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2012 Mazda5 priced for the USА

2012 Mazda5 is priced for the USA and it will go on sale in January next year. The vehicle will feature Dynamic Stability Control (DSC), traction control, anti-lock brakes (ABS), tire-pressure monitoring, and dual front, front-seat and side curtain airbags. The 2012 Mazda5 will be equipped with 16-inch alloy wheels, 6-disc CD changer and Sirius satellite radio, a moonroof and xenon high-intensity discharge (HID) headlights. The base version is priced at 19 990 USD. The US version is powered b

Five hundred Fiat 500 Prima Edizione sold in Canada for 12 hours

Chrysler Canada has exclusively reported that only 12 hours after the sales start of the strictly limited edition Fiat 500 Prima Edizione, all rides were completely sold out. Each of the offered rides benefits from a unique numbered badge, and is available with a choice of three different colors - Bianco (White), Rosso (Red) and Grigio (Gray). Further details on Fiat 500 Prima Edizione include the presence of a 1.4-litre MultiAir powerplant li

Porsche will launch Panamera diesel

After the diesel version of Cayenne, it is time for Porsche to release a diesel-powered Panamera. The vehicle is scheduled for the second half of 2011. The expected power unit is 3.0 liter TDI with 240PS (176 kW) and 550Nm (406 lb-ft) of torque. It will be mated to an 8-speed automatic transmission, which should allow the car to accelerate from 0-100 km/h in a little over 7 seconds. Porsche will release more information in the beginning of the next year. source: Worldcarfans

Carlsson to demostrate exclusivity at Essen 2010

At this weekend’s starting Essen Motor Show, Carlsson, the renowned aftermarket expert for Mercedes-Benz rides is about to showcase for first time in front of German public its head-turning super GT - Carlsson C25. The exceptional masterpiece ride made its first live appearance at this year’s edition of Geneva Motor Show and its flawless, handcrafted design backed by incredibly strong performance immediately charmed the connoisseurs and adrenaline fans. Under its powerful bonnet, the Carlsson C25 sports a 6.0-liter

AC Schnitzer refines the new BMW 5-series Touring

Already available for the new 5 Series saloon, the “Power Treatment” program by the German expert AC Schnitzer is now available for the new dynamic BMW in Touring variant. Exclusively aimed at offering fans more driving dynamics and pleasure, the core part of the tuner’s new enhancement program is the skilful performance upgrades. Fitted on the BMW 530d, the AC Schnitzer program allows the ride to develop the impressive 286 horsepower, while the upgraded 535d boasts the amazing amount of 360 horsepower. When ret

bentley gt speed elegance edition by anderson germany

Bentley GT Speed Elegance Edition by ANDERSON GERMANY

ANDERSON GERMANY, the Dusseldorf-based customization expert took off the wraps on its latest creation, a stunningly refined Bentley GT Speed Elegance edition. Amazingly dazzling straight from the assembly line, the luxury performance beast now strikes with even bolder, neater and more unique livery further blended with

Audi R8 GT set an un-official Nurburgring Lap Time - 7 minutes and 34 seconds

One of the hottest cars on the market - Audi R8 GT has set an un-official Nurburgring lap time, which is a bit slower than the astonishing Porsche 911 GT3 RS, which stopped the clock on 7 minutes and 33 seconds. However, the time of R8 GT is 7 minutes and 34 seconds. Audi R8 GT is powered by 5.2 liter V10 FSI with 560HP and 540Nm of torque. The car is also 100 kg lighter than a regular R8, which makes it a lot faster. The sprint from 0 to 1

Land Rover Discovery 4 Landmark Special Edition hits the UK market

Land Rover has announced Discovery 4 Landmark Special Edition for the UK. The SUV is available exclusively in Santorini Black or Fuji White and features a unique grille, Satin Black roof rails, and 20" 5-spoke alloy wheels. The interior boasts Taurus leather with contrast stitching, Grand Ivory trim, and special floor mats. The vehicle is powered by a 3.0-liter turbo-diesel engine delivering 245PS (180 kW) and 600Nm (443 lb-ft) of

h&r hamann fiat 500 abarth - a 275ps complete madness

H&R Hamann Fiat 500 Abarth - a 275PS complete madness

H&R Hamann Fiat 500 Abarth is prepared for the Essen motor show. The tuning specialists provided a performance and style packages for the small car. The engine is boosted from the standard 135PS to the whopping 275PS, which is crazy for such small car. However, the tuning specialists provided a whole new suspens

jaguar xfr stratstone le mans limited edition unveiled

Jaguar XFR Stratstone Le Mans Limited Edition unveiled

Exclusively on the UK market, and exclusively at Stratstone, the UK’s leading luxury automotive retailer, a strictly limited to 50 examples only Jaguar XFR Stratstone Le Mans Edition is now available. Already reporting amazingly strong demand, the Jag XFR special edition benefits from a special, bolder and more agg

First Baojun 630 rolls off the production line

SAIC-GM-Wuling (SGMW), one of the GM’s China joint ventures has reported today that its first Baojun 630 passenger car has rolled off the production line. Baojun is a new brand for affordable vehicles, which will be exclusively sold on the Chinese auto market, and the Baojun 630 represents the first model that is scheduled for launch in early 2011 through a new network of dedicated Baojun dealers. It is developed using proven GM technology utilizing highly efficient powertrain that complies all local emissio

ABT's exotic trio for Essen Motor Show 2010

ABT has revealed its exceptional trio for the upcoming Essen Motor Show, which starts on 27th of November. The brand renowned for its exceptionally stylish customized Volkswagen group vehicles is about to amaze the crowd at the show with the perfect blend of quality, design and sportiness, showcasing its ABT R8 GT R, ABT Scirocco and the recently unveiled, incredibly fresh ABT A1. The brand’s ultra sports conversion - R8 GT R - represents an amazingly athletic, powerful - 620 HP (456 kW) ride with systematically