Automobiles Review

Author: Zahari Mladenov

  • Buick Envision SUV Concept

    Buick Envision SUV concept vehicle just made its first public appearance today at the Auto Shanghai 2011. (more…)

  • 2012 Mazda CX-5

    Mazda has officially revealed that its upcoming compact crossover SUV, the 2012 Mazda CX-5, will be completely derived from the recently premiered Mazda MINAGI concept car, which will be displayed again at the New York International Auto Show that opens on 20 April 2011. (more…)

  • speedART TITAN EVO XL600

    speedART TITAN-EVO-XL 600 is the Stuttgart-based specialist’s latest SUV conversion, which is based upon the recently launched Porsche Cayenne Turbo 958 yet utilizes upgrades in almost every term, including aerodynamics, performance, sound, suspension and interior. (more…)

  • Opel Insignia OPC Unlimited

    Opel has just released an extraordinary, ‘Unlimited’ version of its range-topping Opel Insignia OPC model, which fully reveals the ride’s undoubted potential showcasing maximum speeds of up to 270 km/h (sedan, with manual transmission). (more…)

  • GEMBALLA MISTRALE at Top Marques 2011

    At the now running 2011 Top Marques Monaco luxury fair, Gemballa, the renowned tuner of Porsche rides has publicly presented its latest masterpiece creations – the GEMBALLA TORNADO, based on the Porsche Cayenne (958) and the GEMBALLA MISTRALE based on the Porsche Panamera (970). (more…)

  • 2012 Fiat 500 Cabrio US premiere

    Chrysler Group has exclusively announced that at next week’s starting 2011 New York International Auto Show another addition to the Fiat’s US line-up will be publicly introduced, the 2012 Fiat 500 Cabrio. (more…)

  • 2012 Chevrolet Sonic Z-Spec

    After the premiere of the Chevrolet Sonic Z-Spec Concept at the North American International Auto Show earlier that year, Chevrolet is now demonstrating the first series Z-Spec accessorized 2012 Sonic rides, which are scheduled for market launch this fall. (more…)

  • GTA Spano at Top Marques 2011

    At this year’s eight edition of Top Marques Monaco, the exclusive top car show, GTA Motor has displayed once again its extraordinary GTA Spano supercar. (more…)

  • 2012 Volvo S80, V70 and XC70

    2012 Volvo S80 interiorVolvo has just announced upgraded, 2012 model year versions of its Volvo V70, XC70 and S80 models, which now include number of new, high-tech features aimed at satisfying even the most exacting and fastidious buyers.

    One of the highlights among the newly added features is the Volvo’s user-friendly Sensus infotainment system, which not only offers drivers safer and more comfortable driving experience, but also refined drivelines with higher performance and lower fuel consumption.

    Stefan Jacoby, Volvo Cars‘ President and CEO, shares: “These cars mark yet another step forward in our determination to be the brand that best interprets what buyers of modern prestige cars want. Concern for the individual’s well-being is the very core of our Scandinavian origin. On this basis we create a logical, intuitive and ergonomically optimised driver’s environment that promotes a feeling of relaxed control.”

    For the new, 2012 model year, Volvo has also fitted the Volvo V70, XC70 and S80 with higher performance versions of the five-cylinder D5 and D3 turbodiesel power plants, showcasing an increase from 205 hp/420 Nm to 215 hp and 440 Nm in the D5 unit. Fitted with a manual gearbox, a Volvo S80 D5 estimates an incredible fuel consumption of just 4.9-liters/100 km (Combined), corresponding to 129 g of CO2 per kilometer.

    A Pedestrian Detection with Full Auto Brake, an adaptive cruise control and City Safety system are also new on the three Volvo models.

    Cosmetic improvements on the 2012 Volvo V70, XC70 and S80 include:

    • New body colours Biarritz Blue (V70 and S80) and Twilight Bronze (XC70)
    • Redesigned headlamps. Active Xenon lights are optional
    • LED turn indicators integrated into the door mirrors (V70 and S80)
    • Two new wheel designs for the V70 and S80 and one for the XC70
    • Inside the passenger compartment there are two new highlight colours for the upholstery: Sangiovese Red (V70 and S80) and Blond (V70, XC70 and S80)
    • In addition there is a new three-spoke steering wheel, enhanced decor inlays and redesigned interior lighting
    2012 Volvo S80
    2012 Volvo S80
    2012 Volvo S80
    2012 Volvo S80
    2012 Volvo V70
    2012 Volvo V70
    2012 Volvo XC70
    2012 Volvo XC70

    Source: Volvo

  • MINI INSPIRED BY GOODWOOD

    At the display of Auto Shanghai 2011, MINI is about to celebrate the world premiere of a specially styled, ultra-premium packed MINI Cooper dubbed MINI INSPIRED BY GOODWOOD. (more…)

  • 2012 Chevrolet Camaro 45th Anniversary Special Edition

    2012 Chevrolet Camaro 45th Anniversary Special Edition represents a celebration masterpiece styled exclusively to mark the renowned American muscle ride’s 45th birthday. (more…)

  • PFA Creativ Nissan 370Z

    PFA Creativ has released a modest enhancing program for the Nissan 370Z roadster, which adds the Japanese sports car with both greater aerodynamics and extra visual exclusivity. (more…)