Dacia, owned by Renault, has slowly changed from a national brand to an international name. People from around the world acknowledge the simplicity of the brand. The package it offers appeals to those that want a vehicle without too many gadgets. Dacia is also preferred by most companies that need cheap, simple and reliable vehicles for transporting various goods. For Renault, Dacia is cheap variant of its own products. In Romania, the home country of this particular brand, the car is seen as a national symbol. The brand is very popular back home.

With this in mind, teasing a new Dacia variant has led many to speculate in regards to what that particular model might be. Some think it will be a brand new Dacia model, while others think it will be an updated version of an already existing model. Not much else can be said. Fans of the brand can only speculate about what is to come. There is quite a lot of secrecy regarding this subject. Having in thought that it is Dacia’s 50th anniversary, it is quite normal to assume that the model will be released this year.

No matter how you look at the situation, Dacia has managed to surprise everybody with a mysterious announcement of an unknown model. How this model will look is something we will have to see. The anniversary of the company is a big enough deal to lead most to speculate that this particular future Dacia model will be something pretty big. You can’t help but notice that there is some hype building up around Dacia’s mystery teaser. Let’s hope that solving this mystery will lead to the discovery of an interesting addition to the Dacia model family.

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The idea of a vehicle vending machine is the result of Ford’s partnership with Alibaba. At this point, the concept was only implemented in China. The idea behind the car vending machine is that it gives you the chance to test drive various Ford models for three days. The vending machine can hold 42 vehicles. The test drive is not free, though. A fee is charged before taking the car for a spin. This idea of a car vending machine sounds absolutely crazy, but as far as it can be seen, it is equally useful. The process of taking a car for a test drive is much simpler.

The vehicle vending machine concept has only been used in one city in China, Guangzhou. Whether or not this concept will spread to other cities within China or across the borders is something we will have to see. In theory, this would be a good idea. Ford could make the brand much more accessible by offering people an easier way to test their products. This is as simple as buying a soda from a soda vending machine. The whole concept is bold. People have already registered for a test drive.

No matter how you look at the idea behind the car vending machine, you notice the ingenuity of it. The vending machine brings customers closer to understanding Ford’s products. Whether it is the Mondeo, Mustang, Explorer or Taurus that you are seeking, this vending machine gives you the chance to thoroughly test Ford’s models before purchasing them. This is quite an amazing innovation. The fact that it has already attracted so much attention seems to point to the fact that similar systems may be adopted around the world. At this point, we can only wait to see if other Ford vending machines will make an appearance around the world.

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This is not the first time we hear of an automaker that decides to skip an auto show. While Nissan says they have nothing new to show, there is most likely a financial side to this absence as well. There simply is no point in spending money to show the same things you’ve already shown at other auto shows. Nissan will surely be missed at this particular auto show. The spirit of innovation that Nissan usually spreads when present at these types of shows is an important contribution to the overall success of the auto show.

At the same time, this absence could mean that Nissan is taking its time to prepare for the next show, where it will present new gadgets and design ideas. Taking more time to polish your products and ideas is in most cases a grand idea. People and potential customers usually keep track of this aspect. In their eyes, taking the necessary time to polish your products is the guarantee of quality. In most cases this really is the case. We’ll know for sure if Nissan also did this at their next presentation. Regardless of the reason, Nissan had a pretty solid reason to skip the 2018 Paris Auto Show.

No matter how you look at the situation, the absence of Nissan from this year’s Paris Auto Show is definitely going to be noticed. Even if Nissan’s absence will be for a good reason, it still may affect the car show’s reputation. At this point, the only thing we can say is that the situation will be a lot clearer as we’ll see the Paris Auto Show unfold. Will there be another automaker that will be capable of filling the gap left by Nissan. This is also something we will have to see, again, as the show unfolds.

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It will be interesting o see how Tesla’s trucks will handle transporting goods for FedEx. It is important for transport companies and companies in general to move towards completely electric solutions. This will contribute to the reduction of pollution. This is what most would call investing in the future. By ordering these electric trucks, FedEx has also helped Tesla gain the necessary funds to further develop its technology. In the end, it might be FedEx that will profit from Tesla’s future development.

The idea of having things delivered with environmentally friendly trucks is quite interesting. This new approach should also help lower the prices of the transported goods. In fact, the advantages of adopting electric trucks over the classic fuel based ones are quite a lot. FedEx is one of the first transport companies to move in this direction. We’ll have to see if other big companies will follow this example. The whole problem here is profitability. Companies are not yet convinced of how profitable electric vehicles are. In theory, electric vehicles should be the best choice. Until we have precise examples of how efficient electric vehicles are for transporting goods, things will most likely move slowly in this area.

No matter how you look at this situation, the fact that Tesla decided to choose to upgrade a part of its transport fleet with electric trucks is definitely a step forward for the transport industry. There is a good chance that by doing this FedEx will give an example to other undecided companies. At this point, we can only wait to see how and when this mechanism will start to work. The automotive industry is clearly heading for a big change. This change is the result of a new view on the technology used in vehicles, but also of companies like FedEx that are constantly looking for ways to improve services and profitability through innovation.

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The exhibit Porsche has organized includes a range of vehicles starting with those produced 70 years ago, ending with more recent products. The exposition will deal with lots of enthusiast interested to see 70 years of history jammed in a small space. The amount of history that Porsche wants to put us in contact with is huge. Such an opportunity is quite rare. Porsche fans around Berlin should not miss this opportunity for anything. The exhibit will be open seven days a week from 10 to 8pm. This event will take place in the Volkswagen Group forum, Drive.

The admission will be free. Porsche is trying to send a message through this decision. The exhibit is not meant to be an attempt to honor the brand’s achievements. It is by no means a marketing move. These particular vehicles were placed there in order to be admired by those that want to know and understand more about Porsche and the various stages of development it passed on its way to the present. Being situated in an accessible area, the exhibit will attract many visitors, not just Porsche fans. It remains to be seen how many people will visit the Porsche expo, exactly.

70 years of Porsche is definitely a milestone for the German automaker. The organized event is an interesting idea that gives visitors the opportunity to find out more about this car brand. Its rich history is summarized by the vehicles shown at the Berlin exhibit. There is no reason in the world to miss this particular expo if you happen to be close to the event. Visiting the Porsche exhibit could be the perfect thing to do for a Saturday afternoon. You’ll end up learning quite a lot about the German automotive history.

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The engine of this new Toyota Supra will be a simple, yet effective turbocharged six cylinder engine. Nothing more is known regarding the engine. The real shocking information was the fact that the new Toyota Supra will not include a manual gearbox variant. The mind behind the revival of the model name, Tetsuya Tada, said that this decision was made on account of the Supra fans not finding this particular element an important requirement. The price of the New Toyota Supra is also another problem. The car will most likely be expensive.

The new Toyota Supra will be easy to tune, according to Tada. The vehicle is already quite impressive, as is. Tuning it will give way to a unique range of new Supras. With or without manual gearbox, the new Toyota Supra will definitely prove successful. As Tetsuya Tada has already pointed out, this particular Toyota model has been tailored to fan needs. Taking in account the feedback sent by those that want a better Supra model, Toyota has created a vehicle for fans, created by fans. It remains to be seen how many of these fans will actually buy the new Toyota Supra on release.

The new Toyota Supra has definitely amazed the public at the 2018 Geneva Motor Show. Even if some may see the absence of a manual gearbox as a major flaw, this is still not enough to scare away customers. Toyota has built a car tailored to fan needs. This is probably one of the few examples in which the automaker creates a vehicle dedicated to the fans of a particular model. To some it may seem like a bad move, but such a move may attract even more customers that will, in turn, become fans of the model. No matter how you look at the situation, Toyota seems to have followed a new path with the launch of the new Toyota Supra.

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Paul Walker, who died in 2013 after being the victim of a brutal car crash, became the icon of most tuner fans around the world. The character he depicted in the Fast and Furious series, Brian O’Connor became the most representative character attributed to the actor, even though Walker had starred in many other movies before becoming part of the Fast and Furious Crew. The chemistry between the characters in the movie series had actually been based on the relations that the actors developed in real life.

Following the accident, many felt it would be fair for the actor to be honored one way or another. The idea of a documentary came to mind and the development of the project began. The documentary will focus on Paul Walker’s life during the filming of various movies he played in as well as his life away from Hollywood. His various passions contributed to making the world better. This documentary will be a token of gratitude dedicated to Paul Walker, from the world. Without a doubt, the documentary will fill cinemas with fans of the actor and of the movies he played in.

The death of Paul Walker was a shock to the whole world. It sent a wave of sadness across the globe. Fans, family and many other people mourned the death of the actor. The production of a documentary based on his life seems to be the best idea to honor an actor such as Walker himself. His work on the set and away from it amounts to quite a lot. It could be said that many were inspired by this young and talented actor. Just like his place in the Fast and Furious franchise, his place in the world will remain forever vacant. The only thing we can do at this point is to wait for the documentary to be released and pay our respects to the actor one more time.

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The German authorities are targeting older diesel engine equipped cars, in the hopes that by doing so they will reduce pollution significantly. The fact that Germany is a leading power in the automotive industry could prove fatal in the sense that any restriction regarding vehicles in the German space could be transferred indirectly to other countries. Cities such as Stuttgart, Hamburg and Leipzig are some of the first communities to form new laws regarding this aspect. While the environment will have to gain a lot on account of these new laws, socially speaking, the climate may become unstable, as the implementation of such new laws will most likely affect a big number of German citizens.

Politicians as well as some German automakers have voiced their concern regarding the implementation of these new laws. The car market is in danger of collapsing. Cars affected by these laws will suffer a dramatic drop in price. People will avoid certain models, which will destabilize the already vulnerable market. Of course, a destabilized market could still be worth bearing, if the environment is far cleaner than before. The actual problem is what happens if these laws have little to no effect on the environment. It is exactly this situation that the authorities fear, which is why everything is being checked twice, before the laws are finally put into practice.

Regardless of how you look at it, the automotive industry is on the verge of changing significantly. With or without the new laws, the diesel engine is slowly becoming obsolete. With electric cars becoming more and more popular, a future with cars that don’t need traditional fuel to function is within our grasp. We’ll just have to wait and see what the future has in store for us. For now, the discussion going on around these new laws in Germany is a reminder that change always comes at a price.

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As it happens, it didn’t take long for all 150 units to be sold. Apart from it looking like the original Defender, the added upgrades were enough to convince individuals of the importance of this particular release. There being only 150 such SUVs meant that not everybody could get their hands on one of these special machines. Without a doubt, people must have raced in order to have a chance at acquiring one Land Rover Defender Works V8. Going through all that trouble was definitely worth it for those that, in the end, managed to get their hands on one such special SUV.

So what exactly makes these 150 Defenders so special, apart from being part of an iconic SUV family? Each Land Rover Defender Works V8, compared with the classic Defender, is equipped with a powerful V8 engine, upgraded brakes and springs, a set of new 18 inch rims and an upgraded interior. The 5 liter engine produces 399HP, enough to convince any real SUV fan of the potential these 150 Defenders have. The leather interior contributes to the overall balance of the vehicle. These Defenders offer performance and comfort in a well built package.

Probably the only disadvantage in the case of these 150 special edition SUVs is the price. Costing about 209.000 dollars, the Land Rover Defender Works V8 is probably one of the most expensive SUVs in the world. You have to keep in mind, though, that you get quite a complete package for the money you pay. In addition, taking in account the fact that all 150 units have already found an owner, the price for one such SUV seems to be considered fair. Indeed it is, if you take in consideration the rarity of the vehicle as well as the upgrades it comes with. Owning such a vehicle will definitely get you noticed on the streets.

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The facelift the Skoda Fabia received has only recently been fully detailed. The car’s debut is planned to happen at the Geneva Motor Show. The car already looked amazing so the new improved aspect could only further build on that impressive side. The engine has been made more relevant. Fuel consumption has been improved and together with this the environmentally friendly nature of the car, as well. You can tell that the Czech people have put a lot of work into the improving of the Skoda Fabia. The result speaks for itself.

Apart from changing the engine of the vehicle, Skoda has also upgraded the car with the latest gadgets and electronic equipment it has developed. As a result, the Skoda Fabia is safer than ever. Connectivity has also been improved. Entertainment seems to reach a whole new level with this new rendition of the Skoda Fabia. With the added equipment it also seems Skoda is targeting the younger generations as potential buyers. This vehicle is one of the few that offers a complete experience, to its driver as well as its passengers.

The outside of the vehicle has been updated with LED lighting systems. The LED system makes the car more visible, while also giving it an improved, fresh look. The vehicle’s overall look could be classified as sharp. The lines and edges used in the design of the body make the Skoda Fabia an aggressive, modern looking car.

The Czechs from Skoda have managed to improve the Fabia in such a way that the car retains its original spirit while also featuring a ton of new features and upgrades. The car’s deign will remain relevant, as a result of all these improvements, for a couple more years. Without a doubt, this new and improved Skoda Fabia will attract new customers. Those that decide to purchase the car will have to choose between the hatchback and station wagon body styles.

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