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Tokyo 2011: Nissan Pivo 3 EV Concept

At the Tokyo Motor show, Nissan displayed its Pivo 3 electric vehicle concept. The small, 1+2 compact EV is intended for urban use, and was built as a more “realistic” concept car in terms of usability.

By John Beltz Snyder | December 05, 2011
Tokyo 2011: Nissan Leaf Nismo Concept

Nissan is expanding its performance brand, Nismo, and the Leaf concept follows the Juke Nismo concept’s debut at the Tokyo Motor Show.

By John Beltz Snyder | December 05, 2011
Tokyo 2011: Volkswagen Cross Coupe Concept

Volkswagen has debuted its Cross Coupe concept at the Tokyo Motor Show. The compact, four-door, all-wheel-drive SUV features plug-in hybrid technology. Powered by two electric motors and a direct-injection gasoline engine, it offers up to 25 miles of pure electric range.

By John Beltz Snyder | November 30, 2011
Tokyo 2011: Honda EV-Ster Concept

Today, at the Tokyo Motor Show, Honda unveiled its small electric sports concept, called EV-Ster.

By John Beltz Snyder | November 30, 2011
Tokyo 2011: Nissan Previews Juke Nismo Concept

Just before its premiere at the Tokyo Motor Show, Nissan has previewed the exciting Juke Nismo Concept. It takes the the popular, young compact crossover, and makes it even more in tune with the enthusiast mindset and driving style.

By John Beltz Snyder | November 29, 2011
LA 2011: Volkswagen Beetle R Concept

Volkswagen brought a Beetle R Concept to the LA Auto show. You know, like the Golf R, only a Beetle, and just a concept.

By John Beltz Snyder | November 17, 2011
LA 2011: Nissan Reveals NV Food Truck Concepts

OK, now we’re hungry. Nissan has brought a couple food truck concepts, based on its NV2500 High Roof commercial van, to the LA Auto Show.

By John Beltz Snyder | November 17, 2011
Review: 2013 Mazda CX-5

This is the Master Landing Page for the Mazda CX-5. From now on, as we further review this car, we will be updating this page with whatever fresh content we create. Future drive reviews, updated specifications, videos, and other relevant information will all be found right here, in one convenient spot.

By Winding Road Staff | November 17, 2011
LA 2011: Subaru Reveals BRZ STI – Concept

We already knew about it a few weeks back, but short of one rear three-quarter shot, we had no clue what it looked like. That’s changed now, with Subaru releasing images of the BRZ STI – Concept. This concept gives us the first clear look at the face of Subaru’s version of the Scion FR-S/Toyota FT-86. For more details on the BRZ STI, check out our original posting, here.

By Brandon Turkus | November 16, 2011
LA 2011: Buick LaCrosse GL Concept

Buick’s bringing a concept to the Los Angeles Auto Show, but rather than some swoopy, futuristic deal that runs on recycled rubber ducks, it’s a very plush version of the LaCrosse sedan.

By Brandon Turkus | November 09, 2011
SEMA 2011: Roush RS3 Focus Concept

While Roush may be best known for their NASCAR efforts, along with a large stable of modified Mustangs and the occasional F-150, the brand isn’t averse to trying new things. This time around they’ve turned to the new Focus five-door, and created the Roush RS3 Focus Concept.

By Brandon Turkus | November 02, 2011
LA 2011: Subaru BRZ Concept – STI

We’re getting closer and closer to the start of the 2011 Los Angeles Auto Show, and with it, the official unveiling of the hotly anticipated rear-wheel-drive Subaru BRZ (and its platform mate, the Scion FR-S/Toyota FT-86). In the mean time, Subaru has released this teaser of an STI-ified version of the BRZ.

By Brandon Turkus | November 01, 2011
Frankfurt 2011: Frankfurt Auto Show Wrap-Up

As quickly as it began, the first media day of the 2011 Frankfurt Auto Show is over. This year’s show featured no shortage of concept cars, including one designed by a racecar driver. As for production metal, there seemed to be something for everyone: exotics, hybrids, station wagons, SUVs, GTs, and sports cars were all well represented at this years show.

By Brandon Turkus | September 13, 2011
Frankfurt 2011: Kia GT Concept

Kia has just unveiled a seriously good looking concept at the 2011 Frankfurt Auto Show. Called simply GT, it’s a significant departure from anything we’ve seen from the South Korean manufacturer before.

By Brandon Turkus | September 13, 2011
Frankfurt 2011: Ford Fiesta ST Concept

Yes, it is a concept, but come on, it looks pretty much production ready. There is none of the concept car bling. Wheels are seventeen-inch alloys, not twenty-inch forged magnesium pieces that cost a small fortune. It has mirrors, not cameras. Even the body kit looks decidedly subdued. No, if there was a definition for “thinly veiled production car, ” this would be it.

By Brandon Turkus | September 13, 2011
Frankfurt 2011: Audi A2 Concept

Unlike the low-slung Audi e-tron concept cars, the A2 Concept takes the idea of pure-electric mobility, and drops it in a body that is just under 150 inches long, 66 inches wide, and only 58 inches tall. Despite the compact space, Audi still claims the A2 will comfortably seat four, all while running on electrons.

By Brandon Turkus | September 07, 2011
Frankfurt 2011: Jaguar C-X16 Concept

We aren’t sure what excites us more about the Jaguar C-X16 Concept: the fact that it’s a pure two-seater (as opposed to the two-plus-two XK), the overall look, or the fact that it has a blown V-6 that’s aided by a push-to-pass-equipped hybrid drivetrain.

By Brandon Turkus | September 07, 2011
Frankfurt 2011: Ford Evos Concept

Ahead of its debut at the Frankfurt Motor Show, Ford has released images and details of its Evos concept car. This pug-in hybrid showcases Ford’s new global design language, as well as a suite of new technology and an engaging driving experience.

By John Beltz Snyder | August 31, 2011
Frankfurt 2011: Land Rover DC100 Concept

Scheduled to debut at the 2011 Frankfurt Motor Show in a few weeks, the DC100’s styling seems to have been influenced by the upcoming Range Rover Evoque, ditching the current vehicles upright front fascia, in favor of a slightly curvier look. The concept also looks to be available with a contrasting roof, similar to the Evoque.

By Brandon Turkus | August 31, 2011
Cadillac Ciel Concept Is A Four-Seat Convertible

Cadillac has revealed its Ciel concept car, a four-seat convertible hybrid inspired by the Californa coast.

By John Beltz Snyder | August 26, 2011
Caddy Gets A Volt: Production Cadillac ELR Announced

Drawing inspiration from its Converj concept car (pictured), Cadillac has announced that it will be moving forward on a production version of a range-extended electric vehicle dubbed the ELR.

By Seyth Miersma | August 18, 2011

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