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Škoda Superb introduced in China as “better, than you can imagine”

Škoda Superb was ceremonially introduced on the Chinese market under the name Hao Rui. Production of Škoda Auto’s flagship in China started on June 11. The Superb had already been first introduced to the Chinese public on April 20, 2009, at the Automobile Fair in Shanghai. “China has developed into one of our most important markets within the framework of the Global Strategy of Škoda Auto. The country plays a significant role in the future dev

Hyundai's Frankfurt star named ix35

Hyundai ix35 is the name of the latest addition to the brand’s C-segment line-up. The all-new ix35 will be presented to the public at the Frankfurt Motor Show next month as a substitute for the successful Tucson. This brand-new vehicle is meant to strengthen Hyundai’s position as one of the leading brands in the European crossover sector. The ix35 represents a major step forward for Hyundai. Like the other ‘i’ models in the range, it has been conceived and engineered in Europe at the company’

GM and Koenigsegg Sign Stock Purchase Agreement for the Sale of Saab

General Motors Co. today confirmed it has signed a stock purchase agreement with Koenigsegg Group AB regarding the sale of 100% of the shares of Saab Automobile AB. The deal is expected to conclude in the next months and will then secure Saab’s future. Saab Automobile plans to exit legal reorganisation shortly. The stock purchase agreement will be subject to agreed closing conditions. Conditions to close the sale include expected funding commi

World Driving Debut for the Fisker Karma PHEV

The Fisker Karma PHEV just made its public driving debut over the weekend, 19 months after being introduced as a concept. The 403hp prototype Karma Plug-in Hybrid Electric Vehicle (PHEV) attained a speed of 100 mph without gasoline use. Behind the Karma wheel was the Fisker Automotive co-founder and COO Bernhard Koehler. California-based Fisker Automotive is developing the full size Karma sedan to be the first production PHEV.  The Karma proves fuel-efficient vehicles can generate the passion and excitement tha

peugeot's 3008 hybrid4 and rcz hybrid4 concepts at frankfurt motor show

Peugeot's 3008 HYbrid4 and RCZ HYbrid4 concepts at Frankfurt Motor Show

The Peugeot brand is going to unveil two concept cars for the first time at the Frankfurt Motor Show. The 3008 HYbrid4 (CO2 of 99g/km) and the RCZ HYbrid4 (CO2 of 95g/km) illustrates the Peugeot commitment to the environmental responsibility and the radical new technologies. The Peugeot 3008 HYbrid4 (CO2 of 99g/km) previews the production model scheduled to appear in the Spring of 2011, while with the experimental Peugeot RCZ HYbrid4 (CO2 of 9

2010 Peugeot RCZ - a brave design vision

The Peugeot RCZ is a special vehicle that marks a new chapter in the history of Peugeot. It is designed for customers who sees their cars as both, source of driving enjoyment and daily transport. The RCZ is the first Peugeot passenger car that is not marked with the traditional numbering system with a central ‘zero’ or ‘double zero’, and it offers an innovative blend of performance and environmental-friendliness. The top model of the RCZ range features an all new 1.6 litre THP engine that produces 200 bhp, and t

Volkswagen Genuine Accessories for the Passat CC

Elegant, sporty, dynamic - The accessories for the "Best of the Best" title-holder and "red dot design award" winner: The Passat CC. From aerodynamics to wheels onward to noble sill protectors: the product range offers a broad selection of design-oriented, perfectly fitting Volkswagen Genuine Accessories products. The front spoiler sets the stage for the aerodynamic accessory product range. It provides the elegant lines of the Passat CC front with a sporty note. The front spoiler design optimises the aerodynamic

VXR racing stripes offer for Vauxhall 3-door Corsa

Vauxhall is offering owners of the 3-door Corsa model the chance to spice up their lives with a fantastic deal on VXR accessories. You can now purchase racing stripes for the Vauxhall Corsa 3-door model from your local Vauxhall retailer for only £150 fully fitted and including VAT. The stripes are available in black, w

Venga is the Kia's third consecutive debut for the Frankfurt Motor Show

Venga is the name of the latest Kia premium B-segment contender, which will go on sale in Europe later this year and in the UK early in 2010. Kia Venga will debut at this years Frankfurt Motor Show and it is based on the Kia’s ‘No 3’ concept shown at Geneva in March. The Venga model is designed, engineered and manufactured in Europe, the 4,068 mm long Kia Venga features an unusually long wheelbase for its class of 2,615 mm – and a 1600 mm high

2010 devon gtx

2010 Devon GTX

Pebble Beach Concours d’Elegance is the place which all the luxury brands prefers for the presentation of their new models for the first time, and that is the place which Devon Motorworks chose for the premiere of their all-new 2010 Devon GTX. The all-new 2010 Devon GTX is a car that possess the qualities to be the next great American supercar. From its carbon fiber superstructure, to its sweeping architectural surface, the all-new supercar offers meaningful technologies and efficient tactili

Hennessey VENOM GT supercar - the nowadays 289 AC Cobra

Hennessey Performance will unveil publicly their VENOM GT supercar at the 2010 Geneva Motor Show. The VENOM GT will be powered by specially-tuned, supercharged and twin-turbocharged Corvette ZR1-LS9 engine. With over 1,000 bhp of power on tap, and a curb weight under 2,500 lbs, the mid-engine VENOM GT will boast an ast

bentley mulsanne - the new flagship grand tourer

Bentley Mulsanne - the new flagship grand tourer

Bentley Mulsanne is the name of the Bentley Motors all-new flagship grand tourer. The grand luxury car maker Bentley unveiled their new addition at the prestigious Pebble Beach Concours D’Elegance in Monterey, California. The Mulsanne is inspired by the company founder W.O. Bentley’s crowning achievement in 1930, the 8-litre, which was first shown at the 1930 London Motor Show and it was capable of reaching more than 100 mph. The new Mulsanne is conceived, styled and engineered entirely at Bentley’s headquart