15 September 2009, 04:38 PM
The most powerful and fastest-accelerating Golf ever produced – the Golf R – has been unveiled at the Frankfurt Motor Show. Developed by Volkswagen Individual, the special projects wing of Volkswagen, and following on from the Mk IV and Mk V Golf R32 models, the Golf R is equipped with a 2.0-litre TSI four-cylinder engine developing 270 PS and four-wheel drive.
Not only is the new engine 35 kg lighter and 20 PS more powerful than the 3.2-litr
15 September 2009, 04:36 PM
MINI Roadster Concept: fresh ideas for an intense driving experience. MINI evokes new fascination and a wonderful new experience time and again. For each model in the range offers unique opportunities to enjoy supreme driving pleasure and unmistakable style.
Now the MINI Roadster Concept once again sets a new trend for individual mobility borne out by the brand. A purist vehicle concept, elegant design and fascinating, sporting driving characteristics all come together in this unique car to o
15 September 2009, 04:32 PM
The hand made purist sports car brand Wiesmann unveiled its brand new and strictly limited Wiesmann Roadster MF5 with 507 HP and a 5 litre V10 BMW engine. The new classic design vehicle delivers a top speed of 310 km/h and exceptionally low power-to-weight ratio of only 2.7 kg/hp. The completion of the classic sprint from standstill to 100 km/h takes only 3.9 seconds.
The exclusive open-air experience of the Wiesmann’s brand new Roadster MF5 will only be available to a select few because the
15 September 2009, 03:59 PM
Aston Martin Rapide Concept was revealed in 2006 at Detroit Auto Show. Now in 2009 the final version of Rapide is revealed at IAA Frankfurt. This is one of the most awaited cars of 2009.
The three most important for Aston Martin things are available in the Rapide – Power, Beauty and Soul.
A hand-built 6.0-litre V12 engine is taking care for the “Power” by producing 470bhp and 600N/m of torque. The gearbox is six-speed Touchtronic 2 automatic, which allows the driver to change gears automatically or manually v
15 September 2009, 03:02 PM
Audi brand presents its pure electric star – the e-tron at the Frankfurt Motor show. Audi e-tron is electric driven by four motors (two at the front and two at the rear wheels), which makes this particular concept a true quattro. With its clean and subtle design, the e-tron no doubt belongs in the major leagues of sports cars. But not only the design speaks sports, the new electric driven quattro produces 230 kW (313 hp) and 4,500 Nm (3,319.03 lb-ft) of torque, the zero to 100 km/h (0 – 62mph) c
15 September 2009, 03:00 PM
Most of the cars released from VAG become hit on the market very fast. Because of their reliability, cheap price and nice exterior and interior. Hopefully the E-UP will be a successful, too.
The small car is powered by an electric motor developing up to 81 PS and 154 lbs ft of torque. With this characteristics the E
15 September 2009, 02:48 PM
The new Saleen 435S is based on 2010 Ford Mustang. This is the first car launched under new ownership. It is targeted to a clients, who seek high adrenaline and driving pleasure at affordable price.
The power unit is 4.6 liter SOHC V8 engine with 3 valves per cylinder equipped with twin-screw supercharger cooled by
15 September 2009, 02:31 PM
Obviously the hard work in Renault brought some results. They stunned the visitors at the opening of IAA Frankfurt by showing four different electric concepts.
The smallest of the vehicles is Twizy Z.E. Concept. It is a ultra-compact 1+1 seater with zero emissions city car. The electric motor develops 20hp and it is
15 September 2009, 02:01 PM
REVOLTe is inspired by the legendary 2CV. The new concept takes all key features of Citroen’s classic 2CV and in the same makes them better. The new REVOLTe is more luxurious, more intelligent and more sport orientated.
REVOLTe measures just 3.68m long, 1.73m wide and 1.35m tall. It is a typical compact city car wit
15 September 2009, 01:31 PM
No doubt, ABT Sportsline is the worldwide largest tuner of Volkswagen branded vehicles, and no doubt, the new VW Polo is an impressive car. If we combine these two components the result is a small sports car that makes man’s heart beat faster, of course ladies will also love it.
Exterior of the refined ABT Polo exudes character, the carbon rear spoiler, rear apron insert and the double-pipe exhaust system makes it even bolder and dominant. Titan-like type Z 8x18-inch ABT Sportsline wheels emp
15 September 2009, 01:04 PM
The new Volkswagen L1 Concept is a diesel-electric hybrid vehicle, which will debut at the famous-lately Frankfurt Motor show. Constructed from carbon fibre and aluminium, the revolutionary new L1 concept weight is only 380kg and it is capable of returning 189 mpg on the combined cycle while emitting just 39 g/km of CO2.
The VW L1 is designed for two occupants, which enters the vehicle through a side-hinging, electrically operated canopy. Inside, the interior is finished in aircraft-like way,
15 September 2009, 11:24 AM
Peugeot always have been making strange cars. The latest concept is BB1, which is 2.5 metres four-seater.
The main target is a range of 75 miles only on electricity, which makes the BB1 Zero Emissions and entirely ECO-friendly car. It is fitted with two electric motors mounted in the rear wheels, with maximum power of 7.5kW each (20hp totally).
Recently a lot of manufacturers are developing engines with less fuel consumption and less harmful emissions, but these are petrol and diesel hybr
