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The new 2012 McLaren MP4-12C - be prepared the ride of your life

Even if the official launch date for the new MP4-12C has been announced to be in mid May for Europe and in September for the USA customers, McLaren has offered to a limited number of auto journalists the opportunity to test three of its dynamics testing "mules" on a 2.9 mile long autodromo in Portugal.
Speaking in terms of design, there are some elements that can make the new MP4 stand out in the crowd no matter how busy is the race track. First of all, we have the twin side huge air intakes that help the car's radiator cool down and we also have the twin exhaust pipes placed in the middle of the rear fascia. Alongside, the car also benefits both visual and functional from the 19 inch front and 20 inch rear wheels dressed in the new Pirelli P Zeros.
While still being in the final development phase the 2012 McLaren MP4-12C had revealed some of its secrets on the Portimao autodromo. Starting the 592 hp 3.8 liter bi-turbo power unit, the driver has the opportunity of selecting between two different sets of setting that can help the car change from an over the average sports car to a wild track monster. Also, mated to the above named engine, the SSG seven-speed gear box can be controlled by a small rocker arm placed on the steering column that even if it takes some time to adjust to,once you did, it feels like second nature.

Toyota iQ Pure-Electric Prototype is presented


The Geneva Motor Show in March will host the European debut of an all-electric prototype of the Toyota iQ. A flat, newly developed and compact lithium-ion battery mounted under the car's floor powers the electric motor of the iQ EV. Toyota informed that the battery pack did not reduce the passenger space or the regular iQ's load area and its potential driving range reaches up to 105 km or 65 miles. Offering a potential market launch through a leasing programme, this EV prototype is currently being tested on European roads, also investigating its viability in other regions. The car is expected to be brought in the USA and is going to join three more new models at the firm's Geneva Salon stand, incorporating the Yaris HSD hybrid concept, a closer production concept of the FT-86 rear-wheel drive coupe and the European market variant of the Prius+ minivan with seven seats.

2012 Mercedes-Benz SL Roadster convoy was spy photographed in Spain


A convoy of camouflaged Mercedes-Benz SL prototypes, which were accompanied by several other vehicles wearing the well-known star on their bonnet, was spy photographed in Spain last week by a car enthusiast, named Frank. Frank stated that he was on a trip to the south of Spain and he could not be happier to see the next SL, embodied by a heavily camouflaged Mercedes-Benz Coupe/Cabriolet. Despite the heavy cladding, a simple glimpse at the pictures makes us realize that the two-piece folding hard top from the predecessor is kept by the new generation model. Its styling will most probably be inspired from the German firm's more "artsy" design philosophy, which could be noticed on the recent concept models, such as the F800 Style, together with the latest CLS, along with a more aggressive front grille. Key components, such as electrical systems and the suspension bits are expected to be shared by both models as the 2012 SL was developed alongside the SLS Gullwing. No information was released concerning the engine, but there are some rumors which suggest that an entry-level V6 as well as the usual lineup of V8 units incorporating an upgraded V12 for the flagship version and possibly, Merc's newly developed 5.5-liter bi-turbo V8 for the AMG model.

New Aston Martin Virage Coupe and Volante are presented

An untrained eye would definitely not be able to make a clear distinction between the new pair of cars from Aston Martin and the brand's other models. A resurrection of the Virage name for a new coupe and cabriolet that sit between the DB9 and DBS has been made by Aston Martin, and, as the company officially announced, the technology from the DBS was efficiently capitalized by the Virage and combined with the refinement and comfort found in the Rapide and DB9. The company's well-known 6.0-liter V12 engine matched to a six-speed Touchtronic II automatic transmission mounted on the transaxle, powers the soft-top Volante and the Virage Coupe. This powerplant delivers 517HP and 420 lb-ft in the DBS and 477HP and 433 lb-ft for the DB9, so it seems quite natural for the Virage's V12 to produce 497HP and 420 lb-ft of peak torque. The 0-100 km/h sprint is accomplished in only 4.6 seconds with the Virage being able to continue up to a maximum speed of 299 km/h, which translates into 188 mph. Just for the sake of comparing, the numbers for the 510HP DBS are 4.3 seconds and 307 km/h, while the 477HP DB9 reaches 4.8 seconds and 306 km/h, respectively. Standard Carbon Ceramic Matrix brakes, Dynamic Stability Control system integrating bespoke settings as well as a new Adaptive Damping System with a specific tune, are featured by the Virage, which also adopts for the exterior a redesigned front bumper, a re-profiled rear bumper, different side sills, a fresh interpretation of Aston's side strake comprising six LEDs on the front wings, together with a new aluminum metal front grille with five horizontal vanes. High-quality materials were used for the interior of both Virage models, beginning with satellite navigation, cruise control, a 700W Aston Martin Premium Audio System incorporating Dolby Pro Logic II with full iPod integration, Bluetooth telephone preparation and colored piping. For the coupe form, the Virage will offer its customers the possibility of choosing a 2+2 or a two seater, and this latter option ensures a weight reduction together with a rear parcel shelf. After making its world debut at the upcoming Geneva Motor Show in March, the Virage is planned to go on sale shortly after.

Volkswagen lifts the top off the new Golf Cabriolet Mk6



After an almost decade-long hiatus, the return of the Cabriolet nameplate to the Golf range, will be marked at the 2011 Geneva Motor Show. One of the main features of the two-door four-seater includes a soft top with an electro-hydraulic drive that can be lowered or raised in only 9.5 seconds and the underpinnings of the latest generation Golf hatchback inspired the car model. The driver is also able to perform this process while driving at speeds of up to 30 km/h. As far as the exterior styling is concerned, there are a lot of similarities with the Golf Mk6, but the Cabriolet incorporates a unique rear section, more swept-back angle of its front windscreen frame, together with lower profile roof line. As compared to the previous Golf Cabriolets, the newcomer features a pop-up rollover protection system, which appears to be similar to the one found on its sister Audi model, the A3 convertible. The interior of the Cabriolet is identical to that of the hatchback, except for the four-seat layout. It is also 208 mm shorter than the Eos hardtop convertible and measures 4,215 mm in length, 1,424 mm in height and 1,779 mm in width. A 2,578 mm wheelbase is shared by both models, which results in the same interior space for all four passengers. Volkswagen's reports inform that 250 litres of boot space are offered by the Cabriolet with the roof down. Regarding the powertrain, a choice of six turbocharged direct-injection engines will be available in Europe for the convertible version of the Golf. Their power outputs range from 105HP to 210HP and they include two diesels, 1.6-liter TDI 105HP and 2.0-liter TDI 140HP, and four petrols, 1.2-liter TSI 105HP, 1.4-liter TSI 122HP, 1.4-liter TSI 160HP and 2.0-liter TSI 210HP. The 1.6-liter TDI with 105 PS and BlueMotion technology, which emits 117 g/km of CO2 and consumes 4.4 lt/100 km, is considered to be the most fuel efficient version. Volkswagen did not release any details concerning the launch of the new Golf Cabriolet in North America and its pricing starts at EUR23.625 in Germany.

Lexus releases new photos of the Geneva-bound LFA Nurburgring Edition

Lexus has recently presented more than a dozen new pictures of the LFA Nurburgring Edition version of its supercar, after initially providing a batch of three photos of the more track-oriented vehicle. Its world debut will take place at the Geneva Motor Show, on March 1 and the engineers built it in order to celebrate the LFA's hat-trick of class wins at the Nurburgring 24 Hours race. Only 50 of the 500 LFA cars that will be built are going to receive the Nurburgring performance package, with all these versions scheduled to be crafted during 2012, which represents the second full year of LFA production. Significant changes brought to the six-speed sequential transmission drop shift times from 0.20 to 0.15 seconds, while this LFA Nurburgring Edition provides a more powerful version of the front-mounted 4.8-liter V10 engine, which delivers no more than 526bhp, an increase of 10bhp as compared to the standard version. The original LFA's 3.7 second 0-100 km/h sprint time and a maximum speed of 325 km/h are maintained despite the faster gearbox, the impressive power boost due to the aerodynamic enhancements featuring an increased drag, meant to augment downforce at high speed and comprise a larger front spoiler, fin-type side spoilers, a canard fin and a fixed rear wing. Other important specifications include exclusive mesh-type wheels integrating dedicated high-grip tires, a 10 mm reduction in the ride height, as well as a more hardcore suspension tuning. The exterior colors of this limited edition car model limit to only matte black, black, white or orange, while the interiors will be finished in black and red, black and purple and all-black. Reports from Lexus announce that door trims and a carbon fibre center console, with carbon fibre seat sports finished in Alcantara, for the cars which will be delivered in Europe.

Maybach 57 S Coupe by Xenated debuts in Geneva, but not at the show

  The new Maybach 57 S-based coupe is going to make its first public appearance at Geneva, but as strange as it may sound, the location will not be the Palexpo center, where the Geneva Motor Show will be held, but a pavilion in the gardens of "La Reserve" hotel, located on the banks of Lake Geneva. The company has not confirmed yet whether this decision is somehow related with Maybach being present at the show. The displayed car will be a customer-specified model, which was configured by Fredrik Burchardt, the Xenatec designer, and was built exclusively for him. A special effect is created by the car's two-tone paintwork with its matte finish applied by hand in special layers. A thin gray line separates the main colors, just like Maybach limousines, while the finest craftsmanship defines the interior, with upholstery made of mid-brown buffalo hide combined with dark nappa leather, all hand-stitched. Nappa leather was used for the finish of the headliner, while the owner specified Alcantara lining for the footwells. The same 6.0-liter V12 engine from the Maybach 57 S delivers 612HP, 1,000 Nm of torque and provides a top speed of 275 km/h, with an average fuel consumption of 16.4 lt/100km. It is expensive and it looks expensive, featuring a starting price of EUR675,000, before taxes.

Chevrolet reveals Cruze hatch


Chevrolet has released new picture of the final production version of its new five-door Cruze hatchback that will be launched at next week’s Geneva motor show.
The Cruze hatchback was first seen as a thinly veiled near production ready concept at last autumn’s Paris motor show and the Geneva show car sports almost no noticeable changes over that model.


See the first official pic of the Cruze hatchback
The five-door model, underpinned by GM’s Delta platform that’s also found on the Astra, is a crucial car for Chevrolet in Western Europe as it gives hatchback practicality to the Cruze range for the first time.
Chevrolet UK managing director Mark Terry said the car offered the firm “a huge opportunity in the UK” given the popularity of the Focus/Golf class with UK buyers.
Read more on the Cruze hatch Paris concept
Chevrolet has said the new Cruze hatchback will come with “a new range of engines” that will be topped by the 161bhp 2.0-litre turbodiesel unit from the new Orlando MPV mated to a six-speed manual gearbox.
The firm claims the Cruze five-door brings “new levels of style its versatility”. Boot capacity for the car is close to 400-litres.
UK sales will start in the summer, although the firm has yet to given an indication on pricing. It is one of four new cars to be launched by Chevrolet in the UK this year; a new Aveo, Captiva facelift and Orlando, will join it in the Chevrolet range.

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2011 Nissan Murano LE SUV

The 2011 Nissan Murano ranks 8 out of 23 Affordable Midsize SUVs. This ranking is based on our analysis of 38 published reviews and test drives of the Nissan Murano, and our analysis of reliability and safety data.
The 2011 Nissan Murano is an affordable midsize SUV that is actually fun to drive.  With good power, fuel economy and nimble handling, reviewers have no trouble recommending the Murano.
For many buyers, a midsize SUV is the car you need – to haul kids, dogs and family gear – but not necessarily the car you want.  It’s tough to give up a sporty sedan for stogy looks and performance that’s typically geared for comfort.  However, reviewers say that with the 2011 Nissan Murano, you can have your family car and still scratch your performance itch.
 The Murano is no slouch when it comes to practicality. While it doesn’t offer a third-row seat, reviewers say the five-seat SUV is comfortable and accommodating.  Plus, it has some handy optional cargo features that make corralling your stuff easy. Good safety ratings and strong fuel economy numbers make it a credible contender as a family crossover. "Murano is a likable SUV that offers secure handling, a comfortable interior, versatile cargo utility, and a strong, refined powertrain,” saysConsumer Guide. “Midsize SUV shoppers should add it to their test-drive list."
The one complaint that reviewers have about the Murano is that while its base price is affordable, the upper trims can get pricey. For 2011, Nissan has introduced a new SV trim that attempts to balance the price/feature equation.  Just know that if you want a basic, fun family hauler, the base Murano is a good value.  But, if you need lots of gadgets to keep your brood happy, you should save some money by shopping the competition.

Other SUVs to Consider

When it comes to matching the Murano in terms of performance and affordability, the Mazda CX-7 is the only SUV that comes close.  Not only does it have a lower starting price than the Murano, but reviewers say it’s just as fun to drive.  Plus, it gets better fuel economy.
If your main priority is practicality, check out the Honda Pilot. It’s larger than the Murano and can’t offer the same level of sporty performance, but its bigger size means more cargo room, seating for seven (and more LATCH connectors), and it has a lower base price. Although the Pilot is larger than the Murano, it only give up one miles per gallon in city driving.

Details: Nissan Murano

For 2011, the 2011 Nissan Murano gets some styling changes and a new SV trim.  The Murano is available in the base S, SV, SL and top-of-the-line LE. All models have a V6 engine and are available in front- or all-wheel drive. Be sure to check out this month's Nissan Deals for incentives.

2011 Nissan Armada



An imposing stance and rugged, macho styling cues separate the 2011 Nissan Armada from the rest of the full-size SUV crowd, but the Armada fails to stand out for interior space, comfort, or practicality.
The 5.6-liter V-8 engine in the Armada makes 317 horsepower and 385 pound-feet of torque, and it starts with the rumble of a muscle car. Its torque-monster character works well with the five-speed automatic transmission, allowing smooth, quick takeoffs, even with a full load, as well as impressive passing ability (thanks to quick, responsive downshifting), while it can tow up to 9,100 pounds. The Armada, by some gauges, can get to 60 mph in less than seven seconds—good for such a large vehicle. But while brakes are good, steering, handling, and maneuverability are sore spots for this mammoth truck; try to make any quick change in direction, and you're woefully aware of this vehicle's tremendous heft.

What you see from the outside is essentially what you get inside the 2011 Nissan Armada. This big ute has seats that are a little hard to get up into, but once you're there, if it's in the first two rows, it's comfortable. And if you're wondering how there's a third row with space for cargo, it comes down to either passengers or cargo back there, really, and the load floor is awkwardly high.
The seating position of the Armada is pleasant and upright in the first and second rows, with the front seats especially quite comfortable and supportive—and it's easy to find a good position with the available adjustable pedals. Second-row captain's chairs are also very comfortable but reduce capacity from eight to seven, replacing the bench seat. In back, the third-row bench is just passable for smaller adults, but it leaves almost no cargo space and headroom is tighter back there.
Refinement isn't so top-notch, and its an area where the Armada is showing its age. Nissan has moved to dress up the Armada's interior in recent years, but overall, there are too many dull plastics in this interior, and trims still look on the cheap side. Ride quality in the Armada is firm but smooth, soaking up most major bumps, but it isn't the most refined experience. In multiple test vehicles over the years our editors have noted a fair amount of wind noise, and engine noise in these vehicles is cranked up to an almost ever-present level. While the V-8 sounds good, it can get wear on you on long mountain passes, or when towing.

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New BMW H2R Cars Review And Specification

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New BMW H2R Cars Review And Specification

BMW H2R cars wallpapers and preview with prices informationHydrogen does not only mean top performance in rockets traveling to outer space: BMW Cars has proven what the hydrogen car is capable of, setting 9 records for cars powered by a hydrogen-fuelled internal combustion engine. "Nine records marking the start into the hydrogen age. BMW technology has already come a long way. Now, together with

New BMW 330i Cars Reviews AND Specificatio

BMW 330i Cars Reviews AND Specification with BMW 330i Cars wallpapersBMW 330i Performance Package raises the renown 3 Series Sedan driving experience to a new level. The 330i sedan continues to win comparison test after comparison test on the strength of its performance and handling prowess. Never being a company to leave well enough alone, the introduction of the Performance Package will raise

New BMW 330i Cars Reviews AND Specificatio

BMW 330i Cars Reviews AND Specification with BMW 330i Cars wallpapersBMW 330i Performance Package raises the renown 3 Series Sedan driving experience to a new level. The 330i sedan continues to win comparison test after comparison test on the strength of its performance and handling prowess. Never being a company to leave well enough alone, the introduction of the Performance Package will raise

Upcoming Cars in 2011 Opel Antara cars wallpapers and reviews

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Honda Insight Hybrids cars wallpapers and reviews

Honda Insight Hybrids cars wallpapers and reviewsThe 2010 Honda Insight is one of the most popular hybrids on the road today. The Honda Insight was introduced in 1999 with two seats.

Upcoming Cars in 2011 new Opel Corsa OPC Cars Images and wallpapers with specification reviews

Upcoming Cars in 2011 new Opel Corsa OPC Cars Images and wallpapers with specification reviewsThe visionary who slipped an Opel Corsa onto General Motors' stand at last January's North American International Auto Show in Detroit is the individual currently strutting corporate halls with the "I told you so!" look on his face.

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Upcoming Cars in 2011 The Opel Corsa Cars Images and wallpapers with specification reviews

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The Suzuki Kizashi Cars Images and wallpapers with specification reviews

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Upcoming Cars in 2011 Kia Sportage Cars Images and wallpapers with specification reviews

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Upcoming Cars in 2011 Suzuki Kizashi Cars Images and wallpapers with specification reviewsAn even more aggressive Concept Kizashi 2 followed at the October Tokyo Motor Show then a third variation debuted at the March, 2008 New York Auto Show. This one, Concept Kizashi 3, was much tamer and more production-realistic.

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Upcoming Cars in 2011 Saab 9-5 Cars Images and wallpapers with specification reviews

Upcoming Cars in 2011 Saab 9-5 Cars Images and wallpapers with specification reviewsFor amusement, it is no picnic to overpower the 2010 Mazda Miata. With its tight guiding and condensed fling shifter, the auto is a driver's dream, and it had us giggling maniacally as we slung it down each curvy road we would be able to observe

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Mitsubishi Lancer Cars Images and wallpapers with specification reviewsThe 2011 Fusion is evaluated among $20,000 and $29,000 hinging on motor decision and selection of headlines. The standard Fusion offers 23 MPG in the burb and up to 34 MPG on the highway.

New Upcoming Cars Mazda 3 Cars with Photos

New Upcoming Cars Mazda 3 Cars with PhotosAvailable in a four-door model and a five-door hatch, the 2010 Mazda 3 comes in a narrower range of colors than previous models. It has a three year/36, 000 mile warranty with a transferable powertrain warranty for five years/60, 000 miles.

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The Chevrolet Camaro SSX Track Car

The Chevrolet Camaro SSX Track Car has a purposeful aesthetic, with exterior appointments and suspension modifications aimed at road course performance. They include carbon fiber aero parts - front splitter and adjustable rear wing - lightweight carbon fiber body panels, revised lower grille and unique brake cooling ducts. The carbon body panels significantly lower the Camaro's weight, as does

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Since the Ford Mustang was introduced in 1964, millions of people have lusted after one. Over the past 45 years, more than nine million have purchased new Mustangs and countless millions more have bought used Mustangs. The 2009 Ford Mustang GT has continued the tradition.In 1966 the Hertz rent a car company agreed to purchase 1000 Shelby GT 350 for their rental fleet. It ended up that 996 cars

New BMW sub-brand: BMW i

The new BMW sub-brand focused on developing sustainable mobility solutions has been launched. “BMW i represents a new movement in premium mobility. With the introduction of this new sub-brand, the BMW Group reaffirms its leadership as the most innovative and sustainable premium car company. The products and services have been conceived around a revolutionary approach: purpose designed and purpose built for sustainable, premium mobility. It’s a new day in our industry; a new era for individual mobility. This is BMW i – Born Electric,” said Ian Robertson, member of the Board of Management of BMW AG responsible for Sales and Marketing, in Munich on Monday.

In a first move, two models will be launched under the new sub-brand from 2013 – the BMW i3 and BMW i8. The BMW Group will also significantly expand its range of mobility services over the years ahead. To achieve this, a Venture Capital company was founded in New York City, BMW i Ventures, with an investment totalling up to 100 million US dollars.

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2011 BMW 1 M Coupe Coming Soon

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Lamborghini Sold its Last bull

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VW Golf R is Coming to America

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Recall alert: 2010 New Beetle


Volkswagen is recalling 27 New Beetles from the 2010 model year because they do not comply with federal standards for crash protection, according to theNational Highway Traffic Safety Administration.

The affected vehicles, which do not meet barrier test requirements that took effect Sept. 1, were built between Sept. 1 and Sept. 22, 2010. You can check your vehicle's build date on a sticker on the driver-side doorjamb.

Volkswagen will offer to replace affected owners' vehicles with comparable vehicles that were built before Sept. 1 and thus meet federal standards before the new standards took effect. The recall is expected to begin Tuesday. For more info, owners can call Volkswagen at 800-822-8987 or NHTSA's vehicle safety hotline at 888-327-4236.

Volkswagen Golf, Polo Still Kings of Europe



2010 was, just like 2009, a very difficult year for the whole industry but, with the help of scrappage schemes and government incentives, a large 

part of the industry managed to  survive. The end of the year brought the first signs of recovery and 2011 was expected to bring bigger sales in all segments of the industry. Unfortunately, the end of incentive programs brought lower sales all around, including in Europe.

On the Old Continent, the automotive industry registered a decrease of 0.9 points in January, selling a total of 1,070,231 cars, down from 1,079,839 posted in the same month of the previous year. Germany remains the biggest European car market with 211,056 sold units last month, an increase of 16.5 percent versus January 2010, followed by France with 185,521 versus 171,478 (up 8.2 percent).

In case you're wondering, Volkswagen is the company that sold the best in January, delivering a total of 127,885 units and posting an increase of 5 percent. But the biggest increase was registered by none other than GM's Opel which sold 72,902 units, up from 68,286 units in January 2010 (+6.8 percent).

Volkswagen Golf is still the best selling model in Europe, with 38,860 units delivered last month, a drop of 1.9 percent versus January 2010. The Polo comes second with 28,882 units (down 9 percent from the same month of 2010), followed closely by Ford Fiesta with 27,012 units (down 31.3 percent). Only two models sold in Europe managed to post sales increases: Opel Astra - up 6.7 points and Ford Focus - up 0.9 points.

2011 Volkswagen CC



While basically a restyled version of Volkswagen's conservative Passat sedan (no longer offered for 2011 while an all-new version waits in the wings), the CC hits an entirely different aesthetic realm--and to many, looks like a more expensive car than it is.
If you feel that the 2011 Volkswagen CC feels a little bit like an auto-show concept, or a much more expensive vehicle, you're not alone. The CC takes after the Mercedes-Benz CLS with its stunning, coupe-like silhouette, frameless windows, and long, flowing design--including nice rear styling that tucks neatly down. The Volkswagen CC's interior still stands out several years after introduction; it includes details like contrast stitching, contrast color themes for the upholstery, and pleasing, upscale trims that aren't typical in a car that starts well under the $30k mark.
While the strong, sleek appearance of the 2011 Volkswagen CC might suggest sport sedan, it's not quite that. All of the CC models are quick on the straight line, though they don't handle with the verve of a sport sedan, clearly trading off some crispness for comfort. The engine that powers most of the CC line is the excellent 2.0-liter turbocharged, direct-injected four-cylinder, making 200 horsepower and 207 pound-feet of torque, and we much prefer it to the 3.6-liter VR6 engine that's available (only in 4Motion all-wheel-drive guise). VW's excellent DSG automatic is now offered in the CC, and we like it or the standard manual. The VR6, which has to be revved a bit, simply doesn't move the CC that much quicker to justify its fuel economy figures, of just 17 mpg city.
The VW CC handles well, but that's not its forte. Most of the lineup--especially the four-cylinder models--ride quite well, and lavish interior trims feel luxury-car caliber; the interior is tight and serene, too.
But take even a brief look at the rather odd seating arrangement and slightly cramped backseat, and it's abundantly clear that the Volkswagen CC is a vehicle that was designed for form over function. Backseat space isn't passable for adults, for head room reasons, while the front-seat position is, for lack of terse terms, a bit odd.

2010 Volkswagen GTI vs 2012 Volkswagen Golf R: What Do You Want to Know?



Right, so the cleverest amongst us will notice that that blue thing there with the gaping grille and cool, not-phone-dialey wheels, is not our 2010 Volkswagen GTI, but rather a 2012 Volkswagen Golf R. You know the deal: all-wheel-drive and 266-horsepower and 258 pound-feet of torque from a turbocharged 2.0-liter, six-speed manual ONLY.

2011 Mitsubishi GalEA Concept by Gábor Farkas

Mitsubishi GalEA was created by Gábor Farkas. The independent designer has now sent us yet another Mitsubishi study, this time for a replacement to the Galant sedan.The concept is named GalEA and is said to draw its inspiration from the previous, sharper-looking eighth generation Galant of the late 1990s, while sharing similar design cues with the smaller Concept CS.Follow the jump to read

New Sport Car Special Edition of Lexus IS 350C F

Lexus IS 350C F Sport Special Edition which will arrive at dealerships across the U.S. towards the end of February.Only a total of 175 exemplars will be produced, each of them featuring special elements like 19 inch dark graphite alloys wrapped in Michelin Pilot Sport tires, shock absorbers from Bilstein, lowered suspension springs, a sway bar that helps reduce body roll and Bi-Xenon

Nissan Micra DIG-S Release

New car from Nissan with making a new step to reduce the CO2 emissions of its range, as the company is introducing a new version of the Micra which follows the downsizing trend.A direct injection unit with a supercharger – hence the car’s name: Direct Injection Gasoline-Supercharger (DIG-S) – the engine is the embodiment of Nissan’s PURE DRIVE strategy, delivering sparkling performance

Maserati GranCabrio Sport 2012

Maserati GranCabrio Sport, This naturally aspirated engine produces in this configuration 331 kW (450 horsepower) and has 510 Nm at the peak of its rich, thick torque curve. Maserati’s Friction Reduction Program has made the Maserati GranCabrio Sport’s engine more reactive to the driver’s most-nuanced inputs, while reaching a 6% reduction in fuel consumption. This six-speed transmission is

2012 Ford Territory Australian the Spy Shots

The new Ford Territory has been made to the Australian market.The Ford Territory has served Ford Australia VERY well in it’s first 6 years of sales,  Cue spy shots.There’s also some indication that buyers will be able to opt for an inline six-cylinder gasoline mill if the oil burner doesn’t quite suit their wallets. At this point, it’s unclear whether Australian buyers will get to play with

BMW I8 with No Turbo Diesel

BMW supercar is being developed under the name i8, which is not powered by a diesel-electric hybrid like the concept of Vision EifficientDynamics.I8 BMW should be introduced in 2013 and is powered by a gasoline engine.The recently announced “i” sub-brand of BMW supercar i8 launch in 2013, but will come with a petrol engine instead.BMW introduced the Vision EfficientDynamics Concept with a 3-

2012 Lamborghini Aventador LP-700 Official Trailer

The U.S. trademark registered the nameLamborghini Aventador, leading to doubts about whether it would be the official name of Lamborghini Jota.On the based on what was seen 2012 Lamborghini Aventador LP700-4 seems to have taken over many of its styling cues from the Lamborghini Reventon.2012 Lamborghini Aventador LP700-4 will be a whopping 230kg (507 lbs) lighter than a Murcielago LP640-4 coupe

2011 Opel Zafira Tourer The Concept Car

Opel Zafira concept Tourer makes its world premiere at the Geneva Motor Show 2011 (3-13 March).The concept car combines maximum flexibility in premium feel, which is a blend of functionality and luxury. Opel Zafira Tourer concept is the “living room on wheels”, and a light, airy and high-class quality interior that offers ample space for rear seat passengers.The 2011 Opel Zafira Tourer

Aston Martin Virage Release at 2011 Geneva Auto Show

Aston Martin was release a new model, that is  Aston Martin Virage  and will make debut at 2011 Geneva Auto Show.The Virage has two body styles: a two-door coupe and a soft-top convertible. Aston Martin said in coupe form, the Virage is available as a 2+2 or 2+0 as an option.The Virage’s mid-mounted 5.9-liter V12 makes 490 horsepower. It is linked to a six-speed automatic transmission. It

2011 Chevrolet Corvette Grand Sport

Combinations of performance and efficiency of any Sports car of  was release from Chevrolet Corvette Grand Sport.The Grand Sport has the wider wheels and fenders of the Z06, along with beefed-up brakes and a more-premium suspension. It also has a dry-sump engine (manual-transmission versions) to go along with a bunch of smaller changes.Grand Sport, this low-rent interior was another sore

2011 Novitec Rosso Ferrari 458 Italia

Novitec Rosso have basic knowledge of engines and a new model. He implement  skill to  added and upgrade Ferrari 458 Italia a with new carbon fiber, without the air box, high performance exhaust system made of a superalloy Inconel nickel-chromium-based, which weighs 21 kg (46 kg) less as a sport exhaust manifolds, sport catalysts and rear silencer with the shock of sound, which can activate

New BMW Z4 Cars Review and specification

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BMW M3 & BMW M5 Cars Wallpapers and images with Review and specification

We are adding some cars information like BMW M3 & BMW M5 Cars Wallpapers and images with Review and specificationBMW M high-performance engines that come with:• High Pressure Double VANOS for steplessly variable intake- & exhaust-valve timing • Individual, electronically controlled throttle body for each cylinder. M Dynamic Driving Control provides two driver-selected settings for throttle

New BMW 3 Series 2005 Cars Wallpapers and images

BMW 3 Series 2005 Cars Review and specification with short previewsThe new 3 Series faces the daunting task of upstaging what is the defining car of its generation and market sector. With engine technology and a focused design strategy at its core, the new 3 Series looks set to do just that. Once again, the new 3 Series sets a new benchmark for small executive cars and I am confident it will be a

BMW 130i cars wallpapers and specification with Cars Review

New BMW 130i cars wallpapers and specification with Cars ReviewTaking BMW's lightweight magnesium-alloy six-cylinder 258hp petrol engine as a basis, BMWengineers have wrung every last drop of power from the revolutionary powerplant, making the BMW 130i six-cylinder the most powerful engine in its class and the most powerful six-cylinder engine under a BMW bonnet, bar the M3. It is also the only

New BMW 760Li High Security cars wallpapers and images with Review

New BMW 760Li High Security cars wallpapers and images with Review specification The new-generation BMW 7 Series is making yet another world debut at this year's GenevaMotor Show - this time in the guise of the BMW 760Li High Security. Based on the top-of-the-range 760Li 12-cylinder, this fourth generation of BMW security vehicles complying with bullet-proof standard B6/B7 meets the highest and

New BMW X5 Cars Reviews and specification

BMW X5 Cars Reviews and specification and cars wallpapers imagesWhen the X5 debuted in 1999, it left no doubt that a vehicle with true go-anywhere capability could also deliver BMW levels of performance, luxury, safety and style. The X5 delivered in spades. Four years after its launch, the world's first Sports Activity Vehicle still enjoys enormous popularity. To ensure that this popularity

New BMW 3 Series Touring Cars Reviews and BMW 3 Series cars wallpapers

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New BMW 7 Series 2006 Cars Wallpapers and Reviews

BMW 7 Series 2006 Cars Wallpapers and Reviews with Short specification and pricesThe 2006 750i and 750Li will feature a new 4.8 liter VALVETRONIC V8 engine capable of 360horsepower (SAE net) and 360 lb-ft of torque. The new models are even more responsive than their predecessors, with a 0-60 mph time of just 5.8 seconds. BMW 760i and 760Li: Twelve-cylinder engine with a unique combination of

New BMW 760Li Cars Reviews And Wallpapers

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New BMW 645CI Convertible Review with cars wallpapers

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New BMW Alpina Roadster V8 Cars Wallpapers and Review

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BMW 5 Series Cars Specification And Wallpapers

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2011 The Chevrolet Sonic sedan and five-door models

Once the next generation Impala hits the market, it will go up against the next generation Ford Taurus and a host of other competitors. Still, if GM plays its market planning right, the Impala may have a shot at winning back customers who long since fled the brand for more modern sedans or opted for other Chevy models.From every angle, Chevrolet Sonic sedan and five-door models convey strength,

Toyota Adding U.S. Transmission Capacity


Toyota made the announcement with Governor Earl Ray Tomblin, U.S. Senator Jay Rockefeller, U.S. Representative Shelley Moore Capito, Toyota management and team members in attendance.
 
Toyota Motor Manufacturing West Virginia, Inc. (TMMWV) currently builds 6-speed transmissions for V6 engine models including the Avalon, Camry, Lexus RX350, Sienna and Venza.
 
The expansion will bring TMMWV’s annual transmission capacity to nearly 400,000.  The expansion raises total employment to approximately 1,100 and total plant investment to $1.26 billion.
 
Similarly, Bodine Aluminum facilities in Jackson, Tenn. and Troy, Mo. will also add capacity to support TMMWV.  Start of production at all three facilities is projected by the end of 2012.
 
The two Bodine Aluminum plants will provide transmission cases and housing parts to the West Virginia plant.  The expansion will increase Bodine’s capacity by more than 320,000 units annually representing approximately 20 new jobs and an $8.4 million investment. 

Audi RS5 Wins Sports Car 2010 Award

68,132 readers of Auto Bild SportsCars just awarded the Audi RS5 Coupe with the title “SportsCar of the Year” for 2010 in the “Production Coupes” category. 173 cars were split up amongst 17 categories, which were then divided into two “production” and “tuning” subcategories, so I guess that would be 34 categories total.
In other awards, the Audi R8 GT won second place in the “Production Supercars” category, the Audi R8 Spyder 5.2 won second in “Production Convertibles,” the Audi S3 Sportback got third in the “Production Compact Cars” class and the Audi RS 6 Avant also took third in “Production Station Wagons.”
Looks like those Germans are really proud of their Audis!

New Look, New Future, New Audi A6


The mid-level luxury car market has turned into a battle royal with the BMW 5 Series, Mercedes-Benz E-Class, Infiniti M and the Jaguar XF existing as some of many prestigious packages reloading for a premium sedan fight. An ultra-competitive luxury car market, the position of standing still is essentially going backwards. While a redesign of the Audi A6 occurred just two years prior, a sense of urgency set in within the Ingolstadt, Germany headquarters to freshen their important mid-sized four-door.
Shaped over 20 percent aluminum coupled with high-tech steel construction, the new Audi A6 is reshaped using the persona of the newly-released Audi A7 Sportback (a unconventional wagon which shares the mid-sized sedan’s platform). New A6 sedan’s wheelbase length has grown by almost 3 inches to 113.6 inches for an improved road-holding stance. Roughly 0.7 inches wider than its 2010 counterpart, the new Audi A6 dimensions of 193.68 inches in length and 57.48 inches in height is largely consistent with the predecessor’s design. Focus on top-notch strength and low weight also included Audi engineers considering the best aerodynamic flow of the 2011 Audi A6 sedan which now runs at a drag coefficient as low as 0.26 in testing.

Adhering to current European styling, the design of the new Audi A6 sedan is crafted to be athletic without involving unnecessary curves and accents. At first look, the most eye-catching detail of the new A6 sedan is the more aggressive Audi A7-farmed headlamps style. Given a near menacing stare at the road, an option all LED forward lighting further enhances a look of a high-tech sports sedan. Dedicated to allowing drivers to have the best view of the road in all driving conditions, new Audi A6 sedans also have an available adaptive light function automatically adjusts illumination based on the surrounding traffic. An available S line package for the outer part of the new Audi A6 lends to more racier design details including sharper front bumper and a rear diffuser insert.
A skillfully conceived exterior, interior details of the new Audi A6 were also granted the expertise of Audi personnel. Said to be a trip into “an ambiance of airiness and roominess” according to Audi, the new A6 controls are thoughtfully laid out around the dash panel and center console for the motorist. Audi’s newest edition MMI radio and CD player is standard operated through a 6.5 inch monitor. To offer a full scale of multimedia options, DVD charger, a 1,300-watt Bang & Olufsen supplied 15-speaker sound system and wireless LAN are all features found on the new Audi A6.
For the absolute luxury feel, optional comfort seating for the driver and passenger provides up to 18-way adjustment. Beyond power seating adjustment controls, comfort seats also incorporate a massager offering five different levels of stimulation. Trim pieces come in a Micrometallic platinum, aluminum or in a variety of real wood such as ash, walnut and soon an oak accent. 18.72 cubic feet of luggage space inside the new A6 will allow owners to take more items on a weekend trip or away from a shopping spree.

2012 Chevrolet Camaro ZL1 at Chicago Auto Show

The Camaro ZL1 transmission should appeal to enthusiasts who have a need for performance. The transmission is used with a dual-mass flywheel and twin-disc clutch shifting ease and operation. A new, shorter-throw shifter drives the shifting gears. Drivers will be able to bring their rides to a quick, safe stop as this model includes track-capable Brembo brakes.While tooling down the road, drivers

new info about the launch of the audi q3

Audi fans have been eagerly awaiting the official launch of the Q3 crossover from Audi and details are being revealed as the unveiling nears. The Audi Q3 is designed to meet head on the BLK or GLC from Mercedes-Benz and the X1 from BMW.




Spy images are very scarce on the internet but the Q3 is expected to have the design lines of the Cross Coupe concept that was exhibited during the Shanghai auto show back in 2007. Earlier spy photos of the Q3 protoype hint of a prominent grille, distinct headlamps, and sloped roofline. The smalles SUV will be deriving its DNA from the platform of the VW Tiguan with a suspension system tuned to make the riding experience sportier.
The Audi Q3 will have three engine options. Consumers can opt for the 2.0L TFSI that gives out 168 hp or 208 hp. Another option will be the 2.0L TDI that produces 168 hp. These powerplants will be mated to the usual Audi transmisision choices. Carbon dioxide emissions may hit 158 grams per kilometer through 184 g/km.
The Audi Q3 might be unveiled during the upcoming motor show in Frankfurt with first deliveries in Germany on September or October. The Audi Q3 will be marketed side by side Audi’s bigger SUVs the Q5 and the Q7. Production will likely take place at the Seat plant in Spain.

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