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2012 audi q3 revealed ahead of shanghai

2012 Audi Q3 revealed ahead of Shanghai

Audi has fully unleashed the official details on its highly anticipated 2012 Audi Q3 compact SUV ahead of its public premiere at the Auto Shanghai 2011. Representing a small premium SUV with urban yet robust character, the 2012 Audi Q3 showcases classic Audi vision - coupe-like design and sporty lines, blended with distinctive, extraordinary-shaped LED lighting technology. Boasting a total weight of less than 1,500 kilograms, the soon-to-be-premiered compact SUV has a safe and solid passen

2011 volkswagen amarok

2011 Volkswagen Amarok

2011 Volkswagen Amarok achieves ratings of 7E and 8E and it also is in some of the lowest insurance groups. The pick-up introduces a more efficient 2.0 litre diesel, which offers better efficiency, more power and low fuel consumption. VW Amarok has the lowest CO2 emission in its segment – 199 g/km. The engine is 2.0 litre TDI with 122PS and 340Nm at just 1750RPM, while the more powerful bi-turbo model with 163PS and 400Nm at 1750RPM has emissions figure of 209 g/km of CO2. All models come wit

geigercars chevrolet camaro ss hp 564

GeigerCars Chevrolet Camaro SS HP 564

GeigerCars has just released a special, 564 horsepower version of the iconic American muscle ride - Chevrolet Camaro SS dubbed GeigerCars Chevrolet Camaro Super Sport HP 564. The extraordinary Camaro's output figure is achieved by mounting its stock 6.2-liters V8 (LS3) engine with compressor, optimized engine software and a special stainless steel sport exhaust unit. Thanks to these skilful improvements, the GeigerCars Camaro SS conversion is able to sprint from zero to 100 km/h for only 4.2

2011 ford ranger wildtrak

2011 Ford Ranger Wildtrak

Ford has introduced the new Ranger pick-up truck. The vehicle will be launched in Europe later in 2011. The Range has been developed to combine the model’s traditional strength and durability. Furthermore, it has increased loading capability, better performance and fuel consumption. Finally, 2011 Ranger features enhanced comfort and safety, smarter technology and a brutal new look. 2011 Ford Ranger Wildtrak will be produced in South Africa, Argentina and Thailand. However, it will be offered

subaru to debut 2012 impreza at ny auto show

Subaru to debut 2012 Impreza at NY Auto Show

Subaru has officially confirmed that an all-new, 2012 Subaru Impreza is coming at the upcoming New York International Auto Show. To emphasize even more the innovative nature of the new ride, Subaru chose to unleash the 2012 Impreza at its news conference via 3-D video. The news conference will take place on April 20 at the floor of the Jacob Javits Convention Center in New York City. Besides the 3-D news conference, Subaru will also stream the live unveiling of its 2012 Impreza 4-door and 5-door models at Sub

ford transit supersportvan

Ford Transit SuperSportVan

At the NEC Commercial Vehicle Show, Ford of Britain has displayed an extraordinary, one-off Ford Transit SuperSportVan (SSV). Representing the latest evolution of Ford’s iconic SportVan bloodline, the unique Ford Transit SuperSportVan is based upon the short wheelbase Transit 260 model, but instead of using its stock 140 horsepower 2.2-liters TDCi diesel engine, it houses a much more powerful 3.2-liters five-cylinder, 200 horsepower Duratorq TDCi engine, which is normally found in bigger Tran

peugeot at auto shanghai 2011

Peugeot at Auto Shanghai 2011

Peugeot has officially confirmed that at the display of the upcoming Auto Shanghai 2011 (19 – 28 April) a specially-prepared, Chinese version of its sleek Peugeot 508 and a 100 per cent designed in China, cutting edge concept ride are about to celebrate its debuts. The 2011 Peugeot 508 for the Chinese market comes month and a half after the launch of its European counterpart, and is aimed at strengthen even more the French automaker’s sales volume in China. After its premiere, the all-new

mercedes s 350 bluetec eco start/stop

Mercedes S 350 BlueTEC ECO start/stop

Mercedes has exclusively announced that its 2010-premiered Mercedes-Benz S 350 BlueTEC now packs an ECO start/stop function as standard. Housing a V6 diesel plant that delivers the strong output of 258 horsepower (190 kW) and 620 Nm of peak torque, the S 350 BlueTEC now benefits the addition of an ECO start/stop function, which in combination with its state-of-the-art AdBlue exhaust treatment drops the combined fuel consumption of the ride to 6.2 liters of diesel per 100 kilometers, estimatin

wheelsandmore mercedes cls63 amg

Wheelsandmore Mercedes CLS63 AMG

Wheelsandmore, the German specialists renowned for its staggering wheel designs has just released an incredible tuning program for the recently premiered 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLS63 AMG type 218 executive vehicle. Visually, the Mercedes CLS63 AMG benefits the tuner’s all-new, staggering, 6Sporz three-part forged alloys in 20-inch, fitted with high-performance Dunlop Sportmaxx in the dimensions 255/30/20 at the front and 305/25/20 at the rear axle. Besides the sleek exterior improvement, the W

hyundai 1.6l t-gdi - 211ps and 265nm

Hyundai 1.6L T-GDI - 211PS and 265Nm

Hyundai will put the new 1.6 litre T-GDI turbo petrol engine in the 2012 Veloster and later it will also appear in the upcoming 2013 Hyundai ix30 and next-generation Kia ceed. The turbocharger will significantly improve the performance and the response of the engine. The turbocharger also increases efficiency at low engine speeds, which lowers emissions and improves the fuel consumption. The 1.6 litre turbocharged four-cylinder engine generates 211PS (155 kW) at 6000RPM and 265Nm (195 lb-f

dmc lamborghini aventador lp700-4

DMC Lamborghini Aventador LP700-4

The German tuning company DMC is already working on a styling package for the new Lamborghini Aventador LP700-4. The car was unveiled at the 2011 Geneva Motor Show just before a month. Aventador LP700-4 looks amazing and its aerodynamics allow speeds in excess of 350 km/h, still it can be imrpoved and DMC is working on that. The styling package of the tuned consists of a carbon fiber front lip, side splitters and aerodynamic side skirts. DMC is currently accepting pre-orders, but there

2011 kia pro cee’d 4

2011 Kia pro Cee’d 4

KIA has revealed the new 2011 pro Ceed 4, which is the successor of the existing pro Ceed 3. The facelift will include the Schreyer grille and a new more powerful 1.6 litre diesel with 126BHP. The acceleration from 0 to 60 mph is in 10 seconds and the top speed – 196 km/h (122 mph). 2011 Kia pro Ceed 4 has 17” alloys, black bezel headlights and privacy glass to help create the sporty exterior appearance.  The interior boasts ull black leather upholstery combined with front heated seats and a