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Concept Cars Motor Racing American Cars European Cars Opinion notes on design and motorsport Classic Cars Self-delling Hot Rods 4x4 and SUV Off-Road Vehicles Car drawings Car Photos Juan Manuel Fangio Museum Car Guide of the World Consultations to the author of Autos y Diseño Tuning Design contests Car Finder & Design Car Videos Educational Institutes Evolution of the car? The perfect car Rational design for todayThe 2006 saw the debut of the eighth generation Honda Civic. Technical specifications, dimensions and photos.
Citroën C-Sportlounge. The SportLounge will be launched for the first time in Frankfurt 2005 It will feature technology present in Citroën C4 and design features present in other concepts and production models of the French terminal It will present technological innovations and a surprising aerodynamic coefficient of 0.26.
Mitsubishi will present the Concept Sportback at the Frankfurt Motor Show in September 2005 This prototype would be an advance of the style trends that will be adopted by the next sedan sport models of the Japanese company.
Renault presented the Egeus at the Frankfurt 2005 show. This is a high-end SUV with sedan features and all-wheel drive performance. The new concept features a V6 3000 cm3 diesel engine with almost 250 HP and 7-speed automatic gearbox.
Porsche announced the manufacture of its first sedan car - the Panamera. Photos and overview.
Photos and specifications of the Mercedes S-Class 2006. Get to know all of your technology, such as Night Vision, Pre-Safe and Optional Distronic Radar System.
The Mercedes Benz ML 63 AMG was presented at the 2005 Frankfurt Motor Show, although its arrival on the market was oriented to 2006. Photos and specifications.
Audi presented the Q7 off-road vehicle at the Frankfurt Motor Show in September 2005. This 4x4 has technological innovations and features typical of an advanced vehicle. It will be the largest European off-road vehicle, and in Germany there are already reservations at an initial base price of almost €50,000.
The Nissan GT-R Proto will be released to the public in 2007. Drawings and design comments.
Audi concept Shooting Brake, its overall design and advances in technology. Photos & Specs
Audi announced the manufacture of a new supercar that will hit the streets in 2007. It will be based on the prototype Audi Le Mans, presented in Frankfurt 2003.
The 2006 Detroit show presented an unexpected prototype, the Lamborghini Miura Concept. It is powered by a 580 horsepower V12 engine.
Peugeot will manufacture its first 4x4 SUV in 2007. PSA signed an agreement with the Asian company Mitsubishi with the aim of jointly developing off-road vehicles. Official photos and technical data of the Peugeot 4007.
An Argentine designer student of the European Institute of Design will present his prototype for Lancia at the Geneva Motor Show 2006.
Mitsubishi begins production and sales in Brazil of the Pajero Sport SUV.
The revolutionary Audi TT of the late 1990s already has a new version. The new Audi TT shares platform with the VW Golf, is larger and has a new 250 hp V6 engine.
The sporty character of the Apollo is summarized in the following data: it has a V8 twin-turbo engine that delivers 650 hp, accelerates from 0 to 100 km/h in 3 seconds and reaches a top speed of 360 km/h.
Mercedes Benz presents the 2007 CL Coupe Class: its most technologically advanced vehicle. It is based on the S-Class sedan, with V8 and V12 biturbo engines. Photos, specifications and general information.
The Audi A1 will be the first rival on the market for the Mini Cooper. It will be presented in 2009. Here we advance its features and illustrations.
General Motors announced the return of one of his most iconic cars: the Camaro. This sport with more than 30 years of history will reappear on the streets in 2009 with a design very similar to the original 1969 and new technology under the hood.
Lancia announced the return of its successful Delta model for 2008. This prototype is a breakthrough of what will come. Photos, specifications and design reviews.
The Volkswagen Tiguan Concept introduced in 2006 anticipates the final Tiguan SUV to be marketed in 2007. Overview, photos and technical specifications.
The new 2007 Mitsubishi Lancer maintains its sporty spirit, offers new engines and shares platform with its Mitsubishi Outlander SUV. Photos and specifications of the Mitsubishi Lancer 2007.
The Mercedes Benz Ocean Drive Concept is much more than a design exercise, with the possibility of its manufacture to rival Rolls Royce in the market.
Toyota will offer in 2007 a hybrid version of its most successful sedan - the Camry. Photos, specifications and general information.
Lotus plans to manufacture four new cars in the coming years, including the reissue of the Esprit. Images and general comments of Lotus Esprit 2009.
Peugeot presented at the Geneva Motor Show 2007 the new 207 Coupe Cabriolet. Photos and technical specifications of Peugeot 207 Coupe Cabriolet.
Maserati presented his reissue of GranTurismo at the Geneva Motor Show 2007. Design reviews, official photos and technical specifications of Maserati GranTurismo.
Ford presented the new Mondeo 2008 at the 2007 Geneva Motor Show. This sedan will be marketed in Europe from June 2007. Design reviews, official photos and technical specifications of Ford Mondeo 2008.
Audi presented the new coupe A5 at the 2007 Geneva Motor Show. A sports version will be manufactured and then a convertible. Design reviews, photos and technical specifications of the Audi A5.
Fiat launches its renewed edition of the Fiat 500. Three engines will be presented at a base price of 10,000 euros. Overview, photos and specifications of Fiat 500.
The new generation of Subaru Impreza was presented at the 2007 New York Motor Show. For the first time, it is offered in bicuerpo and tricuerpo versions. Overview, photos and specifications of Subaru Impreza.
RUF introduced the new CTR3, a supercar whose performance impact highlights its acceleration in 3.2 seconds and a top speed of 375 km/h. Overview, photos and specifications of RUF CTR3.
Peugeot will manufacture a minivan named 3008 in the coming years. It is expected to be presented in versions for five and seven passengers with nafteros and diesel engines, perhaps also one hybrid.
Special coverage of the International Motor Show Buenos Aires 2007. Interviews, notes and photos.
The Peugeot 308 replaces the 307 at the end of 2007. It incorporates more technology and comfort elements. Overview, specifications and photos of the Peugeot 308.
Fiat presents for the first time the Grande Punto in South America. Overview, photos and technical specifications of Fiat Grande Punto.
The Jaguar XF is the model with which the brand tries to mark a new era of design, seeking to outline a new aesthetic. Overview, photos and technical specifications of Jaguar XF.
Tokyo Motor Show coverage 2007. Photos and technical specifications of the most prominent cars: Mitsubishi Concept ZT, Honda Fit 2008, Nissan GT-R, Subaru G4e concept, Audi Metroproject Quattro and Mitsuoka Orochi.
Citroën presents its renewed C5, ready to compete in the high-end sedan segment. Overview, technical specifications and photos of Citroën C5 2008.
The new Mitsubishi Lancer Evo X features a new 300 hp turbo engine, all-wheel drive and robotic automatic transmission. Overview, official photos and technical specifications of Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution X.
The Honda FCX Clarity works Hydrogen and does not pollute the environment. Overview, photos and technical specifications of Honda FCX Clarity.
The 2009 Ford Fiesta adopts all the aesthetics of the Verve Concept. The car will be marketed worldwide under the name Fiesta and presents a great growth in equipment. Photos and specifications of the Ford Fiesta 2009.
The Toyota iQ is presented as the next big hit of the Japanese company. It will be launched in 2009 to segment C and will rival the Smart. Description, photos and specifications of the Toyota iQ.
The Volkswagen Scirocco is presented as the sports car of the German brand. It will feature nafteros and diesel TDI engines. General description, official photos and technical specifications of Volkswagen Scirocco.