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Over the past few months we’ve brought you pictures of camouflaged prototypes, the loosely disguised concept and even the patent designs of the next 2012 Honda CR-V, but today, thanks to our tipster Andy Ye, we bring you the first official images of the final production model.

Not surprisingly, the styling changes over the concept CR-V we saw this summer are restricted to the matte finish of the plastic cladding on the body, the smaller wheels and the clear graphics on the headlamps and tail lamps.

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2012 Subaru Impreza is going to seep into hearts of many with its performance oriented features and a style worth flaunting. The coupe will be offered in five trim options that includes base, Premium, Sport Premium, Limited and Sport Limited. The curvy ride is fuel efficient and will emerge as a winner on roads. The inside volume is commendable but the car still manages to look compact from the outside.

What does it offer?

The overall look of Subaru Impreza manages to create an impression. It is much more efficient and has been refined for delivering a much better performance. This is the fourth generation Subaru Impreza that will come with a start/stop engine technology which stretches through the entire range that will be made available. The driver-friendly coupe will stand out of the crowd, all because of its all-wheel drive system.

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The Hyundai Veloster has been awarded the maximum five-star safety rating by independent vehicle assessment organisation, Euro NCAP.

The results of the rigorous test process include class-best scores for the 1+2 door sports coupe. 2011 Veloster has achieved a rating ot 96% in the adult occupant category and in the child occupant category it managed to gather 89%. The electronic stability program and seatbelt reminder systems contributed to the car’s score of 71% in the safety assist category.

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Next up on our list of Lexusproject cars for the upcoming 2011 Specialty Equipment Market Association show is the CT 200h by Five Axis.

The aftermarket firm tricked out the hybrid hatchback with a custom paint job and a wide-body conversion. A lowered suspension and a set of 19-inch forged alloy wheels paired with 235/40ZR19 front and rear Yokohama tires lend the CT200 h a more aggressive stance.

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Now that we’ve seen what the Blue Oval is cooking fro this year’s edition of the SEMA event in terms of small cars and trucks, it’s time to also talk about its SUV offensive. Ford will bring three custom incarnation of the Explorer to the event, which each one using a totally different approach.

The three designs are being created by DSO Eyewear, Stitchcraft Interiors and Tjin. The first brings an upper class look, with a lowered suspension, 24-inch rims, a Katzkin leather finish for the cabin and a Pearl White coat.

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