Italdesign Tex concept

The second concept from Volkswagen's recently acquired Italdesign was the Tex. A research study into the potential future design language of the German brand, the Tex also draws on existing technologies from Wolfsburg.  Utilizing the 'twin drive' plug-in hybrid system, the Tex is capable of a range of 35 kilometers in electric mode, a range Giugiaro claims is ample enough for day-to-day commuting. Adopting a sporting pretense, the Tex is low slung, sitting atop large 19-inch diameter wheels and sports an aggressive DRG.

SEAT confirms it will launch its first SUV in 2016

SEAT The Spanish carmaker SEAT today confirmed it will launch its first SUV in two years' time. Likely to be inspired by the IBX concept car, the new SEAT 4x4 will share technology with Volkswagen's compact SUV range. Little has been announced about the launch of SEAT's SUV, but the company has shown a clutch of concept cars over the past decade, including the IBX (above) and the Tribu (below).

Renault Megane CC (2010) Teased

Renault are teasing the 2010 Megane CC ahead of a launch at Geneva in March We’ve got used over the last few years to car makers milking the launch of every new model, update, trim change and engine mod with a few judiciously ’Arty’ teaser photos to whet the appetites of prepect buyers. Although in truth they’re really providing stories for online news. We’re always hungry for stories and car makers know that.