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Volvo Cars promotes passion and performance at 2008 Classic Motor Show

Red classic Volvos will grace the stand at the NEC during the UK's biggest classic motoring extravaganza. Some hot classic Volvos, all of them painted in the colour of love and energy will be under the spotlight at this year's Classic Motor Show, held at Birmingham's NEC from 14th to 16th November. An interesting array of sporty red Volvo saloon and coupes spanning five decades will be displayed on the 400 square metre stand situated in Hall

BMW introduces its new sports automatic transmission with double clutch

BMW will offer drivers of the 335i Coupé and 335i Convertible the option of a new sports automatic transmission before the end of the year. The new sports automatic transmission with double clutch, offered in addition to the standard six-speed manual, replaces the previous optional 6-speed Steptronic gearbox. The new 7-speed transmission delivers faster acceleration than the 6-speed manual, reduces fuel consumption and emissions and can be

2009 Ford F-150 unsurpassed in fuel economy, capability

America's best-selling pickup, the Ford F-Series, is raising the bar once again – this time with unsurpassed fuel efficiency on the new 2009 F-150, thanks to significant miles per gallon improvement across the entire F-150 lineup. On sale in October, the new F-150 offers fuel economy that has improved an average of

Pontiac Announces New Small Car for U.S. Market

Expanding its portfolio in the rapidly growing small car segment, Pontiac announced plans to bring the sporty, five-door hatchback G3 to U.S. showrooms early next year. When it arrives, the G3 will provide Pontiac with a total of four vehicles capable of more than 30 miles per gallon on the highway. Already successful in Canada (as the Pontiac G3 Wave) and Mexico (as a sedan model), the G3 offers an EPA estimated 27 mpg in the city and 34 mpg on the highway while providing the best shoulder and hip room in the

The Stylish New Honda City Sweeps in

The all-new Honda City will make its European debut at the Istanbul Motor Show in October. The compact sedan is a radical departure from the previous generation car, with a totally new exterior style, featuring some visual elements of the stylish Accord. The restyled exterior is joined by a new 1.4 i-VTEC engine, which gives the City significantly more power and better performance. The new engine, which is also shared with the new Jazz is fitted with Honda's acclaimed i-VTEC system, which

Saab 9-X "Air" BioHybrid Concept Redefines Convertible Design

Over 25 years after unveiling the first four-seater convertible to the world, Saab’s design classic takes on a new form in the shape of the 9-X Air concept car. Set to be revealed at the Paris Motorshow on the 2nd October 2008, the 9-X Air concept provides a tantalising glimpse of what a future convertible from Saab could look like. Featuring a unique Canopy Top, the 9-X Air breaks the mould of conventional convertibles by incorporating pro

Mazda MX-5 wins ‘best roadster’ used car award

A legend in its own lifetime, the iconic Mazda MX-5 roadster continues to deliver pure motoring thrills – as a new or used car – almost 20 years since its debut.  This week, MX-5 has overcome the challenge of numerous short-listed rivals to win its class in the ‘2008 Auto Express Used Car Honours’ in the popular weekly

BMW at the 2008 Paris Motor Show

Celebrating the world debut of the new BMW 7 Series, the first appearance of the new BMW 3 Series at a motor show, and the latest developments in the BMW EfficientDynamics automotive strategy, the world’s most successful manufacturer of premium cars is setting outstanding highlights at the 2008 Mondial de l’Automobile in Paris from 4–19 October. The new BMW 7 Series arouses new emotions in the luxury saloon segment, offering a truly unique driving experience, supreme grand touring comfort, a

Carlsson Introduces its Smart Fortwo Program

Carlsson, the highly acclaimed Mercedes-Benz tuner, is pleased to announce a comprehensive personalization programme for the second generation Smart Fortwo, the smallest car in the Daimler AG vehicle range. The highest quality in component design and manufacturing techniques transforms the popular Smart Fortwo into an even more sporty and individual runabout. All tuning starts with a set of distinctive alloy wheels. Apart from looking good, an alloy wheel should be light and strong, qualities that complemen

2009 Mercedes-Benz S 400 BlueHYBRID

The CO2 champion in the luxury class, with an efficient hybrid drive system and lithium-ion technology Mercedes-Benz is launching its first passenger car model equipped with a hybrid drive system in summer 2009 - the S 400 BlueHYBRID. The combination of a modified V6 petrol engine and a compact hybrid module makes the S 400 BlueHYBRID the world's most economical luxury saloon with a spark-ignition engine. The NEDC combined fuel consumption is a mere 7.9 litres per 100 kilometres. This make

Mazda to Exhibit Special Needs Vehicles at Int. Home Care & Rehabilitation Exhibition 2008

Mazda Motor Corporation will exhibit three special needs vehicles at the 35th International Home Care & Rehabilitation Exhibition (H.C.R.) 2008, organized by Japan’s Health and Welfare Information Association, from September 24 through 26, 2008, at the Tokyo International Exhibition Center. Mazda will display three special needs vehicles intended for the Japanese market. The AZ-Wagon i is equipped to carry wheelchairs, the MPV Second Row L

Hyundai's New U2 1.6 CRDi Achieves Best-in-Class Performance for Compact Vehicles

The Powertrain R&D Center of Hyundai Motor Company has completed development of a new, more fuel efficient and cleaner diesel engine for compact passenger vehicles (C-segment and below). Displacing 1,582cc, the U2 is an inline four cylinder engine which utilizes second generation common rail diesel injection system to deliver class-leading performance. "Our diesel engine development capabilities are truly world-class and the proof can