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MINI and Airstream, designed by Republic of Fritz Hansen

Munich. Airstream Inc. and MINI have teamed up to offer the best in both design and functionality with a one-off MINI Cooper S Clubman and Airstream creation designed by Republic of Fritz Hansen. The concept will be presented for the first time at the INTERNI DESIGN ENERGIES exhibition in the courtyards of Università d

mercedes-benz sls amg: high-tech and fascination

Mercedes-Benz SLS AMG: high-tech and fascination

For the first time in the company's history stretching back over 40 years, the Mercedes-Benz performance brand is presenting a vehicle developed in-house, the Mercedes-Benz SLS AMG. The super sports car serves up an exciting proposition with its unique technology package: aluminium spaceframe body with gullwing doors, AMG 6.3-litre V8 front-mid engine developing 420 kW/571 hp peak output and dry sump lubrication, seven-speed dual-clutch transmission in a transaxle configuration and sports suspension with aluminium

Nissan Announces New 2009 Sentra FE+ 2.0 SR

Nissan North America, Inc. (NNA) today announced an expansion of the popular Nissan Sentra line-up with the addition of a sport-styled Sentra FE+ 2.0 SR model. The Sentra FE+ 2.0 SR is scheduled to go on sale at Nissan retailers nationwide beginning on April 17, 2009. The Sentra FE+ 2.0 SR has a Manufacturer’s Suggested Retail Price (MSRP)* of $17,760, the same price as the Sentra FE+ 2.0 S model. The full 2009 Sentra lineup now features seven models, ranging from the entry-level Sentra FE+ 2.0 to the performance-o

b&b audi a4 8k

B&B Audi A4 8K

The VW / Audi specialist B&B from Siegen / Germany completely reworked (reengineered) the current Audi A4 8K. The A4 3.0 TDI with its basic value of 240 hp now reaches in B&B power stage two an amount of 325 hp with a maximum of 640 Nm. The power is obtained by a special turbo charger, optimized suction lanes, a new adaption of the engine electronics and a revision of the airflow. There are also two entrance stages possible, “comfort” with 280 hp / 585 Nm as well as “sport” 300 hp / 6

When the Credit Crunches, We Cross

The pen is proving mightier than the control pad as new research out today reveals credit-crunched Brits are favouring the humble crossword over modern games.  Nearly nine out of ten UK adults (86 per cent) say they find traditional crossword puzzles more stimulating than modern “brain training” games.  To celebrate the return of the modest crossword, Chevrolet, the value-for-money car manufacturer, has created a giant mobile puzzle on a Captiva car which has driven across the country to giv

Mountune Performance Offers More Power for Ford Fiesta

Performance upgrades for the latest Ford Fiesta 1.6-litre petrol-engined models have been developed by Mountune Performance and are offered through selected Ford dealers. The Mountune Performance Upgrade for 1.6-litre versions of the new-look Fiesta Zetec-S and Titanium models costs £1,299 (plus fitting), and consis

Land Rover Confirms Grant Offer to Build New Model

The UK Government has confirmed a grant offer of up to £27 million is to be made available to Land Rover for the production of an all-new car. The company is due to make a final decision on the the go-ahead of the project at its award-winning plant in Halewood, on Merseyside, later this year. The car would be based

Volkswagen Beetle Convertible Barbie Edition

Volkswagen of America, Inc. helped Mattel celebrate Barbie® doll’s 50th Birthday by transforming a New Beetle convertible into the ultimate Barbie® dream car. The life-size pink Malibu Barbie™ New Beetle convertible made its debut at Barbie® doll’s Malibu Dream House® exclusive birthday celebration. Customization artists ABD Racing Werks, Katzkin Leather and Interiors and FoamMolders fully transformed the iconic New Beetle convertible into the perfect Barbie® ride. “We are extremely proud to partner with Mattel

Porsche to debut the Cayenne Diesel and 911 GT3 in Germany

Porsche will debut its Cayenne Diesel, the second generation of the 911 GT3, as well as the new Boxster and Cayman models, for the first time in Germany at the 19th AMI Auto Show, which will be held between March 28 and April 5. “Since the opening of our Leipzig plant in August 2002 Porsche and the Leipzig region ha

Jaguar XJ 358 - Arden AJ14 Noble Cat

Arden is expanding its exclusive range of accessories for the Jaguar XJ 358. From now on there is a modern front-end conversion and a sporty-elegant rear diffuser available. The new front look is given a sporty touch by two spoiler lips installed at the side under the fog lights, but is dominated by the LED daytime running lights shining brightly in the air inlets. These lights bracket the newly designed central stainless steel grille, which is made of the same high-grade material as the curr

All-new Honda Insight Starts Under $20,000

The all-new 2010 Honda Insight goes on-sale March 24 with a manufacturer's suggested retail price1 (MSRP) of $19,800 for the Insight LX, American Honda Motor Co., Inc., announced today. The distinctively styled, five-passenger, five-door dedicated hybrid vehicle is powered by an Integrated Motor Assist™ (IMA™) system comprised of a 1.3-liter i-VTEC® gasoline engine and a 10-kilowatt electric motor that together contribute to an EPA-estimated city/highway fuel economy rating of 40/43 miles per gallonn2. The Insig

The Ultimate Arsenal Fans’ Car – Gerald Scarfe-Designed Citroen C4 Unveiled For Teenage Cancer Trust Raffle

Arsenal manager Arsène Wenger and players, Gael Clichy and Robin van Persie joined world famous cartoonist Gerald Scarfe last week to unveil a unique Citroën C4. The ‘Ultimate Arsenal Fans’ Car’ was designed by Scarfe in consultation with the players and is being raffled in aid of Arsenal’s Charity of the Season, Teenage Cancer Trust. Citroën, Arsenal Football Club’s official car supplier, donated the stylish new C4 to the Club for the unique