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2011 Nissan Juke 1.5-litre dCi – 57.6mpg

Nissan has announced updated version of 1.6-litre petrol and 1.5-litre dCi turbodiesel models. Both engines now benefit of improved fuel efficiency thanks to revised gear ratios.

In other words, the 1.6-litre petrol variant now returns 47.1 mpg on the combined cycle, which is an improvement of 2.3mpg. The emissions have dropped to 139g/km of CO₂, a reduction of 8g/km. This also reflects on taxes by putting the model in VED Band E.

The revised 1.5-litre dCi diesel now returns 57.6 mpg on the combined cycle and emissions of just 129g/km.

These revisions come at no additional cost, so you really can save around £200.

Over 22 000 units have been sold in the UK since Juke was launched on 24^th September 2010.

Source: Nissan

September 22, 2011

Volkswagen Jetta Sport 2.0TDI DSG

Volkswagen Jetta Sport 2.0TDI DSG took the top honour in its Class and we on to be voted overall winner of the 29^th Caravan Club Towcar of the Year Competition.

“It was a real eye-opener being at Millbrook seeing all the cars being put through their paces, they really are put to the towing test.”, commented former Formula 1 driver Johnny Herbert.

“The Club extends its congratulations to all the winners in this Competition. Special plaudits go to the terrific Volkswagen Jetta, it really is a great vehicle and it proved itself time and time again with the judges during testing.”, said Grenville Chamberlain, Caravan Club Chairman.

The VW Jetta Sport diesel is powered by a 2.0 liter TDI with 140PS (103 kW) and 320Nm (236 lb-ft) of torque. It is mated to a double-clutch DSG gearbox and has a staggering range of 1280km (795 miles), which means 5.47 liters per 100 km (43 mpg).

Class wins in the Competition also went to the Skoda Superb Estate Elegance 2.0 DSG; the Volkswagen Touareg Escape 3.0 V6 TDI and the Volvo V60 D5 AWD Volvo Ocean Race.

Source: Volkswagen

September 21, 2011

Toyota FT-86 II Concept Frankfurt 2011

Toyota has brought the sharp and remarkably athletic FT-86 II Concept in Frankfurt for the exhibition. The vehicle showcases the final design for the brand’s next production sports car. It is co-developed with Subaru, so we have to expect a lot, besides the staggering design.

FT-86 II Concept Is powered by a turbocharged 2.0 liter four-cylinder petrol engine with 260PS (194 kW) coupled with a 6-speed manual gearbox. There is no further performance information, but all that power will be sent to the rear wheels. Really, great news!

The concept measures 4 235mm long, 2 570 mm wheelbase, 1 795 mm wide and 1 270 mm high. It’s sporty character is obvious and FT-86 II will definitely win the hearts of the motors port fans.

Source: Toyota

September 21, 2011

Lamborghini Aventador LP700-4 at the 2011 Frankfurt

Lamborghini has introduced two special Aventador LP700-4 cars at the 2011 Frankfurt Motor Show. The first one is finished in White (Bianco Isis) and Black (Nero Nemesis).

LP700-4 is powered by a 6.5 liter V12 with 700PS (515 kW) and 690Nm (509 lb-ft). The engine is coupled to a 7-speed ISR gearbox specially supplied by Graziano Trasmissioni Group. The shift time is just 50 millisecond. The power is put on the road through a Haldex AQD system.

The curb weight is 1575 kg (3 472 lbs), thanks to a carbon fiber-reinforced polymer (CFRP) monocoque structure with total weight of only 147.5 kg.

0 to 100 km/h in 2.9 seconds and Vmax – 350 km/h (217 mph).

The interior boasts bi-color elements and a lot of Alcantara.

2011 Lamborghini Aventador LP700-4 is priced at Europe: € 255 000.

Lamborghini Aventador LP 700-4 Frankfurt 2011

Source: Lamborghini

September 21, 2011

LSD Volkswagen Scirocco

With gull-wing door plates by LSD, the VW Scirocco (type 13) becomes a real head-turner. LSD offers the hinges as a complete set for both doors including hinges, cable set fitting materials and attachments for only 1549 Euro including VAT.

The plates are equipped with the new GRS (Guided Roller System). It offers an adjustment possibility with the roller guidance of the roller bearing integrated in the hinges. This results in more safety and more precise opening and closing of the door.

LSD plates are delivered with a part certificate by the German Technical Control Board which ensures that the LSD gull-wing doors fulfil all security standards.
Compared to other retrofit-sets for gull-wing doors, the LSD plates “made in Germany“ impress with a fully developed technology and the highest-possible quality standard. Moreover, a test laboratory accredited by the Federal German Transport Authority confirmed in a side crash-test that the LSD-solution which is patented in Germany is as safe as any serially fitted door. That means that passenger safety in a side crash is guaranteed according to guideline 96/27/EG by the LSD hinge system. LSD enables an easy and quick assembly without welding or painting works and impresses by its perfect fitting accuracy due to its three-dimensional adjustment.

The LSD plates are fitted to the original door attachment points of the dismantled original plates. After the assembly, the otherwise unchanged original door first opens outwards and then securely guided and damped upwards. Adjustable plates stop doors from opening too far or from falling inwards or downwards when opened. And also, it only takes one grip to close the doors. The LSD gull-wing doors render a sensational look to any car and are the ideal solution of fans of extraordinary tuning- and show cars. The LSD door plates can be obtained directly from LSD or from a specialist dealer.

Source: LSD

September 21, 2011

Citroen Tubik Concept at the 2011 Frankfurt

Citroen has announced rather strange car at the Frankfurt Motor Show, last week. The truck looks like it is coming from 2054, instead of 2011.

The gull-wing door is probably the most amazing part of Tubik, which also has a strange name… The vehicle is presented by a car-show girl with a space suit, headphones and a helm.

Inside, the vehicle has a lot of space, several seats and huge flat-screen monitor. Despite that, the colour theme is not so appropriate – purple, blue and some dark elements.

The vehicle stands on enormous shiny wheels fitted with futuristic tires.

The company didn’t announce any further information about the engine or technologies, which are included in Citroen Tubik Concept.

Source: Citroen

September 20, 2011

Cadillac Ciel Concept at the 2011 Frankfurt

Cadillac Ciel Concept was also introduced at the 2011 Frankfurt Motor Show. The staggering vehicle is inspired by Highway 1 in California.

Ciel Concept is powered by a twin-turbo 3.6 liter V6 with 431PS (317 kW) and 583Nm (430 lb-ft) of torque. The engine is coupled to a hybrid transmission powering an all-wheel-drive system.

The vehicle also features:

Sloping bolsters on the seats that allow passengers to slide into the seats more comfortably

A personal device storage area on the front of the console with inductive charging and Bluetooth connectivity

A power-assisted transmission shifter that deploys as soon as the engine is started

Lighting in the armrests that combines a natural light well for daytime driving and ambient lighting for nighttime drives

Door storage areas that are inspired by premium fashion accessories and open with high-quality zippers

Pull-out blankets are available for all three passengers and retract automatically

All the seats have heating and cooling features, along with a drawer containing sun lotion, sun glasses and towels, as well as aromatherapy that is controlled from the rear armrest.

Source: Cadillac

September 20, 2011

Manhart MH1 Biturbo

M3, M5, M6 … What was really lacking in this sequence was a smaller M1, which – with due respect to its famous predecessor of the same name – has now been officially called “1 Series M Coupe” by BMW. The engineers at BMW M GmbH are mighty proud of their smallest M-Racer, which thanks to an in-line six cylinder engine with TwinPower Turbo-charging and direct fuel injection, sends out a whopping 340 hp on the crankshaft. Alongside so much power, even a Porsche Cayman R must back off.

As one of the foremost engine tuners in Germany, the Manhart Racing Company, led by the engine tuning icon, Günter Manhart, will offer from now on a completely remodelled 1 Series M Coupe. The Manhart MH1 Biturbo stands out with its standard consistent increase in power to 415 hp, which catapults it directly into the same league as the M3 Coupe and the Porsche 997 Carrera GTS. The in-house sports exhaust system, including down pipes and stainless steel silencers, ensures not only a few extra horsepower, but also an aggressive sound.

This is of course still by no means the end, for, so that high performance can also be efficiently reached without large losses in traction propulsion, Manhart Racing built an in-house specially tuned coilover suspension and a magnificent Concave One wheel-set. The exclusive MHR forged wheels rotates with 9×20 inch turn forward, on the drive axle in 10.5 x20 inch turns, in combination with a 245 and 295 Continental Sport contact 5 set of tyres. For more down-force on the front axle, there is also a fine, handmade carbon-fibre front splitter, including a central bar. In the rear section, Manhart has built in a diffuser on the 1M Coupe, made also of course from high-quality carbon fibre fabrics. A set of quality carbon mirror covers completes perfectly the changes to the exterior.

For the interior of the MH1 Coupe, the experts form Geilenkirchen offer sports performance seats in the front and an Alcantara rear seat at the back, both enhanced with red stitching.

Prices:

MHR full carbon fibre front splitter	1,990 Euro
MHR full carbon rear diffuser	1,820 Euro
MHR coilover suspension	2,580 Euro
MHR Concave One forged wheels in 9×20 and 10.5×20 with 245 and 295 tyres
Complete set	7,499 Euro
Performance improvement up to 415 hp	3,900 Euro
MHR stainless steel silencers	1,890 Euro
Down pipes	799 Euro
MHR complete exhaust system	3,799 Euro
MHR performance seats	2,522 Euro
Decoration panel	399 Euro

All prices include 19% VAT

Source: Manhart Racing

September 20, 2011

Prior Design Ford Mustang

Prior Design has introduced complete aerodynamics package for Ford Mustang before ‘09 models.

The body kit includes entirely new front bumper with large air intakes, a pair of modified side skirts and newly styled rear bumper. The package also includes all mounting materials and all parts have TÜV certificate.

Everything fits perfectly and needs no further interventions.

To suit the aggressive package, you’ll definitely need the GT500 model, which is powered by a huge 5.4 liter supercharged V8 delivering 500PS (373 kW) at 6000RPM and 650Nm (480 lb-ft) of torque at 4500RPM. The engine is mated to a 6-speed manual gearbox delivering all that torque to a LSD at rear wheels.

Source: Prior Design

September 19, 2011

Alfa Romeo 4C at the 2011 Frankfurt Motor Show

Alfa Romeo 4C Concept was firstly introduced at the 2011 Geneva Motor Show and now the manufacturer has brought it in Frankfurt.

Actually, the model 4C will hit the US market somewhere in 2013, but Alfa Romeo didn’t release any further information.

The engine is the well-known 1750 TBi petrol engine delivering 200PS (147 kW). The vehicle also boasts extremely low weight of around 850kg, which means power-to-weight ratio lower than 4kg/hp.

The results are thanks to a superbly light chassis supporting a body made of carbon fiber. The rear frame structure and the crash boxes are made of aluminum.

So, Alfa Romeo 4C will be not only fast in straight line, but in the corners, too. Finally, Lotus Exige will have it’s true rival.

Looking forward for more information about this small super sports car.

Source: Alfa Romeo

September 19, 2011

Land Rover Defender Concept DC100 in Frankfurt

Land Rover took the interesting DC100 Concept at the Frankfurt Motor Show. The vehicle is practically the new Defender model, which is expected sometimes in 2015, of course, if the world does not end in 2012…

Here is an interesting video directly from the Auto Show published by Marchettino in Youtube. You can see all the interesting extras of the DC100.

The SUV is powered by a 2.0 liter petrol engine and a 2.0 liter diesel, which are mated to an 8-speed gearbox.

As the world is gone mad with the hybrid technologies, both engines will be included in hybrid or plug-in hybrid powertrains.

Check out the video, below!

httpv://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IRLK4hvUSL8

Land Rover Defender DC100 Sport Frankfurt 2011

Source: Marchettino via Youtube

September 19, 2011

Wiesmann Roadster MF3 Final Edition at the 2011 Frankfurt

Wiesmann showcased MF3 Roadster Final Edition at the 2011 Frankfurt Motor Show. The special limited edition vehicle was created with the assistance of Sieger fashion.

MF3 Roadster Final Edition boasts a bespoke interior with premium leather and chrome accents. It is also available in 18 different colours as the showcased model is in white.

Wiesmann MF3 Roadster is powered by a 3.2 liter naturally aspirated BMW engine, which is well-known from M3 E46. It delivers 343PS (252 kW) and 365Nm (269 lb-ft) of torque. It is mated to either a 5 or 6-speed manual gearbox or an optional 6-speed SMG. The performance is brutal – 0 to 100 km/h in 4.9 seconds and a top speed of 255 km/h (158 mpg).

The price is not announced, yet.

Source: Wiesmann

September 19, 2011

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