SpyderStudents show their scale modelsConcept sketches of the exterior and interiorWhile Swedish automaker Saab was going through tumultuous times and Geely was in the process of buying Volvo from0vigotoday@gmail.com (vigotoday)http://wwwvigotodaycom.blogspot.com/2010/02/local-motors-texas-competition-results_3387.htmlFri, 19 Feb 2010 17:53:00 -0800tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-699900183206816604.post-6591316205702632231by Eric Gallina www.cardesignnews.com 'LM Modula' concept by Acatrinei Lucian Nicolae, aka “Luci_ued”, won first place in the Texas Motors competition. Click for larger imagesAcatrinei Lucian Nicolae's 'LM Modula' concept'LM T-RX' concept by Oleg Bazoev, aka 'OleGUN'Local Motors has announced the winners of the Texas Motor competition, the independent car company's 19th competition. Tasked with 0vigotoday@gmail.com (vigotoday)http://wwwvigotodaycom.blogspot.com/2010/02/ied-eye-concept.htmlFri, 19 Feb 2010 17:51:00 -0800tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-699900183206816604.post-8876481560196284475The Istituto Europeo di Design (IED) of Turin will showcase a new concept developed in collaboration with Tesla at the upcoming Geneva motor show. Called the Eye, the new concept was created by 11 students on the university's Transportation Design MA program under the supervision of Tesla's Design Director, Franz von Holzhausen.Based on an idea by Jorge Andrés Pinilla Fonseca, the fully electric 0vigotoday@gmail.com (vigotoday)http://wwwvigotodaycom.blogspot.com/2010/02/opel-flextreme-gte-concept.htmlFri, 19 Feb 2010 17:48:00 -0800tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-699900183206816604.post-2902085102630284167Opel is set to unveil the Flextreme GT/E extended-range electric vehicle concept at this year's Geneva motor show. Cloaked in an aerodynamic body that showcases the future design direction of the brand, the Flextreme GT/E achieves a projected 0.22 Cd.Though GM has only revealed sketches and teaser shots of the new car at this time, the five-door concept's exterior design carries over a lot of 0vigotoday@gmail.com (vigotoday)http://wwwvigotodaycom.blogspot.com/2010/02/test-drive-2010-aston-martin-rapide.htmlFri, 19 Feb 2010 17:45:00 -0800tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-699900183206816604.post-1533134637485447550By: David Booth , Contributor www.edmunds.comVehicle Tested: 2010 Aston Martin Rapide 4dr Sedan (5.9L 12cyl 6A)Pros: Stupendous styling, coupelike handling, mellifluous V12 engine, unique market position.Cons: Tight rear seating, not exactly cheap.The 2010 Aston Martin Rapide is Aston's first-ever four-door sedan, and its purpose is to combine four-door practicality and exotic sports-car style. 0vigotoday@gmail.com (vigotoday)http://wwwvigotodaycom.blogspot.com/2010/02/bertone-pandion-concept.htmlWed, 17 Feb 2010 19:13:00 -0800tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-699900183206816604.post-6293092749078627658Bertone Pandion conceptThese are the first pictures of Stile Bertone's Pandion concept, leaked out onto the web ahead of its eagerly anticipated debut at next month's Geneva motor show.Based on Alfa's breathtakingly beautiful 8C Competizione, the Pandion is a 2+2 seat vehicle whose name is derived from a mythical Greek king (the name is also used to describe birds of prey such as the Osprey). 0vigotoday@gmail.com (vigotoday)http://wwwvigotodaycom.blogspot.com/2010/02/test-drive-2010-lexus-ls-460_16.htmlTue, 16 Feb 2010 19:55:00 -0800tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-699900183206816604.post-4715550309673032903By: Warren Clarke , Automotive Content Editor www.edmunds.comVehicle Tested: 2010 Lexus LS 460 4dr Sedan (4.6L 8cyl 8A)Pros: Competitive price, placid ride, impressive technology, huge trunk, exceptional materials quality.Cons: Less engaging than its European rivals, unremarkable cabin design, Advanced Parking Guidance can be slow to execute.The 2010 Lexus LS 460 has created a niche for itself 0vigotoday@gmail.com (vigotoday)http://wwwvigotodaycom.blogspot.com/2010/02/5-by-peugeot-concept.htmlTue, 16 Feb 2010 19:51:00 -0800tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-699900183206816604.post-9076600103854316867French automaker Peugeot is poised to showcase yet another concept car at the Geneva motor show next month. Called the '5 by Peugeot' this second show car will be displayed alongside the SR1 concept previously announced. Both are expected to showcase the company's zeal for creating design led products.Pointing the way towards the brand's future ambitions in the large luxury vehicle segment, the '0vigotoday@gmail.com (vigotoday)http://wwwvigotodaycom.blogspot.com/2010/02/proton-concept-by-italdesign-giugiaro_16.htmlTue, 16 Feb 2010 19:49:00 -0800tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-699900183206816604.post-5532580333635578890Italdesign Giugiaro is set to introduce a family of low environmental impact cars created with the Malaysian manufacturer Proton at the 80th Geneva motor show.The first such concept, based on a hybrid drive system, was designed to maximize available on-board space and access ergonomics in a four-seat, five-door hatchback measuring just 3550mm in length. "This is the outcome of several years of 0vigotoday@gmail.com (vigotoday)http://wwwvigotodaycom.blogspot.com/2010/02/review-gmc-granite-concept.htmlMon, 15 Feb 2010 21:43:00 -0800tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-699900183206816604.post-4135538093220708266I’m always fascinated by the new concept cars being created. Sometimes a company like GMC will have a terrible new car released that bombs on the market. Then at other times they really come through designing a car that is both stylish, practical and enjoyable.The 2011 Detroit Auto Show was the platform in revealing the all new GMC Granite, a concept vehicle that promises to be a hit for 0vigotoday@gmail.com (vigotoday)http://wwwvigotodaycom.blogspot.com/2010/02/citroen-ds-high-rider-concept_2532.htmlFri, 12 Feb 2010 20:14:00 -0800tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-699900183206816604.post-2994382188969480281Citroën has released the first images of the DS High Rider concept set to be unveiled at the 80th Geneva Motor Show. The second concept associated with Citroën's new DS line, the compact crossover blends the design attributes of a coupe and a compact SUV.Measuring just 4260mm long, 1820mm wide and 1480mm high, the compact crossover has a muscular aesthetic, expressed by a high waistline and a 0vigotoday@gmail.com (vigotoday)