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Mercedes-AMG Team Shows First Details for 2016 C63 Coupe

2016 Mercedes-AMG C63 Coupe 2015 DTM season is about to reach its climax in September. And for the final events racers and brands have decided to show their hidden weapons. For example, Mercedes-AMG DTM Team are giving details for the upcoming 2016 campaign.

At this point, the most important thing that is going on in the Mercedes camp is the design adaptation to the 2016 Merdeces-AMG C 63 DTM. Now, the dynamic looking vehicle received some style changes and exterior tweaks, along with numerous drivetrain system upgrades. So, let’s see what is going on here.

The 2016 DTM vehicle car which will be deployed by the Mercedes-AMG DTM team follows the proven and successful strategy that ensured numerous successful races for the brand. For example, the AMG Mercedes C-Class with secured 85 victories in 159 races. Nice, huh?

2016 Mercedes-AMG C63 Coupe

Now the DTM vehicle offers completely restyled front splitter, wider and more muscular stance, thanks to the wide fenders and the large rear wing. The machine also comes with aerodynamic side panels and special 18-inch wheels with especially made tires.

And of course, as any other self-respected modern brand, Mercedes made the best out of the offerings of the modern world: along with the numerous carbon-fiber elements incorporated in the hood, doors, panels and wings, the vehicle offers and hi-tech gadgets and systems to along with the numerous carbon-fiber elements incorporated in the hood, doors, panels and wings, the vehicle offers and hi-tech gadgets and systems to along with the numerous carbon-fiber elements incorporated in the hood, doors, panels and wings, the vehicle offers and hi-tech gadgets and systems to improve the overall performance. And as we talk about performance, let us remind you what are the specs of the beast: the sports car comes with a minimum weight of 1,120 kg and it is geared with a 4.0-liter engine which delivers 490 hp (360 kW) at 7,500 rpm and has a torque of 500 Nm (369 lb-ft).

Machine’s tests will begin this winter and the Mercedes team hopes that it will continue the successful affair of its predecessors. We also hope so.

Source: Mercedes-Benz

September 4, 2015

2016 Audi A3 Hybrid Is the Game-Changer Element in Brand’s History [VIDEO]

2016 Audi A3 Hybrid The launch of Audi A3 Sportback e-tron plug-in hybrid this fall is maybe one of the most important moments in the history of Audi. With that said, Audi has lightened another important moment: when Bob Dylan plugged his electric guitar at the 1965 Newport Folk Festival.

In the special 2:43-minute video on YouTube, Audi pays homage to that model when the rock icon Dylan changed the folk and rock music forever. And Audi of America sponsored the 2015 Newport Folk Festival that occured in July at Newport R.I.

The event and Audi’s participation is of course a large marketing campaign for the well-known car manufacturer. Audi now wants to introduce the American buying public to the brand’s first electrified vehicle offered in US.

As the video demonstrates, as Dylan plugged his guitar and started playing, some of the Newport crowd booed the game-changing idea. In fact, the festival founders interviewed for the video said that they recognized that technology as a force to be reckoned with.

2016 Audi A3 Hybrid

And as Colin Meloy said in the video, Newport suddenly changed its appearance and attitude forever. And all the rock and folk fans out there know what happened next. The electric shift led the whole music industry to a completely new level. The pop and rock music definitely got bolder and more interesting as almost all performers switched to electric guitar music.

And in fact, the video concludes with some shots of the Audi A3 e-tron. So, go ahead and watch it.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lT9sQwddcnQ

Source: Audi

September 3, 2015

2015 Citroen Cactus M Concept Offers Adventures and Positive Emotions

2015 Citroen Cactus M Concept A special Citroën concept vehicle, inspired by Méhari, will be demonstrated at 2015 Frankfurt International Motor Show. The car is named Cactus M Concept and tells a story of well-being, freedom and wild. So, are these stories just stories or the latest Citroën Concept can really relate to?

Exterior

So, let’s check what is going on here. First of all, the Cactus M has that interesting appearance and clearly expresses its family ties with the Citroën Aircross concept vehicle. As you can see, the wings are sculpted around the wheel arches which gives that massive and aggressive stance. And along the sides, the large plastic doors contribute to the overall light weight an also give that distinctive look. And what is also interesting is the cabin. It is completely open and passengers can access the seats by climbing over the sides, using the especially made steps. It sounds at least interesting. Going in your vehicle via stairs. Cool.

2015 Citroen Cactus M Concept

Interior

The cabin illustrates an interesting approach, using materials and components inspired by open-air activities. The whole style just reminds of numerous sorts of adventures, the cabin can also be hosed down thanks to the drainage outlets integrated in the foot wells. The seats, on the other hand, are inspired by the world of surfing. They are especially designed to resemble the wetsuits and are covered with a colorful neoprene waterproof fabric. It all looks like this vehicle is created for comfort and extreme experiences at the same time. Cool, isn’t it.

2015 Citroen Cactus M Concept

Flexibility

It also looks like the Citroën Cactus M Concept is created to go through all kinds of challenges and road conditions. On all types of terrain, the Grip Control function optimizes traction for assured and smooth drive. Furthermore, the cabin is created in such a way that it can be turned into a couchette and a roof that can be made into a tent. How cool is that? In fact, the roof is made of a special material that ensures anyone will remain dry in case it is raining cats and dogs outside. And of course, the Concept features numerous technologies and hi-tech gadgets which ensure pleasurable drive. Some of them include central Touch Drive interface and Easy Push gearbox system.

So, it all looks like the Cactus M concept is a modern vehicle, created with modern approach. It offers comfort and pleasure of driving and of course promises numerous pleasurable experiences.

Source: Citroen

September 3, 2015

2015 Citroen C4 Saloon Will Conquer the Chinese Roads

2015 Citroen C4 Saloon Citroën is ready to present the latest C4 saloon model to the Chinese public and will make it at the 2015 Chengdu Motor Show, held from 4 to 13 September. The model is set for launch at the end of this year and it is planned to replace the C-Quatre in the “three-box” C-segment. Furthermore, the new C4 saloon is a further asset in Citroën’s sales following the successful launch of the C3-XR SUV.

To be precise, Citroën team will unveil an interesting vehicle, especially restyled to fit the needs of the Chinese market. The vehicle is 4.55m long and is positioned in the core three-box saloon C-segment, placed between the C-C-Elysée and the C4 L. The launch of the model will ensure optimal coverage in the Chinese market and it is expected that it will gain vast popularity due to the popularity of the C-middle segment saloon models accounted for 60% of passenger car sales in 2014. In fact, the C-segment in general represents more than one out of two passenger vehicles sold.

2015 Citroen C4 Saloon

Beautiful, spacious and cozy, the C4 saloon has a lot to offer in terms of performance, technology and safety. The fresh vehicle now comes with a 130 hp (95 kW) 3-cylinder petrol engine, paired to either manual or automatic transmission. There are also numerous hi-tech technologies incorporated as a standard equipment: touch screen, hands free access and start and blind sport monitoring system.

So, it looks sweet, promises comfortable ride and has numerous interesting features. Now we wonder what would the Chinese customers say about it.

Source: Citroen

September 3, 2015

Volvo XC90 Scored Incredible Results at the 2015 Euro NCAP Tests

Volvo XC90 managed to reach the maximum of five stars and achieved top ratings in the 2015 Euro NCAP tests. The well-known brand with its latest XC90 model which comes with standard City Safety technology stood out as the first car from any manufacturer and any other mode to reach the full points in the Euro NCAP Autonomous Emergency Braking Car to Car rear-end tests (AEB City & AEB Interurban).

Furthermore, the XC90 model marked and one hundred per cent in the Safety Assist category and it is even the first model to achieve maximum score in the two Autonomous Emergency Braking tests AEB City & AEB Interurban. The latest Volvo model has gone through numerous complex tests and experiments to deliver that advanced level of pedestrian protection and functionality. Surely the Swedish carmaker continues its domination when it comes to safety and innovative ideas.

Furthermore, Volvo Car’s long held Vision 2020 the Swedish manufacturer now focuses on the idea to deliver vehicles in which no one will be killed or seriously injured by the year 2020. And with the latest XC90 and its astonishing marks and safety stats this idea does not look that far or that unrealistic. After all, we are dealing with the notorious Swedish desire for quality and perfection.

Source: Volvo

September 2, 2015

2015 Bugatti Vision Gran Turismo Concept is Here and it is Real!

2015 Bugatti Vision Gran Turismo Concept Bugatti fans and gamers now have one more reason to look forward to the 66th International Motor Show (IAA) in Frankfurt. Especially for this show, Bugatti team has transformed a what was just a mere idea to a mind-twisting reality. Now the brand will present its virtual concept Bugatti Vision Gran Turismo which was developed in cooperation with Polyphony Digital Inc. This whole project is a big tribute to the great racing tradition of the 1920s and 1930s and all the victories in Le Mans 24-hour races.

The designers and engineers have transferred the most important characteristics of Bugatti’s design into the virtual sports vehicle. As you can see, the Bugatti Vision Gran Turismo has all these well-known Bugatti lines and recognizable symbols. For example, the vehicle comes with the famous horse shoe on the front grille. It is further flanked by the eight-eyed stylish headlights which were especially developed for the Gran Turismo model.

2015 Bugatti Vision Gran Turismo Concept

Another typical Bugatti element is the centre fin, which originated on the notorious Type 57 Atlantic from 1936. Now the designers come up with two versions: one on the front and rear wings and one running the length of the roof, where it makes an important contribution the vehicle’s dynamic stability.

In fact, there is one more interesting detail. This is the NACA roof air intaker which has not only stylish shape but also gives that critical contribution to the control of the aerodynamics. How cool is that? The vehicle also has a strong trailing edge which provides longitudinal-dynamic stability, and contributes to the overall performance.

Bugatti Vision Gran Turismo will be displayed from 17 to 27 September 2015 at the Bugatti exhibit in hall 3.0 of the IAA

2015 Bugatti Vision Gran Turismo Concept

Source: Bugatti

September 2, 2015

2016 Aston Martiin James Bond Edition Is Finally Here!

2016 Aston Martin DB9 GT James Bond Limited Edition Aston Martin is not only known for its superior vehicles, but also for supporting world’s most famous spy, who is indeed James Bond. And for one more time the luxury British brand offers something incredible under the name of DB9 GT Bond Edition.

This masterpiece, limited to only 150 units, is especially crafted to blend the best of DB9 and the excellence of Aston Martin’s craftsmen. And building on this foundation, the Bond Edition vehicle comes with even greater levels of excellence and exclusivity of the additional trim that is especially designed to celebrate brand’s 50th anniversary of companionship with the well-known film franchise.

Exterior

The DB9 GT Bond Edition comes with incredible features as for the inside and the outside. First of all, the machine is distinguished in a special Spectre Silver paint and includes the special badges and of course the “007 Bond Edition” exterior badge.

Furthermore, the bold appearance is enhanced with unique ten-spoke gloss black diamond turned 20-inch alloy wheels and aluminum bonnet vents, side strakes and grille. And of course, there are numerous carbon-fiber elements.

Interior

2016 Aston Martin DB9 GT James Bond Limited Edition

The inside of the DB9 GT Bond Edition continues the stylish exterior affair with unique components and styling. The cabin features the 007 logo and the gun barrel embroidery on the rear seats, and a special Bond Edition start-up screen on the AMi II touch-sensitive Aston Martin infotainment system. Furthermore the cabin is geared with fluted leather and Alcantara-wrapped steering wheel and satin carbon fiber centre console.

Drivetrain system

Aston Martin DB9 GT Bond Edition is powered by 6.0-liter V12 unit that generates a total of 547 hp (303 kW) at 6750 rpm and 650 Nm of torque at 5500 rpm. Nice. Furthermore, the all-alloy, quad overhead camshaft is mounted to a Touchtronic II six-speed transmission with electronic shift-by-wire control system. This engine-transmission configuration allows the vehicle to go through 0 to 100 km/h (62 mph) for 4.5 seconds and to chase a maximum speed of 329 km/h (183 mph). Further features are the all-round independent double wishbone suspension and the three-stage Adaptive Damping System (ADS).

Additional accessories

The DB9 GT Bond Edition also includes a suite of elegant Bond-themed accessories to complete the elegant story of luxury and style. For example, there is a special Omega Seamaster Aqua Terra 150m James Bond Limited Edition watch with a special Aston Martin strap. How cool is that?

The new DB9 GT Bond Edition is available to order in markets around the world from today, priced at $252,110.

2016 Aston Martin DB9 GT James Bond Limited Edition

Source: Aston Martin

September 2, 2015

PEUGEOT FRACTAL And Its Challenges Towards the Future

2015 PEUGEOT FRACTAL Peugeot i-Cockpit, first demonstrated on the SR1 concept car in 2010, has already won more than 1.8 million customers. And now with its innovative ergonomics the cockpit offers and even better experience. So, let’s see what is going on here.

PEUGEOT FRACTAL is a special electronic urban coupé that reveals the innovative PEUGEOT design and sets new benchmark for visuals, style and overall looks. And now with the compact steering wheel (wheel?!) and the touch screen

PEUGEOT FRACTAL demonstrates the next level of auditory perception and driving experience.

2015 PEUGEOT FRACTAL

PEUGEOT FRACTAL also features a sound signature, especially created by the well-known sound designer Amon Tobin, which plays when the driver opens the doors via the smartwatch remote system. And we all know what follows: an incredible driving experience and a wealth of sensory exploration. Cool.

Furthermore, the PEUGEOT i-Cockpit comes and with numerous appealing offerings for flexible and smooth driving experience. First of all, the FRACTAL comes with numerous possibilities and enhancement options for the cockpit and secondly, the car can further be upgraded in order to meet requirements of every single customer and driver. How cool is that?

This is definitely a special car. So special that we all think it is a part of a sci-fi movie or novel. However, we also like the fact that we live in an age when we can witness the creation of the future itself.

2015 PEUGEOT FRACTAL

Source: Peugeot

September 1, 2015

2016 Seat Ibiza Cupra Comes With Bold Visuals And Sporty Character

2016 Seat Ibiza Cupra 2016 Ibiza CUPRA showcases the essence of what SEAT has to offer to its customers: bold design, incredible performance and next-gen technological features. The compact, but yet flexible CUPRA is believed to be the best compact sporty car. And maybe it is. The vehicle is geared with a 1.8-Liter TSI powerplant, which offers a top speed of 235 km/h (130 mph) and ends the 0-100 km/h (62 mph) run in 6.7 seconds. And along with the impressive performance stats, the 2016 CUPRA also offers and some comfortable interior styling. The cabin creates a feeling of high-quality and comfort and offers some of the latest technological features. The vehicle is geared with SEAT Full Link, SEAT DriveApp and SEAT ConnectApp systems. But if we have to be honest, we must agree that SEAT has left little room for improvement the interior. After all Ibiza models have always been nicely equipped.

2016 Seat Ibiza Cupra

You may remember that the first generation of Ibiza CUPRA reached the roads back in 1996 and since then CUPRA models have become a core element for the whole brand. And now the 2016 CUPRA continues the affair with its offerings. 192 hp/141 kW, electronic differential lock, high-performance brakes, CUPRA Drive Profile with adjustable damping and extensive equipment with innovative features.

2016 Seat Ibiza Cupra

So, what do you think of the 2016 Ibiza CUPRA?

Source: Seat

September 1, 2015

2016 Renault Mégane Renaultsport 275 Cup-S And Its Offerings

2016 Renault Mégane Renaultsport 275 Cup-S Hot hatch fans now can enjoy the multi-award-winning, high-performance Megane Renaultsport which comes with the introduction of the 275 Cup-S. The vehicle not only bring some additional features but is also offered with more appealing price. But this is not all. The Renaultsport lineup also offers and the 275 Nav. This model replaces the 265 and adds 10 hp more. How cool is that?

In fact, both of the Megane Renaultsport models are geared with the same 2.0-Liter 275 hp (202 kW) turbocharged petrol powerplant. As you might remember, this is the same engine that helped the 275 Trophy-R shatter the lap record for a front-wheel-drive production car around the 13-mile Nürburgring Nordschleife with a time of 7 minutes 54.36 seconds back in June 2014. This is what I call a badass engine.

The Mégane Renaultsport 275 Cup-S

As in every other sport vehicle the Renaultsport comes with a special engine. In normal mode it develops a total of 250 hp at 5,5000 rpm for comfortable and smooth everyday drive, but with the Renaultsport Dynamic Management system the vehicle produces additional 10 hp and a total of 360 Nm of torque. And with the slick-shifting six-speed manual transmission you are ready to rule over the streets. With responsibility I hope.

2016 Renault Mégane Renaultsport 275 Cup-S

Futhermore, the vehicle goes from 0 to 100 km/h (62 mph) in 6.0 seconds and has a top speed of 284 km/h (158 mph). And there are also good news for the eco-fans out there. This engine meets all EU6 restrictions and with the start/stop system it has NEDC of 37.7mpg and CO2 emission of 174g/km.

The 275 Cup-S also comes with the proven Cup Chassis Pack with mechanical limited-slip differential, red Brembo four-pot brake calipers, fine-tuned springs and dampers and a stiffer anti-roll bar.

This vehicle definitely deserves our attention. Maybe it deserves and yours. So, what do you think about it?

2016 Renault Mégane Renaultsport 275 Cup-S

Source: Renault

September 1, 2015

2016 Kia cee’d Comes With Special Upgrades for a Special Celebration!

2016 Kia cee'd Kia Motors Europe has demonstrated the result of a comprehensive improvement of the well-known Kia cee’d. As you might know, this model is extremely successful and it is the foundation for the company’s expanded sales in Europe over the recent years. And now Kia offers cee’d with even more dynamics and even better performance upgrades. So, let’s see what is going on here.

Kia’s engineers have shaped cee’d’s interior and exterior in a new and original way. Now the vehicle comes with fresh looks and improved drivetrain system. Cee’d is now geared with all-new three-cylinder 1.0-Liter T-GDI powerplant and numerous safety and comfort features. These changes and upgrades are applied to all the vehicles in the lineup, including the five-door cee’d hatchback, Sportswagon and the three-door pro_cee’d.

2016 Kia cee'd

The upgrades further demonstrate and some nice style changes to the high-powered cee’d GT and pro_cee’d GT models. The already wonderfully looking vehicles will now come with even greater visual lines and shapes. How cool is that?

And the upgraded models will come with a special “GT Line” specs, offering some sporty looks and improved dynamics along with enhanced versatility and comfort. In fact, the GT Lineup specs are also available on all the three cee’d body types: five door, Sports wagon and the three-door pro_cee’d.

The goodies come just in time for a special celebration. Having started in 2006, Kia team have witnessed the 1,000,000th Kia cee’d manufactured in Europe. Definitely an occasion for celebrating and setting even higher goals.

Source: Kia

August 31, 2015

Aston Martin GT12 is Almost Here!

2015 Aston Martin GT12 Aston Martin team passionately is preparing for a busy September and urgently tries to deliver as soon as possible the sold-out GT12. The arrival of the “65” registration plate will trigger some boosted sales by the fans of the UK’s luxury vehicle brand.

With production limited to only 100 units, the Vantage GT12 Special Edition will offer everything that brand’s engineers managed to learn for some time now. The car comes with next-gen Aston Martin 6.0-Liter V12 powerplant that generates a total of 600 hp ( 441 kW). But along with this crushing power the vehicle also offers its customers and some lightweight goodies: this guy is with 100 kg lighter than the standard V12 Vantage S.

2015 Aston Martin GT12

But the engine improvements are followed by numerous more upgrades and revisions. Now the motorsport-inspired machine is lower and wider and as any other Aston Martin car, this one also comes with extensive list of high-tech components like carbon-fiber elements, track-focused aerodynamics and revised looks and capabilities.

Inspired by Aston Martin’s successful campaigns, the latest GT3-derived Vantage is especially designed and improved at the Aston Martin’s Gaydon Headquarters in Warwickshire, England. This vehicle surely has everything to deserve the Vantage name: this is an inspiring sports car which offers supreme driving experience and incredible driving performance on the track.

Source: Aston Martin

August 31, 2015

Author: Georgi Boychev

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The Mégane Renaultsport 275 Cup-S