Tokyo Auto Salon: New Toyota FT-86 G Sports Concept
Toyota is getting attention at the Tokyo Auto Salon today with the unveiling of the updated FT-86 G Sports concept. This is the latest version of the “Toyobaru” joint project between Toyota and Subaru. The G sports concept features a much more track-ready appearance from the outside, including more substantial air intakes and brake vents, and a hard-to-miss rear spoiler.
Power comes from Subaru’s 2.0-L, 4-cylinder Boxer , which has been given a turbo boost. Specs are not yet known, although there is speculation that it could share similar numbers with the Boxer found in Japan’s Limited Impreza R205. Ride height has been lowered by 30mm, compared to the original FT-86, and grip is provided by a set of Bridgestone Potenza RE050s on 19″ rims.
Inside Line’s Wacky Predictions for 2010
We don’t consider Inside Line as the highpoint for automotive journalism–any site that runs a comparo between an old Ferrari 308 GTB and a Korean minivan is likely a waste. But the refreshed (and overdone) Edmunds spin-off has run an oddball list of ten events it sees happening in 2010.
The article was done by someone going under the creative name of “the Mechanic.” Rumor has it he was a former Detroit exotic dancer, sometime salesman, and later editor for The Advocate. Actually, we’re not really sure. Nor do we care.
So here is a summary of Inside Line’s predictions:
The BMW 5 Series GT and Honda Accord Crosstour will be colossal failures.
The Chevy Volt will be a sales flop. Read more
Video: Ken Block’s Trax Sti
Ken Block and DCshoes.com have brought us yet another amazing fun machine packed full of Subaru goodness. A lifted Subaru Impreza WRX Sti sitting on top of 3 foot of tank tread is how Ken Block hits the slopes of Guardsman Pass, Utah. Ripping through snow drifts and blasting down snow covered roads this Trax Sti brings a whole new name to the world of Subaru. Surprisingly, the vehicle is very nimble even though it sits up so high! Instead of getting cold and wet on a normal snowmobile, the Subaru Trax Sti keeps you surrounded in creature comforts of an automobile while blasting down paths intended for snowmobiles and skiing enthusiasts.
These tank like tracks can actually be purchased through a manufacturer called “Mattracks”. No pricing information is listed, but these treads are heavy duty and can support vehicles up to 8,000 lbs! Say good bye to the days of being locked out or in your cabin due to heavy snow. With Ken Block’s Trax Sti fitted with Mattracks, there is no stoping you! Suitable for other terrains beside snow, these are suitable for all the avid offroad fans out there who love to get their Subaru dirty. Read more
The Martensson Impreza STi Concept
Video game designer Lars Martensson has put his digital skills to better use by amusing the automotive community and, more importantly, me. Martensson (or “GRID,” as he enjoys being called) has joined the Subie resistance in fighting against the current styling of the Impreza. Martensson’s vision for the next Impreza employs an aggressive and angular surface, a wider fascia, and narrowed headlamps. He’s received a lot of applause for his vision. See it and judge for yourself the merits Martensson’s digital hatch.
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