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honda cr-z concept 2009 at tokyo motor show

Honda CR-Z Concept 2009 at Tokyo Motor show

At the 41st Tokyo Motor show, Honda showcased the second concept version of its stylish hybrid coupe – Honda CR-Z Concept 2009, which is a global concept equipped with rear seat. A production version of the concept vehicle, packaged as sporty 2-seat hybrid will be introduced to the North American customers in the second half of 2010. The all-new CR-Z coupe is really near to production and soon will join the Insight and Civic Hybrid in the Honda hybrid lineup. The world debut of the Honda CR-Z  production vers

BUGATTI Veyron with F1 number plate

Bugatti Veyron is currently the world's most expensive car, besides that it is offered with the most expensive number plate in UK - "F1". The white Veyron will be one of the main attractions at this year’s MPH Show featuring Top Gear Live at London’s Earls Court between 5-8 November. The proud owner is Afzal Kahn, the creator of the premium tuning company - PROJECT KAHN. He is hoping that the Veyron with F1 number plate will be suitable for the new Formula One champion Jenson Button. The f

2010 Ford F-150 SVT Raptor titled as 2009 Truck of Texas

2010 Ford F-150 SVT Raptor took the title “2009 Truck of Texas”. This is the 7th consecutive award for Ford. A jury of more than 40 Texas Auto Writers Association (TAWA) members tested the F-150 SVT Raptor and named it for 2009 Truck of Texas. Ford trucks also won “Truck Line of Texas”, which is recognition for the bes

2010 Suzuki Kizashi Sedan is released

Kizashi Sedan is the newest creation from Suzuki. This premium sport sedan is targeted to people, who want luxury car at normal price. Kizashi is equipped with a 2.4-liter DOHC in-line four-cylinder engine delivering 185hp and 230Nm of torque. Usually the power is transmitted to the road through ordinary 6-speed manual gearbox, but there is an option for Kizashi to come out with automatic Continuously Variable Transmission (CVT). Suzuki Kizashi is offered with next genaration i-AWD system

2010 Jeep Patriot 4x4 awarded for Compact SUV of Texas

Jeep Patriot 4x4 is the best in its class according to Texas Auto Writers Association (TAWA). More than 40 TAWA members tested the Patriot and its rivals for two day at the annual Truck Rodeo in San Antonio. The jury watched closely for every single detail, from the interior and exterior of the SUVs to their on and

veritas rs iii roadster orders began

Veritas RS III Roadster orders began

Presented as a prototype in 2009 and already a proud winner in the category “Best Super Car 2009” at London’s Salon Prive, the Veritas RS III Roadster super sports car is finally going into series production. Well, ‘series production’ are pretty strong words for the strictly limited batch of only 30 hand-made vehicles and the 15 employees to build them. However, the lucky few honoured to ride this ultimate roadster will enjoy its amazing design and enormous performance of 373 kW (507 hp) and

2010 lotus exige scura - the dark side strikes at tokyo motor show

2010 Lotus Exige Scura - the dark side strikes at Tokyo Motor show

The ‘dark side’ of Lotus Cars is revealed. The new and limited edition - Lotus Exige Scura is named after its striking matt black and carbon fibre theme mixtured with high gloss ‘Phantom Black’ triple stripes. The new Scura (Italian for dark) will debut at the Tokyo Motor show on 21st of October. Limited to only 35 cars worldwide, the special Exige will be available for order as 2010 Lotus Exige Stealth or 2010 Lotus Exige Scura depending on t

Audi is investing €100 million in new bodyshop for Audi A3

Audi AG continues to invest large sums for facilities. After the Training Center in Neckarsulm, Germany, which will provide better repair services by improving the skills of the technicians the company is going to invest €100 million in new bodyshop for Audi A3. The construction project will start in late October. The bodyshop will encompass around 40,000 square meters. Board Member for Production Frank Dreves: “The Audi A3 is one of the most

novitec rosso edizione 747

NOVITEC ROSSO Edizione 747

Named after its enormous rated power output of 747 horsepower, not after Boeing 747, the NOVITEC ROSSO Edizione 747 marks the end of the Ferrari 430 model series production run. The Maranello’s lightweight super sports car is refined by one of the world's leading tuners of Ferrari - NOVITEC ROSSO, and its apparent. Under the bonnet of the special vehicle lies the new NOVITEC ROSSO 747 Bi-Compressor engine that boosts power output of the V8 that normally produces 510 hp / 375 kW by 237 hp / 17

Special Christmas gifts from Lamborghini

Lamborghini is announcing special Christmas collection. Typically in their own style, they rushed a little with the Christmas events, but it is useful to be prepared for the Holidays. The range of Christmas Lamborghini collection includes: limited edition giftboxed candles, ceramic baubles inspired by its Gallardo LP 550-2 Valentino Balboni and also 2010 wall and desk calendars. The range of clothing for winter season 2009/2010 completes the collection. Clothing range includes Merino Bombers, longsleeved Polos a

Kia Motors Corporation released Cadenza saloon

The luxury sedan from Kia - Cadenza will make its first debut at motor shows in the Middle East, towards the end of the year. This is the production version of VG concept car. Cadenza is designed to deliver better driving experience, good safety and own style to the customers. The strange name comes from Italian musical term, which is used to describe an elaborate, ornamental flourish for a concerto or aria. Obviously, Kia didn't picked the perfect name for their executive saloon. At first glance, Kia Cadenza i

Lotus Evora - Performance Car of the Year 2009

There were 30 cars at the competition for Performance Car of the Year 2009. Among the competitors were Ferrari, Lamborghini, Porsche and many other very well known marques. Darren Turner, who is champion from Le Mans Series put the car through test drive on different roads in Britain and objective testing at the Rockingham Motor Speedway, where the cars showed their maximum performance qualities. Lotus Evora is a mid-engined  2+2 seater sports coupe. It is powered by 3.5 litre V6 developing 280ps and 342Nm of