Lexus introduces new model improvements across the Lexus IS range at Frankfurt Motor Show. Adding a limited slip differential to the ultra-high performance IS F was something, which Lexus should do since they launched the IS F, but better late than never. The new differential mounted in IS F is Torsen type LSD capab
Live at the Frankfurt Motor show, Ferrari unveiled the brand new 458 Italia. Looking even better in person, the 8-cylinder two-seater berlinetta with a mid-rear mounted engine is a milestone in Maranello’s manufacture of high-performance sports cars. The Ferrari 458 Italia’s technological innovations inspired directly from the race track, and Michael Schumacher’s contribution right from the early stages of the project speaks for a vehicle ready to fulfil the expectations and ambitions of even the most passionate cl
Kumho is one of the leaders on the market. It is a brand with traditions and virtues in making tyres. Now they will exhibit their new technology – laser etching process. It is set to transform the way the company designs its tread patterns. Mass production tread patterns can be a compromise – part functional and part aesthetic. In the future, Kumho plans to design its treads in two stages. The functional requirement, free of compromise, will be moulded in the normal way. Any additional attributes or design featu
The most powerful and fastest-accelerating Golf ever produced – the Golf R – has been unveiled at the Frankfurt Motor Show. Developed by Volkswagen Individual, the special projects wing of Volkswagen, and following on from the Mk IV and Mk V Golf R32 models, the Golf R is equipped with a 2.0-litre TSI four-cylinder engine developing 270 PS and four-wheel drive. Not only is the new engine 35 kg lighter and 20 PS more powerful than the 3.2-litr
MINI Roadster Concept: fresh ideas for an intense driving experience. MINI evokes new fascination and a wonderful new experience time and again. For each model in the range offers unique opportunities to enjoy supreme driving pleasure and unmistakable style. Now the MINI Roadster Concept once again sets a new trend for individual mobility borne out by the brand. A purist vehicle concept, elegant design and fascinating, sporting driving characteristics all come together in this unique car to o
The hand made purist sports car brand Wiesmann unveiled its brand new and strictly limited Wiesmann Roadster MF5 with 507 HP and a 5 litre V10 BMW engine. The new classic design vehicle delivers a top speed of 310 km/h and exceptionally low power-to-weight ratio of only 2.7 kg/hp. The completion of the classic sprint from standstill to 100 km/h takes only 3.9 seconds. The exclusive open-air experience of the Wiesmann’s brand new Roadster MF5 will only be available to a select few because the
Aston Martin Rapide Concept was revealed in 2006 at Detroit Auto Show. Now in 2009 the final version of Rapide is revealed at IAA Frankfurt. This is one of the most awaited cars of 2009. The three most important for Aston Martin things are available in the Rapide – Power, Beauty and Soul. A hand-built 6.0-litre V12 engine is taking care for the “Power” by producing 470bhp and 600N/m of torque. The gearbox is six-speed Touchtronic 2 automatic, which allows the driver to change gears automatically or manually v
Audi brand presents its pure electric star – the e-tron at the Frankfurt Motor show. Audi e-tron is electric driven by four motors (two at the front and two at the rear wheels), which makes this particular concept a true quattro. With its clean and subtle design, the e-tron no doubt belongs in the major leagues of sports cars. But not only the design speaks sports, the new electric driven quattro produces 230 kW (313 hp) and 4,500 Nm (3,319.03 lb-ft) of torque, the zero to 100 km/h (0 – 62mph) c
Most of the cars released from VAG become hit on the market very fast. Because of their reliability, cheap price and nice exterior and interior. Hopefully the E-UP will be a successful, too. The small car is powered by an electric motor developing up to 81 PS and 154 lbs ft of torque. With this characteristics the E
The new Saleen 435S is based on 2010 Ford Mustang. This is the first car launched under new ownership. It is targeted to a clients, who seek high adrenaline and driving pleasure at affordable price. The power unit is 4.6 liter SOHC V8 engine with 3 valves per cylinder equipped with twin-screw supercharger cooled by
Obviously the hard work in Renault brought some results. They stunned the visitors at the opening of IAA Frankfurt by showing four different electric concepts. The smallest of the vehicles is Twizy Z.E. Concept. It is a ultra-compact 1+1 seater with zero emissions city car. The electric motor develops 20hp and it is
REVOLTe is inspired by the legendary 2CV. The new concept takes all key features of Citroen’s classic 2CV and in the same makes them better. The new REVOLTe is more luxurious, more intelligent and more sport orientated. REVOLTe measures just 3.68m long, 1.73m wide and 1.35m tall. It is a typical compact city car wit
