11 November 2008, 10:44 AM
Innovation No4: the Space-saving Air Conditioning Unit
A new, compact air conditioning unit is the subject of the fourth in a series of cut-paste-and-print guides to Toyota’s design and engineering innovations for its new iQ, the world’s smallest four-seat car.In most cars the air conditioning/heater unit is a bulky component, housed behind the dashboard in front of the front seat passenger. Toyota engineers recognised that if they could make it smaller, it could be repositioned, freeing up valuable leg and knee
11 November 2008, 10:12 AM
The Audi Q7 earned recognition as the best luxury SUV and the Audi A3 claimed the top ranking among luxury multi-function vehicles in the just-released 2008 Total Value Index® produced by the consumer research firm Strategic Vision.The annual Total Value Index blends what consumers say about their vehicles (in terms of expected reliability, expected fuel economy, price paid and expected resale value) with various ownership measures calculated by Strategic Vision. In determining the 2008 Index sc
10 November 2008, 05:28 PM
The Phaeton – the Volkswagen flagship – has new technical features on board starting right now. An entirely new generation of infotainment systems (RCD 810 and RNS 810) is being introduced. The systems – equipped with an 8-inch touchscreen – offer significantly extended functionality, quicker access to infor¬mation and a nearly self-explanatory user interface logic. Another new design on this model is the control unit for the standard four-zone a
10 November 2008, 04:03 PM
51 92 0700 F - HARTGE front spoiler lip
51 92 0800 F - HARTGE rear diffuser for M3 E92 and M3 E93
51 90 0440 G - HARTGE lip for boot lid for M3 E90
51 92 0440 G - HARTGE lip for boot lid for M3 E92
51 92 0300 J - HARTGE set of carbon casings for exterior mirrors
51 92 0850 F - HARTGE side sill rear left for M3 E92 and M3 E93
51 92 0860 F - HARTGE side sill rear right for M3 E92 and M3 E93
07 November 2008, 05:17 PM
In the near future at mtm: everything that makes fast for the new Volkswagen Scirocco! Performance gains of up to 380 hp, Bimoto wheels in 19 and 20 inches, sports suspension, stainless steel exhaust systems, braking systems up to 8-Kolben/380mm and much more ...!
07 November 2008, 02:42 PM
New MZR-CD 2.2-litre Turbo Diesel Engine
Next-generation MZR-CD 2.2-litre turbo diesel engine that combines Zoom-Zoom power with low emissions and low consumption
Offered in three power derivatives to meet the needs of a wide range of diesel customers in Europe (depending on market and grade):
- MZR-CD 2.2 High Power: produces 136 kW/185 PS at 3,500 rpm and 400 Nm of torque from 1,800 to 3,000 rpm, using only 5.6 litres (sedan and hatchback) and 5.7 litres (wagon) of fuel per 100 km (comb
07 November 2008, 12:00 PM
The successful ML 63 AMG will shortly be launched as the especially exclusive “10th Anniversary” variant. The 375-kW/510-hp top M-Class model fascinates with its striking appearance and extraordinary standard features. With the ML 63 AMG “10th Anniversary”, Mercedes AMG is celebrating ten years of high-performance SUVs. The ML 55 AMG with a 255-kW/347-hp AMG 5.5-l V8 engine, launched in 1999, is considered the trendsetter and founder of an entire
07 November 2008, 11:36 AM
With the ML 63 AMG “Performance Studio”, the AMG PERFORMANCE STUDIO, opened in 2006, showcases its expertise in helping realise the dreams of individual motorists, offering exclusivity at the Affalterbach location. The very special M-Class features a combination of uniquely detailed fittings typical of the vehicles des
07 November 2008, 11:17 AM
BlueTEC technology developed by Mercedes-Benz for diesel vehicles is the most outstanding environmental innovation in the automotive sector and offers a sustained reduction in the burden on the environment. In recognition of this achievement, Bild am Sonntag has awarded the Stuttgart-based premium manufacturer the "Green Steering Wheel".
BlueTEC is the cleanest diesel technology in the world because it brings about a drastic reduction in emis
07 November 2008, 09:26 AM
SEAT is celebrating a brace of impressive European awards for its all-new Ibiza supermini after judges in both Germany and The Netherlands voted it top of its class.
Earlier this week executives from the Barcelona-based car maker travelled to Berlin to collect a prestigious ‘Golden Steering Wheel’ awarded by influential German newspaper Bild am Sonntag – one of Europe’s biggest-selling titles.
Nominations for the final five cars in each category were voted on by readers of the Sunday newsp
06 November 2008, 05:55 PM
The bigger, faster and smarter 2009 MAZDA6 will roll into the Specialty Equipment Market Association (SEMA) show with a radical look and feel that is worthy of the vehicle’s performance capabilities. Mazda will showcase two MAZDA6s at its booth at the SEMA show in Las Vegas.
The Troy Lee MAZDA6 features custom paint by Troy Lee Designs, with paint prep and detailing by L&G Enterprises, paint material by PPG and body modifications by Funkti
06 November 2008, 05:54 PM
A spectacular look, unique performance data, consistently lightweight design and the highest degree of exclusivity – these attributes sum up the new 65 AMG Black Series from Mercedes-Benz. The high-performance coupé features pure-bred motor sports technology, and introduces sports car fans to a whole new world in terms of dynamic performance. The AMG 6.0-l V12 biturbo engine, developing a maximum output of 493 kW/670 hp and maximum torque of 1,000 newton metres, guarantees the dynamic performanc
