BMW M1 Homage Concept Car is one amazing car. In a nod to the 30th anniversary of the fabled BMW M1 supercar, BMW Group Design just launched a new concept car that acts as a homage to it—and that’s also what they named it. At the Concorso d’Eleganza Villa d’Este 2008 this week, the company debuted the BMW M1 Homage, which they call a “design study in the tradition of a BMW Turbo that represents a contemporary take on the BMW M1 and the mid-engine concept.”

The concept’s Liquid Orange paint is meant as a tribute to the original car’s color, The air vents in the hood, the twin rear badges, the rear window louvers, and the black cut line that separates the roof line from the rear of the car are also details that made it into the new version. The dimensions are mostly the same as the original except for an extended wheelbase for more interior room. The headlights almost disappear into the car when closed, as a kind of new iteration of the long-since-gone retractable lamps of old.

There’s no word on anything underneath the skin, but let’s hope they decide to build it.

Powered by a commanding 2.0-liter Theta II turbocharged engine producing 290 hp paired with a Gasoline Direct Injection twin scroll turbocharger for greater power and efficiency, the KOUP delivers astonishing torque of 289 lb-ft at a low 2,000 rpm sustained to 4,000 rpm. Lower grille openings enable additional air intake for extra power.

The Kia KOUP concept features an uncomplicated yet dynamic wedge shape along its sides stemming from its glowing, carbon fiber and black chrome enhanced LED headlamp lenses.

Kia KOUP Concept

In keeping with the KOUP’s sporty essence, Continuous Damping Control for quick movements and sharp turns paired with a sport-tuned, 4-wheel independent suspension and strut tower bar offer a tighter grip for more spirited driving.

Renault Megane Coupe Concept

Renault came with a big surprise at 2008 Geneva Auto Show and this is the Renault Megane Coupe Concept.
Even is too early to be happy, because it is only a concept, the Renault Megane Coupe will also have a series version, and this is not all. The concept shows us the new generation of Renault Megane lines and forms, which will probably be launched at Paris Auto Show, in this year autumn. The actual Megane is commercialized since 2002 and there are all chances that this will be the last year for it.
Source: carsandtuning.org

Renault Megane Coupe Concept

Renault Megane Coupe Concept

Buick presented a very interesting concept called Riviera. Enjoy a nice gallery with the new Buick Riviera Concept.

Buick Riviera Concept

Buick Riviera Concept

Buick Riviera Concept

Buick Riviera Concept

Ferrari has chosen Detroit as the venue for the presentation at a bio-fuel powered F430 Spider, in recognition of growing interest in North America in alternative sources of energy.
The development of an engine powered by the bio-fuel E85 comes as part of a research and development program announced during the Technological Innovation Conference held at Maranello last June as part of our 60th Anniversary Celebrations.

Ferrari 430 Spider Bio Fuel Concept

The Ferrari F430 Spider Biofuel uses an 85% ethanol mix and was developed with using experience gleaned in competition. By developing this technological demonstration prototype however, Ferrari has proved category that it can offer the technological solutions demanded by the market demands without impinging on the distinctly sporty, high performance character and supreme driving pleasure of the unique cars it builds at Maranello.