autoevolution 5 Mar 2021, 11:26 UTC ·
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Toyota keeps filling trademark applications for the Celica nameplate, with the most recent one registered in January. Every time that happens, enthusiasts start wondering if the move actually has something to do with the rumored resurrection of the sports car nameplate. Until we get more clues on the matter, we ve brought along an independent rendering showcasing such a potential revival. 6 photos
Back in the summer of 2017, the Japanese automaker filed a trademark application for the Celica name with the U.S. Patent and Trademark office. One year later, Masayuki Kai, the Toyota Supra assistant chief engineer said that while the company would love to bring back more of its sporty nameplates, such as the Celica and the mid-engined MR2, building a business case for sports car is extremely difficult these days.
Next-Gen Dodge Viper Looks Like a Striking Supercar in Sharp Rendering 1 Mar 2021, 16:45 UTC ·
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It s no secret that, in the supercar segment, styling is the primary language of love. And with so many proposals, be they real or virtual, showing up these days, introducing a design that stands out is no easy feat. Nevertheless, the rendering we have here, an independent effort that could easily portray the hypothetical Viper revival, seems to tick all the right boxes. 4 photos
The Viper was discontinued back in 2017, since sales of the Gen V fell below expectations, despite the vehicle s stellar performance and the fact that it could rival Italian exotics for a fraction of the cost.