Jeep has announced some exclusive new changes to its diesel-powered Patriot medium-sized SUV, which includes all-new powerful engine unit, improved fuel economy, greater torque and enhanced trim levels. (more…)
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Jeep Patriot with new diesel engine for 2011
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Cadillac Aera Concept Wins the LA Design Challenge
Cadillac’s extraordinary Aera Concept vehicle won the Design Challenge at the 2010 Los Angeles Auto Show. The futuristic ride blow-off the competition, including renowned car manufacturers like Mercedes-Benz, Honda, Nissan, Toyota and Maybach. (more…) -
Audi RS 3 Sportback
Audi RS 3 Sportback is the famous brand’s latest addition, aimed at delivering fans staggering performance figures, exclusive styling and precise handling in ultra fresh, compact package. (more…) -
2010 Honda Fit EV Concept – a production model comes in 2012
At the LA Auto Show, Honda has unwrapped its all-new Fit EV Concept electric vehicle, a key model, which fully demonstrates company’s approach of reducing CO2 emissions through innovative products, energy-management and energy-production technologies. (more…) -
2010 Subaru Legacy Sports Tourer hits the market on 1 December
2010 Subaru Legacy Sports Tourer hits the market on 1 December this year. It features a bold new look, increased space and comfort for all occupants, improved dynamics and refinement, and enhanced safety.It is powered by 2.0-litre four-cylinder turbo-diesel with 150PS (110kW) and 350Nm (258 lb-ft) of torque. The engine is mated to a 6-speed manual gearbox and complies EU5. The car accelerates from 0 to 100 km/h in 9.6 seconds and the top speed is 203 km/h.
The power is transmitted to the road through Symmetrical AWD system, which grants perfect traction in all-weather conditions. (more…)
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Porsche Panamera tuned by Caractere Exclusive
Porsche Panamera received its consecutive tuning package, but this time from belgian tuner Caractere Exclusive.The performance package includes installing new 200-cell catalytic converters and a sport exhaust system from Akrapovic. Of course, everything is specially tuned with ECU re-map and the final result is whopping 605 PS (445 kW) and 840 Nm, instead of factory 500 PS (368 kW) and 700 Nm.
The aerodynamic kit features a new front bumper with integrated lights, side skirts, a new rear bumper and a rear spoiler. (more…)
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Oettinger refined Volkswagen Amarok
The tuning specialists from Oettinger refined VW’s pick up truck – Amarok.The performance package consists of ECU re-map and boosts the 2.0 liter BiTDi engine from 163bhp (120kW) and 400Nm (295 lb-ft) to 190bhp (140kW) and 430Nm (317 lb-ft) of torque.
Furthermore, there are an additional 50 Nm (37 lb/ft) in the critical band between 2800-4000 RPM.
The new 0-100 km/h time is just 10.5 seconds and the top speed raised to 187 km/h (116mph), which is perfect for pick up. (more…)
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Jay Leno reviews the Jaguar C-X75 concept supercar
Jay Leno, the highest rating TV chat show host in America and car lover became the first driver outside Jaguar experienced the capabilities of the all-new Jaguar C-X75 concept supercar.
The car was developed as a special demonstration model for the brand’s 75 years anniversary celebrations. It sports 4 electric motors, each producing 195 horsepower (145kW), which are further backed by 2 small turbine units that runs on compressed natural gas, diesel, biofuel or LPG. Jaguar C-X75 concept stops the timer at just 3.4 seconds for zero to 100 km/h sprint, and 5.5 seconds for the 160 km/h barrier.
“I have compromising pictures of (Jaguar Design Director) Ian Callum. That’s why I am being allowed to drive it first,” joked Jay Leno, pacing about the Jaguar like the big cat of the same name.
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2011 Hyundai Elantra debuts at LA Auto Show scene
Hyundai has finally unveiled its all-new 2011 Elantra compact sedan ride at the stage of the Los Angeles Auto Show. Benefiting from the highly-exclusive Hyundai “Fluidic Sculpture” design language, the 2011 Elantra also packs great safety and fuel efficiency figures. (more…) -
Volvo showcases Air Motion Concept
At the Los Angeles Design Challenge Competition, Volvo took the open-air experience at a whole new level with its ‘lighter than a Formula 1 racing car’ study project – the Volvo Air Motion. (more…) -
Mercedes-Benz BIOME – is it alive?
Mercedes-Benz BIOME is a revolutionary-styled, ultra-light vehicle engineered by the premium brand’s Advanced Design Studios in Carlsbad, California, which amazed the crowd at this year’s edition of Los Angeles Design Challenge with its exceptionally futuristic vision, advanced nature-friendliness and unparalleled lightweight construction. (more…) -
Ferrari 599 GTO – Jeremy Clarkson’s review
Ferrari 599 GTO is the fastest and most powerful road legal model the Italian carmaker has ever produced.It is powered by 6.0 liter naturally aspirated V12 with 670HP and 620Nm of torque. It catapults the GTO to 100 km/h in 3.3 seconds and the top speed is 335km/h.
However, the car costs 300 000 GBP and it doesn’t have AC or SAT NAV, but who needs it, when you have this monster under the hood and the staggering noise. (more…)
