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Archive for ‘October, 2009

X Marks the Spot for Toyota

  • Monday Oct 26,2009 01:05 AM
  • By Heather
  • In 2010 Cars

Toyota Mark XToyota’s Mark X, until quite recently, was only a first generation, but it was a popular one. Hopefully Toyota will be able to say the same thing for the second generation of the Mark X, which recently received its debut during the motor show in Tokyo. The unveiling furthered the rather luxurious and sporty theme that initially began with the first generation. The sedan received a redesign, some of which occurred around a theme called “glam tech,” which couples a modern aesthetic with highly technical and technological features.

The Toyota Mark X is a mixture of understated and subtle luxury paired with dynamic design and elements. It is an elegant, smooth lined vehicle with precise lines and sinuous curves, with just as much versatility to be found on the inside.

2010 Nissan Rogue Krom Revealed: Finally!

2010 Nissan Rogue KromI have been waiting on pins and needles for the 2010 Nissan Rogue Krom to be revealed and finally – my prayers have been answered.  While the word Krom is something that is weird … and different, I think that the 2010 Nissan Rogue Krom is going to be one hot little car.

The 2010 Nissan Rogue Krom is what I would akin my Pontiac Vibe too, it is almost a little sportier though and for that, I love it.  Nissan is a brand that I know all about for the simple fact that it was my very first car … however right now, Nissan seems to be doing quite well for themselves and the addition of the 2010 Nissan Rogue Krom is going to bring them over the top!

This little beauty is also going to be available in three different colors – Wicket Black, Venom Red and finally Gotham Gray.  All of which look amazing!

Mugen Honda Civic Type-R: It’s Almost Here!

Mugen Honda Civic Type-R Earlier this summer, there have been rumors flying around that Mugen was actually planning to release something that that seems to mimic Honda’s Civic Type-R and right now … those rumors have been put to rest.

The Mugen Honda Civic Type-R is actually going to be coming out fairly quickly and while you might have to trade in your house to afford it, it is definitely going to be worth it.

Running a tab of $64,000, this HPV is actually going to be one that is pretty damn awesome.  It is actually going to be able to get up to about 237 mph and the Mugen Honda Civic Type-R is going to be a car that is going to last a while too.

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Rolling out the Red Carpet for the Rolls-Royce Ghost

  • Thursday Oct 15,2009 07:36 PM
  • By Heather
  • In 2010 Cars

Rolls-Royce GhostThe Rolls-Royce Ghost — probably the definition of a classic, and certainly the epitome of class, style, sophistication, and prestige.

The Ghost — the production version — was recently revealed at the motor show in Frankfurt. Visually, it is identical to the former 200EX concept car, which made its debut at Geneva’s motor show back in March.

This new spook is not as large as the famed Phantom, but it is bigger than the likewise popular BMW 7 series. Its design aesthetic is unquestionably elegant and beautifully balanced.

The surfaces are large and uninterrupted. The horizontal lines are all smoothly, finely sculpted. The car is simplicity in itself, something which is notoriously difficult to pull off so well.

Within the interior, the ambiance is truly contemporary and true to the Rolls-Royce tradition.

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The Bugatti Galibier Concept: What a Looker!

  • Monday Oct 12,2009 07:31 PM
  • By Heather
  • In 2010 Cars

Bugatti Galibier conceptWow. Just … wow. So, as the title says, this is the Bugatti Galibier concept, which was rather recently introduced in Molsheim, France. Officially titled the Bugatti 16C Galibier concept, this car is a serious looker — and no wonder, since the manufacturers make no bones about their expectations for this vehicle: they want it to be nothing less than the most exclusive and elegant car in the entire world.

I would say that they are well on their way with their expectations, if only because even in pictures, this car practically screams class and prestige — as you would expect from any vehicle carrying the Bugatti name, am I right?

Inside and out, everything about this car is exclusive and powerful, from its name to its exterior to all the features inside.

The Hyundai Sonata Brings It On

  • Friday Oct 2,2009 06:01 PM
  • By Heather
  • In 2010 Cars

Hyundai SonataSay hello to the brand new 2010 Hyundai Sonata, people! It started its development all the way back in 2005, when it was given the codename “YF.”

It is a steady best seller on the market in Korea, and has been since 1985, when the very first generation of the Sonata was launched. Now in its sixth generation, the Sonata is touted as having a fluid sculpture and a “voluminous” look.

Okay, personally? I think the car looks a little boring, myself. I see what they are talking about when they talk up its fluidity, its refinement, its harmony, and so on, but it really does not pop to me. In fact, it kind of fizzles.

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The Suzuki Alto Takes It all the Way

  • Thursday Oct 1,2009 05:57 PM
  • By Heather
  • In Suzuki

Suzuki Alto ConceptIntroducing the Suzuki Alto Concept! Or, rather, it will be introduced when the motor show in Tokyo takes place at a later point this month. It will celebrate the Alto nameplate’s thirtieth anniversary.

The concept recently made its most recent debut back during the motor show in Paris. It is designed to show the future of mini vehicles, and specializes in being user friendly and having a high level of economy.

The design does not differ a whole lot from the European version currently in production, although Suzuki itself assures that this version is totally different.

It is designed to provide a high degree of comfort for the driver and passengers, and it comes with plenty of features specifically made for convenience.