Volkswagen CrossBlue Concept

At the NAIAS in Detroit Volkswagen shows the BlueCross one midsize SUV study that might go soon in similar form in series.

Volkswagen shows the BlueCross an interesting study of a mid-size SUV that is tailored especially for the American market. The design of the diesel plug-in hybrid SUV shows the new Volkswagen design DNA and relies on some show effects. The "Cross Blue Glassflake" livery harmonizes with the 21 "alloy wheels and the many stainless steel applications to the body.

With a length of 498.7 cm and it extends beyond the Touareg, a space offer as in a van. To six individual seats, passengers have princely space, and a lot still remains a luggage capacity of 335 liters. Who is on the way to fourth, even has 812 liters of space, and after turning down the 2nd Rows of seats even 2,000 liters of volume available.

The interior not only offers plenty of space, but also with an exclusive design and modern forms. Framed in the center console is a 10.2-inch touchscreen display, which houses next to the Navi with new 3D display and a media library and displays the status of the hybrid system.

Driven the Volkswagen CrossBlue is a combination of a 190 hp (140 kW) TDI transmits its power through a 6-speed DSG transmission and two electric motors.

One electric motor is in the front of and has an output of 54 hp (40 kW), the others on the rear axle and provides 116 HP (85 kW). The system output of 305 hp (225 kW) provides acceleration from 0 to 100 km / h in 7.5 seconds, top speed is 204 km / h

For the VW BlueCross, various operation modes. In Sport mode, the three engines together so that an optimal power output is guaranteed, while the Eco mode, all systems are optimized for maximum efficiency.

In E mode can travel up to 33 kilometers purely on electricity, the top speed is here at 120 km / h The large 9.8 kWh battery can also be loaded by pressing a button while driving the TDI engine, so then later again a pure electric driving is possible.

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2013 Subaru Viziv Concept

Subaru shows at the Geneva Motor Show, the boxer diesel hybrid study "VIZIV".

By Subaru Viziv Concept shows a possible driving of the future generation. The compact crossover model not only has a futuristic styling, the technology is already tomorrow.

Although Peugeot has been for some time on a combination of diesel and electric motor, but Subaru would bring the first boxer diesel with hybrid drive on the market.

The proven 2.0-liter boxer diesel engine is supported in the case of the study VIZIV of three electric motors. So, for example, in city traffic purely electric operation should be possible.

On the highway or at rapid acceleration then the boxer diesel and electric motors work together to deliver sporty performance.

As usual with Subaru models, the Subaru VIZIV has permanent four-wheel drive, which would allow officials to move forward away from paved roads.

The interior of the study is also designed very futuristic and aims to show how a Subaru interiors might look in the future. To get ready for production of VIZIV However, it will still take some time, as a show car but it has certainly done good service.

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Chevrolet Camaro Red Zone Concept

A design statement achieved with current and future accessories is the inspiration for the Camaro Red Zone Concept. It uses the Camaro convertible’s style to demonstrate what’s possible with a carefully selected collection of accessories – and it debuts a new, heritage-inspired stripe graphic that will be available soon. The result is a tasteful combination that blends contemporary style with a classic flair.

Chevrolet Camaro Red Zone Concept highlights:

• New-for-2012 model year Crystal Claret exterior color with black convertible tonneau cover
• Chevrolet Accessories 21×8.5-inch silver/polished-face wheels
• Silver heritage stripe
• Chevrolet Accessories body-color grille and convertible wind screen
• Suspension lowering kit by Pedders (Chevrolet Official Licensed Product)
• Concept polished strut tower brace
• Concept “RS” underhood liner
• Titanium leather interior with Silver Ice accents
• Black soft instrument panel insert
• Chevrolet Accessories Silver Ice door and instrument panel inserts
• Chevrolet Accessories floor mats with silver “CAMARO” logos

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Audi A2 Concept looking nice

The second generation of Audi A2 according to the original plans were to be classified as a B-segment cars in this class to include the include Fiat Punto and the Hyundai i20. When this place was occupied by the A1 model, the manufacturer decided to use a small gap, which formed between him and A3.

It is known already part of the engine range, from which customers can choose. The basic paradigm will be equipped with an engine 1.4 TFSI 122 hp. You will be also strengthened version to 180 hp

The weakest diesel available with the new Audi is a known entity now 1.6 TDI 110 hp. Next to it will be a new 2-liter diesel engine producing 152 hp or 183 hp. The drive will provide six-speed manual or seven-speed, automatic DSG / S-Tronic.

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Lexus LF LC Blue Concept

At the Australian International Motor Show displays with the Lexus LF-LC Blue Concept another sports car study with hybrid drive.

Earlier this year, the Lexus LF-LC has celebrated its premiere at the Detroit Auto Show. With the Lexus LF-LC Blue now shows another version of his future supercar.

Even in Detroit, the LF-LC has made with its new design language for a lot of attention, the LF-LC Blue was now a little worse and provided with a opalblauen painting.

The drive was again revised, and the combination of combustion engine and electric motor reaches now a system output of 500 hp (372 kW), making it the most powerful engine of Lexus hybrid.

For the Lexus LF-LC Blue was also the interior slightly revised and now appears in a perfect blend of sportiness and luxury. Also new are the twin 12.3 "LCD screen to inform the driver about the navigation, radio, or drive mode.

For complex inputs, there is also a fold-out touch-screen keyboard, which is designed to facilitate and speed up the input.

Finest leather seats and brushed aluminum inserts complement the exclusive feeling inside. The next evolution of the LF-LC shows that Lexus is serious and already at an upcoming auto shows a production version of the hybrid sports car could be seen.

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Honda Urban SUV Concept

Honda is the Urban SUV Concept overlooks a small crossover model, which comes in 2014 in the North America and European market.

The "Urban SUV Concept" is the first vehicle that is based on Hondas new global platform for small and compact models. The design also shows the path of the next Honda models. It combines familiar stylistic elements with a clear and dynamic lines.

With its compact dimensions like Honda attract customers, especially in urban areas, who prefer a slightly higher seating position, but still want a compact car.

Driven is the Honda Urban SUV Concept of the new Honda engine and drive-generation "Earth Dreams Technology" which will combine driving pleasure and efficiency perfectly.

The interior of the Urban SUV Concept will be highly variable and are very spacious. Although the crossover model is still dubbed a concept car, it almost certainly shows the final product. Honda and Acura have the last Measure repeatedly presented concept cars that are only a few months later left with only a few changes of detail in series.

After all, should the Honda Urban SUV Concept 2013 still be available in Japan from 2014, then in North America and Europe.

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Lost Show Concept Cars 1956

The 1956 Eldorado Brougham prototype underwent several modifications. Presumably it was eventually scrapped.

For 1956, four Cadillac "Mood Cars" were exhibited on auto show circuit. This one is the Castilian. The Starlight Silver car had an interior upholstered in black and white calfskin with silver nylon. Of the four show cars only the Maharani is known to still exist.

The Gala was a pearlescent white Sedan de Ville with pearl-white leather, satin, and nylon interior; carpeting was white mouton. Armrests in the front doors housed small umbrellas with silver and rhinestone covered handles.

The Western-themed Palomino was created from a Series 62 convertible and featured a metallic beige exterior along with a tan leather and calfskin hide interior.

The 1956 Oldsmobile Golden Rocket has been rumored to still exist.

Another 1956 concept car rumored to still exist is this car, the Pontiac Club de Mer.

The 1956 Chevrolet Corvette Impala was reportedly scrapped. What a shame if true. Some of its styling features appeared in production on the 1958 Impala.

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