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Toyota Raize & Taisor Rendered, Launch Soon?

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  Toyota Raize & Taisor Rendered, Launch Soon? Toyota recently trademarked the two names in India Toyota has trademarked Raize and Taisor names in India and we come up with the render images of both the cars. While the Raize is expected to be based on the Maruti Brezza, the Taisor is likely to be the Fronx rebadged version. Toyota is not expected to name the rebadged Brezza as Urban Cruiser now because they are already using this nomenclature for the Hyryder. It is expected to get a new fascia inspired by the Fortuner just like the previous generation. The Raize is likely to get a new grille, new headlights and of course the Toyota badging on it. We can also expect new alloy wheel design with the rebadged vehicle. The Maruti Fronx based Toyota Taisor will get the shape of the Fronx but the front profile is likely to be completely different. The crossover is expected to come with a new grille and headlights along with a new bumper as well. We can expect new alloy wheel design too. H

Toyota showcases bZ Sport Crossover, bZ Flexspace EVs in Shanghai

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 Toyota has showcased two bZ born EV concepts at the ongoing Shanghai Motor show previewing an imminent expansion to its global bZ EV line-up, which includes popular models like the bZ4X crossover and the bZ3 sedan. The duo arrive as a wave of 10 electric cars that Toyota plans to sell in China by 2026. 1 . Both born-EV models to feature BYD battery tech. 2 .Both sit on e-TNGA platform shared with GAC Toyota bZ Sports crossover looks production ready The more distinctive of the pair is the luridly coloured bZ Sports Crossover – a sleek, high-riding four-door coupe that looks set to evolve into a performance-oriented sibling of the upcoming bZ3X crossover, which was previewed earlier as the bZ compact crossover. Toyota has not given any details of what lies underneath the "active and distinctive" bodyshell, but it's highly likely to use the same e-TNGA architecture as the Toyota bZ4X – it's being developed in partnership with Guangzhou Automobile Group (GAC), which bui

New Lexus LM MPV unveiled at Shanghai; India launch soon

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 All-new Lexus LM sits on TNGA-K modular platform; gets petrol-hybrid powertrain options and a long list of luxury features. Lexus has unveiled the second-gen LM MPV at the ongoing Shanghai Auto Show 2023. Unlike its predecessor, the new Lexus LM will now be sold in more markets, including India (as reported by us recently), Europe, the Middle East and the United Kingdom. The new LM, which stands for Luxury Mover, has now been designed for even more comfort and luxury, especially for customers who are not looking for a chauffeur driven SUV. The new Lexus LM MPV will be based on the new-gen Toyota Alphard and Vellfire, which are also expected to make a global debut soon. 1.Second-gen Lexus LM gets two seating options. 2.Gets noise reducing wheels and tyres. 3.Top variant gets 48-inch widescreen TV New Lexus LM MPV styling details. The new Lexus LM is now based on Toyota’s GA-K modular platform, which is a common base for a long list of cars, including the Camry , the Lexus ES, the Lexu

Volkswagen ID.4 GTX showcased in India

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 - Offered with both RWD and AWD  -To be launched soon in India  The German marque, Volkswagen, has officially showcased the ID.4 GTX in India for the first time. The electric crossover was unveiled globally in 2021 and is based on the ID Crozz concept that was showcased in India at the 2020 Auto Expo.  The ID.4 is the second electric car from the brand and is based on the MEB platform. The crossover features an aerodynamic design with an enclosed grille upfront, sleek-looking headlamps with DRLs, a chunky rear end, and a thick D-pillar. At the rear, it gets a full-width LED bar, a blackened roof with spoiler, GTX badging on the boot, and a freshly designed rear bumper. It now rides on 20-inch alloy wheels. The cabin of the ID.4 GTX comes equipped with a large 12.0-inch infotainment display, a digital cluster, a panoramic sunroof, and a power-operated rear liftgate. The centre console now has room for two bottle holders as the gear selector and the parking brake lever have been elimin

MG Cyberster EV officially revealed; becomes most powerful MG ever

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He Cyberster will be offered in single- and dual-motor set-ups, with the latter producing up to 543hp. MG has officially released the first set of details of the all-electric Cyberster sportscar at the ongoing Shanghai motor show 2023. The drop-top sportscar will go on sale in multiple markets sometime next year. 1.MG Cyberster EV is larger than Porsche 718. 2.Gets two powertrain options. 3.MG will launch the Comet EV in India this month. MG Cyberster EV: what is it ? The MG Cyberster is the brand’s first sportscar in years and also its first EV sportscar. It premieres a sleek new design language reminiscent of MG's historic sporting heritage. The unique scissor doors are an innovative addition, and its door handles are placed on the accent line that starts from the A-pillar and extends to the rear. The Cyberster also gets unique arrow-shaped tail-lights and a split rear diffuser. The model's design was leaked earlier this month by government filings in China, which suggested i