11 June 2009, 10:23 AM
The world-famous 24 Hours of Le Mans race will take place for the 77th time on the 13. and 14. June 2009. And there will be numerous highlights off the track as well.
One of these will be, for the third time in a row, the participation of the GUMPERT apollo in the historical Drivers` Parade the evening before to the race. The new apollo speed, which was unveiled to the public for the first time ever in March 09 at the Automobile Salon Geneva, wi
11 June 2009, 10:05 AM
Rolls-Royce Motor Cars will ensure that the new Ghost model delivers peerless riding dynamics by making use of the very latest developments in chassis engineering.
Rolls-Royce Motor Cars CEO, Tom Purves, says, “The Ghost will be as refined and as cosseting as anything that this marque has ever produced. But it will have a dynamic vitality afforded to it due to the latest technology and engineering techniques. These have been bestowed on this car with the same care and attention as the more traditional materials
11 June 2009, 09:58 AM
The 2010 Ford Mustang, now in dealer showrooms, builds on a proud, unbroken 45-year heritage of Fast, Fun and Affordable with an all-new exterior design, available cutting-edge technology and performance enhancements pioneered on Ford's extensive racing and special programs.
One hallmark of Mustang's enduring popularity is the opportunity to customize this American icon. Enthusiasts who have personalized and customized Mustangs range from legends, such as Carroll Shelby, to professional drive
11 June 2009, 09:58 AM
The 2010 Ford Mustang, now in dealer showrooms, builds on a proud, unbroken 45-year heritage of Fast, Fun and Affordable with an all-new exterior design, available cutting-edge technology and performance enhancements pioneered on Ford's extensive racing and special programs.
One hallmark of Mustang's enduring popularity is the opportunity to customize this American icon. Enthusiasts who have personalized and customized Mustangs range from legends, such as Carroll Shelby, to professional drive
11 June 2009, 09:21 AM
Lately when we hear the word Sports we ralate it to HERBERT HARTGE tuners, this time they are pleased to present us the new HARTGE Sports spring set for the BMW X6.
31 71 0500 G: HARTGE sports spring set for E71 X6 xDrive50i (with level control system for rear axle), 30 mm lower
10 June 2009, 04:56 PM
The all-new Chevrolet Camaro has taken North America by storm and is set to expand Chevy's global appeal with its launch in the Middle East later this summer.
Michael Devereux, President of GM Middle East, said, "The all-new Camaro delivers the great looks, performance and technology that Middle East buyers expect in a modern sports car. Enthusiasts in the region started booking their cars months ago, and we expect our allocation of this iconic vehicle to sell out very quickly."
Built on GM's new, global rear
10 June 2009, 04:38 PM
Both were revolutionary and triumphant: in the summer of 1959 Alec Issigonis presented his concept for a small car which, with its transverse-mounted front four-cylinder engine and space for four occupants plus luggage, was to become a byword for economy of space and driving fun. That same year, sports car constructor John Cooper won his first Formula One World Championship title with Jack Brabham at the wheel. 50 years on, the MINI John Cooper Works World Championship 50 evokes both the start of the triumphal path
10 June 2009, 04:24 PM
The ESF 2009 is the first Experimental Safety Vehicle Mercedes-Benz has built since 1974. Like its historic predecessors, it attractively combines trailblazing innovations in the field of safety and makes the progress achieved visible. Integrating all the ideas and implementing them for a clear appreciation was an extraordinary challenge for the team in the test vehicle workshops.
The go-ahead for the ESF was given in October 2008, and the decision was received with great enthusiasm in the test workshop: "Making
10 June 2009, 03:54 PM
The security of a comprehensive warranty, backed by the Automobile Association (AA) and TECHART, the world’s leading specialist Porsche tuner, is now available to all owners of Porsches fitted with high quality upgrades. The new warranty is available through Tech9, UK agent for TECHART and (subject to an inspection at Tech9’s Motorsport Centre) can cover any modified Porsche more than two years old.
“Owners of modified cars are increasingly having difficulty obtaining extended warranties, leaving them exposed to
10 June 2009, 09:51 AM
Land Rover is introducing two exciting new limited edition models of the iconic Defender 4x4 - the Defender Fire and Defender Ice. Inspired by the world's most challenging landscapes - where Defenders have earned their reputation for rugged dependability - the Fire & Ice models blend classic Land Rover functionality with a stunning new style.
Fire & Ice models will be available in the following markets:
AUSTRIA
BELGIUM
BRAZI
10 June 2009, 09:30 AM
The unmistakable new Audi Q5 crossover vehicle just earned a Top Safety Pick award for 2009 from the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS), and received the highest front and side crash ratings from U.S. safety regulators.
Results from rigorous IIHS testing released today showed the 2009 Audi Q5 received a “good” rating in all three crash measurements: side impact, offset frontal and rear impact seat tests. The five-star ratings that t
10 June 2009, 09:15 AM
Ford Motor Company and Hydro-Québec announced today that Hydro-Québec has joined a North America wide demonstration and research program on plug-in hybrid electric vehicles (PHEVs).
Ford, in collaboration with the Electric Power Research Institute (EPRI), is undertaking a three-year test program on the Ford Escape PHEV designed to develop and evaluate technical approaches for integrating PHEVs into the electric grid. EPRI has identified nine u
