Mazda is set to unveil a small car at the coming LA Auto Show with the expected unveiling of the 2011 Mazda2. The new car is expected to adhere towards the growing demand for smaller and fuel efficient vehicles in North America. Aside from the Mazda2, other vehicle models are expected to be shown off with the likes of the Mazda3, Mazda5, Mazda6, MX-5 and RX-8 also set to be unveiled next month. The Mazda2 is set to be offered in the U.S. and Canada later in 2010.

(Source) Press

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To most of us who have seen the Nissan X-Trail already, this piece of news should not be confused for a new version. Rather, the second generation Nissan X-Trail is a dead ringer for the old one although it comes with a revamped interior and the instrumentation panel has been repositioned to be in the usual driver’s side. This second generation Nissan X-Trail will make its debut at Thailand, coming with a 2.0 liter engine, an XTRONIC CVT transmission aided by a 6 speed manual transmission. From the looks of it, Nissan may be spreading the Nissan X-Trail in other parts of Asia, with Malaysia probably being the next stop. The new batch of Nissan SUVs will be coming from Indonesia.

(Source) Paul Tan

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Watch out for a new supercharged car at the 2009 SEMA show as the 2010 Camaro is set to make its debut, a world class supercar that is the product of two of the most popular names in the auto industry. Lingerfelter Performance Engineering and Hotchkis Performance have come together to unveil a stunning new Camaro featuring a 427 CID LS7 engine, titanium connecting rods and LS7 cylinder heads with titanium intake valves and Inconel exhaust valves.

Other notable features include a Hotchkis Total Vehicle System, Brembo brakes, a custom LPE 20-inch 10-spoke wheels, a custom embroidered interior and a Mito rear view mirror with video display. With such an array of features expect this car to draw all the attention at the event and all the inquiries as well once it hits the market.

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Kia Motors has announced a new luxury model in their vehicle line up with the KND-5 Concept car. This new luxury model aims to satisfy the growing demands for vehicles who are looking for refinement and safety for ideal driving conditions. The new luxury sedan will be known as the Cadenza outside Korea and will make its debut in the Middle East. Cadenza is a name derived from an Italian music term which stands for elaborate, ornamental flourish for a concerto.

Among the notable features of the Cadenza include its sporty look, bold headlamp design, stylish taillights and passenger friendly high-tech features. It also carries the usual vehicle features like power steering, extendable seat cushions, and auto defogging of windshield and ventilation front seats.

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Ford Motors is setting its sights on unveiling new compact car made for the Indian market. The new car model is the Ford Figo, a new and fresh face which is Ford’s bet to compete with the growing demand for small cars in India. Only the exterior design was revealed to the public at the press conference held in New Delhi and further details will be unveiled once the vehicle production launches in 2010.

For the record, Figo is an Italian word for “Cool”. Production for the Ford Figo will be held at the expanded integrated manufacturing facility near Chennai.

Image Courtesy: BBC News

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Hyundai has recently let us know via press release that their Equus sedan will be making its North American debut in 2010. Previously only shipping overseas, this ultra luxurious Sedan will compete with similar offerings from automakers such as BMW, Lexus and Mercedes.

The decision to bring the Equus to America was made when it was met with “fantastic” response after being shown at this year’s New York Auto Show which we were notified of back in May. After said response, Hyundai proceeded to demo 100 vehicles to dealerships around to world who, just like New York Auto Show goers, were generally pleased.

We’ll keep you posted regarding specs, pricing and release windows as they are made known.

Tags: debut, equus, Hyundai, luxury

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Tata Motors kicks off one leg of its new found business, launching the Jaguar and the Land Rover in India. The re-branding prowess of Tata Motors starts by unveiling the two luxury car brands in Indian waters, launching three models of each brand.

Jaguar will be unveiling the XF, XFR and the XKR sedans while Land Rover will start its business with Discovery 3, Range Rover Sport and Range Rover sport utility vehicles. Being fully imported models, all the six cars carry a heavy price tag starting Rs 63 lakh and going up to Rs 92 lakh.

“The launch of Jaguar and Land Rover is something that is quite memorable in the context of our history and heritage of Tata Motors. This is a company that belongs to us and we are proud of it.”

While the economy is still in turmoil for most parts of the world, no sales forecasts were unveiled by Tata Motors just yet. Right now, all they can do is stay optimistic, similar to what most business are banking on today.

(Source) Business Standard

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It has been quite some time since we last saw a Ford Capri. In fact, it has almost been 30 years or so. But if rumors persist, we may yet see the return of the Capri in a smaller version like a 3-door hatchback. The new Ford Capri aims to compete against the likes of the Volkswagen Scirocco, offering a coupe-like hatchback with a heavy appearance on the rear.

Design will be influenced by the Ford iosis Max Concept that was shown at the 2009 Geneva Motor Show earlier this year. The iosis Max Concept will also set the stage for the rest of the next-generation Focus lineup along with the next C-Max.

Power will come from the 1.6L 4-cylinder EcoBoost engine that made its first debut in the Lincoln Concept C – it was also featured on the iosis Max Concept. The engine produces up to 180-hp while providing fuel-economy that is 20 percent better than the conventional gasoline engines.

Would the Ford Capri become a hit once again? Only time will tell. But at the rate that some cars are slowly coming back, it may just have its share of customers though more buildup may be in order to really make an impact for its return to the automotive scene.

(Source) EGM Car Tech

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The debut of the Lexus IS C With Retractable Hardtop convertible is said to be the new and playful personality of the Lexus, adding a totally new dimension to its IS line. And to make sure you don’t miss it, an integrated marketing campaign has been launched to emphasize the vehicle’s adventurous, playful personality and reach consumers looking for a thrill.

The launch campaign features three IS C broadcast spots and one IS full-line spot, as well as print, interactive, out-of-home and support at key Lexus-sponsored events. The TV spots titled, “Hop In”, “Running” and “Look Out”, feature the tag line, “Live a little, a lot.” Each highlights the thrill of driving the IS C, as the car hugs every curve on the road and the drivers experience the thrill of driving top-down in a Lexus.

The new 2010 IS C carries a retail price of $38,490 for the IS 250 C and $43,940 for the IS 350 C.

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Motorists eyeing the best pre-owned programs in the market today may want to shift their attention a bit to Hyundai. Hyundai’s certified pre-ownership program has suddenly found itself at number three in the non-luxury category, making 24 jumps since its debut two years ago. At the moment, it is trailing the Mini and the Volkswagen.

Those are quite glaring numbers and considering that Hyundai is aggressively exhausting all efforts to make its business flourish, it seems that Hyundai has become the people’s choice with their various tactics.

Here is what the CPO program of Hyundai offers:

• Vehicles up to five model years old with less than 60,000 miles are eligible
• 10-year/100,000-mile powertrain warranty (from original purchase date)
• 150 point inspection
• $50 deductible
• Roadside assistance
• Rental car coverage (up to $35/day for up to 10 days per occurrence)
• Towing coverage (up to $75 per occurrence)
• Travel breakdown coverage (up to $375 per occurrence)
• Diagnostics
• Related damage for specific parts
• Fluids
• New car financing rates through Hyundai Motor Financing Company

These numbers may seem common but what you don’t see is what Hyundai provides as far as comfort and economical factors are concerned. But with practically the motoring industry acknowledging it, what else would you need to be convinced?

(Source) Press

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The Ritz from Maruti Suzuki in India finally made its debut today, available in petrol and diesel engines. With the Ritz – a Superior stance hatchback positioned at the premium-end of the compact car market – Maruti Suzuki consolidates its leadership in the highly competitive compact car segment. The Ritz comes with the BS-IV and OBD-I compliance much ahead of the regulation being enforced in the country.

The Ritz has been specifically designed for India. Maruti Suzuki engineers worked with the Suzuki design team in Japan to co-design the car and carry out India-specific changes.

The heart of the Ritz are the brand new 1.2 Litre K12M Petrol engine and the 1.3 DDiS Diesel power-plant, each offering optimum performance and fuel efficiency. Alongside this, the transmission system has been optimized for the Ritz to match Indian driving habits. With this the Ritz offers the best-in-class combination of fuel efficiency and drivability.

(Source) PR Domain

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