
SEAT will unveiling its new León CUPRA R at the 2009 Frankfurt Motor Show. The SEAT Leon Cupra R is powered by the 2.0 TSI turbocharged petrol engine which has been tuned to output 265 PS. The new Leon CUPRA R powerhouse delivers performance levels worthy of a WTCC car – a top speed of 250 km/h and 0 to 100 km/h acceleration in barely 6.2 seconds. It also covers a standing kilometre in only 25.7 seconds. These competition-class figures are...

Since its launch in 2009 the enduring appeal of the 2010 MINI Convertible has been proven by strong demand. So far it has only been possible to buy a Cooper, Cooper S or John Cooper Works Convertible, so the introduction of a One Convertible provides a much lower entry point for keen fresh air fans. The 2010 MINI One Convertible shares the new 1.6 litre VALVETRONIC engine of its Hatch and Clubman cousins, and produces the same 98hp and 153 Nm of torque...

SpeedART has released a new aerodinamic kit for the Porsche 997 Turbo called BTR 630 (Bi-Turbo Racer with 630 hp). The speedART aerodynamic-kit BTR 630 comes with a front chin spoiler and adjustable rear wing. Power-Kit 630 hp with modified VTG-turbo chargers, headers, sport exhaust with sound switch, sport catalysts, sport air filter and ECU-update. Sport suspension with PASM and stabilizer kit. Interior with F1-sport steering wheel and speedART...

Lincoln MKX has defined the brand’s presence in the fast-growing premium crossover segment with elegant exterior design, an award-winning interior, and third party recognition for safety, quality, and technology. Lincoln MKX has consistently sold at a pace faster than its key competitors and brought new customers in the Lincoln dealer showroom at an impressive rate. The brand’s first crossover is one part of a product strategy to round out the...

Lamborghini Gallardo LP560-4 Super Trofeo will be the star of the all-new race series launched in 2009 by Automobili Lamborghini – the world’s fastest one-make series. In May 2009, the Lamborghini Blancpain Super Trofeo takes to the track with its first race. By the end of October, it will have completed 18 races on famous European circuits, supporting popular series like the Deutsche Tourenwagen-Meisterschaft (DTM), the FIA GT Series...

Citroen, Europe’s No.1 MPV manufacturer, has announced details of an exciting new addition to its award-winning Picasso family – the innovative, stylish and ingenious Citroen C3 Picasso. With an intrepid personality, spacious interior, intuitive layout, and nimble road manners, the Company’s newest MPV will make its debut in October at the Paris Motor Show before its UK launch in mid 2009. The creative Citroen C3 Picasso brings together...

The TT RS Coupé rockets from 0 to 100 km/h (0 to 62.14 mph) in 4.6 seconds; the Roadster needs just a tenth of a second longer. The limited top speed of 250 km/h (155.34 mph) is merely the official figure for both versions; as an option, Audi can increase it to 280 km/h (173.98 mph). The ultra-powerful five-cylinder engine is extremely fuel-efficient, requiring an average of just 9.2 liters/100 km [25.57 mpg] as regards the Coupé (Roadster: 9.5...

German tuner VATH have released their latest program upgrade for the Mercedes-Benz C 63 AMG Estate, the VÄTH V63RS Power-C-Class CLUBSPORT wagon. The VÄTH V63RS Power-C-Class CLUBSPORT wagon outputs 585 hp and 690 Nm of torque thanks to an optimized exhaust system and a re-programmed ECU. The top speed of the VÄTH V63RS Power-C-Class CLUBSPORT wagon is limited to 325 km/h. The VÄTH V63RS Power-C-Class CLUBSPORT wagon comes with a new differential,...

Designed and engineered in Europe and built at Toyota’s Burnaston factory in the UK , the all-new third generation Toyota Avensis has its world premiere at the Paris motor show. Building on the success of its predecessors, Toyota’s new European flagship delivers a new level of superior quality, dynamic handling and refined ride comfort. New Toyota Avensis will also contribute to a reduction in Toyota’s fleet average CO2 emissions...

SUBARU TECNICA INTERNATIONAL inc. (STI) offers its latest proposal for a new seven-seater sports concept based on the multi-passenger Subaru EXIGA 2.0GT turbo model. The Subaru EXIGA 2.0GT STI finely-tuned body and chassis elements ensure responsive and sporty handling for all drivers. In addition, the basic black sporty interior has a luxurious texture. This Subaru EXIGA 2.0GT model integrates distinctive driving performance proposed by STI with...