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  • Jeep with revised engine line-up for Europe

    The updated engine range will be presented at the 2010 Paris Motor Show. It includes 2.8 liter turbo diesel for Cherokee, Wrangler and Wrangler Unlimited. The Stop/Start engine technology will be presented, too. Furthermore, Compass and Patriot will be introduced with 2.2 liter turbo diesel.

    The new 2.8 liter turbo diesel in Grand Cherokee, Wrangler and Cherokee produces 200PS (147kW) and 460Nm (339 lb-ft). The Wrangler will be equipped with stop/start technology (manual model only) and an optional five-speed automatic. (more…)

  • Volvo C30 DRIVe Electric – Another ECO vehicle from the company

    Volvo announced another vehicle from their ECO-range – C30 DRIVe Electric, which will be delivered to testers later this year.

    The technical specifications only mention that the car is powered by electric motor supplied by a lithium-ion battery pack. The acceleration from 0 to 100km/h takes 10.5 seconds and the top speed is 130 km/h (81mph).

    The range will be 150km (93miles), so it will be enough for most European commuters, who travel less than that per day. (more…)

  • Lambo showcases new detail photo of its mystery ride for Paris 2010

    Not even a whole day after the last one and Lamborghini has revealed another detail teaser image of its soon-to-be-uwrapped at Mondial de l’Automobile 2010 – exotic masterpiece creation. (more…)

  • VW offers sporty R-Line and R-Line Plus packs for the 2011 Touareg

    Volkswagen has exclusively released two optional sporty packages for the recently premiered next-generation 2011 VW Touareg 5-door SUV. (more…)

  • Tesla unveils new showroom for Paris 2010

    Tesla has announced that its newest showroom is about to open its doors at 30th September in Paris. Yes, the eco-sporty vehicles dedicated automaker is intending to give the green light on its all-new store right at the same with the first press day of the Mondial de l’Automobile 2010, and host media and test drives throughout the course of the whole event. (more…)

  • Exagon Furtive e-GT – up to 400km on electricity

    Exagon Engineering created Furtive e-GT  – a race car powered by electricity. It is 2+2 seater, which can achieve the Tesla Roadster’s acceleration – 0 to 60 mph in 3.5 seconds.

    Exagon Furtive e-GT  is powered by twin Siemens motors producing 340 horsepower. The more important thing is the planned range of 400 km (248.5 miles), before the need for its on-board gasoline motor to kick in to take you the next 400 kilometres. (more…)

  • Lamborghini releases 4th teaser for Paris 2010

    The renowned dream cars maker from Sant’Agata Bolognese, Lamborghini has published the forth teaser regarding its all-new beast creation that is impatiently roaring in the garrage, waiting for its grand premiere at the 2010 Paris show on 30 September. (more…)

  • 2011 Honda Jazz Hybrid at the Paris Motor Show

    Honda Jazz Hybrid will be presented at the 2010 Paris Motor Show. It is the world’s first B-segment car with hybrid technology, which is capable of doing 64.2mpg or 4.4 liter per 100 km.

    2011 Jazz Hybrid is powered by 1.3 litre i-VTEC, which can be found on the Insight Hybrid. The small engine emits just 104 g/km of CO2. The car features flexible Magic Seats and up to 831 litres of boot space. The IMA battery pack is integrated in the area under the boot floor, so the luggage compartment is unharmed. (more…)

  • 2011 KTM X-BOW R – 300PS and 790KG

    2011 KTM X-BOW R have been tested on the Nürburgring Nordschleife. „The car” made from the company only for time attack is powered by 2.0 liter TFSI engine from Audi S3 with around 300PS (221kW).

    KTM X-BOW R weighs just 790 kg, so the power-to-weight ratio will be 2.63 kg/hp. The vehicle is homologated, two-seater without roof. The standard version is less powerful, but still develops 240PS (177kW), again from 2.0 liter TFSI engine.

    The upgrades feature a suspension lowering and a new engine mount set-up to provide for better handling. Among the option list, X-BOW R includes a road-legal Sport package and a Race kit for a track-only version. (more…)

  • Is Citroen C4 Picasso the best family vehicle?

    Citroen reveals latest C4 Picasso, which offers more from everything and especially space. The car features new elegant exterior design, more standard equipment, e-HDi micro-hybrid technology and perfect pricing.

    The new e-HDi micro-hybrid technology combines a second-generation Stop & Start system; a reversible alternator that recovers energy during braking; an e-booster function that re-starts the engine instantly (0.4 seconds); and a refined Euro 5 HDi 110hp DPFS engine with a 6-speed EGS transmission. (more…)

  • Lamborghini Murcielago refined by Status Auto Design

    Status Auto Design tuned one of the most desirable super cars in the world – Lamborghini Murcielago. And if you think that it cannot be improved, just read below.

    The exterior package features an LP640 rear bumper, a sport exhaust system and matt black wheels. For further weight reduction and styling, Murcielago received carbon fiber hood, front spoiler, rearview mirrors and headlights lashes.

    The interior is even more fascinating. It includes alligator leather seats, carbon fiber trim – steering wheel, center console and armrest. (more…)

  • Lexus to showcase its LFA supercar at Australian Motor Show 2010

    At the forthcoming Australian International Motor Show, which will take place this October, Lexus is about to showcase its masterpiece creation, the ultra athletic Lexus LFA supercar. (more…)