Hyundai Motor Company’s Powertrain R&D Center at Namyang has developed a new high-performance V6 Lambda RS (Rear wheel drive Sports) engine which will see its first application in the Genesis Coupe to be launched in Korea this month. (more…)
Author: Zahari Mladenov
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Hyundai Motor Introduces New High-Performance V6 Lambda RS Engine
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Stop (& Start) Press! – Citroen C3 Picasso Showcases Second Generation Stop & Start
Citroën is to launch a second generation of its pioneering Stop & Start technology. Previewed on a striking pearlescent white and orange C3 Picasso at the Paris motor show, the new micro-hybrid system will be introduced in 2010 and will be available on a range of petrol and diesel models. (more…) -
HAMANN front spoiler 3-pieced for BMW M3 E92 Coupe & M3 E93 Cabriolet
The new HAMANN front spoiler 3-pieced For assembly on standard front bumper with spoiler edges left & right in Carbon. From now on the new HAMANN front spoiler 3-pieced can be ordered for all current BMW M3 E 92 and M3 E 93 models under the item-no.: 10 090 211. (more…) -
Audi Q7 3.0 TDI – The cleanest diesel is also ultra-efficient
The new Audi Q7 3.0 TDI with ultra low emission system is the cleanest diesel in the world, and an extremely economical form of propulsion into the bargain. This was demonstrated on the very first leg of the Audi Mileage Marathon on Monday, from New York to Washington. The best participants in this major real-life test criss-crossing the American continent achieved an average fuel consumption of an impressive 7.4 liters per 100 kilometers (31.79 US mpg). (more…) -
Toyota Explores Its Hybrid Future
Three cars that explore new frontiers for hybrid cars of the future will be unveiled by Toyota Australia at this year’s Australian International Motor Show in Sydney. (more…) -
Volvo Cars launches cooperation with Audyssey Labs
Volvo Cars is launching a cooperative venture with American audio specialists Audyssey Labs as part of the development of the next generation of audio systems for its cars. (more…) -
Ford’s Latest Safety Brakethrough – Collision Warning With Brake Support – Coming in 2009
Ford Motor Company, building on its safety and technology leadership, announced it will offer a new advanced “active” collision-avoidance technology, Collision Warning with Brake Support, on certain Ford and Lincoln vehicles next year. (more…) -
Jaguar XK – A Heritage of Legendary Performance
Paris Motor Show – Jaguar celebrate 60 years of the XK sports car by displaying two XK special editions, the XK Diamond Edition and the XKR-S, plus the iconic XK120 and the new XF. Since 1948, the XK name has graced a generation of iconic Jaguars. From the original to the current, they epitomise Jaguar’s philosophy to create ‘Beautiful, Fast Cars’ (more…) -
Reassuring vault-like door sound is the ideal for the Volvo Cars’ noise team
The Volvo V70 and S80 ranked among the ten best cars when Swedish motoring magazine Vi Bilägare tested noise levels in 35 car models. A great result for Volvo Cars’ sound and noise experts and engineers who worked closely together to improve the sound environment. (more…) -
Aston Martin Introduce Touchtronic Option to DBS
One year after making its first public appearance at the 2007 Pebble Beach Concours d’Elegance, Aston Martin have confirmed details of a number of enhancements for the company’s flagship DBS, including the introduction of a ‘Touchtronic 2’ transmission. (more…) -
ABT Scirocco – more dynamics for the sports coupe
The very first Scirocco was the absolute star amongst compact sport coupes”, reminisces Hans-Juergen Abt. The manager of the renowned car tuner is just as fascinated with the great-grandson of the Wolfsburger trend-setter: “The Scirocco looks really dynamic and the handling is very agile.” All the more so with the Kempten modifications. They really make a storm out of a desert wind: The ABT Front spoiler makes the unmistakable face of the coupe even more distinctive. Even while stationary it is clear, who the “king of the ring” or the street is, as the ABT Scirocco seems to virtually lie in ambush of the kilometres ahead of it. (more…) -
Smart Fortwo MHD is the Most Inexpensive Way of Running a Car
The smart fortwo is still Germany’s most cost-efficient car. This is the conclusion reached by experts from the prestigious market observer EurotaxSchwacke after analysing 16 vehicles in the mini car class. They confirm previous cost calculations by numerous trade magazines and the ADAC, Germany’s largest automobile club. Owners of a smart fortwo mhd save around €1,700 in running costs compared with the most expensive model in this class. (more…)