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KW Volkswagen Golf VI Convertible Adds The Lambo-Effect with LSD-Doors

The sub-brand of KW Automotive – LSD-Doors has given the Volkswagen Golf VI Convertible new spectacular appearance. LSD Doors were installed without a big effort giving this Volkswagen model a great advantage.

Namely – instead of replacing the entire door, one just have to replace the series hinges against the LSD-Doors hinges. This means that one can now open the Golf doors just like the doors of many Lamborghini models.

As a matter of fact, the LSD fittings set a standard for high quality styling accessories with their three-dimensional adjustment possibility, the effortless installation at the original mounting points and their perfect fit. The perfect opening and closing of the doors happens thanks to the adjustable roller guide of the Guided Roller System (GRS+) with additional locking.

Furthermore, the swing arm of the LSD hinges is directed via roller when the movement is happening. A gas spring which matches the weight of the door, keeps it in position in the complete opened status. In addition, thanks to the LSD hinges, the original doors open first outwards and then in the upper direction.

Source: LSD-Doors

February 26, 2013

Bertone Aston Martin Rapide Shooting Brake

Bertone has revealed the Aston Martin Rapide Shooting Brake, which is scheduled to debut at the 2013 Geneva Motor Show in March.

The Concept is completely different compared to normal Rapide. The C-pillars bent forwards and connect to the muscular and tall wheel arches. This gives the perception of movement even when the car is still. There is also a full length LED strip at the back and the sharply tilted tailgate.

The interior is in 2+2 seating arrangement with individual seats for every passenger. The new body style gives plenty of room for the rear passenger. The rear seats can be folded flat to increase the luggage space. There are aluminum, wood and two-tone leather trims.

No words about performance, but probably the Rapide Shooting Brake will have the same engine as Rapide S – a 6.0 liter V12 with 558HP (410 kW) at 6,750RPM and 620Nm (458 lb-ft) of torque at 5,000RPM. 0-100 km/h in 4.9 seconds and a top speed of 250 km/h (electronically limited.

Source: Bertone

February 25, 2013

2014 Jeep Cherokee – Aggressive and Bold

Jeep has announced the new 2014 Cherokee, which will make its official debut at the New York Auto Show. For 2014, Jeep brings the Cherokee name back to North America with the debut of its all-new mid-size sport-utility vehicle.

The exterior is very different from that we are used to see in Cherokee. It combines aggressiveness and bold design. The curved griller, thin headlights and the uniquely shaped front hood give the SUV exceptional style.

There is no information about the powertrains, but probably the new Cherokee will be powered by a 2.4 liter four-cylinder petrol and a 3.2 liter V6 for the US market. The Europeans should expect powerful and economical diesel variants.

The all-new 2014 Jeep Cherokee will be built in the United States at Chrysler Group’s Toledo Assembly Plant in Toledo, Ohio, and will arrive in dealer showrooms in the third quarter of this year.

Source: Jeep

February 25, 2013

TechArt Porsche 911 Carrera 4S – Full Details

TechArt has released full details about their latest tuning program for the new Porsche 911 Carrera 4S. The sports car comes with complete aerodynamics body kit as well as a set of new wheels and interior modifications. The tuned Porsche will make its official debut at the 2013 Geneva Motor Show.

The exterior boasts Emerald Green paint and an aerodynamic body kit including a new front spoiler, a pair of revised side skirts and a black-painted front hood. There is also a tail spoiler, a new rear diffuser and wing. The car also comes with a racing exhaust system with dual center tailpipes.

Other highlight is the Noselift System, which is very useful when going over speed bumps. It can rise the front of the with up to 60 mm. There are also different types of alloy wheels – 20” and 21” fitted with ultra-low profile performance tires.

The interior features color-matching trim elements, decorative accent stitching and a new three-spoke steering wheel with black paddle shifters.

Last, but not least is the new instrument cluster with matching colors.

Source: TechArt

February 25, 2013

World Premiere For Wiesmann GT MF4-CS In Geneva [TEASER]

Wiesmann GT MF4-CS is the latest sports car by the automotive manufacturer Wiesmann which has just been teased. What we can see from the image released by the brand is just the front of the car and this is where we get the impression of the provocative red exterior color and the typical Wiesmann front fascia.

However, it surely seems that the new GT MF4-CS is going to have more contemporary style. The model is going to make a world premiere at the international motor show in Geneva in March. To go further into details, the new car is a club sport version of the Wiesmann GT MF4-S and will be available in a limited edition run of 25 cars.

The club sports version which debuted back in 2010 at the same Auto Show, and it utilizes V8 unit which generates 420 horsepower (310 kW) and 295 pound-feet (410 Nm) of torque. The model accelerates for only 4.4 seconds to get from 0 to 100 km/h.

The same uncompromising approach will be used in the GT MF4-CS, which in addition will undergo a weight reduction and will include pure performance-oriented racing elements. Therefore it will probably also deliver great opportunities for achieving the best times on racetracks around the world.

Source: Wiesmann

February 25, 2013

Porsche Celebrates Fifty Years Of The Iconic 911 Model

The iconic Porsche 911 is celebrating 50 years being at the heart of the automotive industry as one of the most desirable cars. The model has served as an inspiration to car enthusiasts around the world since its debut as the 901 at the IAA International Automotive Show in Frankfurt, back in September 1963.

Furthermore, the emblematic 911 is considered as the central point of reference for all other Porsche series. This basically means that every Porsche is the most sporting automobile in its category, and each one carries a piece of the 911 philosophy.

Now, since 1963 over 820 000 Porsche 911’s have been built since 1963. Through these fifty years, seven generations have been created from this model. An example from each one of them will be present at the 2013 Festival of Speed.

What is more, thanks to the support of the Porsche Museum in Stuttgart, and private collectors and enthusiasts, a number of significant editions of the 911 are set to be in action at the Goodwood. Further examples of significant Porsche competition cars including the 356, 908, 917 and 962 are also anticipated.

Another interesting fact, with which the brand is to celebrate the anniversary, is that the 1967 model 911 is going to be sent to Goodwood as part of a world tour. This particular model will it visit Pebble Beach, California, as well as China, France, and Australia.

In addition to all this, the Porsche Museum will be marking the “50 years of the Porsche 911” with a special exhibition from 4 June to 29 September. Morover, even Goodwood is honouring the versatile sports cars with a bespoke 911-inspired sculpture that promises to be a highly distinctive “art installation”.

Source: Porsche

February 25, 2013

Disco Volante Returns To Geneva [TEASER]

Touring Superleggera Disco Volante debuted last year at the Geneva Motor Show. Now a year later, the brand will showcase at the same show the first rolling unit of the Disco Volante Touring.

It will be a two seater grand tourer built on demand, and to be more precise it utilizes the Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione frame, driveline and technology. In order to complete the whole engineering, development and manufacturing process, it took the team only ten months.

Many parts of the new body are made from carbon fibre, which not only adds aesthetics to the car, but also – structural value to the traditional hand-beaten aluminium panels. In fact, the touring Superleggera is one of the rare companies that offer the whole in-house productive cycle.

We aren’t one hundred percent sure, but it is rumored that the model will include a 4.7 liter V8 engine which generates 450 hp (331 kW) and has 470Nm (347 lb-ft) of torque. The unit will be probably mated to an electronically controlled six-speed sequential gearbox with paddle-shifters on the steering wheel.

More details around Disco Volante will be announced at the Show, where the official reveal of the car will take place.

Source: Touring Superleggera

February 25, 2013

2013 Volkswagen Golf VII Plug-in Hybrid – 1.5 liters per 100 km

Volkswagen has announced the new Golf Plug-in Hybrid, which is based on the 7^th generation of the hatchback. It is expected to hit the market in the beginning of the next year.

The Golf VII Plug-in Hybrid is powered by a 1.4 liter TFSI with 150HP (110 kW) and a 102HP (75 kW) electric motor coupled to a dual-clutch S-tronic 6-speed gearbox. The powertrain is the same as in Audi A3 e-Tron Plug-in Hybrid. The total power is 204HP (150 kW) and 350Nm (258 lb-ft) of torque.

0-100 km/h in 7.6 seconds and a staggering fuel consumption of 188 mpg UK (156.5 mpg US) – 1.5 liters / 100 km with CO2 emissions of 35 g/km. What is more, the Plug-in Hybrid Golf is capable of travelling up to 50 km (31 miles) in electric mode with speeds up to 130 km/h (81 mph).

February 22, 2013

2013 Mazda2 Venture Edition

Mazda has announced a new special edition Mazda2. The small hatchback is one of the best-selling models in the UK. Mazda Venture Edition will be offered for £13,295 OTR.

It is powered by a 1.3 liter petrol with 84HP (62 kW). It boasts a set of 16” Bright Finish alloy wheels, black mirror housings, rear parking sensors, dusk-sensing lights and rain-sensing wipers, new sporty seat trim with red stitching, two unique exterior colours (Zeal Red Mica and Meteor Grey Mica) and special ‘Venture Edition’ badges.

Among the standard equipment you will find a sports styling kit, front fog lamps, privacy glass and a rear bumper sports trim. Inside, there are front, side and curtain airbags, leather steering wheel with audio controls, CD radio with Auxiliary jack and four speakers, plus a TomTom^® navigation with a 5.8” touch screen, integrated Bluetooth^® hands-free kit, climate control air-conditioning and electric rear windows to create a genuine premium car ambience.

The model will be offered until the end of March 2013.

Source: Mazda

February 22, 2013

2013 Fiat 500L – Two New Engines

Fiat has announced their plans to offer two new engines for the iconic 500L. The “City Lounge”, as the car has been dubbed, is the result of a very special alchemy. It is a new city car concept that redefines the compact category for the modern family in an emotional vein by expanding on a few styling features of the 500 in unprecedented forms.

The first one is a 0.9 liter TwinAir Turbo with 105HP (74 kW) and 145Nm (107 lb-ft) of torque. 0-100 km/h in 12.3 seconds and a top speed of 180 km/h (112 mph). It returns astonishing fuel consumption of just 58.8 MPG UK – 4.8 liters / 100 km with CO2 emissions of 112 g/km.

Second is 1.6 liter MultiJet II Turbo-diesel again with 105HP (74 kW), but 320Nm (236 lb-ft) of torque. 0-100 km/h in 11.3 seconds and a top speed of 181 km/h (112 mph). It needs just 4.5 liters / 100 km – 62.7 MPG UK with CO2 emissions of 117 g.

Both engines will offered in the 500L from March, this year.

Source: Fiat

February 22, 2013

2013 Mazda MX-5 Venture Edition

A special edition Mazda MX-5 Venture will be available until the end of March 2013 in the UK. The roadster is priced from £18,895 for the 1.8 liter version.

The highlights include a set of new 17” Bright Finish alloy wheels, heated tan leather sports seats, tan leather door inserts and (on the soft-top model) a tan fabric roof. A choice of four exterior colours is offered – Brilliant Black, Copper Red Mica, Meteor Grey Mica and Stormy Blue Mica – plus Venture Edition badges.

The 1.8 liter delivers 126HP (93 kW), while the powerful 2.0 liter variant has 160HP (118 kW). Both are mated to a 5-speed manual gearbox. The 2.0 liter Venture Edition Roadster is priced from £22,295.

Source: Mazda

February 22, 2013

World Premiere For 2014 Citroen C3 At Geneva Motor Show

2014 Citroen C3 will make a world debut at the 83rd Geneva Motor Show next month. The C3 model was launched back in 2002 and since then it has achieved a major success in the automotive industry. Now the popular model comes with as fresh features that strengthen and enhance its appeal.

This Citroen is prepared for official market launch in early summer 2013. Here the “Créative Technologie” is featured as a panoramic Zenith windscreen, the efficient engines deliver CO2 emissions as low as 87g/km, and more personality is achieved through assertive styling, a revitalized front end and new tail lights.

First of all, the exterior of the new Citroen C3 has soft curves with dynamic taut lines. The front end is entirely restyled and creates a new ‘face’ with updated chevrons and bumper-mounted LED daytime running lights.

Additionally, expressive new tail light clusters matched together with new reflectors are set underneath the rear bumper. The range’s palette now comprises of nine colours thanks to the addition of the new Ink blue body paint.

Secondly, the interior is finely crafted with top-quality materials, including chrome detailing and a thermo-coated soft-touch dashboard. This can be emphasized through the new dashboard strips in matt black, a warm brown or Moondust grey, which coordinate with the new style upholstery. The instrument cluster is also backlit in white for a modern look.

Although the exterior dimensions of this vehicle are in general compact: 3.94m long and 1.71m wide – with a 10.8m turning circle, the new C3 offers a spacious and practical interior. For instance, it includes 300-litre boot which is among the largest in its class. The semi-high seats deliver easy access and give occupants a commanding view of their surroundings.

Furthermore, the unique Zenith windscreen included in the C3 provides greater visibility. In particular, it increases the upward field of vision for front passengers by 80° and when it is combined with ultra-slim pillars it gives a panoramic view of the road ahead. In addition, the screen will also offer to the occupants a solar protection at the top, which gradually merges into clear glass for an optimum field of vision.

What is more, the comfort of the driving experience is enhanced via the reversing camera and parking sensors. The convenience is increased via technology features such as an RD4 MP3 audio system, Connecting Box (Bluetooth hands-free kit, jack plug and USB socket), eMyWay navigation and a powerful HiFi System.

In terms of power, C3 has new-generation PureTech 3-cylinder petrol engines with a 1.0 or 1.2-litre capacity. Although lively and responsive to drive, they are also fuel and CO2 efficient. For example, the VTi 68 and VTi 82 PureTech engines achieve impressively low fuel consumption, between 62.8 and 65.7mpg, and CO2 emissions between 99 and 104g/km.

And in addition, 2014 Citroen C3 is to be offered with four diesel engines – HDi 70, e-HDi 70, HDi 90 and e-HDi 115. Three of them include micro-hybrid e-HDi technology with the Stop & Start system, thanks to which the C3 makes one of the best fuel efficiency and lowest CO2 emissions cars in its class.

Source: Citroen

February 22, 2013

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