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    Cyber sense is amazing! Pop and cute “2-seater EV” explosion! Renault brand Mobilize Duo unveiled in Europe .

    ByChathura Chanuka

    “Cyber-inspired! Pop and cute “”2-seater EV”” is born! Renault Brand Mobilization “”Duo”” Unveiled in Europe

    Eco-friendly small EV that anyone can drive has an 80’s-90’s pop feel
    　Mobirise, a Renault Group company, announced on October 10, 2022 the launch of the Duo, a small EV with front and rear seating for two, which will be offered by the end of 2023 on a subscription or long-term lease basis.
    　

    The “”futuristic”” feeling that overflows from this car is unbearable! Check out the cyber but somehow cute “”duo”” in these 18 images.

    Do they have the cyber feel of the 80’s? Mobilize “”Duo”” with pop orange color

    　Mobilize Duo is a newly developed compact EV with two seats lined up vertically and a compact body measuring 2,430 mm (length) x 1,300 mm (width) x 1,460 mm (height).

    　The exterior design is based on a base color of gray, with orange used as an accent color throughout, and the side doors on the body open upward, featuring large windows divided into three sections.

    　The front and rear wheel houses protrude widely, and the large tires are positioned at the four corners of the body, designed to allow the car to turn in a small radius.

    　The interior is designed to combine the atmosphere of the 1980s and 1990s with the world of video games. The dashboard is shaped like a boom box, giving it a hip-hop image.

    　The design is simple and intuitive so that many users can operate it easily, and the seat is padded to retain comfort. It is also built to accommodate a folding wheelchair.

    　Meanwhile, the Duo has been designed with a full range of connected services, not only for personal use, but also for use by businesses and sharing services, and will be expandable in the future.

    　The vehicle is equipped with a keyless and ignition system that can be shared by multiple users, and real-time data transmitted from the vehicle allows for easy management of the vehicle.

    　Two types of powertrains are available. Two types of powertrains are available, with a maximum speed of 45 km/h and 80 km/h, to comply with the laws of each country.

    　It has a range of 140 km (nominal, WMTC certification pending) and is equipped with two types of connectors that allow charging at home as well as at public charging stations.

    　The DUO is designed to be environmentally friendly, in line with the Renault Group’s goal of achieving carbon neutrality in Europe by 2040. At least 50% of the materials used are recycled, and 95% are recyclable when the vehicle is scrapped.

    　In addition, the front and rear bumpers are of the same design to reduce production and repair costs, and the body panels are made of plastic material based on a thorough eco-design.

    　The Duo will be offered for private use through a subscription contract with a minimum term of three months.

    　Long-term leases will be available for companies such as car-sharing companies, and packages integrating services such as insurance and recharging will be offered.

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    　The lineup also includes the Bento, a single-seat cargo vehicle, which is a duo with a rear seat that has been converted into a trunk with a capacity of nearly 700 liters.

    　The Bento is scheduled to be offered on a long-term lease basis for corporate customers starting in 2024.

    　No mention has been made of the introduction of either the Duo or Bento in Japan.

    Translated with www.DeepL.com/Translator (free version)”

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    American car style SUV new “Buddy” announced! Retro design based on Toyota “RAV4”! Renewal of safety and comfort functions and launch .

    ByChathura Chanuka

    “New American-style SUV “”Buddy”” Announced! Retro design based on Toyota’s RAV4! New safety and comfort features to be released!

    Mitsuoka to Launch Partially Revamped “”Buddy
    　October 7, 2022 – Mitsuoka will release a partially redesigned Buddy SUV on October 7, 2022.

    Retro & American designed “”Buddy”” is so cool! See its real car you’ll want!

    I can’t get enough of this design! Old American “”Buddy”” has been partially improved.

    　Launched on June 24, 2021, the Buddy is Mitsuka’s first model in the SUV category.

    　In the crowded SUV market, the development was promoted based on the concept of “”a buddy that can be driven smoothly and naturally.

    　Based on Toyota’s RAV4, it has an American-style appearance, with body dimensions of 4,730 mm (overall length) x 1,865 mm (overall width) x 1,685 mm (overall height).

    　The exterior features two vertical headlights and a large chrome front grille that give it a front face unlike any other Japanese SUV, while the rear design and some of the interior features have also been modified.

    　Two types of powertrains are available: a 2-liter gasoline engine and a 2.5-liter hybrid, with 2WD/4WD versions (electric 4WD for the hybrid).

    　At the time of the Buddy’s announcement, Mitsuoka said, “”The addition of a new SUV category that combines functionality and convenience to our existing lineup of classically designed Mitsuokas with a strong personal-use flavor will allow us to offer a free and playful lifestyle to an even greater number of people, just like Mitsuoka. We are proud to offer a free and playful lifestyle to more people than ever before,”” he said.

    　The Buddy has undergone a partial makeover this time around, with expanded advanced safety features and the addition of a recording function to the digital inner mirror.

    　In addition, the “”Display Audio”” and “”Multi-Information Display”” have been enlarged, and “”ETC2.0″”, “”TV (full-segment)””, and “”Communication Navigation”” are now standard equipment on all models.

    　In order to meet the demand, which greatly exceeded the originally planned production volume, the company has revised the production schedule and has adjusted the production system.

    We will continue to work to improve our production system.

    　The price of the partially improved Buddy ranges from 5,190,900 yen to 6,472,400 yen.”

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    Bigger than Alphard! What kind of minivan is the new 10-passenger & over 5m “Staria”? Launching new specifications in Malaysia.

    ByChathura Chanuka

    “Bigger than the Alphard! What kind of minivan is the new Staria, fully equipped for 10 passengers and over 5 meters? New Specs to be Introduced in Malaysia

    A 10-seater version is coming to the Malaysian market!
    　Hyundai’s Malaysian subsidiary has launched a 10-seater version of the MPV (minivan in Japan) Staria locally.

    Huge Body and 10-Seater Spec in a Row! New MPV “”Staria”” novel body in 44 images

    　It will be introduced in Malaysia following the 7-seater model (Staria Premium), but what kind of MPV is it?

    Hyundai’s MPV Staria

    　The Staria has a body size of 5255 mm (length) x 1995 mm (width) x 1990-2000 mm (height) (Korean specifications). It is larger in length and width than the Toyota “”Alphard”” (4945mm-4950mm in length x 1850mm in width x 1935mm-1950mm in height, Japanese specifications), which is available in Japan and Malaysia.

    　The exterior features a streamlined silhouette that was designed with inspiration from a spaceship. The interior is characterized by a sense of openness due to the large glass area, which was inspired by the traditional Korean architectural style called hanok.

    　It also features a wide range of variations, including the Staria Premium, a luxury version that can be used to transport VIPs, and a commercial van version.

    　The car will make its world premiere on March 17, 2021, and will go on sale in the Korean market on April 19 of the same year. It was also rolled out in the Oceania market and some European markets, and was introduced in the Malaysian market on October 27 of the same year, starting with the 7-seater Staria Premium.

    　The standard version of the Staria (10-seat version) was announced for the Malaysian market on October 27 of the same year.

    The 10-seat version will be available in three grades: “”Light,”” “”Plus,”” and “”Max,”” and will be priced between 179,888 ringgit and 209,888 ringgit (approximately 5.6 million yen to 6.5 million yen). Incidentally, the Staria Premium will be set at 366,788 ringgit (approximately 11.4 million yen).”

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    Toyota “Alphard” look-alike? A super luxurious “American car” minivan with over 10 million yen! Pros and cons for the new Buick “GL8”! Some people want to introduce it to Japan .

    ByChathura Chanuka

    “Toyota “”Alphard”” looks like? A super luxury “”American”” minivan that may exceed 10 million yen! Pros and Cons of the New Buick GL8! Some want it to be introduced in Japan!

    Does it still look like the Alphard? The New GL8 Luxury Minivan
    　On August 19, 2022, GM and Buick unveiled the new luxury minivan “”GL8″” in Shanghai, China.

    “”What…! It’s not an Alphard? Comparison of Buick “”GL8″” and “”Alphard,”” which have been talked about as looking just like each other

    　This large minivan, with an overall length of over 5 meters and a gorgeous large front grille like the Alphard, has attracted a variety of responses on social networking sites.

    Buick GL8 (left) and Toyota Alphard (right)

    　Buick is one of the automobile brands manufactured and sold by General Motors (GM) of the United States. In China, GM and Shanghai Automobile joint venture, SAIC Motor Corporation (hereinafter referred to as “”Shanghai GM””), manufacture and sell Buick vehicles.

    　The GL8 is Shanghai GM’s luxury minivan in China, first introduced in China in 1999, and has become one of the most popular models in Buick’s lineup sold in China. 1.6 million units have been sold there through the August 2022 fiscal year.

    　The new GL8, unveiled in August 2022, features a new front face design, including a grille that Buick describes as “”larger and more expressive,”” upgraded comfort features, and additional grades.

    　The powertrain is powered by a 2-liter turbocharged inline 4-cylinder engine that delivers a maximum output of 233 hp. It is mated to a 9-speed AT.

    　Body dimensions are 5219-5238 mm (overall length) x 1878 mm (overall width) x 1799-1805 mm (overall height).

    　The new GL8 is roughly divided into three grades: Avenir, ES, and Legacy, each with different exterior and interior specifications.

    　Of the three, the highest grade, Avenir, has a larger grille reinforced by unique double-layer chrome detailing and second-row seats designed to ensure business-class level space and comfort, enhancing its presence and sense of luxury.

    　Prices start at 533,900 yuan (approximately 1.065 million Japanese yen) for the Avenir, 317,900 yuan (approximately 6.34 million Japanese yen) for the ES, and 232,900 yuan (approximately 4.64 million Japanese yen) for the Legacy.

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    　Various opinions about the new GL8 have developed on social networking sites.

    　The most common opinions are that it resembles the Alphard and Nissan’s Elgrand, such as “”It looks like Alphard and Elgrand added and divided by two,”” “”Almost like an Alphard,”” and “”No, it’s totally a Toyota.

    　Also, “”Other Chinese manufacturers also released vehicles with an Alphard face,”” and “”The popularity of the Alphard face in China is amazing,”” etc., indicating that they feel the Alphard is popular in China, as other manufacturers also released vehicles with a design similar to that of the Alphard.

    　Furthermore, “”I didn’t think Buick would do something like this,”” and “”It doesn’t look like an American car,”” etc. There is a sense of disappointment that even though it is a Shanghai GM car, they did not expect the GL8, which has American blood mixed in, to make a car that looks like the Alphard.

    　On the other hand, “”Personally, I think it looks really cool!”” On the other hand, some praised the interior and exterior design of the GL8, saying, “”Personally, I think it looks really cool!

    　There are also comments such as “”I want it to be sold in Japan”” and “”I want it in Japan because I’m bored with all the Alphard models.

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    　Various opinions about the GL8 were voiced, including “”It’s made in China, so you never know what will happen,”” “”The interior is super luxurious, but how long will it be able to be driven without breaking down? How long will it last without breaking down?”” “”Such a big car with a 2-liter turbo engine? There were many who questioned the quality of American cars made in China, which are unknown to Japanese people.

    　Although the actual durability of the GL8 is unknown, the fact is that the GL8 has maintained its popularity for 20 years, so there is no doubt that it has a certain reputation including “”durability.

    　It will be interesting to see how the Chinese luxury minivan market will develop in the future, where the Alphard, GL8, and other models are competing with each other.”

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    Bigger than Alphard! What kind of car is the new minivan “Staria” that exceeds 5m and is equipped with a 10-passenger? Launching new specifications in Malaysia.

    ByChathura Chanuka

    “Huge than Alphard! What kind of car is the new minivan “”Stalia”” that seats 10 full passengers and is over 5 meters long? New specifications to be introduced in Malaysia

    A giant with an overall length of over 5 meters
    　Hyundai’s Malaysian subsidiary is accepting advance reservations locally for the 10-seat version of the MPV (minivan in Japan) “”Staria.

    Huge body and 10-seat specs lined up The novel body of the new MPV “”Staria”” is shown in the image .

    　Following the 7-seater model (Staria Premium), what kind of MPV is scheduled to be introduced in Malaysia?

    A 10-seat version of the Staria will be added to the Philippine market

    　The Stalia’s body size is 5255 mm (length) x 1,995 mm (width) x 1,990-2,000 mm (height) (Korean specifications). It is larger in overall length and width than the Toyota “”Alphard”” sold in Japan and Malaysia (overall length 4945 mm – 4950 mm x overall width 1850 mm x overall height 1935 mm, Japanese specifications).
    　
    　The exterior features a streamlined silhouette designed in the motif of a spaceship. The interior is designed in the image of a hanok, a traditional Korean architectural style, with a large glass area to create a sense of openness.

    　A wide range of variations are also available, including the luxurious “”Starrier Premium”” designed to transport VIPs, and a commercial van version with a user-friendly cargo area.

    　The world premiere was held on March 17, 2021, and the model went on sale in the Korean market on April 19 of the same year. In the Malaysian market, it was introduced on October 27 of the same year, starting with the 7-seater Starrier Premium.

    　Pricing and other details of the 10-seat version have not been disclosed, but it will be available in three grades: Light, Plus, and Max.

    　Incidentally, the price in the Malaysian market for the 7-seater version will be 366,768 ringgit (about 11.6 million Japanese yen).”

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    What was your dream car? The overwhelming popularity of “Skyline” among the bubble-experienced generation has a completely different result for young people.

    ByChathura Chanuka

    “What was your dream car? Skyline”” is overwhelmingly popular among the bubble generation, while the younger generation has a very different result

    Reasons for first car ownership has also changed
    　On September 15, 2022, KINTO, a Toyota-affiliated company that offers the “”KINTO ONE”” car subscription service, announced the results of a survey on car values among seniors, the bubble generation, and millennials.

    Have you been longing to own a car? See the beautiful “”Kenmeri GT-R”” and other nostalgic cars nicknamed by you in these images!

    The 4th generation “”Skyline GT-R”” nicknamed “”Kemmeri

    　As for why they first decided to own a car, more than 40% of the senior/bubble generation responded “”longing to own a car,”” while about 50% of the millennial generation responded “”became necessary for commuting to school or work,”” the most common reason.

    　It seems that while the car was a longed-for possession until the Showa and early Heisei eras, many now have a car as a realistic means of transportation.

    　What kind of car did each generation yearn for when they were in their 20s? We asked each generation to name up to five cars, and the results were as follows.

    Senior Generation (Number of responses = 358, only the top 10 are shown)
    No. 1: Skyline/Nissan (72 votes)
    2nd : Bluebird/Nissan (23 votes)
    No. 3: Crown/Toyota (21 votes)
    No. 4: Fairlady / Nissan (20 votes)
    5th : Corolla / Toyota (19 votes)
    No.6 : 2000GT / Toyota (16 votes)
    7th : Sunny / Nissan (15 votes)
    No.8 : Celica/Toyota (12 votes)
    No. 9: Corona/Toyota (9 votes)
    No. 10: 117 Coupe/Isuzu, Verretto/Isuzu (7 votes each)

    Bubble Generation (356 responses, only the top 10 are listed)
    No. 1: Skyline / Nissan (32 votes)
    No. 2: Soarer/Toyota (28 votes)
    Celica/Toyota (15 votes)
    4th : Prelude / Honda, Fairlady / Nissan (14 votes each)
    6th : Supra/Toyota (13 votes)
    No.7: Crown/Toyota (12 votes)
    8th : Ferrari, Lamborghini, Mercedes-Benz, BMW (9 votes each)

    Millennials (Number of responses = 238, only the top 10 are listed)
    No. 1: Mercedes-Benz (14 votes)
    No. 2: Skyline/Nissan, Land Cruiser/Toyota, Lexus, Audi, Volkswagen (7 votes each)
    No. 7: Crown/Toyota, BMW (6 votes each)
    No. 9: Jeep (5 votes)
    No. 10: Alphard/Toyota, Cima/Nissan, Silvia/Nissan, GT-R/Nissan (4 votes each)

    　The “”Skyline”” was the overwhelming leader among seniors. Many respondents gave the name “”Skyline”” as a nickname, such as “”Skyline G”” or “”Hakosuka,”” indicating that it is loved by many.

    　The bubble generation also ranked the “”Skyline”” in first place. A close second was the “”Soarer,”” which was introduced in the 1980s and gained popularity as a high-sophisticated car.

    　KINTO’s analysis suggests that the millennial generation may be the generation that has come to feel that imported cars are becoming more and more familiar to them, even as a variety of cars are being introduced by domestic manufacturers.

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    　The survey was conducted online on August 25 and 26, 2022, with 222 men and women of the senior generation (70s), 221 men and women of the bubble generation (50s in this survey), and 221 men and women of the millennial generation (30s in this survey) who had obtained a license and owned a car in their teens to 20s. The survey was conducted by the following respondents.
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    Paris lovers are irresistible! The compact SUV “DS3 Crossback” model with “Paris roof” is now available! What is the Paris element that shines everywhere .

    ByChathura Chanuka

    “A must-have for Paris lovers! The compact SUV “”DS3 Crossback”” has a “”Parisian Roof”” model! Parisian Elements Shine Everywhere!

    Exclusive “”Carat Gray”” Roof Color
    　On September 7, 2022, Sterantis Japan introduced the special edition “”TOIT DE PARIS BlueHDi”” to DS Automobile’s DS3 Crossback compact SUV.

    An elegant appearance that stirs up the desire to travel to Paris! View photos of the DS3 Crossback TOIT DE PARIS BlueHDi .

    DS Automobile “”DS3 Crossback TOIT DE PARIS BlueHDi

    　The name “”TOIT DE PARIS”” means “”Roof of Paris. It was inspired by the roofs of the apartments that form the beautiful cityscape of Paris.

    　The DS3 Crossback TOIT DE PARIS BlueHDi is based on the top grade “”OPERA”” and features an exclusive roof color, Carat Gray.

    　It also features exclusive 18-inch wheels and badges on both sides of the front nose and front doors.

    　These were designed in the motif of famous Parisian landmarks such as the Eiffel Tower, Ecole Militaire, Sacré Coeur Temple, and Montparnasse Tower.

    　The powertrain is a 1.5-liter “”BlueHDi”” clean diesel engine that delivers 130ps maximum output and 300Nm maximum torque, mated to an 8-speed AT.

    　Fuel economy is 21.0 km/L (WLTC mode), the top level in its class.

    　Two body colors are available: Crystal Pearl and Blanc Pearl Nacre. Prices (including consumption tax) range from 5,156,000 yen to 5,167,000 yen.”

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    Consecutive “Alphard face 3-row SUV” !New 5m class “Palisade” announced in China! From about 6.1 million yen.

    ByChathura Chanuka

    “New “”3-row SUV with Alphard face”” is unveiled in China! The new 5-meter class “”Palisade”” with a face like “”Ora”” was unveiled in China! Starting at about 6.1 million yen

    Different Grille Colors for Different Grades
    　Hyundai unveiled the new Palisade for the Chinese market at the Chengdu Motor Show 2022 on August 26, 2022. It will be introduced to China as an imported vehicle that will not be produced locally.

    5-meter class body with “”Alphard face””! See the new 3-row SUV “”Palisade”” (56 photos)

    Hyundai’s new “”Palisade”” for the Chinese market at the Chengdu Motor Show 2022

    　Palisade is a three-row SUV from Hyundai presented at the Los Angeles Motor Show 2018.

    　With a large body size of approximately 5 meters in length, a minor-changed model with a new front face was unveiled at the New York Motor Show 2022 in April 2022, and has also been successively launched in South Korea, Australia, and Indonesia.

    　The model unveiled at the Chengdu Motor Show 2022 is the one that adopts this new front face.

    　The front grille is a large type that extends to the lower grille section. The color of the grille changes depending on the grade: brown, black, or chrome.

    　The chrome front grille used on the highest grade has a presence that rivals that of the Toyota Alphard, a well-known luxury minivan.

    　The interior is equipped with a large 12.3-inch center display and a head-up display, as well as a number of advanced features such as remote smart parking assist, which allows the driver to move the vehicle forward or backward with a remote control key from outside the vehicle, and a choice of six- or seven-passenger seating.

    　The engine is a 3.5-liter V6 naturally aspirated engine mated to an 8-speed AT transmission. The drive system is selectable between 2WD and 4WD for the entry-level grade, and 4WD only for the other grades.

    　As a driving assist function, the “”Highway Drive Assist HDA-2″” can automatically move to the desired lane by turning the turn signal only within a specified speed range.

    　The price of the new Palisade in the Chinese market ranges from 300,800 yuan to 368,800 yuan (approximately 6.1 million yen to 7.47 million yen).

    Translated with www.DeepL.com/Translator (free version)”

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    The curtain rises on the 40-year history of the Nissan March! Neither the Yaris nor the Fit can compete! 4 memorable models of super long-established compact cars .

    ByChathura Chanuka

    “Nissan “”March”” 40 years of history! Neither the Yaris nor the Fit can match it! Four Memorable Models of the Super Venerable Compact Car

    A look back at Nissan’s long-established March compact car brand, which lasted 40 years and four generations.
    　At the end of August 2022, several newspapers and other media reported the end of production of the Nissan March.
    　
    　The March is a long-established brand with a 40-year history, which is significantly longer than any other Japanese compact car, and has lasted for four generations. Let’s take a look back at the successive generations.

    Image] Only four generations in 40 years: “”Which one is your favorite? A look at the 68 photos of the “”March”” of past generations that bring back too much nostalgia.

    In 2002, just as the Carlos Ghosn administration was beginning, Nissan’s third-generation (K12) March (2002-2010), with its distinctive rounded styling and wide variety of colors, attracted a lot of attention, especially among female users.

    First-generation “”MARCH”” [K10 model / 1982-1992]

    　The first-generation March, launched in October 1982, made a spectacular debut as a hatchback model in the liter car class (referring to models with an engine displacement of around 1 liter), smaller than the “”Sunny”” and “”Pulsar”” compact cars of the time.

    　In addition, Nissan solicited car names from the general public in advance, and used the top idol of the time, Masahiko Kondo (nicknamed “”Match””), as its image celebrity to market the model as “”Match’s March””. Nissan put a lot of effort into this model.

    　At first, only a 1-liter 3-door model debuted, and later a 5-door model was added. The March Super Turbo, a double-charged model equipped with a supercharger and turbocharger, and other variations were added to the lineup.

    Second-generation “”MARCH”” [K11 model / 1992-2002]

    　The second generation March, which underwent its first full model change in 10 years in 1992, was developed with the aim of expanding sales not only in Japan but also in the European market, a fierce battleground for compact cars.

    　In addition to winning several awards, including the Japan Car of the Year Award and the Good Design Award, it was the first Japanese car to win the European Car of the Year Award, and has been highly acclaimed in Japan and Europe.

    　In addition to the three-door and five-door body types, the March lineup includes the March Box, a wagon body, and the March Cabriolet, a convertible model, as well as the March Bolero, a retro-design custom model by Autec Japan (now Nissan Motor Sports & Customization). The “”March Rumba”” was also actively developed as a variation of the original model.

    　Like the first generation, this model was produced for approximately 10 years, and has become a long-seller, maintaining even more stable sales volume than the first generation.

    Third-generation “”March”” (K12 model / 2002-2010)

    　The third-generation K12 March, which was introduced in 2002 after the business alliance with Renault, was based on the jointly developed Alliance B platform.

    　It was characterized by its distinctive rounded design, and attracted much attention as a model that symbolized the new era of Nissan under the soon-to-be-appointed Carlos Ghosn administration.

    　From its debut, it has been available in a wide range of colors, with colorful new colors added with each product improvement, and has been a topic of conversation for a long time, attracting support mainly from women.

    　Following the second generation, the retro-masked “”March Lafite”” and “”March Bolero”” were added, as well as the “”12SR,”” a sports model with a tuned engine, and the “”Micra C+C,”” an open model with a hard-top roof, and many other derivative models were born.

    The end of the 40-year history of the Nissan March! Neither the Yaris nor the Fit could match it! Four Memorable Past Models of the Super Venerable Compact Car

    End of sales in Japan with the 4th generation? However, there was a “”5th generation”” for Europe!
    The 4th generation “”MARCH”” [K13/2010-2022]

    　The 4th generation, which underwent a model change in 2010, combined a newly developed V-platform with a fuel-efficient 1.2-liter inline 3-cylinder engine with an idling stop system.

    　The most significant news was that it was the first model to be produced overseas. The Japanese version was made at Nissan’s Thai plant.

    　Production continued for 12 years until 2022, making it the longest-selling March model of all time.

    　The “”March NISMO,”” a full-fledged sports model that replaced the previous generation’s 12SR, and the retro-style “”March Bolero”” are also derivatives of the March, as they have been for many years.

    The first-generation (K10) Nissan March made its debut with much fanfare and promotion, partly because it was a “”liter car,”” a new genre of car.

    　Although the March’s production has been discontinued as reported by newspapers, as of early September 2022, there has been no official announcement from the manufacturer. On Nissan’s official website, the March is still being sold.

    　However, a small note on the website states, “”Some specifications, grades, and colors may not be available due to production reasons,”” suggesting that something will be done in the future.

    　It is expected that the company will continue to sell the product for a while until the pre-produced inventory runs out.

    The car is expected to continue to be sold for a while until the pre-production stock runs out.

    　Although the March is reportedly discontinued in Japan, its successor, the 5th generation (K14 model), was launched in 2017 as a car exclusively for Europe.

    　While both successive models have inherited the March’s character with their cute styling, the 5th generation is characterized by sharp styling starting with the V-motion grille. The wide and low form gives it a unique sporty image.

    　It is interesting to note that in Europe, the March has been consistently referred to as the “”Micra”” rather than the “”March”” since the first generation.”

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    Over 5m! Luxurious “American car” minivan with an Alphard face! New Buick “GL8” with VIP interior too stylish announced in China .

    ByChathura Chanuka

    “Over 5 meters! Alphard-faced luxury “”American”” minivan! New Buick “”GL8″” with Too-Outrageous VIP Interior Unveiled in China

    New GL8 luxury minivan is here! Now with a “”more expressive”” grille
    　On August 19, 2022, GM and Buick unveiled the new “”GL8″” luxury minivan in Shanghai, China.

    The Alphard-faced, superb minivan is here! View 67 images of the Buick GL8, complete with luxurious osha interior.

    　What kind of evolution has been achieved this time compared to the previous model?

    The Buick GL8 ES, a luxury minivan manufactured and sold by Shanghai GM

    　Buick is one of the brands manufactured and sold by General Motors (GM) of the United States. In China, it is sold by SAIC Motor (Shanghai GM), a joint venture between General Motors and China’s SAIC Motor Corporation.

    　First introduced in China in 1999, the GL8 has become one of the most popular models in Buick’s lineup in China, with 1.6 million units sold to date (August 2022).

    　The new GL8 features a new front face design, including a grille that Buick describes as “”larger and more expressive,”” upgraded comfort features, and additional grades.

    　The powertrain is a 2-liter turbocharged inline 4-cylinder engine with a maximum output of 233 hp, mated to a 9-speed AT.

    　Body dimensions are 5219-5238 mm (overall length) x 1878 mm (overall width) x 1799-1805 mm (overall height).

    　The new GL8 is roughly divided into three grades: Avenir, ES, and Legacy.

    　The exterior of the Avenir features a large grille reinforced by unique double-layer chrome detailing that visually expresses the GL8’s width and further enhances its presence and luxury feel.

    　Other features include signature Matrix LED headlamps with advanced technology, 18-inch crown-like aluminum wheels, and Avenir’s unique 2.5-meter-long door shadow lighting.

    　The interior is designed to ensure business-class levels of space and comfort, with second-row seats featuring wide armrests, heated and ventilated seats, massage functionality, adjustable lumbar support, and premium pile carpeting with footrests .

    　The exterior of the ES is more dynamic and powerful with a new grille design.

    　Three additional ES variants better support the needs of families.

    　The second-row seats are more comfortable and offer easier entry and exit for the elderly and children. In addition, the AQS features a 12-inch dual instrument panel with integrated center console, electric sliding doors with dual side pinch protection, an electric height-adjustable liftgate, and a fold-down table.

    　The AQS air quality control system and nano-level PM2.5 prevention air conditioning system ensure a healthy and comfortable cabin. New interior colors fit the needs and preferences of a wide variety of users.

    　The Legacy incorporates Buick’s new exterior styling highlighted by a redesigned wing sculpted grille, giving it a unique presence.

    　Two additional exterior colors represent the minivan’s versatile personality.

    　Even with a full passenger capacity, all three rows offer ample room and storage space, with the third-row seats folding down to provide up to 1605 liters of cargo space.

    　Legacy also offers a full range of safe driving assistance features. These include adaptive cruise control, lane keep assist, lane departure warning, side blind zone alert, and automatic parking assist.

    　Legacy also has a disabled-accessible model to assist the physically challenged. The electric swivel seat swivels out of the vehicle to assist with getting in and out of the vehicle.

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    　Prices start at 533,900 yuan (approximately 1,065,000 Japanese yen) for the Avenir, 317,900 yuan (approximately 634,000 Japanese yen) for the ES, and 232,900 yuan (approximately 4.64 million Japanese yen) for the Legacy.”