28 December 2011, 03:56 PM
What Chrysler is going to try and do with the new 300 series is to blend style and luxury with affordability and refinement. Sales are expected to start during the first quarter of 2012 with a base price of $40,145.
Two trimmings will be offered when showrooms open up to costumers: the Chrysler 300 and the Chrysler 300 C. Both of these cars can be equipped with either an AWD system or RWD. The more economical and less powerful 300 pumps out 292 horsepower from a 3.6 liter Pentastar V6 while t
28 December 2011, 03:51 PM
Since 1997, every year the ÖkoTrend institute has been awarding and ranking thousands of cars based on data which involves the subject's environmental impact, efficiency, manufacture, logistics and recycling. All and all there are 12 categories in which cars may fall in to.
This year the “Luxury” and “SUV” categorie
28 December 2011, 03:45 PM
When one hears “Platinum”, other words like premium, exclusive and expensive come to mind. Well the new Nissan X-Trail Platinum is all of that, except maybe expensive. Prices will start at £29,180 which is actually cheaper than the Tekna model on which is based.
So what makes it justify its name?
It has some new equipment features which no other model in the rage has had before. A sophisticated new touch screen communication unit features satellite navigation, iPod connectivity and Blueto
28 December 2011, 10:16 AM
The new 750 HP Lingenfelter ZR1 Corvette is the package which includes the absolutely astonishing 750 horsepower. It also features the addition of the GT9 ZR1 supercharger camshaft and Lingenfelter CNC ported LS9 cylinder heads.
With this package you can add more horsepower to the previous 710 HP package while maintaining a safe level of boost and supercharger RPM. Moreover the GT9 camshaft has an excellent sound quality and will not hamper the vehicles drivability or reliability. With this package you will get
28 December 2011, 09:52 AM
The exclusive accessories of the new Thema and Voyager models are now available. They made their debute at the recent Bologna Motor Show. Created by the Fiat Group Automobiles Parts & Service sector in collaboration with Lancia brand, the products are gathered in two Lancia Lineaccessori catalogues, which available online.
At the Bologna show the public had the opportunity to see a huge range of products offered to customers both at the time they purchase a new vehicle and in the later stages to personalise
28 December 2011, 09:27 AM
Prior Design has shared more details about their improvement in BMW 5-Series F10. The vehicle has got some additional increase in body aerodynamics through the Aerodynamic-Kit.
Firstly in the package is included Prior-Design PD front add-on spoiler. I t fits all BMW 5-Series F10 standard models except M5 and models with original M-Sport Package installed. Secondly, there has being added Prior-Designs PD side skirts that fits all BMW 5-Series F10 models. Furthermore there is Prior-Designs PD rear add-on spoiler (
27 December 2011, 04:01 PM
The GOOD DESIGN awards (must be hard to be excellent) are annually given by The Chicago Athenaeum: Museum of Architecture and Design along with The European Centre for Architecture Art Design and Urban Studies. In terms of prestige, this event is the Oscars for designers. It values innovation, originality and quite frankly bravery when it comes to designing products of any kind. Interestingly enough there is also a “Transportation”category which, in 2011, was won by the Hyundai Veloster.
Here's what the director
27 December 2011, 04:01 PM
Lexus have announced that their new 2013 GS 350, arriving at showrooms in early February, will be no more expensive than it's predecessor despite various improvements in terms of styling, handling, technology and interior. Manufacturer’s Suggested Retail Prices (MSRP) start at $46,900* for the rear-wheel drive configuration and $49,450* for the all-wheel drive one.
Lexus say they have revised the GS's chassis in order to enhance the driving experience with accurate response and spot on handli
27 December 2011, 04:00 PM
Fuji Heavy Industries Ltd. (FHI) along with Subaru Tecnica International Inc. (STI) will be taking part in the Tokyo Auto Salon 2012 with NAPAC (Japan Car Parts and Aftermarket Promotion Association) in mid January. Their main idea is to promote the refinement and convenience which comes from the peculiar BOXER type of engine ("Proud of BOXER" will be their motto). And now they have revealed their showroom line up which will feature two new concepts.
SUBARU BRZ STI CONCEPT (display model) –
27 December 2011, 12:21 PM
Bridge of Weir Leather and Fisker Automotive are bringing together the combination of low carbon leather and a sustainable luxury! The vehicle is the world’s first luxury, range-extended electric car – called the Fisker Karma. All this comes in a formidable package. Top Gear has already put a high evaluation on it giving it the title “Luxury Car of the Year”.
The quality of the interior is set as high as possible: the bulk of the Fisker Karma’s luxurious interior material on the EcoStandard™ and EcoSport™ model
23 December 2011, 02:07 PM
With the 5th generation of Golf GTIs, Volkswagen decided to bring back the essence of the original and iconic Golf GTI Mk 1. Anyone who has seen the the Golf GTI from the 70's can immediately point out which genes have made it on to the Mk. 5. The red lining of the front honeycomb grille, the black side skirts, the plaid seats and a typical tachometer all give away the otherwise discrete hot hatch.
Shmidt Revolution, a German tuning company, finding it pointless to try and improve on perfect
23 December 2011, 02:02 PM
Last week we had more speculations and less facts about the forthcoming Lexus concept which will be revealed on the NAIAS in Detroit in mid January.
Today however we are making progress by having a full view on what Lexus say will be the LF-LC 2+2 Sports Coupe Concept. It's design, they say, is made from scratch implementing “organic shapes to achieve a close connection between driver and car”.
We certainly like it and if it ends up actually being built as a production vehicle, Lexus will