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The new 2010 Lotus Evora Carbon Concept

Friday, March 12th, 2010

Lotus Evora has introduced the basis of the carbon design concept unveiled at the 80th Geneva Motorshow. The Lotus Evora Carbon Concept car, exposed to emphasize Lotus’ motorsport pedigree, set up a stylish carbon fiber, leather & alcantara interior, aggressive carbon diffuser & composite body.

The Evora exterior styling with a structural carbon fiber roof, Lotus Motorsport influenced carbon diffuser & carbon splitter. In the interior, the Evora joins the lustre of the carbon panels with perforated leather & matt alcantara. The bespoke interior uses swathes of grey alcantara to cover the footwell, dashboard & the roof of the car. The leather & alcantara are put side by side with the hard exteriors of the carbon fibre.

The Evora Carbon Concept car has shape cut forged 19” alloy wheels front & rear, shod with Pirelli P-Zero Corsa tyres (235/35 wide front & 285/30 wide rear). The wheels & tyres fill the wheel arches to offer the car a purposeful appearance.

The hottest model 2010 BMW Alpina B3 S Biturbo

Thursday, March 11th, 2010

Turbo-charged automobiles have always performed a vital role in BMW Alpina. In 2008 the BMW ALPINA B3 Bi-Turbo renewed this tradition, with a Bi-Turbo charging with the compact dimensions of the BMW 3 Series. Now, the latest BMW ALPINA B3 S Bi-Turbo couples enhanced act & torque with low level fuel consumption & CO2 emissions.

The B3 S Bi-Turbo’s outstanding power plant yields 294kW (400hp) at 6000rpm with a high torque of 540Nm (397lbs-ft) at 4500rpm. Prerequisite for this level of performance is the BMW V8-like performance 3.0-litre straight-6 cylinder petrol engine by 2nd-generation direct injection (centrally-located injectors) combined with Bi-turbo charging. In conjunction with this, the new BMW ALPINA B3 S Bi-Turbo retains its fuel economy figures: just 9.7 l/100km & 224-225 g/km CO2 in the joint EU test cycle & achieving EU5 Emission Standard.

The dynamic look of the B3 S Bi-Turbo is in part defined by the modern & functional front spoiler. It having the new ALPINA CLASSIC 19? Light-alloy wheels shared with MICHELIN tyres. Moreover the standard, wheel/tyre set-up with 245/40 ZR18 front & 265/40 ZR18 rear combined with a 19? Wheel/tyre package is available as an option in either DYNAMIC or the latest CLASSIC design. It will offer a performance with a comfort & dynamic usability.

The new 2010 Mercedes-Benz E 300 BlueTEC HYBRID

Wednesday, March 10th, 2010

Mercedes-Benz has exposed the first diesel hybrid from its E class model, Mercedes-Benz E 300 BlueTEC HYBRID. Introduced with a superior performance with low consumption, the E 300 BlueTEC HYBRID is one of the demonstrations of Mercedes-Benz ability to make efficient vehicles.

With a shared output of 165 kW (224 hp), the E 300 BlueTEC HYBRID consumes 4.1 l/100 km with CO2 emissions of 109 g/km (of 0.48 grams per hp). Its 15 kW electric motor facilitates electric-only driving & supports the 150 kW (204 hp) with 4 cylinder diesel engine under speeding up. The E 300 BlueTEC HYBRID has already successfully entered everyday testing & is planned for marketplace next year.

Mercedes-Benz E 300 BlueTEC HYBRID is declared to have facilitated the company to satisfy the expectations of customers, to bring out an outstanding environmentally sustainable vehicle with comfort & dynamics.

The new unleash model: 2010 Koenigsegg Agera

Friday, March 5th, 2010

Koenigsegg is going to celebrate its 15 years of making dream cars. Koenigsegg unleash their newest jewel, the Koenigsegg Agera. A new supercar aspired to take the Koenigsegg practice to the next level, both on the road & the track. The Agera is on show at the 80th Salon International de l’Auto in Geneva.

Koenigsegg Agera is power-driven by Twin Turbo engine with 910 hp in term of running on regular petrol. Therefore, Agera highest torque is 1100 nm & can be reached at 5100 rpm. To balance this, the Agera offers the most modern in braking technology with 392×36 & 380×34 ventilated & drilled ceramic discs. It is also having the latest traction control is fitted with auto adapt functionality for various road conditions & driving styles with various manual settings.

Beside the hottest engine performance, Koenigsegg also offers the new Koenigsegg Agera edging & seams for Agera interior & has created a latest type of interior illumination, which shines through the billet aluminum buttons & surfaces by way of hidden nanotubes.

The Koenigsegg Agera will be formed in parallel to the Award winning CCX & CCXR models. The pre-production demonstrate car will be put throughout its phases for the coming 6 month former to the manufacture car launch of the Agera.

The new 2010 Fiat Abarth Punto Evo

Thursday, March 4th, 2010

Fiat Abarth Punto Evo is the effect of a partnership among Fiat Powertrain Technology & Abarth race-derived know-how. From the time when the Fiat Powertrain engine was first presented at last year’s Geneva motor show, Abarth has been mounting its power with its new 165 HP Multiair 1.4 turbo petrol engine & improving its sporting performance in classic Abarth style.

In keeping with Abarth tradition, a high performance “SS” kit, comes with a classic wooden performance case, is situate to give the Punto Evo more power than the basic model, enabling the Multiair 1.4 16v Turbo engine to make a maximum power of 180 HP. The “SS” kit comes with alterations to chassis components, including 18? Abarth “SS” alloy wheels fitted with performance tires.

The new Abarth Punto Evo also offers a new performance mode selection system that modulates engine, braking & steering action to present an option of 2 different driving styles: Sport & Normal. And as in rally cars, the driver is supported by Gear Shift Indicator.

On improving the car’s performance & aerodynamics, the front bumper has been expanded in width to incorporate the side flaps. The black intake cowl on the front has also been prepared deeper to match the lateral air outlets. And the wheels are offered with the completely redesigned 17” spooked wheels. To provide safe handling, the Abarth Punto Evo is made with TTC (Torque Transfer Control). It is also supported by a powerful & effective braking system.

The new 2010 Hamann Fiat 500 Abarth

Wednesday, March 3rd, 2010

HAMANN-Motorsport, the tuning expert based in Laupheim, has modified one of the Fiat´s sports model, the Fiat 500 Abarth. They thought to give the Fiat 500 Abarth by more power, HAMANN have changed the vehicle with 5 performance enhancements.

The first improve “HS I”, applies a few modifications in the engine electronics, boots the little scooter up to 160 hp, the torque of the 1.4 liter petrol car increases 206 to strong 285 Nm. The second upgrade “HS II”, includes of software setting, adapted exhaust turbo charger, & optimized air filter case, drives the Abarth to 180 hp & 295 Nm torque. The third upgrade HS III, which provides 210 hp & 310 Nm, can be attributed to a turbo charger with smaller geometry, a latest fuel supply & an optimized engine electronic.

The Fiat 500 Abarth with 2 race-qualified modification kits which include an total engine modification used for the power setting “HS RACE”, HAMANN uses forged pistons, enhanced connection rods, a custom-made turbo charger with charge air cooler, a race clutch with weight-optimized one-mass flywheel & a new control electronic. This renders 240 hp & a torque of 330 Nm.

HAMANN-Motorsport presents an alteration for the manual transmission by applying a long 5th gear, re-engineers the front skirt with included LED daytime running lights, & fits the front & back by special wing extensions. Alongside with t developed design wheel LARGO FORGED ANODIZED, HAMANN advises tyres in the dimension 215/35 R18 or 225/35 R18. It offers the “sportivo-line” for the Fiat 500. Front skirt, side wings & rear skirt emphasize the stylish look of the retro scooter & so does the design wheel HM sportive I.

The new 2011 Maserati Quattroporte Sport GTS Awards Edition

Tuesday, March 2nd, 2010

Since the period of its 6 years life, the Maserati Quattroporte has gets more than 56 awards from automotive & lifestyle journals in 14 countries more than 4 continents. The Quattroporte Sport GT S “Awards Edition”, which will build its official debut at the upcoming Geneva Auto Show, is introduced the celebration of Maserati flagship.

Based on the Quattroporte Sport GT S “Awards Edition” presents a latest Quarzo fuso exterior color, the sparkly treatment on the outside chrome parts plus side air vents & radiator surround, & matches the 20’’ Multi Trident dark grey rims by satin finish.

The braking system which uses dual-cast technology is further improved by the hand-polished callipers both at the front & rear sides. With the Quattroporte Sport GT S “Awards Edition”, Maserati & Brembo are the first time polished callipers.

Internal side it gives mixture of the Poltrona Frau Leather seats with perforated Alcantara, the unique brushed aluminum door sills, Piano Black satin-finish wood finishings, & the black trim boot featuring chrome details & a leather side pocket. It will be on hand in the UK as a special order in the 2nd half of 2010 as model year 2011 & prices will be accessible upon application.

The new 2011 Audi RS 5

Monday, March 1st, 2010

Audi has exposed a new coupe version of their RS models well equipped to debut at the forthcoming Geneva Auto Show. Audi RS 5, the hottest torchbearer in a tradition dating back past 15 years to the RS 2 Avant, launches new quattro technology.

Similar to all RS models, Audi RS 5 also gives its power to the road with quattro permanent all-wheel drive. As for the major differential, which regulates power distribution among the front & rear axles, Audi unveils the forthcoming generation, a crown-gear differential, of which itself locking crown-gear center differential is compact, lightweight & attains a high efficiency ratio. The RS 5 efficiency is made likely by the technologies from the Audi modular efficiency platform, which gives the 8 cylinder engine averages 10.8 liters of fuel / 100 kilometers.

The RS 5 dynamic external comes with chassis that is lower than that of the Audi A5, with typical tires 19-inch alloy wheels with 265/35. Created by quattro GmbH, the RS models of Audi, with RS 5, consist of the dynamic spearhead of Audi‘s model series. The spoiler in the tailgate mechanically extends at a speed of 120 km/h & retracts at 80 km/h. Also, the widely clad underbody of the RS 5 integrates air vents for the 7 speed Stronic & the front brakes.

In the inner, sports seats with pronounced side sections attribute a leather/Alcantara combination. The inner is black & the decorative inlays are finished of carbon fiber. Upon request, exclusive qualities are available. In addition, the Audi exclusive RS program gives options such as suede-covered controls & floor mats bearing RS 5 logos. Sales of the Audi RS 5 will start in the spring with a predictable basic price 77,700 Euros.

The 1 & Only 2011 Jaguar XKR coupe

Thursday, February 25th, 2010

Jaguar will unveil the hottest evolution of its supercharged XKR coupe at the Geneva Motor Show in March by introducing 2 new possible performances & styling packs: Speed Pack & Black Pack, those packs are introduced to the XK range at 2011 Model Year. Also, Jaguar will present the customers & choice to further personalize their vehicle to create a car with even dissimilar performance.

The XKR Coupe with latest optional Speed Pack gives an extending top speed from 155mph (250km/h) to an electronically restricted 174mph (280km/h) with engine & transmission recalibration. Each XKR with the Speed Pack will come with body-colored side sills & rear diffuser, & a chrome finish to the window surrounds, upper & lower mesh grilles, side Power Vents & boot lid finisher.

Red brake callipers with a Jaguar ‘R’ logo be seated inside 20-inch Kasuga alloy wheels. Customers who order the XKR Coupe with the Speed Pack will also be available with 7 colors paint palette. The optional Black Pack gives customers to own a bold & purposeful Jaguar with gloss black wheels & outside detailing. Available only with the Speed Pack, XKRs with the Black Pack have a paint palette that will be on hand in Ultimate Black, Polaris White or Salsa Red & gloss black at 20-inch Kalimnos alloy wheels.

In the UK, retail pricing of the XK collection starts at £61,955 for the 5.0 N/A V8 petrol. The Speed Pack expenses £3,500 & the Speed & Black Pack expenses £4,000. Both are accessible on XKR Coupe only.

The new 2010 Citroen DS3 Racing Limited Edition

Wednesday, February 24th, 2010

Citroen DS3 Racing Limited Edition, the winning team at the back 5 WRC manufacturer’s titles & 6 driver’s titles is going to be unleashed at the 2010 Geneva Motor Show. This Citroen Racing is completed with some significant developments on the stability & dynamic control.

A few significant sporting developments have also been conducted, this includes creating extra precise steering with the control system customized for the new tyres, the fitment of stiffer suspension springs, adapting front & rear shock absorbers, lowering the car, & expanding the front & rear tracks.

To attain additional power output from 156hp to 200hp, boost almost 30% over the standard unit, Citroen have adapted & optimized DS3’s powertrain mechanism, tuned the performance of the turbo, & in tune the mapping of the engine control unit. At the outside, DS3 is fitted with large 18? Alloy wheels, chrome door handles, a chrome-finished exhaust, & a carbon finish about the front bumper, lower body trim & wing extensions.

Manufacture of Citroen DS3 Racing limited editions will be finished in a special workshop & fitted with a parts kit. The manufacture will be limited to just 1000 units & is planned for the second half of 2010.