2010 Renault Fluence

August 31, 2009 Filed Under: Renault
2010 Renault Fluence

Renault has confirmed that will launch a new saloon, Fluence and will be built on the existing assembly line at the Oyak-Renault plant in Bursa, Turkey, where the previous Mégane II saloon was produced. Renault Fluence comes with a 4,620mm long, 1,809mm wide, 1,479mm high and a wheelbase of 2,702mm, 530dm3 of boot space, more passenger space than any major rival, including 1,480mm of elbow room at the front and 1,475mm at the rear. From launch,... 

2006 Saleen S7 Twin Turbo

December 23, 2008 Filed Under: Tuning
2006 Saleen S7 Twin Turbo

The Saleen S7 Twin Turbo is an updated revision of the original S7. Although the initial concept for the S7 incorporated twin-turbochargers, they were not used on the production car. The twin-turbocharged version later developed in 2005 went on sale for $585,296 USD, replacing standard S7 production. The engine was upgraded with two Garrett turbochargers producing approximately 6 psi (0.4 bar) of boost, increasing the maximum power to 750 horsepower... 

2011 Mazda6 Facelift

January 27, 2010 Filed Under: Mazda
2011 Mazda6 Facelift

The 2011 Mazda6 Facelift is introduced, along with new head and rear lamps, for more sportiness and a clearer premium identity. Six engines will be available, including a powerful new 2.0-litre DISI petrol that uses less fuel and produces fewer emissions than the 2.0-litre engine it replaces. Its five-speed automatic transmission was adapted especially for this new petrol engine to deliver an optimal combination of acceleration and fuel economy. The... 

2009 Chevrolet Cruze WTCC

February 16, 2009 Filed Under: Chevrolet
2009 Chevrolet Cruze WTCC

With a new global car on the way for 2009, the World Touring Car Championship is the perfect platform for Chevrolet to put its latest model in the public eye. This is the new Cruze WTCC car, which replaces the successful Lacetti as Chevrolet’s contender in the 2009 series. Powered by a 2.0-litre petrol engine, the WTCC Cruze has a hard act to follow, as the Lacetti won its final two outings for Chevrolet in Macau. But Chevrolet’s drivers... 

2010 Mcchip-Dkr Porsche Panamera

November 16, 2009 Filed Under: Porsche, Tuning
2010 Mcchip-Dkr Porsche Panamera

Mcchip-dkr has unveiled a new power upgrade for the Porsche Panamera. The Mcchip-dkr Porsche Panamera provides a performance of 550 hp and vigorous 775 Nm to the new series from Zuffenhausen (series performance 500 hp and 700 Nm). Concerning the Sportchrono-Version with 770Nm the torque is even raised up to 845Nm. The performance is available over the complete rmp-range. The final velocity also increases about 8 km/h. Thus the Panamera achieves 311... 

2011 Tata Magic Iris

January 7, 2010 Filed Under: Miscellaneous
2011 Tata Magic Iris

The Tata Magic Iris is a four-wheel small passenger carrier in the public transportation space. In keeping with the company’s objective to offer safe and comfortable mobility, the Tata Magic Iris aims at upgrading the quality of travel for those who depend on three-wheelers. Its spacious car-like cabin can comfortably seat four passengers – three at the back and one in the front beside the driver. The four wheels – either in options of 12-inch... 

2009 Audi TT RS Coupe

March 5, 2009 Filed Under: Audi
2009 Audi TT RS Coupe

Arriving at dealerships this summer, the TT RS has a turbocharged 2.5-liter engine with direct gasoline injection; it produces 250 kW (340 bhp) and 450 Nm (331.90 lb.-ft.) of torque. The blazing five-cylinder engine enables the TT RS to perform extraordinary feats. In conjunction with quattro permanent all-wheel drive and a high-performance chassis, the engine makes the compact Audi TT RS a top-notch sports car – available as a coupé or roadster. Sporty... 

2010 BMW X1

July 7, 2009 Filed Under: BMW
2010 BMW X1

The BMW X1 will be available with a choice between six engines variants, five diesel and one petrol. Depending on the model variant, the driver benefits from powerful, economical and low-emission gasoline and diesel engines, BMW’s intelligent xDrive all-wheel-drive technology, as well as a wide range of BMW EfficientDynamics features including Brake Energy Regeneration, Auto Start Stop, and a gearshift point indicator. BMW X1 xDrive28i : Straight-six... 

2009 Ferrari P540 Superfast Aperta

December 14, 2009 Filed Under: Ferrari
2009 Ferrari P540 Superfast Aperta

The Ferrari P540 Superfast Aperta is the second car in a new Special Projects programme created by Ferrari to meet requests from the most discerning clients and collectors to create truly unique models. The Ferrari P540 Superfast Aperta is based on the Ferrari 599 GTB Fiorano and was inspired by a Carrozzeria Fantuzzi-designed Ferrari built specifically for the 1968 Fellini film, Toby Dammit, itself inspired by one of the tales of Edgar Allan Poe. The... 

2009 BMW Alpina B5 S

July 13, 2009 Filed Under: BMW
2009 BMW Alpina B5 S

The BMW Alpina B5 S powertrain is based on a 4.4 l V8. A quick glance at the power / torque curve suggest what one can expect from the complex technology that fills the BMW ALPINA B5 S’ engine bay. At a humble 2500rpm the engine already delivers 200hp. At 5500rpm a peak of 530hp (390kW) is available. This provides a very broad power band across which the B5 S offers superior performance, its 725Nm of torque providing turbine like acceleration! ALPINA...