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Volkswagen Jetta Sport 2.0TDI DSG

Volkswagen Jetta Sport 2.0TDI DSG took the top honour in its Class and we on to be voted overall winner of the 29^th Caravan Club Towcar of the Year Competition.

“It was a real eye-opener being at Millbrook seeing all the cars being put through their paces, they really are put to the towing test.”, commented former Formula 1 driver Johnny Herbert.

“The Club extends its congratulations to all the winners in this Competition. Special plaudits go to the terrific Volkswagen Jetta, it really is a great vehicle and it proved itself time and time again with the judges during testing.”, said Grenville Chamberlain, Caravan Club Chairman.

The VW Jetta Sport diesel is powered by a 2.0 liter TDI with 140PS (103 kW) and 320Nm (236 lb-ft) of torque. It is mated to a double-clutch DSG gearbox and has a staggering range of 1280km (795 miles), which means 5.47 liters per 100 km (43 mpg).

Class wins in the Competition also went to the Skoda Superb Estate Elegance 2.0 DSG; the Volkswagen Touareg Escape 3.0 V6 TDI and the Volvo V60 D5 AWD Volvo Ocean Race.

Source: Volkswagen

September 21, 2011

Toyota FT-86 II Concept Frankfurt 2011

Toyota has brought the sharp and remarkably athletic FT-86 II Concept in Frankfurt for the exhibition. The vehicle showcases the final design for the brand’s next production sports car. It is co-developed with Subaru, so we have to expect a lot, besides the staggering design.

FT-86 II Concept Is powered by a turbocharged 2.0 liter four-cylinder petrol engine with 260PS (194 kW) coupled with a 6-speed manual gearbox. There is no further performance information, but all that power will be sent to the rear wheels. Really, great news!

The concept measures 4 235mm long, 2 570 mm wheelbase, 1 795 mm wide and 1 270 mm high. It’s sporty character is obvious and FT-86 II will definitely win the hearts of the motors port fans.

Source: Toyota

September 21, 2011

Lamborghini Aventador LP700-4 at the 2011 Frankfurt

Lamborghini has introduced two special Aventador LP700-4 cars at the 2011 Frankfurt Motor Show. The first one is finished in White (Bianco Isis) and Black (Nero Nemesis).

LP700-4 is powered by a 6.5 liter V12 with 700PS (515 kW) and 690Nm (509 lb-ft). The engine is coupled to a 7-speed ISR gearbox specially supplied by Graziano Trasmissioni Group. The shift time is just 50 millisecond. The power is put on the road through a Haldex AQD system.

The curb weight is 1575 kg (3 472 lbs), thanks to a carbon fiber-reinforced polymer (CFRP) monocoque structure with total weight of only 147.5 kg.

0 to 100 km/h in 2.9 seconds and Vmax – 350 km/h (217 mph).

The interior boasts bi-color elements and a lot of Alcantara.

2011 Lamborghini Aventador LP700-4 is priced at Europe: € 255 000.

Lamborghini Aventador LP 700-4 Frankfurt 2011

Source: Lamborghini

September 21, 2011

Citroen Tubik Concept at the 2011 Frankfurt

Citroen has announced rather strange car at the Frankfurt Motor Show, last week. The truck looks like it is coming from 2054, instead of 2011.

The gull-wing door is probably the most amazing part of Tubik, which also has a strange name… The vehicle is presented by a car-show girl with a space suit, headphones and a helm.

Inside, the vehicle has a lot of space, several seats and huge flat-screen monitor. Despite that, the colour theme is not so appropriate – purple, blue and some dark elements.

The vehicle stands on enormous shiny wheels fitted with futuristic tires.

The company didn’t announce any further information about the engine or technologies, which are included in Citroen Tubik Concept.

Source: Citroen

September 20, 2011

Cadillac Ciel Concept at the 2011 Frankfurt

Cadillac Ciel Concept was also introduced at the 2011 Frankfurt Motor Show. The staggering vehicle is inspired by Highway 1 in California.

Ciel Concept is powered by a twin-turbo 3.6 liter V6 with 431PS (317 kW) and 583Nm (430 lb-ft) of torque. The engine is coupled to a hybrid transmission powering an all-wheel-drive system.

The vehicle also features:

Sloping bolsters on the seats that allow passengers to slide into the seats more comfortably

A personal device storage area on the front of the console with inductive charging and Bluetooth connectivity

A power-assisted transmission shifter that deploys as soon as the engine is started

Lighting in the armrests that combines a natural light well for daytime driving and ambient lighting for nighttime drives

Door storage areas that are inspired by premium fashion accessories and open with high-quality zippers

Pull-out blankets are available for all three passengers and retract automatically

All the seats have heating and cooling features, along with a drawer containing sun lotion, sun glasses and towels, as well as aromatherapy that is controlled from the rear armrest.

Source: Cadillac

September 20, 2011

Prior Design Ford Mustang

Prior Design has introduced complete aerodynamics package for Ford Mustang before ‘09 models.

The body kit includes entirely new front bumper with large air intakes, a pair of modified side skirts and newly styled rear bumper. The package also includes all mounting materials and all parts have TÜV certificate.

Everything fits perfectly and needs no further interventions.

To suit the aggressive package, you’ll definitely need the GT500 model, which is powered by a huge 5.4 liter supercharged V8 delivering 500PS (373 kW) at 6000RPM and 650Nm (480 lb-ft) of torque at 4500RPM. The engine is mated to a 6-speed manual gearbox delivering all that torque to a LSD at rear wheels.

Source: Prior Design

September 19, 2011

Alfa Romeo 4C at the 2011 Frankfurt Motor Show

Alfa Romeo 4C Concept was firstly introduced at the 2011 Geneva Motor Show and now the manufacturer has brought it in Frankfurt.

Actually, the model 4C will hit the US market somewhere in 2013, but Alfa Romeo didn’t release any further information.

The engine is the well-known 1750 TBi petrol engine delivering 200PS (147 kW). The vehicle also boasts extremely low weight of around 850kg, which means power-to-weight ratio lower than 4kg/hp.

The results are thanks to a superbly light chassis supporting a body made of carbon fiber. The rear frame structure and the crash boxes are made of aluminum.

So, Alfa Romeo 4C will be not only fast in straight line, but in the corners, too. Finally, Lotus Exige will have it’s true rival.

Looking forward for more information about this small super sports car.

Source: Alfa Romeo

September 19, 2011

Land Rover Defender Concept DC100 in Frankfurt

Land Rover took the interesting DC100 Concept at the Frankfurt Motor Show. The vehicle is practically the new Defender model, which is expected sometimes in 2015, of course, if the world does not end in 2012…

Here is an interesting video directly from the Auto Show published by Marchettino in Youtube. You can see all the interesting extras of the DC100.

The SUV is powered by a 2.0 liter petrol engine and a 2.0 liter diesel, which are mated to an 8-speed gearbox.

As the world is gone mad with the hybrid technologies, both engines will be included in hybrid or plug-in hybrid powertrains.

Check out the video, below!

httpv://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IRLK4hvUSL8

Land Rover Defender DC100 Sport Frankfurt 2011

Source: Marchettino via Youtube

September 19, 2011

Wiesmann Roadster MF3 Final Edition at the 2011 Frankfurt

Wiesmann showcased MF3 Roadster Final Edition at the 2011 Frankfurt Motor Show. The special limited edition vehicle was created with the assistance of Sieger fashion.

MF3 Roadster Final Edition boasts a bespoke interior with premium leather and chrome accents. It is also available in 18 different colours as the showcased model is in white.

Wiesmann MF3 Roadster is powered by a 3.2 liter naturally aspirated BMW engine, which is well-known from M3 E46. It delivers 343PS (252 kW) and 365Nm (269 lb-ft) of torque. It is mated to either a 5 or 6-speed manual gearbox or an optional 6-speed SMG. The performance is brutal – 0 to 100 km/h in 4.9 seconds and a top speed of 255 km/h (158 mpg).

The price is not announced, yet.

Source: Wiesmann

September 19, 2011

Peugeot HX1 Concept in Frankfurt

The Peugeot HX1 Concept is a really interesting car. It is co-designed with a shoe designer – Pierre Hardy. The result is fascinating – HX1 has four reverse-opening half-scissor doors, which can be opened wide for ease of access to the passenger compartment.

The dimensions are unique, too – height – 1373 mm, width 1990mm and a length of 4 954 mm.

HX1 is powered by a Peugeot’s HYbrid4 technology including a 2.2 liter HDi with 204PS (150 kW) and an electric motor with 95PS (70 kW), which powers the rear wheels. The total power is 299PS (220 kW), which is more than satisfying.

Furthermore, the plug-in hybrid HX1 is extremely efficient – 3.2 liters per 100 km and CO2 emissions of 83 g/km. Still, you can go up to 30 km (18.5 miles) in all-electric mode.

The idea is great, the figures, too. So, we can only hope for HX1 to hit the market really soon.

Source: Peugeot

September 16, 2011

Abarth 695 Competizione in Frankfurt

The Abarth 695 Competizione is born to be the first “street legal” Scorpion racing car. It is showcased at the 2011 Frankfurt Motor Show.

Like a real racing car, this is a two seater in which the rear seats are replaced by a roll bar the same Grigio Competizione Opaco shade as the bodywork. In this way the car acquires additional sporting character because the roll bar decreases its weight, making it even better performing.

It also boasts special sport suspension, 17” alloy wheels fitted with low-profile performance tires and Brembo brake system including 305 mm discs with 4-piston calipers behind the rims.

The interior comes with Sabelt racing seats, some carbon fiber elements and each 695 Competizione is numbered. There are no rear seats, but Abarth fitted a roll bar for further stiffness and safety.

Abarth 695 Competizione is powered by a 1.4 liter turbocharged petrol engine with 180PS (132 kW) and 270Nm (199 lb-ft) of torque. It is mated to a 5-speed sequential gearbox, which delivers the torque to the front wheels. 0 to 100 km/h in under 7 seconds and a top speed of 225 km/h (140 mph).

Besides all that power, the small car averages 6.5 litres per 100 km and just 151 g/km of CO2.

Last, but not least there is a “Record Monza” variable back-pressure “dual mode” exhaust, designed to improve engine performance and sound over 3 000 RPM.

Source: Fiat

September 16, 2011

Ford Evos Concept at the 2011 Frankfurt Motor Show

Ford is currently exhibiting Evos Concept at the Frankfurt Motor Show. The vehicle showcases the new ideas of the company in terms of style. Evos is a four-door coupe featuring aggressive front end, LED headlights and center-mounted exhaust at the rear housed by a sporty diffuser.

“The Ford Evos Concept unites three key elements which are at the core of our One Ford global product strategy: outstanding design, smart technologies and fuel economy leadership,” commented Derrick Kuzak, group vice president of Global Product Development.

“With its compelling design and innovative technology experience, this is a clear demonstration of the exciting vision we have for the Ford brand. While you will never see this car on the road, the next generation of Ford products around the world will display many of the distinctive design ideas and advanced technologies it showcases.”, he added.

Ford Evos Concept is powered by a plug-in hybrid (PHEV) powertrain providing the same next-generation performance and fuel economy as the Ford C-MAX Energi scheduled for introduction in North America in 2012 and Europe in 2013. The powertrain includes a 2.0 liter petrol engine helped by an electric motor.

Source: Ford

September 16, 2011

Author: Victor Ivanov