
Fiat Abarth Punto Evo is the result of a partnership between Fiat Powertrain Technology and Abarth race-derived know-how. Since the Fiat Powertrain engine was first presented at last year’s Geneva motor show, Abarth has been developing its power with its new 165 HP Multiair 1.4 turbo petrol engine (already conforms to Euro 5 standards) and improving its sporting performance in typical Abarth style. Compared to a conventional petrol engine of equivalent...

The new BMW X5, set for launch in spring 2010, comes with more powerful new engines and an extended selection of driver assistance systems. The new BMW X5 dynamic capability can be characterized particularly by the addition of the new M Sports package. Designed specifically for the Sports Activity Vehicle, the M Sports package for the new BMW X5 features a high-speed setting, sporty chassis set-up, and 19-inch M light-alloy wheels in V-spoke design....

Audi has unveiled a new coupé version of their RS models prepared to debut at the upcoming Geneva Auto Show. Audi RS 5, the latest torchbearer in a tradition dating back over 15 years to the RS 2 Avant, introduces new quattro technology, more efficient engine, and more dynamic exterior and interior. Like all RS models, Audi RS 5 also applies its power to the road with quattro permanent all-wheel drive. As for the center differential, which regulates...

The BMW M3, which has previously introduced with a modified rear lights, now comes in a newer appearance with the Competition Package. This Competition Package is available for the Coupé and the Sedan and the retrofit options from the range of Original BMW Accessories. The new range of items provided by the Competition Package for the BMW M3 is intended to further reduce the lift force, and it is realized with more aerodynamically optimized components....

Designed by Volkswagen Individual, the 2011 Volkswagen Golf R is equipped with standard Bi-Xenon headlights, LED daytime running lights and LED rear lights. Shifted manually or by optional DSG. At 199 kW / 270 PS it is the most powerful version of the model series ever built. The Golf R sprints from 0 to 100 km/h in just 5.7 seconds. The Golf R performs even better when shifted with the optional direct shift gearbox (DSG): It leaves the 100-km/h...

The Passat CC is making an elegant appearance on our roads with its coupé lines and sporty note. Effective now, the Passat CC – previously designed to carry four persons – is available with an optional new rear bench that turns it into a five-seater. The Volkswagen Passat CC new rear bench fulfils all necessary safety aspects with its third head restraint and three-point seat belt at the centre position. In addition, the folding backrest...

A.R.T. has created another unique vehicle based on the Mercedes-Benz G55K of AMG, the A.R.T. G streetline. The A.R.T. G Streetline Mercedes-Benz G55K AMG comes with enhanced performance, an innovative lighting system, modification into a wide-body design, a superior wheel/chassis combination, and quality interior furnishings. The AS55K performance boost kit for the basic Mercedes-Benz G55K AMG vehicle features includes a flow-efficient manifold exhaust,...

General Motors unveiled the new 2010 Saab 9-5. The 2010 Saab 9-5 features includes an aircraft-inspired head-up information display (HUD); adaptive headlights (Bi-Xenon Smart Beam); adaptive cruise control; Saab DriveSense adaptive chassis with real-time damping control; keyless entry and starting; dual-zone climate control; dynamic parking assistance, and Saab XWD with eLSD: the industry-leading all-wheel-drive system. The 2010 Saab 9-5 all-turbo...

Available only in Hatch form, the MINI First features the 1.4-litre petrol engine currently found in the MINI One that develops 75 hp and 120 Nm of torque. The frugal engine is mated to a six-speed manual gearbox as standard and great go-kart handling is ensured by the trademark sophisticated chassis of all MINIs. A multi-link rear axle and independent front and rear suspension systems combine with Dynamic Stability Control and has a claimed 0-62mph...

Volkswagen Commercial Vehicles is presenting the Volkswagen Pickup for the first time in Australia at the 2009 Melbourne International Motor Show. The innovative Volkswagen Pickup made its global debut at the 2008 International Automobile Exhibition in Hanover, Germany. Volkswagen Commercial Vehicles will be the first volume manufacturer in Europe to enter the 1-tonne Pickup segment, with its high growth global potential. According to Schaller, the...