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  • Jeep reveals a revised edition of the Wrangler Rubicon Recon

    2020 Jeep Wrangler Rubicon Recon Jeep brand returns the Wrangler Rubicon Recon edition to the iconic lineup and gear it with a powerful 2.0-liter turbocharged inline four-cylinder power unit with eTorque mild hybrid technology. New Recon edition is based on the Wrangler Rubicon and features sexy exterior and neat interior features. Let’s check them out!

    2020 Jeep Wrangler’s exterior design features heavy-duty rock rails, body-color fenders, LED headlights and taillights, glossy black finish for the grille with body-color surrounds, Recon fender badge, matte black fender vent decal with the American flag, exclusive 17-inch aluminum wheels with black finish, matte black hood stripe decal and Rubicon gray grille throats and headlamp inserts.

    All Wrangler Rubicon Recon models also come with next-generation Dana front and rear heavy-duty axles, specially enhanced for off-road adventures. Also, there’s Rock-Trac NV241 two-speed transfer case with a 4.0:1 low-range gear ratio. The new model lineup also includes electric front and rear locking differentials, a disconnecting front sway bar and 33-inch Falken Wildpeak Mud-Terrain tires, taking the Wrangler to the next level of capability and versatility.

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    Wrangler Rubicon Recon edition will be offered in Black, Granite Crystal, String-Gray, Billet Silver, Ocean Blue, Sarge, Bikini, Firecracker Red, Punk’n, Hellayella and Bright White.

    2020 Jeep Wrangler Rubicon Recon has a starting price of $43,380 for the two-door model and $46,880 for the four-door variant.

    2020 Jeep Wrangler Rubicon Recon is already available for order.

    Source: Jeep 

  • Karma Revero GT takes home an honorable award

    2020-Karma-Revero-GT-9102020 Karma Revero GT was named Green Car Journal’s 2020 Luxury Green Car of the Year for blending its environmental performance with high levels of luxury and exceptional driving experience.

    The prestigious award recognizes environmental achievements in the automotive industry and as it seems, Revero GT was graded above other finalists competing at the 2020 Luxury Green Car of the Year event. Such rivals were BMW 745e, Lincoln Aviator Grand Touring, Porsche Taycan, and Range Rover Evoque.

    Green Car Journal team describes 2020 Karma Revero GT as being unique among luxury models that manage to blend the best of luxurious features with a sporty character and environmentally-friendly drivetrain system.

    As you might know, for the past 15 years, Green Car Journal’s high-end Green Awards have recognized environmental accomplishment in the automotive industry. Automobiles awarded with this recognition blend laudable environmental performance with other characteristics that are also important to the industry and clients – styling, value, safety features, performance rates and overall pleasure of driving and using the automobile.

    SEE ALSO: Kia Telluride is the winner at the 2020 ALG Design Innovation event

    Karma’s 2020 Revero product line is offered in two trim levels – Revero GT, Karma’s definitive luxurious electric vehicle, and Revero GTS, a sportier version that comes to dealers in Q1 of 2020. With a starting price of $135,000, Revero GT is designed and engineered in Irvine, California. All vehicles in the lineup are created largely by hand using skilled craftsmen at Karma’s Innovation & Customization Center in Moreno Valley, California.

    Source: Karma 

  • Kia Telluride is the winner at the 2020 ALG Design Innovation event

    2020 Kia Telluride Kia Telluride has won the 2020 ALG Design Innovation Award for Overall Design and Execution. ALG judges have praised the vehicle for its outstanding design and refined drivetrain system. As you might know, ALG, subsidiary of TrueCar, is an industry leader in vehicle residual value projections and has been operating for over 55 years.

    Kia Motors America

    Headquartered I Irvine, California, Kia Motors America has been one of the highest-ranked mass-market brands for five consecutive years according to J.D. power, and is recognized as one of the 100 Best Global Brands by Interbrand. Kia serves as the “Official Automotive Partner” of the NBA and offers full range of machines sold through a network of almost 800 dealers in the US, including vehicles and SUVs.

    SEE ALSO: Volvo XC40 gets prestigious award from Kelley Blue Book

    New Telluride, Sorento and Optima models are assembled oi the US – as it seems, the brand is determined to maintain its high positions as one of the most regarded and reliable mass-vehicle manufacturers. And it is of no surprise that Kia team has managed to receive such high recognition – for several years Kia is making anything within its power to prove itself worthy among the best automobile brands out there. As it seems, the entire team is tackling this daunting task with tons of finesse and confidence.

    Source: Kia 

  • Volvo XC40 gets prestigious award from Kelley Blue Book

    2019 Volvo XC402020 Volvo XC40 has managed to hold its vale better than most other vehicles in the segment, according to experts at Kelley Blue Book. As you might know, this is organization that makes comprehensive tests and evaluations and give a real advice to future buyers for certain vehicles and their real worth.

    The XC40 has won this year’s Kelley Blue Book Resale Value Award in the Luxury Subcompact SUV category. In fact, this is the second Volvo that takes an award this year from the third-party experts. Volvo V90 luxury wagon won an ALG Residual Value Award in November 2019.

    Also, Kelley Blue Book says that there are numerous new-car buyers who do not realize that depreciation often is the greatest expense incurred by drivers during the first five years of vehicle’s ownership.

    2019 Volvo XC40

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    New Volvo XC40 has a starting price of $33,700USD and comes with numerous features as part of the standard equipment – there are numerous cutting-edge safety and utility functions, along with many driver-assisting technologies and gadgets. In fact, this is the first vehicle to be offered through Care by Volvo, brand’s program that gives customers the option to subscribe to their vehicles instead of a traditional purchase or lease. Care by Volvo subscribers can order their vehicle online.

    2019 Volvo XC40

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    2019 Volvo XC40 Recharge

    Source: Volvo 

  • MG reveals details about its first electric model – check it out!

    2020-MG-ZS-EV-910MG Motor UK announces its first affordable family-friendly electric vehicle, the MG ZS EV, has been recognized in the Southern Group of Motoring Writers’ New Year Honors List, being named “Dark Horse” of the year.

    This recognition follows an awards recognition for the electric SUV after it was named Medium EV of the Year at the Company Car & Van Awards, announced earlier this week.

    In fact, for only a few months, MG ZS EV has enjoyed massive attention and has taken home numerous awards and recognitions – the SUV achieved record-breaking sales for the brand, with more than 3,000 customers have already placed their orders. Blending the latest battery-electric technology with family-friendly features and design, the zero-emission machine also comes with an affordable price tag. Currently, with MG’s latest offers, ZS EV has a starting price of $29,400USD.

    As you may know, SGMW releases its New Year Honors list every January in order to award remarkable achievements in the automotive industry.

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    It is always a pleasure to see how a brand continues to expand and reach a wider audience – MG team has proven that it is not only worthy of recognition, but it also deserves to be among the best in the segment.

    Source: MG 

  • Maserati reveals “Edizione Ribelle” limited run of vehicles

    2020 Maserati Edizione RibelleMaserati begins production on 225 limited series “Edizione Ribelle” vehicles that will arrive in North American showrooms at the end of March 2020. It is a limited run of vehicles and includes 100 Ghibli S Q4, 100 Levante S, and 25 Quattroporte S Q4, in the GranSport trim.

    The new sporty black exterior will feature Nero Ribelle Mica Paint and Nerissimo Package, which are the most apparent upgrades. The Nerissimo Package includes Black Chrome finish on the grille upper bezel trim, rear trunk accent, side air vents, Maserati badges on the c-pillars and the Maserati logo. Also covered in black are the window surrounds, exhaust tips, vertical grille bars and the 20-inch Dark Wheels with contrasting red brake calipers.

    2020 Maserati Edizione Ribelle

    In terms of interior, the exclusive lineup comes with leather Sport Seats in contrasting two-tone leather of Nero and Rosso (Black and Red) with contrasting stitching. There are also Alcantara headliner, trident stitched headrest and carbon fiber trim that altogether enhance the cabin. For added comfort the vehicles include heated steering wheel, heated and ventilated front seats and heated rear seats. The series also feature exclusive exterior badging and a unique number for each single machine.

    SEE ALSO: Audi reveals its first hybrid Q5 model. Check it out!

    Maserati GranSport added features for 2020 model year include standard soft close doors and heated steering wheels and numerous driver-assistive technologies with forward collision warning plus, active blind spot assist and surround view camera.

     

    2020 Maserati Edizione Ribelle

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    2020 Maserati Edizione Ribelle

    Source: Maserati 

  • Audi reveals its first hybrid Q5 model. Check it out!

    2020 Audi Q5Audi of America introduces its first plug-in hybrid model of the best-selling Q5 lineup. The new addition comes with a cutting-edge electric motor and is mated to a traditional TFSI gasoline engine. Also, the combination of standard quattro AWD contributes to the overall excellent performance statistics. New Audi Q5 TFSI will be joined by A8 TFSI and A7 TFSI models in the upcoming months.

    Drivetrain system

    New Q5 TFSI comes with a turbocharged 2.0-liter four-cylinder TFSI engine, mated to an electric motor that sits between the engine and the 7-speed S-tronic dual-clutch automatic gearbox, producing a total combined output of 362hp and 369lb-ft of torque. The plug-in hybrid SUV can accelerate from 0 to 100km/h in a mere 5 seconds and comes equipped with quattro AWD drive and Ultra technology.

    2020 Audi Q5

    Offered as standard equipment on Audi TFSI models, drivers have the option to adjust engine and battery usage with three capable models specific to the plug-in system. The Hybrid mode is activated automatically using route guidance in the MMI navigation system in order to optimize battery power over the route to help reduce fuel consumption. Furthermore, the SUV automatically starts in EV mode, where the vehicle is driven only using the battery as long as the driver doesn’t press the accelerator pedal past a precise pressure point.

    In electric-only mode, using a 14.1kWh lithium-ion battery, new Audi Q5 TFSI has a range of 20 miles range. The battery pack itself is made of 104 prismatic cells and stores 14.1 kWh of energy with a voltage of 381v. The climate control system uses a highly efficient heat pump, which pools the waste heat from the high-voltage components and ensures that 1kW of electrical energy can generate up to 3kW thermal heating output for a more efficient climate system setup, compared to predecessor models.

    Design

    2020 Audi Q5

    New Audi Q5 TFSI expands on the distinctive design language of Audi Q models features sporty and elegant components. The plug-in model can be fitted with a neat 19-inch 5-spoke V-design contrast gray finish. There are also the optional 20-inch 5-segment-spoke wheels with a two-color scheme. What is exclusive about the new plug-in Audi vehicle is the Turbo Blue and Daytona Gray color choice.

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    Starting price for new 2020 Audi Q5 TFSI e quattro S tronic starts from $52,900USD.

    Source: Audi 

  • BMW’s new B58 TwinPower Turbo Inline engine receives a special award

    2020 BMW M340i xDrive SedanBMW is named one of WardsAuto’s 2020 10 Best Engines and Powertrains Award winners for its 382hp B58 TwinPower Turbo 3.0-liter Inline six-cylinder crafted and fine-tuned by BMW M department. This engine included in 2020 BMW M340i Sedan, Z4 M40i Roadster and X3 M40i and X4 M40i SUV. The latest iteration of brand’s iconic six-cylinder engine is capable of producing 382hp and 369lb-ft of torque and is capable to accelerate from 0 to 100km/h in 4.1 seconds.

    Furthermore, the award-winning engine unit features an aluminum crankcase and cylinder head. There’s also a new single Twin-scroll turbocharger with an integral and compact steel exhaust manifold and impellers with reduced weight, compared to previous versions of the drivetrain system.

    Fuel is supplied by means of new High Precision Injection technology which allows injection pressure of up to 5,076 psi. The current version of M TwinPower Turbo technology also features VALVETRONIC fully variable valve control and Double VANOS variable camshaft control.

    SEE ALSO: Audi reveals details about new 2020 A8 TFSI e lineup

    BMW’s new inline six-cylinder passenger car engine history has begun 87 years ago with the introduction of the 1.2-liter 30hp engine for the 303 sedan model. Nowadays, BMW Group creates one of the most capable and versatile power units and the latest addition to the lineup, the 3.0-liter inline six-cylinder unit only proves this point.

    2020 BMW M340i xDrive Sedan

    Source: BMW 

  • Mazda launches a new Scrappage Scheme program

    2019 Mazda3 Mazda customers can now save some funds when buying new Mazda thanks to the new Scrappage Scheme Upgrade Plan. Available to new cars registered by 31 March 2020, the competitive scheme offers the chance to exchange any petrol or diesel car registered before 31 December 2011 for a wide range of Mazda vehicles.

    Combined with the attractive Conditional Sale or Purchase Contract Purchas, Mazda Scrappage Scheme Upgrade Plan not only provides customers with a new way to save from purchasing a new vehicle but also highlights brand’s commitment to the environment.

    Also, for the first time on the Scrappage Scheme Upgrade Plan, new Mazda CX-30 with Skyactiv-X engine setup is available to purchase with customer savings of up to $3,900USD. Featuring Mazda’s advanced Spark Controlled Compression Ignition technology and hybrid system, the 2.0-liter four-cylinder Skyactiv-X offers excellent performance rates and a neat fuel economy.

    SEE ALSO: BMW’s new B58 TwinPower Turbo Inline engine receives a special award

    Also included in the Scrappage Scheme Upgrade Plan is the new Mazda3, with customer savings of more than $4,200USD. With a choice of 27 models across the saloon and hatchback body styles, the new model is marked out by the latest changes of Mazda’s Kodo: Soul of Motion design concept and comes with an extended list of standard features.

    Stick with us for further information!

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    Source: Mazda

  • Audi reveals details about new 2020 A8 TFSI e lineup

    2020-Audi-A8-TSFI-e-910Joining the flagship sedan model line, new A8 TFSI e serves as the brand’s first plug-in hybrid variant of the prominent A8 model. Blending the comfort and convenience of the entire lineup, the plug-in hybrid retains innovative technologies and sophisticated design.

    Efficiency and comfort

    By blending premium design, along with comfort and efficiency, A8 TFSI comes with a 3.0-liter turbocharged V6 power unit, paired with an electric motor integrated into the torque converter of the eight-speed automatic gearbox. By doing so, engineers have managed to achieve a neat balance between power output and efficiency. Also, with an estimated combined output of 443hp and 516lb-ft of torque, A8 TFSI e is capable of accelerating from 0 to 60 km/h in a mere 4.9 seconds. Neat!

    In terms of exterior, new Audi A8 TFSI e differentiates from its siblings by showcasing a new light signature in the front bumper and new 19-inch wheels. The plug-in hybrid also receives an MMI display with electric-specific driving screens that include charging information, additional consumption statistics and other information for the hybrid engine. Also, Audi Virtual Cockpit is also updated in order to display battery data and range stats. Similar to the Audi e-tron lineup, new A8 TFSI features a standard boost function that maximizes power output for even better performance stats.

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    Aiding the powerful TFSI power unit and the electric motor is a lithium-ion battery pack, made up of 104 pouch cells combined in eight modules that can store 14.1 kWh of energy at a voltage of 385V. Furthermore, the battery, which sits beneath the luggage compartment, works in tandem with the combustion engine as a hybrid system – by using the paddle shifters behind the steering wheel, the driver can select from different plug-in specs that include hybrid mode, purely electric and hold mode. Whenever the driver selects EV driving mode, an audible sound is emitted in order to ensure pedestrians are aware of the vehicle’s presence.

    New 2020 A8 TFSI has a starting price of $85,200USD.

    Stick with us for further details!

    Source: Audi

  • Get ready for winter with Jeep North Edition models! Here are some details!

    2020 Jeep North Edition Models As the bitter cold winter comes closer, Jeep team delivers fresh new North Edition models across its lineup. All new vehicles are geared with brand’s legendary 4×4 setup and host tons of handy technologies and features that will make winter trips a breeze.

    North edition models are available for sale and can already be ordered at Jeep dealers. Renegade North Edition will arrive in March 2020.

    Some of the standard features in the new editions include all-weather Jeep 4×4 capability with brake lock differential, anti-lock brakes, and traction control, all-season or all-terrain tires for severe snow conditions and winter traction performance. There are also heated seats and steering wheel, remote start system, Uconnect 8.4-inch touchscreen SiriusXM Travel Link Weather, all-weather floor mats, power heated mirrors and Jeep Trail Rated Kit (it includes tow strap, D rings, carabiner, gloves and a safety kit).

    Additionally, three Jeep North Edition vehicles, Gladiator, Grand Cherokee, and Wrangler, will be on display at the New England International Auto Show at the Boston Convention and Exhibition Center.

    SEE ALSO: Audi reveals details about new 2020 A8 TFSI e lineup

    Starting price for new Jeep North Edition models start from $29,755USD and can go up to $38,795USD.

    Enjoy and stick with us for further details!

    Source: Jeep 

  • Two restored Shelby legends debut together along with a 2020 GT500

    2020 Mustang Shelby Little Red and Green HornetOnce lost, now found and restored to the previous glory, a pair of historic Shelby Mustangs – “Green Hornet” and “Little Red” – are being revealed for the first time, joined by the new Shelby GT500 Mustang at the Barrett-Jackson Scottsdale auction.

    The restored 1968 Shelby GT500 prototype is known as the Green Hornet has undergone a comprehensive procedure, led by Jason Billups of Billups Classic Car in Colcord, Oklahoma. During the process, Jackson floated the idea of finding the Little Red, which had also been lost. And after an extensive search led by Billups, the vehicle was discovered in a rural field in north Texas.

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    Finally, with both machines restored to their original condition, Jackson set out to celebrate their significance by adding a one-of-one Candy Apple Green and Rapid Red 2020 Shelby GT500 to his collection. Both restored vehicles feature four-wheel disc brakes and electronic fuel injection. In fact, the Green Hornet was the first model to roll off the line at Flat Rock Assembly Plant last fall. The vehicle was sold to Jackson for $1.1 million at auction in order to raise funds for Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation.

    2020 Mustang Shelby Little Red and Green Hornet

    2020 Mustang Shelby Green Hornet and Little Red
    2020 Mustang Shelby Green Hornet and Little Red
    2020 Mustang Shelby Green Hornet and Little Red
    2020 Mustang Shelby Green Hornet and Little Red

    Source: Ford