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ClassicWork’s first ever autoshow debut is coming to Tokyo. Stay tuned.
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H3X by Kimura. Envisioning the next-generation sports car for the near future.
Find out more at the official Kimura website.
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The H3X just made me forgo my usual prejudices about three-cylinder engines in sports cars - it reminds me of a front-engined i8.
I made this car in 1 hour spare time; it’s good as is but there’s another prototype and concept of the car coming soon!
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Tokyo Motor Show 2019 Pre-Show Coverage
Hello! My name is William Wong and welcome to the pre-show coverage of the 2019 Tokyo Motor Show. I always go to the Tokyo Motor Show as my go-to car exhibition show and I am very excited to finally do a coverage of this. Anyways, here we go!
Saminda has shown us a teaser of the new C1000R. It was announced to be a kei-sports car for the Japanese market. I used to own a 2006 Saminda C2000R and I thought that it was really good, apart from them ‘ahem’ recalls ‘ahem’. I hope the C1000R will not dissapoint the CThousandR family.
Classicworks have released a teaser for its retro GT car and I got to say, it looks very retro. Especially with the classic style rims. But also keeping up with the times with what I assume are light blue LED headlights.
Fugitso has released a teaser. But its showing the Fugitso Leopard. I don’t know if this is a new version of the Leopard or they just want attend the motor show to showcase their car…
Next up is the H3X Concept by Kimura and my god that is striking. With its futuristic styling, pink colours, crazy looking rims and its futuristic and minimalistic interior makes it very hard to avoid. It is a 300HP concept sports car. But wait, it uses a turbocharged Inline 3 and an electric motor to produce the numbers. It can even get 55mpg! Can’t wait for the production version in the near future.
Ursula with something that I cannot see. Just LED headlights. Just from the front, it is already different from its usual design language. I wonder how that lights blend in with the Ursula grille…
Who could ever forget Maesima and Sachiuri, the automakers that were created from the communist era of Anikatia. Yet, they build one of the most beautiful cars I’ve ever seen. The teaser shows what looks like the back of a compact hatchback. I would like to replace my Hokuto Ayuma minivan with something a bit smaller. Let’s see about this…
Al-Rubaay is coming to the show with this L’Petite FX. It looks like a mini-crossover with its roof rack.
Tanaka is coming to the Tokyo Motor Show with this. I might assume this to be the next generation Atlantis, the mid-size sedan. Following the new design renaissance of Tanaka, it is now a hatchback design. The front looks to be similar from the recently-released Aventis from the Frankfurt Auto Show. This might be another candidate to replace my Hokuto Ayuma minivan.
That’s all the teasers so far. I will be coming to the show on the 22nd of October and might potentially review some cars. But I don’t know about that. Anyways, this has been William Wong and I’m out!
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No longer true today - according to the companies’ lore, the Anikatian socialist government collapsed around two decades ago, and a democratic one took its place soon afterwards.
Oh, I meant to say that. I’ll fix it…
EDIT: FIXED!
Meet Saminda's new roadster - the C1000R.
The C1000R is the second model under the ‘‘CthousandR’’ family, Saminda said it will be exclusively available in Japanese Domestic Market only.
It’s called C1000R, but it’s not what it looks like
The C2000R is one of the fastest hot hatch in the world and yes it has lots of technology, with just a 2.0-liter turbocharged engine it produces 368bhp and 400nm of torque thanks to it hybrid system, and you might think the C1000R would also have some fancy technology on it right?
Sadly, the rumours of it having a 1.1-liter inline-3 turbocharged engine with hybrid system is false, Saminda said that the C1000R is under Kei car category and it will be strictly under it regulations, so powering the C1000R is just a 660cc 3-cylinder turbocharged engine produces 63bhp, it will be offered in 6-speed manual transmission or a CVT.
Fred not, the C1000R will handles like what a CthousandR should be
‘‘Eventhough the C1000R is a kei car, it has CthousandR blood on it and it will handle like how a CthousandR should be’’ said Tako Nashita, project leader of the C1000R.
Coming soon in Q1 2020
Pricing have not been announced but it will be the most expensive kei car to offer.
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Kurokama 2020
Kurokama has few things ready for the two twenties. Starting with expanded line of our mist sold car, the SC. (We will unveil some more things, stay tuned)
A 1.6 naturally aspirated four cylinder will be available as option for the C trim.
And whole new trim will be vailable in the line.
The A iRS
This new, sportier version of the sedan will feature :
Suspension by 9-Kitsune Performance
New 2.2 turbo engine developed specifically for the car. It has 250Hp and makes 275nm of power, with table curve.
A sportier kit with rear wing to add some to the looks of the car.
Also, it has new rims available only on the A iRS.
We tried best to keep what is associated with the SC - fuel economy. Even at those figures, you can still expect fuel consumption less that 5.5L/100Km combined, with wide efficiency band.
Now, the image of the A iRS (The one closer to us) and the regular A after some testing.
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The All-New 3rd Generation Tanaka Atlantis for 2020
For the first time in history, Tanaka will have a dedicated reveal room in the Tokyo Motor Show. All the journalists went inside the room and wait. Then, 4 girls open the cover to reveal 4 cars. Introducing, the all-new Tanaka Atlantis.
From left to right: Tanaka Atlantis 2.4 B, 2.4 G, 3.0 G and 3.5 S
The Atlantis has always been Tanaka’s mid-sized sedan. With the previous generation produced all the way from 2010, it is clear that the market and us demanded a new generation.
Tanaka Atlantis 2.4 G shown
Design
Again using this body and design language, it is a hatchback/fastback sedan. The front is similar to the recently-revealed Tanaka Aventis at the 2019 Frankfurt Auto Show. But some revisions were made to differentiate the car such as the front lower grille. But still retains the big front Tanaka grille visually connected to the headlights. Like the new Tanaka design language, the door handle is visually part of the side trim piece. The fuel cap is right beside the taillight to blend in even more. Again, the blacktail design still applies to this. The black roof with part of the trunk being black makes it look virtually one piece.
Interior
Being a Tanaka, the interior is also a high expectation. For the 2.4 G, standard synthetic leather was used with piano black trim and a Tanaka Premium Infotainment System used. For the 2.4 G and 3.0 L, premium real leather was used with piano black trim with a Tanaka Premium Infotainment System used. For the 2.4 L and 3.0 L, same interior as the G models, but with wood trim and a Tanaka Premium HUD system together with the Tanaka Premium Infotainment System. For the 3.5 S, it uses a brushed aluminium trim with the Tanaka Premium Infotainment System. All trims come with ambient lighting.
The chassis of the Tanaka Atlantis 3.0 L shown
Engineering
It shares the same chassis as the Aventis, but was made longer. Of course, AWD is standard across all trim models for easier control and all-weather capability. Like the Aventis, the usual torque converter advanced automatic transmission is replaced by a DCT to reduce power loss and increase fuel economy.
Specs:
| Trim | 2.4 B | 2.4 G | 3.0 G | 2.4 L | 3.0 L | 3.5 S |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Suspension Type (F/R) | Double wishbone/Multi-link | - | - | - | - | - |
| Transmission | 6-Speed manual or 6-Speed DCT | 6-Speed DCT only | - | - | - | 7-Speed DCT only |
| Differential | Viscous LSD | - | - | - | - | Mechanical LSD |
| Tire type | Goodstone Hard Long Life Eco Compound | - | - | - | - | - |
| Tyre Size (F/R) | 200/200 mm | - | - | - | - | 220/220mm |
| Wheelbase (m) | 2.83 | - | - | - | - | - |
| Engine | JB24DI-A2 EarthBoost | JB24DI-A2 EarthBoost | L30DI-A1 EarthBoost | JB24DI-A2 EarthBoost | L30DI-A1 EarthBoost | L35DI-A1 EarthBoost |
| Horsepower (HP) | 224 | 224 | 302 | 224 | 302 | 367 |
| Torque (lb-ft) | 275 | 275 | 307 | 275 | 307 | 360 |
| Fuel recommendation | 95RON Unleaded Premium | - | - | - | - | - |
| Curb Weight (kg) | 1714 | 1753 | 1844 | 1754 | 1845 | 1899 |
| Fuel Economy (US MPG) | 40.8 | 40.2 | 35.9 | 40.2 | 35.2 | 33.3 |
| Brakes | Solid, 2 piston front & 1 piston rear | - | - | - | - | Vented, 2 piston front & 1 piston rear |
| Seating | 2 front 3 rear | - | - | - | - | - |
| Interior | Standard leather with piano black trim | Premium leather with piano black trim | - | Premium leather with wood trim | - | Premium leather with brushed aluminium trim |
| Infotainment System | Tanaka Premium Infotainment System | - | - | Tanaka Premium HUD | - | Tanaka Premium Infotainment System |
| Traction Aids | ABS+TC+ESC | - | - | - | - | - |
| Suspension (springs/dampers/sway bars) | Progressive/Gas Mono-Tube/Semi-Active | Progressive/Adaptive/Semi-Active | - | Progressive/Semi-Active/Active | - | Progressive/Adaptive/Active |
| Base Price (without mark-ups, taxes and shipping costs) | $46100 | $51300 | $57800 | $53700 | $60100 | $66200 |
Note: The currency is in Automation Dollars
We hope that this new Atlantis will further emphasize our premium and prestigious part of the new era for Tanaka Motors.
All test drives are welcome! Just PM me on which exact trim you want.
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Ursula AG Official Press Event @Tokyo Motor Show 2019
TOKYO: Ursula AG has officially announced it’s latest iteration of the E-series supercars under it’s Ursula RennSport division, the new Ursula E2 in Tokyo this week. The E2 is Ursula’s latest supercar offering, and with the plethora of new tech included, the E2 is certainly the performance icon for the next decade.
Highlights:
The all new Ursula E2: Striking the Future.
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The all-new Ursula E2 is now officially announced in this show on Tokyo. It serves as the replacement of the E1 supercar, which was launched as a limited run of 400 units from 2010 to 2015. Like the E1, it was built from the ground up with no relations to any Ursula model.
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The E1’s turbo boxer-6 engine is now officially replaced by a biofuel-powered 3.6 V8 twin-turbo producing 655 hp. Despite the larger size, it’s more lighter with the extensive use of high-tech materials and production process. Each engine was handbuilt by master craftsmen to ensure the quality and consistency of the vehicle.
Whilst the new power unit has a small power deficit that led to a much modest 655 HP, compared to the boxer-6’s much impressive 755 HP, the car is still no slouch either. With a lighter carbon fiber shell and wheels, more aerodynamic design, and the use of electric motors made it a better performer compared to the E1. A higher top speed, much quicker 0-60 times and a more agile driving experience is the result of this improvement.
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The E2 is also equipped with the advanced eDrive direct-drive transmission. Unlike conventional transmission units, it employs a direct drive mechanism to power the electric motors around all 4 wheels, creating an unique setup which works on any situations. At lower speeds, the electric motors does it’s job, but in speeds above 60 km/h the V8 will take over the job to help the vehicle gain faster top speeds.
Despite the advanced setup, the E2 is 20% lighter than the E1, and with the new technology and smart placement the E2 allows for a much lower center in gravity, improving vehicle handling in the process.
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Luxury is always a feature on all Ursulas, and this is no execption. The interior is created for the driver in mind, with lighter and more premium materials, more comfortable seats, AMD Ryzen-powered Ursula Command Center, and a specially designed high-end sound system by Sennheiser creates an unique experience to the drive itself. It’s a light car, but it’s not light on features.
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Like the E1 that preceding it, the E2 is also a limited production vehicle as well, with 400 units confirmed to be produced in Ursula’s advanced Mannheim factory. With that said, each vehicle can be tailored to user’s specifications by special order. Prices will be confirmed later and all sales will go live on spring 2020.
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It looks like it came straight from the streets of Diesel City, but what good is a classic car without a petrol or diesel engine? At best, it’s nothing more than an expensive garden ornament. However, with a 450-kilometer range and 0-60 mph in just 2.1 seconds, it should dissuade anyone from ignoring it just for being a pure electric vehicle. Automation still does not support electric drivetrains at the moment, though - so what kind of petrol engine did you use to simulate one?
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