Automobiles Review

Author: Victor Ivanov

  • Mazda6 Wagon awarded – Best Estate Car

    Mazda6 2.2D Wagon is awarded „Best Estate Car 2010” in Fleet World Honours 2010. The car offers perfect combination between driver appeal, lifestyle, versatility and practicality. The awards were announced at the Royal Automobile Club, London on 18 May.  

    “Mazda continues to build on its solid reputation in the fleet market as a manufacturer of stylish and attractive cars. But it also features all the clever touches we have come to expect from Mazda, converting from a five-seater into a load-lugger in a matter of seconds.”, said Steve Moody, Chairman of Judges. (more…)

  • Infiniti introduces its second diesel – EX30d

    Recently, Infiniti has announced the price list of its first diesel – the FX30d. Now it is turn to the second – EX30d. It is priced at £35 975 and promises to raise the bar for diesel engine refinement and vehicle safety.

    The sales will start from early July, the EX diesel models are expected to account for eight out of every 10 EX sales. It is because of the prices, announced to be lower than the petrol-fuelled equivalent.

    The top-of-range is a new GT Premium version equipped as standard with a suite of innovative safety technology, some of it only just made available for the first time on any Infiniti in Europe. It includes special features that that return the car to its correct lane on the motorway and give the driver warning of impending collisions. (more…)

  • BMW 135i boasts 360bhp and 456 Nm

    BMW 135i is one of the hottest hatchbacks on the market. It has 3.0 litre six-cylinder twin-turbocharged petrol engine delivering 315 bhp and 394 Nm of torque. The chip-tuning for turbocharged engines is so popular today, that almost every single car has it.

    Superchips Ltd offers ECU remap for the 135i, which boosts the engine to the mighty 360hp and 456 Nm of toque. This optimizing don’t harm the engine’s reliability, what is more, the tuning company provide 12 month full vehicle warranty. (more…)

  • Coutryman is added to the MINI range

    This is the fourth variant in the model family of MINI. The Countryman crossover filled the gap between the classic MINI concept and contemporary SAV. The vehicle features four door and wide-opening tailgate, so it offers more space. The most important innovation is the optional MINI ALL4 AWD system. The MINI Countryman offers exceptional design, quality, handling, efficiency and awesome performance. Furthermore, the vehicle can be individualized to your specific taste. (more…)

  • Mercedes-Benz S-class awarded Best Luxury Car

    The Mercedes-Benz S-Class retained its award from 2009 by winning Best Luxury Car at the 2010 Fleet World Honours. The award for the vehicle was presented to Freeman, Regional Corporate Sales Manager for Mercedes-Benz UK at a ceremony at the Royal Automobile Club in Pall Mall on Tuesday 18 May.

    “The luxury sector is about to become even more competitive, but all new entrants have one model to beat, a model that continues to define the very best in corporate motoring and luxury: the Mercedes-Benz S-Class.  New more efficient engines have made the line-up even more formidable than ever before.”, commented Steve Moody, Editor of Fleet World (more…)

  • Volkswagen Golf VI Match is added to the model line-up

    Volkswagen Golf VI Match - Front Angle View

    Volkswagen Golf VI Match is the latest to join the wide range of available models. The special Match name replaces existing SE trim level and adds over £1,600 worth of extra equipment while costing just £300 more than the outgoing car.  The Match comes with 40 PS BlueMotion Technology model for extra economy and performance.

    Among the standard equipment are ABS, ESP, seven airbags, Climatic air conditioning, alarm, cruise control and multi-device interface for connectivity to iPod or MP3 player. Match model adds 16” Croft alloys, a leather multifunction steering wheel, DAB digital radio receiver, Bluetooth system, front and rear parking sensors and an RCD 510 touchscreen stereo with six-disc CD autochanger.

    The engine range for Match model includes 1.4 litre TSI with 122 PS, a 1.6 litre TDI with 105 PS or a 2.0 litre TDI with 140 PS. Both small engines are available with seven-speed DSG gearbox, while the big 2.0 litre TDI can be specified with the six-speed DSG option.

    The BlueMotion Technology delivers 68.9mpg for the 1.6 litre TDI engine. The technology is also available for the popular 2.0 litre TDI engine and the combined fuel economy is 65.7 mpg. The BlueMotion Technology models’ enhanced economy comes as a result of a Start/Stop system and battery regeneration.

    The start price for Golf VI Match is £17,730 RRP OTR for the 1.4-litre TSI three-door. The first deliveries will start at the end of June.

    2010 Volkswagen Golf VI Match
    2010 Volkswagen Golf VI Match
    2010 Volkswagen Golf VI Match
    2010 Volkswagen Golf VI Match
    2010 Volkswagen Golf VI Match
    2010 Volkswagen Golf VI Match
    2010 Volkswagen Golf VI Match
    2010 Volkswagen Golf VI Match
    2010 Volkswagen Golf VI Match
    2010 Volkswagen Golf VI Match
    2010 Volkswagen Golf VI Match
    2010 Volkswagen Golf VI Match
    2010 Volkswagen Golf VI Match
    2010 Volkswagen Golf VI Match
    2010 Volkswagen Golf VI Match
    2010 Volkswagen Golf VI Match
    2010 Volkswagen Golf VI Match
    2010 Volkswagen Golf VI Match

  • Skoda Fabia vRS+ and Octavia vRS+ at 2010 Worthersee

    Skoda Auto presented several vehicles at the GTI Worthersee tuning event which was held between 12th and 15th May in Austria. Some of the displayed cars were two tuned Fabia vRS+ and Octavia vRS+. Two Fabia S2000 race cars are also exhibited.

    The Fabia vRS+ concept is based on the new Fabia vRS. It features included the headlamps and the radiator grille. Additionally, the car has black spoilers and diffusers, and the bonnet is decorated with visible air intakes. The interior, including sports seats, comes with new materials in the exclusive colours of this concept car. (more…)

  • Vauxhall Astra won “BEST NEW CAR” from 2010 Fleet World Awards

    Vauxhall new Astra was voted for “Best New Car” at the 2010 Fleet World Awards held on 18 Mauy at the Royal Automobile Club in London.

    The improvements for the new Astra include better engine efficiency with over 13 per cent and revised standard equipment. It now features ESP, six airbags, air conditioning, electric windows, and CD/radio with MP3 format and aux-in. (more…)

  • Batmobile will be a part of Historics at Brooklands auction

    One of the most iconic and distinctive film cars of all time is the Batmobile. It will be a part of Historics at Brooklands auction in Surrey on June 2 this year.

    Mark Perkins, who is one of Historics’ investors, owns the car since 1988.

    “Classic cars, and this one in particular, should be driven to be enjoyed, and I’ve loved taking it on the road over the years.  However, my work with Historics at Brooklands will leave me little time to do so in the future, and so sadly it’s time someone else derived pleasure of ownership.”, said Mark Perkins. (more…)

  • Porsche R911S and R911S GT2 Carbon

    Porsche 2011 GT2 RS is the fastest street legal car in the company’s history. Switzer performance, announced their new Switzer GT2 R911S , which develops a bit over 900 HP.

    The Switzer GT2 R911S is based on P800 GT2 package, which is available for GT2 RS. By using race fuel, the power is increased to 911 HP. The power is roughly 50% more than the original Porsche’s GT2 RS. Switzer version is equipped with a pair of monster intercoolers to keep the engine cool after each power lap. (more…)

  • AC Schnitzer BMW X6 M – more is better

    AC Schnitzer is based in Aachen, Germany and it is one of the top tuning specialists for BMW. There is a Schnitzer version of almost every single BMW model. Now, it is turn of X6 M.

    AC Schnitzer BMW X6 M is faster, more powerful and better looking than the original SAC. The company is currently working on performance upgrade which, in combination with removing the Vmax limiter and a sports exhaust, will bring more satisfaction and driving pleasure to the owners of of the X6 M.One of the special features for the SAC is carbon fibre AC Schnitzer engine styling. Additionally, the sound of ACS X6M is boosted by sports rear silencer with two chromed “Sports Trim“ tailpipe trims in right/left combination. (more…)

  • 2011 Mazda Premacy is now available to order in Japan

    2011 Mazda Premacy is available to order in Japan. The sales launch on July 1, 2010 for 2WD versions and the four-wheel-drive (4WD) version will begin to sale in early August. The suggested retail prices range from 1 799 000 yen ( $ 19522 USD ) to 2 314 000 yen ( $ 25111 USD ).

    The first Premacy minivan is launched in April 199 and over 810 000 units have been built since then.  2011 Mazda Premacy is the third generation from the series and it is designed to bring luxury and dynamic spirit. The design is based on flowing water and its first debut was made at at the Geneva Motor Show in March 2010. (more…)