The expression, ‘to put your money where your mouth is’ is one that could be used for Volkswagen who’re doing exactly that. Since their announcement of wanting to be the world’s leading automotive manufacturer, Volkswagen have literally been spending billions. Research and development costs for the last year alone were up 15% from previous, making […]
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Toyota’s weird but somehow intriguing FV2 concept makes its debut at the Geneva Motor Show. The innovative concept is, in our opinion, a bit like an advanced Sinclair C5 – and we don’t mean that in a derogatory way either. The Sinclair C5 might be the brunt of many a joke now, but to be
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The upgraded Kia Optima Hybrid was unveiled by Kia Motors at the Geneva Motor Show, marking the European debut of this streamlined saloon with a drag coefficient of just Cd 0.26 in its latest form. Visually, the new Optima Hybrid is little changed, with only new bumper designs and a revised grille. However, the subtle
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Toyota’s pioneering FCV (Fuel Cell Vehicle) is making it’s European debut at the 2014 Geneva Motor Show. Yoshikazu Tanaka is the man in charge of development for fuel cell vehicles at Toyota. The following interview gives some insight into the work involved in bringing a new powertrain technology to fruition and the advantages of hydrogen
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Kia has revealed its all-new mild hybrid powertrain at the Geneva Motor Show. The powertrain – part of a future technologies exhibit on Kia’s show stand – is designed to simultaneously reduce emissions and improve engine performance in Kia’s next-generation models. Interestingly, the technology will be made available for both petrol and diesel models in
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Embodying the iconic design of the recently-launched second-generation Kia Soul, the Soul EV will become the brand’s first globally-sold electric vehicle when production starts in the second half of 2014. Michael Cole, Chief Operating Officer, Kia Motors Europe, said: “Not only is the Soul EV a stylish, eye-catching car to be seen in, but it
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Skoda have been busy sorting out the largest model campaign in their brand’s history and have released a brand new concept called the VisionC. Touted as displaying the next generation of design direction for Skoda vehicles, the VisionC is a stylish looking five door with a coupé line. More expressive than previous Skoda designs, the
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In December 2013, Hyundai revealed plans for a new concept car which would be ready for show at this year’s Geneva Motor Show. Named the Intrado, the concept drawing shown in 2013 was but a sketch outlining the rear appearance of the vehicle. Today, Hyundai have taken the wraps off the rest of the car’s
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Nissan have announced their line-up of vehicles for the forthcoming Geneva Motor Show and included in the range will be the new and exciting electric BladeGlider concept. Inspired by Nissan’s innovative ZEOD RC Zero Emission on Demand race car – set to take part in the 2014 Le Mans 24hr race under the event’s ‘Garage
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The first official driver placements have been announced for the inaugural season of the FIA’s Formula E all electric championship, shortly after the last set of drivers were revealed as part of the Drivers’ Club. ABT Sportsline have confirmed former Formula One and Audi factory driver Lucas di Grassi and the team principle’s own son,
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