The awesome Honda Mugen...
The awesome Honda Mugen Dominator is a supercharged version of the two-door Japan-spec Civic. Developing a massive 300bhp, it hints at what we can expect from the European Type R version, which will debut at March"s Geneva Motor Show, before going on sale early next year. Developed by tuning arm Mugen primarily for the Japanese market, the two-door has been confirmed for production. While none of the specialist Hondas will be officially brought to the UK, private importers are sure to be keen to ship examples to Britain for Japanese performance car enthusiasts.
Luxury finishes on mainstream...
Luxury finishes on mainstream cars are a step closer, as boffins have worked out how to add a touch of class to budget trim. They"ve discovered an easy way to stick a veneer of good-quality materials to standard cabin components, so that even basic models can feel like range-toppers. The scientists - of Battelle, a technology company in Ohio, US - say the technique is carried out as the parts come out of the moulding machines.