16 February 2012, 06:09 PM
Chrysler has introduced the new special edition Ypsilon Black&Red to the UK market. The styling modifications will attract new and different customers to the model range and also to the Chrysler brand, which has just been relaunched in the UK.
“We’re delighted to be launching this new addition to the popular Ypsilon line-up,” said Nigel Land, brand director, Jeep Chrysler UK.
“With additional equipment worth more than £3000 packed into a car that starts from just £12,750, we believe Bl
16 February 2012, 05:55 PM
Porsche has announced that they will put in production a new sports car in the SUV segment. It is called Macan, which is derived from the Indonesian word for tiger. The vehicle combines power, fascination and dynamics – core characteristics of this new all-terrain car.
“The Macan combines all sports car characteristics with the benefits of an SUV and is a genuine Porsche”, commented Bernhard Maier, Executive Vice President Sales and Marketing of Porsche AG.
“The name of a new Porsche has t
16 February 2012, 12:32 PM
Hyundai Motor America has just announced the starting price for their completely refreshed version of Azera model. Namely, it is $32 000 for the extremely well-equipped Azera and $36 000 for the range-topping Azera with Technology Package. The new 2012 Hyundai Azera features as a standard: Gasoline Direct Injection (GDI) engine technology, best-in-class combined fuel economy of 23 miles per gallon, 293 horsepower (215 kW), Blue Link telematics system, proximity key with push-button start, heated
16 February 2012, 12:08 PM
The new 2012 Fiat 500 was named “Best Car” in the eighth annual “Travel + Leisure Design Awards”. To be more precise, the 2012 Travel + Leisure Design Awards award new products, buildings and destinations that improve the travel experience through thoughtful design. The jury of the Design Awards appraised 2012 Fiat 500 for its effortless combination of compact practicality with a real sense of style, speed, and fun. In addition, the vehicle will
16 February 2012, 12:04 PM
Mazda Motor Corporation has just announced the launch of the all-new Mazda CX-5 Crossover SUV in all dealerships in Japan. The CX-5 is going to become a core model in the Mazda lineup. In addition, the all-new CX-5 is the first model to adopt Mazda's breakthrough SKYACTIV TECHNOLOGY. It will also include gasoline and diesel engines, transmissions, body and chassis, offering a predictable and refined driving experience combined with great fuel economy. A lot of attention is put on design, dynamic performance, functi
16 February 2012, 12:30 AM
It has been 3 years since the RS4 got off Audi's production line but today we can indulge ourselves once again in the roar of a V8, shelled by a familiar body – It's the new Audi RS4. The resurrection kicks off with an Avant version which is here to show it's rivalries what's what.
The RS4 is back with a bang as it gets the powertrain usually found in the RS5 Coupe – a hand-built 4.1 liter plant, producing 450 PS at 8,250 rpm and 430 Nm of torque from 4,000 to 6,000 rpm. In true RS tradition, t
16 February 2012, 12:16 AM
To say that a Jaguar lacks the successful formula of blending luxury with engineering perfection, would be a mistake. However one could say that the XK and XKR can do even better. That is why now we have the XK and XKR Special Edition models (coming in Coupe or Convertible setups). The focus here is mainly the interior with added a hand-crafted 'Artisan' design.
Let's talk leather - 'scraffito' finished front seats, instrument binnacle, door and rear quarter casings. All the while two new venee
16 February 2012, 12:01 AM
If you want something really exclusive, Prindiville Design might have the solution – the Limited Edition Land Rover Defender. There are only 25 units available worldwide and all have been assembled by hand. Performance has been tweaked by Defender specialists, Alive Tuning.
Prindiville began with a standard Defender 90 Hard Top and, being proficient coachbuilders, completely overhauled the exterior and interior. Enhancements to the suspension, braking system, cooling, and engine on the other ha
15 February 2012, 07:39 PM
The new 2012 GS range is already available on the UK market. It starts at £32 995 for the entry-level GS 250 SE and goes up to whopping £44 995 for the Luxury model - full hybrid GS 450h.
The engine range includes a 2.5-litre V6 Dual VVT-i petrol with 206PS (154 kW) and a 3.5 litre V6 hybrid with overall power 340PS (253 kW).
The standard equipment includes 17” alloy wheels, automatic bi-xenon headlamps and windscreen wipers, LED daytime running lights and a rear-view camera with parking g
15 February 2012, 06:28 PM
ASMA Design has announced their latest project based on the hypercar – Lamborghini Aventador LP700-4.
The superfast car is powered by a 6.5 liter V12 with 700PS (515 kW) and 690Nm (509 lb-ft). It is mated to a 7-speed ISR gearbox specially supplied by Graziano Trasmissioni Group. It shifts in just 50 milliseconds, which guarantees perfect performance.
The kerb weight is just 1575 kg (3 472 lbs), thanks to a carbon fiber-reinforced polymer (CFRP) monocoque structure with total weight of on
15 February 2012, 03:31 PM
Dragtimesinfo has released a new video with two interesting drag battles.
The first one is between a mighty 1968 Chevrolet C-10 powered by huge V8 with 10.0 liters of displacement and 850PS (625 kW) and Porsche 911 Turbo Mk.2 tuned by Rinspeed with 530PS (390 kW). The run covers 1 mile and both cars hit speeds of around 250 km/h (155 mph). Which is best? Check out in the video below.
The C-10 takes part in the second run, too, but this time
15 February 2012, 01:24 PM
There no other muscle car like Detroit muscle one. A modern and brand new incarnation of one of the greatest muscle cars of all time Chevrolet Camaro is going to reach the dealerships in the U.S. and UK. The prices for the Coupe start at £34 995 and for the soft-top Convertible model start at £39 995. In the new Camaro are featured all of the attributes that made the original muscle cars famous. That automatically means – great performance, stunning looks and incredible value for money. An additional model, next t
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