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lincoln mks, ford focus stand out at sema

Lincoln MKS, Ford Focus Stand Out At SEMA

With its sleek design and strong wheel base, the all-new 2009 Lincoln MKS is opening doors in the aftermarket for customization enthusiasts looking for a full-size sedan to make their own. To demonstrate the personalization potential of Lincoln’s new flagship sedan, Ford will shine the spotlight on three MKS project vehicles at the Specialty Equipment Market Association (SEMA) show, which will be held Nov. 4-7 in Las Vegas. “The MKS has many different facets,” said Ford designer Melvin Betancourt. “You can ho

Audi sets 2009 MY prices for the all-new TTS Coupe and TTS Roadster

Audi of America released pricing for the highest performing TT models ever brought to market – the 2009 TTS Coupe and TTS Roadster. Manufacturer’s Suggested Retail Price for the TTS Coupe will start at $45,500 and $47,500 for the TTS Roadster. “The Audi TTS Coupe and the TTS Roadster are genuine sports cars that provide remarkable driving experiences and striking design,” said Johan de Nysschen, executive vice president of Audi of America. “W

New Passat Bluemotion 2 Featuring Stop/Start Now On Sale

The most efficient, economical and environmentally friendly Passat yet produced, the new BlueMotion 2, opens for ordering this week. Building on the gains in efficiency made by the existing Passat BlueMotion, the new BlueMotion 2 features an automatic Stop/start system linked to a new 2.0-litre TDI 110 PS common rai

mercedes-benz tuner challenge at sema 2008: the glk in las vegas

Mercedes-Benz Tuner Challenge at SEMA 2008: The GLK in Las Vegas

Mercedes-Benz has created an unconventional presentation idea under the heading “Tuner Challenge”. Ahead of the equally unconventional SEMA Show in the gaming hotspot of Las Vegas, the Stuttgart company announced a competition for tuning firms. The object of desire – the compact GLK-Class. The distinctively styled automotive character with an edge seems predestined to arouse a wide range of tuning fantasies. Tuning operations were tasked with

New APR Widebody Mustang GT Kit in Development

APR now has a complete set of production parts going onto the show vehicle.  That's right, not a model, but production parts!  APR will be ready to sell the widebody kit to existing and new dealers at the SEMA Show.  The kit includes replacement front bumper, replacement front fenders, add-on side skirts, add-on rear quarter panels and replacement rear bumper.  Optional items will include a Carbon Fiber Hood and GTC-500 Mustang-spec. Rear Wing. 2005-Current Mustang GT Widebody kit specs: - 90mm wider in the fro

subaru unveils high-performance forester xti concept

Subaru Unveils High-Performance Forester XTI Concept

Subaru of America, Inc. today revealed the Forester® XTI Concept. It will be unveiled to the public at the 2008 Specialty Equipment Manufacturers Association (SEMA) Show, which runs at the Las Vegas Convention Center Nov. 4-7. The Forester XTI Concept combines the versatility of the all-new Forester 2.5XT with the all-

Subaru Creates Ultimate Off-Road Forester With SEMA Mountain Rescue Vehicle

Subaru of America, Inc. today revealed the Mountain Rescue Forester® Vehicle, built for the National Ski Patrol (NSP). It will debut at the 2008 Specialty Equipment Manufacturers Association (SEMA) Show that runs at the Las Vegas Convention Center Nov. 4-7. Working with Subaru of America, Detroit-based Specialized Vehicles built the Mountain Rescue Forester Concept as the ultimate first responder vehicle, bolstering its trail-driving capability a

Autodelta 159 J4 2.2 C debut at MPH08 Motor show

The latest, completely focused high performance sports sedan from Autodelta, the Autodelta 159 J4 2.2 C, will make its public motor show debut this evening as MPH08 opens its doors in the Earls Court Exhibition Centre, London, for four days of motoring thrills and sheer extravaganza. The Autodelta 159 J4 2.2 C made its world debut during an exclusive event held in Amsterdam in June and the MPH08 show, hosted as usual by BBC Top Gear presenters Jeremy Clarkson, Richard Hammond and James May, will be the first time t

Mazda To Exhibit MX-5 at 'Japan Car' Exhibitions in Paris and London

Mazda Motor Corporation will display the Mazda MX-5 (known as the Mazda Roadster in Japan) at the “Japan Car” exhibitions to be held in London and Paris during November 2008. Intended to showcase Japanese culture and innovative Japanese design and technology to Europe, the exhibitions will focus on Japanese car design. Seven automobile manufacturers and several famous artists will contribute to the display, which will include 14 vehicles. The ex

Improved Fuel Efficiency for Holden Commodore

GM Holden has upgraded its Alloytec V6 engine on Omega and Berlina models within the VE Commodore range. The improvement offers fuel savings (ADR 81/01) of up to 0.4 litres per 100 kilometres for petrol models and an impressive 1.3 litres per 100 kilometres for LPG variants. The upgraded all-alloy V6 engine reduces noxious tailpipe emissions* assisting petrol Commodore Omega and Berlina variants achieve the highest Green Vehicle Guide noxious emissions score possible (8.5 points out of 10), excluding electric ve

BMW iDrive: The Original Sets New Standards

Second generation of BMW's innovative control concept even more intuitive and easier to use after intense development and testing. Already featured throughout the BMW model range from the 1 to the 7 Series. Munich. Everything in view. Everything under control. Proceeding from this clear-cut principle, BMW presented the innovative iDrive control concept back in 2001, becoming the world's first car maker to offer a system allowing the user to mastermind essential vehicle, entertainment, navigation and telecommuni

lexus project car media guide for the 2008 sema show

Lexus Project Car Media Guide For The 2008 SEMA Show

Lexus marks its return to the SEMA Show with another selection of exciting project cars following its official debut at the 2007 show. This year, Lexus will feature eight project vehicles at its exhibit: • Five Axis “Project GS” luxury sport sedan • Five Axis “Project IS F” with a newly fortified engine • F-Sport-