If on European market Hyundai is doing very well, just as most markets in the world, in Japan the Korean manufacturer has sales so low that he decided to leave this market, announces Automotive News. Failure is explained by the negative image of Korean cars in Japan. Hyundai withdraw from…
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Japan is famous for a whole range of engineering feats and accomplishments. Indeed, one of its most prosperous industries is that of car manufacturing. The world has seen and still enjoys some truly incredible Japanese motors, but which ones can lay claim to the most recognisable, the most famous exports…
I know that many of you love reading articles about cars and want to be in touch with all news on auto market, but I don’t know how many of you know that the Asian cars market is one of the most important all over the World. Asian cars represent…
Some say that the future belongs to electric cars and natural resources like oil is smaller from year to year probably are right. Unfortunately, the market entry of such a vehicle is expected to leave. Of the several models launched by the different corners of the world, none managed to…
After being officially disclosed to the Auto Salon in Paris, the dealer version of the model Mazda MX-5 arrived in Japanese showrooms. Known in Japan as the Roadster model, it costs between 2,330,000 and 2,600,000 yen for the soft top version and between 2,680,000 and 2,950,000 yen for the version…
Surfing the net I've found an interesting blog with service manuals for cars. Go check it out, you can also find manuals for old cars.
The new car market in the UK is home to a wide selection of makes and models, and each of them has its own group of loyal consumers. While there are individual groups that tend to prefer German vehicles, perhaps, or those made in France, it seems just about every…
Vehicle crime has been a major issue for many decades, and the authorities in all areas of Europe are fully aware of the need to trace cars quickly after they have been stolen. It’s become increasingly common for high end autos to be spirited away and transported to other countries…
This year is the 40th Tokyo Motor Show edition and it will be held at Makuhari Messe, in Chiba City, from 26th October to 11th November. So, 17 days full of great models and new appearances. The most interesting part of this year edition will be the “CARS FROM THE…
Japanese people invented the Musical Road! I know that Japan is the country with the most interesting inventions, but a Musical Road !?! In Japan there are three road portions in three different locations which have this property. Small portions on the road are making different sounds when a car…
What else you can see at the Tokyo Auto Salon, 2007 than beautiful cars? Tree Asian cars are on display this year for Charge Speed. The Impreza body kit was designed for the younger crowd, but the newly designed body kits for the Skyline and the Z are geared towards…
Designed to compete with the likes of Aurion, Accord, Altima V6 and Maxima, Hyundai Azera wasn’t a success for its brand. Hyundai considered the Azzera as a flagship model, but the Genesis came along with the next generation Sonata wiping out everything in their way. In the Middle East Hyundai…
The tuning prepared for supercar Nissan GT-R is richer with a new aerodynamic kit. It comes from the Japanese company Abflug and consists of an extension for the spoiler, the thresholds for lateral extension and rear spoiler included speaker. Also, future customers may opt for a new aileron of carbon…
The Chinese manufacturer, Landwind told that it will launch two of their models in the UK, next spring. Paul William declared that Expedition 4x4 and Fashion MPV have passed the European type approval tests, which are required for mass- market sales. It seems that Chinese cars have suffered hundred of…
Communism work now on wheels, a Chinese extremely passionate about the phenomenon of auto museum opened in Beijing Chinese Classics machines, in which approximately 170 are housed in vintage cars from around the world. But for a special occasion fulfillment of 60 years of its establishment Republic of China, on…
All this madness called tuning the wording and the world of hybrids. And after all why do not you fret a hybrid? For all cars and hybrids are. Boring machines, it is true ... Take for example the new Lexus RX, which has just been modified by the Japanese from…
Japan will receive the Civic Square's 3D from Europe, exactly from Great Britain. It is the Civic Type-R model, only. The model will carry, among other, the nickname of "Euro", and can be ordered in a very limited number. Although ironic that the domestic Japanese market import a car made…
Interesting Asian car tuning show! Asian Car Special 2007 [tags]cars,asian cars,car tuning,show,video[/tags]
Japanese vehicles are better regarding their performances on air pollution and the German producers are getting behind on this chapter. With economical models regarding fuel consumption and gas emissions, and less noisy, Honda, Toyota, Daihatsu and Mazda dominate at this chapter. In a top of the most efficient vehicles regarding…
Kia is not just a fuel-efficient car, because in the near future the brand plans to integrate in the vehicle lineups a start-stop engine. That means if somebody is stuck in traffic jam, thanks to this start-stop engine, the driver can automatically restart the power plant when the brake or…
Japanese manufacturer Nissan has made for the European trademark office first sketches of the future 370Z Roadster, and they escaped on the Internet. Like predecessor, 350Z Roadster, Convertible version of the new Z will be equipped with an electrically operated roof textiles. Of course, the new 370Z Roadster will have…
A series of recent information indicates that Toyota Company has big plans on the model Prius. Therefore, new versions of the model are in the design phase, of which mention a pickup based on the concept A-BAT and a Prius Coupe. Regarding Coupe version, it will have the main competitor…
Korean manufacturer Hyundai has revealed two sketches with the future generation of the model Equus. The new flagship of the Koreans will start in 2010 and will have rear drive and automatic transmission with 8 steps. Under the hood we find a V8 engine of 4.6 liters, later will be…
Nice video with cool music presenting some tuning cars from Asian Car Special, 2007. Asian Car Special 2007 [tags]cars,Asian car,special,Asian car videos,car tuning[/tags]
The Suzuki Aerio is a surprisingly fun and enjoyable car, even though, in some ways, it's a throwback. The interior is refreshingly spartan, without such frills as a covered center console or power leather seats, but it's clean and well executed, with an incredibly high roof providing a sense of…
The V6 engine of the Fairlady Z (as it is called the 350Z in Japan) in the 380RS-Competition variant, realized by NISMO has a bigger cylinder capacity, of 3.8 liter. NISMO hasn’t changed only the engine. NISMO also modified the interior, some aerodynamic elements, suspension and the braking system. The…
Nissan explains this is a ‘new view’ of the firm’s vision for future city-based transport. Electrically powered, the Nuvu previews technology due to be shown in production form next year. That much rumored electric vehicle will be bigger than the 2+1 Nuvu, which is designed as a city runabout. There’s…
Some complete photos of Mazda's Furai have been released and we can't wait for more thorough details when it gets an official debut at Detroit. Mazda Furai is built up on a Courage chassis that Mazda ran in the American Le Mans Series a few seasons back. But wait, it…
The Lexus IS F was recently launched in Europe and the States following the successful introduction to its native Japan last year where it is going head to head with the likes of the BMW M3 and Mercedes C63 AMG. Despite a pretty formidable package under the hood where you…
The Honda's Ecological Drive Assist System was presented in LA last week and now, Honda released images of the Japanese Insight's EDAS which the color-changing speedometer background, that is used in the system's guidance function. If the color behind the number is green, you're driving efficiently and when you're driving…
Nissan has revealed the first official details and photos well-waited GT-R SpecV, a model that will be available on sale in Japan starting with next month, at a price of 15750000 yen (equivalent to U.S. dollars 171797.33 and 126512.34 euros). As the normal SpecV suffered a series of improvements, the…
Nissan takes global warming seriously and unveils its new electric car with zero emissions of carbon dioxide-based platform and inspired by the EV model Tiida. The engine is a Li-Ion battery which develops 80kW or 109CP and a torque of 280Nm. Impressive, huh? Braking system to refresh the battery performance…
Mazda has chosen the Auto Salon in Los Angeles for this new generation of the Mazda3 model, the Berlin version. The new generation, known in Japan as the Axela, presents a completely new design from the version released after five years and illustrates the evolution of the spirit of "Zoom-Zoom".…
Even if the Auto Salon in Paris draws all eyes on you, we need to do and we changed cars. And in this case, we present the Nissan GT-R "shaved". As you can see from these pictures, the owner dropped the aileron and logo with Nissan on the trunk. But…
At the 2008 Tokyo Auto Salon, Mugen are showcasing an Inspire with the their new range of upgraded parts. We observe the upgraded body-kit which exaggerates the Inspire's styling. This includes a front grill, front spoiler, side skirts, rear spoiler and an oversize rear wing. Performance upgrades are limited, but…
Toyota’s economy appears to recover from the great shock that devastated Japan this spring. So starting new and appealing projects is the best way to leave behind a crucial moment. The 2012 Toyota Camry is a clear statement that Toyota is back on its feet and is doing really well.…
In 2008, Romanian customer preferences for cars seem to change in favor non-European marks, the Asian, to be exact. While Renault, Volkswagen and Peugeot have lost this year, significant percentages of market share, brands such as Mazda, Kia and Mitsubishi models sold in Romania , better than ever. Mazda managed…
Honda tested their new supercar Honda HSV at the Super GT Race Circuit where they have found what improvements should bring to it. Honda HSV Race Car It seems that the street version will be different from the circuit one, because it will not have a central engine, but one…
Subaru Impreza WRX STI has now 20 years of existence and with this occasion the Japanese manufacturer has launched a limited edition of 300 copies on the market in Japan. Subaru Impreza WRX STI 20th Anniversary Subaru Impreza WRX STI 20th anniversary comes with a new set of dampers, while…
With Toyota you feel that there is a human touch! At least that is what they tell us! :) Toyota- Human touch [tags]Asian cars,Toyota,human touch,video[/tags]
Subaru has announced models that will come at the Geneva Motor Show in 2010 and, along Hybrid Tourer concept will be presented in the first European tuning show; Japanese car manufacturer announced it will present the new Subaru Impreza XV. Subaru Impreza XV Subaru Impreza XV is based on model…
Sung Hyun Kim Honda Play Concept was an inspiration that came about from the Iphone. The cars model resembles that of the phone. Its design and features too look like those of the phone. The cars that have been created with the same concept are all convertibles. They are displayed…
The Acura CL is manufactured by Honda Acura brand and can be known as a replacement for Acura Legend Coupe. Acura CL can offer a combination between luxury and sport models. The CL was the first model from Acura which was built in the United States. Acura CL First generation…
As the “green” cars number is getting bigger, the ASI tuner chooses to offer on the actual market the ASI Green subdivision. Well, for the moment the ASI tuner is prepared only for Toyota Prius and they didn’t offer that many information. They probably will offer new body-kit, ECU re-writes,…
The new family member of Suzuki is Kizashi sedan, which was officially presented in Detroit, USA. Built in the factory in Sagara, Japan, Suzuki new model will have two versions of traction - or face AWD. The car will be available in one variant of the engine - 2.4 DOHC.…
The Suzuki SX4 is the latest in a series of possible comeback cars from a company most Americans are only dimly aware of. The little car is available in more varieties than many bigger sellers, offering among other things a wagon/hatchback variant and all wheel drive; but more than anything,…
Suzuki Pixy is a highly maneuverable one seat car and represents the future of mobility in busy cities. You can use this car to take a short journey, but for a long journey 2 Pixys can pair with the Suzuki Sharing Coach (SSC). Amazing car sharing. Suzuki Pixy is powered…
With brash styling, a new engine and great suspension the Mistubishi Lancer Evo-X is one of the most exciting sedans to hit the market in 2008. Part of that excitement is also the price. The base-level GSR will come in at $34,000 and come with 295-hp and 300-ft.lbs. of torque.…
What is is about the Datsun 280 ZX? Well, you better take a look of its commercial and you will find out! Datsun 280 ZX [tags]datsun,datsun 280 zx,commercial,video,asian cars[/tags]