24 September 2008, 09:59 AM
It is only a few months since the 500 Abarth was launched, but there is no stopping Abarth & C. S.p.A. as they bring several more new products to the Paris Motor Show. The major new developments include a world preview of the “esseesse” kit for the 500 Abarth, the Assetto Corse Abarth and a new collection of technical equipment produced in partnership with Basic Net (owner of the prestigious Kappa, Robe di Kappa, Superga and K-way brands).
In particular, the spotlight will be on the “esseesse” kit for the 50
24 September 2008, 09:43 AM
With all the talk about alternative powertrain vehicles on the roads, many forget that Chrysler leads the industry with the most zero-emission electric vehicles. Chrysler subsidiary GEM, or Global Electric Motorcars, in the last decade has put 38,000 electric neighborhood vehicles on the roads.
Now GEM has a new name – GreenEcoMobility – and new styling to lead its expansion into the next decade. The new name signifies the company’s goal of redefining environmentally friendly vehicles.
The
23 September 2008, 04:48 PM
The Mercedes-Benz special-protection unit marks its 80th anniversary with the launch of the new S 600 Pullman Guard state limousine
Mercedes-Benz is proud to present a prestigious new luxury limousine for use by government leaders, captains of industry and royalty – the S 600 Pullman Guard with integrated Highest Protection. The latest in a long and unique tradition of large, armoured, prestige limousines from the world's oldest automaker, this model also marks a special anniversary for the Stuttgart-based firm: 8
23 September 2008, 01:11 PM
Optimised aerodynamics in perfect quality ”Form follows function“ – in this spirit, HAMANN perfectly co-ordinates the individual components of the aerodynamics kit with each other. The result is an impressive styling with an optimised airflow over the car silhouette and an additional output for increased bend speed.
The bow of the Aston Martin can be optionally equipped with a spoiler lip for the original front or enhanced with an entire fron
23 September 2008, 11:03 AM
Maximum efficiency in the luxury class, supreme dynamics in the hybrid segment – precisely these are the unique standards offered and combined with one another by the BMW Concept 7 Series ActiveHybrid.
Introducing this Concept Car based on the new BMW 7 Series, BMW is clearly demonstrating the potential offered by the most advanced hybrid technology available today. The BMW Concept 7 Series ActiveHybrid comes with hybrid components tailored precisely to the character of this unique saloon,
23 September 2008, 09:37 AM
Concentrated power and optimised dynamic efficiency
HARTGE has given the world's first inline six-cylinder engine with twin turbo-chargers and a second generation direct-injection system a power boast of 44 hp - and that at the same time as maintaining its extremely good fuel consumption of only 9.2 litres per 100 kilometres (EU combined).
HARTGE not only offers an additional ECU, which transforms the 3-litre engine of the compact BMW 135i Coupe into a powerhouse generating a massive 257 kW (3
23 September 2008, 09:08 AM
Audi is introducing its new sporty top models in the midsize class – the S4 and the S4 Avant. Their engine, a three-liter V6 with direct fuel injection and mechanical turbocharging, delivers a powerful 245 kW (333 hp). It accelerates the S4 to 100 km/h (62.14 mph) in just 5.1 seconds, but on average only uses 9.7 liters of fuel per 100 km (24.25 US mpg). The quattro permanent all-wheel drive system transfers its power to the road in style, which is then converted by the sport suspension into dyn
22 September 2008, 02:02 PM
Considered to be the joining link between the SUV RR600 and the GT LM, the GRUPPO B is characterized by the new V8 Chevrolet, modified according to our specifications, foreseeing as the leading model a 7.0 litre version with 600hp and an supercharged version of more than 700hp. The mechanical engineering is such as to optimize sports ability/utility with lightening bolt acceleration but in all security due to the AWD. Street tires, short wheelbase, less height from the ground, lower weight, and
22 September 2008, 01:42 PM
It will be introduced at the 2008 International Paris Motor Show, a Lancia Ypsilon VERSUS show car produced with the Versace Group brand that will also dress the models on the stand with garments chosen to suit the expressive motifs of the exhibition space. All this confirms the strong bond between Lancia and the world of Fashion. Together with Design and Cinema, Fashion is one of the brand's languages of reference, as is borne out by the choice
20 September 2008, 09:10 AM
Toyota’s revolutionary new iQ is to provide the inspiration for the finest new design talent. In a ground breaking partnership with the Royal College of Art, launched last night during the London Design Festival, Toyota is set to promote innovative design for urban living, using its new premium city car as a template for excellence.
The ambition of the partnership is not just to inspire new thinking and achievement in design, but to reach across a wide spectrum of disciplines to produce ideas
19 September 2008, 02:45 PM
The Land Rover Discovery 3, one of the most decorated 4x4s ever, scooped yet another accolade today, having been voted the Best Used 4x4 by What Car? Magazine.
The award takes into account the price, performance, availability, desirability and reliability for the sector for which, the Discovery 3 came out on top, beating the two runners-up, the Nissan X-Trail and Kia Sorento.
"The Discovery’s credentials are impeccable. Designed and built by the most famous 4x4 company in the world it's ex
19 September 2008, 01:11 PM
Not one, nor two nor even three major debuts is good enough for Chevrolet – the 2008 Paris Motor Show will see four brand new cars sharing the limelight as the company proves its commitment to growing its sales in Europe.
The production version of the Volt, unveiled as part of GM’s centenary celebrations on September 16, is the latest all-new model to join the Paris show line-up, which also includes the all-new Cruze saloon, Orlando Show Car a
