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ford at bangkok motor show 2011

Ford at Bangkok Motor Show 2011

Ford has officially announced that its all-new Ford Ranger pickup will make its Asian premiere at the 32nd edition of Bangkok International Motor Show. Developed exclusively under the automaker’s One Ford strategy, the newly-designed Ford will be presented by a robot presenter, a 3D mini-theatre, a driving simulator, a virtual Driving Skills for Life safe-driving video game, and a personal interactive towing challenge. Peter Fleet, Ford ASEAN President, stated: “The ASEAN region, with Thai

2012 chevrolet colorado teased

2012 Chevrolet Colorado teased

At the upcoming 32nd edition of Bangkok Motor Show, Chevrolet is about to unveil publicly its all-new Chevrolet Colorado show truck, offering customers and fans a clear preview of the next-generation Colorado midsize pickup truck. According to Chevy, Thailand was chosen for the premier of the 2012 Chevrolet Colorado because of the popularity of pickup trucks and the growing importance of the Thai market to Chevrolet. The new Colorado is scheduled for market launch later this year, and full

2011 hpe600 camaro convertible

2011 HPE600 Camaro Convertible

Hennessey Performance has released a complete enhancement package for the American muscle 2011 Camaro SS Convertible, transforming it into the Hennessey HPE600 Supercharged Camaro Convertible - a bold and powerful open-air eye-catcher with amazingly sporty nature. Delivering 602 horsepower at 6,300 revolutions, the Hennessey Supercharged Camaro Convertible sports under its bonnet a TVS2300 supercharger system, HPE cold air induction system, stainless steel long tube headers, high flow catalyt

2011 startech jaguar xj

2011 STARTECH Jaguar XJ

During the now running 81st edition of Geneva Motor Show, STARTECH has premiered its staggering sport program for the premium Jaguar XJ series, which showcases sleek yet sporty body components, unique 21-inch forged alloys and custom-styled interior ambience. At first glance, the enhanced British luxury saloon boasts newly added STARTECH front attachment, which has monstrous air inlets with LED daytime running lights and renders more sophisticated shape due to reducing the lift on the front a

hamann guardian

HAMANN GUARDIAN

HAMANN GUARDIAN is the German tuner’s newest monster embodiment which turns the Porsche Cayenne Turbo into an amazing eye-pleaser, utilizing optimized aerodynamics, powerful performance enhancements, sleek lightweight alloys, sports brake system as well as ultra premium interior modifications. Under the bonnet of the HAMANN GUARDIAN, the specialist has unmistakably applied its renowned know-how, boosting the output figures of the vigor Cayenne to 550 horsepower (405 kW) at 6,100 revolutio

mitsubishi lancer evolution x

Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution X

A senior executive in Mitsubishi Motor company has stated that the Evolution X would be the last Evo. This was immediately followed by consumer backlash and a media fire storm. "MMC has kept the Lancer Evolution sedan evolving as the brand's highest-performing model in the global market. However, as the market's needs and demands change, MMC is considering not advancing the Lancer Evolution concept in the same way as before, but to find a different direction for the Lancer Evolution model to

Renaultsport Megane 250 by Superchips

RenaultSport Megane 250 is one of the hottest hatchbacks on the market. It produces 246BHP and has a top speed of 156 mph (252 km/h). However, Superchips Ltd now offers an ECU remap for even more stunning performance. The performance package suits all Megane 250 models from 2010 onwards and increases the overall power with 49BHP at 5331RPM and 66Nm at just 4816RPM. The total weight of RenaultSport Megane 250 is 1387kg, so you will get not only excellent performance, but an astonishing 33mph c

sportec spr1 fl

Sportec SPR1 FL

Sportec SPR 1 FL is the latest project of the tuning company. It is based on facelifted 997 Porsche 911 Turbo. It boasts new semi-sequential gearbox, new facelift LED taillights, rear bumper and side mirrors. The power is the same - 858PS (631 kW) and 880Nm (649 lb-ft). It comes from 3.6 liter twin-turbo flat-six. The engine updates include new Smooth Flow intake manifold with two injectors per chamber, a Carbon Ram Air intake system, high-performance intercooler and two hybrid turboch

Kia Sportage SX Turbo

2011 Kia Sportage SX Turbo includes a new grille, modified side skirts, a dual exhaust system and unique 18" alloys.  It also boasts  new aluminum door sills and a revised instrument cluster. Sportage SX Turbo also comes with a sports suspension including stiffer shocks and revised struts. The sports version of the SUV is powered by a 2.0 liter turbocharged GDI engine with 260PS (191 kW) and 358Nm (264 lb-ft). It is mated to a 6-speed automatic gearbox. The big vehicle manages to return

a.r.t. mercedes-benz viano

A.R.T. Mercedes-Benz Viano

Announced and teased on sketches few months ago, A.R.T. Tuning’s enhancement program for 2011 Mercedes-Benz Viano is finally out on the market. Ready to turn the premium-class multi-purpose vehicle into e true pleaser, the A.R.T. Tuning package features newly developed front skirt with additional LEDs, aerodynamic side sills, a special rear skirt with integrated 4-pipe sports exhaust system, a roof spoiler as well as a chassis lowering module. Additionally, the enhancement program by A.R.

Mercedes-Benz Viano Avantgarde Edition 125

Mercedes-Benz Viano Avantgarde Edition 125 is the newest addition by the famous automaker, which unmistakably showcases the most avant-garde styling in its class. Representing an amazing mixture of dynamism, comfort and sportiness, the Viano Avantgarde Edition 125 is ready to satisfy even the most fastidious customers. At the first glance, the 2011 Mercedes-Benz Viano Avantgarde Edition 125 is more than sleek, it utilizes a set of shiny 16-spoke, 19-inch lightweight alloys, high-gloss chromed exterior mirror

chevrolet volt priced at 41,950 euros

Chevrolet Volt priced at 41,950 Euros

At Chevy’s press conference at the Geneva Motor Fair, the renowned American automaker announced that its award-winning electric car with extended-range capability, the Chevrolet Volt, will be available from November in the European dealerships for a price amount of 41,950 Euros, including VAT. Fully packed with high-end equipment, including leather seats, the Chevrolet Volt will also offer its European buyers the same exclusive standard eight-year/160,000 km warranty as US customers on the Vo