Automobiles Review

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  • BMW C1-E Concept – the safety is a top priority

    BMW are famous not only with making perfect cars, but they also proved that they can develop and sell very good motorcycles. Recently the 1,000,000th BMW motorcycle with Integral ABS, a BMW K 1300 R, left the production line in Berlin-Spandau.

    The active and passive safety always have been one of the priorities, whenever BMW develop a motorcycle. A huge variety of active safety features have been developed and integrated in BMW bikes since 2005. The list includes: RDC Tyre Pressure Control, ASC Anti-Slip Control, the new Race ABS and the DTC Traction Control incorporated in the new BMW S 1000 RR and on the top of this there is an innovative range of BMW Motorrad rider equipment. (more…)

  • Ferrari 599 GTB Fiorano China Limited Edition

    The limited edition of 599 GTB Fiorano will be auctioned on the 3rd of November at a special Gala Auction Event hosted by Ferrari in Beijing.

    The exterior of Ferrari 599 GTB Fiorano China Limited Edition is inspired from Ge Kiln porcelain of the Song Dynasty. The Chinese artist Lu Hao used a “cracked” glaze pattern, which is elegantly coloured. This pattern symbolizes the qualities of a true gentleman. (more…)

  • Volkswagen Golf GTi MK VI – 250bhp

    APS of Brackley announced Stage One engine performance upgrade for Golf GTi MK VI.

    The upgrade is just an ECU remap for the 2.0 litre EA888 TFSI Engine, which is boosted from 207bhp to 250bhp and the torque is raised from 207lb.ft to 292 lb.ft at just 2650rpm.

    On the road these numbers mean that the car will accelerate from 0-60mph in 6.2 seconds and the top speed is 155mph. (more…)

  • Fiat Punto Evo

    Punto Evo made its first debut at the Frankfurt Motor Show. The badge “Evo” highlights a level of evolution in car design that is capable of satisfying customers who are increasingly demanding in terms of technology, driveability and respect for the environment.

    Fiat Punto Evo will be powered by a wide range of Euro 5 Engines. There will be second-generation 1.3 litre MultiJet and the 1.4 litre MultiAir engines. The range is going to be reinforced by hybrid methane and LPG systems to achieve the best eco-friendly engines in the segment. (more…)

  • Golf Estate Exclusive is put on sale

    The exclusive version of Golf VI Estate was introduced at the IAA Frankfurt 2009. The vehicle is now put on sale and the price is starting from 27,145 Euro.

    Exclusive is based on Highline version of the sixth generation Golf Estate. There are some new upgrades like two-tone leather combination sports seats. Other change in the interior is the “Exclusive” lettering on the sill panel strips. The vehicle is equipped with “Climatronic” automatic air conditioning, a panoramic sliding sunroof and the “RCD 210” radio-CD system. The Exclusive model includes additional equipment: electric lumbar support, drawers under the front seats, leather steering wheel, gear knob and handbrake lever, fabric front and rear floor mats with coloured edging and leather-look door trim. (more…)

  • Honda will introduce several new concepts at 41st Tokyo Motor Show

    The latest creations from Honda are called CR-Z Concept, EV-N, Skydeck concept, Civic Type R EURO and VFR1200F.

    The CR-Z Concept is going to be sports hybrid car.  It will be available for sale in the UK next summer 2010. This is the first petro-electric car, which will adopt a 6-speed manual transmission.

    The EV-N is a small battery electric car with 4 seats. The vehicle has solar panels in the roof, which could be used to charge the on-board battery. (more…)

  • Renaultsport Twingo 133 CUP is ready to hit the market

    Cup version of Renaultsport Twingowill be available to order from 1st October and the first owners will have their cars in November.

    Twingo 133 CUPis praced at £11,795, which is £700 less than Renaultsport Twingo 133. The price is such because the Cup version doesn’t have air conditioning, automatic headlamp and wiper operation, extra tinted rear windows and features a one-piece bench in place of the usual independent sliding rear seats. (more…)

  • Mazda Motor Corporation’s new range of Eco-Friendly Engines

    Mazda Kiyora will be exhibited at 41st Tokyo Motor Show in Japan. The car is capable of doing 76 miles per gallon (3.1l/100km). Kiyora is powered by direct-injection Mazda SKY-G 1.3 engine combined with six-speed Mazda SKY-Drive automatic transmission.

    Mazda Premacy Hydrogen RE Hybrid is the other car, which will make it’s first debut at Tokyo Motor Show. The vehicle will be powered by hydrogen rotary engine connected to a generator that powers an electric motor. The range is around 200 kilometres. (more…)

  • Startech Range Rover

    The Range Rover is may be the most luxurious SUVs on the market. It is in the same class with the BMW X5, Mercedes-Benz ML and Audi Q7.  There is no doubt that all vehicles offer exclusive comfort, but in a way the Range Rover surpasses them.

    The tuning company Startech has a good solutions of customizing the Range Rover. (more…)

  • Overfinch Holland & Holland Range Rover

    Holland & Holland created the ultimate luxury off-roader. It is based on either the 5.0 litre 503 bhp Supercharged or TDV8 versions.

    The exterior is slightly changed. There are discreet styling modifications, all manufactured from OEM grade thermoplastic polymers, which offer excellent quality and durability. The option for bodywork paint is between four unique colours, including Holland & Holland Tintern Green. The SUV comes out with 20” Tiger wheels (fitted with all season Mud & Snow tyres) and there will be 22” wheels in the option list. The picture is completed by the special cast exhaust outlets. (more…)

  • BMW Z4 AC Schnitzer

    Here are some facts for the tuned Z4:

    The original 3 litre bi-turbo petrol engine is boosted to 360hp (from the original 306). The top speed is 286km/h and the classic discipline from stand still to 100km/h is achieved in 4.9 seconds.

    AC Shnitzer also added stainless steel sports rear silencer and the chromed Racing tailpipe trims and the sound is fantastic. (more…)

  • Ford Focus BEV will appear for the first time on “The Jay Leno Show”

    The actress Drew Barrymore will accept the “Green Car Challenge” – a rubric part of “The Jay Leno Show”. The car, which will be used through the first season of the Challenge will be the new Ford Focus powered only by electricity. The celebrities will be behind the wheel, driving quickly to establish a fast lap time. (more…)