Lexus introduces the second generation of luxury utility vehicle (LUV) GX460 for the 2010 markets. The figure is claimed one more powerful, more efficient, quieter, and more luxurious than it replaces GX470. Then, after a significant development, this luxury SUV equipped with 10 airbags and pre-collision system. (more…)
Kia Motors America (KMA) goes extreme in Sin City with its in-booth activities and tricked-out concept vehicles for the 2008 SEMA Show. Appealing to aftermarket fanatics and concept car enthusiasts alike, KMA dials in the DJ-spun tunes for a sweet showing of the following concepts: (more…)
Most of the major manufacturers have focused on-road performance, so when we looked at what was available in off-road truck performance, it was somewhat limited,’ said Mark Grueber, Ford product marketing manager for pickups and large SUVs. ‘This was the perfect opportunity for Ford to further differentiate the F-150 from other trucks on the market. (more…)
The original Kia Sorento was a ‘landmark’ vehicle which took the Korean brand into a whole new section of the automotive market all around the world. Introduced in 2002, it marked a huge step for Kia, challenging many established 4×4 and SUV brands and starting the process of changing public perception of Kia as a ‘maker of small cars.’ (more…)
The CX-7 debuted back in 2007 and this year it receives its first batch of significant updates. For 2010, in addition to updated front and rear styling and some shuffling of the standard and optional features, the CX-7 gets a new “SV” base trim level as well as a new 2.5-liter, naturally aspirated four-cylinder engine that develops 161 horsepower. The turbocharged 244-hp 2.3-liter engine is still available, and this year Mazda raised the turbo engine’s fuel economy a bit by making a few engineering tweaks. (more…)
