13 January 2011, 05:26 PM
At the Autosport International Racing Car Show in Birmingham, Ford has revealed the official color scheme for the 2011-specificications Fiesta RS World Rally Car which will represents the renowned brand in the FIA World Rally Championship.
The official outer dress of the bold Fiesta RS WRC was unveiled by the Ford team driver Mikko Hirvonen and Gerard Quinn, the Ford of Europe motorsport chief.
At the occasion, Ford also confirmed new name and logo for the WRC squad - Ford Abu Dhabi World
13 January 2011, 04:55 PM
2012 Hyundai Grandeur was unveiled for the Korean market. The all-new Grandeur hits the market 6 years after its predecessor's launch in May 2005.
"Our world-class technology and dedication to quality management made it possible to create the new Grandeur, making it the leading premium sedan of our times," commented Mr. Yang.
"The new Grandeur will meet every functional and emotional need of our customers.", he added.
2012 Grandeur measures 4 910 mm in length, 1,860 mm in width and 1 47
13 January 2011, 04:38 PM
Mercedes-Benz has exclusively unleashed the third generation of its stellar sports ride 2012 Mercedes-Benz SLK Roadster. Representing one of the most striking models on the market, the new model SLK Roadster shares many design highlights with the new SLS and the CLS and comes with a long list of high-end innovations, including the all-new panoramic vario-roof with MAGIC SKY CONTROL, which switches to light or dark at the touch of a button.
On the ride’s market launch, Mercedes will offer the
13 January 2011, 04:36 PM
Hyundai has released another concept vehicle at the North American Auto Show in Detroit. The car will actually go on sale in 2012.
Hyundai Veloster is powered by 1.6 liter GDI Gamma engine with 138HP at 6300RPM and 166Nm (123 lb-ft) at 4850RPM. The power plant features Dual Continuously Variable Valve Timing (D-CVVT), Roller Timing Chain, Electronic Throttle Control and an innovative anti-friction coatings.
It is mated to a 6-speed dual clutch transmission (DCT), which offers high-ef
13 January 2011, 12:46 PM
At the Brussels Motor Show, Land Rover has revealed its staggering, edgy 2011 Defender X-Tech Limited Edition. Showcasing raw and vigor styling backed by the brand’s renowned class-leading all-terrain capability, the new 2011 Defender X-Tech Limited Edition boasts Zermatt Silver finished exterior contrasted by Santorini Black shade on the roof and wheel arches.
Furthermore, on the outside, the special edition Land Rover Defender is also packed with a set of the sleek 16-inch gloss black Saw Tooth lightweight all
12 January 2011, 09:37 PM
Hyundai has revealed a new concept at the North American Auto Show in Detroit.
Curb boasts a hi-tech rugged design and some innovative technologies such as connectivity technology that includes touch sensors and screens, a Continental 12-inch display and a Continental Reflective Heads Up Display (HUD).
Hyundai Curb is powered by 1.6-liter GDI four-cylinder turbocharged engine with ISG coupled with a DSG transmission. The total power is 175HP. This engine is capable of returning up to 30 m
12 January 2011, 09:25 PM
Honda will reveal TS-1X Concept at the this year's Tokyo Auto Salon. The vehicle is based on CR-Z and features a matte black exterior with a revised front fascia, extended side skirts, and a huge rear spoiler.
Honda TS-1X also boasts big rims in matte black fitted with high-performance tires. Under them, there are yellow performance brakes.
The company will also display Sports Modulo, NSX and the HSV-010 GT powered by a naturally-aspirated 3.4-liter V8 with 507PS (373 kW) and 392Nm (289 lb
12 January 2011, 09:10 PM
Volkswagen has extended Caddy's range by adding Life and Maxi kombi.
The two new models are powered by 1.6 litre TDI with 102 PS mated to a 5-speed manual gearbox or a 7-speed dual-clutch DSG transmission, which is available as an option. The high efficient diesel achieves 49.6 mpg and 149 g/km of CO2. The prices start at £19 415 for Caddy Life and Caddy Maxi kombi is available from £14 450.
The standard equipment features air conditioning, RCD 310 radio / CD player, body-coloured bumpers,
12 January 2011, 04:02 PM
Kia has just revealed its “next big step” in the company’s design revolution with the first official sketches of the 2012 Kia Rio, which premiere is scheduled for the Geneva Motor Show 2011. Showcasing exclusively masculine and bold design, the next-generation Kia Rio will be longer, wider and lower than the current model.
Kia says that the new-generation Rio is aimed at injecting more emotional styling into the famous B-segment, targeting progressive and dynamic buyers who demand staggering
12 January 2011, 01:20 PM
A new edition of Smart is now available. It features enhancements to the latest new generation ForTwo and reaffirms the cdi model as the CO2 world champion for combustion engine vehicles.
The exterior boasts colour coded front and rear aprons, sideskirts and filler cap of the new passion. The paint is a combination of light green matt body panels. There are also LED daytime running lights, colour coded headlamp bezels, "lightshine" badging and the new pulse 3-double spoke alloys in an exclusi
11 January 2011, 11:19 PM
Toyota Prius v made its official debut at the North American International Auto Show in Detroit. The vehicle is a full hybrid MPV featuring Toyota’s world-leading Hybrid Synergy to Drive.
Toyota Prius v boats a low, 0.29 coefficient of drag, which has been achieved without compromising its convenient packaging.
Outside, Prius v is sleek, rounded and bold with long roofline, which allows the car to retain the symbolic triangular silhouette. The headlamps have sharp edges and the lower air
11 January 2011, 09:33 PM
Audi A1 Quattro Prototype was out for a run on snow and ice in Canada. The premium subcompact hatchback features Audi's famous all-wheel-drive system, which is created to grant perfect traction even in severe road conditions.
The Quattro in A1 is based on that used in A3 and TT models. At its core is an electronically controlled, hydraulically actuated multi-plate clutch located in front of the rear axle for an optimized distribution of weight. Inside is a package of plates that rotate in an
