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After two teaser images, Kia has released the first official pictures of the Carens MPV that is scheduled to make its debut at the Paris Motor Show.Penned by ex- Audi designer Peter Schreyer around a theme that Kia describes as "dynamic space," the next-gen Carens wears a much sleeker design than the current model, which dates back to Kia's previous design language.  It has a low roofline and a long wheelbase, giving it an athletic stance that is not common in Europe's minivan segment. Available as a five-seater and a seven-seater, the new Carens' interior is lightyear ahead of the outgoing model.  It features a wide touch-screen to control the infotainment system, a digital instrument cluster and a conventional floor-mounted shifter.The Carens will likely be offered with the same engines that are found under the hood of the cee'd hatchback, including a wide range of gasoline-burning engines that go from a 99-horsepower 1.4-liter unit to a 12...

The images revealed a bike that seemed like a cross between a Hypermotard and a Multistrada. The bike revealed in the spyshots also showed traits of both the Multistrada and the Hypermotard, leaving everyone confused as to what this new Ducati was. It was also assumed that the new motorcycle could be a new mid range version of one of the two models, sporting a 849cc Testastretta V-Twin engine. On similar lines to the existing 848 mid-range Streetfighter. Ducati is expected to showcase all three new motorcycle models at the Milan Motorcycle Show (EICMA) in November but the first presentation will likely take place at a Ducati event, a few days prior to the Moto Show in Milan.

  The Subaru XV is a new type of crossover SUV that not only projects a great presence despite its compact sporty design, but also boasts a range of new features never seen before in an SUV. While the proportions of the Subaru XV convey a sense of elegance and lightness, its exterior design combines high ground clearance, large tire wheels, and all of the other features one would normally expect to find in an SUV.  What's more, superior drive performance and fuel efficiency made possible by Subaru next-generation power unit are joined here with the excellent maneuverability for which Subaru is renowned and an extremely high level of functionality. Thanks to the symmetrical All-Wheel-Drive and advanced Subaru Dynamic Chassis Control Concept - two core Subaru technologies - this vehicle feels incredibly safe and secure to drive. And as such, the new XV adds unique Subaru value to the ever-growing C-segment crossover market.  The Subaru XV comes with shift padd...