2010 Suzuki Swift Plug-in Hybrid

October 1, 2009 Filed Under: Suzuki
2010 Suzuki Swift Plug-in Hybrid

The Swift Plug-in Hybrid is a series hybrid incorporating a propulsion motor, a battery, and an engine-powered generator. The Swift Plug-in Hybrid is powered by a battery that’s charged from a household mains socket. When the battery runs low, an engine of a kind usually used in minivehicles powers a generator that charges the battery. This means the Swift Plug-in Hybrid not only meets the needs of the many people who drive no more than 20km... 

2011 Alfa Romeo Giulietta

December 7, 2009 Filed Under: Alfa Romeo
2011 Alfa Romeo Giulietta

The Alfa Romeo Giulietta available with four Turbo engines at launch, all Euro 5 compliant and fitted with a standard “Start&Stop” system for reducing consumption and emissions: two petrol engines (1.4TB – 120 HP and 1.4TB MultiAir – 170 HP) and two diesel engines (1.6 JTDM – 105 HP and 2.0 JTDM – 170 HP, both belonging to the second generation of JTDM engines). The Alfa Romeo Giulietta range is completed with... 

2009 Dacia Sandero Stepway

May 7, 2009 Filed Under: Dacia
2009 Dacia Sandero Stepway

Dacia Sandero Stepway is further enhanced by the performance of the 1.6 MPI 90hp petrol and dCi 70hp diesel engines, two powerplants which have already shown their worth under the bonnet of other Dacia models. Thrifty combined cycle fuel consumption of 7.6 and 5.3 litres/100km respectively only adds to the appeal of the 1.6 MPI and dCi 70 versions of Dacia Sandero Stepway. Last but not least, Dacia Sandero Stepway dCi 70 emits just 140g of CO2/km,... 

2009 Mansory Porsche Cayenne 955

March 11, 2009 Filed Under: Porsche, Tuning
2009 Mansory Porsche Cayenne 955

Perfect surface quality and custom-fit manufacture are the hallmarks of the liftreducing Mansory auto body design for the current Cayenne SUV models. With the striking design, the SUV turns into the center of attention on the streets and off-road. A far more dynamic front apron with larger air inlets is the outstanding element at the front. An ultra-light bonnet additionally strengthened with carbon supplies the front engine with extra fresh air via... 

2008 Kia eco ceed Concept

December 25, 2008 Filed Under: Kia
2008 Kia eco ceed Concept

Kia is also exhibiting two new ´green-performance´ concept cars at Geneva. Called ´eco_cee´d´ the concept cars are a development of the highly-acclaimed Kia pro_cee´d (first shown at the Frankfurt Show last year) and the hugely popular cee´d five-door hatchback. With the eco_cee´d models, Kia aims to achieve even better fuel consumption, with fewer emissions – while still delivering a lively, spirited and entertaining drive. Kia Motors... 

2009 JE Design Seat Leon FR

November 7, 2009 Filed Under: Seat, Tuning
2009 JE Design Seat Leon FR

JE DESIGN has released their latest performance and styling upgrades program for the Seat Leon FR. The Seat Leon FR two-litre petrol engine produces 211 hp (155 kW) in the serial model. Due to an optimisation of the control unit, JE DESIGN increases the performance of the TFSI-engine by a good quarter to 270 hp (199 kW). The maximum torque leaps from 280 to 355 Newton metres. Instead of 7.1 seconds, the JE DESIGN-Leon reaches the 100 kph barrier in... 

2009 Volvo S80L

March 14, 2009 Filed Under: Volvo
2009 Volvo S80L

Volvo S80L 3.0 T6 AWD is equipped with the classic 3.0-liter six-cylinder in-line turbocharged engine, with a maximum power rating of 210 kilowatts (285 hp) and a maximum output of 400 Nm torque at 1,500rpm. It needs only 7.2 seconds to accelerate from 0 to 100 km/h, so it doesn’t seem to be overstated if “extremely fast” is used to describe the speed. The T6 engine uses Twin Scroll technology, inhaling exhaust in two stages and... 

2010 GeigerCars Chevrolet Camaro SS Kompressor

August 20, 2009 Filed Under: Chevrolet, Tuning
2010 GeigerCars Chevrolet Camaro SS Kompressor

The Camaro LS and LT models are already fitted with a superior 308 horsepower 3.6 litre V6 engine. The modern light metal engine generates 5200 revolutions per minute, an impressive 370 newton metres. The design of the SS (SuperSport) model engaged V8 with a superior 6.2 cylinder capacity is even more notably defined. This is available in two variations which perform up to 432 HP and send a maximum torque of 569 newton metres towards the powertrain. The... 

2009 Dacia Logan MCV

March 11, 2009 Filed Under: Dacia
2009 Dacia Logan MCV

New version of the Dacia Logan MCV, the best-selling station wagon in France, was launched following the Dacia Sandero and new Dacia Logan. With fresh body styling adopting the new visual identity of the brand, an upgraded Lauréate model and the arrival of a Prestige version, new Dacia Logan MCV is an integral part of the renewal of Dacia, a generous and clever brand. New Dacia Logan MCV obviously retains its successful formula of unbeatable cabin... 

2009 Sector111 Lotus Exige

March 12, 2009 Filed Under: Lotus
2009 Sector111 Lotus Exige

Sector111 has turned its 2006 Lotus Exige into a hardcore, track-ready supercar capable of world-class performance. Every part on the Sector111 Exige is focused and purpose built to the highest standards. The Sector111 Exige started life with a normally aspirated 1.8 liter Toyota 2ZZ inline-4 engine producing 189 hp. The addition of Sector111’s Katana roots hybrid type supercharger increased the high-revving engine’s power to 240+ hp. The Sector111...