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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


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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


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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


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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


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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


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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


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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


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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


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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


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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


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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


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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


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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


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