Tokyo/Cologne (dpa) – Japanese carmaker Toyota has treated the plug-in hybrid Prius to a facelift, three years after the European market debut of the current model.
A restyled lower grille along with LED daytime running lights and new positions for the fog lamps are the most striking changes to the front of the hatchback. New rear lights have also been added.
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Seoul (dpa) – The new Kia Soul crossover vehicle has been given a thorough makeover, with improvements to its design, technology and equipment.
Modifications to the front and rear emphasize the car’s individual character. The front has been extended by 15 millimetres, giving it a more bullish look.
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Aston Martin which initially got notices with the 6.0 litre DBS which we saw in the Quantum of Solace, is reportedly set to unveil a new eco-friendly Supermini in the car scene soon. The 1.0 hatchback which they are calling the Cygnet which accelerate from 0 to 60 seconds in 14.7 seconds. Whoa!
The car will be eligible for the cheapest tax band thanks to its low emissions. The car is based on Toyota’s IQ city car but is given the Aston Martin makeover with a sporty grille, alloy wheels, and luxury interior.
The Cygnet will cost a fraction of its high-powered siblings, such as the £160,000 DBS, by selling for around the £20,000 mark.
(Source) Telegraph
