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  • 2011 Dodge Charger – first images

    2011 Dodge Charger is on its way. The car is scheduled to hit the market in the end of this year. The new features are: an aggressive front bumper, a big grille, nice roofline and distinctive taillights, which have 164 LED bulbs – resembling the 1969 Charger.

    There are no interior pictures, but Dodge assured that the new Charger boasts a three-spoke steering wheel and high-quality materials. However, I remember my first time in the previous Charger, which have been produced since 2006, the quality was awful and the ergonomics, too. Hopefully, they revised that, because the car looks really stylish and good outside. (more…)

  • Lexus CT 200h – more details

    Lexus CT 200h will be put on sale early next year. The hybrid hatchback is expected to be one of the best selling cars on the market boasting nice styling, a sports roof-mounted spoiler, 17” alloys and LED headlights.

    The interior features 8” LCD display, metallic accents and some nice materials. In true ECO spirit, Lexus equipped the car with installed “bamboo charcoal-based resin diaphragm speakers” and bioplastic dashboard components. (more…)

  • 2011 Renault Latitude – the newest flagship

    2011 Renault Latitude will join the company line-up. Latitude is specially designed to become the flagship model in Russia. The car measures 4 887mm in lenght, 1 832mm – width, 1 483mm – height and a wheelbase of 2 762mm.

    The executive saloon features adaptive bi-xenon headlights, LED taillights, chrome accents, and an optional panoramic glass sunroof. (more…)

  • Porsche Cayenne CLR 550 GT by Lumma Design

    One of the latest projects of Lumma Design is CLR 550 GT – based on brand-new Porsche Cayenne.

    The body kit from Lumma includes a new front spoiler, sporty bonnet, side skirts, customized openings in the door fixtures, wider wheelhouse, rear spoiler with carbon diffuser.

    The front spoiler has a deep drawn cup spoiler sword and additional carbon applications. It also features LED daytime running lights, which are a furore among all new cars and nice small fog lights.

    The bonnet is made from carbon and Kevlar for maximum strength and lower weight.

    The wing extensions improve aerodynamics, along with the side skirts, which give airflow to the rear brakes. Customized openings in the door fixtures provide additional cooling. The wider wheelhouse of the front and rear wheels completes the exterior.

    The sports SUV stands on 11Jx23” wheels with high performance tires.

    The rear spoiler and its carbon diffuser cover the three stainless steel tailpipes.

    Price list for the tuning package is not announced, yet.

    Porsche Cayenne CLR 550 GT 2010
    Porsche Cayenne CLR 550 GT 2010
    Porsche Cayenne CLR 550 GT 2010

  • Audi Flicks Switch On Second Electric Show Car In Detroit

    Audi is showing an uncompromising purist compact sports car with all-electric drive at the first major auto show of 2010. The Detroit showcar Audi e-tron is the name of this 3.93 metre long and 1.78 metre wide but just 1.22 metre tall two-seater; just a few months after the debut of the Audi e-tron at the 2009 Frankfurt Motor Show, this is now the second electric concept vehicle from the brand with the four rings.

    Coupled with the Detroit showcar Audi e-tron’s low gross weight of around only 1,350 kilograms, high-torque power units driving the rear wheels guarantee commensurate road performance. Two electric motors with a combined output of 204PS and 2,650 Nm (1954.54 lb-ft) accelerate the coupe with ASF-design aluminium body from 0 to 62mph in just 5.9 seconds. The Audi e-tron accomplishes the sprint from 37mph to 75mph (60 to 120 km/h) in a mere 5.1 seconds. (more…)

  • Skoda Announces Superb Estate Pricing

    Prices for the award-winning new Škoda Superb Estate have been announced. Prices start at just £17,715 OTR for the Superb Estate S with the 1.4 TSI 125bhp engine. With class-leading legroom and boot space, a long list of standard equipment and Škoda’s legendary great value, the Superb Estate sets a new standard for estate motoring.

    The Superb Estate will be available in three trim levels, S, SE and Elegance. A choice of six engines will be offered, three petrol and three diesel, ranging from the entry-level 1.4 TSI 125bhp to the range-topping 3.6 V6 260bhp DSG 4×4. (more…)

  • 2010 Brussels Motor Show Debut For New Ford S-Max And New Ford Galax

    Ford of Europe will unveil new versions of its top-selling S-MAX and Galaxy at the 2010 Brussels Show on January 13. With fresh designs, they feature new interior materials and features, a range of more efficient powertrains and a host of driver focused technologies aimed at improving safety and comfort.

    The 2010 S-MAX and Galaxy models kick off an exciting year for new product introductions from Ford of Europe. (more…)

  • Audi releases 2010 MY prices for A4, A5, Q5

    Audi today released pricing for the 2010 model-year Audi A4 sedan, Audi A5 coupe and Audi Q5 crossover vehicle, which are headed to authorized Audi dealerships to meet strong consumer demand.

    Audi moved sales of the 2010 models ahead a few weeks following a successful sell-down of the previous model-year inventory. Sales of the 2009 Audi A5, for example, finished June 168% ahead of the sales pace set a year earlier. Demand for the all-new Audi Q5 has been exceptionally strong since its February introduction to consumers with sales hitting 5,701 so far this year. (more…)

  • Mazda3 2.0 Sport introduces ‘i-stop’ technology

    On sale since 18 May, the all-new Mazda3 range incorporates a distinctively fresh bodystyle that portrays a more powerful and emotional design, plus a richer expression and a more dynamic stance.  Now the 20-model line up is completed by the arrival of two Mazda3 2.0 Sport models (hatchback and saloon, priced from £18,025 OTR), featuring 151ps petrol engines and innovative ‘i-stop’ (Smart Idling Stop System) fuel-stretching technology.  The system, which automatically switches off the engine, on engaging neutral, whenever the car is stationary (or travelling below 2mph) for more than a few seconds and restarts the engine when the driver simply depresses the clutch, delivers significant fuel-saving benefits for retail and fleet customers – without distracting from this model’s truly sporty driving experience. (more…)

  • The HAMANN refining programme for the new BMW 7-series

    Individualisation on the highest level – this is the motto under which HAMANN presents its refining programme for the new BMW 7-series of the model range F01 and F02. Already since 1986, the Laupheim-based company develops and produces products for the individualisation of BMW automobiles. Thereby, the HAMANN technicians profit from hundreds of successful motor sports participations. (more…)

  • S Tronic Sports Transmission Now For Audi A4 And A5

    Shifting into a higher gear in Audi A4 and A5 models could take as little as 0.2 seconds from this month as the latest performance-oriented S tronic twin-clutch automatic transmission makes the transition to 2.0 TFSI quattro versions of the acclaimed compact Saloon, Avant and Coupe. The new S tronic option adds £1,420 to the prices of A4 2.0 TFSI quattro and A5 2.0 TFSI quattro models, taking them to £27,170 OTR and £31,065 respectively.

    Despite its rapidity, the latest incarnation of the twin-clutch gearbox also acts responsibly, maintaining fuel economy and CO2 output at the same level, or below, manual equivalents.

    Launched to critical acclaim in the first generation TT, the advanced transmission added a new string to its bow during 2008 when it was further upgraded to enable installation in Audi models with longitudinal, ‘North-South’ engine installations. The new addition made its debut in the Q5 SUV, and soon after in the latest supercharged S4 Saloon and Avant.

    Linked to an all-new engine

    It now brings its lightning fast changes to the A4 2.0 TFSI quattro with its brand new turbo charged and directly injected FSI engine enhanced by Audi valvelift technology for improved engine ‘breathing’. In Saloon form, the A4 2.0 TFSI quattro S tronic can power to 62mph from rest in 6.5 seconds – a 0.1 second improvement over the manual version – reach a top speed of 150mph and return 38.2mpg according to the combined cycle test. In the A5 2.0 TFSI quattro S tronic, the sprint to 62mph can be completed 0.3 seconds more quickly than in the manual at 6.2 seconds, and a top speed of 150mph can be reached, while combined economy and CO2 output match the A4 at 38.2mpg and 172g/km.

    These impressive economy figures are identical to manual A4 and A5 equivalents, and in terms of CO2 output the A5 S tronic actually shows a reduction versus the manual version’s 173g/km, highlighting the fact  that in contrast to most automatic transmissions S tronic demands no compromise in return for added convenience.

    Audi A4 S line

    Advanced electro-hydraulic controls and the alternate use of two clutches enable the S tronic gearbox to deliver lightning fast automatic or manual shifts via the gear lever or steering wheel-mounted paddle controls with no interruption of the engine’s power delivery across seven ratios.

    The first of the two clutches serves the odd-numbered gears and reverse, and the second the even-numbered gears, so when the A4 or A5 are travelling in third gear, for instance, fourth is already pre-selected in anticipation. As soon as the shift command is given, the first clutch is disengaged and the second engaged in just a few hundredths of a second, virtually seamlessly.

    The sporting credentials of both A4 and A5 2.0 TFSI quattro models can not only be enhanced by the new S tronic transmission, but also by the extra cost option of the Audi drive select adaptive dynamics system. With its influence over throttle response, transmission points, steering weighting and damper control Audi drive select delivers the sharpest possible response and the highest degree of poise in all situations.

    New Executive SE and Executive S line models
    In A4 models it is also now possible to further enhance appeal through highly cost effective specification upgrades following the introduction of new Executive SE and Executive S line trim lines. In addition to the SE equipment list, which among its highlights features 17-inch 7-arm alloy wheels, three-zone climate control, an Audi Concert CD audio system and automatic headlight and wiper operation, Executive SE specification brings an upgrade to 17-inch 10-spoke alloy wheels, an Audi Symphony audio system with six CD autochanger, cruise control and mobile phone preparation. The Executive SE trim line carries a premium of £635 over the SE model, representing a saving of £480 compared with the cost of adding each item individually.

    The more sporting S line option that is available at extra cost for all A4 Saloon and Avant models includes 18-inch alloy wheels, a unique S line front and rear bumper design, extended side skirts, xenon headlights flanked by distinctive LED daytime running lights and S line sports suspension lowered by 20mm. Inside, it adds leather and cloth combination sports seats, a 3-spoke S line sports steering wheel, matt brushed aluminium inlays and a perforated leather gear knob.

    S line models can also be given the Executive treatment – the Executive S line models that are new for 2009 upgrade to Alcantara and leather combination sports seats, the Symphony audio system with CD changer, cruise control and mobile phone preparation. At £635, the Executive S line premium saves £650 over the cost of the individual items.

  • The new Mercedes-Benz E-Class

    With the new E-Class, Mercedes-Benz is presenting the benchmark when it comes to safety, comfort and environmental compatibility in the market segment. With more than 20 new or further technical developments, this saloon further consolidates the leading position of Mercedes-Benz in the luxury class. They include trailblazing innovations for safe driving that are available from no other manufacturer worldwide in this combination. Examples include the standard Attention Assist, optional Adaptive High Beam Assist and automatic emergency braking, which is activated when there is acute danger of a collision. (more…)