Category: Car Makes

Car Makes

  • Audi S tronic

    Seven gears that shift at lightning speed without interrupting traction – Audi presents a new phase in the evolution of transmission systems. The seven-speed S tronic has an extremely dynamic, high-efficiency action. This new dual-clutch transmission is designed for use with a longitudinally installed engine and quattro all-wheel drive. It is suitable for a wide range of sporty models and will go into production in the second half of 2008. In addition to the new seven-speed S tronic, Audi offers a wide range of other transmission technologies, with an ideal solution for every need. (more…)

  • Isuzu Expands Rodeo Appeal

    Isuzu’s popular Rodeo pickup range is about to be topped and tailed by two appealing new versions – a new 3.0 litre Denver Max LE with either manual or automatic transmission and a new entry-level 2.5 litre 4×2 Single Cab. (more…)

  • Hyundai Runs EURO 2008 “Before Service” Campaign

    In conjunction with the UEFA EURO 2008™ football tournament being hosted by Switzerland and Austria this month, Hyundai Motor Company, South Korea’s largest automaker, is offering?EURO 2008 Before Service?in eight host cities from June 6~29. (more…)

  • Advertising campaign for the Delta launch: “Not a spot … but a film”

    For the launch of the model that will mark its return to the most important European car segment, Lancia chose to interpret the positioning of the Delta by combining the personality of Richard Gere and a story that is particularly close to his lifestyle and the values he upholds within one advertising spot. (more…)

  • Carlos Sainz joins the Fabia Super 2000 Test Programme

    Successful tarmac test of the new Skoda Fabia Super 2000. Two time world champion Carlos Sainz, joined experienced test drivers Jan Kopecky and Raimund Baumschlager; the team recently tested the competition version of the Fabia Super 2000 in Austria. The Volkswagen factory driver won the Central European Rally with a Race Touareg this year in April and contributed to the double success of the new Scirocco in its class at the 24-hour race in Nurnburgring a few days ago. (more…)

  • Citroen Berlingo Multispace

    Citroen is launching the Berlingo Multispace, an all-new version of the UK’s most popular value MPV. This fun new model boasts distinctive design, a spacious and versatile interior and offers exceptional value for money.

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  • Volkswagen’s U.S. Debut of Zero Emission Tiguan

    Volkswagen of America, Inc. is showcasing its broad range of near-term and future fuel-efficient powertrain technologies with the all-new 2.0 liter TSI Tiguan, the upcoming 2.0 liter Jetta TDI and the North American debut of the Tiguan HyMotion Fuel Cell Concept. (more…)

  • BMW of North America Expands Headquarters

    BMW of North America, LLC. today opened its new $100 million addition to its Woodcliff Lake, New Jersey US headquarters. The expansion is BMW Group’s largest investment in the U.S. since the inception of its U.S. subsidiary in 1975, apart from the plant in Spartanburg, S.C. (more…)

  • Suzuki announce new Hayabusa & gsx-r750 colours

    Following the announcement last month of a new colour scheme for the GSX-R1000, Suzuki GB has now added a further two colour options to their Supersport range, with a new limited white GSX1300R Hayabusa and an orange and black GSX-R750.

    Available this month from any authorised Suzuki dealer, the two new additions offer greater choice for customers, brought about by consumer interest at the many outdoor events that Suzuki GB attend. (more…)

  • New Ford Focus RS on track as first details confirmed

    Ford RS is back and the all-new Focus RS is on track!  An early prototype of the fastest Focus road car to date is now undergoing performance and durability testing at the challenging Nu”rburgring Circuit in Germany, in preparation for its launch in 2009.

    The principal architect of the Focus RS project is Ford of Europe’s Vehicle Line Director for Performance Vehicles, Jost Capito, whose Team RS development group were responsible for the first generation Focus RS in 2002, and more recently, the Fiesta ST and the new Focus ST. (more…)

  • Volvo C30 Wins Ward’s AutoWorld Interior Design Award

    Ward’s AutoWorld magazine once again acknowledged Volvo for superior car interior design. The Volvo C30 earned Ward’s Interior Design Award for Best Brand Reflection. Last year, Ward’s named the Volvo S80 winner of the Best Interior Design of the Year Award.

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