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 2010 Geneva Auto Show Coverage |
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Feb 26, 2010 - 6:44 PM - by Administrator
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While European automakers initially ignored hybrid technology, it seems as though the craze has finally caught on, with everyone from Ferrari to Porsche announcing hybrid models of one kind or another. Ferrari will debut a 599 Hybrid concept, while Porsche will show the GT3 R Hybrid race car and a hybrid version of the 2011 Cayenne.
Porsche's new parent company, Volkswagen, also has plenty of hybrid news. VW will showcase its new Touareg SUV, with a hybrid version. In addition, another VW-brand company, Audi, will show off a hybrid version of its new A8. Other hybrids include the Lotus Evora 414E Hybrid and the Lexus CT200h hybrid.
Other show highlights are sure to include a new high-performance version of the Lamborghini Gallardo, referred to as either the LP57-4 SuperVeloce or the LP570-4 Superleggera, as well as Audi's new RS5. Plus, Mercedes-tuner Carlsson is debuting its new C25, an SL65-based supercar while VW/Audi-tuner ABT Sportsline is showing-off a 600-hp Audi R8 GTR, an R8 Spyder, A8 and a modified Volkswagen Golf R.
More: 2010 Geneva Auto Show Coverage on AutoGuide.com
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Toyota FT-86 to Bring Back Spirit of AE-86 |
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Mar 08, 2010 - 12:55 PM - by Administrator
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With the European debut of the FT-86 Concept, Toyota is looking to keep the hype alive by releasing a new series of photos of the sporty two-door, while dropping a press release that talks more about what we hope the FT-86 will become.
Toyota says it has built the concept to embody the spirit of the Corolla AE-86, a tiny front-engine, rear drive sports coupe that is a legend among drifters, while also serving as a great platform for club racers and rally teams. The concept focuses on light weight to deliver what Toyota calls a "strong power to weight ratio," while also focusing on handling. “It is an entirely driver-orientated car, engineered to capture the intrinsic joy of driving through precise, instantaneous responses to even the smallest throttle and steering inputs,” reads the latest press release.
Along with these hopeful proclamations, the new gallery of photos show the FT-86 Concept with a selection of Toyota's past sports cars, including the AE-86, Celica and Supra. All we can hope is that the car is more like the former and less like the latter two.
More: Toyota FT-86 to Bring Back Spirit of AE-86 With Compact Size, Light Weight and Balanced Chassis on AutoGuide.com
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Geneva 2010: Toyota FT-86 Concept… Still A Concept |
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Mar 01, 2010 - 1:45 PM - by Administrator
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Despite rumors that the Toyota FT-86 Concept would debut at the Geneva Auto Show in production form, it appears as though that isn’t the case. As the very first thing show-goers will see when they enter Hall 4 at Europe’s most prestigious motor show, its obvious the importance that Toyota places on this vehicle – a model that could help rebrand the Japanese automaker while giving it some much-needed positive PR.
The rumors of a redesign are also false, which is probably a good thing as the car probably couldn’t get much better looking.
More: Geneva 2010: Toyota FT-86 Concept… Still A Concept on AutoGuide.com
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