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  • Emanuela Wilm to head media relations at Bugatti

    The former journalist has been employed by Volkswagen AG since April 1997. The “Team New Media” was developed in the communication department under her management, and in 2001, she introduced Volkswagen’s B2B market place to the public. In 2000, she accompanied the creation of Auto 5000 GmbH, which was widely discussed at the time, and two years later, she supported the press work of the Hartz Commission in Berlin. She has headed the newly created sector “Lifestyle Communication” in the product communication department since 2003. (more…)

  • 2009 Cadillac CTS-V Performance Reaches the Stratosphere

    As final testing of the limited-edition 2009 CTS-V nears completion, the results suggest that Cadillac’s upcoming sports sedan is entering the stratosphere of the world’s highest-performing cars. Cadillac announces the following performance specifications for all-new 2009 CTS-V: (more…)

  • Ford, university of Michigan Develop New Mobility and Transportation Options for the Future

    Ford Motor Company announced today that it is working with researchers, academia, and public and private companies to develop long-term strategies to confront growing transportation and personal mobility challenges in large and increasingly congested metropolitan areas. (more…)

  • Model T Collector Savors Life in the Slow Lane

    Jay Klehfoth was born into a General Motors family – but you wouldn’t guess it by looking in his garage. Klehfoth is the proud owner of four Ford Model Ts, the first of which he bought when he was only 13 years old.

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  • The Jewel that is Europe II

    “The jewel that is Europe”, one of the most acclaimed international vintage car events, is set to take place along Europe´s most sumptuous coastline. This event is destined for all enthusiasts and owners of automobile jewels, who will be able to enjoy some of the most charming and picturesque natural landscapes that the south of France and Italy have to offer. The rally will begin in Rome on Wednesday June 11, with a programme brimming with events, before departing for the Gulf of Naples where it is set to come to close.

    Bentley Roma, founded by Antonio Giorgio De Paolis, a representative of the tradition and elegance of Bentley Motors in the Italian capital, and Enigma, an exclusive jewellery and watches brand established by Gianni Bulgari, will jointly be hosts to the drivers and passengers of the thirty-three cars that are due to take part in this year’s edition of the famous rally. It will take place over a period of two days, offering the contestants the chance of enjoying an exclusive and personalised tour of Rome.

    On Wednesday evening, inside the Enigma boutique in via Margutta, Giorgio Bulgari will hold a cocktail to celebrate the event. The dazzling guests of honour, lined up against the luxurious backdrop of Via Margutta – closed to traffic for the evening -, will be the seven oldest Bentley cars to participate in this fascinating tour of vintage automobiles.

    This event will be followed by a guided evening highlight, in which the seven Bentleys will join up with the other vintage jewel cars participating in the rally to drive through Rome’s historical centre on a spectacular journey past the Eternal City´s most famous sites.

    Participants in the event, in addition to becoming acquainted with the Enigma jewels and watches displayed at the via Margutta store, will also have the possibility of personally experiencing the quality of the manufacture of Bentley automobiles, thanks to the presence of a team of craftsmen who will be flown in directly from the marque´s factory in Crewe, exclusively for this event.

    The following cars will participate in the Rally and will be on show in via Margutta:

    • Bentley Derby all weather Four Door Open Tourer Vanden Plas (1938)
    • Bentley Mark VI “ CRESTA” designed by Pininfarina (1948)
    • Bentley Continental Convertible (1953)
    • Bentley Continental R Type (1953)
    • Bentley Continental S1 Fast Back (1956)
    • Bentley Continantal S2 (1956)
    • Bentley S1 Flying Spur Four Light (1958)

  • You’ll Like the Sound of the New Peugeot 107 Kiss

    Peugeot is the choice of KISS radio for a new Special Edition 107
    Available in either Raven Black metallic or Laser red
    Upgraded sound system with USB socket for full iPod connectivity

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  • Mitsubishi Motors unveils Lancer Sportback at Paris Motor Show

    Mitsubishi Motors Corporation will unveil, for the first time at an international motor show, the Lancer Sportback at the Le Mondial de l’Automobile 2008 (Paris Motor Show 2008) being held in Halls 1-8 of the Paris Expo Porte de Versailles from October 2 (October 4 for the general public) through October 19. The Lancer Sportback will have its European launch this fall with a phased introduction into the various countries in the region. (more…)

  • New sporty limited edition Fiesta ST

    A special edition Ford Fiesta ST packed with extra equipment is set to thrill Fiesta fans across Britain.  Priced from £15,000 and called ST 500, it will be limited to just 500 and will be distinguished by unique styling touches and extras. The Fiesta ST is renowned for its punchy 2.0-litre 150PS engine, sports-tuned steering, lowered and stiffened sports suspension and short-shift, close ratio gearbox which creates its exciting ride.

    Ford Fiesta ST

    The sporting heritage of the best Ford cars is carried on to this special edition with unique ‘U’-shaped stripes; designed to echo the livery of the classic Escort RS2000 of the 1980s, and matching side livery.

    Ford Fiesta ST - Rear Angle View

    The Fiesta ST500’s features include 17in 11-spoke black alloys, red brake callipers and carbon fibre pattern interior trim. The interior also features a Sony audio system and ebony leather heated seats.

  • BB Audi S5

    The new Audi S5, optimized by the german tuner B&B reaches in the B&B level 1 modification 300hp/600Nm and impressive 325hp/640Nm in level 2, as 3.0 TDI version. The classical Audi S5 4.2 V8 can be optimized in 5 stages up to a maximum of power of 400hp. (more…)

  • MTM Audi S5 GT Supercharged

    At the slightest pressure on the accelerator the MTM S5 GT Supercharged rockets forward with brute force. The compressor added to the Audi 4.2 liter V8 by MTM is what makes this possible. An MTM intercooler housing with integrated water cooling ensures that the engine can always generate maximum performance. (more…)

  • Porsche Cayenne – Enco 550GT

    Already since the year 2000, the Chemnitz-based company ENCO develops and produces fascinating vehicle modifications for demanding customers. The latest creation of the Saxon designer is the ENCO 550 GT Biturbo and is based on the face-lifted Porsche Cayenne. (more…)

  • Brabus Bullit Black Arrow

    Ultra powerful, ultra fast and conspicuously inconspicuous: The four-door stealth super sports car BRABUS BULLIT BLACK ARROW offers performance superlatives like no other car on the market: The basis for the car is the body of the new C-Class sedan, covered with a special matte-black coating. (more…)