Mini has already announced that it will be showcasing the Mini John Cooper Works GP Concept at the 2018 New York Auto Show. However, it has sprung a surprise with the unveiling of the Classic Mini Electric model, which will also be showcased at New York. This is basically an original Mini turned into an electric vehicle (EV). We have no doubts this iconic small car with modern mechanicals will be just as fun to drive as the original, if not more. Mini intends to send out a loud and clear message about retaining the brand's character while embracing modern technology. Now, before you go running to a Mini dealership with your chequebook, you should also know that there will only ever be one Classic Mini Electric ever made. We checked. There have already been reports claiming that the Mini brand will only stick to EVs in the near future, and the Classic Mini Electric comes as evidence. The Classic Mini Electric is the company's second step towards electrification after the Mini Electric … [Read more...] about 2018 New York Auto Show: Classic Mini Electric unveiled
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Toyota RAV4 tiba di New York
Toyota RAV4 2019 serba baru akhirnya ditunjukkan di New York International Auto Show 2018, dan ia adalah model generasi yang kelimat (XA50). Banyak pembaharuan yang diberi pada model ini, dan ia bermula dengan pakej enjin. Dua pilihan enjin disediakan pada RAV4 baru untuk Amerika Utara, dan kedua-duanya adalah unit Dynamic Force 2.5 liter. Yang pertama adalah model petrol biasa yang dipadankan dengan transmisi automatik lapan kelajuan Direct Shift, manakala satu lagi adalah model hibrid (Toyota Hybrid System II atau THS II) yang dipadankan dengan transmisi CVT elektronik (ECVT). Pasaran lain seperti Australia pula akan mendapat pilihan enjin 2.0 liter. Model yang dilengkapi dengan pacuan semua roda boleh dipasang dengan Dynamic Torque Vectoring All-Wheel Drive serta Rear Driveline Disconnect, yang mana ia dapat menghantar 50% tork enjin ke roda belakang, serta mengagihkannya sama ada ke roda kiri atau kanan apabila perlu. Bila AWD tidak diperlukan (seperti atas lebuh raya), penggunaan … [Read more...] about Toyota RAV4 tiba di New York
2018 New York Auto Show: Jaguar F-Type SVR, I-Pace and the Range Rover SV Coupe to be showcased
Earlier this month, it was all about the Geneva Motor Show where a range of concepts were previewed. And now we move onto the New York Motor Show, that generally has a large number of production cars compared to the concepts. The 2018 New York Motor Show is scheduled take place between March 30 to Apr 8, 2018. Among the many car manufacturers, JLR will be presenting its F-Type SVR - the fastest version of the F-Type, all-electric I-Pace and also the limited-edition Range Rover SV Coupe. Jaguar F-Type SVR In its "regular" version, the Jaguar F-Type comes with a 3.0-litre V6 that makes 340PS and generates 450Nm of torque with a claimed 0?100 kmph in 5.3s. Then there is a more powerful version of this unit that produces 380PS/460Nm and does 0-100kmph in 4.9s. The Jaguar F-Type SVR is powered by a 5.0-litre V8 that makes an impressive 550PS/680Nm and does 0-100kmph in a claimed 4.1s. And lastly there is a higher output version of the same engine that makes 575PS and 700Nm that Jaguar … [Read more...] about 2018 New York Auto Show: Jaguar F-Type SVR, I-Pace and the Range Rover SV Coupe to be showcased
New York Motor Show: 2019 Honda Insight hybrid with 23.3kmpl fuel economy to be showcased
Honda Motor Co is set to showcase the 2019 Honda Insight hybrid at the upcoming 2018 New York Motor Show. While Honda had already showcased an early prototype of the Insight hybrid sedan at the 2018 Detroit Auto Show, this time it will be showcased in production-ready guise. The Honda Insight hybrid is being touted as a replacement for the Honda Civic hybrid in the US market. Honda claims that the Insight hybrid is capable of the 55mpg (23.3kmpl approximately). It comes powered by a 1.5-litre four-cylinder petrol engine, which is supplemented by an electric motor, which produces a combined 153PS and 267Nm. The Insight will be built at Honda's plant in the Greensburg, Indiana in the US. Honda had recently showcased its latest-gen Civic at the 2018 Auto Expo. The Insight receives a lithium-ion battery which is packaged under the rear seat. However, this battery pack isn't large enough to offer plug-in-like range, and the Insight operates as a series hybrid instead, just like the Toyota … [Read more...] about New York Motor Show: 2019 Honda Insight hybrid with 23.3kmpl fuel economy to be showcased
2019 Toyota Corolla Hatchback revealed before 2018 New York Auto Show debut
Toyota has revealed the new Corolla Hatchback before its official launch at the New York auto show this week. The Toyota Corolla Hatchback is based on Toyota's new Toyota New Global Architecture (TNGA) platform and is effectively the US-spec version of the Auris hatchback revealed at the Geneva Motor Show last month. The car is now 38.1mm longer, 30.4mm wider and 25.4mm lower than its predecessor with most of the length being added to the wheelbase. The car will be powered by a new 2.0-litre petrol motor in the US market. No power figures have been revealed but it is expected to be lighter, more powerful and more efficient than the present 1.8 petrol which is also found in the Indian-spec car. This engine will be paired with a new 6-speed manual with auto rev-matching or a new CVT automatic. The exterior design of the new car is more aggressive than the outgoing model, with LED lighting throughout, and follows the design language of its American market Camry and C-HR small SUV. … [Read more...] about 2019 Toyota Corolla Hatchback revealed before 2018 New York Auto Show debut