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Honda Micro Commuter Prototype closer to reality
Honda and the City of Saitama in Saitama Prefecture, Japan today began discussion of field tests of the Micro Commuter Prototype, Honda’s micro-sized EV model. The testing will begin this fall, to be conducted jointly with the City of Saitama. Saitama City’s council for promoting the use of micro-sized electric mobility products submitted the application to the Ministry of Land, Infrastructure, Transport and Tourism (MLIT) that was publicly seeking projects to promote the introduction of micro-sized mobility. The MLIT adopted this project on June 28, 2013.

Chevrolet Camaro Hot Wheels Edition meets American Football in Europe
A great atmosphere, an exciting game, cheerleading performances and special effects displays – this is what fans of the American way of life were treated to on Sunday, July 14, at the National Stadium in Warsaw, during the SuperFinal VIII of the Polish League of American football.

Ford Transit Connect to offer improved fuel economy
The all-new Ford Transit Connect, launched later this year, will offer best-in-class fuel efficiency, with the Transit Connect ECOnetic model delivering a 34 per cent improvement versus the current model. In a second breakthrough in the quest for minimal cost of ownership, Transit Connect delivers a higher 4.9 per cent residual value on the equivalent outgoing model.

Peugeot 2008 receives 1300 orders in the UK
Today’s the day when Peugeot 2008 goes on sale in the UK. Even before it has arrived in UK showrooms, more than 1,300 orders for the car have been placed.

The Nissan Leaf – an excellent electric vehicle
Unbeknownst to many, Nissan actually has a rather chequered past when it comes to producing electric vehicles. Previous attempts began back in 1995 with the Prairie EV, followed by the equally unsuccessful Alanta EV and Hypermini products. The turning point was in 2005 with the Pivo and Pivo2 offerings which laid the foundations for what we see now – the Nissan Leaf. The Green Insurance Company offers electric car insurance if you are thinking about going “green†on the roads, so with that in mind let’s see what the Nissan Leaf 2011 as to offer.

Range Rover Evoque Convertible will go to production
Land Rover gives a green light to the convertible SUV Range Rover Evoque Convertible. You can expect that model already in 2014.

SIN R1: a Corvette-powered Supercar
Before you think that the SIN R1 is just another super car from some unheard workshop, take a look at the performance sheet.

Nissan GT-R Alpha Omega is the fastest and quickest Godzilla in the world (Video)
Nissan GT-R Alpha Omega has gained the title of the world’s quickest and fastest R35 after running the quarter mile in just 7.894 seconds at 299.49 km/h.

Audi R10 Concept – a Spanish design study
A young designer from Spain named Cava who recently graduated from the Universidad Politecnica de Valencia has created the Audi R10 Concept as a design study.

Hyundai Veloster Zombie Survival Machine – the ultimate car for gamers unveiled at Comic-Con
Hyundai has unveiled at this year San Diego Comic-Con the new Veloster Zombie Survival Machine. The new car was developed by Galpin Auto Sports in collaboration with South-Korean carmaker, The Walking Dead and Future US.