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The Mercedes GLE Coupé

noreply@blogger.com (Unknown) — Mon, 02 Jan 2017 07:56:00 +0000

The Mercedes GLE Coupé with the tuning body kit from Hamann Motorsport will not only be nine centimeters wider and much more brutal, but the AMG will be considerably stronger if desired.
Hamann Motorsport expands its program for the Mercedes GLE Coupé and offers all tuning fans a body kit that makes the distinctive off-roader from Stuttgart even more aggressive.

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Strikingly designed fender extensions on the front and rear axles are combined with an attachment for the front apron, which pushes the SUV Coupé visually even closer to the asphalt and which already looks objectively more than a stately nine centimeter broadening even more imposing.

Mercedes GLE Coupé

The front of the Mercedes-AMG GLE 63 Coupé, which is already embossed from the factory by a huge air intake on the entire vehicle width, moves even further towards the motor sport and provides the GLE Coupé with Hamann tuning additional overtaking.

An even more impressive impression is the rear section, which is upgraded with a new apron, including a diffuser painted in car paint and a conspicuous rear spoiler. From almost every perspective, the wider mudguards, which are by no means exaggerated in view of the tires measuring 22 inches in diameter on the rear axle, 325 millimeters in width, and which are held in contrasting black are by no means exaggerated.

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The Bodykit from Hamann side skirts is harmoniously rounded to provide a suitable optical connection between the wheel arches. More about: Mercedes-AMG GLE 63 S from Brabus

Mercedes GLE Series

HAMANN MAKES THE MERCEDES GLE COUPÉ NOW BREITER NEWS
On request, however, Hamann offers some more tuning components for the Mercedes GLE Coupé. A conspicuous bonnet in sight carbon underlines the sportiness of the broad legs as well as a three-part front spoiler. Thanks to the performance-oriented wheel-tire combination, the performance potential of the Mercedes-AMG GLE 63 S Coupé can now be exhausted right up to the limit. And there goes a lot! The AMG GLE already boosted 585 hp (430 kW) with its 5.5-liter engine, the engineers at Hamann were able to elicit 680 hp (500 kW) of the eight-cylinder engine by means of chip tune - which is almost 17 percent compared to the series more efficient. The torque also rises to an impressive 900 Newton meters. And since the Laupheimer tuner has abolished the electronic limitation, the GLE-SUV can now run up to 300 km / h! More about the topic: Two SUV Coupés with over 1000 HP

New York 2011: Nissan Leaf

noreply@blogger.com (Unknown) — Fri, 29 Apr 2011 13:42:00 +0000

New York 2011: Nissan Leaf "World Car often the Year"
The Nissan Leaf is "World Car of the Year 2011". In the context of the New York International Auto Show announced the jury's decision to put the electric vehicle through, inter alia, the BMW 5 Series and the Audi A8.

In November 2010, the Nissan Leaf was in Europe was "Car of the Year 2011"award.

2011 World Performance Car, the Ferrari 458 Italia. The design award 2011 World Car of the Year was the Aston Martin Rapide. 2011 World Green Car of the Chevrolet Volt was.

The Lamborghini Aventador with little camouflage

noreply@blogger.com (Unknown) — Thu, 28 Apr 2011 10:54:00 +0000

Lamborghini Murcielago The replacement has finally arrived, many know him as Jack others think it is called throwing, but the company has not yet confirmed the name. However, already here and we can see, thanks to some spy photos with little camouflage and in all its glory.

These pictures were ever published in the social network Facebook, which were taken in an exclusive event restricted to a privileged few, and we have to thank one of them could not resist the urge to take some photos of new sports popular brand.

According to the last detail the car would have an output of 700 hp, but would reduce emissions by 20% and consumption, for more details and other features of the car have to wait until the Geneva Motor Show, an event which will be presented for the first time.

Ferrari aims to have three cars in F1

noreply@blogger.com (Unknown) — Thu, 07 Apr 2011 15:38:00 +0000

Montezemolo is becoming stranger than ever, now wants to have three cars for the Ferrari F1, and not only that, but it has been proposed that only cars "of the good teams, so that only good teams make money, and all pilots have material to compete.

If we see in terms of advertising, the idea might not sound so discriminatory and ridiculous, because we have to focus on the F1 or different skills in reality only serve to generate more publicity for big brands.

Ferrari aims 3 cars in F1

Besides wanting to incorporate three car teams such as McLaren, Ferrari, Mercedes or any other, has also mentioned that the third party would be operated by satellite, and did not stop there, Luca pointed to two teams in particular: the Chip Ganassi, and Penske.

Something really odd, considering it would be a total loss for small teams, for their part and it seems Ferrari is only thinking of more advertising, especially for North America, United States, as this market is the best of the Italian brand.

We do not know if Montezemolo achieve what occurred, or if you really have what it takes to comply with the above, what we can say is that perhaps come major changes in F1 next season.

BMW builds electric car in China from 2013

noreply@blogger.com (Unknown) — Sun, 09 Jan 2011 19:53:00 +0000

BMW will start from 2013 in China, the mass production of an electric car, developed together with joint venture partner Brillinace. BMW announced this yesterday, CEO Dr. Norbert Reithofer during a visit by Chinese Vice Premier Li Keqiang, in Munich. The guest was briefed by a delegation including the Mini E, the BMW Active E and the technology of the future electric vehicles. BMW wants to work closely with the e-mobility with the Chinese government.

It was developed in cooperation with Tongji University in Shanghai in the first Sino-German research project for electric vehicles, an electrically-powered BMW 5 Series in the long version. Beginning of the year will be tested in addition, the Mini E also in Beijing and Shenzhen. This also applies to the BMW Active E, a pure electric vehicle based on the BMW 1 Series, which this year is in China for use.

The BMW Group produced since 2003 at its Chinese site in Shenyang Brilliance vehicles for the 3 and 5 series. The company had announced in November 2009 to build a second manufacturing plant in China. There is also the future of the BMW X1 will be manufactured. The total investment for the new plant in Shenyang Tiexi in the region totals 560 million euros, the share Brilliance and BMW each half. The start of production scheduled for 2012. It will be created in the coming years, more than 4,000 new jobs in Shenyang.

Thus, the production capacity of BMW in China to rise significantly each year from 2012 to over 150,000 vehicles. In the long term have both works together - depending on market development - with potential for 300 000 vehicles per year.

China is now the third largest market of the Munich car manufacturer. With 152 000 units by the end of November, the annual sales figure for 2010 of 120 000 units was exceeded. Given the strong market growth, the dealer network to be expanded this year in China. (Ampnet / jri)

Detroit 2011: Ford Focus 2012 Electric comes to Europe

noreply@blogger.com (Unknown) — Sun, 09 Jan 2011 15:53:00 +0000

Ford yesterday in advance of the Auto Show in Detroit presents the Ford Focus Electric. The vehicle is to be introduced in the second half of 2012 in North America and comes to Europe. With technical details of the Ford holds back a bit. Thus, the range is specified for the time being to be sufficient for daily driving habits "normal U.S. and European users. What is certain is that coupled with a 1-speed electric motor is designed for a speed of 136 mph.

A complete charge cycle of articles for the American market models will accept a 240-volt charging station only three to four hours. supplied as standard is a 120-volt cable for the household connection. An intelligent energy management based on Microsoft also charges the battery just to request if the current is very cheap.

During operations, Ford relies on modern electronic communication. The driver is informed not only on the charge of the lithium ion battery, the available range and the distance to the nearest charging station, it learns as well as the current consumption of the air conditioning affects the rest of the range. In the form of stylized butterflies shows the right display in the instrument panel the efficient or less efficient use of the automobile to. As another example, the data obtained by the new brake energy regeneration kilometers and displayed by the electric drive saved liters of fuel. Navigation is also designed to the specific requirements of an electric vehicle, and warns, among other things, if it is critical to achieve the target with the remaining residual energy. The system then recommends where appropriate, a more fuel-efficient "eco" route.

In North America can own a Ford Focus Electric wealth of information about your phone or mobile call from a distance, such as a message to terminate the charging process or the current status of range.

The basic equipment of the Ford Focus Electric has 17-inch wheels, Audi conditioning, navigation system with voice control, KeyFree-start function and a split folding backrest. Ford builds the Focus Electric, first in Wayne, Michigan. The local plant derives some of its electricity from one of the largest solar power plants in the country. Where are the European units will be manufactured will be decided in the coming days. (Ampnet / jri)

Toyota review more than a million cars in the United States

noreply@blogger.com (Unknown) — Sat, 28 Aug 2010 10:21:00 +0000

The hard times never end for Toyota, Akio Toyota may be looking forward to be completed this year, as has been the worst for the whole story of his car dealership. Toyota's problem is that 1.13 million vehicles must be reviewed by a problem in their engine 1ZZ-FE 1.8 liters mounted models from 2005 to 2008 Corolla and Matrix.

Apparently the big problem would be that the engine could stall due to a failure in the welds of a circuit used in the engine control module, which could lead to witness the lighting of warning, abrupt changes, or refusal to boot, and also that it could undo all the driving so difficult today.

To make matters worse luck and new Toyota car models have been three minor accidents, but related to this defect, for now the only recall has made the United States, but may be extended, as might happen in cars like the Avenis and Lotus Elise, which has the same engine.

BMW makes their cars on a diet with carbon fiber

noreply@blogger.com (Unknown) — Mon, 23 Aug 2010 13:57:00 +0000

BMW Cars have decided to diet to all of its cars, is known as the Blog Coach brand and is considering seriously to progressively many of their models end with the sole purpose of having the central cell in carbon fiber, which would that their cars are much lighter.

Although it is a good alternative to know that we have carbon fiber in their cars also creates certain risks and problems for the company, one of them is the theme of recycling.
However it may be that BMW Car Models would dare to turn their cars and perhaps become the first brand to be exclusive carbon fiber.

For now, the first car to start with a shift towards the carbon fiber is the megacity, which will feature large-scale technology. We're eager to see.

I put a 1000 hp Twin-Turbo Ferrari Enzo

noreply@blogger.com (Unknown) — Sun, 22 Aug 2010 09:31:00 +0000

Make some modification to a Ferrari is almost a sin for all those true lovers of the Italian brand, but there is a very challenging person which not only made small modifications to your Ferrari, but I play the 6-liter V12 to atmospheric Turbocharging bending and thus reach 1,000 hp.

Thanks to this madness because it has become one of the world's fastest Ferraris, this car could mark an anthology speed record at Bonneville Speed Week.
You may think that this person is the worst, only to change his Ferrari to win careers, for this beautiful Italian model was not the best when it left the factory.

This is because the Twin Turbo Ferrari Enzo that we now see in his past life was destroyed by an accident that led to its owner more than four years in a rally in Utah, and even now is not the best in a matter of design and color we are pleased that at least alive.

Now the owner is determined to beat the Enzo in series, thus overcoming a 350 km / h which can have the original Ferrari. That will be a battle that we lose no doubt.

2011 Infiniti M35h

noreply@blogger.com (Unknown) — Sun, 15 Aug 2010 14:09:00 +0000

The 2011 Infiniti M35h also called the 'driver's hybrid' by the Japanese automaker, will hit the European market next year, and some of the steering and braking technologies on it are world's firsts.

The 2011 Infiniti M35h uses a 3.5-litre petrol V6 and a 68 PS (50 kW) electric motor for propulsion while power is put to the ground via a seven-speed automatic gearbox. Unfortunately the automaker did not specify any performance figures for its 2011 Infiniti M35h, but it did mention that this will be their most fuel efficient model in the M Line line-up, with the lowest CO2 footprint.

The steering on the 2011 Infiniti M35h uses an electro-hydraulic system with 'on-demand' assistance while the brakes (called the Electric Driven Intelligent Brake) are oriented at both performance as well as low CO2 emissions.

Extensive details regarding these two innovations are available in the press release below the jump, and Inifiniti said it will sell the M35h on all of their 34 world markets.

The 2011 Infiniti M35h price will get announced as the on-sale date approaches.

Inifiniti press release :

ROLLE, Switzerland (August 13, 2010) – The “driver’s hybrid” from Infiniti, the M35h, will introduce world-first steering and braking technologies when it goes on sale in the USA and Europe in 2011. The debut systems have been designed to deliver both environmental benefits and enhanced driving feel, reinforcing strengths already central to the Infiniti M35h with its innovative one motor/two clutch system.

Like the drivetrain, which marries a charismatic V6 petrol engine with 50 kW (68 PS) electric motor built in to the 7-speed automatic transmission, simplicity was a key tenet in the development of the steering and brakes of the high performance luxury sedan.

The steering of the Infiniti M35h is an electro-hydraulic system with“on-demand” assistance. It offers the advantages of both types of steering – the natural and smooth feel of hydraulic power steering and the improved fuel efficiency of an electric system – while the motor cuts in only when the wheel is turned, further boosting efficiency. The system is smaller than traditional power steering set-ups, a feat achieved by integrating multiple parts.

The brakes are similarly designed primarily to suit sports sedan buyers’ needs, but at the same time contributing to the lower carbon footprint of the M35h, low CO2 champion of Infiniti’s all-new M Line sedan line-up.

The engineers looked to the hybrid system itself for the solution. What they came up with – a way to use the vehicle’s electric drive motorto operate the brake cylinders – represents another world-first innovation for the Japanese brand.

The system is called Electric Driven Intelligent Brake. When the driver steps on the brake pedal, the necessary braking force is maintained while the hydraulic pressure of the friction brake is controlled to help maximize the energy regeneration of the hybrid motor.Because of its simple structure, in which the motor directly operates the brake cylinders, the Electric Driven Intelligent Brake system has the potential to be a key part of all future Infiniti Direct Response Hybrid vehicles.

The simplicity of these elegant mechanical solutions, with their emphasis on more compactness, lighter weight and fewer parts, is made possible by advanced computerized control.

Another benefit of both the new steering and braking systems is that they work with the innovative drivetrain to enhance the driving experience rather than dilute it in the manner of some hybrid vehicles. Designed to be fast and responsive with a strong sporting bias to the rear-wheel drive handling, the Infiniti M35h aims to deliver an exhilarating drive in all situations.

Central to this is its one motor/two clutch system. The first clutch is installed between the naturally-aspirated 3.5-litre V6 and the electric motor, which is embedded within the automatic transmission. Theelectronically controlled clutch allows the full decoupling of the V6 when the car is in electric drive and power regeneration modes. Decoupling the V6 reduces mechanical drag and boosts the efficiency of the electric motor.

Aided by an exceptionally fast charge/discharge response from the lithium-ion battery pack, the result is a hybrid that’s electrically powered for more of the time, and at higher speeds, than conventional hybrids.

Yet when the driver demands it the Infiniti M35h car models responds like a truehigh performance machine, offering the linear acceleration and unsullied rear-drive handling of a true Infiniti – complete with all the charisma of one of the great V6 petrol engines. Like the 7-speed Adaptive Shift Control (ASC) automatic transmission that blips the throttle on downchanges, the new braking and steering technologies are integral to the M35h’s positioning as the hybrid to please the most demanding of drivers.

Infiniti’s first hybrid, the M35h is the low CO2 star of the all-new M Line which also includes petrol and diesel models and which is the first M ever to be sold in all of Infiniti’s 34 world markets.

Among the Infiniti M’s many other claims to fame are the world-first Blind Spot Intervention (BSI), state-of-the-art Forest Air climate control and Active Noise Control, while comfort and luxury are taken care of with double-piston dampers and the availability of semi-aniline leather in the spacious cabin.

M35h sales start in spring 2011 car models, depending on market.

Alpina B5 BiTurbo BMW 5 Series

noreply@blogger.com (Unknown) — Wed, 04 Aug 2010 11:44:00 +0000

The Alpina B5 BiTurbo BMW 5 Series based on the 2011MY version was announced back in June when the German tuner published just a sketched photo with their creation. We now have a pair of new photos with the Alpina B5 BiTurbo BMW 5 Series which could be described by the 'wolf in sheep's clothing' phrase, considering the dicrete body work versus the V8's serious output.

To be more exact, the Alpina B5 BiTurbo BMW 5 Series packs 507 horsepower and 700 Nm of torque @ 3,000 rpm which means the German super saloon can accelerate from 0 to 62 mph in 4.7 seconds and hit a maximum speed of 191 mph. As far as efficiency and emissions the Alpina B5 BiTurbo BMW 5 Series returns 26.2 mph in a combined cycle and has CO2 emissions of 252 grams per Km.

The Alpina B5 BiTurbo BMW 5 Series comes with an 8-speed automatic transmission and re-adjusted dampers to suit the new 20 inch size wheels wrapped in non-runflat tires.

The Alpina B5 BiTurbo BMW 5 Series is already available in the UK although pricing was not announced yet.

Alpina press release :

Following its worldwide launch at the recent Goodwood Festival of Speed, the keenly anticipated ALPINA counterpart of the new BMW 5-Seriessaloon is now available in the UK.

With it’s V8 engine producing 507HP and massive torque – 700 Nm at 3,000 rpm - this new super saloon is capable of 0-62 in only 4.7 secondsand 191 mph, yet the B5 conforms to ALPINA's enduring commitment to supplement gains in power and performance with similar advances in efficiency and reduced emissions. CO2 emissions are 252 g/km and combined fuel consumption 26.2 mpg; remarkable for a car of this size and performance.

ALPINA's 'trademark' blend of sporting character and limousine-like comfort has also developed with a new switchable eight-speed automatic transmission and BMW’s adjustable electronic dampers have been reconfigured for it’s combination of 20” wheels and non-runflat tyres.

John Quigley, Managing Director of ALPINA GB, describing the new ALPINA B5 as an unbeatable combination of luxury, exclusivity and performance says : “With the next generation BMW M5 yet to be announced,the B5 fills a significant market gap”.

He adds: “The fact that Goodwood was chosen for the world debut of the car demonstrates the importance ALPINA attach to the UK market”.

First deliveries of the B5 Bi-Turbo start later this year with availability through Sytner, UK concessionaires for ALPINA.

ALPINA GB, part of the Sytner Group, has been the sole UK importer for ALPINA since 1983. ALPINA has worked closely with BMW since 1961, with shared warranty coverage since 1964. ALPINA were registered as an automobile manufacturer to ISO standards in 1983.

Chinese Smart Clone debut in Italy this October

noreply@blogger.com (Unknown) — Thu, 29 Jul 2010 13:34:00 +0000

When Chinese cars began to copy Europeans, perhaps many thought they were funny even when this type of cars began to be thrown with force at all surprised that we had so much demand, most of all for the price.

But when these cars want to reach the same market as the real, in this case European, causes us great indignation, and there will be healthy competition, and perhaps raze the Chinese market will be, above all for its price . This is happening now with the so-called Bubble member of Martin Motors, a copy of the Smart ForTwo.

This car brings two more rear seats, according to many is far below the Toyota iQ, also has 3.3 meters and has a Suzuki engine with 1.1 liters and 68 hp, five speeds, and adapted to use unleaded petrol and GPL interchangeably. ( Audi A8 )

The first country that will come to Italy, with a level of standard equipment including air conditioning, power steering, electric windows, central locking with remote control, fog lights, alloy wheels, MP3 CD radio, power mirrors, and more.

Its price will be between € 11,400, you fabric or leather to 400 euros, full leather upholstery will be worth about 600 euros and an additional glass ceiling, about 400 Euros.

Bugatti Veyron Super Sport fastest car on Top Gear track

noreply@blogger.com (Unknown) — Tue, 27 Jul 2010 13:58:00 +0000

In case you missed our post with the latest Top Gear episode that aired on July 25, here is the best part of it, in which the Stig takes the new supercar king and we're talking of-course about the new Bugatti Veyron Super Sport, for a lap around Top Gear's test track.

Previously, the 1001 HP version Bugatti Veyron managed to lap the Top Gear track in 1:18:3, which meant a number 4 spot on the show's leader-board, as cars like the Noble M600, Pagani Zonda F Convertible and Caterham R500 proved faster than it. With the Bugatti Veyron Super Sport however, it is a different story, as the 1,200 HP monster lapped the TG track in 1:16:8, proving itself as the fastest car ever driven by the Stig...so far.

Vauxhall Meriva diesel

noreply@blogger.com (Unknown) — Sun, 18 Jul 2010 12:02:00 +0000

The British arm of Opel is introducing the first diesel motorisation options designed to offer ultra-efficient characteristics to the 2010 Vauxhall Meriva.

The first new engine offered on the Vauxhall Meriva diesel which is badged as the ecoFLEX is the 1.3-litre CDTi unit fitted with a variable geometry turbocharger, delivering 95PS and thanks to which average consumption is of 62.8 mpg. CO2 emissions are of 119 grams per Km.

The second unit offered on the Vauxhall Meriva diesel is the 1.7-litre CDTi that packs 130 PS and 300 Nm of torque, and in this case the minivan can return 54.3 mpg with CO2 emissions of 138g/Km. The 1.7-litre CDTi version Vauxhall Meriva diesel can sprint from 0 to 100 Km/h in 9.9 seconds, while its maximum speed is 121 mph.

The Vauxhall Meriva diesel price starts at 16,875 GBP for the Meriva S1.3 CDTi (75PS)

Vauxhall press release :

Luton–Vauxhall has completed the new Meriva’s diesel engine line up with the addition of two ultra-efficient units that together boost the range’s green credentials and offer yet more performance than before. This brings the total number of engines in the Meriva range to seven, comprising three petrol and four diesel units.

The first new addition is a 95PS 1.3 CDTi engine, which will power all Meriva ecoFLEX models. Featuring closed-loop combustion control, the1.3 CDTi (95PS) uses a variable geometry turbocharger and is mated to agearbox with taller ratios. As a result, the Meriva ecoFLEX’s emissionsdrop to 119g/km and it achieves fuel consumption on the combined cycle of 62.8mpg – a 9 per cent improvement over the 1.3 CDTi engine in the Meriva’s previous range. The 1.3 CDTi ecoFLEX joins the 1.3 CDTi (75PS),which was available from launch.

For those Meriva buyers after more performance, but who still requirethe efficiency and economy expected from a modern diesel, the new 1.7 CDTi (130PS) has all the answers. With up to 300Nm of torque available from 2000-2500rpm, the Meriva’s most powerful diesel takes just 9.9 seconds to accelerate from 0-62mph and will hit a top speed of 121mph.

But brisk performance hasn’t come at the expense of economy. ( Mitsubishi ASX ) On the combined cycle, the 1.7 CDTi (130PS) still achieves 54.3mpg and CO2emissions of just 138g/km, made possible by a comprehensive package of efficiency upgrades. A variable geometry turbocharger has been fitted with position feedback sensor for more precise control of boost pressure. In addition, a new intake manifold reduces weight and an electrically controlled variable swirl system optimises combustion.

All 1.7 CDTi (130PS) Merivas have six speed manual gearboxes as standard and provide a more performance-focused alternative to the existing 1.7 CDTi (100PS), which is available as standard with a six-speed automatic transmission. ( Alfa Romeo )

With its unique rear-hinged back doors (FlexDoors), FlexSpace seatingand FlexRail storage systems the new Vauxhall Meriva has raised the barin its class for accessibility, versatility and in-car stowage, while offering customers new levels of perceived quality and driveability in the compact MPV segment.

Pricing for Meriva’s diesel models starts at £16,875 for the Meriva S1.3 CDTi (75PS). A full price list for the Meriva range can be found byclicking on the attached link.

2012 Model Mercedes GL details

noreply@blogger.com (Unknown) — Thu, 15 Jul 2010 13:58:00 +0000

More details referring to a future Mercedes Benz model, this time coming from the Australian press which spied the luxurious SUV in Germany during tests.

Expected to arrive in 2012 the new generation Mercedes GL Models will maintain its large dimensions, which currently measure 5.09 meters in length, and as far as design we cannot say much due to the fact that heavy black camouflage was wrapped all around the prototype version.

Under the bonnet the 2012 Mercedes GL Car is most probably going to feature the company's new 4.7-litre V8 twin turbo delivering 435 HP which will replace the current 5.5-litre V8 plant that produces 388 HP. On the BlueTEC badged 2012 MercedesCars GL we expect the German car maker to fit their 3.0-litre V6 which is Euro 6 compliant and delivers 265 HP and 620 Nm of torque.

More details with 2012 Mercedes GL cars as soon as they will become available.

Porsche 918 Spyder price

noreply@blogger.com (Unknown) — Mon, 12 Jul 2010 20:21:00 +0000

Various Internet media outlets are starting to offer details regarding the Porsche 918 Spyder price. The German hybrid sports car which was presented as a concept earlier this year at the Geneva Motor Show will be showcased in August 2010 at the Pebble Beach Concours d'Elegance and as we've reported some time ago the car has received the green light for production.

Now this new info that has just emerged says the Porsche 918 Spyder price will be 500,000 Euro, which is the equivalent of 630,000 USD, and if that will be the case that will officially make it the most expensive production model coming from Stuttgart.

The hybrid system used by the Porsche Sport Cars Spyder for propulsion is composed from a 500 HP V8 petrol engine and three electric motors that offer an additional 218 HP (160 kW). Thanks to this powering system the Porsche 918 Spyder will hit 100 Km/h (62 mph) from a stand still in 3.2 seconds while capable of reaching a top speed of 320 Km/h (198 mph).

Keep in mind that these impressive performance figures are offered by a supercar that needs 3.0-litres of fuel to cover 100 Km and has CO2 emissions of only 70 g/Km.

Speacial Thanks: Autoblog

Mercedes C Class Coupe

noreply@blogger.com (Unknown) — Fri, 09 Jul 2010 16:21:00 +0000

The Mercedes C Class Coupe has been recently spied during road tests, and this new model will feature the same restyling cues that will be visible on the facelift versions C-Class sedan and wagon.

The Mercedes C Class Coupe features a more balanced style, stepping away from than previous hatchback look into a direction that will make it compete with the BMW 3 Car Series Coupe and the Audi A5. Under the bonnet the Mercedes Models C Class Coupe is also expected to have sports car worthy petrol and diesel engines with output ranging from 156 to 231 HP.

Even though nothing was confirmed yet an AMG version Mercedes C Class Coupe Car and BMW seem reasonable, and if that will be the case the 5.5 V8 turbo engine producing 460 HP comes to mind.

More details with the Mercedes C Class Coupe as soon as the company will make them available.

2011 Mercedes Car Models

noreply@blogger.com (Unknown) — Wed, 07 Jul 2010 18:02:00 +0000

We've seen the facelifted 2011 Mercedes CL get unveiled over the weekend, and now official photos with the 2011 Mercedes CL63 CL65 AMG are starting to appear on the web.

The 2011 Mercedes CL63 CL65 AMG feature the same mid-life restyling cues plus a series of elements that underline the model's dynamic character, like a chromed front spoiler lip, larger air intakes, 19 inch alloys and reshaped exhaust pipes.

The 2011 Mercedes CL63 AMG will be ( Sport Cars ) offered with the new 5.5-litre V8 twin turbo engine that will output 544 HP and 800 Nm of torque while the 6.0-litre V12 biturbo unit fitted on the 2011 Mercedes CL65 AMG has been tweaks to it can produce 630 HP and 1000 Nm.

More details with the facelift version 2011 Mercedes CL63 CL65 AMG ( Audi BMW )as soon as the German automaker will make them available.

Special Thanks Autoblog

Chevrolet Cruze CS

noreply@blogger.com (Unknown) — Mon, 05 Jul 2010 17:20:00 +0000

A new performance stying package called the 'CS' is being offered for the Chevrolet Cruize version sold on the British market.

Apart from the lowered suspension the Chevrolet Cruze CS features race inspired options like white, multispoke design 18 inch alloys, a boot lid lip, CS graphics and special floor mats. All these come on top of standard features like remote central locking, CD radio with AUX input and electric windows.

The Chevrolet Cruze CS car price is 1,595 GBP and the styling kit applies to all trim levels , with sales starting from mid July.

Chevrolet press release :
Now you can look cooler than ever when you’re out for a Cruze!
Chevrolet has pulled the wraps off a race-inspired option pack to further bring out the dynamic styling and handling of the Cruze saloon –the car favoured by the Silverline Chevrolet team in the Dunlop MSA British Touring Car Championship. ( Bugatti Veyron )

The ‘CS’ styling kit consists of smart 18-inch white multi-spoke alloy wheels, lowered suspension, a boot spoiler, unique CS cars graphics andmatching tailored carpet mats.

That’s in addition to the standard Cruze specification, which includes such features as follow-me-home lighting, remote central locking, a CD-radio system with auxiliary input, premium soft-touch interior plastics and electric windows on even the entry-level model. ( Alfa Romeo )

The CS Kit is available on all trim and engine variants of the Cruze at the time of order, and costs £1,595, including VAT and fully fitted, at participating Chevrolet retailers from mid-July onwards.

Bugatti Veyron 16.4 Super Sport

noreply@blogger.com (Unknown) — Sun, 04 Jul 2010 16:49:00 +0000

Bugatti revealed today its brand new Veyron 16.4 Super Sport, its latest addition to the Veyron lineup. As expected, the new car delivers an impressive 1200 hp (882 kW) and a maximum torque of 1,500 Nm of torque and a limited speed of 415 km/h (in order to protect the tyres).

Comparing it with the current Veyron version, the new car offers further improvements such as the twin clutch gearbox with seven speeds, four enlarged turbochargers and bigger intercoolers to boost the power of the engine and a to maintain safety at extreme speeds. ( Renault Clio ) Also, the body of the car received small improvements in order to improve the aerodynamics while the new fibre structure of the all-carbon monocoque ensures maximum torsion rigidity and passive safety as well as reduced weight.

The new Bugatti Veyron 16.4 Super Sport will make its debut in August at the Pebble Beach Concours and will be produced in a limited edition of just 30 units. The first 5 units will be known as the World Record Edition. Offered in a special black exposed carbon and orange finish, these cars have already been sold. Bugatti Automobiles S.A.S. has sold 260 Veyrons and 35 Grand Sports by now, of which 249 Veyrons and 22 Grand Sports had been delivered.

You are wondering why this World Record Edition, right? It appears that the new model from Bugatti achieved a new landspeed world record for production cars with an average speed of 431 km/h. The GPS-tachometer stops at 427, 933 km/h. ( Sport Car Porsche )Now the same procedure from the opposite direction. This time the car reaches 434, 211 km/h. As average top speed the representatives of the “TÜV”and Guinness generate a value of 431, 072 km/h (268 mph). This even hit Bugatti’s engineering team by surprise. “We took it that we would reach an average value of 425 km/h,” explains Bugatti’s chief engineer Dr. Wolfgang Schreiber, “but the conditions today were perfect and allowed even more.”

Renault Clio Cup vs Ford Focus RS500

noreply@blogger.com (Unknown) — Fri, 02 Jul 2010 11:25:00 +0000

In their latest comparison test, which this time involved two hot hatches, the Brits from Autocar have pitted the Renault Clio Cup against the Ford Focus RS500.

Both the Renault Clio Cup and the Ford Focus RS500 were driven on public roads and against the clock on the track, and the main idea was to see if Blue Oval's limited edition hatch deserves being twice as expensive as the French hatch.

As usual people's taste and value for cars are debatable, but in Autocar's conclusion the Renault Clio Cup is the ultimate hatch when you take value for money into account.

Watch the video with the Renault Clio Cup vs the Ford Focus RS500.

2011 Jeep Grand Cherokee presentation

noreply@blogger.com (Unknown) — Wed, 30 Jun 2010 18:34:00 +0000

Chrysler's Bob Hegbloom of Product Planning gives a presentation of the 2011 Jeep Grand Cherokee and the hard work behind the company's new generation SUV.

The 2011 Jeep Grand Cherokee comes with 45 standard safety features, and besides maintaining the rugged image, the automaker is also intending to address customers that are looking for a more luxurious SUV.
That's why ride quality and interior comfort have been greatly improved. ( 2011 Kia sportage )

Reliability is also a key aspect when it comes to the 2011 Jeep Grand Cherokee which has performed extensive testing that include 2.5 million miles of test driving.

2011 Kia Sportage details

noreply@blogger.com (Unknown) — Sun, 27 Jun 2010 15:16:00 +0000

We have new details with the European designed 2011 Kia Sportage for which sales across UK are scheduled to begin on August 1.

Together with this new info, the car maker has also published two new 'spy photos' with the 2011 Kia Sportage wrapped in camouflage at the front and back, which could indicate a slight variation between the European version and the US model. Kia officials are saying that production for their new SUV will stat in the company's plant in Slovakia.

The 2011 Kia Sportage UK price will probably announced in the next couple of weeks, but we already know that in U.S. the car costs almost 22,000 USD.

Kia press release :

The new Kia Sportage, which goes on sale in August, is Kia’s latest European-designed model to have been specifically developed for the UK’sroads and drivers. Research & development experts from Kia Motors (UK) have been involved with the testing of the new Sportage, to be built at the Žilina plant in Slovakia, from the prototype stages in mainland Europe right up until final testing in the UK itself during theearly part of 2010.

“Being involved right from the early stages of prototype testing on project ‘SL’ (the internal codename for the new Sportage), in both dynamic and static performance testing, has meant that we
have been ableto ensure UK market needs have been incorporated throughout the development process” explains Neil Kent, Product Specialist, from Kia car Motors (UK).

“Once we had completed testing for ride quality, steering and dynamics with our European colleagues, vehicles were then brought to theUK for final set-up, benchmarking and evaluation. UK testing is invaluable as it allows us to ensure we have the right levels of comfortand performance for the very specific road conditions we have here”, headded.

Kia engineers at the Korean firm’s Technical Centre in Rüsselsheim, Germany are confident the new Sportage will meet the demands of Europeancustomers as well as the challenging variety of roads they drive on.

Michael Lugert, Kia’s Steering & Suspension Development Manager explains: “When we benchmarked the leading competitors we found some offered comfort, others focused on agility. With Sportage we believe wehave balanced these two attributes well and created a Kia whose primaryfocus is on ride quality but maintains agility and good dynamics.”

Lugert continues: “The entire suspension set-up – springs, dampers, stabiliser bars and bushes – has been developed on European roads. We also worked with our tyre partners to select specific EU market compounds. The steering also had to have a ‘European feel’ – very natural with a linear torque build-up – so the electric steering has been adjusted to achieve this.” ( Artega GT Porsche )

Following in the footsteps of Soul, Venga and Sorento, the new Sportage will be the fourth consecutive new Kia to be launched which hasundergone development in the UK – Michael Cole, Managing Director for Kia Motors (UK) Limited, commented: “The United Kingdom is the largest market for Kia in Europe so great efforts are made to ensure that our new products not only look and feel ‘European’ but that they perform just as UK customers want them to. Sportage has been in the UK for overfifteen years – I’m convinced that the new generation’s striking designand great on-road ability will find favour with both our loyal existingcustomers and people who are new to the Kia brand.”

Artega GT Porsche challenger from the province

noreply@blogger.com (Unknown) — Wed, 23 Jun 2010 20:40:00 +0000

The Artega GT is these days a whole new German sports car at the start. Compact, lightweight and incredibly fresh, but he remembers the old virtues. With 220 kW/300 hp enters the 74,983-euro two-seater, inter alia, the Porsche Cayman. Everything is on the Artega GT new: the manufacturer, the location, production facilities and the concept.

Artega brand name

The head of the project is Klaus Dieter Frers, a medium-sized entrepreneur who has founded over 20 years, the supply company Paragon. In the sleepy Westphalian Delbrück Frers is now building a sports car. He relies on the project not only to his own ability, but has been going on with everything together, which in recent years had rank, name and success.
The brand name Artega is about an invented word by Manfred Gotta - who has the beating of a car Opel Calibra or Porsche Cayenne missed a memorable name. Designed by Henrik Fisker, who formerly was with Aston Martin and BMW cars operate as a designer.

Incredibly compact

Wide, stocky, flat and incredibly compact - the Artega is as short as a golf and as wide as a Corvette. Only when one has seen him live is striking how large a Porsche 911 has become in recent years. Nevertheless, the GT offers space for two people and lots of luggage behind the driver and front passenger. The two Recaro sport seats fit just wonderfully, the small steering wheel is perfectly in the hand. We see excellent; forward over the short dash and the fender, behind the deep rear window.

Individual handwriting

The instruments are a mix of old school and slanting the future, the classic speedo is taken from two TFT monitors with displays for fuel level, coolant and oil temperature as well as for the G-forces during acceleration and braking in the pliers. And so the Artega has enough individual style to divert attention from the mass production parts. Ignition, air nozzles and steering lever, for example, we already know from various Volkswagen models. The workmanship is high, because the GT or rattles rattles nothing. This is obviously not in the small batch production. Artega GT Cars Currently, a daily Artega built in the coming year will be 500 cars are produced.
3.6-liter V6 engine

The 3.6-liter V6 engine on the rear axle is not built themselves, but comes from Volkswagen. But what is started from the rear has awakened, with the Lower Draught VW Passat R36 nothing in common. The direct thumps at the first gas surge such that a Cayman would probably pale with envy. Artega Porsche sport car has tuned the engine and the exhaust itself and combined with a voiced exhaust. Still makes the GT - it stands for Grand Tourismo, so big touring car - its name and offers a decent long-distance comfort. The engine keeps pleasantly back at low speeds, the suspension absorbs the flat tire, despite a surprising number of shots. Only on bad roads it is rough.

BMW brings Alpina B7 in the U.S.

noreply@blogger.com (Unknown) — Mon, 21 Jun 2010 19:30:00 +0000

As a sports version of its luxury sedan in the United States takes the BMW Alpina B7 in its range.
Customers for power-

The Allgäu by the tuning company Alpina upgraded to 373 kW/507 hp 4.4-liter V8 gasoline engine with twin turbochargers to consolation performance demanding customers that there will be no by-Haustunter M GmbH version of the refined luxury car. Already a 2006 BMW Alpina has a short version of its flagship in the U.S. market offered.

Prices and consumption

Alpina sells its vehicles in Germany, both independently and through BMW M3 dealers. The B7 is to be had from 125 000 €, which also offered long-wheelbase version car costs or prices € 130 000.

The sprint from zero to 100 km / h takes in 4.7 seconds, top speed is achieved at 280 mph. The consumption is 12.1 liters, the manufacturer of Super Plus per 100 kilometers.