Lexus to Debut New Concept in Geneva |
- Lexus to Debut New Concept in Geneva
- How Good is a Subaru in the Snow?
- Nissan to Show New NISMO Model in Chicago
- 2016 Hyundai Tucson Teased Ahead of Geneva
- 2016 Nissan Maxima Fully Revealed
- 2016 Ford Focus RS Super Hatch Revealed
| Lexus to Debut New Concept in Geneva Posted: Share this Article The 2015 Geneva Motor Show will play host to the unveiling of a new Lexus concept. Alongside the LF-C2 concept and the new GS F, Lexus will unveil a new concept car. The brand did not drop any hints as to what the concept might be, only saying that it will be a world premiere. SEE ALSO: Lexus LF-LC Race Car is Brand's Vision Gran Turismo Concept A photo of the brand's Geneva show booth was released along with the announcement, showing an LFA on a large display screen next to the covered-up concept. Whatever it is, AutoGuide will be live at the show to cover all of the new car debuts. Discuss this story at our Lexus LF-LC Forum  |
| How Good is a Subaru in the Snow? Posted: Share this Article Subaru has earned a reputation for being one of the ultimate winter-friendly manufacturers. With a line-up made primarily of hatchbacks, sedans and crossovers that come standard with permanent all-wheel drive, it's easy to see how the manufacturer has earned its winter-warrior reputation. But just how much snow can a Subaru endure and does the Japanese brand live up to its perceived abilities? To find out, I've grabbed a 2015 Subaru Outback 3.6R Limited and plan to drive through as much snow as possible; for science of course. With the 3.6R, the base four-cylinder engine is tossed out and replaced by a 256 HP 3.6-liter six-cylinder unit paired to a continuously variable transmission. That may not sound like a lot of power for a nearly 190-inch long crossover, but the Outback does weigh a relatively svelte 3,810 lbs. SEE ALSO: 2015 Subaru Outback Consumer Review At the heart of the Outback's snow crawling ability is an active torque split all-wheel drive system that splits power 60%/40% front to rear, but can send more power to the rear wheels if front slip is detected. Taking things a step further, the Outback has Subaru's X-Mode that uses the AWD system and stability control system to further reduce individual wheel spin. But an AWD system is no good if the rest of the mechanics do not back it up. Here, the Outback is up to the task. Minimum ground clearance, like every Subaru crossover, measures at a high 8.7 inches. For reference, that's the same as the 2015 Jeep Cherokee's ground clearance. Skinny, high side-wall tires, like the Outback's 225/60R18 tires, excel in snowy conditions. A skinnier footprint can dig down through snow while a high side-wall provides extra tire flex and grip on uneven surfaces. Plus, the regular all-season tires have been swapped out for some winter rubber on my test vehicle. SEE ALSO: 2015 Subaru Outback Review Surviving winter is about more than just driving through the white stuff though. Keeping the driver comfortable, safe and aware of their surroundings is just as important. The Outback features heated seats, heated mirrors, a heated windshield and of course heated rear glass. And in case things do take a turn for the worse, the Outback comes with a high safety rating. So on paper the Outback looks like a winter winner. But how does it actually perform in harsh winter conditions? Well, today I'll find out as I take it through a series of snow challenges and report back live. Keep checking back here for updates and follow me on twitter @mikeschlee. Fast Facts:
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| Nissan to Show New NISMO Model in Chicago Posted: Share this Article Nissan has plans to add another performance oriented NISMO model to its ranks. At the upcoming Chicago Auto Show, Nissan will preview a "never-seen-before," NISMO model. The brand dropped no hints as to what it might be. It's possible that it will be the Versa Note NISMO which is already on sale in Japan or a production version of the Sentra NISMO Concept. If Nissan stays true to its word though, it will be something entirely new. This leaves possibilities open for a NISMO version of the Altima or maybe even a performance variant of one of the brand's crossovers. SEE ALSO: Nissan to Introduce more NISMO Models The car will be previewed at a special event on Wednesday, Feb.11 at 7pm.
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| 2016 Hyundai Tucson Teased Ahead of Geneva Posted: Share this Article Hyundai has a released a sketch to tease the upcoming 2016 Tucson. The new compact SUV will be revealed at the 2015 Geneva Motor Show with an all-new look that mimics the style of the larger Santa Fe. "The All-New Tucson has a bold and athletic presence and a proud stance," said Peter Schreyer, president and chief design officer of Hyundai. "Its design is characterized by flowing surfaces, bold proportions, sharp lines and most important our brand signature hexagonal grille." SEE ALSO: Hydrogen-Powered Hyundai Tucson Arrives in US Hyundai also announced that the new crossover will carry the Tuscon nameplate around the world, replacing the ix35 badge that it currently wears in Europe and other markets. The full debut of the new Tuscon will take place at the 2015 Geneva Motor Show on March 3rd, 2015. Discuss this story at our Hyundai Tucson Forum |
| 2016 Nissan Maxima Fully Revealed Posted: Share this Article Nissan has dropped a pair of new photos showing off the 2016 Maxima. The car was initially revealed during the brand's 2015 Super Bowl commercial but the short spot offered only a passing glance of the Maxima. Now we have a full view from the front and rear thanks to new photos. Details on the car are still in the dark, though all will be revealed at the 2015 New York Auto Show when the new Maxima makes its official debut in April.
Nissan calls the new Maxima its "four-door sports car," and rumor has it that a sportier model will be part of the 2016 Maxima lineup, using a 2.5-liter supercharged four-cylinder mated to an electric motor for V6-like performance. Discuss this story at our Nissan Maxima Forum |
| 2016 Ford Focus RS Super Hatch Revealed Posted: Share this Article Making all other hot hatches look just lukewarm, Ford has revealed its incredible new Focus RS super hatch. Co-developed with rally driver and stunt-man Ken Block, Ford has confirmed the new machine will make use of an exclusive 2.3-liter EcoBoost turbocharged 4-cylinder engine with "well over" 320-hp. Equipped with all-wheel drive, Ford developed an all-new setup for this new machine that can not only deliver power front to rear, but distribute it side-to-side at each axle. As a result, Ford says the car will be able to send 100% of its power to one rear wheel to help the RS rotate. SEE ALSO: Under $30,000 Performance Car Shootout Ford group vice president, Global Product Development, Raj Nair said the car will deliver "class leading cornering" and will ""virtually eliminate understeer" enabling over 1 g of cornering force. Better yet, Nair announced a feature that will allow the new Focus RS to achieve "controlled oversteer drifts." Part of Ford's new One Ford plan the car will, for the first time, be available not just in Europe, but also in North America and much to the excitement of performance car enthusiasts it will come with a six-speed manual transmission.
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