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Aston Martin DB10 showed James Bond

noreply@blogger.com (Anonymous) — Thu, 04 Dec 2014 18:54:00 +0000

New conceptual Aston Martin DB10 was unveiled on the set of the new Bond film.

As you know, tomorrow will start shooting next 24 th in a row part of the cult of the James Bond franchise. No wonder that at the solemn event dedicated to the beginning of work on the painting, was presented a new concept Aston Martin DB10.

At this time, the new Aston Martin DB10 iconic spy James Bond is not a production car, and the concept. And the concept that demonstrates the direction of future innovations in design of the legendary British manufacturer of sports cars.

Honda NSX sold out even before its premiere

noreply@blogger.com (Anonymous) — Mon, 01 Dec 2014 19:19:00 +0000

Representatives of Honda in the UK stopped taking orders for the sports coupe Honda NSX, as this country allotted quota of 100 cars already fully selected. However, none of those who issued the order and made an advance payment, not even seen pictures of the serial car!

According to the publication Car, one hundred inhabitants of the British Isles had already made an advance payment for its NSX in the amount of 5 000 pounds - about 9000 dollars. British quota was exactly one hundred copies - thus the brand had to turn to dealers selling the car even before he had a world premiere.

The very same prime minister to be held in January at the International Show in Detroit. A to buyers first copies NSX reach only in 2016.

Recall that the first prototype supercar was introduced back in 2012 - it was equipped with a hybrid power plant (3.5-liter petrol engine and two electric motors).

Meanwhile, representatives of Honda began accepting orders for hot-hatch Civic Type R of the new generation. It, however, as none of the mere mortals in the face is not seen, but the manufacturer promises that the hatchback will be available much earlier than the supercar - next summer.

For the right to enter the number of the first owners of Civic Type R Brits have to pay 3000 pounds. Honda Civic Type R, is expected to receive a two-liter turbocharged gasoline engine, which develops 300 hp and manual transmission.

The new Audi Q7 "lit up" with virtually no camouflage

noreply@blogger.com (Anonymous) — Fri, 28 Nov 2014 18:02:00 +0000

Currently, new spy photos of the next-generation Audi Q7, which is almost lost camouflage.

Before the world premiere of the second generation Audi Q7 just over a month. The crossover will debut in Detroit in January.

The main task for the designers of the new Q7 was visually lighten the biggest crossover from Ingolstadt. Preceded looked too great, for what has repeatedly been criticized.

Now SUV will look leaner and more effective. This, according to marketers attract a large number of young buyers. As new Q3, a new crossover got grille style Audi Crosslane Coupe Concept.

At the heart of the new Q7 is chassis MLB Evo, which will be used for all longitudinal engine Audi, Porsche Cayenne, Volkswagen Touareg and SUV Bentley.

Jaguar plans to release the "charged" version of the F-Type

noreply@blogger.com (Anonymous) — Thu, 27 Nov 2014 17:52:00 +0000

The British company Jaguar started to test new "charged" version of the coupe F-Type. A sports car is called the SVR and will be presented in 2016. Circulation trends will be limited.

Jaguar has led to the modification of tests F-Type SVR, and Photospies photographed it and posted the images on the Web. Worked on the sports car specialists from Special Vehicles Operation, corporate studio group Jaguar Land Rover. The debut of new items planned for 2016.

SVR was modified version of the front bumper and diffuser. Sports car set on wheels 20 inches, and hid them under the carbon-ceramic brakes. Some elements of the exterior of a charged migrated F-Type sports car with exclusive Jaguar F-Type Project 7.

That will be under the hood of Jaguar F-Type SVR is still unknown. Most likely, the novelty will get a 600-hp eight-cylinder unit volume of 5.0 liters. On the high-speed performance sports car, nothing is known. At the moment, the most powerful F-Type has a 550 hp and accelerated to first "hundred" kilometers in just 4.2 seconds.

Ford Mustang "got" the highest skyscraper (Video)

noreply@blogger.com (Anonymous) — Mon, 24 Nov 2014 17:39:00 +0000

Ford engineers have collected Mustang GT Convertible in the 112th floor of the Burj Khalifa in Dubai.

Advertisers Ford Motor Company decided to raise a new Mustang at the tallest building in the world. To date, all above the ground (829.8 m) rose Dubai Burj Khalifa. Therefore, the company is celebrating its access to the markets of the Middle East and Africa.

In early 2014 Ford Mustang presented on the observation deck of the Empire State Building, which is located on the 86th floor of the building.

Atelier GAS developed a special model Ford Mustang

noreply@blogger.com (Anonymous) — Fri, 21 Nov 2014 17:57:00 +0000

Tuning studio Galpin Auto Sports (GAS), known from the television show "Pimp My Ride", submitted to the special version of the Ford Mustang new generation. Machine which creators call "the greatest American muscle-car" was named Rocket.

Machine which creators call "the greatest American muscle-car" was named Rocket. Design of body body kit developed by former Aston Martin designer and founder of Fisker Henrik Fisker.

As explained by the company, with the design of body body kit Fisker used stylistic elements pony cars of the 1970s. As planned, a new grille and front bumper have to give the car more aggressive and visually lengthen it.

In addition, there were air intakes on the hood and rear fenders, increased front splitter and rear spoiler, rear bumper was installed with twin tailpipes. Directly involved in the creation of body panels company Metalfrafters. They are made of carbon fiber, the work carried out by hand.

Finalization and underwent a five-liter naturally aspirated V8 unit from top versions of "Mustang". By default, this engine develops 450 horsepower. After modifying its power increased to 725 horsepower. In addition, the car has received a custom suspension, Brembo brakes and 21-inch wheels ADV.1.

Salon Rocket was altered to red skin, standard seats were replaced by "buckets" Recaro, and aluminum inlays - on carbon. At the door sills were affixed Rocket.

Production Galpin Rocket will begin in December 2014. The first cars will arrive to customers in early 2015-th. According to the publication Autocar the cost of one of the Ford Mustang will be from 125 to 156 thousand dollars, depending on the equipment. The manufacturer expects to produce annually a hundred copies.

Lexus showed the convertible concept

noreply@blogger.com (Anonymous) — Thu, 20 Nov 2014 19:14:00 +0000

Company Lexus presented in Los Angeles conceptual roadster with the landing formula 2 + 2. A car without a roof is called LF-C2.

Concept Lexus LF-C2 is in the new corporate style of the company, with curved sides and expanding down the grille. Ventilation holes in the front bumper and the front of the rear wheels are designed for cooling the brake discs at high speeds. On the sporty character of the roadster also hinted four tailpipes.

Concept shod in 20-inch alloy wheels. Internal dashboard got a touch screen control system and all the LED backlight, which is located just below the window line and stretched around the cabin.

Lexus LF-C was slightly larger than the standard coupe RC. The length of the car is 4715 mm, width - 1840, and the height is fixed at around 1,385 millimeters. Civil RC 21 mm shorter by 6 mm, and has a 9 mm above the new concept.

By the time of the market launch gig RC assumes that the novelty will be equipped with 3.5-liter petrol V6 or a hybrid with a gasoline engine 2.5-liter.

If the company decided to make the Lexus new concept in convertible RC-F, then it is possible that the latter will already be equipped with the 5.0-liter engine compartment capacity from 471 horsepower.

Audi demonstrated the design concept Prologue

noreply@blogger.com (Anonymous) — Wed, 19 Nov 2014 19:35:00 +0000

Prologue prototype four-door coupe is designed to demonstrate a new corporate identity Audi, developed by Marc Lichte. Famous designer who created before this European bestseller Volkswagen Golf VII, in early 2014, was replaced in Audi Wolfgang Egger.

Audi Prologue differs from current models of the brand peaked optics Matrix, trapezoidal grille, front spoiler, 22-inch wheels and swift silhouette of a body that resembles a coupe. Car doors are opened using an electromechanical drive, the traditional door handles Audi engineers have decided to refuse.

The prototype is built on a new platform MLB, her well and will be based next-generation A8 flagship sedan. Under the hood, the model is established 4.0-liter TFSI turbo V8. Engine power will be 605 liters. p. and 750 Nm of torque. The engine works in conjunction with an eight "automatic". To first "hundred" car accelerates in 3.7 seconds. The serial version of Prologue will not until 2017.

Audi is planning a significant expansion of the range. The company sent to the Patent Office information concerning the names of future models of the brand. Audi patented the following names: SQ2, SQ4 and Q9. In addition, a registered trademark F-tron.

Kia has developed a compact crossover Kx3

noreply@blogger.com (Anonymous) — Wed, 19 Nov 2014 18:56:00 +0000

The company Kia will present in late November at the Auto Show in Guangzhou, China, a concept compact crossover Kx3.

It is expected that the production version will be presented Kx3 in 2015. The model is built on the platform of Hyundai ix35 SUV and it will be similar to it in size. Overall length crossover Hyundai, which debuted in April in Beijing, is 4270 mm, width - 1780 mm, height - 1630 mm.

Motor gamma Kx3 will include petrol engines of 1.6 and 2.0 liters. Units can be combined with a six-speed automatic or manual transmission. In the basic version of the coupe will be front-wheel, four-wheel drive available as an option.

In the list of available equipment for Kia Kx3 fall, in particular, the stabilization system, keyless engine start, cruise control, panoramic roof, heated seats, air ducts to the rear seats, climate control, and a rearview camera.

Latest innovations Kia Rio hatchback were updated for the European market and the new Sorento crossover.

In the network appeared the image of the new Suzuki Alto

noreply@blogger.com (Anonymous) — Tue, 18 Nov 2014 20:07:00 +0000

The design of the new generation Suzuki Alto differs significantly from the current five-door and is made in the style of the founder of the family, which was released on the market in the late 1970s.

The debut of the new generation Suzuki Alto will be held on December 22. On the published images, which are taken from the model-brochure presents three options hatchback. Learn more about their differences yet.

It is expected that the model will be 0.66-liter gasoline engine with 54 horsepower. It is also the emergence of the "charged" version with a turbocharged engine.

Suzuki Alto new generation will be offered with both front and all-wheel drive.

BMW 2-Series Active Tourer will receive a hybrid version

noreply@blogger.com (Anonymous) — Mon, 17 Nov 2014 18:56:00 +0000

Bavarian concern is going to expand the family of 2 series due to the hybrid model. Gasoline-electric compact van can get BMW Active Tourer.

It is assumed that the power plant "rechargeable" hybrid, which should become BMW 2-Series Active Tourer, will consist of a 1.5-liter three-cylinder turbo engine, borrowed from the serial compact van, and the electric motor power a little over 100 hp Thus, the aggregate output of the power plant may exceed 200 hp It is expected that such a compact van can accelerate to 100 km / h in around 8 seconds.

Together with the new powerplant compact van, having in normal drive to the front axle, all-wheel drive will be. According to the publication Car, for the rotation of the rear wheels will be responsible motor.

The BMW earlier, in 2012, already showed a prototype hybrid Active Tourer with similar powerplant, and argued that the concept was met 2.5 liters of fuel per 100 km. It is possible that a similar level of appetite and receive serial model.

As reported by Car, citing its own sources in BMW, hybrid power plant will be equipped with a first modification of the seven-seat Active Tourer. Later, BMW plans to use the technology for the production of "rechargeable" hybrid-based crossover X1.

Bosch has developed a new system of Collision Warning (Video)

noreply@blogger.com (Anonymous) — Fri, 14 Nov 2014 19:48:00 +0000

Bosch has developed a new rail transport system collision warning. The system includes a radar and camera to detect vehicles, buses, rail vehicles and static obstacles on the way.

"Using the system allows to warn drivers of dangerous situations on the track and help prevent accidents - said Bernhard Beer, President of Bosch Engineering GmbH. - This greatly increases the safety of the passengers and the driver while driving."

Since the beginning of 2014 transport companies Hanover and Frankfurt in actual conduct tests trams equipped with such a system. These tests will enable Bosch Engineering to further improve the system and complete the process of its preparation for the launch of series production in 2015.

In developing the system was used Bosch's experience in mass production of spare parts for cars, as well as special software for railway transport in the complex will create a high-performance solution with many features. The collision warning system consists of cameras, radar and control unit.

Employment multipurpose camera is to capture a roadblock immediately before train. A mid-range radar with a viewing angle of 70 degrees and a range of up to 160 meters of logs information about other rail vehicles further along the route, as well as the position and speed of cars, trucks and buses, which are on the sides.

In addition to the detection of moving objects, static radar system detects obstacles such as buffer stops. High-performance control unit processes the information from the sensors together with other data (eg, the speed of the train). If the system detects the distance to the object to a dangerous level, it takes the driver a visual and audible alarm. The sensors of the new system work at any time of day, day and night, regardless of weather conditions.

In the US rolled out the new Nissan Murano

noreply@blogger.com (Anonymous) — Fri, 14 Nov 2014 19:01:00 +0000

Assembling the Nissan Murano crossover third generation began last week, and today at the company's production facilities in Ohio in Canton was released first fully finished car.

Leaders of the Nissan's plans to bring a new crossover Nissan Murano in more than 100 automotive markets of different countries.

According to the plans the automaker already in 2018 will reach the level of localization assembly Nissan Murano at the plant in 85%. The company, which has created approximately 6,000 new jobs, started its work in 2003 still, and all the time it was invested about 2.6 billion dollars.

Home sales of the third generation Nissan Murano is scheduled for the beginning of 2015. Originally front drive crossover as an option can get all-wheel drive and will be powered by six-cylinder powerplant gasoline volume of 3.5 liters and output of 260 horsepower. Paired with it will work stepless variator. At the moment, the price of a novelty not known.

Volvo has confirmed the release of a compact crossover

noreply@blogger.com (Anonymous) — Thu, 13 Nov 2014 20:14:00 +0000

Chairman of Volvo Hakan Samuelsson confirmed in an interview with Autocar rumors about the development of a new compact crossover. Most likely, the new product goes on the market under the name Volvo XC40 in the next four years.

"Small crossover is at the top of our list of preferences," - said Samuelsson, adding that the compact size will not harm the premium character of Novik.

It is assumed that the future Volvo XC40 will be built on a modular platform CMA (Compact Modular Architecture), developed by Volvo, together with its Chinese owner Geely.

Håkan Samuelsson assured reporters that, in addition XC40, the company no longer plans to further expand the range. Instead, the automaker will deep upgrade their current car, so that by the end of the decade to increase annual sales from 450 to 800 thousand cars.

Skoda is preparing to show the racing Fabia R5 (Video)

noreply@blogger.com (Anonymous) — Thu, 13 Nov 2014 18:45:00 +0000

On a motor show in the German city of Essen, November 29, will be presented the fastest track version Skoda Fabia. The model is called R5.

Racing prototype, which is a kind of successor to the Fabia S2000, "lit up" in a new video teaser Skoda. At the core lies R5 hatchback Fabia third generation. No specifications Czech manufacturer has not yet disclose.

According to the rules of the competition FIA R5, the machine must be equipped with a 1.6-liter engine. Minimum weight is 1230 kg hatchback. Most likely, the Czechs used sequential gearbox. On the track this Skoda will appear next year.

Qoros show car of the future

noreply@blogger.com (Anonymous) — Thu, 13 Nov 2014 17:56:00 +0000

The car company will introduce Qoros world community within an auto show in Los Angeles, the representation of the car in 2029, concluded in show quads Qloud Qubed.

As planned by the manufacturer, the car show has to show to all visitors of the stand, what can become vehicles by 2029.

Qoros Qloud Qubed can memorize its host preferences, favorite places he visits, favorite music and even addresses that live closest friends and relatives.

Specialists of automotive companies believe that a half dozen years, almost all cars will get autonomous control, which allows the car to move independently, if the owner of something busy or tired.

Unfortunately, to see this work of design ideas in motion does not work, the car was created in the virtual world, and in Los Angeles will be shown only plastic layout.

In Dubai, Aston Martin introduced the exclusive LagondaTaraf

noreply@blogger.com (Anonymous) — Tue, 11 Nov 2014 19:39:00 +0000

The company Aston Martin in a special closed event in Dubai has introduced an exclusive sedan brand revived Lagonda. The model was called Taraf, which in Arabic means "absolute luxury". Reported Car citing the head of the British producer Andy Palmer.

The novelty will initially be sold exclusively in the Middle East - the first customer cars will receive next year. However, due to numerous requests from customers in the company do not exclude that in the future may bring Lagonda sedan in other markets, including the UK. In this case, the model is expected to receive a different name.

Circulation Lagonda Taraf for the Middle East will be about one hundred cars. At that Aston Martin will choose whom to sell such a car - it will be sent to a special "invitation" with a proposal to buy Taraf. Each car will be assembled by hand. Estimated cost - about 500 thousand dollars.

RWD 5.39-meter sedan built on the platform of VH, used for all current Aston Martin. In the motion model provides 5.9-liter V12 rated at more than 565 forces, working together with a six-speed automatic transmission. First "hundred" Taraf will recruit approximately five seconds.

Mark Lagonda was founded in 1906, and since 1949, is owned by Aston Martin. Last models sold under the same name, was the sedan Aston Martin Lagonda. Its production started in 1976. Prior to 1989, were collected 645 copies.

Originally planned to release Aston Martin Lagonda badged three models, including a five-meter SUV. However, later mark abandoned this idea, as has been changed brand development strategy.

Cadillac showed videotizer new ATS-V Coupe

noreply@blogger.com (Anonymous) — Tue, 11 Nov 2014 18:20:00 +0000

Cadillac is released teaser video of the new sports coupe ATS-V, thus confirming that the model will debut at the LA Auto Show November 18, 2014.

Video teaser gives an idea of how the sound will publish a new engine sports coupe ATS-V and as a novelty is able to burn tires.

According to preliminary information, the car will receive a 425-strong twin turbocharged "six" in volume of 3,6 liters. It is anticipated that the new Cadillac ATS-V will be available optional AWD system. What will be the dynamics of the new Cadillac ATS-V, is still unknown.

Acura started the first tests of a minivan

noreply@blogger.com (Anonymous) — Tue, 11 Nov 2014 17:25:00 +0000

The car is being tested in the United States on public roads.

The first spy photos of new items published site Autoblog. Press center of the Japanese premium manufacturer has not commented on the information.

The machine receives the front part of a crossover style Acura MDX and sliding side doors. Photo spyware claim that it has already equipped the serial interior and even has the Acura logos on the steering wheel. The car will be bigger than the Honda Odyssey, and get some nodes from Acura TLX.

Novelty equipped petrol V6 and a 9-speed automatic transmission. For a minivan will be available AWD Super Handling All-Wheel Drive. According to the source, the debut of the car will take place in 2016.

Audi will bring to Geneva the new model family A3

noreply@blogger.com (Anonymous) — Mon, 10 Nov 2014 17:32:00 +0000

The carmaker from Ingolstadt show guests international Geneva Motor Show a new family car Audi Vario, aimed to compete with Mercedes-Benz B-Class and the BMW 2-series Active Tourer.

New compact MPV Audi called Vario become a member of a family of models A3. The car, which will form the basis for a modular platform MQB, will be larger, spacious and roomy five-door A3 Sportback.

According to the publication Motoring, the distance between the axes of the compact van will reach nearly 2 850 mm, which will be placed in its interior, seven seats, although the third row of seats will be available as optional equipment. Luggage compartment volume of 650 liters make new items, which is higher than roominess now produced wagons brand Audi.

It is expected that the compact MPV will share the propulsion line with the "donor" car. Currently A3 model is made with petrol and diesel engines up to 2.0 liters and "rosette" hybrid installation. Buy a family car can be with a manual gearbox or robotized transmission with two clutches.

Audi A3 Vario arrive in dealerships of the company, probably closer to the summer of 2015 at a price of about € 24 000. Approximately one time with the Compact MPV market and released the second generation of the crossover Q7, whose world premiere will be held at the Auto Show in Detroit.

Bentley showed videotizer its first crossover

noreply@blogger.com (Anonymous) — Fri, 07 Nov 2014 18:00:00 +0000

Crossover Bentley, according to unofficial data, will be known as Falcon. The debut of the car must be held not earlier than 2016.

Judging by the video, the novelty will receive the familiar grille, round headlamps in the style of previous models Bentley, as well as leather trim handmade. Earlier, the concept car design called mixed reviews in the press, describing it as a strange and not completely finalized.

Bentley SUV is built on a common platform with the Audi Q7 and Porsche Cayenne next generation. As previously reported, it will be available in the seven-seat version. Despite the fact that new Bentley flagship will not, it will be the most expensive and luxurious car off-road class ever presented.

At the time of start of sales of the new product will be available with two engines to choose from: under the hood is a 4.0-liter V8 twin-turbo or a 6.0-liter W12. 2017 will go on sale model with a hybrid power plant.

As reported by the company by the end of the current decade, hybrid technology will already be available to 90% of the models of the brand. First hybrid power plant Bentley unveiled at the Motor Show in Beijing - there was shown Mulsanne concept hybrid engine. New technologies will increase capacity by 25% and reduce emissions. Running on a single electric motor is up to 50 kilometers. The new car will cost about 220 thousand. Dollars.

Audi introduced a redesigned crossover Q3 (Video)

noreply@blogger.com (Anonymous) — Fri, 07 Nov 2014 07:08:00 +0000

Audi has completely restyled declassified crossover Q3. The public debut of new items to be held later this year. In the sale of the car will arrive in February 2015. Prices crossover will start from 29,600 euros.

Updated Q3 received a modified grille, LED headlamps and dual exhaust system. Changes have also occurred taillights, bumpers and interior.

Motor gamma restyling Q3 includes three petrol engines of 1.4 TFSI and the 2.0-liter diesel units and three TDI. Motor power range from 120 to 220 horsepower. All engines are working together with the six-speed "mechanics", or with seven-speed S Tronic dual-clutch.

In addition, the updated version will receive and "charged" crossover Q3 RS. Under the hood of the car will be installed 2.5-liter turbocharged petrol engine. Motor power will be 340 liters. c. and 450 Nm of torque.

To first "hundred" car will accelerate in 4.8 seconds. Maximum speed - 250 kilometers per hour. The engine will run in conjunction with the seven-gear S Tronic. The cost of this modification starts from 56 600 euros.

Chevrolet Silverado pickup has prepared a concept

noreply@blogger.com (Anonymous) — Thu, 06 Nov 2014 18:10:00 +0000

Concept Chevrolet Silverado Polaris ACE +, to get a unique appearance, based on the model Silverado 1500 Crew Cab with off-road package Z71.

The car is equipped with a new front panel, new wheel arches, tinted headlights and airbrushing decorated on the sides of the body. The concept has a protective coating of the body together with its LED backlighting, as well as 22-inch aluminum wheels with 33-inch off-road tires.

In the back of a pickup located four wheel drive off-road quad bike Polaris ACE, is offered with a 32- or 45-horsepower ProStar.

The very same concept is equipped with a 5.3-liter V8 engine intake system equipped with a zero filter and sport exhaust system. However, the company has not announced any increase to the same power added these modifications. It is known that the standard engine produces 355 hp (264 kW) and 518 Nm of torque.

Little Renegade proved that he is a true Jeep (Video)

noreply@blogger.com (Anonymous) — Tue, 04 Nov 2014 19:36:00 +0000

Marketers producer decided to take a series of videos under the title "Pathfinder Tales," in which engineers Jeep off-road show "proficiency" modification Renegade Trailhawk.

In the video, a crossover with honor cope with the trials of water, rocks and sand dunes. Particular emphasis is placed on in the video pros downshift and high angles of arrival and departure, which literally work wonders in all modifications Trailhawk models Jeep, including a small Renegade.

In general, all of the early reviews of the new product and do not question the ability of these same "kid" in difficult road conditions, and even on the front drive, but the fuel consumption and the behavior of the crossover on level pavement is poor in comparison with their less agile "in fields "competitors.

Ford introduced the 725-hp Mustang RTR

noreply@blogger.com (Anonymous) — Tue, 04 Nov 2014 17:55:00 +0000

The American company Ford has officially unveiled 725-strong coupe Mustang RTR 2015 model year. The car made its debut in Las Vegas, which started at the exhibition SEMA-2014.

Creation of a modernized coupe specialists labored Ford Racing and Vaughn Gitten Motorsport. Extreme novelty is based on the modification of the standard Ford Mustang 2015 model year.

The market extreme version of the model Ford Mustang RTR will be offered in two versions: Spec 1 and Spec 2. The first package Spec 1 brings with it a number of cosmetic changes, such as a spoiler (front / rear), rear diffuser and side skirts.

Most likely, the most popular is to use the Ford Mustang coupe RTRs optional package Spec 2. First of all - this is due to a variety of visual and technical improvements. The culmination of all the changes is the stock 5.0-liter engine V8, which is able to generate using the boost of 725 horsepower (540 kW).

Official representatives of Ford Racing and Vaughn Gitten Motorsport note that increased power is also provided for the 2.3-liter EcoBoost. However, what will be the power of the power unit, is not reported.

Ford Mustang RTR 2015 model year with a package Spec 2 boasts fully adjustable suspension, upgraded springs, new exhaust system and an advanced system of cold air intake.

Upgraded Coupe Ford Mustang RTR will be sold in salons elected official dealers of Ford around the world.

Mercedes-Benz introduced a new concept crossover

noreply@blogger.com (Anonymous) — Tue, 04 Nov 2014 08:13:00 +0000

The German company Mercedes-Benz has officially unveiled conceptual crossover G-Code concept, designed for use in urban environments. Public presentation of the German new items will be held at the upcoming LA Auto Show.

The announcement was made during the opening ceremony of the research and development center Daimler AG Mercedes-Benz in Beijing. The car has a five-door four-seater body with a huge grille that can be highlighted in different colors.

Officially presented conceptual crossover Mercedes-Benz G-Code concept has an overall length of 4100 mm, which is 317 mm shorter than the GLA.

The interior looks much unusual exterior: wide front panel without buttons, huge display instrument panel, steering-wheel.

Depending on the selected driving mode the vehicle can be front-wheel, rear-wheel or all-wheel drive. Also conceptual miniature Mercedes-Benz G-Code concept is equipped with a specially developed suspension "power-on-the-move suspension", which uses the energy generated during reverse movement of the shock absorbers and springs, to drive the generator.

Mercedes-Benz G-Code is equipped with a hybrid power plant: an internal combustion engine that runs on hydrogen, drives the front wheels and the electric charge of the rear axle.

Official representatives of the German auto giant did not disclose all the secrets of innovative car, but noted that the concept of Mercedes-Benz G-Code concept is powered by the "most advanced turbine engine running on hydrogen, and an electric motor, which drives the rear axle."

The Japanese Toyota FCV hydrogen produced for racing

noreply@blogger.com (Anonymous) — Fri, 31 Oct 2014 20:52:00 +0000

Toyota will put the final stage of the championship of Japan Rally, which will be held November 1 and 2, the racing version of its hydrogen car shown FCV.

Toyota FCV propulsion fuel cell will cover the distance of 285 kilometers. The company has published official photos of new items, dressed in a white livery with blue, silver and black graphic elements, but did not disclose the technical details.

Ordinary sedan Toyota FCV 100-kilowatt installation can travel about 300 miles (482 km), fully fueled with compressed hydrogen takes only three minutes, acceleration to 100 km / h - about 10 seconds.

Mobility of hydrogen was introduced this summer at an event Aspen Ideas Festival in the US, and then held a full world premiere at the Paris Motor Show.

Audi continues to test a new generation Q7

noreply@blogger.com (Anonymous) — Fri, 31 Oct 2014 18:38:00 +0000

Audi Q7 caught in lenses Photospies during road tests in Europe. Official presentation of the new items to be held at the Auto Show in Detroit.

The new Audi Q7 is built on a platform of MLB group Volkswagen. The same platform is the basis of crossover Bentley, Lamborghini Urus, and Volkswagen Touareg and Porsche Cayenne new generation.

As a result, updates to the platform, the new Audi Q7, is expected to be easier to more than 350 kilograms.

Judging from the photos, the novelty will deprive a sloping roof. In addition, completely redesigned front and rear of the car. The car will get a new matrix LED headlamps. Such optics mounted on sedan A8.

Car mount a large touchscreen display and a new four-spoke steering wheel.

In the engine range of the second generation Q7, will include a 3.0-liter V6 petrol engine and the 4.0-liter twin-turbo engine V8. In addition? will be offered and diesel power units. Engines will work together with the eight-speed automatic gearbox. Other technical details are kept secret.

Fiat presented in Sao Paulo conceptual pickup

noreply@blogger.com (Anonymous) — Wed, 29 Oct 2014 20:18:00 +0000

At the international motor show in Sao Paulo Italian auto giant Fiat introduced the original concept pickup FCC4, whose name stands for Fiat concept car 4.

Over the exterior show car Fiat FCC4 design center staff worked Fiat Design Center Latam, located in Belo Horizonte, Brazil.

The most interesting elements of the exterior of the machine, see "duplex" head optics, barely visible grille, whimsical design LED lights on the "stern" no B-pillar, narrow side windows and impressive size wheels, which are hidden behind the red calipers.

The car combines the features of many of the door coupes, crossovers and pickups, has a length of 5 m and a width of 1.94 m body height of 1.6 m. By the volume of free space in the cabin concept Fiat FCC4 can give odds to many business-class sedans, noted in the Italian company.

Technical details about the concept were not disclosed.

Renault introduced the concept of a pickup Duster Oroch (Video)

noreply@blogger.com (Anonymous) — Wed, 29 Oct 2014 18:29:00 +0000

The premiere will take place on a motor show concept in Sao Paulo. The company claims that the new product will necessarily go to the series and will be sold in Latin America.

Conceptual pickup is based on a crossover Duster. The car is equipped with a panoramic glass sunroof, skid plates and 18-inch alloy wheels. Pickup was lengthened in comparison with the standard five-door crossover body and layout.

Novelty body painted white with orange accents. Technical details of the car are kept secret. Also not yet known whether the new product gets into the European market.

In the Chinese market has a Mercedes-Benz GLA

noreply@blogger.com (Anonymous) — Tue, 28 Oct 2014 19:02:00 +0000

The most compact crossover Mercedes-Benz GLA officially went on sale in China. The car will compete for such compatriots as the BMW X1 and Audi Q3.

Initially, the Chinese market will be supplied by imported machine assembly, and the following year the production crossover will be established at the facilities of the joint plant Beijing-Benz.

Price Mercedes GLA depending on the configuration varies between 290 - 398 thousand yuan. It is planned that from the beginning of the release of the crossover in the Middle Kingdom, its price will fall by 20%. In the meantime, because of the high cost of new items will be difficult to compete with other members of their class as those already localized assembly in China.

For Chinese buyers GLA manufacturer will offer a choice of petrol turbo 1.6-liter and 2.0. In the first case, the power is 156 horsepower, while the second - 211 "horses". Transmission - only seven-speed automatic, while the drive can be front or full. External or technical differences between "Chinese" GLA from the European version does not.

The Japanese have presented crossover Nissan Kicks (Video)

noreply@blogger.com (Anonymous) — Tue, 28 Oct 2014 18:20:00 +0000

Following the publication of the teaser, Nissan has officially unveiled a new concept SUV Kicks. Its public premiere at the International Motor Show will be held in Sao Paulo.

Conceptual model called Kicks is the fruit of a collaborative effort between the design studios of Nissan in North and South America. Utility is focused on "modern Brazilian professionals."

The creators of the car tried to combine the two aspects in it, to make it strong enough to ride on Brazilian roads and at the same time sporty and elegant.

The front part of the New made in the familiar V-shaped style, some elements borrowed from the latter concept and Murano Sport Sedan.

Dimensions Nissan Kicks - 4300h1800h16000 mm. It rides on 19-inch alloy wheels. Technical information is not, but, presumably, it was built on the base model Micra, as shown two years ago in Brazil, a concept Extrem. It is possible that the production version will be sold in other countries.

Infiniti QX50 show in China

noreply@blogger.com (Anonymous) — Mon, 27 Oct 2014 18:11:00 +0000

Within the Motor Show in Guangzhou before the public appear compact crossover Infiniti QX50 in option for the Chinese car market. In the sale of the car should arrive in early 2015.

Against the background of the standard version of the crossover implemented in other markets, the model will be different using a new grille, revised front bumper, which appeared integrated LED running lights and fog optics.

The only available type of power plant, the proposed Chinese buyers would petrol engine volume 2.5 liters, delivers power to 235 horsepower. Uncontested transmission will be the seven-speed automatic transmission. The drive is provided only front.

Minor changes will occur in the interior design QX50, but they manufacturer has not yet spread, leaving the information on the official presentation.

Serial hypercar Trion Nemesis will appear in 2016

noreply@blogger.com (Anonymous) — Sat, 25 Oct 2014 15:43:00 +0000

Young American company Trion Supercars unveiled the terms of the project of creating hypercar that will be able to compete with Bugatti Veyron and Koenigsegg One: 1. Prototypes Nemesis coupe will be available in February, and the serial production company will start in 2016.

According to the publication Autocar, coupe Trion Nemesis will receive one of the biggest engines in the history of the structure of hyper Caro: volume V8, which is now preparing for the coupe will be 9 liters. With such impressive figures, as well as the use of a twin-turbocharged engine able to develop about 2000 hp.

Assist him to be an 8-speed sequential gearbox and AWD system. Eventually Nemesis spend on acceleration to 100 km / h in just 2.8 seconds and its top speed is estimated to 450 km / h - in fact, it is an application for a world record.

To compensate for the impressive weight of the motor, the manufacturer is going to make Nemesis almost entirely of carbon fiber, including how the power structure of the body and body panels. Carbon-ceramic brake discs will. At the same time in Trion are going to make their offspring quite spacious and comfortable, and provide it with voluminous luggage compartment.

By producing prototypes Trion Supercars begin in a few months. Series production will start in two years, but the party will be very limited - only 50 copies. However, with each of them Americans are going to leave no less than a million dollars. Mentioned that the main objective of the project is not financial gain, and the debunking of the myth of the dominance of European manufacturers in the segment hypercar.

The network got a photo of the new Mitsubishi L200

noreply@blogger.com (Anonymous) — Sat, 25 Oct 2014 15:04:00 +0000

Pre-production version of the next generation Mitsubishi L200 was secretly filmed in the company of the Japanese manufacturer in Thailand.

Compared with the current version of the pickup truck, Mitsubishi L200 new generation has increased in size and received a modified front and rear bumpers, grille, and other optics.

It is assumed that the gamma motor new Mitsubishi L200 remains the same. Thus, the model will be offered with the same 2.5-liter diesel engine in two versions of power (136 and 178 hp).

It is expected that the debut of new items will be held until the end of this year.

Tesla Motors is preparing to set sales record

noreply@blogger.com (Anonymous) — Sat, 25 Oct 2014 08:15:00 +0000

In January this year, the volume of sales of five doors Tesla Model S has passed the mark of 25 million units, and now nine months later on the approach already 50,000th copy.

Tesla Model S Deliveries to customers in the United States began in the summer of 2012. A year later, Tesla went to a number of European markets, and in the spring of 2014 reached up to China, which played a key role in boosting sales.

As of September of this year, around the world sold about 46,928 copies of the Tesla Model S. If the trend continues, in October, will be performed abroad in 51 000 vehicles. It is worth noting that Nissan took about the same amount of time to sell 50,000 copies of a much more affordable electric car Leaf.

Tesla Model S is offered with electric power from 302 to 691 hp Batteries 60 and 85 watt-hours. Initially, the model was RWD, but have recently become available and all-wheel drive version.

The network has the spy photos of the new Audi A4

noreply@blogger.com (Anonymous) — Fri, 24 Oct 2014 18:03:00 +0000

Photospies take pictures of the prototype series sedan Audi A4. Abundant disguise could not hide a major change in the exterior.

It is known that the car will be built on a new modular platform VW MLB Evo, with the result that the model will be 100 pounds lighter than its predecessor.

Judging from the photos, the model will be an evolutionary design with a proprietary grille single frame, narrow headlamps, elongated rear doors and integrated into the boot lid spoiler. Taillights model ships around, will not undergo significant changes.

It is expected that under the bonnet of the new Audi A4 will be the hybrid propulsion system consisting of a two-liter 213-horsepower gasoline TFSI engine and 97-horsepower electric motor. One electric model can travel up to 50 kilometers.

Honda has developed a new system for driver assistance

noreply@blogger.com (Anonymous) — Fri, 24 Oct 2014 17:19:00 +0000

Honda has introduced a new system for monitoring the surrounding area, which will reduce the number of accidents on the roads. The new development will make its debut on the new generation Honda Legend.

The new driver assistance system is called Sensing. The first model to receive new assistant will be sedan Honda Legend, which goes on sale in Japan in late 2014. Following the "Legend" Sensing system will be equipped with other cars Honda.

Sensing system was developed within the framework of a global concept of "Safety for All", which involves the creation of technologies to significantly reduce accidents on the roads.

It consists of two sensors in the radiator grille is the radar at the top of the windshield is a camera that can determine the height of a man and a height of objects at a distance of 60 meters from the car.

Sensing has a new data processing system and can control the steering and brakes of the car to avoid a collision. Also, the system is able to recognize the intentions of other road users, the company said Honda.

BMW will release the "charged" version of the i8

noreply@blogger.com (Anonymous) — Thu, 23 Oct 2014 18:18:00 +0000

The German company BMW in honor of the 100th anniversary of special "charged" version of the hybrid BMW i8. The car is called i8S and will be presented in 2016. Online novelty worth waiting for no earlier than 2017.

According to unofficial information, under the hood will be installed 2.0-liter gasoline engine. Motor power will be around 320 horsepower.

Also, do not exclude modifications, which will be equipped with a 3.0-liter six-cylinder engine. Power of the motor will make about 480 horsepower. To first "hundred" novelty will accelerate in 3.5 seconds. The maximum speed of the machine is limited to 250 kilometers per hour.

As for the cost of the car, the exact figures are not yet known. The company notes that the car will cost 30% more expensive than its predecessor. If this is true, then we can assume that the cost of "charged" hybrid in Europe will exceed 160 000 euros.

The network has the recent spy shots Ferrari LaFerrari XX

noreply@blogger.com (Anonymous) — Thu, 23 Oct 2014 16:36:00 +0000

LaFerrai XX supercar spotted at the Italian track Adria Raceway, which is involved in the test program innovations. Hunters car sensation crept close to the prototype and were even able to photograph the interior.

According to preliminary data, the premiere of the supercar will be held in Abu Dhabi at the event, Ferrari Finali Mondiali, which will be held from 3 to 6 December.

As previously reported, racing out of the hybrid powerplant LaFerrari increased from 963 to 1050 hp In addition, the car improved aerodynamics, providing her massive rear wing, retuned suspension and electronic systems.

As is the case with McLaren P1, buy racing LaFerrari can only owners of the road version. Series limit of 30 copies.

Ford conducts tests updated crossover Explorer

noreply@blogger.com (Anonymous) — Wed, 22 Oct 2014 19:51:00 +0000

Ford Motor Company is testing updated crossover Explorer. According to preliminary data, the novelty will present to the public at the Detroit auto show early next year.

In the photographs the car hidden under camouflage. However, we can already say that the car has received another grille, new optics and modified bumpers.

Also noteworthy chrome strip on the trunk. In addition, the car changed the design of 18-inch or 20-inch alloy wheels. Externally, the car has come to resemble the latest generation Ford Edge.

According to unofficial information, under the hood of the car will be installed EcoBoost engine capacity of 2.3 liters. Motor power can make about 240 horsepower. Also the car can be equipped with 2.7-liter EcoBoost. Power of the motor will make more than 300 horsepower. Other technical specs are kept secret.

Nissan released another teaser of the new crossover

noreply@blogger.com (Anonymous) — Wed, 22 Oct 2014 19:09:00 +0000

Nissan has revealed another teaser of the new B-Class crossover, which will be presented this month at the International Motor Show in Sao Paulo. Details are still not disclosed.

Presumably this is a concept model, which will be released next year. Whether it will be sold around the world or only in Brazil - is unclear.

The prototype was short overhangs, high ground clearance, roof rails, alloy wheels and large, apparently, LED optics. Contrast design of the body and the roof may indicate that the production model will have ample opportunities for personalization.

The premiere will take place on October 29.

The Germans developed a prototype electric vehicle budget

noreply@blogger.com (Anonymous) — Wed, 22 Oct 2014 17:58:00 +0000

Technical University of Munich (TUM) presented a prototype "affordable and safe" electric vehicle Visio.M.

The premiere news, which was created with the participation of leading experts in the field of the automotive industry, will be held at the Munich exhibition of environmentally friendly vehicles eCarTec.

The overall width and height of a double concept car was 1.55 and 1.31 meters respectively. Weight with battery electric vehicle is 535 kilograms, and the drag coefficient is 0.24.

According to the developers, they tried to make the car as light as possible. In particular, the novelty was a monocoque made of carbon fiber reinforced plastic, and the windows are made of polycarbonate.

Visio.M equipped with a 15-kilowatt electric motor (20 hp) feeding from a set of lithium-ion batteries with a capacity of 13.5 kilowatt-hours. Propulsion system allows the electric vehicle to travel at speeds of up to 120 kilometers per hour and a maximum cruising range was 160 miles. On a full charge the battery from a 230-volt outlet takes three to four hours.

Electropenalties got security systems, including radar and video cameras, scanning the area around the vehicle. "A moment before the inevitable collision" car electronics will activate a special "internal" airbags mounted in the bumpers and doors that absorb impact energy.

In addition, a side collision will work before tightener and the seats automatically move over to the opposite side from the impact.

Visio.M also received an innovative air-conditioning system that does not require a lot of energy. The electrothermal converter operates according to the principle "the Peltier effect" in which the heating or cooling occurs when the current in the point of contact of two different conductors. When a current is passed in one direction generates heat, and if it passes in the opposite direction - the heat is absorbed.

"Our project, we have shown the possibility of building a very easy and safe electric car, the cost of which may be lower than comparable vehicles with internal combustion engines. However, it is too early to talk about the series production Visio.M, since many of the components have not yet adapted for mass production," - said one of the project leaders, Professor Marcus Linkamp.

Hyundai plans to launch a compact sports coupe

noreply@blogger.com (Anonymous) — Tue, 21 Oct 2014 19:16:00 +0000

The new coupe can be done on the basis of the concept PassoCorto, which was presented at the Geneva Motor Show in early 2014

The car will be ideologically similar to the model Coupé / Tiburon, Removing of production in 2009, but it will not be a full-fledged successor bygone model.

Worked on the project PassoCorto group of students from the Italian branch of the European Institute of Design in Turin. The car turned a compact and lightweight. Its length is only 4 meters, width - 1.87 m, wheelbase and altogether is 2.45 meters, which, according to the designers, will add more sports car maneuverability.

The prototype Hyundai PassoCorto mounted 1.6-liter 4-cylinder engine with two turbines, which develops 270 horsepower. When the mass of the car to 840 kilograms Hyundai PassoCorto should show good momentum. Though, whether there will be similar characteristics in the production model is not yet known.

Acura released a teaser for an updated version of the sedan ILX

noreply@blogger.com (Anonymous) — Tue, 21 Oct 2014 17:40:00 +0000

Luxury division of Honda will bring to the opening on November 18 at Los Angeles International Auto Show ILX compact sedan 2016 model year, which is positioned as a practically new car.

Information about the updated sedan Acura ILX extremely stingy. The press service of the brand, without going into detail, we note that with the platform model Honda Civic car got a new power plant, more expressive and sporty exterior design and thoroughly redesigned interior. In addition, Acura ILX 2016 model year car comfort and safety of the current version.

Formerly Executive Vice President of North American division Honda John Mendel publicly expressed the view that the base 2.0-liter gasoline engine lacks power. Acura engineers or have finished this unit, which develops 150 hp and 190 Nm of torque, or installed on a sedan completely different engine.

Along with the 4-cylinder engine capacity of 2.0 liters currently Acura ILX is completed and the 2.4-liter unit, which develops 201 hp and 230 Nm of peak torque.

Skoda has published a video with rally Fabia R5

noreply@blogger.com (Anonymous) — Mon, 20 Oct 2014 17:58:00 +0000

New rally hatchback Skoda Fabia R5 replace the old Fabia S2000 from the middle of 2015.

Skoda Fabia R5 is based on a standard subcompact hatchback, presented during the Paris Motor Show.

Prototype, embedded video, got a much extended wheel arches, a ventilated hood, rear wing, "bucket" on the roof, over-rally suspension and tires.

New Nissan Maxima "lit up" on the tests

noreply@blogger.com (Anonymous) — Mon, 20 Oct 2014 16:47:00 +0000

Nissan has started sea trials of the prototype sedan Maxima new generation of "donor" to create a concept car that was made by Sport Sedan.

At the first public test of the new generation Nissan Maxima rolled out in a massive black-and-white "camouflage", which, however, allows you to see some of the details of the exterior.

In the photographs, published edition Automobilemag, visible corporate V-shaped grille, slanted front of the rear LED lights and optics, as well as two large tip of the exhaust system, which hint at the sporting character of the sedan.

The range of engines the new sedan Nissan Maxima will include 4-cylinder turbocharged engine and a hybrid unit that combines an electric motor and a gasoline 2.5-liter I-4 unit with the technology of direct fuel injection.

The top version of the Nissan Maxima is equipped with a demonstrated on the basis of the concept of Sport Sedan V-shaped "six" 3.5 liter 300 hp Powered powerplant with stepless variator Xtronic CV.

Familiarity with the new generation Nissan Maxima will be held on one of the motor show next year.

Skoda revealed details about the new modification Fabia Monte Carlo

noreply@blogger.com (Anonymous) — Sat, 18 Oct 2014 18:52:00 +0000

Skoda's chief designer Jozef Kaban revealed details about the new Fabia Monte Carlo - "sporty" hatchback version of the third generation, which debuted this fall in Paris.

Monte Carlo - styling package, which is available for many models of Skoda. In this case, it will be top-end option for Fabia, because from the charged hot Hatch Fabia RS Czechs refused because of the low level of sales of hot hatchback of the previous generation.

The new Fabia Monte Carlo will receive a front spoiler, large rear spoiler, a diffuser in the rear bumper, additional options for paint finishes and other seat.

Buyers will offer ample opportunities for personalization of a vehicle: various color combinations wheels, body and roof; vinyl stickers on the front panel with unique prints that you can create on their own. Monte Carlo package will be available for all models Fabia.

The network has the picture of the mysterious concept of Mercedes-Benz

noreply@blogger.com (Anonymous) — Sat, 18 Oct 2014 14:13:00 +0000

Spy photos of the unknown concept car Mercedes-Benz with unusual body styles were made near one of the factories of the German manufacturer.

Appearance prototype hidden under camouflage. Judging from the photos, the new product has a long wheelbase, short overhangs very front and rear, as well as the narrow wheels.

Presumably, the concept car is a harbinger of "environmentally friendly" production model, which will be equipped with the power plant on the alternate fuel.

It is expected that the public premiere of the prototype will take place over the next year. Novelty can show in November at the Motor Show in Los Angeles, or in January at the Detroit Motor Show in March or at the Geneva Motor Show.

Earlier, the head of Daimler Dieter Zetsche said that Mercedes-Benz will present a new concept car, which "express the idea of technology development autopilot." The premiere of the prototype will be held in Las Vegas at the Consumer Electronics Show CES in Las Vegas American in January 2015.

Renault car to the test track (Video)

noreply@blogger.com (Anonymous) — Sat, 18 Oct 2014 07:41:00 +0000

Renault has put on the test track car built in the style of a prototype RS01, which is equipped with six-cylinder engine of the supercar Nissan GT-R. Race cars passed on the track at Monza.

Rear-wheel drive coupe concept version of the Renault Sport RS01 features a 550-horsepower twin-turbo 3.8-liter engine and seven-speed sequential gearbox Sadev.

Setting the motor engaged factory tuner "Nissan" - studio Nismo. The maximum speed of the prototype is 300 kilometers per hour.

In addition, racing supercar, the mass of which does not exceed 1.1 tonnes, will receive a carbon-fiber monocoque, adjustable shock absorbers Öhlins, 18-inch wheels, a steel safety cage and high-performance brakes with carbon-ceramic discs.

Infiniti Q50 built custom racing

noreply@blogger.com (Anonymous) — Fri, 17 Oct 2014 21:38:00 +0000

Company Infiniti and non-profit organization Support Our Paras, providing support for wounded veterans of the Parachute Regiment of the British Army, created a team of Infiniti Support Our Paras Racing, which will debut in the next season of the British Touring Car Championship British Touring Car Championship (BTCC).

The main objective of this project - to draw attention to Support Our Paras, and to find additional funding. The race will exhibit two distinct Infiniti Q50, the technical characteristics of which were not disclosed.

Pilot cars will be Richard Hawken and Derek Palmer Jr.. The bulk of the team will make themselves Marines.

All profits earned racing team, will be directed to charity.

GM launched to test a new generation of Chevrolet Volt

noreply@blogger.com (Anonymous) — Fri, 17 Oct 2014 21:01:00 +0000

Road test of the new Chevrolet Volt electric vehicle tested in Carolina. The first public display of new items will be held at the Detroit Motor Show in January next year.

The new Chevrolet Volt will be built on a new front-drive platform. Judging from the photos, the exterior of the car has not changed. The novelty will receive a number of external improvements, but the exterior remains recognizable.

The company said that power reserve Volt without recharging will be significantly increased, from 60 to 96 kilometers. In addition, there will be a cheaper version with reduced battery for the electric motor. Other technical details of the car kept secret. In the sale of the car should arrive in the middle of 2015.

Chevrolet Volt current generation is equipped with a 160-horsepower electric motor and 1.4-liter gasoline generator that can recharge the batteries. In this case, the power reserve is increased up to 500 kilometers.

Volkswagen shows in Brazil conceptual Fox Pepper

noreply@blogger.com (Anonymous) — Thu, 16 Oct 2014 15:13:00 +0000

Volkswagen company will bring to the Motor Show in Sao Paulo, a conceptual version of the model Fox, which received the name prefix Pepper. The manufacturer describes as a novelty "Sports and Youth" hatchback.

The prototype differs from the production version of the five-door body special shade - Red Tornado, another front bumper and plastic-lined underbody. In addition, the novelty has grille in the style of hot-hatch Golf GTI and the 15-inch wheels made of aluminum alloy.

The cabin fitted seat covered with leather two-tone, there were red duct ventilation system, as well as multimedia complex with a 5.5-inch touch screen, Bluetooth and navigation.

Volkswagen Fox Pepper equipped with 120-horsepower 1.6-liter engine that can run on both gasoline and ethanol. Transmission - six-step "mechanics". Hatchback can accelerate from zero to hundred kilometers per hour in 9.8 seconds (on gasoline - in 10.3 seconds), and its maximum speed is 189 kilometers per hour.

Output crossover Lamborghini has once again postponed

noreply@blogger.com (Anonymous) — Thu, 16 Oct 2014 13:10:00 +0000

Management of the Italian company Lamborghini has not yet made a final decision on the fate of the conceptual crossover Urus. The reason for that - the unstable economic situation in the world.

Originally launched in series production coupe-shaped crossover Lamborghini Urus Italians intended by 2017, however, appears to premiere machines will be delayed. According to Autocar, citing its own sources in the company, the bosses Lamborghini has not yet given a "green light" project to create a sports off-road vehicle.

As explained by the representative of Lamborghini on condition of anonymity, brand management fears that instability in the Middle East could dramatically worsen the economic situation in the world.

"The company is sure that the new Lamborghini SUV will significantly increase sales, but it is important to understand what will be the economic situation in the world," - said a source in Ingolstadt.

Skoda Superb new generation will show in Geneva

noreply@blogger.com (Anonymous) — Wed, 15 Oct 2014 18:45:00 +0000

Skoda Superb new family, the third generation will be presented next spring at the Geneva Motor Show. Car, as well as the current generation, will receive liftback and station wagon versions.

Liftback and Wagon Skoda Superb will be based on the new Volkswagen Passat and he also borrow engines. The line must enter the 2.0-liter 190-horsepower diesel engine and a 280-strong petrol engine of the same size.

The final will replace the current 3.6-liter gluttonous V6. It will be available with optional all-wheel drive. There are less powerful units, including a 1.8-liter 180-hp TSI. In addition, Superb will receive a rechargeable hybrid installation like Passat GTE, which debuted recently in Paris.

Design model will be made in the style of the concept VisionC. In the sale of the family will come in the second half of next year.

The network has spy photos of the updated Citroen DS5

noreply@blogger.com (Anonymous) — Wed, 15 Oct 2014 17:04:00 +0000

Presentation of the updated premium hatchback Citroen DS5 is scheduled for March Geneva Motor Show 2015.

Judging by a picture, the company Citroen has redesigned the front of the car. Citroen Logo has been replaced with a chrome emblem DS, and the grille has got chrome trim oversized.

Motor line Citroen DS5, is likely to remain the same. It will include a 200-horsepower gasoline engine THP and four diesel engines: e-HDi 115, BlueHDi 120, HDi 160 and 180 BlueHDi.

The French plan from 2015 model premium line DS, intended for sale in Europe, completely separated from the brand Citroen. Thus, the name of the updated DS5 could be more concise.

All Acura models will be all-wheel drive

noreply@blogger.com (Anonymous) — Tue, 14 Oct 2014 18:11:00 +0000

Acura plans to make all-wheel drive on all models. Therefore, the company wants to stand out from the competition and attract new customers, according to "Automotive News", referring to the statement by the top manager of the company Koyshi Fukui.

To focus on the four-wheel drive at Acura decided since the company does not rest on the success of the Subaru American market.

Looking for a Subaru, I understand that we must have a clear focus within the brand "- said Koyshi Fukui. And four-wheel drive is that the company wants to offer customers to buy avid fans of the brand. Acura wants to get fans who will call themselves "Acurist".

Crossover Qoros "lit up" on the Web

noreply@blogger.com (Anonymous) — Mon, 13 Oct 2014 18:08:00 +0000

On the Internet, showed the first spy photos of the crossover Qoros, passing a road test in China. According to rumors, the new product goes to dealers under the name XQ3.

It is planned that, in its standard version car will be presented during a car forum in Shanghai next year, while sales of crossover Qoros XQ3 in China will be opened in the second half of 2015. Nevertheless, it is clear from the photographs that the model is ready to be substantially on the conveyor.

While the design of new items safely tucked away under full protective camouflage and features of style was impossible to see. Just a mystery remains and the interior of the crossover. Nevertheless, one can well see large exhaust pipes of circular cross section and relatively modest size of the wheel.

It is expected that at the heart of new items will be based on the platform of the sedan Qoros 3, increased in length. Under the hood, the Chinese minders establish a turbocharged 1.6-liter engine that develops a maximum power of 156 horsepower and peak torque of 220 Nm.

It is possible that later will be available for XQ3 and a more powerful 185-horsepower engine displacement of 1.8 liters. Transmission for Qoros XQ3 proposed mechanical or robotic, in both cases, a six-speed.

Qoros XQ3 price has not been disclosed, and will be announced shortly after the debut of new items.

Photospies "caught" the first Indian sports car DC Avanti

noreply@blogger.com (Anonymous) — Mon, 13 Oct 2014 07:28:00 +0000

The pictures show that the sports car DC Avanti is not covered with masking tape, it's probably due to the fact that it is completely similar to the conceptual model, the announcement of which was held in the late winter of this year.

Mass production of the Indian sports car DC Avanti will start at the end of the year, in the month will be collected about 100 cars. There is information that can be displayed and the "charged" version of the sports car.

Under the hood is Avanti 240-horsepower EcoBoost family of Ford's 2.0-liter with index torque 366 Nm. Together with him will work a six-speed manual transmission.

Car Make sprint to first "hundred" in 6 seconds with a limited top speed of 180 kilometers per hour, for a sports car as it is not solid. The conceptual model was made on the basis of lightweight and durable chassis, which made it quite easy to DC Avanti - 1562 kg.

The cost of new items will start at 48,000 dollars.

Jaguar XF brought to the tests of the second generation

noreply@blogger.com (Anonymous) — Fri, 10 Oct 2014 10:19:00 +0000

The new generation of Jaguar XF will get a longer wheelbase and more space in the cabin. The car will be presented in 2016.

The new Jaguar XF will be built on a modular platform iQ [Al], it's the same platform, which is based XE. Due to this, XF becomes about 100 pounds lighter than the current model.

Most likely, in the line of engines Jaguar XF will present a number of new four-cylinder engines Ingenium, is also expected a 3.0-liter V6 and 5.0-liter turbocharged V8 for the top version - XFR-S. The drive will initially back, but will be available and all-wheel drive version.

The first generation of Jaguar XF was presented in 2007. In 2011, was restyled model.

Volvo V40 Cross received a new modification of the four-wheel drive

noreply@blogger.com (Anonymous) — Tue, 30 Sep 2014 06:25:00 +0000

Volvo has introduced a new modification of the "all-terrain" hatchback V40 Cross Country.

Volvo launches new all-terrain version of the V40 Cross Country. Gasoline turboT5 family of Drive-E, which has been available for the hatchback in February this year, can now be combined with all-wheel drive.

T5 - a 2.0-liter engine, giving out 245 hp and 350 Nm. In the Volvo V40 Cross Country it will be a couple of eight-speed automatic transmission with paddles on the steering wheel.

In Volvo noted that the level of emission of CO2 (149 g / km) coupe turned greener Audi Q3 TFSI quattro (179 g / km), BMW X1 xDrive20i xLine (170 g / km) and Mercedes B220 Sport 4MATIC DCT (156 g / km ).

A new variant of Volvo V40 Cross Country received 19-inch alloy wheels with a pattern Damara "diamond cut", the new blue body color Power Blue and updated infotainment system with navigation Sensus Connect.

Modification will go to the European market in mid-autumn.

Honda has prepared a concept of the new Civic Type R

noreply@blogger.com (Anonymous) — Mon, 29 Sep 2014 11:03:00 +0000

Honda has prepared another conceptual version of "charged" hatchback Civic Type R of the new generation. The prototype will debut in early October at the Paris Motor Show. Sales of the production version of hot-hatch, which will establish an assembly in the UK, will begin in 2015.

Hatchback Civic Type R will be equipped with a new generation of two-liter turbocharged engine i-VTEC family of Earth Dreams Technology. Returns the unit will be more than 280 horsepower. According to Autocar, the engine hot-hatch 305 provides power and 406 Nm of torque available at 2,000 rpm.

Engine that meets the standards "Euro-6", combined with a six-speed manual gearbox. Dynamic characteristics of new items not yet known

Civic Type R for the next generation of Honda prepared a special adaptive suspension Adaptive Damper System. Electronics model can automatically change the stiffness of the front and rear suspension, depending on the operating conditions of the vehicle.

In addition, the hot-hatch will get special treatment control electronics, which is called + R. It is activated by a button located next to the steering wheel. After turning on the + R at the Civic Type R will improve the response of the motor on the gas pedal, change the characteristics of the power steering and the suspension Adaptive Damper System is translated in most sports mode.

The first pre-production version of the Civic Type R debuted in the spring of the new generation at the Motor Show in Geneva.

Lexus released spetsversiyu crossover NX from Black Eyed Peas

noreply@blogger.com (Anonymous) — Fri, 26 Sep 2014 11:02:00 +0000

Company Lexus's Fashion Week in Paris presented a special version of crossover NX, developed with the participation of the singer of Black Eyed Peas William Adams, better known under the pseudonym will.i.am.

The singer participated in the finalization of NX as the face of a global advertising campaign this model. Adams, who owns the United States tuning studio, independently came up with the design of body cladding. The basis for the special version has been taken in the crossover configuration F Sport.

Adams asked designers to extend the wheel arches, change the shape of the front and rear bumpers NX. Front splitter was set in black, and on the hind wings, close to the lights, additional sections with red reflectors.

New also received grille with black logo Lexus and 22-inch wheels with red brake calipers.

Will.i.am interior structure did not change, limiting themselves to a choice of finishing materials and black colors. At the request of the singer in the interior of the crossover added matte aluminum inserts, and on the headrests of the front seats embroidered his personal logo. In addition, Adams asked to install NX Pioneer sound system with ten speakers.

Under the hood of the Lexus NX is a two-liter turbocharged engine with 238 horsepower. Transmission - six-step "automatic machine". From zero to 100 km / h this crossover accelerates in 7.1 seconds.

Canadian tuners "conjured" on Subaru WRX STI

noreply@blogger.com (Anonymous) — Fri, 26 Sep 2014 08:51:00 +0000

Canadians from the studio SR Auto Group for the first time took up the fine-tuning of the new generation sports sedan Japanese Subaru WRX STI, which is the successor of the popular Impreza WRX STI.

To begin with pearl gray car "re shod" in matte gray wheels PUR 4OUR.SP, size 20X9 inches.

Stability on the highway provide ample low-profile tires, and confidently go into the turns at high speed coilovers allow BC Racing BR Type, decreased the clearance height and increase the stiffness of the suspension.

Striking contrast body made black brake calipers and black rear bumper diffuser, which are located at the edges of the double titanium sport exhaust system tips Invidia.

To back the menacing sound of 2.5-liter turbocharged boxer engine, the guys at SR Auto Group have established a special gadget Cobb Accessport, allowing to adjust while driving power of the motor.

Ferrari unveiled an open version of the sports car 458 Speciale

noreply@blogger.com (Anonymous) — Fri, 26 Sep 2014 07:27:00 +0000

The public debut of the Ferrari 458 Roadster Speciale Aperta will be held at the Paris Motor Show.

Ferrari 458 Speciale Aperta is positioned as the most powerful and the most aerodynamically efficient Roadster in the history of Ferrari. The model is already available to order in the yellow livery with black and white stripes.

Special model uses forged wheels and a special carbon-fiber trim.

Removable hard top new items made of aluminum, so it weighs only 50 kg heavier than the coupe - 1340 kg.

Additional weight is almost no impact on the dynamics of the 4.5-liter 605-horsepower V8 accelerates the roadster to hundreds of the same 3 seconds - as a closed dvuhdverku. 200 km / h sports car is gaining in 9.5 seconds - 0.4 seconds slower than the coupe.

Circulation is limited to 499 copies. The world premiere will take place at the Paris Motor Show.

Iveco presented the futuristic concept

noreply@blogger.com (Anonymous) — Thu, 25 Sep 2014 13:15:00 +0000

Italians have shown at the exhibition of commercial vehicles in Hanover futuristic Iveco Vision Concept.

Iveco Vision Concept was spectacular design, more suitable vehicle from a science fiction movie.

For the sake of improving the visibility of the A-pillars at the car made "transparent", and instead of mirrors used rear-view camera, which transmits a picture on the big screen in the windshield.

The interior of the van Iveco Vision Concept looks as futuristic. In addition, the car was equipped with an experimental system with sensors that determine the type of cargo carried.

On the basis of these data gives clues electronics for better placement of luggage inside the cargo compartment.

Italians have also chosen an advanced transmission solution called Dual Energy System ("dual energy system"), which allows the machine to run on pure electric power at low speeds and on long trips on the highway to use a thermoelectric engine.

Renault has published the first photos of the new Espace

noreply@blogger.com (Anonymous) — Thu, 25 Sep 2014 11:19:00 +0000

Renault has extended the first official photos of the new generation Espace minivan. Detailed information about the new manufacturer has not provided - we only know that the car will be offered in a Five and a seven-seat version.

Minivan built on a new modular platform CFM1 and designed in the style of a concept car Initiale Paris. As planned by Renault, the new product in their appearance should resemble a crossover rather than a minivan.

Renault promises that the interior of the new Espace is "comfortable, spacious and friendly." Presumably, one of the main elements of the interior will be a large touch screen in the center panel. The company called its design and structure of the adjacent elements "soaring".

According to unofficial information, the following gamma motor Espace will be represented only by four-cylinder turbo engine. Also, the media reported that the top trim minivan receive LED lighting equipment.

Fully one volume of declassified October 2 in the press day of the Paris Motor Show.

Fiat Doblo van presented an updated

noreply@blogger.com (Anonymous) — Thu, 25 Sep 2014 10:25:00 +0000

65 th in the annual exhibition of commercial vehicles IAA Commercial Vehicles Show in Hanover Italian company Fiat Doblo van showed 2015 model year.

After updating model was rethinking the front part, which now can not be confused with any other car. The rear part of the model has also received a minor update that is reduced to the revised position lamps.

Europe updated Doblo van will be offered with a variety of engines, including 1,3 and 1,6-liter diesel unit, which provide impressive torque at low speeds.

In the line of diesel plants is listed: 1.3 MultiJet II (75/90 hp at 200 Nm), 1,6 MultiJet II (100/105 hp at 290 Nm), 1.6 MultiJet II (90 HP at 200 nm with robotized transmission) and 2.0 MultiJet II (135 hp at 320 nm).

Petrol units represented by the following engines: a 1.4-liter with a yield of 95 horsepower with 127 Nm of torque, the 1.4-liter TurboJet (120 hp with 206 Nm) and 1.4TurboJet, which is able to generate the same 120 horsepower , but it can run on both petrol and methane.

Inside, the updated model is a new instrument panel, although the air conditioning control remained the same. In addition, the new model has been upgraded steering wheel, fresh colors, multifunctional chair, under which there are additional boxes and infotainment system.

Official sales of the updated van Fiat Doblo will start early next year. The car will be available in four body styles: Carbo, Combi, Truck and Flatbet, two heights and two variations of length.

In addition, the new van is equipped with Traction +, which provides enhanced traction on slippery surfaces, and improved sound insulation.

Ford spoke about the engines of the new Mondeo

noreply@blogger.com (Anonymous) — Thu, 25 Sep 2014 07:27:00 +0000

Ford has shared data on the technical characteristics of the engine with which the new Mondeo will be offered on the European market.

Range of petrol engines will be three of turbine family EcoBoost. The base will be a motor in volume of 1,0 liter 125 hp Intermediate option - a 1.5-liter unit with 160 hp Finally, the top-end option would be a 2.0-liter engine in two versions boost - 203 and 240 hp

Turbodiesel will be offered only one, but three versions. Depending on the version of the 2.0-liter engine will produce 150, 180 and 210 hp Two less powerful version with a turbodiesel will be supplemented by a system of a full drive connects the rear axle in the case of the front wheels slip.

There will be a hybrid modification, engine which consists of a gasoline engine of 2.0 liter capacity 185 hp and two electric motors. Running on a single electric can reach 32 km and acceleration to 100 km / h takes just 8.5 seconds.

Unlike its counterpart Ford Fusion, which is sold on the market of the USA for almost three years, Mondeo features a wide selection of body and various accessories. In Europe, sales of new products will start in October.

Infiniti released the first photo of the five-meter concept car

noreply@blogger.com (Anonymous) — Wed, 24 Sep 2014 09:21:00 +0000

Company Infiniti released the first photo of the concept car Q80 Inspiration, which manufacturers calls "four-seater fastback". The world premiere of a prototype, giving an idea of the same flagship brand, will be held in early October at the Motor Show in Paris.

Length overall concept is 5052 mm, width - 2027 mm, height - 1350 mm, and the wheelbase is 3103 mm. Infiniti Q80 Inspiration is the largest car in the range of the brand. For comparison, the length of the BMW 6-Series Gran Coupe reaches 5007 mm, and Mercedes-Benz CLS - 4937 millimeters.

The company decided not to install a prototype rear-view mirror, "not to disturb the harmony of lines," but added sound-absorbing, or acoustic, glass and open the door to meet each other in the style of Rolls-Royce Phantom.

Infiniti also announced that the concept has received an adaptive suspension, "high-power and cost-effective" hybrid propulsion system (detailed information about it so far), 22-inch wheels and "stylish" interior trimmed in carbon, aluminum and leather.

According to preliminary data, in a series of Infiniti Q80 will start in 2017 or 2018.

Hyundai is preparing a 708-strong Sonata

noreply@blogger.com (Anonymous) — Wed, 24 Sep 2014 06:54:00 +0000

The Korean company Hyundai, together with Americans of Bisimoto Engineering have developed a special version of sedan Sonata. At the moment the car passes road tests. Officially, the new product will be presented at SEMA tuning show in the United States on November 4.

Engineers completely redesigned the standard 2.4 - liter engine sedan. On the motor installed forged pistons, new connecting rods and the turbocharger. Furthermore been modified intake and exhaust system.

After power is the power unit increased to 708 horsepower. The motor works in conjunction with an improved six-speed manual gearbox.

Also the car is equipped with a special safety cage, spoiler and 18-inch wheels. Other technical details of the new items are kept secret.

In April Hundai Sonata introduced a new on a showroom in New York. The car became much more predecessor. The new generation has grown by 35 mm in length and 30 mm in width, the wheelbase has increased by 20 millimeters.

Sonata is equipped with two engines to choose from: 2.4-liter four-cylinder GDI producing 185 horsepower or a 2.0-liter turbo engine with 245 horsepower. Both are paired with a six-speed automatic transmission.

Audi is working on a new concept

noreply@blogger.com (Anonymous) — Tue, 23 Sep 2014 08:01:00 +0000

According to rumors, the prototype will not only demonstrate the new design language of the brand, but also hint at an entirely new production model - Audi A9. Which is scheduled to debut at the show in Los Angeles.

Experimental design style Audi developed under the leadership of new chief designer Marc Lichte, and conceptual Audi A9 will be, in fact, the debut work of his team. It is expected that the concept will be built on a new platform MLB Evo, which later form the basis of not only the new flagship, but also premium sedan Audi A8.

It is alleged that in the construction of "four-door coupe" Audi A9 will be actively used not only aluminum, but also composite materials. One of the main goals of engineers, according to the portal Autocar, is to hold the weight of the A9 range comparable to the weight of a more compact model Audi A7. Accordingly, apparently, the hypothetical compartment will weigh about 1600 kg, in spite of the more than five meter length.

Audi A9 and will provide a versatile range of motor. It is assumed that the most popular units will be new V6 petrol engine with twin-turbo diesel and a similar amount, which will get a supercharger with an electric drive.

In addition, specially designed for the flagship of the new diesel V8 in volume of 4 liters. Planned and hybrid modification of e-tron, and "charged" S9, which will prepare for the four-liter gasoline V8 rated at about 600 HP

It is believed that Audi A9 will have to compete with models such as the Porsche Panamera and Aston Martin Rapide. The emergence of new items on the market is forecast for 2017.

Honda has updated crossover CR-V

noreply@blogger.com (Anonymous) — Mon, 22 Sep 2014 14:22:00 +0000

The network got the first official pictures of the Honda CR-V 2015 model year.

At the crossover Honda CR-V refreshed front part: modified grille, bumper and fog lights. In addition, the car got new wheels with an unusual design.

After restyling Honda CR-V is likely to receive entertainment and information system HondaLink and improved navigation. SUV also can complement the new system CarPlay iOS, which was developed in collaboration with Apple.

The engine range remains the same. Petrol motors presented 148-horsepower 2.0-liter I-VTEC and 185-horsepower 2.4-liter DOHC. Of diesel will be 118-horsepower 1.6-liter i-DTEC and 148-horsepower 2.2-liter i-DTEC.

The updated SUV will compete with models of Mazda CX-5, Toyota RAV4, Jeep Cherokee, Ford Escape and Nissan X-Trail. Will the price compared to before the restyled model is not yet known.

Toyota showed the first pictures of the concept C-HR

noreply@blogger.com (Anonymous) — Mon, 22 Sep 2014 10:59:00 +0000

Network, there are two full-image concept crossover Toyota C-HR. World premiere of new items will be held in early October in Paris.

Toyota CH-R - Hybrid mini, and officially informed about it only that it combines the "bold design, outstanding driving performance and innovative hybrid drive system."

It is assumed that in the serial embodiment crossover will be located in the model range Toyota step below RAV4. There are also rumors that this model will join the family of Auris and will be sold under the name Auris Cross.

The car will hit the market next year.

Lotus announced a reduction of its staff

noreply@blogger.com (Anonymous) — Mon, 22 Sep 2014 09:07:00 +0000

Guide Lotus Cars has announced the imminent reduction of nearly a quarter of its staff. Initiator of layoffs, executive director of Lotus Jean-Marc Jale, in an interview with Autocar called the decision a necessary measure to implement the new strategy.

It is expected that the forthcoming reductions will affect 325 employees. At the moment, the state of Lotus in 1215, of whom 1,032 work at the head office in the UK Norfolk, and the rest are scattered in other countries.

One of the main purpose of Lotus Jale called a significant expansion of the dealer network and model line, as well as revision of existing machines. So, for the last time Lotus Cars opened nine dealerships around the world, and the company plans to open another 20 stores "in the coming months." With regard to the expansion of the lineup due to special modifications, now Lotus busy road test version of a racing coupe Elise S Cup R.
Jale also confirmed that the brand expects to develop a sedan and crossover. Top manager sees no obstacle to the "basic values Lotus - lightness, dynamism and unique style - were transferred to the civilian model." Head expressed the hope that with the new strategy he and colleagues will be able to "bring back the former glory of the brand."

In late 2013 Lotus has received from the British Government grant for the development of new models in the amount of 10.44 million pounds (about 12.5 million euros). At the same time to invest in the brand and announced its Malaysian owner - the company DRB-Hicom. She promised to spend on the development of "Lotus" 100 million pounds (119 million euros).

Jale was appointed Executive Director of Lotus Cars in the spring of 2014. Before that, he held senior positions in Daimler AG, General Motors, Volkswagen and PSA Peugeot Citroen. In particular, he was responsible for the withdrawal of the world market "premium" sub-brand Citroen - DS. In the "Lotus" Jale replaced Dany Bahar, who was dismissed in 2012 for misappropriation of funds.

Volkswagen released a video on the 544-strong "Beetle"

noreply@blogger.com (Anonymous) — Mon, 22 Sep 2014 08:26:00 +0000

Volkswagen Beetle GRC is the only track version, which is not allowed to drive on public roads.

Compared with the normal version of Volkswagen Beetle GRC has an extensive set of changes, including a body kit, a huge rear wing, 17-inch alloy wheels with Yokohama tires and upgraded brakes.

Under the hood lies the 4-cylinder 1.6-liter turbocharged petrol engine that generates 544 hp at least (405 kW). Also, the sports version of the system will offer all-wheel drive and 6-speed sequential gearbox. Acceleration of the car from a standstill to 96 km / h takes just 2.1 seconds.

Porsche is developing a hybrid Macan

noreply@blogger.com (Anonymous) — Mon, 22 Sep 2014 07:33:00 +0000

Porsche plans to release a hybrid version of the compact SUV Macan S E-Hybrid. On this European news agencies said Julian Baumann, held senior positions in sales and marketing of Porsche.

The exact date of the official debut is not yet known, however, many experts believe that the hybrid modification Porsche Macan S E-Hybrid will be available in 2015.

It is expected that a compact hybrid SUV Porsche Macan S E-Hybrid will use the power unit from the Cayenne and Panamera S E-Hybrid. Both cars are equipped with a 3.0-liter V6 supercharged power of 333 horsepower (245 kW) and an electric motor generating 95 hp (70 kW). The total capacity of the hybrid power plant is 416 hp (306 kW) at 590 Nm torque.

In addition, it is expected that the hybrid will have a greater cruising range on electric power, which is at the Panamera S E-Hybrid is 36 km away.

Scion showed a teaser conceptual coupe version tC

noreply@blogger.com (Anonymous) — Mon, 22 Sep 2014 05:48:00 +0000

The company released a teaser Scion conceptual coupe version tC, which the manufacturer will build together with the American heavy metal band Slayer. The premiere of new items will be held in early November at the SEMA tuning show in Las Vegas.

The technology, called Scion x Slayer Mobile Amp tC, receive aggressive aerodynamic body kit. In the design of the exterior of the prototype used the symbolism of the collective, and the interior converted into a music studio. Its equipped with amplifiers, a lot of speakers, and a 32-inch monitor to watch the video.

On the technical improvements, are still unknown. Average Scion tC coupe is equipped with a 2.5-liter engine with 180 horsepower, which works with a six-speed "mechanics" or "automatic" the same range.

In addition, Scion will present at SEMA special version of the compact wagon xB, built with skateboarder Riley Hawk - son of Tony Hawk.

The distinctive features of the prototype, made "in the style of the 70s", will be a bright orange color body with windows in its rear. Salon equip storage compartment skateboards, premium audio system and hairy floor mats.

Vencer unveiled the production version of the sports car Sarthe

noreply@blogger.com (Anonymous) — Fri, 19 Sep 2014 11:51:00 +0000

The first copy Vencer Sarthe is already running in the assembly. Dutch company plans to release any sports car in the month.

Under the hood Vencer Sarthe installed 6.3-liter V8 engine with a mechanical supercharger. Engine power will be 622 liters. s. and 838 Nm of torque. The power unit is mated to a six-speed manual gearbox.

From zero to one hundred kilometers per hour mid-engined supercar is able to accelerate in 3.6 seconds - two-tenths of a second faster pre-production version. Maximum speed increased to 12 kilometers per hour - up to 338 kilometers per hour.

The model has a steel chassis, carbon fiber body panels, Torsen limited-slip differential on the rear axle, as well as eight-brakes front and four behind. Weight supercar - 1390 pounds.

Monthly Vencer plans to assemble one car. According to the brand, the company already has several customers. The first machine gets to its owner for Christmas. Prices for models start at 270 thousand 882 euros.

Americans have turned to pickup the Nissan Leaf (Video)

noreply@blogger.com (Anonymous) — Fri, 19 Sep 2014 10:05:00 +0000

Engineers American Technical Center Nissan, located in Arizona, altered Leaf electric car in the car for commercial traffic, are welded to it the cargo bay of a pickup Frontier (Navara). The machine, known as Sparky, used to transport large items on the territory of the test center, the size of which is 1234 hectares.

The authors of the project were engineers Roland Schellenberg and Arnold floss. Schellenberg planned remake Leaf as a task for team building. In addition, the center for corporate needs required a similar car.

Directly responsible for drafting the floss, selected as the "donor" pickup Frontier. Besides them, the creation of the machine was attended by other members of the research center - only about 35 people. According to the authors, the work went on, "a few months".

Employees of the center cut Leaf rear upper part of the body, leaving only the rear doors, which later became the wings of a pickup truck. Then, the resulting structure are combined with the cargo compartment Frontier. Cargo compartment cover has become the fifth door Leaf.

In addition, the engineers replaced the tail lights, changing the location of tail lights - they were transferred under the bumper. To give Sparky "a nostalgic view," Molyneux nailed to the surface of the cargo compartment of old boards, which he found in his garage.

Arizona Nissan Technical Center is a major testing ground for the company in North America. On its territory there are 92-mile oval track. The main activity of the center - testing cars in hot climates.

Lamborghini has announced a mysterious model

noreply@blogger.com (Anonymous) — Fri, 19 Sep 2014 08:29:00 +0000

Italian supercar manufacturer issued a teaser, which shows the silhouette of preparing for the premiere of the supercar.

The debut of the supercar will be held in early October at the Paris Motor Show. No further information about the new Italians failed.

The main reason for guesswork was the phrase of the manufacturer, the accompanying teaser: "Once perfection is reached, you can just double it." Accordingly, most of the guess is that Lamborghini will show in Paris some four-seater model.

According to some reports, as a platform for new items can be used platform supercar Lamborghini Aventador. However, developed in Sant'Agata full four-seater coupe-style gran turismo or continue to experiment with the sedan type - it is not known yet.

Meanwhile, back in 2012, the leadership in the face of Lamborghini Stephan Winkelmann has attempted to dispel rumors about the upcoming release of a four modifications Aventador.

"We have a lot of ideas about what could be done with the Aventador, but not all proposals deserve translating into reality," - said then Lamborghini. Nevertheless, experts Publishing Car insist that the main Parisian premiere of the brand in early October will be Aventador with a slightly longer wheelbase, two additional small chairs and recycled circuit opening doors.

Volkswagen will bring to Paris an updated Polo GTI

noreply@blogger.com (Anonymous) — Thu, 18 Sep 2014 15:02:00 +0000

Volkswagen has unveiled the updated Polo GTI before the official premiere, which will be held next month in Paris.

During the restyling charged hatchback received a new face of the sports bumper and red accents, as well as a new rear bumper and dual exhaust pipes.

The interior sports steering wheel and installed the seat in the decoration used black glossy inserts and red stitching.

The most significant changes have taken place under the hood. The previous 1.4-liter 180-horsepower engine gave way to a 1.8-liter four, which produces 192 hp and 320 Nm.

With this unit hatchback accelerates to a hundred in 6.7 seconds and reaches a top speed of 236 km / h.

The engine now combined not only with the DSG gearbox with double clutch, but with six mechanics.

Volvo has developed for the new XC90 sport package

noreply@blogger.com (Anonymous) — Thu, 18 Sep 2014 13:09:00 +0000

Volvo has revealed the first official images of the XC90 SUV in the sports package R-Design. Novelty is followed by a limited edition First Edition, which consisted of 1,927 vehicles with unique numbers, which was sold out in 47 hours.

Body Volvo XC90 R-Design includes a number of special items such as the radiator grille, front spoiler, metal edging windows, built-in dual exhaust pipes, silver roof rails and body exterior mirrors in matt silver.

Complement the appearance of the R-Design 20-inch wheels, emphasizing the dynamic silhouette of the car, which as an option can be replaced by 22-inch.

Inside, in addition to sport seats and steering wheel, covered in perforated leather for nubuck, there are elements such trim as stylized tip shift lever, lining up on the pedals, floor mats and plates with illuminated on the rapids.

System management functions in the car almost devoid of buttons and is a completely new solution for interoperability with the car, offering access to Internet resources, as well as to products and services based on cloud technology.

The new Volvo XC90 is available with two petrol and two diesel engines, developing from 190 to 320 horsepower, as well as the 400-strong hybrid power plant with two-liter engine equipped with a turbine, and a mechanical supercharger.

Peugeot unveiled the new concept

noreply@blogger.com (Anonymous) — Thu, 18 Sep 2014 11:25:00 +0000

Company Peugeot has officially presented a new concept crossover, which was named Quartz. The prototype is equipped with a hybrid power plant, the total return that is 499 horsepower. The first public display of new items will be held in October at the Paris Motor Show.

The structure of the power plant Peugeot Quartz includes a 1.6-liter turbocharged "four" power of 270 horsepower (330 Nm) as developed by the racing division automaker Peugeot Sport, dedicated six automatic transmission, and a pair of electric motors to power 85 kW (115 hp force) - one for each axis. They are both used for the wheel speed, and for charging a 400 volt battery during deceleration.

Powerplant prototype has three operating modes: all-electric (power reserve is 50 kilometers), road, if enabled, the engine and operate the engine at the front axle, as well as racing. In the latter case, all the motors are functioning.

The prototype is built on a modular chassis EMP2, which is used to create the Peugeot 308 and Citroen C4 Picasso. Overall length of the concept car is 4.5 meters, width - 2.06 meters. Thus, Quartz to 341 millimeters long and 321 millimeters wider than the Peugeot 2008 crossover.

On the prototype also installed 23-inch wheels and an automatic air suspension that can change the ride height from 300 to 350 millimeters, depending on the data from the cameras and navigation system.

The interior Quartz used basalt fabric with polyester derived from the processing of plastic bottles. Floor, ceiling, door panels and seats are covered with leather prototype.

BMW 2-Series Active Tourer has received three new engines

noreply@blogger.com (Anonymous) — Thu, 18 Sep 2014 08:09:00 +0000

The Bavarian automaker said about the changes in the power range of the BMW 2-Series Active Tourer, where three new unit.

Composition of the range motors complement the 2.0-liter gasoline engine and two diesel unit in volume of 1.5 and 2.0 liters. Gasoline 4-cylinder turbocharged engine has a power of 192 hp and maximum torque of 280 Nm. Compact BMW 220i Active Tourer, accelerating for 7.5 s. to first "hundred", reaches a top speed of 230 km / h.

Diesel 3-cylinder 1.5-liter unit has a capacity of 116 hp and peak torque of 270 Nm. With the new engine compact van 216d Active Tourer "shoots" from 0 to 100 km / h in 10.6 seconds. and has a top speed of 195 km / h. The main advantage of the new version of the model is the low fuel consumption: the combined per 100 km car consumes no more than 3.9 liters of fuel.

Another diesel engine displacement of 2.0 liters produces 190 hp and 400 Nm of torque. In the combined cycle with the motor model 220d Active Tourer consumes on average up to 4.5 liters of fuel per "steward" of the path.

New engines, with the exception of 3-cylinder unit, available with six-speed manual transmission and automatic transmission Steptronic, numbering eight steps. Diesel 1.5-liter engine combined with a manual transmission only.

Also carmaker BMW said that in some markets prepare BMW all-wheel drive versions of the models 220d Active Tourer and 225i Active Tourer. For machines equipped with xDrive, provides only an automatic transmission.

Toyota began to test hydrogen car

noreply@blogger.com (Anonymous) — Thu, 18 Sep 2014 07:21:00 +0000

Hydrogen Saloon Toyota FCV noticed on public roads in the United States. Home sales in Japan is planned for April 2015, to Europe and the United States will get a car for the summer.

For specifications, Toyota FCV yet little is known. Acceleration from 0 to 100 km / h will take about 10 seconds to run from the refueling refueling will be about 500 kilometers.

According to preliminary data, the release of hydrogen models will Motomachi plant in Aichi Prefecture. Deliveries will be established only in those regions where the infrastructure development of hydrogen filling stations.

In Japan, the hydrogen sedan will cost about 7 million yen (about 70,000 euros). As representatives of the company, they are hoping that by 2020, this amount will be reduced by almost two times due to the large number of sales and increase capacity of the enterprise.

Bentley has developed a "charged" version of Mulsanne

noreply@blogger.com (Anonymous) — Wed, 17 Sep 2014 15:40:00 +0000

Bentley has unveiled the "charged" version of the flagship Mulsanne - Speed. From conventional sedan it has a more powerful engine, as well as migrated steering and suspension.

Capacity 6.75-liter twin-turbo "G" Mulsanne modification Speed increased from 512 to 537 horsepower and maximum torque increased from 1020 to 1100 nm. At engine compression ratio has been changed, upgraded combustion chamber inlet ports, fuel injectors and refined timing and blowers.

In addition, the improved engine deactivation system of four cylinders under light loads (motor is now a smooth transition from V8 to V4), slightly reduced CO2 emissions and improved fuel economy, so that the power reserve increased by 80 kilometers.

Externally, the most powerful Mulsanne differs only in the radiator grille painted in black color. The interior also has not undergone any major changes - the car received a "racing" pedals and seats with diamond stitching.

Public display of Bentley Mulsanne Speed held in October at the Paris Motor Show. In the sale of novelty will be in winter 2014.

Honda revealed the European version of the new Jazz

noreply@blogger.com (Anonymous) — Wed, 17 Sep 2014 13:28:00 +0000

Honda released the first images of the next generation hatchback Jazz. This car is the European counterpart of the third-generation model Fit, which debuted last summer in Japan, and earlier this year was presented to the United States market.

New Jazz turned to 15 mm longer than the previous one, and its wheelbase has grown by 30 mm. Hatchback stocked new suspension, which provides a "more refined and comfortable ride." The cabin seats installed Honda Magic Seats

At the moment, the novelty has the status of a prototype, as European sales will start in the summer 2015. In this regard, detailed specifications have not been disclosed, but it is known that the hatchback will be equipped with 1.3-liter gasoline engine i-VTEC, which will be combined either with six mechanics, replacing the old five-speed or variable speed.

The official premiere of Honda Jazz will be held on October 2 at the Paris Motor Show.

Renault introduced the concept Eolab (Video)

noreply@blogger.com (Anonymous) — Wed, 17 Sep 2014 10:53:00 +0000

Renault has introduced a unique vehicle Eolab Concept, the ability to overcome 100 kilometers on one liter of fuel. The official presentation of the concept will take place at the Paris Motor Show.

Representatives of the company Renault note that Eolab Concept is a concept for many years. The production version of this model may appear in the 2020 - 2021 year.

New conceptual Eolab built using more than 100 completely innovative details and elements. The first thing you need to know about this futuristic concept Renault, it consumes only 1 liter of gasoline per 100 kilometers.

For the movement of the concept car's hybrid propulsion system meets ZE Hybrid. It includes a 1.0-liter three-cylinder petrol unit SCe, capable of generating 75 horsepower at 95 Nm of torque, the battery is 6.7 kW / h and a three-speed transmission with integrated electric motor. The electric motor develops innovative car 68 horsepower (50 kW) with 200 Nm of torque.

Renault Eolab Concept is a three-door model, which has a drag coefficient of 0.235. In addition, the concept is equipped with active front spoiler, an active rear flaps and active wheels. All purports to reduce airflow resistance.

According to an official press release, the active wheel concept made so that the cooling mechanism of the brake system. In addition, the innovative concept has active suspension, which automatically adjusts the ride height to minimize resistance.

In order to save fuel the body is ultra-light frame. The main materials are steel, aluminum and composites. The model has received hyperfine windshield and light interior. Thanks to all the changes in a curb weight of Renault Eolab Concept is only 400 kg.

Official representatives of the French company noted that the concept of Renault Eolab Concept should be absolutely competitive in all areas of the automotive industry. Efficiency and effectiveness of the model should attract potential buyers.

Citroen DS3 has prepared a new version

noreply@blogger.com (Anonymous) — Wed, 17 Sep 2014 08:38:00 +0000

The French company Citroen has posted on its official website a few images of new versions of the hatchback DS3. Concepts, created on the basis of a hatchback and convertible, developed in conjunction with the Fashion House Ines de la Fressange from France.

For concepts hatchback DS3 specialists from Ines de la Fressange chose black and purple color of the body. In turn, the side mirrors are painted in red.

Also, designers have prepared an exclusive wheels 17 inches with red tag "DS". Convertible top was semi-blue, and the wheels are decorated in the same colors as the roof.

Exterior Concepts is made in the same style as the exterior. Seats are covered with expensive leather purple color with contrast stitching. Also purple hue seen in the inserts in the door panels. The center console is made in a two-color scheme.

Spetsversii Citroen DS3 will be shown at the Paris Motor Show, will be released if they are mass-produced, the company has not yet recognized.

Volkswagen Touareg gets a new diesel

noreply@blogger.com (Anonymous) — Wed, 17 Sep 2014 07:27:00 +0000

Volkswagen has announced that it will replace the 3-liter diesel engine for the Touareg with a new unit.

According to the press center, the engine will have the same volume, but begins to develop 262 hp. s. instead of 245 liters. s. In this case, the manufacturer claims that the new V6 TDI decreased average fuel consumption.

Tuareg current 3-liter "six" consumes 7.2 liters of diesel per 100 kilometers. The new unit will reduce the appetite to 6.6 liters per 100 kilometers. 3,0 TDI work will continue with the 8-step "automatic", and carbon dioxide emissions amount to only 174 g / km. The motor has a new catalytic converter and complies with Euro-6.

The updated Touareg will go on sale in October this year. The car has received a number of external improvements and options, including Google Earth, Street View, integrated into the navigation system.

Ford showed a teaser of the new C-MAX

noreply@blogger.com (Anonymous) — Wed, 17 Sep 2014 05:26:00 +0000

Ford has unveiled the design part of the updated C-MAX compact van in front of his official presentation on Wednesday, 17 September.

Novelty was more stylish and premium appearance with the increased in size swept headlamps, trapezoidal grille with chrome trim, fog lights and a large reshaped lower grille on the bumper.

It is assumed that under the hood there will be new compact van engines, including the 1.5-liter EcoBoost (150 and 180 hp) liter EcoBoost and TDCi diesel engines of 1.5 and 2 liters. First, depending on the modification would be to develop the 95 and 120 horsepower, and the second - 140 and 163 horsepower.

The updated model will be presented to the public on October 2 Paris Motor Show together with the already declassified minivan Ford S-MAX second generation.

Crossover Fiat 500X declassified before the premiere

noreply@blogger.com (Anonymous) — Tue, 16 Sep 2014 16:31:00 +0000

At the disposal of the Italian magazine Quattroroute was the first official photo of the compact crossover Fiat 500X, which will premiere in October at the Paris Motor Show.

In general, the coupe has similar stylistic features with a conventional hatchback 500, but has a more long hood, higher ground clearance, as well as the wheels of another design.

Crossover share a platform with the Jeep Renegade, which is also used on the Compact Fiat 500L. New products will be offered with both front and all-wheel drive.

In the range of 500X motor gasoline will "four" family MultiAir and diesel units MultiJet. The engines will be combined with six-speed manual, "robot" with two clutches or nine range of "automatic".

Production of the new "Fiat" as Jeep Renegade, will establish a factory in the Italian Melfi.

Opel showed the passenger version of the new Vivaro

noreply@blogger.com (Anonymous) — Tue, 16 Sep 2014 12:31:00 +0000

The car was named Vivaro Combi and will be presented on September 23 in Hamburg.

New Opel Vivaro Combi will be available in two lengths - 4998 or 5398 millimeters.

The car seats have removable second and third rows. Also Vivaro Combi different folding third-row seats. Novelty is also equipped with an infotainment system with seven-inch IntelliLink touchscreen and Bluetooth.

Under the hood of the car is set 1.6-liter BiTurbo CDTI turbo diesel with two power options - 120 or 140 horsepower. Furthermore, available 1.6-liter diesel CDTI. Capacity of the motor is 90 or 115 liters. s. choice.

In Germany, the price for the novelty will start from 30,000 euros.

Mercedes-Benz plans to produce 10 hybrids by 2017

noreply@blogger.com (Anonymous) — Tue, 16 Sep 2014 10:32:00 +0000

Mercedes-Benz is planning in 2017 to offer up to ten models with hybrid power plants, have the ability to recharge the batteries from the mains. This is with reference to the head of the new research and development of Daimler Thomas Weber said the publication Car Advice.

According to Weber, such modifications will not only mark the main families - C-, E- and S-Class, but also on the number of all road workers. "In principle, we can put the hybrid installation on all of our rear-wheel drive cars, and cars with all-wheel drive 4Matic", - explained Weber.

In this case, the top manager does not exclude that in the future the combined plant will also be equipped with front-wheel drive model and - A- and B-Class, GLA and CLA, but this would require upgrading units.

In November, the Germans will start selling hybrid modification flagship sedan S-Class new generation represented at last year's Frankfurt Motor Show. Version of the S500 Plug-in Hybrid equipped with three-liter six-cylinder turbo engine capacity of 333 horsepower, 80-kilowatt electric plant and a set of lithium-ion batteries.

Pure electric sedan can travel up to 30 kilometers. This version is able to recruit "hundreds" of 5.5 seconds, and its top speed is electronically limited to 250 kilometers per hour. Fuel consumption in the combined cycle is less than three liters per hundred kilometers.

It is expected that the next in the line of rechargeable hybrid Mercedes-Benz will be the C-Class. This modification is expected to debut in October at the Paris Motor Show. It is assumed that in the power plant will liter turbo and 50 kilowatt electric motor. According to others, the novelty can get the same units as the S500 Plug-in Hybrid.

Peugeot intends to abandon coupe RCZ

noreply@blogger.com (Anonymous) — Tue, 16 Sep 2014 08:49:00 +0000

Company Peugeot RCZ coupe will refuse at the end of the life cycle of the first generation model. This is with reference to the head of the group PSA Peugeot Citroen Carlos Tavares said the publication Auto Express.

"RCZ much time left - said Tavares. - Our brands need sports car, but we will focus on the creation of the" charged "version of the representatives of the current rulers, rather than the development of new, independent models."

Peugeot RCZ coupe debuted in 2009. In 2012, the model has gone through an update, in which the two doors has a new front bumper with LED daytime running lights, other false radiator grille, made in the style of an analog at 208 hatchback and upgraded headlights.

"Charged" version of the RCZ - R - is the status of the most powerful production model Peugeot. Modification, debuted in 2013, is equipped with a 1.6-liter turbocharged engine, the return of which is 270 horsepower and 330 Nm of torque. From a place to "hundreds" RCZ R accelerates in 5.9 seconds.

Infiniti will bring to Paris crossover QX70 S-Design

noreply@blogger.com (Anonymous) — Tue, 16 Sep 2014 07:31:00 +0000

At the Paris Motor Show will premiere Japanese news - premium crossover QX70 S-Design.

Model QX70 was formerly known as FX. New names of all Infiniti cars got re-branded. Appearance special QX70 S-Design company does not disclose, presenting only a few details of the model.

Mercedes-Benz "Giving brash character elegant and sporty QX70, Infiniti engineers have created a model S-Design, which attracts attention with its provocative nature of the standard QX70. A new series of the original full-size luxury crossover embodies athleticism and dynamism of a sports car" - described the new product in the company .

Dark chrome is applied in the design of the grille, fog lamps, side air intakes and thresholds, as well as on the rear license plate. In addition, the crossover got blackout lights, 6-spoke 21-inch alloy wheels, made in black, as well as roof rails and black mirror housings.

Similar elements S-Design is and inside the car - black painted center console and purple flashing seats, steering wheel, armrest and door panels.

Series S-Design is based on a complete set of S-Premium, which comes as standard on this model. Infiniti QX70 S-Design will be presented to the markets of some countries in Western Europe immediately after the presentation at the Paris Motor Show.

Renault is testing a new crossover

noreply@blogger.com (Anonymous) — Tue, 16 Sep 2014 07:05:00 +0000

Photospies managed to shoot a new crossover Renault. The pictures were taken during the passage of a novelty road tests.

According to preliminary data, the car will be called Djeyo. Novelty should come to replace the crossover Koleos. Presentation of the machine can be held in 2016.

The car will be built on a modular platform Common Module Family (CMF), which is also used for the Nissan X-Trail. The company noted that these models will be a lot of common components.

Further technical details of new items are kept secret.

The network got photos serial crossover Geely Emgrand Cross

noreply@blogger.com (Anonymous) — Mon, 15 Sep 2014 13:38:00 +0000

China spies managed to take the first pictures of serial crossover Geely Emgrand Cross, passing a road test. The model made its debut as a concept at the time of the Beijing Motor Show, held in April of this year.

Geely Emgrand Cross covered with protective camouflage, but that does not stop to notice that the crossover equipped with grille, identical new sedan Geely Emgrand GC9 ruled that the two models are similar, and other elements of the exterior.

Body length is 4 new items 430 mm with a wheelbase of 2680 mm, which will create a sufficient level of interior comfort for passengers in the rear row of seats.

Conceptual version of the car was presented with a hybrid power plant with total capacity of 142 horse power, of which 88 forces accounted for gasoline engine of 1.0 liter. Maybe, this version will be introduced to the market, but the main motors for factory options SUV called traditional petrol engines of 1.6 and 1.8 liters, the power which is not yet known.

It is expected that the sale of Geely Emgrand Cross, focused primarily on the domestic market, will be available by the end of next year.

Toyota has announced a new concept crossover

noreply@blogger.com (Anonymous) — Mon, 15 Sep 2014 12:07:00 +0000

Japanese automaker Toyota will show at the upcoming auto show in Paris its new concept car Toyota C-HR, which is a harbinger of a serial crossover, which will be a serious competitor to Nissan Juke and will be launched for sale within 12 months.

As long as the manufacturer has revealed very few details about the concept, but it has published a teaser news, and said that "the concept car C-HR combines powerful new design with rapturing handling and hybrid power plant."

Looking at the image of Toyota C-HR is particularly noteworthy squat roof streamlined shape that signals an impending significant change in stylistic preferences and giant departure from chopped, square shapes, which for many years has been the hallmark car class SUV Toyota.

Upon entry of the serial C-HR will be the smallest member of the line crossover Toyota.

Ford S-MAX declassified second generation

noreply@blogger.com (Anonymous) — Mon, 15 Sep 2014 11:20:00 +0000

The public debut of the new minivan Ford S-MAX will be held at the Paris Motor Show in early October.

Ford S-MAX has received an updated exterior style of the new Focus and Mondeo. We minivan grille is made in the style of Aston Martin, and the model has received new optics and bumper.

Among the emerging options - seats with massage, airbags for rear passengers, elec steering column and an automatic opening of the fifth door.

Under the hood of new items - petrol and diesel units. EcoBoost gasoline line represented engines of 1.5 and 2.0 liters. Engine power is 158 and 237 liters. s. respectively. One diesel engine - a 2.0-liter engine with recoil 118, 150 or 180 hp. s. depending on the settings.

Engines are paired with a 6-step "mechanics" or "robot" with two clutches. Order the new S-MAX will be both the front and four-wheel drive.

In Europe, the minivan will be available later this year.

Skoda launched to test new Fabia rally

noreply@blogger.com (Anonymous) — Mon, 15 Sep 2014 09:58:00 +0000

Skoda Company began testing the rally Fabia hatchback version of the new generation. The car will be prepared in accordance with the requirements of category and R5 will be the middle of next year.

The prototype was seen during trials in Greece. Behind the wheel of the car was a pilot factory team Skoda Jan Kopecky. "We just started to run in the car, so it is too early to talk about its merits. However, previous Fabia S2000 was good, so I believe that the new machine will be not less competitive," - said Kopecky.

Technical data trends are not yet known. According to the requirements of Class R5, the vehicle must have all-wheel drive, 1.6-liter turbo engine and not be easier to 1,230 kilograms. It is assumed that the engine output will be around 300 horsepower.

The first public debut of the new generation of civil Fabia held in October at the Paris Motor Show. In motor range hatchback built on the modified chassis predecessor, will include four petrol and three diesel units.

The first will include a three-cylinder unit in volume of one liter and the "Quartet" 1.2, the impact of which varies from 60 to 110 horsepower. Engines for "heavy fuel" will be presented 1.4-liter three-cylinder engines ranging from 74 to 104 horsepower. Gearing - "mechanics" or "robot" DSG.

KIA Soul will get a turbine

noreply@blogger.com (Anonymous) — Mon, 15 Sep 2014 08:30:00 +0000

The network has information that the Korean manufacturer KIA plans to soon bring to the world market a new version of the compact crossover KIA Soul. It is the version Turbo, having improved dynamics.

Under the hood of the car will be equipped with a standard 1.6-liter gasoline engine, but due to the presence of the turbine to increase its capacity to 201 horsepower power and 264 Nm of maximum torque.

It is reported that the suspension settings will also be amended to appropriate more dynamic driving, and the standard braking system will pass completion in order to increase its effectiveness.

In addition, considering the possibility of release Soul-wheel drive, which by design will be similar to being installed on the larger SUV KIA Sportage. No other details of the project have not yet given.

Will be offered for KIA Soul Turbo changes in the design of the cabin or appearance, not reported. There is no information about the possible cost.

Dongfeng introduced Chinese Leaf

noreply@blogger.com (Anonymous) — Mon, 15 Sep 2014 07:44:00 +0000

Company Dongfeng Nissan has shown a new car under the name Venucia e30. This model is almost a complete copy of the popular electric vehicle Nissan Leaf.

Venucia e30 has a familiar design, although different from fellow updated front bumper with a very controversial "grille", and the location of the rear bumper reflectors.

Company Dongfeng Nissan has not disclosed the technical details, but the model is likely to have a familiar system, consisting of lithium-ion battery and an electric motor that develops 107 hp (80 kW) and 253 Nm of torque.

Venucia e30 will initially be sold in nine cities in China: Beijing, Shanghai, Guangzhou, Shenzhen, Dalian, Wuhan, Tianjin, Zhengzhou and Hangzhou. Prices start from 267,800 yuan (43,683 dollars).

The new version of the BMW M4 "lit up" at the Nurburgring

noreply@blogger.com (Anonymous) — Mon, 15 Sep 2014 07:36:00 +0000

Photo spies photographed the new BMW M4 coupe version of the test in Germany's famous Nürburgring.

Tested BMW M4 will be different from the normal version of the model other front bumper, as well as a massive spoiler on the trunk.

In addition, some sources report that the coupe will also get more powerful brakes and improved suspension. As a result, the car will be even better managed and will simply pour in the pavement.
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What engine will be installed under the hood of a new version of BMW M4, is not yet known. Standard "charged" Quartet has turbocharged "heart" V6, which produces 431 horsepower. From zero to first "hundred" sports car accelerates in just 4.1 seconds, top speed is traditionally limited to 250 km / h. Car weighs only 1.5 tons.

Rolls-Royce has thought of developing an SUV

noreply@blogger.com (Anonymous) — Fri, 12 Sep 2014 13:36:00 +0000

Rumors about the alleged SUV British brand Rolls-Royce, it seems, begin to take under the soil. Designers and engineers have already taken the first steps in this direction.

Top management of Rolls-Royce are still very cautious in estimates of their own prospects and prefers not to talk directly about whether the company will create its first SUV, or prefer to remain a passenger manufacturer.

The head of Rolls-Royce, Torsten Muller-SFA, according to the portal BMWBlog, continues to define the luxury SUV segment is "very interesting" and declares that the specialists of "seriously think" over the potential novelty.

Meanwhile, the chief designer of Rolls-Royce Giles Taylor some time ago said that his staff had already begun contemplating an easy task. But the idea of chief stylist of the brand is not to produce a normal, albeit a very luxurious SUV, but to create something between a crossover and sport wagon.

According to Taylor, the model will somehow conform to the image of the brand, as opposed to an SUV.

Apparently, the activation of the British movement towards the development of an unusual novelties plans provoked concern BMW, which includes the company Rolls-Royce. Bavarians are going in 2017 to introduce its new large crossover, which receives the index X7 and will be built on some new platform. That it was rumored, and going to use in Rolls-Royce to build their own full news.

Do not shrug off in the Rolls-Royce and the efforts of its competitors - Bentley and Aston Martin.

Mercedes-Benz updated the B-Class Compact MPV

noreply@blogger.com (Anonymous) — Fri, 12 Sep 2014 12:16:00 +0000

Mercedes-Benz has updated MPV B-Class, including - its electric version of the Electric Drive, even though it only came out this spring. The official premiere of restyling the family will be held in October at the Paris Motor Show.

Facelift came out quite modest: the car was the front bumper with larger air intakes, a slightly modified radiator grille and daytime running lights built into the headlamps.

The main innovation here - LED optic LED High Performance, but it is only available for a fee, and for the electric vehicle is not offered at all. The rear of the B-Class 2015 model year is distinguished slightly modified bumper and two-color LED lights.

Inside, there are already familiar from other models of detached display for 8-inch and 12-color backlight, optionally, a system to start the engine without a key. The list of safety systems, among other things, included a system to prevent collisions and intelligent assistant Attention Assist, which monitors driver attentiveness by the sensor steering angle, now working at a speed from 60 to 200 km / h.

Motor scale consists solely of four-cylinder units. Gasoline range includes variants of the B 180 (1.6 liters, 122 hp, 200 Nm), B 200 (1.6 liters, 156 hp, 250 Nm), B 220 4MATIC (2,0 liter, 184 hp, 300 Nm) and B 250 (2.0 liters, 211 hp, 350 Nm).

Diesels are also four: B 160 CDI (1,5 liter, 90 hp, 240 Nm), B 180 CDI (1,5-liter, 109 hp, 260 Nm), B 200 CDI (2,1 liters , 136 hp, 300 Nm) and the B 220 CDI (2,1 liter, 177 hp, 350 Nm).

Mercedes B-Class Electric Drive is equipped with a 180-horsepower electric motor, which instantly produces a maximum torque of 340 Nm. To disperse hundreds - 7.9 seconds, top speed - 160 km / h, the time to reach full charge - 3.5 hours using a 240-volt device.

Receiving orders but updated Mercedes B-Class is already open, the German dealers MPV appear on 29 November. Basic B 180 cost $ 27 102,25 euros. In the UK, the same modification will cost 22,575 pounds.

Japanese dealers have started taking orders for the new Mazda2

noreply@blogger.com (Anonymous) — Fri, 12 Sep 2014 09:00:00 +0000

The European premiere of the new generation Mazda2 has not yet taken place. Most likely, the car will be shown in Paris in early October. But in Japan, the machine will be used: local dealers have started taking orders for the hatchback. The first copies will be shipped to dealers on September 26, says the press service of Mazda.

According to the manufacturer, at the end of this month, dealers will receive the petrol front-wheel modification Mazda2 (called in Japan Mazda Demio).

Deliveries of the diesel version will begin on 23 October. In December autocenters begin implementation of all-wheel drive hatchback, which will be sold only in Japan.

Prices Mazda2 car at home range from 12 630 to 20 500.

At the heart of the car is the platform Hazumi. Under the hood, the Japanese version - 1.3-liter petrol engine or a 1.5-liter diesel. European specifications will be published in a few weeks.

Honda has developed a car with autopilot

noreply@blogger.com (Anonymous) — Fri, 12 Sep 2014 07:57:00 +0000

On production cars Honda technology will be implemented by 2020. Now autopilot test model Acura RLX.

Test unit is equipped with security cameras for road markings, radar sensors and a special beacon is synchronized with the sensor GPS.

Test new place in the vicinity of Detroit, the driver during the tests on the track is completely assigned to manage the autopilot. The car sped up and made their own rebuilding. The system is designed so that the driver can at any moment to take it over.

In addition to Honda, over a serial implementation of the autopilot is operating several manufacturers. To begin production of the self-governing city cars going by Google. These machines will not even steering wheel and pedals. The only means of control car is just a button "to go - stop."

Of the world's automakers such technologies presented by Volvo, which began testing machines with a system of autonomous control "Drive Me". Also, by 2017, to implement automatic driving in traffic planning to Ford, over the autonomous technologies work and Mercedes, and BMW and several other automakers.

Porsche recalls his most expensive hypercar

noreply@blogger.com (Anonymous) — Fri, 12 Sep 2014 07:08:00 +0000

At the initiative of the American National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, Porsche will be forced to withdraw five sold in the United States 918 Spyder hypercar because of problems with the suspension.

It is argued that under certain conditions, link rear suspension Porsche 918 Spyder can just break that logically lead to an accident.

In the United States withdraw manufacturer for exploring five copies hypercar built in the period from 7 May and 18 June, so that when you need to replace these levers.

Meanwhile, Porsche say they are aware of this problem. Problems were identified in June of this year when hypercar passed special tests for resistance to prolonged stress on the Italian track of Nardo. July 18 Porsche has suspended sales of 918 Spyder, and the owners have sold hypercar notified of the need to exercise caution when traveling to racetracks.

According to the company, it is checked for 45 hypercar around the world, and the problem was solved. Data as to whether the recorded accidents due to problems with the rear suspension arms, no.

Citroen prepares for restyling hatchback DS5

noreply@blogger.com (Anonymous) — Thu, 11 Sep 2014 15:42:00 +0000

The updated model Citroen DS5 will be presented in the spring of 2015.

New Citroën DS5 will not receive significant external changes, the update will affect the grille, front bumper and air intakes.

The range of engines is likely to remain the same, will be presented the same petrol and diesel engines and hybrid power plant consisting 163-horsepower 2.0-liter diesel engine and 37-horsepower electric motor.

During the next year the French plan to expand the range of compact hatchback DS2 - a direct competitor Mini Cooper, Opel Adam and Audi A1.

SsangYong show in Paris two new concept

noreply@blogger.com (Anonymous) — Thu, 11 Sep 2014 14:39:00 +0000

Korean automaker SsangYong revealed their plans for the Paris Motor Show 2014 kicks off on 4 October. The company announced two concepts: XIV-Air and XIV-Adventure.

According to the manufacturer, the current trends are intended to demonstrate the latest advances in the creation of "eXciting user-Interface Vehicle (XIV)" (literally - a car with a spectacular user interface) - a kind of active-promoted SsangYong concept, of course, basically, only by the creators and living separate life from dealership to dealership since 2011.

Concepts SsangYong, XIV-Air with the roof open and more "brutal" XIV-Adventure, have the same length - 4,195 mm from bumper to bumper, and kodesnuyu base 2600 mm. In the motion, they are the 1.6-liter petrol and diesel engines that meet the requirements in relation to the hard emission standard Euro 6.

The producer pointed to future competitors, which should be prepared for the redistribution of the segment, and commented that "given the size crossovers identical Chevrolet Tracker and the Renault Captur".

Jeep told about the modifications of the European Renegade

noreply@blogger.com (Anonymous) — Thu, 11 Sep 2014 12:01:00 +0000

Jeep Brand revealed the details of the European specification small SUV Renegade, which sales will start in the fourth quarter of 2014.

In Europe, the Jeep Renegade is offered in four trim levels: Sport, Longitude, Limited and Trailhawk, as well as special versions Opening Edition. The car can be ordered in front-modification and in one of the two-wheel drive systems are available: Jeep Active Drive and Jeep Active Drive Low.

Europeans will be able to choose a model with two petrol engines MultiAir2 capacity of 140 or 170 horsepower, 120-horsepower gasoline engine E.torQ, as well as two diesel MultiJet II (120 and 170 hp) and 2.4-liter Tigershark MultiAir producing 185 horsepower.

In the list of available transmissions - two "mechanics", a robotized gearbox with double clutch, dry type (DDCT) and nine-band "automatic" (set on the model of this class for the first time).

Renegade compact SUV will be the first model of Jeep, collected in Italy and delivered to more than 100 global markets. "Gemini" Renegade - compact crossover Fiat 500X - will be declassified in the coming days and publicly presented on October 2 Paris Motor Show.

The network has spy shots of the updated Toyota Hilux pickup

noreply@blogger.com (Anonymous) — Thu, 11 Sep 2014 10:27:00 +0000

In camera lenses updated Toyota Hilux pickup caught while passing road tests in southern Europe.

Judging from the photos, the redesigned pickup will be larger than its predecessor. The car will receive a new grille, new front bumper, an enlarged air collector and modified headlights. In addition, the hood of a pickup would be a little higher and will move seamlessly into the front fenders.

Technical details of new items not yet been disclosed. According to unofficial information, the novelty will be equipped with 2 or 3 liter diesel engines. Also, it is possible that under the hood of new items can be set and 4-liter gasoline engine V6. Most likely, the motors will be paired with a 6-step "mechanics" or the same "automatic".

Updated pickup will be available to customers in two versions - with rear-wheel drive and all-wheel drive version. The main competitors of the car should be the VW Amarok, Ford Ranger, Mazda BT50 and Nissan Frontier.

Official presentation of the car will take place in 2015. Note that the original Hilux has not been updated for nine years.

Roadster Mini Superleggera can go into a series

noreply@blogger.com (Anonymous) — Thu, 11 Sep 2014 09:14:00 +0000

In the Board of Management of BMW continued to think about the future of the project the original roadster Mini Superleggera. Management of the group is planning to make a final decision within six months.

As told Reuters one of the members of the board of directors of concern Peter Schwarzenbauer, who oversees the development of brands Mini and Rolls-Royce, the feasibility of the project is the most serious. Will be calculated all possible options, including a roadster version with different power plants, and evaluated all the perspectives of production, including the ability to transfer assembly Superleggera external partners.

Thinking leadership group also connected with uncertain prospects, the entire range of Mini. Among top managers is no consensus about whether to expand the brand on line, or vice versa, move to cut.

According Schwarzenbauer, now recognized as the most likely two options - to increase
the number of models of Mini up to a dozen and a reduction of up to five, and a representative of the group itself leans toward the latter.

"I think, however, mainly on emotional impulses that focus on five superheroes - it's more attractive prospect," - said a member of the Board of Management of BMW told Reuters.

Elegant concept of the Mini was created in collaboration with an Italian company, Touring Superleggera, and almost entirely by hand. On a technical stuffing company did not apply, we only know that the concept is equipped with electric propulsion.

Honda showed a small crossover for Europe

noreply@blogger.com (Anonymous) — Thu, 11 Sep 2014 06:35:00 +0000

Honda has demonstrated the first images of the new compact SUV HR-V for the European market, which will be presented at the Paris Motor Show in October.

World premiere series new items will be held at the Motor Show in Paris in early October. "Model HR-V will represent the brand in the rapidly growing segment of compact crossovers" - believe in the company.

Novelty design clearly resembles the concept. Appearance of a new version Honda HR-V differs sharp lines and smooth contours of the body.

According to the manufacturer, one of the features of the HR-V is a centrally-located fuel tank. With this solution, the engineers were able to increase the space in the car. The crossover also received new seats: the second row can be folded flat to get completely flat surface for transportation of goods.

Other information not yet. The company decided to wait until the premiere to be held on 2 October.

Audi showed the dignity of the "charged" model S6 (Video)

noreply@blogger.com (Anonymous) — Wed, 10 Sep 2014 15:30:00 +0000

The German company this fall noticeably update some of their family car Audi A6. Not spared and "charged" model S6.

The main feature of the updated Audi S6 is its 4-liter bi turbo engine, which now develops 450 rather than 420 horsepower. Wheel-drive sedan can accelerate from zero to "hundreds" of 4.4 seconds, while the Avant wagon will result in 4.6 seconds.

Earlier this month, Audi announced a major update line Audi A6. Cars have become a powerful and effective at the same time slightly decreased their weight and appeared matrix optics. Design has changed a bit, plus the suspension has been improved.

Toyota has created a conceptual urban van

noreply@blogger.com (Anonymous) — Wed, 10 Sep 2014 14:28:00 +0000

Concern Toyota introduced the concept car U2, showing the Japanese vision on how to be a city truck. Actually, the name U2 reflects two main qualities of this machine, starting with the letter "Y" - urban and utilitarian.

A distinctive feature of the concept is a convertible cargo bay. The assembled box is very compact, which is useful for maneuvering in city traffic.

However, unlike most of my classmates, U2 boasts a large flip-up tailgate, lengthens the loading platform. Moreover, Toyota engineers have equipped the cargo bay folding roof, thereby removing the limitation on the height of the load.

The interior of the cabin is thought so that the car can be set two rows of seats, but you can only do limited driver's seat, increasing cargo space. Dashboard looks futuristic and drew the attention of a large-screen display of TAC on the center console.

Specifications are not given, but judging by the design of the front part of the body with the absence of the slits for cooling internal combustion engines, U2, most likely, is an electric vehicle. Concept will be demonstrated at the opening at the end of this month, the International Fair in New York.

Opel released a teaser of the budget model

noreply@blogger.com (Anonymous) — Wed, 10 Sep 2014 12:44:00 +0000

Vauxhall, under which the UK market selling cars Opel, showed a teaser image of the new budget five-door city car Viva. In markets outside the UK car will be released under a different name, which will be announced on 11 September.

The model range Opel / Vauxhall novelty will be positioned as a budget alternative to the Adam and Corsa. The price for it will start from 7000 pounds (8.7 thousand euros or 11.3 thousand dollars). Thus, competitors new hatchback Renault Sandero will and Hyundai i10.

Earlier it was reported that the new five-door hatchback Opel will be built on the same platform with the Chevrolet Spark, a place which he should after the departure of the Chevrolet brand to the European market in 2015.

Beauty model will accommodate four to five passengers, and the design will be simple and free from all superfluous.

According to unofficial information, the motor line of Viva will make three-and four-cylinder engines of 1 - 1.4 liters of city car Adam. Masthead becomes liter turbo three-cylinder that develops 115 horsepower and 166 Nm of torque.

The premiere of the European version of Vauxhall Viva will be held in March 2015 in the framework of the Geneva Motor Show. Porototype preproduction models can show even earlier, at the Paris Motor Show.

Mercedes-Benz introduced a new sports car

noreply@blogger.com (Anonymous) — Wed, 10 Sep 2014 11:37:00 +0000

In Affalterbach debuted a new model Mercedes - supercar intended to replace in the line family of SLS AMG and compete with Porsche 911. He fully developed sports division of the German manufacturer and launched under the brand name company - Mercedes-AMG GmbH, and not as a Mercedes-Benz.

The technology, dubbed the Mercedes-AMG GT, built on a chassis with a lightweight aluminum space frame has independent suspension double wishbone front and rear, as well as a completely new engine, available in two versions of power.

The supercar will be powered by four-liter twin-turbo "eight", which develops 462 horsepower (600 Nm at 1600-5000 rpm) for the base version and 510 forces (650 Nm at 1750-4750 rpm) on the modification of "S".

The unit traditionally AMG will be collected manually when an engineer is responsible for one engine. Transmission - a seven-step "robot" with two clutches, installed under the scheme transaxle, when the transmission is in the rear of the vehicle.

Weight basic version of Mercedes-AMG GT is 1540 pounds, and the modification of S - 1570 pounds. The distribution of mass between the axles - 47:53 in favor of the back. Ratio of weight to power reaches a minimum of 3.08 kilograms per horsepower.

The standard version of the rear-wheel supercar capable of accelerating from zero to "hundreds" of 4.0 seconds and a top - in 3.8 seconds. Maximum speed in the first case is electronically limited to 304 kilometers per hour, in the second - 310 kilometers per hour.

In addition, the supercar will receive an active exhaust system, the volume of which varies depending on the selected mode of operation of the power plant (from "comfortable" to "race"), an adaptive suspension, stabilization system with three modes, rear mechanical unit itself for the base version and an electronically controlled differential for S.

Will also be available brakes with 420-mm carbon-ceramic discs on the front axle and 360-mm on the back.

The equipment of Mercedes-AMG GT will include adaptive headlights with LED, rear view camera, front collision warning system, tracking the dead zones, Traffic Sign Recognition, control involuntary crossing a solid line marking.

World premiere of new items will be held this fall at the Paris Motor Show. AMG GT sales in the European market will begin in March 2015.

Dodge reduced cost Viper supercar

noreply@blogger.com (Anonymous) — Wed, 10 Sep 2014 09:29:00 +0000

American concern Dodge lowered the cost of its supercar Viper. According to the press service of the decision was made due to low demand for the model.

All versions of the SRT Viper issued in 2014 will have a value of 15 thousand dollars below. Basic sports car valued at 84,995 dollars for the American market.

The average version of the car called Time Attackteper available for 100 $ 995. Acquisition of GTS is offered for 107,995 dollars. In addition to discounts on new cars, offered to buy the vehicle in trade-in.

It is reported that the company remains 600 Dodge SRT Viper sports cars in stock, most of them still in 2013.

Due to the low sales of the model already stopped several times its production, for the first time from 14 April to 23 June. Second time employees for the production Viper sent on leave starting at 7 and ending on 21 July. But, apparently, downtime did not help.

Volvo will release a luxury version of the new XC90

noreply@blogger.com (Anonymous) — Wed, 10 Sep 2014 08:13:00 +0000

The Chinese market is for the Swedish automaker's largest, and so the company decided to release a special new XC90 luxury version specifically for China.

According to the publication Autocar, citing sources close to the Volvo, in contrast to the standard XC90, luxury version for China will be a four-seater, with separate seating back row. Seats will receive a complete set of regulations specific to the front seats, including longitudinal adjustment and backrest angle adjustment. The very back row will be shifted slightly backwards.

Other details relating to kits, trim and engine for luxury XC90, it is not presented.

The official debut of luxury version XC90 will be held before the end of the year. At the same time there is a chance that the car will appear later in other markets besides China.

Infiniti is developing electric car

noreply@blogger.com (Anonymous) — Wed, 10 Sep 2014 07:10:00 +0000

In the Infiniti model range will be electric. The network got the patent images of the new sedan, which will be called LE. It will be built based on the same concept shown at the 2012 New York Auto Show.

It is expected that the novelty will receive an upgraded powerplant hatchback Nissan Leaf. New York concept was powered by a 134-horsepower electric motor (with Leaf - 109-forces) and a set of lithium-ion battery capacity of 24 kilowatt-hours, equipped with wireless induction charging system.

In Infiniti promised that serial sedan LE receive more capacious battery, than the concept and Leaf, advanced charging system that allows completely "fill" the car will be 50 percent faster than Nissan, as well as "exciting" handling and powerful acceleration. Prototype scored the first 96 kilometers per hour in nine seconds.

How many kilometers novelty can travel without recharging, is not specified. Power reserve Leaf reaches 199 kilometers.

Serial production of Infiniti LE starts are expected before the end of 2014. This date is called the representatives of the company for two years and a half ago, during the presentation of the concept at the New York Motor Show.

Jaguar has officially introduced the world's smallest sedan

noreply@blogger.com (Anonymous) — Tue, 09 Sep 2014 15:14:00 +0000

Jaguar - a brand that is primarily associated with the prestige and even luxury. But unveiled new sedan XE, which must compete with the C-Class from Mercedes-Benz, BMW and the third series Audi A4, the main emphasis on the achievements of the British make their engineers.

XE - the first model developed on an entirely new platform. According to the creators of the car, the British sedan - the only car in its segment, the design of which have a high proportion of aluminum. Thereby creating a very light and rigid body.

Another advantage is the very low level of drag - 0.26. His role in this was played by additional aerodynamic elements installed on almost flat bottom, and the fact that the need to optimize the air flow path taken into account even if the "drawing" the inner surfaces of the wheel arches. Were blown in the wind tunnel, even the side windows - they fell to less dust and dirt.

The flagship version of the family will be XE S equipped with a compressor V-shaped "six" and the 3-liter capacity of 340 hp - The same as that which is equipped with expensive modifications XJ models and the most affordable sports car version of the F-type.

This car accelerates up to a hundred in 5.1 seconds. However, many far more interested in a compact 4-cylinder turbo (2 liter) of an entirely new family of Ingenium, for the assembly of which the company even built a new plant. But these engines Britons tell in detail only at the Paris Motor Show in early October.

While it is known that the gasoline engine will be available in two versions, the diesel - "more than one", and run the engines will be mated to a 8-speed automatic transmission. And we are talking about a lightweight version of the box, which is used to produce models of the brand already. XE S version will be available with a manual transmission.

Also in the materials on the vehicle, referred to a completely new driver assistance system ASPC. It "operates as a cruise control at low (up to 30 km / h) speed" and "ensures optimum traction on slippery road without skidding and the need for the driver to operate the pedals."

Buyers will be able to enjoy the XE capabilities and a more traditional adaptive cruise control. In the list of options also includes a system for monitoring blind spots and the system "semi-automatic" parking lot - and the parallel and perpendicular to the sidewalk.

Instrument readings can be displayed on the laser projection display, and the mood in the cabin lights will create when setting where you can choose from 10 different colors. XE comes with a new infotainment system InControl, supports voice commands. Also on board you can set the Wi-Fi-router.

Cargo Volume British sedan is 455 liters. In this case, the boot lid is motorized, which is even more rare in the corresponding segment, - competitors such solution is used only for Mercedes-Benz C-Class.

Car sales will begin next year, prices start from 35,000 euros. Representatives of the company is particularly noted their desire to reduce the cost of operation of the vehicle: for example, the service interval of the diesel XE will be 33 000 km.

Tesla and Toyota will continue cooperation

noreply@blogger.com (Anonymous) — Tue, 09 Sep 2014 14:15:00 +0000

American manufacturer of electric Tesla Motors and Japanese auto giant Toyota intend to continue cooperation. This was stated by Elon Musk at a press conference dedicated to the release of Tesla on the Japanese market.

The first joint project between the two companies was not too successful: an electric version of the crossover RAV4, released two years ago, sold circulation of funny little over 2 thousand copies.

This year contract to supply batteries for Tesla Toyota RAV4 EV ends. Without revealing any details, Musk has hinted that after two or three years, the partners will join forces once again to work on some "significant" project.

Original agreement in 2010 suggested that Tesla will supply the engines, batteries and other components for electric versions of models of Toyota. The total transaction value was estimated at USD 60 million. However, recent years have shown that the two companies have very different views on the development of transport with alternative types of power plant.

If Toyota made a bid for hydrogen mobiles, Tesla - an unconditional supporter of electric vehicles powered by batteries. Moreover, the Americans openly ridiculed fuel cell (fuel cell), calling them "stupid cells" (fool cell). Nevertheless, Musk said that with great respect for the Toyota and the company can learn a lot.

Aston Martin released a video teaser for the new special version of the sports car Vanquish

noreply@blogger.com (Anonymous) — Tue, 09 Sep 2014 12:57:00 +0000

Fully declassify novelty has been planned for tomorrow. The public debut of a special version of the Aston Martin Vanquish to be held in early October at the Paris Motor Show.

All technical information about the sports car has been kept secret. The company also refused to disclose the name for the special version. At the moment we know only that when creating new items have been used a lot of elements from carbon.

Judging by the published video, the novelty will receive a number of changes in the design. Here, "filling" of the vehicle is likely to remain unchanged. Under the hood of the car will be installed gasoline engine V12. Engine power will be 565 horsepower. To first "hundred" Vanquish will accelerate in 4.2 seconds. Maximum speed - 300 kilometers per hour.

Last week it was announced that Aston Martin is planning to update models and Vanquish Rapide S. Cars get a few improvements, the most important of which will be a new eight-speed transmission Touchtronic 3, developed by the German company ZF. Updated sports cars will be presented at the end of 2014.

Peugeot show in Paris, the new "air" hybrid

noreply@blogger.com (Anonymous) — Tue, 09 Sep 2014 12:09:00 +0000

Peugeot company will present at the October Paris Motor Show in concept version of the hatchback 208, equipped with a hybrid power plant, capable of operating on compressed air. The prototype, called Hybrid Air, is the answer to the problem of the French government to build cars at a rate of no more than two liters of fuel per hundred kilometers.

Peugeot engineers have replaced most of the steel elements in the design of the hatchback, including the floor panel and the tailgate on composite and aluminum. As a result, the curb weight of the car, built on the basis of the standard Peugeot 208 with the 1.2 engine, dropped from 960 to 860 pounds.

In addition, the hatchback has received additional aerodynamic elements, optimizing airflow and tires with reduced rolling resistance. Rear-view mirrors have been replaced by cameras.

The structure of the power plant entered upgraded gasoline engine 1.2, which became four percent more economical compressed air tank located under the boot floor, hydraulic pumps and a special transmission with planetary gearing.

The first such power plant was introduced at the beginning of last year. Then she appeared on the conceptual embodiment Peugeot 2008, which was built in the form of a working prototype and spend about 2.7 liters of fuel per hundred kilometers. Manufacturer expects that the cars will be able to pass without the use of the internal combustion engine, only in the air, up to 70 kilometers.

It is assumed that the first "air" hybrids will be ready for mass production in 2016.

Zagato has released an exclusive version of the Aston Martin

noreply@blogger.com (Anonymous) — Tue, 09 Sep 2014 10:12:00 +0000

Bodybuilder studio Zagato sports car developed an exclusive version of the Aston Martin Virage with a body "Shooting Brake". The car was built-to-order European car collector who wished to remain anonymous.

Novelty is a modern interpretation of models Aston Martin V8 Vantage Volante and the mid 80s and combines "key stylistic elements of the British brand and the Italian company."

Data on the power plant and the dynamics of Aston Martin Virage Shooting Brake kept secret. Normal Virage, released within one year - till 2012, was equipped with a twelve-engine, developing 490 horsepower and 570 Nm of torque. Coupe able to gain first "hundred" for 4,5 seconds. Its maximum speed is 250 kilometers per hour.

According to the developers, the new "completes a trilogy Centennial". In mid-2013 the Italian company has released two exclusive Aston Martin - DB9 Spider Zagato Centennial and DBS Coupe Zagato Centennial. Machines were developed by special order of the American car collector Peter Reed and Japanese businessman who wished to remain anonymous.

The first car built on the basis of a convertible DB9 Volante, and the second was a platform coupe DBS. Both sports car equipped with 5.9-liter V12 engine capacity of 517 horsepower.

Bugatti decided on the name of the new model

noreply@blogger.com (Anonymous) — Tue, 09 Sep 2014 09:00:00 +0000

It was learned the name of the new model Bugatti, which will replace the Veyron. The car will be called Chiron. First is the name of the company introduced in 1999. With the new model, it will be returned.

The car will get 8.0-liter V16 engine capacity of up to 1500 horsepower. Torque is limited electronically to 1,490 Nm, acceleration from 0 to 100 kilometers per hour takes 2.3 seconds.

With an impressive performance in power and dynamics, the car will comply with Euro 6. Fuel consumption and CO2 emissions reduced expense of a small electric motor, which is installed inside the gearbox housing.

New Bugatti can accelerate to 460 kilometers per hour. The only obstacle to this, as stated by the manufacturer, may be the lack of tires with sufficient resources and the lack of suitable tracks.

New products will be presented in 2016. The car will replace the model Veyron, but it will not be his successor ideologically. The new car will be the only model in the line of the brand Bugatti, the current generation Veyron will be removed from the assembly line in 2015. Presented earlier concept Galiber will not go into production.

Audi will bring to Los Angeles the new concept

noreply@blogger.com (Anonymous) — Tue, 09 Sep 2014 08:17:00 +0000

Audi will present at the November Motor Show in Los Angeles conceptual coupe sedan, showing the new corporate identity, which will be made all future models.

New style developed under the leadership of new chief designer Marc Lichte, who previously worked on the exterior Volkswagen Golf and Passat last generations. According to the source Autocar, the prototype will show a new interpretation of the traditional "single" grille Audi, as well as a fully electronic version of the dashboard, which debuted on the family of TT.

Also, a prototype is known that its overall length is greater than five meters, he will receive laser headlights, and it will be based on the same chassis, which subsequently appears on the flagship A8 sedan next generation.

In addition, according to the concept can be judged, what will be the appearance of the future model A9. It is expected that the A9 will be able to compete for customers with the Porsche Panamera and will hit the market by 2017.

Peugeot unveiled the "charged" version of 308 model

noreply@blogger.com (Anonymous) — Mon, 08 Sep 2014 18:39:00 +0000

The world premiere of the Peugeot 308 GT will be held in October this year at the Paris Motor Show.

Peugeot 308 GT will be available in the back of a hatchback and estate car. Under the hood of new items will put a gasoline 1.6-liter 205-strong turbo four. Will also be available and a diesel 2.0-liter 180-horsepower turbo engine.

The petrol engine will be aggregated with a 6-speed manual transmission. The diesel engine will be paired with an automatic transmission. Dynamic characteristics of new items not yet known.

Suspension 308 GT has been modified for better handling. Ground clearance decreased by 7 mm in front and 10 mm at the rear. The car received a 18-inch alloy wheels wrapped in tires Michelin, and more powerful brakes.

Aston Martin released a photo from the test Lagonda sedan

noreply@blogger.com (Anonymous) — Mon, 08 Sep 2014 16:55:00 +0000

Road test of the new Aston Martin Lagonda sedan tested in Oman at high temperatures.

Circulation trends will be limited to 100 copies. Buy sedan will be exclusively for pre-order. Collect Aston Martin Lagonda plan manually Gaydon factory in Yorkshire (UK). New product designed for the Middle East markets.

The car is built on a new platform VH. Other technical specs are kept secret. According to unofficial information, under the hood of a sedan mounted 5.9-liter V12, similar to the one that ships with the Rapide S. engine power is 560 horsepower. The car could go on sale as early as next year. Prices for the novelty has not been announced.

Recall that in July it became known that the company Aston Martin has decided to stop the release of the first in the history of the brand crossover. According to chief designer Marek Reichman automaker, all the forces of the group will be put on the creation of exclusive cars for VIP-clients.

According to Reichman, the idea of a crossover is no longer relevant. "It was a different time, we now have other plans and opportunities," - said the representative of Aston Martin.

Batch of new Volvo XC90 SUV diverged by seven per minute

noreply@blogger.com (Anonymous) — Mon, 08 Sep 2014 15:30:00 +0000

Volvo has sold out all 1,927 copies of a special modification of the SUV XC90 new generation, called First Edition and prepared to enter the model on the market. All the cars were bought for 47 hours.

According to the Swedish manufacturer, most of all cars was booked in the first hour after you start taking orders. During the period of peak demand, Volvo sold about seven SUV XC90 in a minute. The machine can be purchased exclusively through the official website of the brand.

Cars in the modification of First Edition will be painted black and equipped with 21-inch wheels, as well as get the maximum equipment with leather seating, wood inserts and 1,400-watt audio system Bowers & Wilkins.

Every Volvo XC90 in First Edition version will receive a sign in the cabin with an indication of the individual number of the machine.

The choice for the special version offered two engines: 225-horsepower twin-turbo diesel engine or a 320-horsepower gasoline engine, equipped with a turbine and a mechanical supercharger. For ordinary XC90, in addition to these units, will also be available "four" capacity of 190 and 254 power. Transmission - eightfold "automatic".

Koenigsegg set an absolute record

noreply@blogger.com (Anonymous) — Mon, 08 Sep 2014 13:07:00 +0000

The famous Swedish manufacturer hypercar announced the recall model Agera. The peculiarity of this review is that it affects only one single car.

Under review fell hypercar, located in the United States - the only Koenigsegg, imported into the United States over the past three years. Initiated by the United States National road safety. Reason for the withdrawal became complaints system, tire pressure monitoring.

If the system detects any problem, on the instrument panel warning light. The fault lies in the fact that when restarting the engine at hypercar this lamp lights up immediately, but with some delay.

It can hardly be counted among the serious problem, but this algorithm works not meet the standards specified by the Office for monitoring tire pressure - under current regulations in the United States, this lamp should light up momentarily.

Koenigsegg took the car and reinstalled the software, and that solved the problem. It is interesting that the owner of any difficulties with the car did not feel at all and did not suspect the existence of the problem.

Despite the funny scale, fix the problem really is the status of a full review, as conducted at the official request of the public institutions. Thus, Koenigsegg had the most numerically small revocable campaign in the history of the automobile industry, and the record for obvious reasons, no one will not be able to beat.

Fiat published silhouette crossover 500X (Video)

noreply@blogger.com (Anonymous) — Mon, 08 Sep 2014 07:20:00 +0000

The public premiere of new items will be held in early October at the Paris Motor Show.

Utility share a platform with the crossover Jeep Renegade, shown in March at the Geneva Motor Show. In particular, it is the same chassis used on the Compact MPV Fiat 500L. The novelty will receive similar stylistic features with conventional hatchback 500, but will differ increased ground clearance and plastic-lined underbody.

In motor range will include four-500X fiat diesel MultiJet family and petrol engines MultiAir. Presumably, the transmission will be presented with two power boxes, "robot" with two clutches and nine-"automatic". The model will be available in both front-wheel and all-wheel drive.

Production crossover as Jeep Renegade, will establish the company in the Italian Melfi. The main competitors of new items will be Nissan Juke and Opel Mokka.

Audi A6 updated family

noreply@blogger.com (Anonymous) — Sat, 06 Sep 2014 11:26:00 +0000

Outwardly, all modifications Audi A6 after restyling got some changes, but all the power units fitted to the standard "Euro 6". In addition, in the line of engines, new units.

Of external changes the entire line has updated grille, optics, bumpers and sills. Changed view of the exhaust system. As options are offered and matrix LED lights.

In the line of motors appeared economical engines Ultra: 1,8-liter gasoline TFSI with a fuel consumption of 5.7 liters per 100 kilometers and 2.0-liter diesel, costs are not more than 4.2 liters of fuel per 100 kilometers.

Top motors proposed for standard A6 become more powerful. The 3.0-liter petrol engine now develops 333 horsepower. Diesel engine of the same size can produce more power options: 218, 272 or 320 horsepower.

Increase horsepower and got "charged" modification of S6. Now the car is offered with a 4.0-liter V8 engine with 450 horsepower. The top version RS6 received the same 560 horsepower, and up to late model.

Updated family Audi A6 2015 model year will use the 7-speed S tronic robotized transmission with double clutch. This applies to all new Audi A6, using the drive on the front axle.

In addition, the family of A6 will be offered with an 8-band "automatic" and a 6-step "mechanics". In addition, all new sedans and wagons with an engine capacity of more than 272 horsepower got quattro all wheel drive system and upgraded sports rear differential.

Public premiere updated family Audi A6 2015 model year is scheduled for the autumn of this year, when the doors open the Paris Motor Show.

Morgan has officially unveiled the exclusive sports car (Video)

noreply@blogger.com (Anonymous) — Sat, 06 Sep 2014 09:01:00 +0000

Sports car manufacturer Morgan, presented in London model SP1, made in one piece.

The car is released in a single copy and is a sports car made in the retro style. Name the car owner is not named, it is known that this is a billionaire who has lived a long time in Africa.

The development of the car department engaged Morgan Special ProjectsDivision. The car is built on a platform concept LIFECar, which was presented at the Geneva Motor Show in 2008.

Car body is made of aluminum and assembled by hand. Inside the cabin, some items are made using two species of wood - ash and red African bubinga. Car seats feature leather.

Under the hood of the car is set 3.7-liter V6 producing Ford. Motor power is not known.

BMW began testing the 1-Series sedan

noreply@blogger.com (Anonymous) — Sat, 06 Sep 2014 07:57:00 +0000

Photospies managed to take the first pictures of the new sedan BMW 1-Series. Vehicle will be very compact overall dimensions are much smaller than the sedan 3-Series.

The new sedan should be a rival the Audi A3 and Mercedes CLA. In the line of engines will feature three petrol engines: a 1.5-liter three-cylinder gasoline 136 - strong, 2.0-liter four-cylinder capacity of 184 horsepower and a 2.0-liter four-cylinder produces 231 power. In addition, the diesel will be available 2.0-liter four-cylinder engine with 150 horsepower.

Most likely, the sedan will be presented in a new generation, which will be released in 2018. The novelty will receive a platform UKL1, which built MINI Cooper and 2-Series Active Tourer.

The new platform includes front-wheel drive configuration. Although, as reported, M-version can get and all-wheel drive. The new generation of the BMW 1-Series space in the cabin will be more. The car will be easier due to a significant increase in the proportion of aluminum components in the design.

Panoz Roadster released anniversary

noreply@blogger.com (Anonymous) — Fri, 05 Sep 2014 15:13:00 +0000

American car company Panoz Auto Development in honor of its 25th anniversary has released a special version of the roadster Esperante Spyder,-announced in the spring.

Sports car Panoz Esperante Spyder 25th Anniversary Edition was a new chassis made of steel, aluminum and carbon fiber; body panels can be made of aluminum or carbon fiber.

Novelty rides on 19-inch forged aluminum wheels wrapped in tires Michelin Pilot Super Sport. Gross vehicle weight - 1418 kg.

Panoz Auto Development release only 25 of these machines - one for every passing year. Beauty roadster fully trimmed in leather, offer optional Alcantara inserts. The basic equipment will include lightweight racing seats, and extra - Super racing. And they both get a four-point seat belts Schroth.

The database Panoz Esperante Spyder 25th Anniversary Edition will be sold with a 435-horsepower aspirated V8. Version of the same engine with a mechanical supercharger produces 567 hp Fans of extreme sports offer engine capacity of more than 800 hp.

The standard version of the model will cost 179,120 dollars, track-GT - 204 750 USD. Both are available with six mechanics or robot.

Jaguar Mark 2 will go into a series

noreply@blogger.com (Anonymous) — Fri, 05 Sep 2014 13:58:00 +0000

The modern version of the iconic sedan 1960 Jaguar Mark 2, built in a single copy by Classic Motor Cars Limited (CMC) by order of chief designer "Jaguar" Ian Callum, has caused such excitement among fans of the brand, it was decided to issue a limited series of similar Car.

Callum designed the improved Mark 2 for himself and ordered his company CMC, which specializes in the restoration of classic Jaguar.

The result was an almost exact copy of a retro car, but with redesigned bumpers, migrated and underestimated by 30 mm suspension, modern brakes and a number of other modifications.

In the cabin installed infotainment system, the display of which looks pretty bizarre background on analog made "antique" devices. Under the hood is located 4.3-liter 256-strong liter straight-six combined with a five-speed mechanics.

According to the head of Classic Motor Cars Limited Peter Neumark, within hours after the presentation of the exclusive Mark 2 in his company began to receive calls from people all over the world who want to buy the same car. Callum has consented to the production.

Allow buyers to choose a color of the exterior and interior - the rest of their instances are the same as the car chief designer Jaguar. With the price of the CMC decided not shy: for the pleasure to own a car with retro looks and modern filling will have to pay from 350 to 375 thousand pounds.

Citroen has prepared to show the future of DS line

noreply@blogger.com (Anonymous) — Fri, 05 Sep 2014 12:52:00 +0000

Company Citroen has prepared for the October Paris Motor Show concept hatchback called. Its design uses laser headlamps made by the same technology that BMW and Audi, as well as the "holographic" display and crystals Swarovski.

According to the French manufacturer, the novelty has not been created on the basis of any existing model and does not hint at the emergence of similar serial machines. The prototype demonstrates that, in what direction will develop brand DS, including the design of future vehicles.

"Divine DS - it's all of our experience and knowledge gathered together. This concept car expresses what is the brand of DS now and what it will be later. This is the perfect combination of sophistication and technology, just showing the unique personality of the brand," - said the head of department DS Yves Bonnefont.

The novelty has received 40 millimeters shorter and 110 millimeters below the hatchback Volkswagen Golf, as well as a 65 mm shorter and 173 millimeters below the Citroen DS4. Overall length and height of the French prototype reaches 4210 and 1,350 millimeters respectively.

The concept has a glass roof, made from a variety of different-sized diamond-shaped crystals, some of which are made clear, tinted and frosted. At the same time there is no hatchback rear window - what is happening behind the car is displayed on the 10.4-inch display is installed on the site of a traditional mirror.

For Divine DS in Citroen drafted a personalization of the interior, which allows you to change the design options for 15 minutes. For hatchback developed three themes interior design under the names Mâle, Parisian Chic and Fatale Punk. The first of them is described by the manufacturer as "true men" and offers a carbon fiber finish, coupled with a glossy and worn skin. Insertion of these materials are located mainly on the doors and dashboard.

The second option involves finishing the appearance connected with pleated silk satin, ivory leather, beads and crystals. The third design theme manufacturer calls "a more glamorous." It will be dominated by dark colors, soft leather and even more crystals Swarovski.

The concept is equipped with a 270-horsepower gasoline turbo 1.6-liter and 20-inch wheels. In Citroen claim that the engine provides "impressive growth", without mentioning the exact parameters (for example, coupe Peugeot RCZ R with the same unit dials "hundreds" of 5.9 seconds), complies with the environmental standards "Euro-6", and its level CO2 emissions up to 145 grams per kilometer.

Renault will show a new Espace in Paris

noreply@blogger.com (Anonymous) — Fri, 05 Sep 2014 08:57:00 +0000

Renault has officially confirmed that the premiere of the new generation of its largest model Espace minivan will take place at "home" the Paris Motor Show.

Exterior wraps its future trends French are not in a hurry, but we know that many Espace borrow from the conceptual crossover Initiale Paris, and he himself is rumored to be more like a crossover than a minivan.

Renault Espace be built on a modular platform Concern designation CFM1 - she is already familiar to crossover Qashqai and X-Trail new generations. Picked up in the Renault and befitting powertrains: the main novelty of the motor scale, according to preliminary data, will be a 1.6-liter twin-turbo diesel. Assist him will be a new family of petrol engines, which should make his debut with the minivan.

In the Renault Espace expect to do more premium than previously modeled. Therefore minivan equipped with a set of previously unavailable options, including a control system for marking, parking assistant, full LED optics and freshly designed system transformation salon.

Peugeot will present an updated version of the concept car Exalt

noreply@blogger.com (Anonymous) — Fri, 05 Sep 2014 08:11:00 +0000

Company Peugeot will present at the Paris motor show an updated version of a hybrid concept car Exalt, the first version of which debuted in April at the Beijing Motor Show.

In the design of the machine is still used a material called "sharkskin", and the distinctive feature of the new version of the prototype was the presence of a folding electric scooter in the luggage compartment.

Folding electric scooter is stored in a special niche, located under the luggage compartment floor. According to the developers, the scooter would be useful for use in large cities with traffic congestion, as an alternative to the car.

Tailgate has a hinged panel and opened by means of a special device, based on the work of the pantograph mechanism that ensures maximum opening angle.

Overall length is 4.7 meters Exalt, and height - 1.31 meters. Weight trends, equipped with 20-inch wheels of crude steel is 1700 kilograms.

As in Beijing prototype front end is made of untreated steel and the back - of the material called "sharkskin". Due to its granular structure optimized airflow through, decreases the drag coefficient and, accordingly, improves the fuel economy.

In the design of the cabin is used and an antique ebony skin naturally. The center console located two touchscreens, providing access to the navigation, audio system, trip computer and a new system of air purification Pure Blue.

In the absence of passengers in the car Pure Blue sprays inside the bactericides and fungicides, helps clean the interior. During the movement of activated filters that prevent harmful particles penetrate into the cabin.

Exalt concept equipped with a hybrid power plant, consisting of a 270-strong petrol "turbo four" 1.6-liter, 50-kilowatt electric motor on the rear axle and six-speed "automatic". Total return units - 340 horsepower.

Powerplant independently adjusts to the driver's driving style, automatically choosing between an all-electric, petrol or hybrid modes. Furthermore, it has the function recovery of kinetic energy during braking.

Exalt prototype is the ideological successor supercar Onyx, shown at the Paris Motor Show in 2012. The design of the concept car used copper, carbon, felt and pressed paper. The structure of the hybrid power plant coupe went 600-hp eight-cylinder diesel engine in volume of 3.7-liter and six-speed sequential gearbox.

Citroen showed the appearance of a new crossover

noreply@blogger.com (Anonymous) — Fri, 05 Sep 2014 07:13:00 +0000

Citroen has declassified the appearance of a compact crossover C3-XR.

The official premiere of the new crossover Citroen C3-XR to be held at the Auto Show in Guangzhou in November. In the sale of the car will arrive at the end of this year.

Most likely, the car will be built on a platform of Peugeot 2008. Under the hood of the new crossover will be two petrol engines to choose from: 1.8-liter naturally aspirated engine, whose power is not reported, or a 1.6-liter turbo engine producing 163 horsepower.

Crossover is made specifically for the Chinese market. Collect the car will be a joint venture between Citroen and Dongfeng Motor Group. C3-XR will occupy a niche between the Peugeot 2008 and Citroen DS 6WR.

Renault began collecting orders for special version Captur

noreply@blogger.com (Anonymous) — Thu, 04 Sep 2014 16:16:00 +0000

The French company Renault starts taking orders for the limited edition small crossover Captur Helly Hansen Limited Edition at a price of 20,700 €. Specially prepared car is the brainchild of world-renowned automobile manufacturer Renault and no less famous sportswear brand Helly Hansen.

A special version of the compact SUV Renault Captur Helly Hansen is based on the version and is equipped with Intens combination skin salon leather / fabric, touch screen R-Link and a rearview camera.

In addition, each model limited edition Renault Captur Helly Hansen will receive the original styling in the form of a red stripe on the center console and dashboard. On the steering wheel of a vehicle can detect the insertion of carbon fiber and chrome trim on the doorsteps. Also, a unique version of a crossover gets branded floor mats. At all of these accessories has the brand logo of the company Helly Hansen.

Car Renault Captur Helly Hansen, which will be released in limited edition, has a number of external differences from the standard version Captur. Regardless of the body color all the exclusive models get front and rear color protection Platine Grey, as well as the original 17-inch wheels made of light alloys combined with an exclusive color. On the front fender of each instance Renault Captur Helly Hansen has a corporate logo HH, which is kind of a hallmark of the unique car.

In the engine compartment, a special limited edition version of the crossover can be any of the power unit from the line of the standard car Captur. Spetsversiyu can be ordered in one of three two-tone exterior colors.

One has only to note that taking orders for the special edition Renault Captur Helly Hansen Limited Edition launched French dealers. Car prices can vary from 20 700 to 24 300 €.

Infiniti showed a teaser of the new flagship model

noreply@blogger.com (Anonymous) — Thu, 04 Sep 2014 12:20:00 +0000

Company Infiniti revealed the teaser image of its new concept car. The prototype is called Q80 Inspiration and is a harbinger of the new flagship model of the concern. Presentation of the concept will take place at the Paris Motor Show in early October.

Infiniti plans to release a large four-door coupe in late 2017 or early 2018. The vehicle must be flagship Infiniti and compete with the Porsche Panamera. New products will be built on a platform MRA from Mercedes-Benz.

Design of the new coupe will be based on the concept of Essence, presented at the Geneva Motor Show 5 years ago. Under the hood of new items will be a hybrid power plant with a capacity of up to 700 horsepower. No other technical details are not reported.

Hyundai has given a new name for the premium sedan

noreply@blogger.com (Anonymous) — Thu, 04 Sep 2014 10:13:00 +0000

The car, which was formerly known as Hyundai AG, was now named after the lion from the book series "The Chronicles of Narnia," CS Lewis. Novelty called Aslan.

Sold the car to be exclusively in South Korea. The cost of new items will be 39 500. Will there be a car in other countries, is still unknown. Sedan takes place in the line of the brand above model Grandeur. The car will receive a rich and wide range of configuration options.

With new items Hyundai plans to compete with the German automaker. On the South Korean market demand premium sedans, the new car has to fill the deficit.

Gamma motor vehicle will be presented to the 3.0-liter and 3.3-liter V6 GDi. Other technical details of the car is not yet known.

First sedan Hyundai AG was shown at the auto show in South Korea in late May.

Dodge has released an updated version of the Viper SRT

noreply@blogger.com (Anonymous) — Thu, 04 Sep 2014 09:39:00 +0000

In the United States formally presented the updated Viper SRT. In addition to returning the name Dodge, which the model lost in 2012, the sports car has a new modification of the GT. It fills the gap between the base and the top-end Viper Viper GTS.

Dodge Viper SRT GT has the same equipment as the youngest model, as well as adjustable suspension, electronic stability control system with five operation modes and borrowed from the GTS seats upholstered in Nappa leather and Alcantara.

Another novelty - track sports car Viper TA 2.0 Special Edition, based on the version of the Viper SRT Time Attack. He received a new aerodynamic kit, racing suspension setup, brakes Brembo, Sidewinder II wheels with tires Pirelli P Zero Corsa and racing seat Sabelt. This model will be released in a limited edition of 96 copies in three colors: Competition Blue, Yorange and Venom Black.

For those who want to get something even more exclusive, Dodge prepared Viper GTS Ceramic Blue Edition with a blue body, black wheels with orange calipers and interior, trimmed with leather and Alcantara. Circulation - a total of 40 units, the price has not been announced.

Among other things, the return of 8.4-liter V10 engine has increased from 650 to 655 hp, and the completion of a six-speed manual transmission has reduced the average fuel consumption of about 1 liter per 100 km.

Norway began to suffer from the dominance of electric cars

noreply@blogger.com (Anonymous) — Thu, 04 Sep 2014 08:49:00 +0000

Norway is a country where there are some of the most tangible benefits for buyers and owners of electric cars. But the growing popularity of electric cars has led to unintended consequences.

In Norway, the buyer is relieved of many electric mandatory for other motorists payments. For example, it is exempt from some taxes, may in some cases do not pay for parking, and free use multiple charging stations. In addition, electric vehicles have access to the band allocated for public transport, and it was this that was the problem for the Norwegian authorities.

Currently, the country has up to 32,000 electric vehicles. During peak hours, many drivers prefer electric cars use dedicated bus lanes than seriously hamper the movement of public transport.

Bus drivers complain about the dominance of electric cars and claim that "the time lost in traffic jams Electrical passengers of public transport, much more valuable than the gain of which is obtained by several dozen drivers of electric vehicles," said portal Auto Evolution.

While the Norwegian authorities took no action, but it is possible that they will come to a conclusion about the need to ban electric vehicles appear on the road sections that are reserved for public transport.

Hyundai released a teaser of the new three-door coupe

noreply@blogger.com (Anonymous) — Thu, 04 Sep 2014 08:03:00 +0000

The South Korean company Hyundai has released the first official image of the new three-door coupe i20 Coupe 2015 model year, which will go on sale next spring.

In essence, the difference between five-and three-door versions of the car Hyundai i20 first generation were minimal. However, the leadership of the South Korean company has decided to make the new i20 three-door coupe as it is, which has received much elegant design in comparison with the five-door hatchback, shown in the last month.

The new model will be named as Hyundai i20 Coupe. According to the official sketch new car looks more sporty thanks to the inclined roof and aggressive rear bumper. On the lid of the luggage compartment is neat and stylish spoiler. As well as a version with five doors, the new coupe Hyundai i20 Coupe was designed with European design department stamps Rüsselsheim.

Now it is known that mass production of the three-door Hyundai i20 will begin in February 2015 and will be available in two or three months.