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BMW Group receives seven accolades at the red dot award 2009

A total of seven accolades for high design quality in the field of product development will be bestowed on the BMW Group at the presentation of the 2009 red dot awards . The internationally renowned label goes to the new BMW 7 Series, the new BMW Z4 as well as to the motorcycle models BMW K 1300 S and BMW K 1300 R. Moreover, the leather suits Sport and Atlantis from the BMW Motorrad biker collection as well as the new BMW Cruise Bike will receive

The new Opel Insignia – refined by Irmscher

The Opel Insignia is the company’s new flagship model. Insignia came onto the market on 22.11.2008 featuring a new name and the latest technical developments as well as boasting a level of equipment that set new standards in its class. Irmscher has been Opel’s partner within the sporty refined vehicles domain for 40 years and now proudly presents an extensive range of items for individualisation of the new Opel – the “Car of the Year 2009”. The frontal appearance is accentuated by the striking Irmscher front spo

World Exclusive: Kahn Cosworth 300 Sport

Project Kahn is due to launch of the groundbreaking Kahn Cosworth Sport 300 in your country. In a globalised world, nothing is more important than companies extending their potential and nothing exemplifies this better than our heritage and history. Project Kahn has a great deal to be proud of and it is right that we celebrate it. A Kahn Design is committed to fostering and developing prestige vehicles and recognising the truly remarkable achievements of the past. Cosworth, a globally recognised British brand

Toyota Produces One-Millionth Vehicle In Turkey

Toyota has produced its one millionth vehicle in Turkey, a milestone that coincides with the start of production for the new third generation Toyota Verso. The Adapazari-based Toyota Motor Manufacturing Turkey (TMMT) plant has produced over 430,000 Verso models since 2004 and plans to manufacture 55,000 units of the new model in its first full year of sales. Launched at the 2009 Geneva Motor Show, new Verso is a no-compromise MPV that offers more space, comfort and practicality, and benefits from the latest occup

Asbestos Still Used in Some Auto Parts

Owning your own vehicle is part of the American dream and is filled with contentment and rewards. But it also brings about many additional responsibilities. It is regarded as a ìproblem of the past,î but many car owners are unaware that asbestos still remains a concern in the automotive world. For the greater part of the 20th century, asbestos was utilized by car manufacturers in brake pads, linings and gaskets. Asbestos seemed to be the obvious choice for car manufacturers due to its flame r

Cadillac CTS Adds WiFi System

Cadillac will offer wireless internet access for its best-selling model, adding a new dimension to the passenger experience. Cadillac Wi-Fi by Autonet Mobile comes to the CTS Sport Sedan in April, giving passengers full internet access in and around the car via their laptop or WiFi device. The launch of Cadillac WiFi by Autonet Mobile will begin with live demonstrations at the New York International Auto Show April 10-19. “Consumers today are frequently searching for WiFi access wherever t

Caparo reveals new T1 Race Extreme

Caparo T1, the fastest performance supercar from Caparo Vehicle Technologies, is now available in its new Race Extreme version. The vehicle, aimed specifically at the high end of the track day market, boasts the car’s utmost race specification and is set to deliver the ultimate driving experience. Inspired in its design and performance by Formula One, the Caparo T1 has a distinctive pedigree which has once again been enhanced by the introduction of the new Race Extreme specification. The high

Scion To Reveal Concept Car At 2009 New York International Auto Show

Scion will unveil a micro-subcompact concept car at the 2009 New York International Auto Show. The concept reflects Scion’s youthful image and represents a new segment for the brand aimed toward the growing urbanization trend. The Scion press conference will take place on Wednesday, April 8 at 12:05 p.m. EDT in the Galleria on level four in the Javits Convention Center. Production versions of the xB urban utility vehicle, tC sports coupe an

New Ford Fiesta Wins International Design Award

The all-new Fiesta is one of the most stylish cars in the world." That is the verdict of 28 leading designers and design experts from 19 countries who have awarded the eye-catching Ford model a prestigious 'red dot' award for international product design. The design professionals, who make up the award jury, said the Fiesta's design was "innovative and dynamic". The  red dot design awards are presented annually by Germany's Essen-based Design Zentrum Nordrhein Westfalen, and it's one of the world's largest desi

Tesla Model S Update

Tesla will unveil its Model S prototype sedan March 26 at the Tesla design studio inside the SpaceX rocket factory, in Hawthorne, Calif. This is going to be a historic event for car enthusiasts; the Model S will likely be the world's first mass-produced, highway-capable EV when it rolls off the assembly line in late 2011. The Model S will have an anticipated base price of $57,400. After a federal tax credit of $7,500, the effective price will be $49,900. Because of tax incentives and relativ

Ford Looks Forward to 45th Anniversary of Mustang

A number of pony cars have galloped in and out of the American automotive scene throughout the past four and a half decades, but none have enjoyed the lasting appeal of Mustang. And none have inspired the same degree of passion among car owners. On Friday, April 17, 2009, Ford and the Mustang Club of America will commemorate the 45th anniversary of an American icon – the Ford Mustang – with a four-day celebration in Birmingham, Ala. During the four weeks leading up to the Mustang’s 45th anniversary, Ford will