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Bentley Motors Unique Parts and Accessories Sales Fair Announced

One of the motor industry’s hidden treasure troves will be opened for the first time in 26-27 September when Bentley Motors holds a one-off parts and accessories sales fair. The famous Crewe-based manufacturer will be offering professional traders and owners of both Bentley and Crewe-built Rolls-Royce cars, as well as enthusiasts of these iconic British marques, the opportunity to purchase anything from a V8 engine block or replacement gearbox ri

Golf VI GTI by MR Car Design

MR Car Design (APP base NRW) from Erftstadt  is known for premium improvement, exclusive looking and serious converted cars according to customer requests. Concerning  the driving performances the generation VI from Wolfsburg has what it takes to the Power Golf of the GTI class: After a software improvement from MR Car Design for 949,00 Euro the sprint from zero to 100 km/h can be done in 5,8 sec. including Downpipe from MR Car Design. Helpful is the new electronic called XDS, which is supposed

Tesla Roadster financed by Bank of America

Tesla Motors announces Roadster financing in the United States by Bank of America, thus significantly expanding the number of customers who can experience the all-electric Roadster. Bank of America financing makes the Tesla Roadster much more affordable. For example, a customer approved for a 5-year financing term on a base Roadster could put down as little as $20,000 before taxes and net of the US federal tax credit. The monthly payment would be approximately $1,700 at a 5 percent annual percentage rate (APR).

Lexus IS 250C adds heat to convertible market with sharp pricing

Lexus IS 250C will come to market with three model grades, starting at a sharp $79,900* for the Prestige model. The Sports and Sports Luxury models will retail for $84,900* and $99,900* respectively. Lexus Australia Chief Executive John Roca said that IS 250C is a welcome addition to the Lexus range. "The luxury convertible market is highly competitive and IS 250C brings a new look and approach to the segment, one that we believe will resonate

SEAT Ibiza launch events honoured with three prizes

Last year’s successful launch of the new SEAT Ibiza was very prominent at the 2009 Premios Eventoplus gala, which took place last week in Madrid. SEAT’s different Ibiza events won three awards out of the four categories they were nominated in -- Best Product Presentation, Best Decoration and Best Promotional Event.

The First Honda Factory Chopper Destined for UK

For many years the chopper motorcycle has summed-up a particular breed and passion of two-wheeled cool. Many are home-built machines - some made to quite basic specifications. But with the VT1300CX you can have all the presence and pose of a chopper, but with the reassurance of Honda’s enviable style and build quality. The VT1300CX is a whole new breed of cruiser, showing Honda’s wild side and playing on the popular chopper genre. The machine is powered by a 1312cc 52-degree fuel-injected V-twin found in the pop

Fiat Qubo to get eco:Drive fuel saving technology

The versatile Qubo mini-MPV is the latest in Fiat’s range to benefit from eco:Drive, the in-car system that can save fuel and reduce emissions. eco:Drive, which allows drivers to download a record of their driving style from car to computer with a USB memory stick, and learn how to reduce their impact on the environment, is already available on other Fiat cars, including 500, 500C, Grande Punto and Bravo. Launched by Fiat in 2008, the free-of-charge, award-winning system helps motorists understand the impact of

Christian Audigier signs the edo LP710 in Berlin

The opening of the BREAD & BUTTER – trade show for selected brands – and its return to Berlin was celebrated by 3,500 international exhibitors and trade visitors on July 1st, 2009 at the packed Columbia hall. Leading brands such as Ed Hardy and Christian Audigier were present with exhibition displays. The cream of the crop of the fashion scene were in attendance, providing an appropriate setting for the edo competition LP710 Limited Edition, which was displayed at the Ed Hardy stand, framed with gold glitter.

The New Kia cee’d - First images revealed

Kia Motors has today released the first pictures of new cee’d, revealing a much improved and updated look including the new ‘family face’ of the brand. This mid-life change unusually includes sheet metal changes to the bonnet plus alterations to the bumper, grille and light clusters.There have been some enhancements to the interior too in terms of specification and design including a more intuitive centre console and upgraded audio system including Bluetooth connectivity. Paul Philpott, Managing Director Kia Mot

New Dual Injector System from Nissan

Nissan Motor Co., Ltd. today announced the development of a Dual Injector system designed to improve fuel efficiency in small-displacement gasoline engines. The new fuel delivery system, the first of its kind in the world*1, uses an injector for each port rather than one per cylinder - speeding up fuel vaporization, reducing the amount of unburned fuel and reducing hydrocarbon emissions. Nissan will introduce the new system in production vehicles starting early in fiscal 2010. While most curr

2010 Nissan 370Z Roadster U.S. Pricing Announced

Nissan North America, Inc. announced pricing for the all-new 2010 Nissan 370Z™ Roadster, which goes on sale in September at Nissan retailers nationwide.  The 2010 Nissan 370Z Roadster is offered in four models. The Manufacturer’s Suggested Retail Prices* (MSRP) start at $36,970 USD for the 370Z Roadster 6MT and $38,270 USD for the 370Z Roadster 7AT. Also offered are two Touring models, which add a 6CD Bose® audio system, XM® Satellite Radio (XM® subscription required, sold separately), Bluetooth® Hands-free Phone S

The Peugeot 308 RCZ

In September 2007, at the Frankfurt Motor Show, Peugeot unveiled a concept car which was the talk of the show: the 308 RCZ. The exceptional levels of interest expressed at the show convinced Peugeot that they had to turn this concept car into a commercial reality. However, in doing so, the transformation from dream to reality would require real determination, daring and a lot of inventiveness. Peugeot’s stylists and engineers worked together to ensure that the final production vehicle was ful