NEW Honda Skydeck MPV with scissor doors

NEW Honda Skydeck MPV  concept can seat 6 people in a three-row passenger configuration (2+2+2). Honda’s last 6-seater was the Honda Edix which has now been phased out, but that MPV had its 6 seats in a two row configuration, similiar to what Fiat did for their Multipla.

The styling cues are quite obviously inspired by the CR-Z, which leads me to believe this kind of look might become quite commonplace on future Hondas. The front doors
have a scissor hinge like a Lamborghini while the rear door is of the rearward-sliding variety. The powertrain is of course a hybrid but no further details have been revealed.

More will probably be disclosed at the Tokyo show next month, so stay tuned, but for now you can look after the jump for hi-res images.

Read more: http://paultan.org/#ixzz0Sf9D0Wax

Honda EV-N Concept: the retro-styled electric car

The Honda EV-N Concept is surprisingly retro-styled in a sea of very futuristic Honda concepts being released in the past 2 to 3 years. Like you can probably expect from its name, the EV-N Concept is an electric car, though for the moment Honda has not released any details on its motor and battery specifications. It’s probably got a pretty short range though, designed to be used for short commutes in cities like Tokyo.
The Honda EV-N Concept   Photo
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Subaru Impreza hatchback and sedan

Subaru Impreza hatchback and sedan -The latest model Subaru Impreza has been in our market for quite sometime now, but I don’t know about you but I have yet to see one on our road.
Perhaps I’ve just been in the wrong places at the wrong times. The previous generations on the other hand can be seen nearly once a day and it’s a joy to hear it burbling past, thanks to its turbocharged boxer engine.

SKODA SUPERB ESTATE REVIEW AND SPECIFICATION

This is SKODA SUPERB ESTATE REVIEW AND SPECIFICATION , A model with a Haldex developed four-wheel drive system is also expected to be available; speculation suggests it will be linked to the Superb's 3.6-litre V6 and the DSG gearbox to create a sports estate model.

Skoda it self  has not indicated at any prices, but expect the Superb wagon to start at around £17,000 when it goes on sale next year. This price would represent a significant saving over the £23,745 cost for a standard V70.

Specification

(all prices are presented to you in British Pounds)

Brand	Skoda
Model	Skoda Superb 4dr saloon
Edition	2.8 V6 Elegance
Engine (CC/Type)	2771/V6
Fuel Type	Unleaded
Price (In UK Pounds)	21,710
Adjustable Electric Steering	TBA
Adjustable Power Seats	standard
Adjustable Seat Height	standard
Adjustable Stearing Reach	standard
Adjustable Steering Height	standard
Air Conditioning	standard
Alarm	standard
Alloy Wheels	standard
Anti Lock Brakes	standard
Auto Gearbox	1200
Benefit in Kind	7441-7441
Body Type	Saloon
Braking Distance (metres)	TBA/TBA
Central Locking	standard
Climate Control	standard
CO2 Rating (Grams per Km)	233
Cruise Control	standard
Deadlocks	standard
Driven Wheels	Front
Driver Airbag	standard
Electric Front Windows	standard
Electric Mirrors	standard
Electric Sun Roof	500
Engine Position	F
Etched Windows	standard
Euro NCAP Rating	4
From 0 to 60 Mph (in seconds)	8
Front Headroom (mm)	955
Front Legroom (mm)	1075
Hands Free Phone	not available
Heated Mirrors	standard
Height (mm)	1469
Immobiliser	standard
Insurance Group	15
Kerb Weight (Kg)	1501
Leather Seats	500
Lenght (mm)	4803
Locking Wheel Nuts	standard
Manual Sunroof	not available
Manufacturers Warranty	3yr/60k + 3yr Paint + 10yr Perforation + 3yr Breakdown
Marked Parts	standard
Maximum Boot Space (Litres)	462
Maximum Power (Bhp/Rpm	190/6000
Maximum Speed (Mph)	147
Maximum Torque (Lb Ft / RPM)	207/3200
Metallic Paint	350
Miles Per Gallon (MPG) – Combined	29.1
Miles Per Gallon (MPG) – Extra Urban	39.2
Miles Per Gallon (MPG) – Urban	20
Minimum Boot Space (Litres)	462
Multi CD Player	standard
Number of Doors	4
Number of Seats	5
Passenger Airbag	standard
Pences per Mile	N/A
Percentage Charge	35-35
Percentage of Value Retained After 3 Years or 36.000 Miles	27
Power Steering	standard
Radio	not available
RDS Radio	standard
Rear Center 3 Point Belt	standard
Rear Headroom (mm)	885
Rear Kneeroom (mm)	830
Remote Locking	standard
Satellite Navigation (GPS)	1800
Seatbelt Tensioners	standard
Secure Spare Wheel	standard
Service Intervals	10000
Servicing Cost after 3 Years	N/A
Side Airbag	standard
Side Impact Bars	standard
Split or Fold Rear Seats	TBA
Tank Capacity in Gallons	12.1
Tax Payable at 22%	1637.02-3274.04
Tax Payable at 44%	1637.02-3274.04
Towing Weight (Kg)	1600
Traction Control	standard
Turning Circle (m)	11.8
Typical Contract Hire Rate (pcm)	N/A
Typical Insurance Quote	610
Unique Fit Radio	standard
Visible VIN (Vehicle Identification Number )	standard
Width (mm)	1765

RESULT MOTOGP CHAMPIONSHIP STANDING AUP AFTER INDIANA POLIS 2009

CLICK HERE for the 2009 MotoGP World Championship standings after round twelve, Sunday’s Indianapolis Grand Prix.

Brno MotoGP - End Race results

Race results from the Czech Republic Grand Prix at Brno, round eleven of the 2009 MotoGP World Championship.

* Jorge Lorenzo crashed out of the lead with five laps to go, just one lap after overtaking team-mate Valentino Rossi. Rossi’s title lead over Lorenzo has now doubled to 50 points.
* Mika Kallio and Marco Melandri collided on the penultimate lap while fighting for eighth.
* Third in the championship Casey Stoner has withdrawn from the next three events to try and cure the fatigue problems he has suffered at the last five rounds.
* Stoner’s place at Ducati Marlboro has been taken by Mika Kallio, whose own Pramac ride was handed to WSBK race winner Michel Fabrizio for Brno.

1. Valentino Rossi ITA Fiat Yamaha Team 43min 8.991 sec
2. Dani Pedrosa SPA Repsol Honda Team 43min 20.757 sec
3. Toni Elias SPA San Carlo Honda Gresini 43min 29.747 sec
4. Andrea Dovizioso ITA Repsol Honda Team 43min 30.409 sec
5. Loris Capirossi ITA Rizla Suzuki MotoGP 43min 30.529 sec
6. Nicky Hayden USA Ducati Marlboro Team 43min 34.535 sec
7. Colin Edwards USA Monster Yamaha Tech 3 43min 34.667 sec
8. Alex de Angelis RSM San Carlo Honda Gresini 43min 43.100 sec
9. James Toseland GBR Monster Yamaha Tech 3 43min 44.608 sec
10. Randy de Puniet FRA LCR Honda MotoGP 43min 48.815 sec
11. Chris Vermeulen AUS Rizla Suzuki MotoGP 43min 49.767 sec
12. Niccolo Canepa ITA Pramac Racing 43min 59.652 sec
13. Gabor Talmacsi HUN Scot Racing Team MotoGP 44min 8.179 sec

DNF:
Michel Fabrizio ITA Pramac Racing 12min 13.902 sec
Jorge Lorenzo SPA Fiat Yamaha Team 33min 15.284 sec
Mika Kallio FIN Ducati Marlboro Team 39min 38.278 sec
Marco Melandri ITA Hayate Racing Team 39min 38.518 sec