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2012 volkswagen tiguan

2012 Volkswagen Tiguan

Volkswagen is about to showcase a completely renewed version of its compact crossover vehicle Volkswagen Tiguan at the Geneva Motor Show 2011. Boasting the VW’s new, sharper styling language, the 2012 Tiguan will replace the current model, which debuted in 2007. Surprisingly, the German automaker has also announced the base price for the new Tiguan - 24,175 EURO for the 1.4 TSI (90 kW / 122 hp) powered version. This early move by Volkswagen is provoked by the exclusively high demand for the

GTA Spano - Geneva debut

At this year’s 81st edition of the Geneva Motor Show, GTA Motor is about to showcase its staggering super ride GTA Spano for first time at this renowned occasion. The Geneva debut comes approximately one year after the ride’s official world premiere at the prestigious Top Marques Monaco in which the Spano was privileged to be at the official poster. As you may already know, the GTA Spano is a limited ride that will be produced in only 99 examples. Moreover, its exclusivity is backed by an exc

MINI Cooper JCW

MINI will offer a JCW factory tuning kit featuring increase the power and performance of the standard car. It will be available for Cooper S, Cooper S Clubman and Cooper S Convertible. JCW factory tuning kit boosts the engine of MINI Cooper S to 200PS (147 kW) at 5700RPM and 250Nm (184 lb-ft) between 1250 and 5000RPM. However, the overboost function makes 270 Nm (199 lb-ft) between 1 800 and 5 000 RPM. The results are thanks to a performance-optimized engine management and a new air filter

2011 Volkswagen Touareg R-Line

Volkswagen has introduced the new Touareg R-Line. It follows the street-legal concepts - Race Touareg 3 and Gold Edition. 2011 Volkswagen Touareg R-Line features new front and rear bumpers, revised side skirts, and additional chrome trim. The whole SUV is lowered with a sport-tuned suspension and stands on enormous 20" lightweight Mallory wheels. R-Line also boasts tailgate-mounted spoiler and a matte black diffuser. The interior has some aluminum elements, a heated steering wheel, stainle

2011 Volkswagen Jetta Price - £16 960

Volkswagen has announced the price list for the new 2011 Jetta EU. The entry-level S 1.4-litre TSI 122 PS is priced at £16 960 and the 2.0-litre TDI with DSG will cost you £22 320. However, all cars come with air conditioning, an MP3 compatible CD stereo, six airbags, ABS, Electronic Stabilisation Programme (ESP), an alarm and folding rear seats as standard. The engine range includes 1.4 litre TSI with either 122PS or 140PS and two diesel versions - 1.6 litre TDI with 105PS and 2.0 litre T

Cadillac CTS-V Black Diamond Edition

Cadillac has announced a special Black Diamond Edition of its ultra performance beast Cadillac CTS-V for this spring. The name of the exclusive CTS-V comes from its sleek tri-coat paint “Black Diamond” and will be available with all Cadillac CTS-V models - Sedan, Coupe and Wagon. Featuring a whole new dimension, the innovative Black Diamond paint uses aluminum flakes encapsulated in a glass-like substance called magnesium fluoride, resulting in a diamond-like sparkle as the light hits the sur

McLaren MP4-12C production start

After its stellar world debut at Goodwood Festival of Speed, and the series of exclusive showcases to prospective customers and media across the globe in 2010, the McLaren MP4-12C ultra-sports car has finally enter production at the McLaren Technology Centre (MTC) in Woking, England. With schedule to build up to 1,000 12Cs in 2011, McLaren Automotive will be manufacturing most of its rides in a bespoke new 40m GBP McLaren Production Centre, which is due for completion in May. At its market

kelleners sport bmw 5 series m

Kelleners Sport BMW 5 Series M

Kelleners Sport has released an extremely comprehensive program for the renowned, athletic BMW 5 Series with M sports package, highlighting aerodynamic enhancements, boosted performance, optimized suspension and stylish improvements inside the ride’s cabin. For the power compartment, the Kelleners Sport engineers have developed kits for both, petrol and diesel models, estimating 218 horsepower (160 kW) and 450 Nm peak torque on the BMW 520d M, and 367 horsepower (270 kW) and 480 Newton meters

Alfa Giulietta 2.0 JTDM-2 140 hp

Alfa Romeo has just expanded its Alfa Giulietta range with the addition of a new Alfa Romeo Giulietta 2.0 JTDM-2 with 140 horsepower. Showcasing staggering efficiency yet high performance, the newly fitted plant is second generation and is fitted with JTDM-2 MultiJet Common Rail system, already renowned from the 1.6 JTDM-2 (105 horsepower) and the 2.0 JTDM-2 (170 horsepower) engines. In the power compartment of the new Giulietta addition, Alfa Romeo has also added an electronically controlled

Porsche Boxster S Black Edition

Porsche will introduce a new special edition Boxster S Black Edition this March. It is priced at 63 404 Euro. It follows the announcement of 911 Black Edition. As you may suggest, the new Boxster will feature only black elements - rear side air intake grilles, twin exhaust pipes, boot lid nameplate, Black Edition badges and special ten-spoke alloys fitted with 235/35 ZR 19 at the front and 265/35 ZR 19 at the rear. The roll-over bars are also painted in black as well as the shift lever and

Renault Megane Coupe Monaco GP

Renault will unveil limited edition Megane Coupe Monaco GP at the Geneva Motor Show. It boasts a pearlescent white exterior with Etoile black paint on the mirrors, diffuser and fog light surrounds. It is equipped with GT-Line bumpers and black 17-inch alloys. The interior has also pearlescent white trim, special floor mats, an individually-numbered plate, and a lot of Monaco GP badging. There are five engines available - dCi 110 EDC, dCi 130, and dCi 160 as well as the Tce 130 and Tce 1

2011 Hyundai i10

Hyundai has released further details about the 2011 i10 model. The small city car features a new front fascia, restyled lighting units, and a modified rear bumper. The interior has a new instrument cluster featuring an eco-shift indicator, better seats, additional chrome accents, and a rear seat cup holder. There are four trim levels, however all models come with air conditioning, a six-speaker audio system (with iPod connectivity), power windows, and central locking as standard. The en