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Audi S3 Black Performance Edition by MR Car Design

MR Car Design is presenting the Audi S3 Black Performance Edition, a more competitive, aggressive and posh three-door S3. Refined by MR Car Design, the dynamic range-topping member of the A3 family now boasts upgraded output data and restyled vision. The S3 Black Performance Edition is capable to produce the mighty 33

Great Wall Phenom soon to hit Europe

The privately-owned Chinese car maker - Great Wall Motor Company Limited has signed an agreement with the UK-based automotive importer - I.M. Group. According to the agreement, I.M. Group will start to import vehicles from the Chinese manufacturer into Europe starting next year. For 2010, Great Wall Motor Company Limited has targeted the Baltic states of Estonia, Latvia and Lithuania as main European markets, and from 2011, launches in Scandinavia, the UK and Ireland are scheduled. The Gre

Volkswagen Passat CC R-Line - more sportier than ever

Volkswagen has announced an exclusive R-Line package for its mighty Passat CC. Already offered on seven VW models, the sporty R-line package is now available for the award winning four-door coupe. Outside, the new R-line package adds a 17-inch (optional 18-inch) R-Line "Mallory" alloys with 235/45 tyres. A restyled

A.R.T. presents the G streetline - a G55K AMG based luxury SUV

At the Dubai Motor Show 2009, the well-known tuning specialist ART has unveiled its latest and highly modified vehicle named G streetline. Just like in their previous luxury project – AS55K Yaas Edition, the new ART G streetline is based on the Mercedes-Benz G55K AMG. The essential features of the newcomer includes increased power output, wide-body kit, innovative lighting system and high-end interior furnishing. The ART G streetline’s engine

Mcchip-dkr offers Ford Focus RS with 401 hp

Mcchip-dkr has released the most exclusive power upgrade programme for the Ford Focus RS, which increases the output data of the small beast to the enormous 401 horsepower and 612 Nm of maximum torque. Actually, the well-known German software tuner is offering the new programme in two stages. Mcchip-dkr power stage 1 includes only ECU remap, which increases the Ford Focus RS serial engine’s performance to the comfortable 345 horsepower and 520 Nm of torque. Price tagged at 799 Euro, stage 1 also increases the ho

Hofele-Design Mythos Royal 12 - noble, elegant and powerful

Hofele-Design presents its latest luxury project which transforms the elegant VW Phaeton into a striking limousine named - Mythos. The full name of the new conversion is Hofele Mythos Royal 12, but the number may change depending on the cylinders that the car has. Some exterior highlights of the new conversion are t

Aston Martin unveils DBS Carbon Black and V12 Vantage Carbon Black

Aston Martin has unveiled two special edition models - DBS Carbon Black and V12 Vantage Carbon Black. Based on the more than successful DBS and V12 Vantage sport vehicles, both newcomers benefits from a Carbon Black metallic paint with subtle metallic twist, special Carbon Fibre exterior add-ons and fresh interior enhancements. Aston Martin Carbon Black editions visual impact is further strengthened by Carbon Fibre side strakes with black mesh

2010 Mercedes-Benz E-Class Cabriolet - great open air emotions

2010 Mercedes-Benz E-Class Cabriolet is ready for its show up at the forthcoming North American International Auto Show 2010 in Detroit. The two-door soft-top cabrio sales are scheduled to start on 11 January 2010. Developed with the motto "four seasons, four personalities", the 2010 Mercedes-Benz E-Class Cabriolet is here to offer an amazingly joyful ride whether the roof is open or closed. Stowed in a special section behind the rear panel,

2011 BMW 740i and 740Li luxury sedans will hit the US market

The 2011 BMW 7 Series have been officially  announced for the North American auto market. Boasting the BMW’s mighty inline-6 engine, which produces V8 power on six-cylinder fuel consumption, the two newcomers - BMW 740i and BMW 740Li excels in great balance of power, efficiency, and sporty driving dynamics. Both sedans will go on sale as 2011 models in Spring 2010. The price tag will be available near to the on-sale date. The BMW 7 Series for

bmw concept activee - pure co2-free mobility

BMW Concept ActiveE - pure CO2-free mobility

BMW Group has announced the BMW Concept ActiveE, an all-electric study vehicle developed to provide great driving experience with minimum environmental impacts. The world debut of the BMW Concept ActiveE will be held at the North American International Auto Show (NAIAS) 2010 in Detroit. Based on the sporty 1 Series Coupe, the emissions-free concept represents another milestone in BMW’s path for achieving CO2-free mobility. Just like in the electric vehicle test program for MINI E, the new BMW ActiveE will

Infiniti Announces U.S. Pricing on 2010 G Sedan and Coupe

Infiniti today announced pricing on the 2010 Infiniti G37 Sedan and G37 Coupe, which are on sale now at Infiniti retailers nationwide. For 2010, the G Sedan, Infiniti’s top-selling model, features revised exterior styling, an enhanced interior treatment and upgraded technology features. The 2010 G Coupe also enters 201

Skoda Announces Superb Estate Pricing

Prices for the award-winning new Škoda Superb Estate have been announced. Prices start at just £17,715 OTR for the Superb Estate S with the 1.4 TSI 125bhp engine. With class-leading legroom and boot space, a long list of standard equipment and Škoda’s legendary great value, the Superb Estate sets a new standard for estate motoring. The Superb Estate will be available in three trim levels, S, SE and Elegance. A choice of six engines will be offered, three petrol and three diesel, ranging fro