If sources are right then Mitsubishi is thinking hard about offering a ‘jacked-up’ version of the Lancer Sportback to the international markets come 2010. The new model will be built with a restyled fascia, higher ride height, and protective body panels. These body panels are almost identical to the ones that can be found on the older Subaru Outback and Audi Allroad.
This week the British Motor Show played host to new cars, classic cars, sports cars, economical cars, and of course new concepts eager to show off their goods. The crowds flocked to see all that was being shown - which made for a good turnout.
Renault has made some great cars - but the new Megane R26.R is not one of these. It is true that it lapped the Nurburgring in 8:17 - which is a record for production FWD cars and made sure that people knew of this accomplishment by etching it in the rear windows.
The Tata Nano will be released to the market equipped with a standard 624cc gas engine that produces 30 horsepower and works with a 4-speed manual transmission. As we stare at those shockingly low numbers many of us are wondering what they are thinking. However, this car is perfect for those who only have to fork over $2,500 for a brand new car.
Toyota produced a noise cancelling system that will be used to make the interior of the Lexus silent in the near future. Microphones will be installed into the roof of the car which will detect ambient noise in the cabin. The speakers will then play back an opposing frequency that will be used to cancel the noise out.