2009 Renault Kangoo be bop Z.E.

May 7, 2009 Filed Under: Renault
2009 Renault Kangoo be bop Z.E.

Renault Kangoo be bop Z.E. is derived from the production version of Renault Kangoo be bop and Z.E. Concept car which was unveiled at the 2008 Paris Motor Show, Renault Kangoo be bop ZE is equipped with low-energy LED front and rear lighting to optimize energy use. Meanwhile, the car’s aerodynamics have been significantly reworked to reduce energy consumption. Renault Kangoo be bop Z.E. sits on 18-inch full disc wheels, and its ground clearance... 

2009 Geiger Corvette Z06 biTurbo

July 20, 2009 Filed Under: Chevrolet, Tuning
2009 Geiger Corvette Z06 biTurbo

The Geiger Chevrolet Corvette Z06 biTurbo power package covers a flaring of the cubic capacity up to impressive 7.6 litre. Modifications are made to the engine block, to the cylinder heads and the crank motions. Geiger employed amplified insert springs, spring cups made of titanium, sport camshafts as well as a 100 mm air mass flow meter. The dampers and the induction tract have been dealt with. The cores of the engine tuning are the two high performance... 

2010 Smart fortwo Electric Drive

June 22, 2009 Filed Under: Smart
2010 Smart fortwo Electric Drive

Daimler AG, confirm that the smart electric drive will go into small series production, with cars coming to the UK in early 2010. The second generation smart electric drive will also be taking part in projects in Rome, Milan and Paris. Several cities in the US are also due to start trials of the fully electric car and the invaluable feedback will be incorporated into the development of future production models. Featuring a lithium-ion battery the... 

2009 Vauxhall Police Insignia

May 14, 2009 Filed Under: Vauxhall
2009 Vauxhall Police Insignia

GM UK Special Vehicles has pulled the wraps off the all-new Police specification version of the Vauxhall Insignia. Three versions are available. A high-speed pursuit car featuring either 2.0-litre 220PS turbo or a 2.8-litre 260PS petrol engine and all-wheel-drive, or a 160PS 2.0CDTi patrol car. The Police Insignia is available to order direct from GM UK Special Vehicles and comes equipped from the production line with all of the necessary patrol car... 

2010 AC Schnitzer ACS3 3.5d Coupe

December 13, 2009 Filed Under: BMW, Tuning
2010 AC Schnitzer ACS3 3.5d Coupe

AC Schnitzer have announced that their BMW 335d Coupe has broken the world diesel speed record. The new world record of the AC Schnitzer ACS3 3.5d Coupe was set on the Nardo race track in Italy at 288.7 km/h. This is 8.7 km/h faster that the previous one set in 2006. Naturally the power upgrade which took the latest world record holder to success is part of the extensive AC Schnitzer special accessory range and available for all vehicles based on... 

2009 Fiat Abarth 500 R3T

September 28, 2009 Filed Under: Fiat
2009 Fiat Abarth 500 R3T

The Fiat Abarth 500 R3T is powered by 1368 cm3 engine equipped with a Garret GT 1446 fixed geometry turbocharger. The two combine for a maximum output of 180 hp (132 kw) at 5500 rpm. The Fiat Abarth 500 R3T comes with a six-speed sequential gearbox with a twin plate clutch and self-locking differential. The new suspension may be adjusted to fit “each driver’s individual driving style.”. The Abarth Fiat 500 R3T also features a 17-inch... 

2009 Mercedes-Benz S320 CDI BlueEfficiency

January 29, 2009 Filed Under: Mercedes-Benz
2009 Mercedes-Benz S320 CDI BlueEfficiency

From the end of 2008, Mercedes-Benz will be adding to its range one of the most fuel-efficient and therefore economical luxury saloons around in the form of the new Mercedes-Benz S320 CDI BlueEfficiency. Effective detailed modifications and advanced technology have lowered the fuel consumption and CO2 emissions of the new model variant by some ten per cent compared to its predecessor, which was itself very economical. Features of the first BlueEfficiency... 

2009 Mansory Porsche 997

March 12, 2009 Filed Under: Porsche, Tuning
2009 Mansory Porsche 997

The Mansory engineers attached great importance to an individual design, but also aerodynamic efficiency to the Porsche 997. In order to save weight and guarantee highest quality standards, the body components are made of PU-RIM. Also, parts of the serial auto body are made of this resilient and inherently stable material. The core part of the body kit is a lift-reducing front mount in a sportive-dynamic look. In connection with the hood, the front... 

2009 Mazda RX8 SP

March 7, 2009 Filed Under: Mazda
2009 Mazda RX8 SP

A production Mazda RX-8 GT – the only rotary-powered performance car in Australia – has been turbocharged, given a roll cage and readied for the toughest test in Australian endurance racing. The Mazda RX-8 SP will enter the hotly-contested Modern Competition, piloted by a man used to racing at the highest level: 2008 Targa champion Steve Glenney. South Australian horse trainer Glenney and his co-driver Bernie Webb are accustomed to setting... 

2009 Mercedes-Benz CL 500 “100 years of the trademark”

April 24, 2009 Filed Under: Mercedes-Benz
2009 Mercedes-Benz CL 500 "100 years of the trademark"

Mercedes-Benz CL 500 “100 years of the trademark” anniversary model shines with an extensive package of appointments and exquisite details. These include an elegant paint finish from the designo collection, a new AMG Sports package, top-class leather, black piano lacquer trim and beautifully executed emblems of the original trademarks inset into the centre console. With this special edition, Mercedes-Benz is adding even more individuality...