Archive for January, 2009

Volvo S60 Sedan Concept Car – Detroit Auto show

Volvo showed the new direction they’re headed featuring Scandinavian-inspired design by displaying their concept car for the new Volvo S60 sedan Concept, which is said to be slated to hit retail 18 months from now.

The S60 sedan has redesigned interiors and exteriors, with a coupe roofline, angled headlamps, the absence of B-pillar, and according to Volvo senior vice president of design Steve Mattin, an interior that looks similar to a modern Scandinavian living room.

Volvo S60 Sedan Concept

According to Stephen Odell, CEO of Volvo Car Corp., the new look and direction of Volvo’s design is part of the company’s long-term strategy to come out with a fresh image in the US, specifically through marketing and product design. Stephen Odell said that the current image of the company is a bit bland, which is why they have to stir things up and make changes in the design and marketing.

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Sunday, January 25th, 2009 Concept Cars, Volvo No Comments

Audi Quattro

The Audi Quattro was Audi’s most successful Rally car ever. I just LOVE the way it looks. Found these two AWESOME photos at Audi Talk.

Is that a GREAT car, or what?

Audi Quattro
Audi Quattro

Monday, January 12th, 2009 Audi No Comments

Crazy Aston Martin Shooting Brake

This is not your average Aston Martin. The Aston Martin Virage Shooting Brake is one of those bizarre Astons you probably won’t ever see in the flesh, mainly because there’s only 4 of them built. Saw these photos at astonmartincarsfan.com and loved them — decided to share! :)

Aston Martin Shooting Brake
Aston Martin Virage Shooting Brake

Sunday, January 4th, 2009 Aston Martin, Classic Cars No Comments