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2012 ford focus with 1.0-liter ecoboost engine

2012 Ford Focus with 1.0-liter EcoBoost Engine

The Ford Focus with the 1.0-liter EcoBoost engine production is already being launched. The highlight here is that this model is Ford’s most fuel efficient petrol-powered vehicle. In details, the Focus 1.0-liter EcoBoost 100PS (74 kW) has the unique fuel economy of 4.8l/100km (58.9mpg); and more importantly the CO2 emissions it releases are 109g/km. In addition there is also a turbocharged direct injection engine available for the Focus in a 125PS (92 kW) version that has in turn 5l/100km (56.5mpg) with CO2 of 114g

2012 citroen berlingo multispace and citroen dispatch combi

2012 Citroen Berlingo Multispace and Citroen Dispatch Combi

Citroen Berlingo Multispace and Citroen Dispatch Combi have just received new styling and equipment upgrades. They are now even more aesthetically and economically attractive. Let’s start with the new upgrades which the new Berlingo Multispace has received. It now receives wider, more defined grille, a new chevron b

volvo s60 and volvo v60 with five star safety ratings at euro-ncap and us-ncap [video]

Volvo S60 and Volvo V60 with five star safety ratings at EURO-NCAP and US-NCAP [VIDEO]

Volvo Car Corporation achieved great success in the safety ratings with full star results on both sides of the Atlantic. First, the Volvo V60 received five stars and is named now the best car in the Large Family category in the 2011 Euro-NCAP rating. On the other side of the Atlantic, in the U.S., Volvo S60 achieved an overall five star NHTSA crash test rating as well. Obviously Volvo is keeping their promise to the customers, by offering them th

2012 citroen ds5 - price £22 400

2012 Citroen DS5 - Price £22 400

2012 Citroen DS5 is now available on the UK market. It is priced from £22 400 for the entry level Dsign e-HDi 110 Airdream EGS6 and the top-of-range model DSport Hybrid4 200 Airdream EGS6 costs £32 200. The car is inspired by the striking C-SportLounge concept car and completes the current DS line. An instantly recognisable range, the DS line appeals to both the emotional and rational decision-making process of today’s car buyer. All three models in the premium DS line offer creative design,

je design beetle

JE Design Beetle

The newest VW Beetle is funky, hip and image laden. So one might think there is no real need to further personalize. Accessory house JE Design however, thing they can push the boundaries of individualism even more. The Beetle's chassis for example has underwent JE specialty tuning by replacing the springs with ones that are more stiff so that body roll is reduced to minimum. Despite being shorter (around 30-35 millimeters) than the standard springs, no shock absorber change is needed, The JE De

hennessey mclaren tune

Hennessey McLaren Tune

“From mild to wild” goes the tagline of Hennessey Performance's latest project. It's called the HPE800 and the subject is the mighty McLaren MP4-12C. It takes courage to call the Surrey originating performance car, mild. But Hennessey seem to be determined that the MP4-12C needs more power so that is just what they have done – ramped the power up to 800 bhp. The project also sees a more flamboyant aero package to the vehicle in order to improve downforce. The Hennessey CarbonAero bodywork makes

ford b-max at geneva

Ford B-Max at Geneva

Good news for family people as Ford are planning to unveil a production-ready B-MAX at the upcoming Geneva Motor Show. It is a debut that comes exactly one year after the concept debut at the previous Geneva Show. The multipurpose vehicle will come with a sensible, clever drivetrain lineup and an even more clever design. The innovative 1.0 EcoBoost petrol unit we talked about a few days ago, will be available for the B-MAX range and so will be the Duratorq TDCi diesel plants. Sales in Europe ar

2012 f1 season - mclaren mp4-27

2012 F1 Season - McLaren MP4-27

Vodafone McLaren Mercedes has unveiled the new Mp4-27 ahead of the 2012 FIA Formula 1 World Championship. The Formula 1 car was presented at the McLaren Technology Centre. Maintaining the belief in the validity of strengthened continuity, Vodafone McLaren Mercedes is the only team in Formula 1 whose driver line-up consists of two world champions: Jenson Button and Lewis Hamilton. Between them, they have scored 22 grand prix victories for Vodafone McLaren Mercedes and are the strongest and mos

production acura ilx and revised rdx on chicago auto show

Production Acura ILX and Revised RDX on Chicago Auto Show

A ready-for-production Acura ILX will premiere at the 2012 Chicago Auto Show, along with a redesigned Acura RDX SUV. The 2013 ILX luxury compact sedan is the latest offering from Acura which emits a sleek and sporty essence. The car will be available in three distinct powertrains, including Acura's first ever hybrid.

2013 lexus gs super bowl commercial [video]

2013 Lexus GS Super Bowl Commercial [video]

Lexus will lift the veil and air their first Super Bowl Commercial commercial, called “The Beast” prior to Super Bowl XLVI on 5th of February. Stay tuned! The advertisement is long 30 seconds and features the all-new 2013 Lexus GS, which breaks free from containment (as already seen in the teaser video, launched mid January). This is an illustration that the company is moving in a new design direction. From the spot can be also concluded that more new Lexus vehicles will be revealed later this year. The all-n

suzuki g70 and suzuki swift range extender at the 82nd geneva motor show

SUZUKI G70 and Suzuki Swift Range Extender at the 82nd GENEVA MOTOR SHOW

The 82nd Geneva Motor Show is going to take place in March, where Suzuki Motor Corporation will display the G70 Concept. The concept shows new vision for a compact car, which has to be with minimised weight and elaborated dynamics. To be more precise, the G70 weighs just 730kg and has a drag coefficient at least 10 per cent lower than that of a current Suzuki ‘A’ segment model. As a result of this weight reduction and in combination of the highly

2013 toyota land cruiser at 2012 chicago auto show

2013 Toyota Land Cruiser at 2012 Chicago Auto Show

The 2013 Toyota Land Cruiser full-size sport utility vehicle (SUV) will make its first North American appearance on 8th of February at the 2012 Chicago Auto Show. The legendary vehicle has just celebrated its 60th birthday since its original launch in Japan. Since then it has remained constant in Toyota model lineup.