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2011 BMW 5 Series xDrive arrives in October

With the first examples of 2011 BMW 535i and 550i Sedans already in the hands of the enthusiasts, the Bavarian premium brand for sporty rides is now exclusively announcing the pricing and availability for the xDrive variants of the new, sixth-generation 5 Series. Price-tagged at $52,775 and $62,875, including $875 Destination and Handling tax, the 535i xDrive and 550i xDrive are approximately $2300 more expensive than their traditional rear-wheel drive counterparts. The MY2011 high-end, high-performance mid-size

Subaru releases the US pricing details on its 2011MY Impreza

Subaru has released the US pricing details on its 2011 Subaru Impreza non-turbo models, which are scheduled to hit the brand’s dealerships in July. Aimed at exceeding the last year’s record sales, Subaru has exclusively announced price levels identical to these of MY2010. The 2011 Subaru Impreza 2.5i boasts a tempting starting price of $17,495 for the four-door and $17,995 for the five-door model. It is equipped with a naturally-aspirated 2.5-

Seat Leon Cupra R ultra-hot-hatch hits the market

Recently, Seat has launched its most fuel efficient Leon to meet the latest ECO regulations. Now, it is turn to introduce Leon Cupra R – a true hot hatchback. Seat Leon Cupra is targeted to hatch enthusiasts, who has petrol in their veins. The car hits UK market will full power. This is the most powerful Seat yet offered for sale for 25-year history of the brand. Cupra R is powered by tuned 2.0 litre four cylinder turbocharged petrol engine delivering 265PS. The power unit is specially revised by the engineer

Chrysler Group releases the first-ever vehicle-information app

Renowned for its innovative approach in the vehicle’s manuals and user documentation, Chrysler is once again proving itself as one of the most advanced technology-incorporating brands among the vehicle manufacturers with the introduction of the first-ever smartphone vehicle-information application. Fully packed with information that used to be stuffed into the glove box, the new app represents a paper-free, fast-access innovative solution, whi

HERO 100 – A hundred marathons in 100 days with Jeep

Mike Buss will take the challenge of his life - Hero 100 consisting of 100 marathons in 100 days. Mr. Buss is a former soldier, whose moto is „Beyond Impossible”. The challenge will take place in 19 cities and it will be from the 16 June to the 23 September. The award is £10 000, which the soldier plans to leave money

Senner Tuning's all-new Audi S5 Sportsback conversion

The German-based Audi cars enhancement expert Senner Tuning has unveiled its latest program, which lends the 2009 Audi S5 Sportback more athletic stance and styling as well as boosted output figures. Although the S5 Sportback represents a premium, all-rounded mid-size vehicle with sufficient performance, the guys at

edo transforms the Aston Martin DB9 into a full-blooded DBS

Edo competition has finally released a new high-end tuning project dubbed edo Aston Martin DBS. Created for a Russian customer, the refined British GT car – DBS – represents a full-blooded transformation from a five years old Aston Martin DB9, which edo fitted with a newly-styled outer and inner dress as well as enhanc

Range Rover Autobiography Black 40th Anniversary Limited Edition

The Range Rover Autobiography Black 40th Anniversary is a true embodiment of the latest and finest by the renowned British 4x4 vehicles manufacturer Land Rover. Specially-styled with exclusive exterior and interior elements, the new vehicle will be manufactured in a limited number of only 700 examples worldwide. On the outside, the astonishing all-terrain luxury vehicle benefits from a unique Barolo Black paint work, which in combination with

bmw rolls-out a special 2011 m3 frozen gray coupe

BMW rolls-out a special 2011 M3 Frozen Gray Coupe

As BMW is getting near to the 25th anniversary of its high-performance M3 ride, the renowned Bavarian brand is launching a specially-packed 2011 M3 Frozen Gray Coupe for the US market. Limited to only 30 examples, the exclusive BMW M3 Frozen Gray Coupe is distinguished by a ultra-stylish matte-gray paint job and unique Fox Red / Black bi-color high-end leather interior finish. The specially-styled M3 will be available for order from Monday and the ride’s first deliveries are planned for the end of June. Ready

Skoda Superb Estate named Best Car in its Class

Skoda Superb Estate grabbed another award at the Practical Caravan Towcar Awards 2010. The Superb Estate 2.0 TDI CR 170 SE was named best car in the 1575-1724kg class. There is no doubt, that Superb is a perfect automobile with so many awards. The Practical Caravan awards, backed by What Car? and The Camping and Caravanning Club, are based on vigorous and thorough towcar assessment.  Each car is tested by a panel of six judges for its towing ability, buying and owning costs, drive quality when not towing and pra

Renault Modus is named Best Small MPV in Green Car Awards

Renault Modus is the winner in the Environmental Transport Association’s „Green Car Awards” for the third year in a row. The vehicle received the „Small MPV” award. More than 5 000 cars have been examined by the Environmental Transport Association, which are currently on sale in Bratain. Further tests of their power

2011 Range Rover will probably be the best SUV on the market

2011 Range Rover comes with a new V8 diesel engine fitted with 8-speed transmission. The big SUV also has two significant Terrain Response® upgrades and slight external styling enhancements. The vehicle will go on sale in late September this year. Phil Popham, Land Rover managing director comments: "The 2011 Range Rover retains its position as one of the world's most complete luxury vehicles. Its combination of reduced CO2 emissions and superi