Tuesday, September 18, 2012
Lexus LF-CC Concept
Toyota has launched a second sports 2+2 grand touring coupe concept car this year called the LF-CC. The first was the LF-LC that made its debut at the Detroit Auto Show. At the 2012 Paris Motor Show this new concept called the LF-CC will be unveiled to the public.
This coupe has similar design features that were seen in the first concept back in January. The Lexus trademark spindle grille looks great. More information and videos should be available once the show gets underway later this month.
Sunday, August 5, 2012
2012 Toyota FCV-R Concept
The Toyota FCV-R is a fuel cell vehicle concept that was shown at the 2011 Tokyo Motor Show. Remember when fuel cell vehicles seemed like they were going to be the next big thing and then they pretty much disappeared? Well Toyota hasn't given up on this cool technology that turns hydrogen and oxygen into electricity to propel the car.
The good news is Toyota is planning on putting this model into production by 2015. The bad news is it will cost around $125,000. This price point is pretty much to be expected from such a state of the art vehicle.
Now Toyota isn't the only one working on this technology. Honda has released the FCX Clarity which is also a fuel cell vehicle. This model is only available to lease.
Wednesday, June 27, 2012
2010 Nissan Townpod EV Concept
The 2010 Nissan Townpod EV Concept is one part Cube and one part Leaf. This concept uses the all-electric drive train from the Nissan Leaf and some of the styling details from the Leaf as well as the Nissan Cube and the Nissan 370Z. The Townpod was first shown at the 2010 Paris Motor Show.
Nissan aimed to develop an all electric vehicle that can be dynamic in terms of how the car could be used. The interior has a high level of customization to take on a role of a people mover as well as an effective cargo mover.
2012 Hyundai i-ioniq Concept
The Hyundai i-ionic Concept is a peak into the future of what is to come of the Hyundai brand. It features a plug-in hybrid type drive-train that uses a electric motor for propulsion and a range extending gasoline engine powered generator. The car features scissor doors and a awesome panoramic roof that Hyundai calls a "penthouse roof". This concept is very cool and was shown at the 2012 Geneva Motor Show.
Saturday, June 23, 2012
Honda S Concept
The Honda S Concept was designed to be a global passenger mover but intended to be primarily for the Chinese market. Honda wanted to build a car that was fun to drive and provide excellent environmental performance at the same time. Honda says the S stands for Stylish, Smart and Surprise. The Honda S will be introduced into the Chinese market in 2013 and then followed by a global release.
Cadillac Converj Concept
The 2009 Cadillac Converj was first shown at the 2009 Detroit Auto Show (North American International Auto Show). This car is heavily based on the Chevrolet Volt, using the hybrid drive train as well as the chassis. Due to the positive response from Auto Shows Cadillac has decided to put this car into production as the 2014 Cadillac ELR.
Volvo You Concept
The Volvo You Concept was first unvielled at the 2011 Frankfurt Motor Show. This concept is a large four-door premium luxury sedan that has been designed for simplicity and elegance. The exterior design is a more modern take on Volvo models from the past like the Volvo PV544 (1943-1966) and the Volvo Amazon (1956-1970).
This video shows footage of the Volvo You Concept.
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