26 January 2010, 03:02 PM
Maserati, the Italian luxury car manufacturer has picked the Alfa Romeo MiTo as its European service network vehicle. According to Maserati, the compact MiTo is the perfect illustrtion for a skilful and unique Italian design.
Exclusively for Maserati, the specially produced MiTos will be fitted with a striking Maserati Ocean Blue body colour, and the most potent power unit in the entire MiTo range – the 170 horsepower, 1.4 MultiAir Turbo petro
26 January 2010, 01:42 PM
Mazda Motor Corporation has commenced sales of the facelifted Mazda Atenza (known overseas as the Mazda6) for the Japanese market. Available in three body styles — Sedan, Sport (five-door hatchback) and Sport Wagon — Mazda’s globally acclaimed mid-size car has been refined and evolved, and it goes on sale today at all Mazda and Mazda Anfini dealerships throughout Japan.
The Mazda Atenza has attracted a wide range of customers with its sporty styling and exceptional driving performance. The enhancements for the f
26 January 2010, 11:08 AM
At the Beijing Autoshow, the French car manufacturer Peugeot has unwrapped the new Peugeot 408. Designed specially for the Chinese market, the newcomer is not the direct successor of the elegant Peugeot 407, it is the sedan version of the well-known small family vehicle 308.
This new mid size sedan from Peugeot is fully engineered in collaboration with the Chinese group DFM
The Dong Feng Peugeot 408 will be offered with a choice of two power units, a 1.6-liter petrol engine and a 2.0-liter petrol engine both
26 January 2010, 10:09 AM
Suzuki’s SX4 is a distinctive five-door hatchback that blends the characteristics of sporty compacts exemplified by the Swift, with those of lightweight SUVs such as the Grand Vitara, to create an exciting small car alternative. The popular model has been revised for 2010 with numerous styling and interior changes as well as an introduction of a cleaner and more powerful 1.6-litre petrol engine.
The resulting ‘sport X-over’ combines responsive driving dynamics, 4x4 capability, high levels of
25 January 2010, 06:28 PM
For model year 2010, Ford Ka will boast a revised model line-up, including new individual variants. The new line-up will be powered by the well-known existing engines, the 1.2-litre petrol unit with 69 horsepower and the 1.3-litre diesel engine that produces 75 horsepower.
The realigned trim levels are: Studio, Edge, Zetec and the all-new Titanium. The entry level - Ford Ka Studio benefits from new rear head restraints for the new model year. The new Ka Edge replaces the old „Style” trim lev
25 January 2010, 05:56 PM
The well-known Porsche cars tuning company TECHART has completed its individualization programme for the recently launched Porsche Panamera. Available for the Panamera S and the all-wheel-driven Panamera 4S, the TECHART programme emphasizes uniquely the sporty lines of the Porsche’s striking sedan.
Outside, the retr
25 January 2010, 05:17 PM
BRABUS fits the high-speed eight-cylinder four-valve engine from the ML63 AMG with a twin turbo system and implants it into the largest Mercedes SUV. By doing so the luxury manufacturer from Bottrop elevates the GL 63 to a new performance dimension.
The twin turbo system is yet another high-tech development so typical for BRABUS. The BRABUS engineers have developed special cast exhaust manifolds with integrated turbine housings and bypass valves for the V8 engine. For faster response the turbochargers were sized
25 January 2010, 04:42 PM
With CO2 emissions of just 109g/km and combined fuel consumption of 67.3mpg, the new Astra ecoFLEX brings even greater efficiency to Vauxhall’s recently launched compact hatch range, which has already seen a 13.3 per cent average improvement over the previous model.
A raft of mechanical and aero improvements have re
25 January 2010, 04:20 PM
At the North American International Auto Show in Detroit, the French electric cars manufacturer Venturi Automobiles has presented its innovative concept vehicle Volage. Engineered in close technological collaboration between Venturi Automobiles and Michelin, the Volage concept benefits from Michelin’s Active Wheel technology, which incorporates two electric motors per wheel (1 for suspension and 1 for drive), a total of 8 electric motors piloted in real time by spearhead electronics.
The Venturi Volage has the s
25 January 2010, 03:23 PM
In response to the numerous customers requests, Volkswagen has finally released a new, optional rear bench that turns the amazingly elegant VW Passat CC into a true five-seater. Designed originally as a sporty four-door coupe with four seats, the Passat CC is now ready to give its customers even greater everyday utility by adding another seating position.
The new rear bench covers all necessary safety aspects with its third head restraint and three-point seat belt at the centre position. In addition, the foldin
25 January 2010, 01:42 PM
Renowned for its exclusiveness, the Mercedes-Benz automobiles tuner Sportservice Lorinser is ready to prove this once again with its latest project, the Lorinser E-Class Coupe (C207). Boasting even more dynamism and uniqueness, Lorinser’s new programme re-styles the stunning two-door car entirely.
The front end of the newcomer is fitted with new radiator grill and stylishly re-engineered bumper with integrated LED daytime running lights combining enormous values of both elegance and athleticism. The new roof- an
25 January 2010, 11:32 AM
At the Barrett-Jackson Auction Opening Night Gala occasion, Shelby American has unleashed the 2011 Shelby GT350, a supercharged modern re-interpretation of the legendary 1960’s Shelby GT350. The long anticipated Mustang-based pony car is finally here and ready to fulfill the dreams of the furious race heads.
Designed to be extra-light, brisk and powerful at the same time, the new Shelbi GT350 is based on the recently announced 5.0-liter V-8 2011 Ford Mustang GT. For creating this ultimate bal
