2009 Novitec TuLesto

May 4, 2009 Filed Under: Tuning
2009 Novitec TuLesto

Novitec TuLesto, the mid-engine racer is 204 centimeters wide and weighs in at just 1,260 kilograms. It is built by German automobile manufacturer NOVITEC in Stetten in Bavaria. At the heart of the two-seater is a V8 engine with dual superchargers and a rated power output of 777 hp / 571.8 kW. Thanks to its carbon fiber and aluminum construction the coupe has an excellent power-to-weight ratio of just 1.62 kg/hp. The result is driving performance... 

2010 Subaru Impreza STI R205

January 8, 2010 Filed Under: Subaru
2010 Subaru Impreza STI R205

Based on the Subaru Impreza WRX STI, the R205 enhanced the sheer driving performance it shares with former special performance models, such as the “S203″ and the “S204″, developed by STI. The R205 is the top performance model of the WRX STI. The Subaru Impreza STI R205 features new and exclusive equipment and makes full use of specially designed features and performance parts of the “WRX STI spec C” model, the sporty... 

2010 BMW ActiveHybrid 7

August 13, 2009 Filed Under: BMW
2010 BMW ActiveHybrid 7

BMW announced the production version of the all-new BMW ActiveHybrid 7. Based on the newest BMW 7 Series, BMW ActiveHybrid 7 comes with an upgraded twin-turbo, High Precision Direct Injection, V8 engine with a 3-phase synchronous elec¬tric motor gives the BMW ActiveHybrid 7 a combined output of 455 hp and maximum torque of 516 lb-ft (preliminary figures). Power is transmitted via an 8-speed automatic transmission with the electric motor positioned... 

2010 Dacia Duster

December 8, 2009 Filed Under: Dacia
2010 Dacia Duster

The 2010 Dacia Duster will be manufactured in 4×2 and 4×4 versions for the European, Turkish and Maghreb markets at the Pitesti plant in Romania. Both the 4×2 and 4×4 versions of Dacia Duster will be available with either a 1.6 16V 110hp petrol engine, or 85hp or 105hp dCi diesel power with the dCi diesel versions emitting less than 140g of CO2/km in 4×2 form and less than 150g of CO2/km in the case of the 4×4 versions.... 

2010 Porsche 911 GT3 R

November 19, 2009 Filed Under: Porsche
2010 Porsche 911 GT3 R

Porsche has unveiled the new Porsche 911 GT3 R. The 911 GT3 R will be raced in series based on the international FIA GT3 regulations, thus succeeding the 911 GT3 Cup S. The 911 GT3 R is powered by a four-litre six-cylinder boxer engine delivering maximum output of 480 bhp (353 kW) transmitted to the rear axle by a sequential six-speed dog gearbox. The GT3 R offers 30 bhp more than the Porsche 911 GT3 Cup model. Both cars are based on the extra-wide... 

2009 Mugen Honda Civic Type R FN2

October 1, 2009 Filed Under: Honda, Tuning
2009 Mugen Honda Civic Type R FN2

Principal Mugen stockist and leading Japanese tuning house Torque Developments International Plc announce that the full range of Honda Civic Type R FN2 upgrades are now available for the performance aftermarket. Covering engine, chassis, braking and visual enhancements, the Mugen Civic Type R FN2 product range has been subject OEM style levels of arduous design, testing and quality control tests, ensuring that the Mugen FN2 product portfolio offers... 

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 Seat Altea XL

March 28, 2009 Filed Under: Seat
2009 Seat Altea XL

The new SEAT Altea 2009 range is available with a broad equipment list as standard. The entry-level version features the 85 hp 1.4 and 90 hp 1.9 TDI engines on the SEAT Altea and only the 90 hp 1.9 TDI on the SEAT Altea XL, with elements such as ABS and TCS, ESP with EBA, driver and passenger airbag, side airbags, head airbag, rear Isofix anchoring points, front power one-touch anti-trap windows, remote controlled central locking, tinted glass, 15... 

2010 Ferrari 458 Italia

July 29, 2009 Filed Under: Ferrari
2010 Ferrari 458 Italia

Ferrari has officially unveiled the new 458 Italia. The Ferrari 458 Italia will have its premiere at the next Frankfurt Auto Show in September. The Ferrari 458 Italia is powered by a new 5.0 liter V8 engine developing 570 hp at 9000 rpm and 540 Nm of torque at 6000 rpm. The engine of the Ferrari 458 Italia is coupled with a seven-speed dual-clutch transmission. The Ferrari 458 Italia emits 320 g/km of CO2 and has a fuel economy of 13.7 l/100 km in... 

2010 Jeep Wrangler EV

January 13, 2009 Filed Under: Jeep
2010 Jeep Wrangler EV

Jeep EV Range-extended Electric Vehicle uses an electric motor, an advanced lithium-ion battery system, and a small gasoline engine with an integrated electric generator to produce additional energy to power the electric-drive system when needed. The 200 kW (268 horsepower) electric motor generates 400 N*m (295 lb.-ft.) of torque. The instant high torque of the electric-drive motor and the ability to precisely control each wheel independently results...