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The new 2011 F1 Race Car of McLaren Mercedes was unveiled. It will be driven by Lewis Hamilton and Jenson Button. The aerodynamics is slightly changed – a higher nose, a new airbox and re-designed sidepods.
The most important thing is that the the McLaren 2011 F1 Race Car is now equipped with the KERS system, just like their competitors. (more…)
Toyota Yaris Hybrid HSD Concept will be introduced at the Geneva Auto Show in March. The small city car will represent just one application of the company’s Hybrid Synergy Drive technologies.
The company strategy includes full Hybrid Vehicles (HV), Plug-in Hybrid Vehicles (PHV), Electric Vehicles (EV), and Fuel Cell Hybrid Vehicles (FCHV).
Yaris Hybrid HSD is expected to have huge success, because it is in the B segment, which is the largest one in Europe, so the production of Toyota Yaris Hybrid should generate a lot of sales. (more…)
Volkswagen is about to showcase a completely renewed version of its compact crossover vehicle Volkswagen Tiguan at the Geneva Motor Show 2011. Boasting the VW’s new, sharper styling language, the 2012 Tiguan will replace the current model, which debuted in 2007. (more…)
At this year’s 81st edition of the Geneva Motor Show, GTA Motor is about to showcase its staggering super ride GTA Spano for first time at this renowned occasion. The Geneva debut comes approximately one year after the ride’s official world premiere at the prestigious Top Marques Monaco in which the Spano was privileged to be at the official poster. (more…)
MINI will offer a JCW factory tuning kit featuring increase the power and performance of the standard car.
It will be available for Cooper S, Cooper S Clubman and Cooper S Convertible.
JCW factory tuning kit boosts the engine of MINI Cooper S to 200PS (147 kW) at 5700RPM and 250Nm (184 lb-ft) between 1250 and 5000RPM. However, the overboost function makes 270 Nm (more…)
Volkswagen has introduced the new Touareg R-Line. It follows the street-legal concepts – Race Touareg 3 and Gold Edition.
2011 Volkswagen Touareg R-Line features new front and rear bumpers, revised side skirts, and additional chrome trim. The whole SUV is lowered with a sport-tuned suspension and stands on enormous 20″ lightweight Mallory wheels. R-Line also boasts tailgate-mounted spoiler and a matte black diffuser. (more…)
Volkswagen has announced the price list for the new 2011 Jetta EU. The entry-level S 1.4-litre TSI 122 PS is priced at £16 960 and the 2.0-litre TDI with DSG will cost you £22 320.
However, all cars come with air conditioning, an MP3 compatible CD stereo, six airbags, ABS, Electronic Stabilisation Programme (ESP), an alarm and folding rear seats as standard.
The engine range includes 1.4 litre TSI with either 122PS or 140PS and two diesel versions – 1.6 litre TDI with 105PS and 2.0 litre TDI with 140PS. (more…)
Cadillac has announced a special Black Diamond Edition of its ultra performance beast Cadillac CTS-V for this spring. The name of the exclusive CTS-V comes from its sleek tri-coat paint “Black Diamond” and will be available with all Cadillac CTS-V models – Sedan, Coupe and Wagon. (more…)
After its stellar world debut at Goodwood Festival of Speed, and the series of exclusive showcases to prospective customers and media across the globe in 2010, the McLaren MP4-12C ultra-sports car has finally enter production at the McLaren Technology Centre (MTC) in Woking, England. (more…)
Kelleners Sport has released an extremely comprehensive program for the renowned, athletic BMW 5 Series with M sports package, highlighting aerodynamic enhancements, boosted performance, optimized suspension and stylish improvements inside the ride’s cabin. (more…)
Alfa Romeo has just expanded its Alfa Giulietta range with the addition of a new Alfa Romeo Giulietta 2.0 JTDM-2 with 140 horsepower. (more…)
Porsche will introduce a new special edition Boxster S Black Edition this March. It is priced at 63 404 Euro. It follows the announcement of 911 Black Edition.
As you may suggest, the new Boxster will feature only black elements – rear side air intake grilles, twin exhaust pipes, boot lid nameplate, Black Edition badges and special ten-spoke alloys fitted with 235/35 ZR 19 at the front and 265/35 ZR 19 at the rear.
The roll-over bars are also painted in black as well as the shift lever and the instrument cluster dials. (more…)