16 August 2011, 07:38 PM
2012 Smart ForTwo Electric Drive gives unique zero-emission driving pleasure. What is more, the small city car will soon be available worldwide and that’s not everything. The EV will come along with its new ebike. Great idea, in case you ran out of electricity, which happens very often with these vehicles.
The new ForTwo ED is powered by a 55kW (75PS) electric motor, which gives top speed of 120 km/h (75 mph) and 0 to 100 km/h in around 13 seconds. The Li-ion battery pack has a capacity of 17.6 kWh, which means
16 August 2011, 05:31 PM
2012 Honda Fit comes with redesigned exterior, some interior upgrades and a lot of extras.
The exterior includes a new front bumper, a new grille, darkened headlights and an interesting finish for the alloy wheels, which replaces the normal paint finish.
The interior boasts dark metallic dashboard elements, new chrome accents and of course console-mounted center beverage holders, because this is “the most” important in the car.
2012 Fit is available with two new colors - Blue Raspberry
16 August 2011, 03:15 PM
BMW will offer even better options for the exclusive X5 and X6 models. The big vehicles can be ordered with new exterior colours and an expanded choice of light alloy wheels. Both models will be available as Exclusive Edition models.
Both will hit the market this fall as the BMW X5 xDrive30d will also be available with BMW BluePerformance technology meeting the EURO 6 regulations. It averages 7.4 liters per 100km and 195 g/km of CO2.
The latest additions to the range of optional equipment
16 August 2011, 01:19 PM
A super tuned version of Skoda Octavia vRS has crossed the 200 mph barrier at the Bonneville Speed Week (13-20). The car achieved an impressive 195.69 mph on its first run of the day and on the sixth, it made 202.15 mph.
Driven by journalist Richard Meaden, the Octavia had demonstrated its potential on Sunday (14 August) as it powered its way to 191 mph securing all four speed licenses required before heading to the magical 200 mph barrier.
“Months of rigorous planning, testing and preparation have all been
16 August 2011, 12:28 PM
Hyundai has announced its new superefficient 2012 i20 Blue. This is the second car in sub-100g/km CO2 model range. After the i10 Blue, i20 Blue boasts 98g/km of CO2 and it is the lowest emitting vehicle in Hyundai UK’s product line-up.
The i20 Blue is based on the model with Comfort trim level powered by a 1.4 liter CRDi delivering 90PS. The model has several Blue Drive technologies including Intelligent Stop & Go (ISG), low rolling resistance tyres, rear suspension under cover and rear w
15 August 2011, 05:35 PM
Senner Tuning has announced its tuning program for the Q5.
Senner Audi Q5 is finished in red and brown metallic. The vehicle also comes with a black NSW radiator grill, roof edging, rear bumper that is lacquered to match the colour of the car and gas exhaustion pipes in the left and in the right.
The performance is more than satisfying - 213PS (157 kW) and 445Nm (330 lb-ft) of torque from the 2.0 litre four-cylinder TDI engine. The results are thanks to a CAI, sport exhaust system and an E
15 August 2011, 04:15 PM
Lotus will exhibit the Exige Matte Black Final Edition at the 2011 Pebble Beach Concours d'Elegance. The car is developed specially for the US market and only 25 units will be produced.
Lotus Exige Matte Black Final Edition features matte black paint, extra equipment and Alcantara sport bucket seats.
It is powered by a 1.8 liter turbocharged petrol engine with 260PS (191 kW) and 236Nm (174 lb-ft) of torque at 6000RPM. The engine is mated to a 6-speed manual gearbox and as you may suggest t
15 August 2011, 02:04 PM
Project Kahn has released unique tuning package for Range Rover Sport. The project name is Vesuvius edition Sport 300 and it comes with staggering exterior.
Project Kahn Range Rover Vesuvius Edition Sport 300 boasts black metallic paint with orange roof, front hood, side skirts and front lip. The colours match perfe
15 August 2011, 12:55 PM
Jeep Wrangler received a new tuning package, but this time from Project Kahn. The tuning company puts some style and fashion on rough vehicles like this pure off-roader.
The upgrades include a targa roof, new headlights and side lights. The exterior is completed by big 18” or 20” rims in special design. So, the main character of the vehicle remains the same.
The interior boasts red dials and red quilted perforated leather. Project Kahn Wrangler is much cozier with the new upholstery.
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15 August 2011, 11:20 AM
KIA will hit the market with the new 2012 Picanto 3-door joining the line-up for the first time since the model appeared in 2004. The small city car will also come with several new trim levels, and CO2 emissions from 99g/km - VED and Congestion Charge exempt.
Still, both 5-door and 3-door versions are identical in order to ensure the same levels of interior space and crash safety. However, the new 3-door model boasts bigger grille, restyled front bumper with large black-bezelled foglamps with
12 August 2011, 07:42 PM
BMW has released a nice video of the amazing Vision ConnectedDrive.
The vehicle concentrates on communication, infotainment and safety. It is a two-seater roadster with aggressive lines and a flat sporting and dynamic silhouette. There are some transparent surfaces providing a cool light show.
Vision ConnectedDrive resembles a Vision EfficientDynamics roadster and features a wide grille, huge air intakes, a frameless windscreen and a transparent area in the hood.
The interior is split into two main section
12 August 2011, 05:53 PM
Mercedes will hit the market with the CLC Shooting Brake. The vehicle is inspired by the Mercedes-Benz Shooting Brake Concept and is set to make its official debut in 2012.
The car will compete against the beautiful Audi A5 Sportback and the upcoming BMW 3-Series GT. Nothing is mentioned about the price, but the new
