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2023 Toyota GR86 Special Edition With Cosmetic Upgrades. The second generation Toyota GR86 is built on the reputation of the first-gen model by bringing even more affordable sports car. With a higher powered 2.4-liter powerplant that yields nearly 11% more horsepower and 18% more torque than the previous 2.0-liter engine. It also ups handling precision with a 50% increase in chassis stiffness over the prior-gen 86. Drivers can also choose their thrill and opt for 6-speed automatic with paddle shifted 6-speed manual transmission. For 2023, GR86 adds a limited production 860- special edition with an exclusive Solar Shift paint color, forged matte black 18-inch alloy wheels, GR cat-back exhaust, and b-pillar racing stripes. 2023 Toyota GR86 Special Edition

2022 TOYOTA FORTUNER 2.8L 4X2 LTD A/T 2-TONE PC The Toyota Fortuner is the midsize SUV. Fortuner is a body on frame SUV that rides on the IMV platform. The Hilux and the Innova share this platform, along with the engine options but with varying outputs. There are two exterior configurations, G, V, and Q variants in the lineup will get an updated but similar look to the previous model. These models will sport new grilles and bumpers for the front and rear as well as an updated rear. The standard throughout the lineup are the Bi-beam LED headlamps that were only previously found in the top of the-line models. For the power configuration, it is also worth noting that only variants with 2.8-liter engines will get the option to have a 4X4 system. The 2.4-liter diesel engines can only be had in the rear wheel-drive. Toyota has axed the 2.7-liter gasoline options for the SUV. The output of the 2.4-liter is 148 horsepower and 400 Newton meter of torque while the large...

The 2023 Toyota Camry debuts with Nightshade Special Edition, Available V6 Engine. The Japanese brand launches three moods of Nightshade with the choice of Midnight Black, White, and the new Reservoir Blue exterior colors. The Camry Nightshade rides on 19-inch wheels with a matte bronze finish and in the SE trim, a sport tuned suspension. Available with four-cylinder engines with front wheel drive and all wheel drive, as well as a hybrid, the design package brings a black front grille with a more aggressive mesh insert borrowed directly from the Camry TRD. There are a black rear spoiler, mirrors, caps, and exterior badges. For 2023 model year are the black trimmed headlights and taillights, which complement the darkened appearance. The sedan gets a choice between a standard 2.5-liter four-cylinder engine and an optional 3.5-liter V6 with 203 horsepower and 310 horsepower respectively. All gas powered models are equipped as standard with an eight-speed automati...

The 2022 All-New Toyota Veloz 1.5-liter V CVT. The Toyota Veloz is the brands entry into the 7-seater subcompact crossover SUV segment. It shares much of the same design as its Avanza stablemate, but comes with a much bolder front fascia and along with more technologically advanced safety features. The Veloz is powered by a 1.5-liter naturally aspirated gasoline engine that sends power to the front wheels via a CVT. The specifications and features of the Toyota Veloz. CVT, Gasoline, 1.5-Liter, 105 Horsepower at 6000 RPM, Front Wheel Drive. The Features Driver/Passenger/Side/Curtain airbag, Android Auto, Apple CarPlay, Bluetooth, and USB Connectivity. 2022 Toyota Veloz

The 2023 Toyota Supra sports coupe gains a Hairpin+ function and retuned suspension with manual gearbox and A91-MT Edition. The 2023 Toyota Supra revealed with manual gearbox, the sports coupe gains a Hairpin+ function and retuned suspension. The Supra also traces much of its roots back to the 2000GT owing to an inline 6-layout. The first three generations were offered with a direct descendant to the Crowns and 2000GT M engine. Toyota labels it as an intelligent Manual Transmission featuring bespoke software for prioritizing performance. The engine torque is further optimized when you press and then release the clutch pedal during upshifts. Consistent performance is delivered when downshifting but you can turn intelligent Manual Transmission off by activating the Sport mode. There is more to the model year change than the manual gearbox and a special edition as Toyota has further tweaked the suspension and steering as well as the Track mode for easier drifts. ...

The eighth generation Taurus marks the of Ford long running sedan. The 2023 model features a digital cockpit, 2.0-liter EcoBoost power, and Mustang-themed taillights. The 2023 Ford Taurus, there are still shades of the Mondeo in the sedan shape, but it takes on a modern appearance with narrow headlights high on the fascia flanking a wide grille. At the back, there are narrow three bar taillights, that bear a curious resemblance to something you would find on a Mustang. For the power configuration, is 2.0-liter Eco Boost engine, connected to an eight-speed automatic transmission. For the interior, there is a minimalist digital cockpit inside, boasting an 8-inch instrument display with a 13.2-inch control center screen. Apple Car Play and Android Auto connectivity are also part of the package and Ford makes is a point to mention the rotary shift dial in the center console. The 2023 Ford Taurus, will remain the domain of markets outside the United States, with sal...

The new 2023 Chery Tiggo 8 Pro is more aggressive look and new interior, the model will be offered with two turbo engines to choose from, and a hybrid version is also tipped for it. The Chery Tiggo 8 is a series of 7-seat mid-size crossover SUV. A premium variant was introduced to the Chinese market for the 2022 model year, The Chinese Chery Tiggo 8 Pro has the most aggressive design among all versions, the crossover received a huge grille framed by LED L-shaped running lights, a massive front bumper, and large round twin exhaust pipes. Also such a cross is the largest in the family. The Tiggo 8 Pro with two engines were announced a 1.6-liter turbocharged gasoline mill with a capacity of 197 horsepower and a 2.0-liter with a capacity of 254 horsepower. The crossover can be either front wheel drive or all wheel drive system. Also predicting a hybrid version. The Chery Tiggo 8 Pro will be released on the home market in May, but a public display can be held in Apr...

The 2023 All-New Honda HR-V Crossover With Turbo Engine. Honda has introduced the HR-V in Indonesia with a turbocharged engine. The HR-V is available in four trim levels. Only the RS variant gets the turbocharged 1.5-liter gasoline mill which makes 175 horsepower and 240 Newton-meters of torque. The Honda HR-V is more aggressive than the current model and has a more prominent lower fascia. The grille has an octagonal shape with an S shaped mesh pattern. The headlights have a boxier look. The taillights have a sleeker appearance. The updated bumper has a black panel between body color pieces for a look that accentuates the vehicles width. The Honda HR-V in US is different from the one that is available elsewhere. The new HR-V will be designed to meet the distinct needs of American customers and will differ from the Honda HR-V that will be introduced in other country. There are no technical details about the HR-V for the US market. The Indonesia version is avail...

The 2023 Prodrive Hunter As All-Terrain Supercar With 600 Horsepower. The Prodrive is a British motorsport and advanced engineering group based in Banbury, Oxfordshire, England. The Hunter is based on a space frame made of high strength steel, the outer panels are made of composite materials. The shape of the front panel was changed, more comfortable seats were installed, more familiar to view of the center console with a multimedia screen, and a new digital instrument panel, sound insulation has been significantly improved. The Hunter is a Ford supplied 3.5-liter V6 engine tweaked by Prodrive to generate in excess of 600 horsepower and 700 Newton meters of torque. The Prodrive has fitted the Hunter with a six-speed, paddle shift gearbox, routing all that power to a four wheel drive system. The maximum velocity is downright amazing for a car fitted with massive 35-inch off road tires, primarily intended for rough roads rather than smooth tarmac. The top speed might...

The Geely Binrui Cool four-door sedan and more powerful turbo engine. The new appearance of the restyled Geely Binrui sedan, featured more aggressive bumpers and a raised hood, plus the sedan got a new grille, headlights and lights, and instead of diamond shaped exhaust pipes, they are now oval. The length of the sedan has grown by 30mm to 4710mm, the width has been increased by 10mm to 1795mm, the height, on the contrary, has become less by 5mm from, now on 1455mm. The Wheelbase former 2670mm. The new model received a multilayer front panel, other steering wheel, central tunnel and door cards. The new virtual instrument cluster is now visually integrated with the touchscreen of the multimedia system, although these are still two separate screens that rise above the panel, which is why the central air vents had to be moved lower. The new model received a multilayer front panel, other steering wheel, central tunnel and door cards. The new virtual instrument clu...

The 2023 Mazda CX-60 Inline-Six 3.0-Liter Gasoline And 3.3-Liter Diesel Engines. The 2023 Mazda CX-60 was created in accordance with the Japanese aesthetic principle of less is more. The crossover has a long front overhang and hood, relatively small headlights, as well as a large branded front grille, visually as if pierced by L-shaped LED strips of daytime running lights. The 18-inch wheels are offered for base model and the 20-inch rollers are optional available. For the power configurations work with a newly developed eight speed automatic transmission, with a multi plate clutch replacing the hydraulic torque converter. The PHEV based around the four cylinder unit, will be followed by inline six gasoline and diesel engines. Will be a 3.3-liter Skyactiv-D. Both have been developed with 48 volt mild hybrid tech to cut fuel consumption and emissions. Mazda mentions the combustion engine is good for 189 horsepower and 261 Newton meters of torque. As for the electri...

2023 Jeep Teases New Small Electric Crossover. The Stellantis published several teasers, Jeep showed a new crossover, the company offers the first teaser images of the new battery electric vehicle for the Jeep brand. This vehicle has split headlights, with a portion of the grille separating the running lights on top, from the main lamps on the bottom. The fog lights are visible in the lower fascia. The fender flares bulge outward from the body. A crease above them adds a further accent to their look. Body cladding is around the wheel wells and side sills. The Jeep has hidden rear door handles, that incorporate into the black portion of the C pillar. The Jeep Small Electric Crossover, will go into production this coming November at the plant in Tychy Poland. The factory will allegedly build 110 thousand examples a year of the Jeep model. 2023 Jeep Small Electric Crossover Watch for more details:

The all-new 2022 Suzuki Baleno compact "five-door" has changed both outside and inside. The Suzuki Baleno nameplate has been used by the Japanese manufacturer. The Baleno that was sold in Europe and Asia Pacific was a rebadged Suzuki Cultus Crescent. The Suzuki Baleno it a full model change design. The models got new headlights with a squint and three L-shaped diode running LED lights, the front grille has become wider, and the taillights have additional sections that float on the tailgate. The fifth door itself is new, as is the hood. Also replaced the bumpers, but the general appearance has remained similar. For the power configuration is provided exclusively by a naturally aspirated 1.2-liter gasoline engine with 90 horsepower and 113Nm of torque. The suspension has also been tweaked while the larger 14 inches disc brakes. 2022 Suzuki Baleno Watch for more details:

The new crossover Renault Austral, the premiere this coming March 8. The all-new Renault Austral appearance of the new crossover is coming on March 8. Renault Austral received an aggressive front bumper and embossed hood, as well as headlights with diode squiggles of running LED lights. On the radiator grille, vertical strokes flaunt, such a pattern is called checkered in the company. The cross got a new emblem of the brand. The Renault says, the front fascia of the model combines vivacity and sophistication and could also add it looks rather aggressive in this design sketch. The all-new Renault Austral will not be available with a diesel engine. At launch, a revised 1.3-liter, 12-volt mild hybrid engine, will be on sale together with a completely new 1.2-liter TCe unit with 48-Volt mild hybrid tech. All tech details will be unveiled on March 8, when the new Austral will make its official and full debut. New Crossover Renault Austral Watch for more d...

2023 Ford Ranger Raptor With Larger 3.0-liter V6 EcoBoost Making Almost 400 HP. The Ford Ranger Raptor is a range of mid-size pickup trucks. The mid-size pickup is indeed getting a larger 3.0-liter V6 EcoBoost. The 2023 Ford Ranger Raptor gets a permanent four-wheel drive system with an on demand electronically controlled two-speed transfer case. The twin-turbo mill has been detuned to almost 400 horsepower and 583Nm, the output is channeled to the road via a ten-speed automatic transmission. Those muscular fenders host 17-inch wheels wrapped in all terrain tires and the back features a sporty exhaust with adjustable flaps to modify the soundtrack on the fly. There are locking differentials at the front and rear along with seven selectable driving modes Normal, Sport, Slippery, Rock Crawl, Sand, Mud and Baja. The interior is home to sports seats. Ford says have been designed with inspiration from jet fighters while Code Orange accents spruce up the cabin. Magn...

Toyota Yaris GR Sport GT7 Edition With Freebie Package PS5 And New Gran Turismo Game. The Toyota Yaris is a supermini subcompact car. Toyota had used the Yaris nameplate on export versions of various Japanese market models. The Toyota Yaris GR Sport GT7 Edition is limited to just 100 units and most importantly, it comes with a lot of freebies guaranteed to whet the appetite of PlayStation fanatics. Apart from the limited special edition hatchback, new owners will also get a new PlayStation 5 console and a standard physical copy of the new Gran Turismo 7 game. Toyota, will play a leading role in the second edition of the Spanish Gran Turismo Championship. The winner of that competition will get a Yaris GR Sport GT7 Edition as a prize. Toyota Yaris GR Sport GT7 Edition Watch for more details:

2023 Porsche Macan T As A Touring SUV For The Family. The Porsche Macan is a high performance five door luxury crossover SUV. The Macan range includes many variants, including the Macan, Macan S, Macan S Diesel, Macan GTS, and the Macan Turbo. The 2023 Porsche Macan T is the first Porsche SUV to gain a Touring badge, slotting between the base model and Macan S. The Macan T sits squarely between the standard model and the Macan S. As such, it retains the entry level Macan powertrain, a 261 horsepower turbocharged 2.0 liter four-pot sending power to all four wheels through a seven speed PDK gearbox. The 2023 Porsche Macan T could bring more customers, but that will depend on pricing and Porsche is not yet sharing that information. 2023 Porsche Macan T Watch for more details:

Brabus 1300 R Limited Edition exclusive run of just 154 units—77 each in the rider’s choice of either Magma Red or Signature Black. Limited to only 77 units each, the BRABUS 1300 R is designed for those who relish the finer details of handbuild exclusivity. The BRABUS 1300 R is here! The first ever and strictly limited BRABUS motorbike is also the first product of our brand new collaboration with the leading Austrian motorbike experts at KTM. In this brand new collaboration, KTM and BRABUS join forces to create next level motorbikes, bringing together their strengths and combining both brands’ creativity, their unique design languages, their technical engineering and manufacturing expertise – and their shared love for a new challenge. The first result: a unique luxury naked bike with an instant One-Second-Wow factor. A machine built for enthusiasts with an eye for details. The BRABUS 1300 R. Defined at its core by the signature style cues of BRABUS supercars, t...

Alfa Romeo Tonale Subcompact Electric Crossover Will Launch 2024. Alfa Romeo was previously owned by the Italian American concern Fiat Chrysler Automobiles, but at the beginning of last year it merged with the French group PSA. A new auto giant Stellantis appeared on the global market. The automaker is already expanding its lineup, recently introducing the Tonale, though it will not be the last new crossover joining its portfolio. Earlier it was reported that the management decided to leave all brands, including one of the unprofitable brands. Alfa Romeo Tonale it will launch in 2024. While it will be the brands first full electric vehicle. Alfa will offer it with combustion engines. The first electric only vehicle launches in 2025. Imparato said that the company wants it to compete outside of Europe, hinting that it will also arrive in the United States. 2024 Alfa Romeo Tonale Watch for more details:

Smart #1 New Crossover EV A Joint Venture Between Mercedes-Benz and Geely This is the first product between the joint venture between Mercedes-Benz and Geely for the reorganized Smart brand. Smart Automobile a joint venture between Mercedes Benz and Geely announced the name of its first crossover, the production version will be called simply #1, the # sign, as conceived by marketers will emphasize the connection novelties with the modern digital world. Now the crossover is undergoing development tests, a full fledged premiere is expected in the coming months. The Smart #1 Concept, measures 168.9 inches long. The production version appears to have very similar proportions, so it should be around the same size. There are no powertrain details about the Smart #1. It rides on the Geely Sustainable Experience Architecture. The underpinnings run on an 800 volt architecture and can support up to three electric motors. The Smart plans to add a larger crossover to its ...

Lexus Electrified Sedan Concept Shows Off Styling In New Images. Last December, premium brand Lexus, along with parent company Toyota, announced a slew of future electric models and is now posting pictures on Twitter to take a closer look at the design of some of the new products. The Lexus Electrified Sedan Concept so that we can see the side and rear of the stylish four door. The Lexus Electrified Sedan Concept has a nose that arches steeply downward from the windshield. By EV standards, the inlets in the front fascia are quite large. Openings on each side of the hood tip appear to be for the headlights, but a skinny strip is the only visible element that would appear to function for illumination. The hood has a pair of vents on each side of it. There are no visible exhaust pipes. The Lexus designers are planning the sedan as an EV. Although, a PHEV layout with hidden tailpipes. There was a view of the larger Lexus Electrified SUV concept. Lexus Electrified S...

The New 2022 DS E-TENSE PERFORMANCE Revealed. The new DS E-Tense Performance a supercar based on a carbon monocoque with twin electric motors producing 815 horsepower and a four wheel drive transmission. The DS E-Tense Performance which highlights its connection to the 2016 model car but at the same time they have almost nothing in common. The carbon fiber monocoque body has been completely redesigned, its outer plumage, especially the front showing the style of future DS models. The power plant this time is twin engine directly borrowed from the Formula E-cars, the drive is correspondingly all wheel drive. The power of the front electric motor is 250 kilowatt the rear one is 350 kilowatt. The total power is 600 kilowatt and all of it is available, including with regenerative braking. The maximum torque at the wheels is 8,000 Nm. The battery of the French company Saft, a subsidiary of TotalEnergies has a deeply integrated cell cooling system to avoid overheatin...