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2011 Ford Edge Limited and Sport - new vision and improved technology

Ford is showcasing the 2011 Ford Edge, a crossover vehicle re-styled and equipped dramatically for model year 2011. Boasting new, re-engineered vision, the midsize crossover 2011 Edge renders more flowing and harmonious design than ever. Its new appeal makes an immediate and lasting statement about what the ultimate crossover should stands for: remarkable style blended in high-end technology features. Its bold-smooth styling highlights new gri

Fiat releases new 500 MultiJet

The Fiat 500 has been the forerunner of many new technologies and features such as Start&Stop, along with eco:Drive, Blue&Me, and Euro 5 engines. Now, Fiat’s popular range of city cars is to be further enhanced with the introduction of a powerful new 1.3-litre 16-valve MultiJet diesel engine. The range’s out-going 75bhp MultiJet unit is being replaced with a more potent but also more environmentally-friendly 95bhp ‘MultiJet II’ version, which not only boasts improved mpg and CO2 emiss

Suzuki announced its line-up for Geneva 2010

At the 80th Geneva Motor Show starting on 2nd March, Suzuki’s will exhibit its latest hybrid technology concept for the first time in Europe – a Swift with Plug-in Hybrid system. Swift Plug-in Hybrid is ideal for drivers who travel low mileages every day and is designed to be driven primarily on electric power with its compact 660cc petrol engine used as a back up. It is also equipped with a generator to quickly charge the lithium-ion batteries when capacity level drops. Further recharging when parked is by mean

Smart Releases Special Edition Fortwo Greystyle

The lifestyle brand smart stands for unconventional thinking, environ-mentally friendly technology, joie de vivre and a discerning sense of style. This has made the smart fortwo an avant-garde and successful trendsetter for urban mobility. The new special model edition greystyle combines state-of-the-art environmental technology and functionality with an extravagant, fresh and stylish appearance. The new edition model reveals its ambitions at first glance. It features an exclusive matt grey finish combined wi

Dodge releases 2010 Challenger Furious Fuchsia special editions

Dodge has released the 2010 Dodge Challenger R/T Classic and Challenger SRT8 Furious Fuchsia editions, limited run muscle vehicles, specially styled to mark the 40th Anniversary of the legendary Dodge Challenger. Both newly developed Challenger models excel at unmistakable design, world-class handling, powerful HEMI V-8 power units and top-end technology features, but their most significant highlights remain the Furious Fuchsia Pearl Coat exterio

2011 Ford Shelby GT500 offered with optional SVT Performance Package

The Ford Shelby GT500 is more than fresh and full of vigor for 2011 model year, but the Ford Special Vehicle Team has more surprises. Especially for the numerous performance enthusiasts, the engineers at Ford have developed an optional SVT Performance Package. Fitted with the new astonishing performance pack, the 2011 Ford Shelby GT500 is 3.0 seconds faster per lap than the 2010 GT500 on a 2.3-mile test track, and has 7 per cent improved stopping

2011 Shelby GT500 is finally here

The 2011 Ford Shelby GT500 is here and is ready to take the top-end performance pony car to a whole new level. Designed by Ford’s Special Vehicle Team (SVT), the stunning muscle vehicle houses a brand-new aluminum-block engine, better driving dynamics and handling, improved fuel economy and more output power than ever. “The SVT team continues to push the performance standards of the Shelby to even higher levels and better refinement,” said Jost Capito, director of global performance vehicles

nissan unwrapped a 370z 40th anniversary black edition for europe

Nissan unwrapped a 370Z 40th Anniversary Black Edition for Europe

Approximately two months ago Nissan announced a special celebratory edition – Nissan 370Z 40th Anniversary - of its astonishing Z badged two-seater. Now, the Nissan PR team is announcing new limited edition Nissan 370Z 40th Anniversary Black Edition, which is specially styled for the Europen customers. Scheduled for market launch in April as Coupe only, the 370Z Black Edition marks the 40th birthday celebrations of the famous motoring icon Datsun

Subaru's highlights at Geneva Motor Show 2010

At the 80th Geneva International Motor Show in Switzerland, Subaru will present to the European public its  SUBARU HYBRID TOURER CONCEPT and the unseen Subaru Impreza XV Crossover. At brand’s booth, the car lovers will be also able to see the Subaru Plug-in STELLA EV launched in Japan last year and few new BOXER DIESEL engined vehicles. At the renowned occasion, the Japanese marque showcases its latest developments, which combines enviromental friendliness and reliable driving. The HYBRID TOURER CONCEPT represen

Subaru announced the 2010 Impreza WRX Limited pricing details

The American division of Subaru has released the pricing details on the new 2010 Impreza WRX Limited models. The four-door version is price tagged at $28,495 while the five-door 2010 Subaru WRX Limited model will be retailed for $28,995. Benefiting from High-Intensity Discharge (HID) headlights, SIRIUS Satellite Radio and leather-trimmed seats, the Limited models cost only $1,000 more than the Premium versions Impreza WRX. The recently announc

2010 Porsche 911 Turbo S revealed ahead of Geneva 2010

The top-end sports cars specialists at Porsche, have completed its latest masterpiece, the 2010 Porsche 911 Turbo S. Aimed at customers who worship remarkably potent vehicles, which boosts incredible power, performance and driving dynamics, the newcomer will make its first public appearance at the forthcoming 2010 Gene

The stunning Honda CR-Z debuts at Geneva 2010

The European CR-Z hybrid coupe will make its world debut at the 2010 Geneva International Motor Show in March. With sporty looks and agile handling, the CR-Z is the most exciting hybrid yet, promising driving thrills and a cleaner exhaust emissions package. The CR-Z’s compact 2+2 coupe body and striking design is coupled with a responsive chassis to give nimble handling and direct steering, and a 6-speed manual transmission enhances driving enjoyment. Its clean, efficient petrol-electric hybrid powertrain not on