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BMW GINA Light Visionary Model is made entirely out of textile fabric that is built around the frame of metal and carbon fiber wires.
The car can actually move and change shape beneath the fabric skin with electro-hydraulic devices. Don’t hope to see the car or on sale anywhere as it is a pure concept.
Its main purpose was to inspire designers and engineers to think outside the box.
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DETROIT — If the car enthusiasts within General Motors prevail, Pontiac will further expand its lineup of rear-wheel-drive performance vehicles to include a 400-plus-horsepower V8-powered G8 coupe. Just don’t call it a GTO.
The coupe, which would be based on the Holden Coupe 60 concept the Australian division unveiled recently at the Melbourne auto show, would arrive in showrooms within three years’ time.
Continue to read: Pontiac G8 GXP Coupe Concept
Most people who nowadays dream of having a De Tomaso Pantera must take time to find a used one on the market. If you can find one then prices could be as high as $100,000.
What if you could have a modern version of this famous De Tomaso, built over a reliable and fast structure, such as the Lamborghini Gallardo’s? Well, if the designer Stefan Schulze manages to sell his idea to any investor, you might be able to do buy your Panthera (with an H not Pantera) someday.
Continue to read: New De Tomaso Pantera could be based on the Gallardo
Scion’s Hako Coupe was developed by Tokyo Design Division, which studied global, youth-inspired trends. Japanese and American youth cultures often influence each other and are interpreted with a unique twist.
The Hako Coupe Concept was inspired by the iconic xB and the emergence of American vintage style among young Tokyo trendsetters.
Continue to read: New York 2008: Scion reveals Hako Coupe Concept
Audi presented the R8 V12 TDI in the Geneva Motor Show and there were speculations that Audi might start the real production of the car.
They even had few journalists thest drive the concept.
The car had 500 hp and 1,000 Newton-meters (737.56 lb-ft) of torque.
Continue to read: Audi R8 V12 TDI will not be produced
Illustrating the shape and evolution of future Kia vehicles, the simple yet bold and aggressive KOUP exterior is complemented by its realistic and sleek interior design.
Originating from the Kia Motors America Design Center in Irvine, Calif., the KOUP concept embodies Kia’s philosophy of “Exciting and Enabling” with its balanced proportions and fluid design set to evoke an emotional driving experience.
Continue to read: New York 2008: Kia KOUP Concept
New York Auto Show: Saleen is presenting new supercar concept called S55 Raptor.
V8 powered supercar boasts 650 horses and 630 lb-ft of torque.
The engine is mid-mounted and runs on either regular gasoline or 85% ethanol blended fuels.
Continue to read: Saleen S55 Raptor: Ethanol Supercar Concept
NEW YORK – Following its world premiere at the Geneva auto show earlier this month, the award-winning Saab 9-X BioHybrid premium compact concept is scheduled to make its American debut at the New York International Auto Show media days, beginning March 19.
“After its stunning performance in Geneva, we can’t wait to show the 9-X BioHybrid to the press and public here in America,” said Steve Shannon, Saab Automobile USA general manager.
Continue to read: New York Auto Show welcomes Saab 9-X BioHybrid
The all-electric Lightning GT might just be the world’s first green supercar. It’s as clean as the Tesla Roadster, as quick as the Porsche 911 GT3 RS and as pricey as the Lamborghini Murcielago LP640.
“Without a significant positive shift in perception,” the company says, “electric motoring will remain a large compromise in the eyes of driving enthusiasts and therefore fail to impress the masses.”
Continue to read: The all-electric Lightning GT
A number of cars have their world premiere on the stands of Pininfarina clients: the new Ford Focus Coupe-Cabriolet, the Alfa Spider Model Year 2008 and the Maserati Granturismo S. Sergio Pininfarina inducted into the European Automotive Hall of Fame.
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At the 2008 Geneva Motor Show, SEAT will unveil the prototype SportCoupé “Bocanegra”, a model which brims with character and sporting style from nose to tail. For the Spanish brand it marks the start of a product initiative extending over the next few years, which will include the important launch of the new-generation Ibiza as well as a new ‘B-segment’ saloon car, due to make its public debut in 2009.
Continue to read: Geneva 2008: Seat Bocanegra Concept
Officially it will be presented in 2009 Geneva Motorshow.
Rumor is engine choises will include a 3.5-litre V6 with around 300bhp, a direct-injection 4.5-litre V8 with 350-400bhp and a twin-turbo version with 560bhp.
The new four-door model will compete against established rivals like the Mercedes Benz CLS, as well as the anticipated four-door model that Aston Martin exhibited in concept form named Rapide.
Continue to read: New Pics of Porsche Pamamera
Tokyo, November 27, 2007 — Mitsubishi Motors Corporation (MMC) and Mitsubishi Motors North America Inc. will premiere MITSUBISHI Concept-RA to the world at the 2008 North American International Auto Show. MITSUBISHI Concept-RA fuses a passion for dynamic, exciting driving with a heightened sensitivity for the environment thanks to clean, efficient high performance diesel power. The 2008 NAIAS runs from January 13 to 27 at the Cobo Center in Detroit and opens to the general public on January 19.
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1000 BHP + 2700 lb Mid-Engine Chassis = New Benchmark of Sports Car Performance
HOUSTON, TEXAS (November 20, 2007) - Hennessey Performance Engineering today announced that it is introducing the company’s first concept car - The Venom GT.
Penned by British auto designer, Steve Everitt, the Venom GT would incorporate Hennessey’s potent Venom 1000 Twin Turbo Viper V10 powerplant into a light weight mid-engine chassis weighing “under 2,700 lbs”. Power would be run through a 6-speed transmission or optional sequential gearbox.
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A modern interpretation of the legendary Cobra 427, as seen by the Maltese designers at Racer X Design. This is the first time that Racer X Design is showing the sketches of the KC-427 to the public.
Designed to evoke the emotions of the classic cobra, the KC-427 concept captures the beautiful design of the original while adding a more brutal new age twist. The design is dramatic, modern yet with the same lines that made the original an icon, the KC does not try to hide the fact that its insight comes from the 60’s. It looks ready to chew the tarmac even in design phase.
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Concurrent with the arrival of the 2008 SX4 Sport production vehicle, Suzuki further expands its highly popular and media-acclaimed Suzuki LIVE Series (LIFE VEHICLES) – a line of brand-dedicated concept vehicles specially designed for life enthusiasts, adventurers and thrill-seekers.
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Hyundai has revealed its highly anticipated Concept Genesis Coupe at the Los Angeles International Auto Show. The concept car heralds the introduction of an all-new, rear-wheel drive 2+2 sports coupe, which will go on sale in the US in the spring of 2009. It is currently being evaluated for possible sale in the UK.
* All new rear-wheel drive, high performance 2+2
* More than 300PS from a 3.8-litre V6 plus supercar styling
* Production version being evaluated for sale in UK
Continue to read: Hyundai Concept Genesis Coupe
The two-door, four-seater car measures 4.62 metres in length and combines the genes of a typical dynamic soft-top convertible from Audi with the all-round qualities of a fully fledged SUV. The muscular, powerful, but also elegant lines make no secret of this vehicle’s potential.
The 240 bhp three-litre TDI engine with ultra-low emission technology delivers sporty driving dynamics with exhaust emissions on the level of the EU 6 limits.
Continue to read: Audi Cross Cabriolet quattro
Toy manufacturer Mattel has announced that Mitsubishi Motors Research and Design of America (MRDA) employee Gary Ragle is among seven designer finalists to be selected in the company’s first-ever Hot Wheels® Designer’s Challenge™. MRDA was among six automotive manufacturers to participate in the challenge, which marked the first time Hot Wheels® has turned outside the company to seek new vehicle designs.
Continue to read: Mitsubishi shows Double Shotz Concept
Honda Access America, Inc., Honda’s U.S. accessory development team designed and built the HF-S Concept to demonstrate how the customized use of technology could allow vehicle owners to fine-tune performance while adding their own senses of style. Key exterior and conceptual powertrain modifications represent functional performance and driving-experience enhancements.
Continue to read: Honda Accord Coupe HF-S Concept
