Seoul – Kia has been awarded two top honors for its Picanto and Rio models in the 2012 red dot design competition.The five-door versions of Kia’s striking A-segment Picanto and B-segment Rio were both winners in red dot’s internationally-acclaimed ‘Product Design’ category, in a competition that saw more than 4,500 products entered by 1,800 manufacturers [...]

Seoul – Kia has been awarded two top honors for its Picanto and Rio models in the 2012 red dot design competition.The five-door versions of Kia’s striking A-segment Picanto and B-segment Rio were both winners in red dot’s internationally-acclaimed ‘Product Design’ category, in a competition that saw more than 4,500 products entered by 1,800 manufacturers [...]

Mazda’s All-New CX-5 will deliver a compelling mix of style and space when it joins the newly-classified medium SUV segment later this month.The Mazda CX-5 will be the first new entrant into the newly-classified medium SUV segment and with SUV buyers typically requiring ample space for a wide variety of uses, Mazda has designed the [...]

Toyota’s new Camry Hybrid has scored an impressive motoring trifecta with boosts to power, economy and value.As the flagship of the seventh-generation Camry range, the hybrid sedans deliver a power surge of 7.8 per cent over their predecessors, with a fuel-economy improvement of up to 17 per cent on the city cycle. Camry Hybrid now [...]

A new V8 petrol engine, advanced off-road technology and updates to styling and equipment extend LandCruiser 200 wagon reputation as “king off the road” (LandCruiser Sahara shown).Toyota has heralded an affordable compact hybrid car that will cut fuel use and emissions in half without resorting to expensive technologies or manufacturing methods. Toyota’s iconic LandCruiser 200 [...]

The first two generations of the allroad quattro from the years 2000 and 2006 were winners, and Audi hopes to build on this success with the third generation. Universally talented, the new A6 allroad quattro extends the range of uses for the A6 Avant because when the asphalt ends, it just keeps on driving. Performance [...]

The new SL from Mercedes-Benz offers considerably more sportiness and comfort than-its successful predecessor, setting new benchmarks in the luxury roadster segment. Add to this absolute suitability for everyday use – making it an unparalleled all-rounder amongst sports cars. In short: anyone who talks about the new SL is talking about passionate, refined motoring of [...]

Toyota Motor Philippines unveils a new edition of the country’s best selling commercial vehicle; the new Innova. Expressinga bolder design with the same top-notch quality to offer, the new Innova is ready to take on Philippine roads.Since its first appearance in 2005,the Innova has provided customers with a comfortable, dynamic and affordable MPV that suits [...]

Torrance, Calif. – Toyota Motor Sales U.S.A., Inc., along with its agency of record, Saatchi & Saatchi LA, launched the marketing campaign for the Prius c, the newest member of the Prius Family. “The Game of Life with Prius c” demonstrates key vehicle attributes in a fun and approachable way that aims to appeal to [...]

Torrance, Calif. – As drivers endure the steady ascent of fuel prices nationally, Toyota, the most fuel-efficient full-line auto manufacturer in the United States, has strengthened its portfolio of efficient cars with five recently introduced vehicles that offer an average combined fuel economy of 44 mpg. The Scion iQ (EPA rated 37 mpg combined), Camry [...]