The first mass-produced hybrid vehicle was the 1997 Toyota Prius hatchback, which was revolutionary for that time. It used an original powertrain that combined sequential and parallel circuits. The powertrain consisted of a gasoline four-cylinder engine and two electric motors, as well as a planetary gearbo...
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Mazda is a Japanese commpany that has strted with conventional corks and became a world-class carmaker. Mazda Motor Corporation is a part of the Sumitomo keiretsu, established back in 1630! This larg production group includes the different companies, engaged in financial sector, mechanic engineering, power industry...
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The 3rd generation Mazda 6, a front-wheel drive Japanese D-class car, was released in 2012. Its restyled sedan version of 2017 is currently available on the Israeli market....
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Mazda 6 is a mid-size front-wheel drive Japanese D-class car produced by Mazda Corporation from 2002 to the present. In the Japanese market and in China, it is called the Mazda Atenza....
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Did you know that most cars are not just similar to each other, but can be 100% twins released under different brands?! In addition, there are a lot of car manufacturers in the world, and even more models. How to choose one and not make a mistake? Autoboom has made a unique (and very convenient!) comparison system....
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The Mazda CX-60 is a two-row mid-size SUV, launched in March 2022, for the European and Japanese markets. Mazda classifies the new CX-60 as a premium model. It is known that the SUV has become the first representative of the family of large models (Large Product Group) of the Japanese manufacturer, which will receiv...
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We are looking forward to seeing the new flagship SUV from Lexus in Israel, the luxurious and large Lexus LX 600. Keep in mind, the ‘600’ index in the SUV’s name does not mean that it will have a 6-liter engine. In fact, the new generation body-on-frame SUV is equipped with a much more modest 3.4-liter engine...
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At the beginning of summer 2022, the best-selling SUV by Lexus, the Lexus RX, received a new generation, moved to the new global GA-K platform, acquired improved plug-in hybrid systems, new exterior and interior design, as well as an updated infotainment system and the latest security systems. The 5th generation SU...
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The Lexus RZ is the first Lexus electric SUV built on the eTNGA platform, which makes it related to Toyota’s very first “Beyond Zero”, the Toyota bZ4X, and its “twin” Subaru Solterra. But unlike them, the Lexus RZ produces more power (313 hp versus 217 hp) and boasts premium equipment. The Lexus electric vehicl...
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The Israeli automotive market has been showing strong growth since the beginning of 2023, due to an increase in deliveries of cars. According to a report by the Automobile Importers Association published on March 2, 29,132 new vehicles were delivered to Israel in February 2023, up 15.2% as compared to February 2022...
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On November 25, 2022, the jury of the international ‘Car of the Year 2023’ competition in Europe published a list of 7 finalists, five of which are fully electric, have an electrified version or are equipped with a hybrid system: Jeep Avenger, Nissan Ariya, Kia Niro, Volkswagen ID. Buzz, and Toyota bZ4X. And only tw...
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The cost of Toyota models in Israel will increase: the website of Union Motors, the exclusive supplier of Toyota in Israel, has published an updated price list for 2023. Let’s make it clear from the very beginning that the increase is insignificant. For example, the popular Toyota Corolla sedan will increase in pric...
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What’s the first car that comes to mind when you think of a truly powerful electric supercar? Of course, the Tesla Model S Plaid with its 1,115 hp 3-motor powertrain, a maximum speed of 320 km/h and an acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h in 1.99 seconds. But Tesla isn’t the only brand making powerful electric cars...
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Everyone knows what an electric vehicle (EV) or electric vehicle (EV) is? Just in case, remember that this is a vehicle that is propelled by an electric motor powered by rechargeable batteries or other electrical energy (electricity) storage devices. This is a classic definition of electric vehicles, which hav...
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