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  • ABT Audi TT RS

    ABT TT RS is a unique and special car in both, history and future aspect. A sports coupe with five cylinders, four wheel drive and plenty of power under the hood. Remember that combination?
    Well….if NO, i will tell you. That was the same description as the original “ur-Quattro”, the sports coupe caused a furore around 30 years ago. (more…)

  • BMW N55: Turbo, Valvetronic, and Direct Injection in ONE!

    You surely must remember the ad wars between Audi and BMW from a couple of years ago! Either that or you probably came by this article opening your older brother’s laptop. Either way, the outcome was somewhat unsatisfying due to Subaru’s spin on the matters, when they took advantage of their International Engine of the Year 2006 Award to rub it in the face of the Bavarian teasers. (more…)

  • Kicherer E-Class Performance tuning package

    Kicherer E-Class Performance is the latest and the first complete tuning package from Kicherer for the new E-Class with AMG. Seems like Sport and Luxury are the two leading tuning directions at the moment, and Kicherer definitely know that. (more…)

  • German debut for the Fisker’s Karma at the Frankfurt Motor show

    During the next week’s Frankfurt Motor show, the four-door Fisker Karma plug-in hybrid electric vehicle will make its German debut. Lined by impressing numbers of 83g CO2/km and economy rating of 3.5L/100km, the Karma will be one of the cleanest and most efficient cars in the world. (more…)

  • Lotus will introduce the Range Extender Engine at Frankurt Motor Show 2009

    This is a 1.2 litre 3-cylinder with 2 valves per cylinder belt-driven engine. It produces 47bhp at 3500 rpm via integrated electrical generator and 107N/m of torque.

    Like all other manufacturers, Lotus also are targeted to hybrid vehicles. The Lotus Range Extender engine offers the advantage of a cost effective design, high efficiency and low mass and in the same time extended range.

    The main project is called “Limo-green” and it is a collaboration between Lotus Engineering, Jaguar Cars Ltd, MIRA Ltd and Caparo Vehicle Technologies. The goal is making a large executive saloon with less than 120 g/km CO2 emissions.

    Technical details:
    Technical specification of the Lotus Range Extender engine

    General 1.2 litre 3-cylinder with 2 valves per cylinder, SOHC Belt driven
    Construction Monoblock with Integrated Exhaust Manifold All aluminium Balance shaft (optional) Direct-coupled generator
    Bore and Stroke 75.0 mm x 90.0 mm
    Compression ratio 10:1
    Maximum power 35 kW (47 bhp) at 3500 rpm via integrated electrical generator
    Peak torque 107 Nm at 2500 rpm
    Maximum BMEP 11.2 bar
    Maximum Engine Speed 3500 rpm
    Fuel System Port fuel injection, Lotus EMS
    Fuel 95 RON ULG / ethanol / methanol
    Dry weight 56 kg

  • CITROËN is prepairing a surprise for the visitors of Frankfurt Motorshow 2009

    Mr. Frédéric Banzet, Director General of Citroën will reveal the Citroen’s latest creation on Tuesday 15th September at 10.00am in Hall 8, Stand A24.

    We can just guess how the small car will look like. At first glance the big wheels and sporty silhouette are making an impression.

    Hopefully the Citroen calculated carefully their move and they don’t disappoint the audience. (more…)

  • Carlsson E-CK63 RS

    No doubt Mercedes-Benz E 63 AMG is the most dynamic business limousine in the brands range. Already AMG refined, the vehicle combines the irresistible 525 hp (386 kW) with very luxurious interior equipment. (more…)

  • 2010 Volvo C30 Facelift

    The first C30 is available since 2006 and it is about time for Volvo to make a facelift of this hot hatchback. The main changes can be noticed at the front of the car. New headlamps and new more aggressive front bumper underline the sporty look of the 3 door C30. The car received larger iron mark and air intake. (more…)

  • SEAT ECOMOTIVE Range at Frankfurt Motor show

    Recently, all manufacturers make their cars “greener” and the Seat is not an exception. The new ECOMOTIVE range is fitted with the very latest 105 hp 1.6 TDI CR engine, and boasts both a DPF particulate filter and cutting edge common rail fuelling technology as standard. (more…)

  • Underride Guard Set for the Volkswagen Tiguan

    The successful Volkswagen Tiguan stands for two words – Power and Wildness. The same words can describe the practical and visually enhancing underride guard set for the front and the rear that Volkswagen Accessories are now offering us. An underride guard variant is also available for those who have already selected aerodynamics products or the R-Line for their Tiguan. (more…)

  • Peugeot iOn “Zero Emissions” concept

    The Peugeot brand is one of the pioneers in the manufacturing of electric vehicles and the newly developed iOn is further proof. With launch date scheduled for the end of the 2010, the new Peugeot iOn “Zero Emissions” is set to provide an efficient response to the challenges of urban mobility and respect for the environment. (more…)

  • BRABUS SV12 R

    BRABUS SV12 R is the latest state-of-the-art creation by the premium Mercedes-Benz tuner – BRABUS. The BRABUS SV12 R is a business car (office on wheels) that combines two of the most significant auto qualities in new dimension – Power and Luxury. (more…)