From mid November 2009 the new smart fortwo electric drive will roll off the production line at the smart factory in Hambach, France. Unlike its predecessor, the electrically driven smart fortwo of the second generation is fitted with an innovative and highly efficient lithium-ion battery. It is housed in a space-savin
Revolutionary design, advanced technology, segment-leading features and benchmark safety, this few words describes roughly the all-new Matiz Creative global mini-car developed by GM Daewoo. The new Daewoo Matiz Creative will go on sale from the start of September in approximately 150 markets around the world including Europe, Asia and North America. The new Matiz Creative delivers great performance and fuel economy thanks to the newly developed S-TEC II engine – a 4-cylinder, 16-valve
The 2010 Honda Accord lineup receives new features on certain models with an expanded application of Bluetooth® HandsFreeLink® to vehicles equipped with leather seating surfaces (previously exclusive to navigation-equipped models) and new rear seat ventilation ducts on Accord Sedan EX and EX-L models for more-direct rear passenger airflow. Subtle modifications include graphically optimized climate control buttons and the addition of a trunk roof lining on Accord EX models. "The Honda Acco
2010 Infiniti M performance luxury sedan pricing just got announced from the brand’s headquarters. The 2010 Infiniti’s luxury sedan is available in a choice of refined V8 and V6 engines and in rear-wheel drive and all-wheel drive configurations. Infiniti brand is also offering a selection of three packages: premium, technology and sport – in order to meet the buyers individual needs in the best way. The Manufacturer’s Suggested Retail Price for the 2010 Infiniti M: M35 - $45,800 M35x AW
Mitsubishi Motors Deutschland, the German distributor for Mitsubishi vehicles is providing 2 new-generation electric vehicles i-MiEV to Fraport AG, the owner of the Frankfurt Airport. Frankfurt Airport is the 3rd largest airport in Europe and the largest in Germany, it operates around 3000 vehicles and plans to inco
Everybody knows that Volkswagen are one of the brands with the most richest heritage of iconic people carriers and campervans. Today, the German brand has revealed the first details of their new Volkswagen Caravelle people carrier and California campervan which will make their world debut at the Frankfurt Motor Show next month. The enhancements to the latest generation of these models offers the latest technology, comfort and safety features,
ASI proudly announces the culmination of our first major project outside of the Bentley Continental series: the ASI Ferrari F430 body kit and performance line-up. Applying expert Japanese technical analysis, careful testing and a truly imaginative and spirited design is not only our business, it’s our passion. Thoroughly tested both around the city and around the track, we are confident that we are releasing what will quickly become the tuning world’s most important Ferrari F430 body kit. Comprised of fro
The German specialists from the premium Mercedes-Benz tuner Carlsson are offering us new and fast styling programme for the new E-class Coupe. The new styling programme improves the sporty and individual appearance of the Mercedes Coupe by adding a lowering kit and a 19 or 20-inch light alloy wheels. The Carlsson sport lowering kit (approx. 30 mm FA / RA) is available from 239 Euro (plus VAT), and for the alloys Carlsson are offering us a chance to choose from the design - 1/5 REVO in 20-inch from 3969 Euro (plu
Ford Motor Company announced today that it has developed an intelligent vehicle-to-grid communications and control system for its plug-in hybrid electric vehicles that “talks” directly with the nation’s electric grid. This new technology – which builds on Ford’s advancements such as SYNC®, SmartGauge™ with EcoGuide
The five-passenger Honda Ridgeline pickup holds a unique place in the half-ton truck segment, utilizing a closed-box, unit-body architecture to deliver high levels of capability and comfortable ride performance rare for a pickup truck. The Ridgeline offers a wide range of conventional pickup capabilities with a maximum tow rating of 5,000 pounds and a half-ton payload rating, all while offering unique features like a large In-Bed Trunk™ and an independent front and rear suspension. "The Ho
„The Most Sporting Road-Going 911” – under that title we find the latest addition to the Porsche’s 911 range. Named 911 GT3 RS the new Porsche delivers even more engine power, offers lower weight and features shorter transmission ratios as well as body and suspension elements upgraded to an even higher standard. The 911 GT3 RS engine is based on the one featured in the 911 GT3, but displaces 3.8 instead of 3.6 litres, delivering even more power and revving up even faster and more dynamically.
Leon Cupra R is the name of the latest and most powerful model in the SEAT’s range. The new Leon Cupra R is going to be unveiled at the forthcoming Frankfurt Motor Show. The new Leon is offering a power output which matches the title-winning SEAT Leon TDI World Touring Car. With brutally powerful 265 PS 2.0 TSI tur
