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BMW M5 Hurricane RS - The World's Fastest BMW

2009-01-03T03:39:00.000-08:00

BMW M5 Hurricane RS can reach 367 km / h becoming the world's fastest sedan. BMW M5 Hurricane RS by G-Power has dethrone a Mercedes Benz CLS Rocket prepared to become the world's fastest sedan model, succeeding through its 750 HP engine, and a speed up to 367.4 km / h on the ATP race track from Papenburg, Germany.

Compared with the M5 Hurricane model which have only 730 HP for almost a year the new version is surcharged by two new SAA turbines with an increased capacity.

And it seems that now is not the last time when you heard about M5 Hurricane, since those from G-Power believes that the V10 engine has not yet reached its limits.

Toyota Prius - A New Generation

2009-01-02T23:23:00.000-08:00

The third generation of the most popular car with hybrid propulsion, Toyota Prius, will appear on the market in 2009, but first pictures with Prius were already posted on the Internet.
The new generation of Toyota Prius is a evolution of the current model, the design and the interior are still high-tech.

The front side is now more individualized, while the back side will make you to confuse the new car with the current Prius. The car have more space for passengers and theirs luggage. New Toyota Prius will be unveiled to the world at Salo.

Lotec Sirius vs Bugatti Veyron

2009-01-02T12:21:00.000-08:00

The German company has presented the first pictures of their new model, Lotec Sirius being fated to compete with Bugatti Veyron and Koenigsegg CCX-R.

A very difficult mission, especially when we talk about the French rival which was one of the word's largest automotive groups. But in 2003 Lotec has assembled the C1000 model, which came equipped with a V8 engine of 854 HP and reached a maximum speed of 378 km / h. Was assembled just one model because a sheik paid enough to be the only holder of such car.

Then we talk about Sirius, with a V12 engine, Mercedes Benz origin, surcharge of 850 HP, it was even tested in the 1200 HP variant, capable of 400 km / h. In the normal version, the acceleration from 0 to 100 km / h takes place in just 3.8 seconds and the maximum speed will be of 389 km / h. Only few Lotec Sirius copies will be annually assembled.

Hyundai - A New Automatic Gearbox

2009-01-02T10:52:00.000-08:00

The new six-gear transmission has a compact design that enables it to be easier with 12 kilograms, to improve substantially the fuel consumption by up to 12% and to have with 62 components less than the old version with 5 gears. Realized to be coupled both diesel and gas engines, the new box will arrive to be fitted on 16 different Hyundai models.

According to Asian officials, their new achievement is the most compact, small and easy automatic transmission with six gears from the entire market. The debut will take place on Hyundai Grandeur which will have a V6 propeller of 3.3-liter. There we see a fuel improvement of 12.2% and an acceleration from 0 to 100 km / h in less than 7.8 seconds.

Opel Zafira 1.6 CNG Turbo-The Most Powerful Car On Gas

2008-11-16T22:12:00.000-08:00

You expect that the most powerful model, able to operate with compressed natural gas to be a sports car.

The strongest European market as regards the use of natural gas is Italy and therefore Opel decided to launch the new model at the Bologna Motor Show, which will take place between 5 and 14 December. The engine with which is equipped the new Zafira is a 1.6 liter surcharge capable of a maximum power of 150 HP and a torque of 210 Nm. Maximum speed is not very high, just 200 km / h.

How the costs of running on compressed natural gas are up to 50% less, such alternative could prove very beneficial. The new Opel Zafira can run on both natural gas / methane and petrol. If in the first case the autonomy given by the 4 reservoirs is 370 km, if are used 14 liters of gas, the car can go another 150 km. Sales will begin in January.

Volkswagen Golf TDI in U.S.

2008-09-19T22:59:00.000-07:00

The German producer wants to teach Americans the TDI's beauty but will delay a lot the launch of the new generation on the North American continent.

Only in the autumn of 2009 will reach the new generation Golf 6 with 2.0 TDI engine on the U.S. market. Probably then the Germans expected that diesel will have more search or on the contrary, Volkswagen officials expect a flood of orders on the Europe market.

Instead Touareg will go with TDI engine in the spring of next year, while the Golf GTI will show up next summer. As regards Tiguan, 2.0 TDI engine would be much sought on a body so large and would require a new system to eliminate noxious, so that it's mount is currently excluded.

Ferrari 250 GTO: The Most Expensive Car In History

2008-09-19T22:36:00.000-07:00

A Ferrari 250 GTO in the years'60 became the most expensive car in the world after a successful performance to sell with 28.5 million dollars (about 20 million euros)! The precious car is now somewhere in Britain, but it's new owner wants - and we and understand why! - that the exact location to remains confidential.

Ferrari 250 GTO is equipped with a 3.0 liter engine, which develops about 300 hp at 7500 rpm. The "old" car is capable of 280 km / h maximum speed, with a sprint from 0 to 100 km / h in 5.4 seconds.

Mazda 6 MPS by Holzel - More Powerful

2008-09-18T23:43:00.000-07:00

Although the Mazda 6 MPS model is not enjoy of the same sporting image as little sister, 3 MPS, this does not mean that is not suitable to a aggressively tuning.

It is true, considering the size, suspension settings and the power of 260 HP removed from the 4-cylinder engine surcharge with a cylinder capacity of 2.3 liter Mazda 6 MPS is more a GT than a pure blood sport. But this is not an impediment to achieving a serious tuning.

It has considered more performance on the circuit, so that the chairs were replaced with some Recaro, while the new suspension is fully adjusted. The transfer of power on the asphalt employs a set of semi-slick tires of Toyo R888 type, the same founded for example on the Megane R26-R. And their task is difficult. Because only two of them, and those mounted on the front, must to bring on the asphalt 370 HP, obtained from a management software changed, new inlet and improved exhaust.

Mercedes E-Class 63 AMG - Spy Photos

2008-09-18T23:17:00.000-07:00

The German manufacturer ended the last technical details of the new E-Class AMG, which will make its official appearance at the Frankfurt Motor Show from next year.

The model caught in tests on the famous circuit from Germany is still heavily masked, but this does not matter too much since Mercedes already presented the Fascination concept that representing the view day in terms of design of the full range E-Class. Nothing new we will not see under the hood, where a V8 known of 6.3 liters will develop more than 500 HP and will propel the car from 0 to 100km / h in less than 4 seconds.

The assistance to drive will be a new chapter where E-Class will shine. We will have warning lights at the gasoline change, a sensor that determines the driver eye position to alert him if he need to take a break, a system for recognizing traffic signs and stability control that will take account of side winds and wears tear. The new E-Class will start at the Geneva Motor Show, for the AMG model to be introduced a few months later in the autumn of 2009 at the Frankfurt Motor Show.

Mercedes CLS Comes in 2011

2008-09-16T23:01:00.000-07:00

The new German four-door coupe is already in full development, and will be launch at the end of 2010.

The revolutionary model from Mercedes is already preparing for a second generation, which will not take away a lot of the recipe which has brought success. It will be maintained the body with four doors and with a coupe aspect but will have and a hybrid motorization. This will most likely be founded on the S400 hybrid, with the release at the end of next year.

Four propeller will be available: V6 of 3.5 liters, direct injection and 292 HP with a increased power to 306 HP in 2012, a V8 of 5.5 litres and 388 HP with a ultra powered by 435 HP and 570 HP in AMG version, plus a V6 diesel of 3.0 liters and 224 HP will be replaced in 2012 by a more powerful engine, 313 HP.

Unlike the current technical solutions with batteries based on nickel, the new hybrid transmission will be replaced with lithium-ion batteries, more advanced and easier. The official launching will be held only at the end of 2010, for the sales to begin next year.

Saab 9X Aero Concept - First Photos

2008-09-16T22:22:00.000-07:00

Although announced that the world beginning will take place only next month at the Paris Motor Show, General Motors officials have provided a big surprise, bring to light at Detroit, the first photos with the new Saab 9X Aero Concept.

Saab 9X Aero Concept is in fact a open vehicle of the preceding concept 9X BioHybrid, presented in the spring of this year in Geneva, and prefigure the series future model, which will be named 9-1.
Other official details were not disclosed, but from these images it can be seen that the main feature of the new concept is the inclined metallic roof, on the style to those seen on the speedster models. Also, Saab 9X Aero Concept will provide in interior of the newest technology.

The series model that will derive from 9X Aero Concept will be a premium hatchback, to which will be like an alternative to MINI, according to the latest design study Aero, will be available both in the hatch version, as well as cabrio.

Saab 9-1 could enter next year in the series production, with a range of motorizations which will include the diesel propeller and flex-fuel of last generation and even a hybrid version. It is possible that the car to arrive on North American market.

Audi Will Produce An Electric Vehicle

2008-09-16T11:52:00.000-07:00

According to the British magazine Car Magazine, Audi plans to produce an electric vehicle, which would be based on Volkswagen Up!, model which will revive the name Lupo and will be launched somewhere in the year 2011.

Presented at the Frankfurt Motor Show from 2007, the concept Up! was thought that a minicar equipped with an electric motor mounted in posterior, for urban traffic.

Sources inside the Audi mentions that the future electric model from Ingolstadt would have as a source of propulsion the batteries, which would make the vehicle to offer a generous interior space.

Still nobody knows what the traction will use the future model Audi electric (rather should have traction on the front deck).

Peugeot 908 Diesel-Electric Hybrid

2008-09-15T23:48:00.000-07:00

Peugeot Sport has presented in the last weekend a hybrid version of the model racing 908 HDi FAP, equipped with a device of KERS type (kinetic energy recovery system) like the one developed for Formula 1 cars. It is composed of three main elements: an electric motor of 60 KW which replaces the electromotor, 10 lithium-ion batteries and a electronically converter which controlling the flow of current. Thus, the 908 HDi HY can operate in three ways: exclusive electrical, exclusive thermic and a combination between both.

The technology that allows a part of the kinetic energy to be recovered during the circulation and to be stored in the batteries from the board to be used then in two ways: a more power of 80 HP for about 20 seconds on a tour without any additional consumption of energy or a reduction in consumption between 3 and 5 percent at the same level of performance.

Aston Martin DBS - Bang & Olufsen Audio System

2008-09-15T23:29:00.000-07:00

Aston Martin has entered in its range, DBS, a new audio system of brand Bang & Olufsen with 13 diffusers.

The audio system called BeoSound DBS was developed exclusively for the British brand, being composed from a DSP Bang & Olufsen and 13 diffusers, of which 5 tweeters, 5 speakers and three woofers.

Even if many of us the V12 of 6.0 liters and 517 HP would be the most powerful audio experience, Aston Martin and Bang & Olufsen promise that it will be equalize by the new audio system. Aston Martin, you can send us the car for a test and to auto-newz.blogspot.com readers to be able to check?

Hummer - New Motorizations

2008-09-14T23:53:00.000-07:00

GM does not waive at Hummer, currently, and prepares a diesel motorizations range and E85.
Even if the future of U.S. range is very doubtful and the financings of the giant GM are also very limited, the U.S. manufacturer is try a series of changes designed to resuscitate the sales.

Because Hummer models are regarded as some highly polluting, GM will launch two motorizations that will counteract this issue. It is primarily about an engine capable of running with etanol85, that is a mixture of alcohol with gasoline in a proportion of 85 and 15%.

The truly important premiere will be the choice of a propellant diesel, and not some one, typical American, with 8 cylinders in V and a cylinder capacity of 5 litres. There will be a 4 cylinders, made to accommodate the Europeans. This will equip the H3 model, from which is meant an increase in sales especially in Europe, where diesel motorizations are highly sought.

Bugatti Veyron GT - First Informations

2008-09-14T23:27:00.000-07:00

According to official informations following numbers are about the future Veyron GT: 1350, 1380, 2.4, 2.2 and 425.

Let's take them one at a time. It offers a total of 1350HP. Th seven-gears transmission works with a torque of up to 1,380 Newton meters. Acceleration from 0 to 100 km / h in 2.4 seconds, stopping from 100 km / h to 0 in 2.2 seconds and a maximum speed of 425 km / h. The Veyron GT is unmatched in the super sports category.

Something to beat a Veyron GT does not exist and I do not think that there will be. Bugatti offered the GT package as an upgrade from any Bugatti already sold so far.

Mitsubishi Outlander Facelift - First Spy Pictures

2008-09-14T01:02:00.000-07:00

The facelift brought to Mitsubishi Outlander consists mainly in the changes from the front of the car, typical to the new-generation Mitsubishi cars.

The car seems almost unchanged, excepted the front of the car which is masked. Nevertheless can be seen the major changes to the Mitsubishi's Outlander, the trapezoidal form from the front of the car that look very prominent. This feature is a typical for the new generation of Mitsubishi, such as the new Mitsubishi Lancer Sportback, whose front ends with a trapezoidal front which includes items such as grille and the spoiler.

Other models which prefigure the features of the future generations of Mitsubishi are concepts such as Prototype S and Concept - cX. With it's new look, Mitsubishi Outlander joins to the new models of the Japanese manufacturer.

New Details About Future Porsche 911

2008-09-13T23:02:00.000-07:00

The divisional Director of Research and Development said about the new model (internal code 991) that will be a car "more capable, more sexy, even unique."

Is not Do not know how it will change the body design (although the form, overall, will be the same), but the german official has said that the front will be changed more than in the case of previous generations, for security reasons.
Also, the new back form will considerably improve the visibility, says Wolfgang Durheimer, that Porsche could abandon the side mirrors.

The future will effectively juggle with the Cx, following to be equipped with adjustable aerodynamic elements, so the driver can choose a setup that will deliver the maximum speed possible or one that would significantly increase the pressing force and, implicitly, the bend stability.

Durheimer made several assignations even about the follower of 991, which, besides that will use extensively the box with a double clutch PDK, will could receive a continual variation (CVT).

Neither at electronics will not stay bad, the model scheduled to appear in 2018, followed to have a whole direction, automatic parking system, maybe even "by wire" direction, meaning no direct mechanical components between the steering wheel and wheels.

Toyota Urban Cruiser - The Smallest SUV

2008-09-13T04:36:00.000-07:00

Toyota prepares for the Paris Motor Show a small car intended to situate in the Japanese manufacturer range under the model Rav4.

At the Geneva Motor Show 2007 Toyota came with a homonym prototype, a preview of the new model. It's been more than a year and the serial version will be present at the Paris Motor Show, with a form at least similar with that of the concept, even if the dimensions are now more compact.

With a length of 3.9 meters, a width of 1.7 meters and a height of 1.5 meters, Toyota Urban Cruiser is basically an extremely compact SUV, with dimensions smaller than many models of small class.

In the motorization range we retrieve a 1.4 diesel of 133 grams of CO2 to every hundred kilometres. More details we will offer you when the Paris Motor Show will come.

The New Porsche 911 GT3 - First Spy Pictures

2008-09-12T21:52:00.000-07:00

The future Porsche GT3 will have features which will provide a sporting aspect in regard to the current model. The higher electron, spoilers and optical blocks are just some features of the new GT3.

The future Porsche 911 GT3 was surprised with other models of the Porsche while they was go through the Spain mountains. From the images it seems that the news brought to the back consist in a biggest rear flap and a new spoiler with two central exhaust pipes.

The car is expected to appear at the Frankfurt Motor Shoe in 2009. Until then, we expect to show other pictures or even spy teasers launched on the Internet by Porsche.

Honda and Yamaha Become Electric

2008-09-11T22:03:00.000-07:00

Yamaha intends to launch a range of electric motorcycles by 2010, with an autonomy of 100 km at a loading comparable, with the models that have engines of 50 cubic centimeters, according to the publication.

Honda, leader on the motorcycles global market, will launch in 2011, the models based on lithium ion batteries, the first customer will be Postal Service from Japan, which could buy about 90,000 units to replace its fleet.

Officials of Honda Motor and Yamaha Motor said that the two companies producing electric motorcycles, but still have not made concrete decisions on prices or the time of the introduction in the market.

VW Golf MkVI Bluemotion Concept

2008-09-09T02:08:00.000-07:00

Only that it was announced the launch of VW Golf Bluemotion and Germans already presented a second "green" Golf much more advanced than the first. The second Bluemotion will emit under 100 g / km of CO2.

VW Golf MkVI Bluemotion will emit with 20 g / km of Co2 less than VW Golf MkV Bluemotion which will be launched at the Geneva Auto Show. The concept is "green" similar with its smaller brother, VW Polo Bluemotion, but greener than its rival Ford Focus ECOnectic, whose emissions reach 115 g / km.

The low consumption that passing over 3 km litres /100 is possible due to efficient technology of which benefiting the TDI engine of 1.6 litres. The car power rises up to 104 HP and a maximum torque of 249 Nm. The "green" engine is slowest because it go from 0 to 100 km / h in just 11.2 seconds.

The low consumption is possible due to the aerodynamic improvements. A special filter is also added to reduce emissions of nitrogen oxides. The concept will appear in the showrooms from January 2009. A version will be sold from the second half of next year. May be more green than that but the engine to sound alike a diesel?

Nissan Pixo: A New Available Model

2008-09-07T23:47:00.000-07:00

The Japanese auto maker comes at Auto Salon from Paris with a new model of small class, developed to be sold at very low prices.

Built in collaboration with Suzuki Motor Corporation in India, Pixo is practical a Suzuki Alto with a new design and another logo. Although prices have not yet been offered, the Japanese auto maker claims that when Pixo will be available for sale in Europe in 2009 will a very affordable price.

With 3565 mm length, 1470 mm high and 1600 mm width and a wheelbase of 2360 mm, Nissan Pixo have similar size with Fiat Panda and Renault Twingo. Thus, it can accommodate in comfort 4 passengers, they'll drive with a car powered by a 1.0 litre engine combined with a manual gearbox with 5 steps. For For the willings, there is an automatic with 4 steps.

Nissan Launches First Eco-Friendly Diesel Car

2008-09-07T21:53:00.000-07:00

The Japanese auto maker from Nissan Motor Co.launched the first diesel car for the Japanese market from last six years, the model SUV (sport utility vehicle) Nissan X-Trail 20GT.

Further, Nissan X-Trail 20GT will be the first diesel car enough environmental such as to meet the new Japanese standards as regards the pollutant emissions. The new standards will be applicable from October next year. The car will be propel by an engine developed with the French partner Renault.

Model X-Trail diesel costs around 27,710 U.S. dollars, and Nissan estimates for this model that will sell a hundred units per month.

The only diesel model available in Japan was Mercedes-Benz E320 CDI. Honda, Mitsubishi and Subaru are preparing to enter in the diesel market in coming years. Toyota, instead, has not announced any intention to do so.

The diesel cars have a balance of over 50 percent of sales on the European market. An extensive campaign of defamation, however, which took place at the end of 90 years, started by the governor of Tokyo, who was enjoy of much popularity, led to the disappearance from the Japanese market of diesel engines, more efficient in terms of consumption and emissions.

But the Japanese government is oriented to diesel cars and could provide incentives for consumers since April to promote models which comply the new strict standards concerning the emissions.

BMW X2 - Spy Photos

2008-09-07T07:15:00.000-07:00

BMW is planning to launch in 2011 a sport SUV based on the future X1. Basically a X6 into the water without a pair of doors.

Well, the SUV name is not very accurate. Because BMW has for its models new names: Sports Activity Wagon (SAW) for X1 and Sports Activity Runabout (SAR) for X2.
Concerning the price, we must announce that if talk about a BMW, it will be big. Compared with the compact model we could see an increase of up to 5,000 euros, found in the transmission system and a higher car body.

Surprisingly, it has not yet given the green light for this model, expecting it until next year, when will see the sales of X6. And if X2 will come into the series production, then 2011 is the year most likely for beginning.

Golf 6 Variant Coming In Summer Of 2009 !

2008-09-06T10:12:00.000-07:00

It's official: Volkswagen Golf 6 Variant, the break version of last generation of the most successful product of the factory from Wolfsburg, will arrive in summer of 2009.

This will benefit from the same motorizations that the hatch, namely four gas propellers of 80, 100, 122 and 160 HP - the last two TSI versions are equipped with turbine, as well as a compressor - and a diesel of 2.0 litres available in two variants of power, 110 and 140 HP, which will benefit for Golf, of common-rail technology.

There are rumors according to which Volkswagen will introduce the version Varian in the American market, where will be named Jetta Wagon.

Audi Prepare R8 Race Version

2008-09-05T22:36:00.000-07:00

For the first time in the German auto maker history, Audi Sport will launch in the fall of 2009 a racing variant of the R8 model, which will be produced in collaboration with factories from Ingolstadt and Neckarsulm in Germany and Gyor in Hungary.

Dr. Wolfgang Ullrich, director of Audi Motorsport department, stated: "R8 Audi is the first model that deserves to become a excellence racing car. Since the release of R8 on the market have been numerous requests from the public for the development of alternatives for the track competition. Here is that now we equipped the R8 with high-calibre technology, but that does not present difficulties in operation. "

According to the GT3 rules, the race variant, Audi R8 comes with a rear traction and the engine power of 500 horses is transmitted to the tyres through a sport speed box sequential in six steps. As for design, the front has been changed receiving a new spoiler and the backside is represented by a high and wide aileron.

Known under the code name "R16", Audi R8 Race Version is developed under the supervision of Audi Sport department and the first tests on track will take place in the competitive season next year, while deliveries to customers will be honored since the fall of 2009.

Honda V70 Turn Key, The New English Police Car

2008-09-05T22:14:00.000-07:00

In the framework of a conference held in Cheltenham, UK (National Association of Police Fleet Manager Conference), Volvo exposed, to the first time, police car Volvo V70 Turn Key. This model was developed by Swedish manufacturer in collaboration with NAPFM (National Police Improvement Agency, the Police Federation), and will be placed on the assembly lines in the Torslanda factory, Sweden.

The English authorities are satisfied at the rapidity with which Swedish have responded to their request, the models were delivered at only 3 months from the time of performing order. Also, Volvo V70 Turn Key is endowed with all the equipment necessary for the police from the island: the speed detecting system - VASCAR, video supervision and two doghouses.

In terms of performance, Volvo has a new police car with auto-adjusting suspension and forged alloy wheels of 17.5 inches, in order to decrease the braking distance.

Project Z - Russian Super-Hummer!

2008-08-30T01:22:00.000-07:00

At the Auto Salon from Moscow 2008 could not deprive Russian creations on wheels. In this case, Z-Project is a land vehicle with 8 wheels, and is more big that the actual Hummer.

Russians came with a concept difficult to avoid: Z-Project, a land vehicle with four axles and with Avtoros X Trim tyres, specially designed for Siberia's snows. Initially, this concept had only three axes, but now the project has evolved, becoming a real car for expeditions - far beyond the Jeep Wrangler Rubicon EarthRoamer, for example.

The car is more heavy than a Hummer: measuring 6.2 metres in length, with a minimum own mass of 3.7 tonnes. The engine, instead, is not a "bog boy" like Hummer H1, with only 2.4 liters and 130 HP and being fueled, of course, with diesel. Neither performance on the road not surprise, the maximum speed is 80 km / h. In the rugged terrain, instead, is not really need relative explanations to the capabilities of this Z-Project.

Honda Hybrid - Competitor For The Prius

2008-08-29T01:13:00.000-07:00

Honda is preparing a hybrid model that will be the main competitor for the Prius. Especially that of what we can see from the pictures scanned from a Japanese magazine, the future hybrid from Honda even look like Prius.

Japanese officials already have announced their intention to launch next year a hybrid model by itself, which is even cheaper than the current Civic Hybrid. Honda officials have finally understood that a hybrid car should not just be green, but needs to be cheap to be bought and to count in reducing pollution.

It will use the same batteries heavier and less efficient:Ni-Mh. The starting price will be somewhere around 19,000 dollars, which means that the model will be much cheaper than the competitor Toyota.

Jaguar XJ - Spy Photos

2008-08-27T06:50:00.000-07:00

The Britons from Jaguar are preparing for a new generation XJ, which is tested already under a car body of a present model.

The Britons prepare a new variant, which according to Ian Callum, responsible for design, will be even more adventurous than the new XF. This means in translation that would not be excluded that the future XJ to be a competitor for the Mercedes Benz CLS.

A modified version of the current XJ has been used for testing the new model, which currently loan the code name X351. The debut is expected somewhere in spring 2011.

Fiat Portofino Concept - Car For Beach

2008-08-27T03:38:00.000-07:00

Fiat will launch the Portofino concept at the Caravan salon from Dusseldorf in September. Initially will be launched as a car "very risky" for beach.

Without roof, especially without doors, the new concept is based on Fiat Fiorino. With its new structure the concept is equipped with a bar of resistance that form a ring around the car. As can be seen in pictures, the concept will have two pairs of nautical ropes, one to replace the rear doors and another for those of front. The car will also have a tapestry resistant at water, because this car will go more on beach.

In the future will be launched a version with roof for the series production, which will protect passengers from sun and rain. For now we thank with an umbrella because has not appear informations if the first version of the car will be produced in series, and neither when will be released the second.

Audi Preparing a New Version RS

2008-08-27T00:34:00.000-07:00

The german manufacturer is not satisfied only with the S model of A5 range, developing a RS5 version with a power over 400 HP. This was recently spy in the American desert.

The new supercar will be equipped as expected with the Quattro full transmission, according to officials will make the difference against the competition represented by BMW M3 and Mercedes C63.

Under the capote will be a engine of 4.2 litres V8 available on RS4 too. In the case of RS5, the propeller receives two small turbines for a couple more good and a lifting power to 450 HP. It expects an acceleration 0-100km / h in just 4.5 seconds and a maximum speed limited to 250 km / h.

Volvo - Recall In Service

2008-08-26T22:28:00.000-07:00

Volvo is forced to recall in service in the United States over 1000 models with problems at the steering system.

The problem was quickly observed especially that has only to models assembled this year and last year, from the ranges S40, V50, C30 and C70. Basically, there is a possibility to loss the fluid of servo-direction, which could lead obvious to a heavy control at the wheel which could take the driver by surprise and would increase the risk of an accident.

As usually, the manufacturer assume all the fault and will fix the problem free.

The Peugeot Logo Will Be Blue

2008-08-25T07:34:00.000-07:00

Peugeot chose the logo for future environmental range. Models of the Peugeot 107 to 308 SW will wear a blue "lion" in the logo place.

The future models that will exit from the French manufacturer doors will have to hold in estimation severe standards in order to stay within the range of environmentally friendly vehicles. Consumption of fuel must be between 56mpg and 64 mpg (about 24 km / l respectively 27 km / l). Emissions must fall between the value of 109-130 g / km.

Thus, for a ecological Peugeot 308 CC, according to environmental taxes, an owner would pay 0 euros.

Chevy Hybrid - The Official Photo

2008-08-25T07:10:00.000-07:00

Chevrolet has released some images with their future hybrid model. The Xeon, headlights, are some features of the new Chevy based on the Volt concept.

As we have already informed Chevrolet will launch in 2010 the hybrid Volt Chevrolet has released more photos in which it left to observe some details about the future model, such as those from the image.

In the image where is intercept a part of the hybrid model, Chevrolet Volt can be noticed the headlights with Xeon which have a amazing design. Also, the ventilation chops will bear the Chevrolet symbol. The model will be able to traverse nearly 65 km propelled by the electric battery. But this will be only one alternative source of propulsion at the conventional engine which will wear under the capote.

Koenigsegg Sedan with 700 HP

2008-08-25T04:37:00.000-07:00

The Swedish manufacturer will surprise us next year at the Auto Salon from Geneva with a super sport sedan of 700 HP.

While Porsche and Aston Martin are testing of a very long time the Panamera and Quick models, Koenigsegg overcome this stage and comes directly with a model. This is currently at the stage of layout , but until next year at the Auto Salon from Geneva will be ready for sale. One reason for the car has not been tested until now is the lack of funds.

Although the future sedan will look like the model of CCX from above, will not share the same engine, being developed an entirely new propellant, a V8 700 HP with many parts of carbon fibre. Maximum speed will be as: 350 km / h. Swedish officials said that the sedan model will be even cheaper and will be assembled per year approximate 70-80 models, while CCX will be limited to 35 pieces per year.

Bugatti Veyron 2 Comes In 2012

2008-08-25T03:25:00.000-07:00

Bugatti wants to remain above all and will not be limited to the current generation Veyron. In 2012 will comes a new generation.

After numerous delays and huge costs Bugatti will not stop at the current model. The Bugatti chief , Dr Franz-Josef Paefgen said for Autocar that is in plan a 1001 HP for the current car. Successor who will make its appearance in 2012.

Until then, the sources have confirmed that is prepares a luxury sedan model, which will be based on the future of Bentley Arnage and will have directly target Rolls Royce Phantom. Also, at the end of the current Veyron career, we will see a GT version , of 1200 HP.

Seat Tribu - Official Pictures?

2008-08-25T02:55:00.000-07:00

These are the pictures used by Seat to record the new model at the office of European brands.

Thus, the design of the new model is more than clear, is inspired directly from the homonym concept. Scheduled to appear only in 2010, the future Seat Tribu will use the technical platform from Tiguan. Neither the motorizations will not be different, with a 1.4 TSI and a 2.0 TSI for the diesel fans will be come certainly 2.0 TDI.

Although these pictures, the model have 5 doors, s not excluded that in the future to see a model with three doors.

Hyundai Plans: 50,000 Genesis Models Sold Per Year in U.S

2008-08-22T22:18:00.000-07:00

Korean company believes it can significantly change the landscape of luxury auto market from the U.S. with two models of the family Genesis - sedan and coupe. Not less than 50,000 units are planned to be marketed here every year, 30,000 of them will be Coupe models.

The main advantage from the competition will, as usual, the price much lower and a lot of standard equipment offered even starting with basic facilities, but the V8 engines presence will provide premises for a important counter in technical plan.

Eventually, Genesis sedan will be an excellent choice for companies that plan to develop a fleet premium (for example, banks), while Coupe will be a great fit with the preferences of those who want to tasting a bit of Asiatic "savours" without to invest too much in it.

Ford Kuga by Wolf Racing -More Stronger

2008-08-22T08:10:00.000-07:00

Wolf Racing just took delivery the Ford SUV to print a set of minor changes, for those who want a little more sporty SUV.

The Germans from Wolf Racing have prepared a sport package for the European SUV Ford Kuga, composed mainly from an electronic module which raises the diesel propeller power of 2.0 litres from 136 to 158 HP operation that cost almost 800 euros.

The cheapest is to buy a new set of springs, which descends the car with 2 cm. And that's all about.

Honda Civic - New Model In 2010

2008-08-22T02:50:00.000-07:00

Although Honda Civic has emerged recently, Britons from Autoexpress are of the opinion that in 2010 we will see a new model.

With Volkswagen Golf 6 already launched, Opel Astra, Ford Focus and Megane 3 scheduled to appear soon, Honda will need to refresh the compact range. Although normally would be that next year, possibly in 2010 to see a facelift of current generation, Britons from AutoExpress says that we will see instead a new model.

The source of inspiration for the new model, as illustrated by AutoExpress it seems to be Open Study Model concept. It is interesting that, as the new Megane 3, Honda will build two models with different targets in the compact class: a coupe for the young people and a hatch with 5 doors, more spacious and more comfortable.

Concerning motorizations, the Japanese manufacturer will make a step towards environmental side, preparing a hybrid engine of 1.5 liters,150 HP, but capable of only 120 g / km of CO2. Besides Honda wants in the future that all petrol motorizations to take advantage of hybrid modules, and even the future Type R, which will become the first hybrid hot-hatch.

Mercedes S-Class facelift - Spy Pictures

2008-08-21T23:56:00.000-07:00

While BMW has already launched the new admiral vessel and Audi is preparing too for a new generation, Mercedes not lose and it put to change S-Class. Even if it was not launched for a long time.

Surprised in tests, S-Class let us to see all the news: new front spoiler, new headlights, optical blocks with a interior reconfiguring, new side mirrors and modified stop lights.

The motorizations ill not be changed, but will receive minor modifications to reduce CO2 emissions in 2010 were expected and hybrid versions, both for diesel and petrol

It Was Launched Tesla Roadster

2008-08-21T22:08:00.000-07:00

Looks like a normal car, reaches maximum speed of 125 meters per second, accelerate from zero to 60 km in just 3.9 seconds, is very quiet, and the biggest advantage is that you do not need to make the full. All these features are in the new Tesla Roadster, which will be available to buyers starting today, informs Daily Mail.

The car is supply by a engine of a 185 kw and a series of batteries included in order to reach the performances of a sports car. Although only today officially enters to the market, the company Tesla has already registered 1,100 orders for the car of 92,000 pounds in America.

Among people who have reserve the car was George Clooney, Matt Damon, Brad Pitt and Arnold Schwarzenegger. The increasing number of clients has led Tesla to increase production of cars in the Lotus plant from Norfolk.

Motor vehicle needs three hours fuel at a normal receptacle and has a capacity of over 350 km after each load.

Tesla has announced that work on a family version, bigger, with four doors and that will develop this vehicle at a price more accessible. Unlike other manufacturers of electric cars, Tesla refused to endow the sports car with a system that produces noise. "It is incredible that you can go with this car and you can hear everything that's happening around you," said Darryl Siry, Tesla's spokesman .

Chevrolet Cruze - The First Oficial Details

2008-08-21T21:52:00.000-07:00

Chevrolet offers the first information about a model that should be built on GM Delta 2 platform, which will be used to the new generation Opel Astra, Chevrolet Cruze is a compact sedan which is approaching the size of several models of the middle class. With a length of 4,600 mm, the new Chevrolet Cruze promises a large interior space.

It will operate on gas, an engine of 112 HP, an 1.8 of 140 HP and a turbo-diesel of 2.0 litres, 150 HP and 320 Nm. The transmission will be ensured by boxes with 5-speed manual or automatic with 6. The new Chevrolet Cruze will be available in Europe in March 2009 and will subsequently be sold in North America, Asia and other markets.

Audi A7 - Speculations

2008-08-19T07:45:00.000-07:00

Although it is too early for clear information about the future A7, scheduled to launch in 2010, the reports of this model are becoming increasingly confused.

With a little while ago, during the emergence of the internet the first pictures of the future A7, say that the german model will benefit from a new technical platform. However, those from CarandDriver argue that the car will be built on the current platform of A5, for the cause of reducing production costs.

A7 will be available in cabrio version, scheduled to launch in 2011. The top variant, RS 7, it seems that will be equipped with a V10 propellant whose power will be at 600 HP.

China May Become the Largest Market For Volkswagen

2008-08-18T22:53:00.000-07:00

f the estimate of 1.05 million units sold in China will come true for Volkswagen, the Asian country will become the largest market for the Germans.

Germans dominate in China, with a market share of 19.1%, composed from cumulative sales of three brands: Audi, Skoda and, of course, Volkswagen. To keep his leadership VW intends to launch 12 new models in the next two years, many of them specifically developed for the market from there.

In the first half of the year Volkswagen sold 531,614 cars in China and in Germany with just 3,000 more. But, while home the market share has increased by only 3.7%, Germans have improved the result with an impressive 23.3% and there are strong signs that this trend will keep ascending until the end of the year.

Fiat Will Lunch a Hybrid Version of The Model 500

2008-08-18T02:15:00.000-07:00

Fiat will launch a hybrid version of the model 500, following the success it had on the market, informs Motor Authority.

Thus, Fiat 500 hybrid will be based on the new engine with two cylinders which will work in parallel with one electric, and consumption will be only 2.94 litri/100 km, with emissions of 90g/km. But Fiat does not stop here, the car will have a transmission with a double coupler, a stop-start system, a sign that its engineers are as good as any others from the industry.

The propeller with two cylinders seems to be the perfect choice for carbon dioxide emissions, but besides that, with 20% more easily than one with 4 cylinders comparable (decreases weight, improves dynamics) and as strong. "
Fiat 500 hybrid 500 hybrid will be presented in a saloon car at the end of this year, followed to reach the showrooms in 2011.

Nissan 370Z Coupe - Unofficial Details

2008-08-18T00:36:00.000-07:00

The future sports model will be presented at the end of this year, to the Auto Salon from Los Angeles, following that the sales to begin in the first months of next year. The engine will be the main attraction, V6 of 3.5 litre will be upgraded to 3.7 litres. This propellant is present on the American model Infiniti G37 and develops 328 HP.

Also, Nissan president revealed recently that the model will maintain its proportions, but will have a little wheelbase. It will be interesting how the Japanese manufacturer will be able to guarantee the interior space, quite poor and on the current generation, if the distance between bridges will be contracted.

Weak points of the 370Z will be corrected, according to the Nissan, which in this model see a clear trend. The interior will be brought to current standards and it is possible that a diesel engine to appear under the capote to take chest competition come from Audi TT TDI. Also, roadster version will come in later stage.

We expect during the next period at more technical details with this model.

Bugatti Veyron Grand Sport - Now is Officially

2008-08-18T00:12:00.000-07:00

Bugatti launched the roadster variant of hypercar's Veyron, one also capable of 407 km/h.

Bugatti Veyron Grand Sport is not just a model highly expected by collectors, but also a challenge for Bugatti. To keep the characteristics of a supercar, known for extraordinary speed and acceleration, means a very bold goal. Firstly if we talk about a model, the body rigidity and aerodynamics need to be revised to be maintained at the normal parameters.

And it seems that Bugatti has found the correct prescription creating channels to direct air flow over the head of occupants without significantly affect the natural flow. Also, for the Grand Sport have implemented innovative structural solutions to preserve the safety level.

The model was first presented on 16 August at Pebble Beach, the model is being exposed out to tender, a lucky being able to go home with him. Maximum speed with the polycarbonate roof mounted is 407 km / h, being cabrio is limited to 360 km / h.

Obviously, if the rigid roof is removed it must be left at home, so if the rain catch you a ceiling-type soft-top is available, but limited the speed with which one can only go to 130 km / h. With a price of 1.4 million, only 150 models will be sold, of which 50 are reserved for loyal customers of the mark. When you sell only a few hundred cars, I wonder how you select the most loyal customers.

Official: Prices for Renault Koleos

2008-08-17T09:16:00.000-07:00

The SUV from Renault attract the visions not due form, but mostly due to higher performance to any competitor from the same range and the same area of price. This car have a difference of at least 0.5 seconds to 100km / h with the starting place, one other difference (fine) at least 0.5 liters consumption and especially a difference of 20 HP.

Obviously, talk of a Renault, so it is normal for the acquisition price to be lower. So, Renault Koleos gas starts at 18,823 Euros (22,399 Euros with VAT) for equipment Expression 2.5 170CP 4x2, an unbeatable price when is compared with the competition facilities.
Prices:

Dynamique 2.0 dCi 150 CP 4X2, 26 500 €

Dynamique 2.0 dCi 150 CP 4X4 CVA, 29 699 €

Dynamique 2.0 dCi 175 CP 4X4, 29 500 €

Privilege 2.0 dCi 150 CP 4X4, 31 600 €

Privilege 2.0 dCi 175 CP 4X4, 31 399 €

Poland, a New Supercars Producer?

2008-08-16T11:04:00.002-07:00

Veno Automotive is a company from Poland which announcing on the internet pages that work to a new supercar. But from the images presented, we can easily realize that yes is a faithful copy of Lamborghini Reventon. Company officials did not give a prototype name, and they said that this will be built in a limited number of copies (50).

The new Polish supercar will have at opponents on the Ferrari, Lamborghini, Aston Martin, Koenigsegg, Pagani and Cadillac. One advantage would be that, as telling Veno, the car body would support propulsion to develop over 1,000 horse power.
Moreover, the model will be available in two variants equipment: coupe and roadster, while the facilities will be rich: elements of carbon fiber, disc brakes of carbon video camera to detect people during the car circulation and onboard computer with internet access.
Under capote will be find engines Audi V8 of 4.2 liter V8 with 350, 450 and 700 horse power.

Over 33,000 People Want to Buy a Chevrolet Volt

2008-08-16T00:07:00.000-07:00

Over 33,000 people are interested to buy the Chevrolet Volt electric car that will go out on the market in 2010, according to an unofficial list made by a fan of the vehicle.

Lyle Dennis, a neurologist from New York who support with enthusiastically he electric car from General Motors (GM), has created a list of Volt model buyers. The list can be viewed on the website gm-volt.com.
According to Dennis, 33,411 people were registered to show their intention to buy a Volt in 2010, when the electric vehicle will be launched.

The list shows the highest number of potential buyers of Chevrolet Volt California, Texas, Florida and Michigan, and from 46 states outside the United States (U.S.).

The average price that customers were shown to be willing to give him to buy the car was 31,261 U.S. dollars, less than the price announced by General Motors, 40,000 dollars.

Dennis has organized a meeting between Chevrolet Volt "fans" which they are named Nation Volt" and GM directors in the Auto Show from New York this year. He said that the list is totally unofficial, but the idea is to convince the people from GM to take seriously. The aim would be that the manufacturer to see that there is great demand for vehicle and decide to make more cars, but is hard to believe that something like that can happen.

The GM representatives, which are not expected at a profit too much from the first generation of Volt, have announced that they will pull out gradually the model on the market when production will start in hybrid factory from Hamtramck, Michigan.

"I do not know if there is another vehicle or a different technology that make so much interest, due to fuel prices," said GM representative, Dave Darovitz. Darovitz refused to talk about the price that will have Chevrolet Volt.

GM showed a concept version of the Volt in January 2007, but the vehicle aspect has changed since then and that's because the original was not quite aerodynamic, according to GM.

Volt will have an autonomy of about 65 to 80 km if use only electric batteries charged approximately four hours, but will has a diesel or gas engine, which will recharge the batteries and will ensure the autonomy of a few hundred kilometers. Annual production will be at the beginning of 10,000 units, but may reach 70,000, if there is demand. Even so, Volt will represent less than 1% of what GM builds in a year.

The Car With Zero Emissions

2008-08-15T07:06:00.000-07:00

Sunmotor, American company based in Massachusetts, says that it created the first car with zero carbon emissions. The American company Sunmotor from Boston launches first clean car, which will save energy and will help to protect the environment. Named DX Coupe, the car will appear on the market by the end of the year.

The basic design of the new car is inspired by the model Smart ForTwo. The little electric car is not for they who want speed, reaching a maximum of only 70 kilometers per hour. As this speed would be too much, the engineers from Sunmotor have limited the speed at 40 km / h so that the batteries have autonomy for 250 kilometers.

The price of this car has not been made public by the U.S. company.

Russia's Richest Man Could Buy Hummer Brand

2008-08-15T02:42:00.000-07:00

General Motors has expressed for more times the intention to put at sell the Hummer brand, and among those interested are few companies in India, China and Russia. But closer to the American brand seems to be the billionaire Oleg Deripaska, the richest man from Russia, according to the negotiation sources.

But the same sources, quoted by Mediafax, asserted that, for now, the discussions are at exploratory level, because Hummer is not yet for sale in formally mode.

Between the Russian businessman, the man who controls the auto company, number two from Russia, GAZ, and GM, there was discussion on the enlargement of the largest U.S. auto manufacturer on the Russian market.

One of the sources also stated that Deripaska would like that the Canadian manufacturer of auto parts Magna International to be involved in the Hummer production, if will complete the brand takeover.

DiMora Natalia SLS 2 Will Be Made From Volcanic Rock!

2008-08-14T22:30:00.000-07:00

The American manufacturer have the ambition to produce the most luxurious and world's technologically advanced limo, which is ready to deliver to anyone who is able to pay the price of two million $.

For now, in addition to graphic creations made on the computer, nobody saw something concrete about this car, every day that pass more and more data we know about this amazing car. The last news is that this car is made from a volcanic rock!

OK, do not go thinking up there in order to feel that the car will look like a block of stone : the technology requires the creation of a material similar to carbon fiber, using the volcanic rock instead of petroleum products.

Specialists in this industrial "magic" are they from Barotex Technology Corporation, which DiMora has already concluded a partnership following which will deliver to the first ambitious auto manufacturer the most resistant and durable material ever used in the manufacture of a car. In addition, fibre Barotex achievement is even more ecological that require less energy in the process of creation than carbon fiber.

Toyota Hilux Facelift: The First Official Photo

2008-08-14T21:42:00.000-07:00

The compact pick-up of the world one number has only three years if he is on the market, but the Japanese have decided that it's time for a facelift.

The car still has not been formally presented, but the first picture, representing the front, has already been "mounted" on the website of Toyota in Malaysia. This proves that the Japanese designers were not killed with work, preferring to retouch discreetly the calendar line - which now look like the full-size models marketed in the U.S..

Some minor changes are observed in the case of mirrors, but really important news will probably appear on the list of facilities to each equipment, about which we will inform you immediately after the official premiere.

Top 10 Auto Manufacturers From The World

2008-08-14T21:23:00.000-07:00

Here is what it looks like the top of biggest auto producers from the world, depending on the volume of sales in 2007, according to the study made by "Global Market":

1. Toyota Motor Corp.. 9,366,000 units
2. General Motors 8,902,252
3. Volkswagen AG 6,191,618
4. Ford Motor Co.. 5,964,000
5. Hyundai-Kia Automotive Group 3,961,629
6. Honda Motor Co.. Ltd. 3,831,000
7. Nissan Motor Co.. 3,675,574
8. PSA / Peugeot-Citroen SA 3,428,400
9. ysler LLC 2,676,268
10. Fiat S.p.A. 2,620,864

Top includes sales of all automotive brands from groups (for example, to General Motors, the best known European brand is Opel, while the first European manufacturer, Volkswagen Group, owns, besides the trademark "mother" brands Audi, SEAT, Skoda, Bentley and Lamborghini). As might be expected, Toyota has dethrone General Motors and is the new world leader, and the difference between the two giants is expected to increase this year in the Japanese favor.

Moreover, all U.S. manufacturers, are in regression. The first European manufacturer, Volkswagen Group, is the third in the world. Only 3 European manufacturers have entered in this ranking, dominated by Asian manufacturers.

Porsche Panamera - The First Interior Spy Photos

2008-08-14T02:09:00.000-07:00

With little time before the official launch we present the most accurate spy pictures with the future Porche limo. According to sources from the AutoBild, the new Panamera will have appreciable dimensions: 4.98 m long, 1.98 m wide, 1.58 m high.

Car's own mass will be 1,800 kg, 450 kg less than the cheapest Cayenne, and the top version of Panamera, that will have V8 turbo engine of 4.8 litres and enjoying of full traction will have only with 150 kg more and will be capable of more than 300 km / h.

Sales will start in the spring of 2009, first with the V8 versions, the most powerful model, with turbo and the integral traction being quoted at 125,000 euros. It will furrow then a cheaper version "only" 80,000 euros, equipped with FSI V6 engine, and in 2011 a hybrid version, that combine the V6 on petrol with an electric motor of 110 kW, located between the thermic engine and speed-change box. For the moment it is not considered the Panamera equipping with a diesel engine or a V10 ( Audi provenance), but this would be possible if the market feedback will be favourable.

Among other technical delicacies are included PDK transmission, with dual clutch and a amortization control system. One last detail: contact will be in the left side of wheel, according to the market tradition. Panamera will be a sport limo.

Audi A5/S5 Cabrio - Will Have Soft Top

2008-08-13T23:21:00.000-07:00

The Audi Coupe A5 is a consistent success, but Audi made famous the model Audi Cabrio named after Audi A4 Cabrio. So the following cabriolet on the Germans list is Audi A5 Cabrio, with the sport version Audi S5 Cabrio.

Compared with the main competitor, BMW 3 Series Cabrio, Audi A5 Cabrio will not have retractable hard top, but a soft-top, like smallest brother Audi A3 Cabrio and Audi TT Roadster. The machine will have the same technical and the same range of engines like the Coupe version and is scheduled to appear on the market in the spring of 2009.

Chrysler PT Dream Cruiser Series 5 - A New Special Edition

2008-08-13T21:41:00.000-07:00

Chrysler PT Cruiser is one of the models with the most special and limited editions. What contain the last American creation? read in the next lines.

Among the amendments contained in the new model mention of the roof painted in Black Crystal Pearl, grille beside aluminum. The contrast color theme is continued inside, where we see the new seats, the leather wheel with grey decorations and a set of personalized terry.

Available with two engines, a 2.4 litre aspirate by the 50 HP and one of the 180 HP, the new Chrysler PT Dream Cruiser will be available in only 1750 units at a price of 22,700 dollars. Deliveries will begin this autumn.

The Success of Mazda 3

2008-08-13T09:45:00.000-07:00

The recipe for Mazda 3 success in the U.S. is not a secret. The Japanese will take a shot by applying the same strategy to their future models. When the Mazda 3 emerged has positioned as a hatchback better equipped than its competitors, take from larger vehicles emblems of quality, such as dressing seats in leather or navigation system. These facilities were intended to attract customers.

This recipe, which almost doubled envisaged sales by the Japanese last year in the U.S., will be used on the future vehicles from larger classes, such as next generation of Mazda 6. Amendments brings to the future model could consist in braking system improvements, undertaken from Mazda 3.

Such a strategy may not be exactly right on a market that aimed primarily quality and not luxury, as is that in the EU.

Lamborghini Zagato Raptor Out To Tender

2008-08-13T06:44:00.000-07:00

Do you think that Reventon is the most exclusive model Lamborghini? Not far, this unique Lamborghini is called and now is searching for an owner.

Lamborghini Raptor Zagato is a unique model, being created in a single copy for the Geneva Salon from 1996. The concept has borrowed much of the mechanics of Diablo VT, but as can be seen has not left much imprint on the Lamborghini range and have influence rather the model Spyker C12 Zagato. The model was developed together with the Swiss champion Alain Wicki.

Under the roof is the top of the range Lambo of that time, the V12-492 CP, but unfortunately they will not be shown on public roads, because the model is not approved for road movement. However, for those willing, it is put on the auction at the show from Pebble Beach by Blackhawk Collection home.

Motorcycle Sales Have Grown Spectacularly

2008-08-13T05:31:00.000-07:00

The oil crisis led to the motto industry flourishing: increases in sales began immediately to sale. The UK market is one of the most flexible from Europe, adapting immediately to the occurring changes. In July the number of motorcycles entered into circulation increased by 22% compared with a year ago, in contrast to the auto market which has fallen by 13%.

The highest growth was recorded as one would expect from economic models, with 35% for those up to 50 cmc, and 31% for motor categories by 125 cmc. All the scooters grew with 27, respectively 34.5%. Decreases were recorded only in enduro chapter, 7.9%.

Audi R8 Spyder - Speculations

2008-08-13T02:43:00.001-07:00

Very few people would have imagined that a builder without experience in the supercars field could build a model worthy to rival with Lamborghini or Porsche. But talk of Audi, the manufacturer that has benefited fully know the how those two colege group and came with a model, R8, entitled to sit today at the supercars table.

The first image of the Audi R8 Spyder is undertaken by the British Car Magazine, and although has a speculative character, is not far from the truth, based on drawings made by the manufacturer in the previous year.

The price of this model will be considerably larger than the R8 Coupe. If the Audi R8 is currently ranked around 100,000 euros, Spyder could pull out from customers pocket around 10,000 euros more.

While the new model launching is scheduled for the middle of next year, it is possible that the customers to wait. That's because the whole production capacity is occupied by the variant coupe.

Lotus Omnivore - Two-Stroke Engine With Alcohol

2008-08-13T01:22:00.000-07:00

The British from Lotus will develop until next year an engine that will operate at maximum the fuel-based alcohol capacities.

The main problem of the mixed engines that are go with alcohol but and with gasoline is that they are limited by the configuration necessary for operation with the latter fuel. Alcohol benefit from the best features of combustion and therefore to get the most they need an engine developed exclusively for running with it.

This will be designed by engineers at Lotus, in collaboration with the University of Belfast and Jaguar Cars and will be submitted for the first time that a two-stroke engine with a single cylinder. Architecture engine will present an innovative system of a rate variation of compression combined with direct injection, the result is a considerable improvement in fuel economy.

GM Launches Eco-Series

2008-08-13T00:41:00.000-07:00

Chevrolet Silverado, Chevrolet Tahoe, GMC Sierra and GMC Yukon are models that have undergone improvements designed to decrease consumption. And what improvements.

Models Pick-Up motorized by a V8 FlexFuel of 5.3 litres of 320 HP and 461 Nm or by a 315-HP have improved consumption as follows: in the city from 14 to 15 miles per gallon on the motorway from 20 to 21 miles per gallon. Unbelievable. And GM want's to title the models XFE, from Xtra Fuel Economy.

The Amazing performances were achieved by reducing the weight upon the use of aluminium components from the engine block to the alloy wheels of 17 or 18 inch. If that GM understands through the ecology is not surprising that it expects bankruptcy.

Video: GM Official Presentation About The New Cadillac CTS Sport Wagon

2007-08-18T07:23:00.000-07:00

Combi version was presented at Pebble Beach, but here is the first video material. John Howell, director of products at General Motors, explain why look so good this car, but also why he thinks and the the team behind the project that Sport Wagon "is the right car at the right time."

Video: Audi to Mercedes: You're old!

2007-08-15T07:31:00.000-07:00

Audi is not indulgent when it comes to competition, and this is evident in the below video, a giggle advert with Audi A4. The clip idea is very simple: a new house, modern, suits much better an Audi than Mercedes. The essence was, however, surprised in the title, so i just wish you :"good watch"