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Mazda equipped a freshened CX-7 with a clean diesel engine for Frankfurt

Mazda Motor Corporation will exhibit freshened CX-7 SUVs with European specifications at the 63rd Frankfurt Motor Show, which will be held from September 15 through 27, 2009. Newly added to the updated CX-7 lineup – and to be exhibited at the Frankfurt Show – is a version powered by Mazda’s MZR-CD 2.2 liter diesel engine mated to a selective catalytic reduction (SCR) system. SCR systems substantially reduce nitrous oxide (NOx) emissions, which he

speedart titan dtr 310

speedART TITAN DTR 310

speedART’s latest groundbreaking convertion comes with the noble name TITAN DTR 310. The speedART TITAN DTR 310 is based on the Porsche Cayenne Diesel, but as we can see from the pictures below, it is highly refined. For this particular Porsche modification the speedART tuners are offering us the chance to choose from a variety of available options, so that every customer can make his car more unique than ever. Engine upgrate: power kits with 280, 290 and 310 hp, torque up to 660 n

RUF - Powered Porsche Cayenne Diesel

Porsche Cayenne Diesel is the name of the latest RUF - Power affected vehicle. The Ruf Automobile specialist have developed two engine modifications for the Cayenne Diesel. The first modification increases the numbers of the Serial 3,0 l Turbo-Diesel from 176 kW (240 hp) to about 212 kW (288 hp) and the torque climbs about 60 Nm up to max. 560 Nm. The price for this conversion is 3.048 Euro plus VAT. The second modification takes the Cayenne numbers to about 228 kW (310 hp) and the max. to

Škoda Superb introduced in China as “better, than you can imagine”

Škoda Superb was ceremonially introduced on the Chinese market under the name Hao Rui. Production of Škoda Auto’s flagship in China started on June 11. The Superb had already been first introduced to the Chinese public on April 20, 2009, at the Automobile Fair in Shanghai. “China has developed into one of our most important markets within the framework of the Global Strategy of Škoda Auto. The country plays a significant role in the future dev

Hyundai's Frankfurt star named ix35

Hyundai ix35 is the name of the latest addition to the brand’s C-segment line-up. The all-new ix35 will be presented to the public at the Frankfurt Motor Show next month as a substitute for the successful Tucson. This brand-new vehicle is meant to strengthen Hyundai’s position as one of the leading brands in the European crossover sector. The ix35 represents a major step forward for Hyundai. Like the other ‘i’ models in the range, it has been conceived and engineered in Europe at the company’

GM and Koenigsegg Sign Stock Purchase Agreement for the Sale of Saab

General Motors Co. today confirmed it has signed a stock purchase agreement with Koenigsegg Group AB regarding the sale of 100% of the shares of Saab Automobile AB. The deal is expected to conclude in the next months and will then secure Saab’s future. Saab Automobile plans to exit legal reorganisation shortly. The stock purchase agreement will be subject to agreed closing conditions. Conditions to close the sale include expected funding commi

World Driving Debut for the Fisker Karma PHEV

The Fisker Karma PHEV just made its public driving debut over the weekend, 19 months after being introduced as a concept. The 403hp prototype Karma Plug-in Hybrid Electric Vehicle (PHEV) attained a speed of 100 mph without gasoline use. Behind the Karma wheel was the Fisker Automotive co-founder and COO Bernhard Koehler. California-based Fisker Automotive is developing the full size Karma sedan to be the first production PHEV.  The Karma proves fuel-efficient vehicles can generate the passion and excitement tha

peugeot's 3008 hybrid4 and rcz hybrid4 concepts at frankfurt motor show

Peugeot's 3008 HYbrid4 and RCZ HYbrid4 concepts at Frankfurt Motor Show

The Peugeot brand is going to unveil two concept cars for the first time at the Frankfurt Motor Show. The 3008 HYbrid4 (CO2 of 99g/km) and the RCZ HYbrid4 (CO2 of 95g/km) illustrates the Peugeot commitment to the environmental responsibility and the radical new technologies. The Peugeot 3008 HYbrid4 (CO2 of 99g/km) previews the production model scheduled to appear in the Spring of 2011, while with the experimental Peugeot RCZ HYbrid4 (CO2 of 9

2010 Peugeot RCZ - a brave design vision

The Peugeot RCZ is a special vehicle that marks a new chapter in the history of Peugeot. It is designed for customers who sees their cars as both, source of driving enjoyment and daily transport. The RCZ is the first Peugeot passenger car that is not marked with the traditional numbering system with a central ‘zero’ or ‘double zero’, and it offers an innovative blend of performance and environmental-friendliness. The top model of the RCZ range features an all new 1.6 litre THP engine that produces 200 bhp, and t

Volkswagen Genuine Accessories for the Passat CC

Elegant, sporty, dynamic - The accessories for the "Best of the Best" title-holder and "red dot design award" winner: The Passat CC. From aerodynamics to wheels onward to noble sill protectors: the product range offers a broad selection of design-oriented, perfectly fitting Volkswagen Genuine Accessories products. The front spoiler sets the stage for the aerodynamic accessory product range. It provides the elegant lines of the Passat CC front with a sporty note. The front spoiler design optimises the aerodynamic

VXR racing stripes offer for Vauxhall 3-door Corsa

Vauxhall is offering owners of the 3-door Corsa model the chance to spice up their lives with a fantastic deal on VXR accessories. You can now purchase racing stripes for the Vauxhall Corsa 3-door model from your local Vauxhall retailer for only £150 fully fitted and including VAT. The stripes are available in black, w

Venga is the Kia's third consecutive debut for the Frankfurt Motor Show

Venga is the name of the latest Kia premium B-segment contender, which will go on sale in Europe later this year and in the UK early in 2010. Kia Venga will debut at this years Frankfurt Motor Show and it is based on the Kia’s ‘No 3’ concept shown at Geneva in March. The Venga model is designed, engineered and manufactured in Europe, the 4,068 mm long Kia Venga features an unusually long wheelbase for its class of 2,615 mm – and a 1600 mm high