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citroen tubik concept

Citroen Tubik Concept

Citroеn will present a brand new, highly innovative concept vehicle at this year’s Frankfurt Motor Show.  Called Tubik, this eye-catching model is a high-tech executive shuttle based on one key idea - travel should be fun. Building on Citroеn’s Multicity project - an online portal and route finder, currently live in France, which covers all available means of transport (car, train, plane, etc.) - Tubik takes mobility solutions to the next level.  Featuring the very best of Citroеn’s ‘Créative

eterniti hemera - the world’s first super-suv

Eterniti Hemera - The World’s First Super-SUV

Eterniti is an independent, boutique British luxury carmaker, uniquely based in London. The company aims to satisfy a growing demand for additional luxury, personalised specifications and exclusivity among car buyers, particularly in major cities and global wealth centres. The company’s first car will reflect this. The Hemera will be the world’s first Super-SUV, providing new levels of luxury, space and performance in an SUV to create a new niche. It will feature a limousine-like rear cabin, including twin recli

subaru xv [teaser]

Subaru XV [Teaser]

The Subaru XV was developed under the concept of “Urban Adventure” as a new type of crossover vehicle featuring a sporty and casual design. The XV projects the unique value Subaru aims to bring to the C-segment crossover market. With overall proportions conveying a sense of stylishness and lightness, the XV design also displays the confident presence of a crossover vehicle. Its superior drive performance and fuel efficiency are warranted by the Subaru’s next generation power unit and Subaru core

brabus vs g-power

Brabus vs G-Power

Brabus was founded back in 1977 and specializes in tuning for prestigious vehicles from Mercedes-Benz, Smart and Maybach. The tuning company is famous with the performance upgrades offered for the most powerful Mercedes’ engines. Furthermore, Brabus offers entire aerodynamics packages for almost every available model as well as a number of interior modifications. G-Power was founded 6 years later than Brabus. The specialists from G-Power specializes in tuning BMW cars. The tuning company beca

2012 jeep wrangler call of duty mw3 special edition

2012 Jeep Wrangler Call of Duty MW3 Special Edition

2012 Jeep Wrangler Call of Duty: MW3 Special Edition is dedicated to one of the most interesting 1st person shooting games. The vehicle will actually take a part in the video game Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 3, which will hit the market in November. "The Jeep brand's partnership with Activision allows us to combine

bmw laser headlights

BMW Laser Headlights

Laser light is the successor of the successful LED headlights. BMW is developing a new laser headlights, which will be more efficient and effective. In the field of exterior vehicle lights, BMW also leads the way for example with full LED headlamps for the BMW 6 Series and with new developments such as the "Anti-dazzle High- Beam Assistant", as well as with "Dynamic Light Spot". A further advantage of laser lighting technology, and one which the BMW engineers intend to use to full effect,

96 g/km* for the 2012 honda insight

96 g/km* for the 2012 Honda Insight

The launch of the 2012 Honda Insight at Frankfurt Motor Show (IAA) 2011 in September reaffirms Honda's commitment to reducing CO2 emissions. The 2012 Insight is now even more environmentally friendly producing just 96 g/km* of CO2.  Fuel economy and emissions have been improved by means of enhanced aerodynamics and powertrain efficiency. Reduced engine  friction , Continuous Variable Transmission (CVT) and better air conditioning, benefiting from a new cold storage system, all contribute to 

audi a2 concept

Audi A2 Concept

With the electric-only powertrain of the A2 concept, Audi is offering another peek into the future of electric mobility at the 64th International Motor Show (IAA) in Frankfurt. The technical study features a classic, premium-standard space concept that offers plenty of room for four people. The Audi A2 concept is just 3.80 meters (12.47 ft) long, 1.69 meters (5.54 ft) wide and 1.49 meters (4.89 ft) high; even so, it makes an elegant, powerful and sporty impression on the street. Its clean app

volkswagen nils concept

Volkswagen NILS Concept

NILS, a single-seat electric concept vehicle that offers a glimpse of a new form of minimalist mobility, has been unveiled ahead of its public debut at the Frankfurt Motor Show later this month.  This concept car – which features an aluminium space frame, wing doors and free-standing wheels – has the dynamic performance of a sports car, yet travels silently, and with zero emissions. The NILS project is supported by the German Federal Ministry of Transport, Building and Urban Development, and

smart forvision concept

Smart Forvision Concept

Smart Forvision concept is an interesting project accomplished with the help of BASF. The joint concept vehicle presented at the 2011 International Motor Show in Frankfurt combines a futuristic design with technologies relating to energy efficiency, lightweight design and temperature management. The extremely lightweight design features sophisticated plastics used on the wheel of a volume car. The use of such materials enables a weight saving of more than 50% to be achieved compared with stee

alpina b6 bi-turbo convetible

Alpina B6 Bi-Turbo Convetible

Alpina B6 Bi-Turbo Convertible is on its way. The vehicle is based on open-top 6-Series with 4.4 liter twin-turbo V8. The stylish convertible received both styling and performance upgrades.The engine is boosted to staggering 507PS (373 kW) at 5500RPM and 700Nm (516 lb-ft) at 3000RPM. This is an improvement of 100PS and 100Nm over the stock 650i Convertible. 0 to 100 km/h in 4.8 seconds and a top speed of 311 km/h (193 mph). Still, the engine is not thirsty at all – 10.9 liters per 100 km on comb

abt 2012 audi rs3

ABT 2012 Audi RS3

ABT Sportsline has announced a special tuning program for the hot hatch – Audi RS3. The tuned vehicle is powered by a 2.5 liter five-cylinder turbocharged petrol engine with 470PS (346 kW) and 630Nm, instead of 340PS (250 kW) and 450Nm. The results are thanks to a new ABT turbocharger and a modified motor management. However, the tuning company offers slightly less powerful version – 420PS (309 kW) for a lot less money. Furthermore, you can order the 2-pipe stainless steel ABT exhaust s