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  • BMW N55: Turbo, Valvetronic, and Direct Injection in ONE!

    You surely must remember the ad wars between Audi and BMW from a couple of years ago! Either that or you probably came by this article opening your older brother’s laptop. Either way, the outcome was somewhat unsatisfying due to Subaru’s spin on the matters, when they took advantage of their International Engine of the Year 2006 Award to rub it in the face of the Bavarian teasers. (more…)

  • Kicherer E-Class Performance tuning package

    Kicherer E-Class Performance is the latest and the first complete tuning package from Kicherer for the new E-Class with AMG. Seems like Sport and Luxury are the two leading tuning directions at the moment, and Kicherer definitely know that. (more…)

  • German debut for the Fisker’s Karma at the Frankfurt Motor show

    During the next week’s Frankfurt Motor show, the four-door Fisker Karma plug-in hybrid electric vehicle will make its German debut. Lined by impressing numbers of 83g CO2/km and economy rating of 3.5L/100km, the Karma will be one of the cleanest and most efficient cars in the world. (more…)

  • Team Ocelot presents new light protected patrol vehicle – LPPV concept

    The Ocelot is a 7 and a half tonne vehicle.  It has  four wheel steering giving it a market leading turning circle of 12 metres and has a low centre of gravity as all the heavy items are contained within the skateboard. It is 5.3m long, 2.3 high and 2.1 wide.

    Team Ocelot – a unique collaboration between Ricardo and Force Protection Europe – has today launched a revolutionary new light protected patrol vehicle (LPPV) concept offering the potential for much higher standards of occupant protection and operational flexibility than today’s defence light vehicle products. (more…)

  • MANSORY Chopster Limited Edition at the Frankfurt Motor show

    The latest generation of the ultimate MANSORY Chopster is about to hit the Frankfurt’s stage. Based on the Porsche Cayenne Turbo S, the new Chopster is even more noble, exclusive and full with innovations. (more…)

  • Lotus will introduce the Range Extender Engine at Frankurt Motor Show 2009

    This is a 1.2 litre 3-cylinder with 2 valves per cylinder belt-driven engine. It produces 47bhp at 3500 rpm via integrated electrical generator and 107N/m of torque.

    Like all other manufacturers, Lotus also are targeted to hybrid vehicles. The Lotus Range Extender engine offers the advantage of a cost effective design, high efficiency and low mass and in the same time extended range.

    The main project is called “Limo-green” and it is a collaboration between Lotus Engineering, Jaguar Cars Ltd, MIRA Ltd and Caparo Vehicle Technologies. The goal is making a large executive saloon with less than 120 g/km CO2 emissions.

    Technical details:
    Technical specification of the Lotus Range Extender engine

    General 1.2 litre 3-cylinder with 2 valves per cylinder, SOHC Belt driven
    Construction Monoblock with Integrated Exhaust Manifold All aluminium Balance shaft (optional) Direct-coupled generator
    Bore and Stroke 75.0 mm x 90.0 mm
    Compression ratio 10:1
    Maximum power 35 kW (47 bhp) at 3500 rpm via integrated electrical generator
    Peak torque 107 Nm at 2500 rpm
    Maximum BMEP 11.2 bar
    Maximum Engine Speed 3500 rpm
    Fuel System Port fuel injection, Lotus EMS
    Fuel 95 RON ULG / ethanol / methanol
    Dry weight 56 kg

  • CITROËN is prepairing a surprise for the visitors of Frankfurt Motorshow 2009

    Mr. Frédéric Banzet, Director General of Citroën will reveal the Citroen’s latest creation on Tuesday 15th September at 10.00am in Hall 8, Stand A24.

    We can just guess how the small car will look like. At first glance the big wheels and sporty silhouette are making an impression.

    Hopefully the Citroen calculated carefully their move and they don’t disappoint the audience. (more…)

  • Carlsson E-CK63 RS

    No doubt Mercedes-Benz E 63 AMG is the most dynamic business limousine in the brands range. Already AMG refined, the vehicle combines the irresistible 525 hp (386 kW) with very luxurious interior equipment. (more…)

  • 2010 Volvo C30 Facelift

    The first C30 is available since 2006 and it is about time for Volvo to make a facelift of this hot hatchback. The main changes can be noticed at the front of the car. New headlamps and new more aggressive front bumper underline the sporty look of the 3 door C30. The car received larger iron mark and air intake. (more…)

  • Two Green Debuts from REVA at Frankfurt Motor show

    At the 63rd Frankfurt International Motor Show (IAA) REVA Electric Car Company will show the world two new green M1 classified electric cars. REVA NXR is a hatchback family car for urban driving with four seats and three-doors, it can be ordered at the show, but the production is scheduled for the beginning of 2010. (more…)

  • SEAT ECOMOTIVE Range at Frankfurt Motor show

    Recently, all manufacturers make their cars “greener” and the Seat is not an exception. The new ECOMOTIVE range is fitted with the very latest 105 hp 1.6 TDI CR engine, and boasts both a DPF particulate filter and cutting edge common rail fuelling technology as standard. (more…)

  • Underride Guard Set for the Volkswagen Tiguan

    The successful Volkswagen Tiguan stands for two words – Power and Wildness. The same words can describe the practical and visually enhancing underride guard set for the front and the rear that Volkswagen Accessories are now offering us. An underride guard variant is also available for those who have already selected aerodynamics products or the R-Line for their Tiguan. (more…)