tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-38721199232616446042024-03-13T05:43:29.359-07:00Auto Newsade lemothttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11429940688733461580noreply@blogger.comBlogger27125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3872119923261644604.post-26258213566820271112011-09-20T23:39:00.000-07:002011-09-20T23:40:08.701-07:00Chevrolet Volt Production Show Car WallpapersChevrolet Volt Leads General Motors Into Its Second Century<br /><br />DETROIT - General Motors launched its next 100 years today by unveiling the much-anticipated production version of the Chevrolet Volt - a vehicle that delivers up to 40 miles of gasoline- and emissions-free electric driving, with the extended-range capability of hundreds of additional miles.<br /><br />"Revealing the production version of the Chevy Volt is a great way to open our second century," said Rick Wagoner, GM Chairman and CEO. "The Volt is symbolic of GM's strong commitment to the future ... just the kind of technology innovation that our industry needs to respond to today's and tomorrow's energy and environmental challenges."<br /><br />Form follows function<br /><br />The design of the Chevrolet Volt production car has evolved from the original concept that was unveiled at the 2007 North American International Auto Show in Detroit.<br /><br />Because aerodynamics plays a key role in maximizing driving range, GM designers created an aerodynamically efficient design for the production vehicle. Many of the design cues from the concept vehicle endure in the production Volt, including the closed front grille, athletic stance, rear design graphics, outside rearview mirrors and more. The Volt's rounded and flush front fascia, tapered corners and grille are functional, enabling air to move easily around the car. In the rear, sharp edges and a carefully designed spoiler allow the air to flow off and away quickly. An aggressive rake on the windshield and back glass help reduce turbulence and drag.<br /><br />Working closely with GM aerodynamicists to shape the Volt, design and engineering teams developed one of the most aerodynamic vehicles in GM's history. They spent hundreds of hours with the Volt in GM's wind tunnel, testing and re-testing parts such as the front and rear quarter panels, rear spoiler, rockers and side mirrors. Aerodynamic improvements enabled GM to reach the Volt's target of driving up to 40 miles (based on EPA city cycle) without using gasoline or producing emissions.<br /><div style="text-align: center;"><b>Chevrolet Volt Production Show Car Wallpapers</b></div><table class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;" align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0"><tbody><tr><td style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-ZpNxysCMvZc/TilTRyOUe5I/AAAAAAAAIXE/dQ7Bdi0e-Q8/s640/Chevrolet+Volt+Production+Show+Car+Wallpapers+1.jpg" border="0" height="480" width="640" /></span></td></tr><tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Chevrolet Volt Production Show Car </td></tr></tbody></table><br /><table class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;" align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0"><tbody><tr><td style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-kUv773W7h3s/TilTUS5MaNI/AAAAAAAAIXI/600rcz5oB3I/s640/Chevrolet+Volt+Production+Show+Car+Wallpapers+2.jpg" border="0" height="480" width="640" /></span></td></tr><tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Chevrolet Volt Production Show Car </td></tr></tbody></table><br /><table class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;" align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0"><tbody><tr><td style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-DCW7DH1v8dg/TilTXm4GO_I/AAAAAAAAIXM/kjUjIJeqAKk/s640/Chevrolet+Volt+Production+Show+Car+Wallpapers+3.jpg" border="0" height="480" width="640" /></span></td></tr><tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Chevrolet Volt Production Show Car </td></tr></tbody></table><br /><table class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;" align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0"><tbody><tr><td style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-O4bKz10FB-o/TilTafVbP8I/AAAAAAAAIXQ/g1fJ_-ifK8Q/s640/Chevrolet+Volt+Production+Show+Car+Wallpapers+4.jpg" border="0" height="480" width="640" /></span></td></tr><tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Chevrolet Volt Production Show Car </td></tr></tbody></table><br /><table class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;" align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0"><tbody><tr><td style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-Mmn9UJYvSXs/TilTctYQsQI/AAAAAAAAIXU/dwuuuDIhgdI/s640/Chevrolet+Volt+Production+Show+Car+Wallpapers+5.jpg" border="0" height="480" width="640" /></span></td></tr><tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Chevrolet Volt Production Show Car </td></tr></tbody></table><br /><table class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;" align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0"><tbody><tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/--J0TApEkG1I/TilTe_9LZ7I/AAAAAAAAIXY/JonTCY853_M/s1600/Chevrolet+Volt+Production+Show+Car+Wallpapers+6.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/--J0TApEkG1I/TilTe_9LZ7I/AAAAAAAAIXY/JonTCY853_M/s640/Chevrolet+Volt+Production+Show+Car+Wallpapers+6.jpg" border="0" height="480" width="640" /></a></td></tr><tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Chevrolet Volt Production Show Car</td></tr></tbody></table>Unknownnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3872119923261644604.post-78136736197746120142011-09-20T23:38:00.000-07:002011-09-20T23:39:23.056-07:00Koenigsegg CCX CarsThe Koenigsegg CCX is a mid-engined roadster from Swedish car manufacturer Koenigsegg. The CCX has been engineered to comply with the U.S. regulation and market demands and is a newer design that replaced the Koenigsegg CCR.<br />CCX is an abbreviation for Competition Coup� X; the X commemorating the 10th anniversary (being the Roman numeral for ten) of the completion and test drive of the first CC vehicle in 1996.<br />The CCX was first unveiled on February 28, 2006 at the 2006 Geneva Motor Show although its existence was announced earlier. A derivative known as the CCXR is available, the main difference being that CCXR's engine is tuned to run on biofuel. The different fuel and tune allows the CCXR to produce 25% more power than the CCX.<br /><br /><div style="text-align: center;"><img style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 400px; height: 300px;" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-_yoN9iRjWkA/Tj-TohsU1KI/AAAAAAAACf4/QfvnnOKGsss/s400/koenigsegg-ccx-side-view.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5638387582939485346" border="0" />Koenigsegg CCX<br /></div><div style="text-align: center;"><img style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 400px; height: 300px;" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-SRZ0Iggz6ew/Tj-ToaFq2cI/AAAAAAAACfw/_OjRkCzcnSM/s400/koenigsegg-ccx1.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5638387580898302402" border="0" />Koenigsegg CCX<br /></div><div style="text-align: center;"><img style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 400px; height: 300px;" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-5dU2CZtLqps/Tj-TodyAh9I/AAAAAAAACfo/59H6oAm8Lgs/s400/koenigsegg-ccx.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5638387581889578962" border="0" />Koenigsegg CCX<br /></div><div style="text-align: center;"><img style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 400px; height: 266px;" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-2edCSl33pxQ/Tj-ToEOnYpI/AAAAAAAACfg/5AdScsAort4/s400/Koenigsegg_CCX_parked.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5638387575030243986" border="0" />Koenigsegg CCX<br /></div><div style="text-align: center;"><img style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 400px; height: 267px;" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-z0q7LBqJdxk/Tj-Tn1PYU9I/AAAAAAAACfY/qzelpNJa1x8/s400/koenigsegg_ccx_o.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5638387571006919634" border="0" />Koenigsegg CCX</div>Unknownnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3872119923261644604.post-12689033999300135222011-09-20T23:37:00.000-07:002011-09-20T23:38:24.177-07:002012 Peugeot 508 RXH<strong>2012 Peugeot 508 RXH</strong>. Diesel-<span class="IL_AD" id="IL_AD7">electric</span> hybrid and distinctive high end appeal combine to offer an original <span class="IL_AD" id="IL_AD9">view of the world</span> of all-road <span class="IL_AD" id="IL_AD4">vehicles</span> and enhanced driving pleasure: the new Peugeot 508 RXH. This demonstrates <span class="IL_AD" id="IL_AD6">the modern</span> and enhanced top-of-the-range vision for Peugeot and will be unveiled today in preview. The style of the Peugeot 508 RXH and its innovative HYbrid4 drive unit provide <span class="IL_AD" id="IL_AD8">features</span> allowing it to combine freedom and driving pleasure in a form never seen before in the segment: 200 bhp, Four-wheel drive, ZEV 100% electric mode, Emissions of 109 g/km of CO2.<br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-zr0183E37x0/TkEtC7ohtMI/AAAAAAAAA1w/-bgWshZ7jcw/s320/2012-Peugeot-508-RXH-%25E2%2580%2593-Front-Angle-585x438.jpg" border="0" height="239" width="320" /></span></div><br /><span class="IL_AD" id="IL_AD10">After the</span> launch of the 508 Saloon and SW in spring 2011, acclaimed for its styling elegance, its presence and its high-level build-quality and attention to detail, the Peugeot 508 RXH again raises the profile of the entire Peugeot brand reinforcing its technological and environmental lead.<br />Its posture and its specific design immediately place it in the world of top-of-the-range <span class="IL_AD" id="IL_AD1">all road</span> vehicles. Unique, refined, raised, widened, it is also distinguished by a singular visual signature, with its distinctive <span class="IL_AD" id="IL_AD2">LED lights</span> visible both at day and night, giving an impression of three vertical �lions� claws on each side of its �floating� grille, the style of which is even more striking.<br />To reinforce its exclusive character, the interior of the Peugeot 508 RXH benefits from special features with distinctive colours and luxurious materials, like its <span class="IL_AD" id="IL_AD5">premium</span> quality interior and upholstery.<br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-kr6MCr670e4/TkEtBjTnhaI/AAAAAAAAA1s/zdRZZYyH3bU/s320/2012-Peugeot-508-RXH-Front.jpg" border="0" height="240" width="320" /></span></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-nFZnV58PoMI/TkEtAWR0SJI/AAAAAAAAA1o/b2kjpkzXF6s/s320/2012-Peugeot-508-RXH-1-620x465.jpg" border="0" height="240" width="320" /></span></div><br />Its unique level of finish and equipment is coherent with the top-of-the-range and technological positioning of the vehicle. Richly equipped as standard (Open & Go system, electric front seats, <span class="IL_AD" id="IL_AD11">head up display</span>, 18? wheels, panoramic glass roof, dark-tinted acoustic laminated side windows, latest generation audio and satellite <span class="IL_AD" id="IL_AD3">navigation</span> unit, it welcomes its occupants with care, refinement and a high level of comfort.<br />Equipped with the 2.0 l HDi FAP HYbrid4 drive train, a world first when featured in the 3008 Hybrid4, the diesel-electric hybrid drive unit in the Peugeot 508 RXH extends driving pleasure and freedom to �Unknownnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3872119923261644604.post-50257415354716882852011-09-20T23:36:00.000-07:002011-09-20T23:37:23.596-07:00RMR Red Bull Hyundai Genesis Coupe Best Ever Car Wallpapers<div class="post-body entry-content" id="post-body-3127458584097806437"><br /><table class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;" align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0"><tbody><tr><td style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="margin-left: auto; 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margin-right: auto; text-align: center;" align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0"><tbody><tr><td style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-6FKarkGDlFo/TjuRCn1iaVI/AAAAAAAAJMU/OG6vU1Shol4/s640/RMR+Red+Bull+Hyundai+Genesis+Coupe+Bes+Ever+Car+Wallpapers+7.jpg" border="0" height="480" width="640" /></span></td></tr><tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">RMR Red Bull Hyundai Genesis Coupe</td></tr></tbody></table><br /><table class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;" align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0"><tbody><tr><td style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-9vcEH5UpgiM/TjuRGkXgJ1I/AAAAAAAAJMc/bVfm2eTzAKY/s640/RMR+Red+Bull+Hyundai+Genesis+Coupe+Bes+Ever+Car+Wallpapers+8.jpg" border="0" height="480" width="640" /></span></td></tr><tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">RMR Red Bull Hyundai Genesis Coupe</td></tr></tbody></table><div style="text-align: left;"><b>HYUNDAI LAUNCHES RHYS MILLEN RACING RED BULL DRIFT TEAM SPONSORSHIP AT CHICAGO AUTO SHOW<br /><br />With enthusiasts eagerly awaiting the upcoming launch of the 2010 Genesis Coupe, Hyundai is adding to the excitement by teaming with Rhys Millen Racing and Red Bull Energy Drink to campaign the car in the high-energy sport of drift racing this year. At the Chicago Auto Show, Hyundai unveiled its motorsports program in the U.S. with the help of drift champion Rhys Millen, who will fabricate and race a 550-horsepower Genesis Coupe in the Pikes Peak International Hill Climb, the Formula Drift Professional Drifting Championship and at select Redline Time Attack series events in 2009.<br /><br />�Today�s announcement puts the Genesis Coupe into three great motorsports series,� said John Krafcik, acting president and CEO, Hyundai Motor America. �We like to refer to the Genesis Coupe as the sinister sibling to the North American Car of the Year, the Genesis sedan and we look forward to Rhys harnessing every ounce of energy in the Coupe as he campaigns it.�<br /><br />Millen and his team are an ideal match to launch Hyundai�s racing efforts. Millen�s driving credentials include movie stunts, multiple drifting championships, a Pikes Peak world record and his recent New Year's Eve Las Vegas truck flip. But behind Millen�s success in the driver�s seat is a full team of engineers and fabricators that know how to maximize the potential of a race car.<br /><br />Millen had his first opportunity to test drive the Genesis Coupe�s performance credentials when he performed precision driving for the car�s debut advertising campaign. Millen flogged a Genesis Coupe for three days during the filming process at Road Atlanta racetrack, and the car never missed a beat.<br /><br />�The Genesis Coupe Concept inspired me to seek out a relationship with Hyundai and it has developed into multiple projects,� said Millen, professional race driver and founder of RMR. �The immediate focus is developing the RMR Red Bull Hyundai Genesis Coupe into a drift car with a 550-horsepower engine and a lightweight, rigid chassis. We are applying everything we know about fabricating into building this car.</b></div></div>Unknownnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3872119923261644604.post-54844805688823759102011-09-20T23:35:00.000-07:002011-09-20T23:36:25.592-07:002012 Volvo Xc90<h3 class="post-title entry-title"><br /></h3> <div class="post-header"> <div class="post-header-line-1"></div> </div> <div class="post-body entry-content" id="post-body-5687088690037635778"> <div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-BsCq_0lhtak/TkGGtJfIDnI/AAAAAAAACd0/O_MRhQjXYwY/s400/volvo+xc90+e.JPG" border="0" height="257" width="400" /></span></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-VZs9WggdD44/TkGGuQpDfWI/AAAAAAAACd4/9EBZOE6fIVE/s400/volvo+xc90+a.jpg" border="0" height="210" width="400" /></span></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-dpaMpYM9XTc/TkGGv0YZJ9I/AAAAAAAACd8/_QPeTpFC0Nk/s400/volvo+xc90+b.jpg" border="0" height="271" width="400" /></span></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-Rj-MQwEASQU/TkGGxH8FgQI/AAAAAAAACeA/lFSXTaZDUMA/s400/volvo+xc90+c.jpg" border="0" height="251" width="400" /></span></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-doCcFqkE6bk/TkGGyQt4P4I/AAAAAAAACeE/NB_V2oa-9v8/s400/volvo+xc90+d.jpg" border="0" height="300" width="400" /></span></div><br /></div> <div style="clear: both;"></div> </div> <div class="post-footer"> <div class="post-footer-line post-footer-line-1"><br /></div></div>Unknownnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3872119923261644604.post-81131347553003347212011-09-20T23:34:00.000-07:002011-09-20T23:35:23.638-07:002012 Ferrari 599 HY-KERS SuperCar TechnologieFerrari have made Green the new Red for the 2011 Geneva Motor Show and performance green was the name of the game at the show. With Porsche and Lotus also showing off hy-performance hybrids the dread that surrounded the greening of the SuperCar sector with the introduction electrics to the power mix can be safely put to bed. These are exciting cars.<br /><br /><br /><br />Whereas many people were in fear that hybrid technologies would see performance compromise in the name of �efficiency� the truth of where the exotic car builders are going is far more exciting. Traditionally we have seen Nitrous, Turbos and Superchargers as the extra power injectors, now have to start thinking of capacitors, batteries and motors. Nitrous is dead for the new age Hot Rodders, Lx is here to stay and itself will be combined with induction and exhaust chargers for internal combustion power in an explosion of technology that will make the shrinking of mobile telephone batteries look like it took forever.<br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><table class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;" align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0"><tbody><tr><td style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-jNWNDhbNxTc/TkJcQ2d_hpI/AAAAAAAAB4M/44iURsJK7Zc/s400/2012-Ferrari-599-HY-KERS-2.jpg" border="0" height="250" width="400" /></span></td></tr><tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><b style="color: red;">2012 Ferrari 599 HY-KERS</b></td></tr></tbody></table><br /><br /><br /><br /><table class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;" align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0"><tbody><tr><td style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-HBc5WRBlMJM/TkJdOzVGA0I/AAAAAAAAB4Q/Z_ULPp665Ww/s400/2012-Ferrari-599-HY-KERS-5.jpg" border="0" height="280" width="400" /></span></td></tr><tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><b style="color: red;">2012 Ferrari 599 HY-KERS</b></td></tr></tbody></table><br />Ferrari�s first toe-in the water of the Hybrid pool comes in the form of the 599 HY-KERS, a road going version of their Kinetic Energy Recovery System - or regenerative braking system used in the past seasons F1 car. The <b>Ferrari HY-KERS</b> system sees a 40kg electric motor and generator fitted in line with the seven-speed dual-clutch transmission and mounted below the car�s center of gravity. This motor cuts in during acceleration and provides over 100 additional hp plus instant torque from standstill and during overtaking. Under braking the electric drive unit acts as a generator, using the kinetic energy generated to recharge the batteries. The torque delivery is controlled automatically via the onboard computer using grip, gear selection and accelerator pedal angle to dictate requirements. 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The castings for the motor are made in the Ferrari foundry and are complete with Prancing Horse logo. The system weighs just 40 kg, which is partially offset by the fact that the starter motor and conventional battery become redundant.<br /><br /><br /><br />A paramount objective for Ferrari was to maintain the balance, handling and performance characteristics of the impressive 599GTB. This was achieved by positioning all the components of the HY-KERS system below the centre of gravity, the flat lithium-ion batteries are positioned below the floorpan of the car inside the aerodynamic underbody. In fact the CoG has actually been lowered from the standard car. Also interior and luggage space has been unaffected.<br /><br /><br /><br /><b style="color: rgb(56, 118, 29);">Ferrari 599 HY-KERS Specifications</b><br /><br />Year 2010<br /><br />Production 1 - rolling test bed<br /><br /><br /><br /><b style="color: rgb(56, 118, 29);">ENGINE</b><br /><br />Configuration 60� V12<br /><br />Layout Front-mid Longitudinal - plus in-line Lx Motor<br /><br />Induction Natural<br /><br />Valvetrain DOHC, 4 Valves<br /><br />Fuel feed Direct Fuel Injection<br /><br />Displacement 5999 cc<br /><br />Power 620 hp @ 7600 rpm<br /><br />plus 100 hp Lx Motor<br /><br />Torque 448 lb-ft @ 5800rpm<br /><br /><br /><br /><b style="color: rgb(56, 118, 29);">BODY</b><br /><br />Aluminum body over Aluminum chassis<br /><br />Weight 3722 lb dry<br /><br />Length 183.7 in<br /><br />Width 77.2 in<br /><br />Height 52.6 in<br /><br />Wheelbase 108.3 in<br /><br />Front track 66.5 in<br /><br />Rear track 63.7 in<br /><br /><br /><br /><b style="color: rgb(56, 118, 29);">DRIVE</b><br /><br />Rear Wheel Drive<br /><br />Transmission 7-speed transaxle with inline motor, paddle shift - F1-Trac stability and traction control<br /><br /><br /><br /><b style="color: rgb(56, 118, 29);">SUSPENSION</b><br /><br />Front Double Wishbones -magnetorheological dampers.<br /><br />Rear Double Wishbones magnetorheological dampers.<br /><br /><br /><br /><b style="color: rgb(56, 118, 29);">WHEELS / TYRES / BRAKES</b><br /><br />3 piece 20� modular forged spoke wheels<br /><br />Front tyres 245/40 ZR 20<br /><br />Rear tyres 305/35 ZR 20<br /><br />Front brakes 15.7 inch carbon ceramic with 6 pistons calipers<br /><br />Rear brakes 14.2 inch carbon ceramic with 6 pistons calipers<br /><br />Steering Rack & Pinion w/Power Assist<br /><br /><br /><br /><b style="color: rgb(56, 118, 29);">PERFORMANCE</b><br /><br />Top speed 205 mphUnknownnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3872119923261644604.post-82294203961373631302011-09-20T23:33:00.000-07:002011-09-20T23:34:30.293-07:00Mitsubishi lancer<h3 class="post-title entry-title"><br /></h3> <div class="post-header"> <div class="post-header-line-1"></div> </div> <div class="post-body entry-content" id="post-body-7900128602792954791"> <h3 class="post-title entry-title"> <img style="margin: 0px auto 10px; 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font-size: 12px; color: rgb(0, 0, 0);"><p></p><div class="keywords_top"><p class="footer_text"> Posted on 08.10.2011 13:00 by Kirby<br />Filed under: Chevrolet Hennessey | coupe | video | sports cars | Chevrolet Corvette | car tuning | Cars | Car Reviews | Chevrolet</p></div><p><img src="http://pictures.topspeed.com/IMG/crop/201108/2011-chevrolet-corvette-z_460x0w.jpg" alt="" border="0" vspace="1" width="460" /><br /></p> <p></p><p class="spip">Hennessey has done it again, so much so that they’ve become the Fed Ex of the auto tuning world: when you want it, they’ll bring it.</p><p class="spip">With a market that has slowly began craving for high-performance sports cars, the American tuning company continues to churn out remarkable performance upgrades and their latest offering for the Chevrolet Corvette Z06 is no exception to that. Should we be surprised by this? For all their products and upgrades, the only thing we’re surprised at is that they haven’t done more than they have. That’s how awesome these guys from Hennessey are.</p><p class="spip">This upgrade for the Corvette Z06 perfectly illustrates that point. They’re not so much about the flair of aesthetics, although they’ve been known on occasion to offer some fancy dress-ups. For the most part, these guys are all about performance and when you factor in this newest project, you’ll begin to understand why Hennessey is widely respected in the tuning world.</p><p class="spip"><br /></p><p class="spip"></p><div style="margin: 0pt; font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif; line-height: 140%; font-size: 12px; color: rgb(0, 0, 0);"><br /><p><img src="https://feedads.g.doubleclick.net/~a/TteuVkXLJD01V5fdcbmjf33yH3c/F3cTgs3gbrQvqwnDwWAPlL0w0_w/0/pi" ismap="true" border="0" /><br /><img src="https://feedads.g.doubleclick.net/~a/TteuVkXLJD01V5fdcbmjf33yH3c/F3cTgs3gbrQvqwnDwWAPlL0w0_w/1/pi" ismap="true" border="0" /></p></div> <p style="margin: 1em 0pt 3px;"> <span class="Apple-style-span" >Audi Urban E-Tron Concept</span> </p> <p style="margin: 9px 0pt 3px; color: rgb(85, 85, 85); font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif; line-height: 140%; font-size: 12px;"> <span>Posted:</span> 10 Aug 2011 05:00 AM PDT</p> <div style="margin: 0pt; font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif; line-height: 140%; font-size: 12px; color: rgb(0, 0, 0);"><p></p><div class="keywords_top"><p class="footer_text"> Posted on 08.10.2011 12:00 by Kirby<br />Filed under: Audi | concept cars | Frankfurt Auto Show | electric cars | Audi E-tron | Cars | Car Reviews | Audi</p></div><p><img src="http://pictures.topspeed.com/IMG/crop/201108/audi-urban-e-tron-co_460x0w.jpg" alt="" border="0" vspace="1" width="460" /><br /></p> <p></p><p class="spip">A few days ago, a mysterious Audi prototype was spotted in Berlin decked in camouflage, leading to the proverbial question as to what kind of car it was. Fortunately, the mystery didn’t last long.</p><p class="spip">The German automaker has released the first sketches of its new Urban E-Tron Concept that will be gracing us with its presence at the coming Frankfurt Motor Show. It’s a little hard to piece together what the disguised version looked like a few days ago, but thanks to these sketches, we now we have a pretty good idea on what to expect.</p><p class="spip">The whole concept is designed to look the part of a sleek and futuristic city car that’s built on a 1+1 set-up. According to Audi, the car is built using a central carbon fiber monococque with a canopy that slides horizontally, allowing both the driver and the passenger to enter the car. As for the cockpit and its aforementioned 1+1 set-up, Audi constructed the former using carbon fiber-reinforced polymer, a material that was designed to integrate the undercarriage of both seats. Speaking of the seats and the odd configuration, the driver will be seated on the front left side with the passenger seated in the back on the opposite side. Another striking feature of the Urban E-Tron Concept, which pretty much highlights its eccentric physical make-up, is a set of huge 21" wheels.</p><p class="spip">Audi has yet to release more details about the car, including performance figures, but it did say that the car will be powered by two E-Tron electric motors that take their energy from a lithium-ion battery.</p><p class="spip">Lack of details notwithstanding, we’ll find out all we need to know about the car when the Frankfurt Motor Show opens its doors in less than a month’s time.</p> <p style="border: 1px solid rgb(204, 204, 204); padding: 5px; background: rgb(221, 221, 221) none repeat scroll 0%; -moz-background-clip: -moz-initial; -moz-background-origin: -moz-initial; -moz-background-inline-policy: -moz-initial; clear: both;">Audi Urban E-Tron Concept originally appeared on topspeed.com on Wednesday, 10 August 2011 12:00 EST.</p> <p>read more</p> <hr /><br /><p><img src="https://feedads.g.doubleclick.net/~a/TteuVkXLJD01V5fdcbmjf33yH3c/v5m8NRk1t8oHwLioevi93K0Ewrk/0/pi" ismap="true" border="0" /><br /><img src="https://feedads.g.doubleclick.net/~a/TteuVkXLJD01V5fdcbmjf33yH3c/v5m8NRk1t8oHwLioevi93K0Ewrk/1/pi" ismap="true" border="0" /></p></div> <p style="margin: 1em 0pt 3px;"> <span class="Apple-style-span" >Infiniti FX</span> </p> <p style="margin: 9px 0pt 3px; color: rgb(85, 85, 85); font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif; line-height: 140%; font-size: 12px;"> <span>Posted:</span> 10 Aug 2011 04:00 AM PDT</p> <div style="margin: 0pt; font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif; line-height: 140%; font-size: 12px; color: rgb(0, 0, 0);"><p></p><div class="keywords_top"><p class="footer_text"> Posted on 08.10.2011 11:00 by Simona<br />Filed under: Infiniti | suv | Infiniti FX | $40K-$50K | Cars | Car Reviews | Infiniti</p></div><p><img src="http://pictures.topspeed.com/IMG/crop/201108/2012-infiniti-fx35_460x0w.jpg" alt="" border="0" vspace="1" width="460" /><br /></p> <p></p><p class="spip">The Infiniti FX is the Nissan-owned company’s mid-size luxury crossover SUV. It was released back in 2003, along with its main competitors, the Porsche Cayenne and Volvo XC90. Its first generation lasted six years on the market before it was revamped and given another chance at increasing sales for the Japanese automaker.</p><p class="spip">The second generation <b>Infiniti FX</b> was launched on the market in 2009, and despite the fact that it has had a less than stellar performance, its sales are still stable and have lead <b>Infiniti</b> in their expansion to new markets all over the world. For the 2012 model year, the FX has been revised with subtle styling changes inspired by the <b>Essence Concept</b> and has received an extra version in the "Limited Edition" for the FX35 AWD.</p><p class="spip"><i><b>Hit the jump to read more about the 2009-2012 Infiniti FX</b></i>.</p> <p style="border: 1px solid rgb(204, 204, 204); padding: 5px; background: rgb(221, 221, 221) none repeat scroll 0%; -moz-background-clip: -moz-initial; -moz-background-origin: -moz-initial; -moz-background-inline-policy: -moz-initial; clear: both;">Infiniti FX originally appeared on topspeed.com on Wednesday, 10 August 2011 11:00 EST.</p> <hr /><br /><p><img src="https://feedads.g.doubleclick.net/~a/TteuVkXLJD01V5fdcbmjf33yH3c/IoPyTcEZtpIJenBluVoRFUHCv8Q/0/pi" ismap="true" border="0" /><br /><img src="https://feedads.g.doubleclick.net/~a/TteuVkXLJD01V5fdcbmjf33yH3c/IoPyTcEZtpIJenBluVoRFUHCv8Q/1/pi" ismap="true" border="0" /></p></div> <p style="margin: 1em 0pt 3px;"> <span class="Apple-style-span" >BMW 3-Series Touring</span> </p> <p style="margin: 9px 0pt 3px; color: rgb(85, 85, 85); font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif; line-height: 140%; font-size: 12px;"> <span>Posted:</span> 10 Aug 2011 03:00 AM PDT</p> <div style="margin: 0pt; font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif; line-height: 140%; font-size: 12px; color: rgb(0, 0, 0);"><p></p><div class="keywords_top"><p class="footer_text"> Posted on 08.10.2011 10:00 by Simona<br />Filed under: BMW | Station-Wagon / Estate | Spy Shots and Rendering | BMW 3-Series | luxury cars | future cars | Cars | Car Reviews | BMW</p></div><p>The sixth generation BMW 3-Series (F30) is getting closer to its official debut and, as a result, the prototypes we’ve caught testing have started to lose some of their camouflage. The new 3-Series Touring is expected to make its world debut at the 2012 Geneva Motor Show with sales on the US market following shortly thereafter.</p><p class="spip">The full line of 3-Series Touring models will include sedan, station wagon, coupe, convertible,and M3 versions. The new generation won’t just be bringing a new design language, but it will also host a new family of aluminum four-cylinder gasoline engines ranging from 135 to 245 HP.</p><p class="spip">The exterior design of the new 3-Series Touring will bring a fresher appearance with a front end inspired by the latest 5- and 7-Series models, plus the company’s latest kidney grille. The interior will offer more luxury and will lose the center hump that houses the current model’s optional navigation system.</p><p class="spip">As for the engine line-up, depending on the market, expect to see a full line of both diesel and petrol engines, with the addition of a new generation of modular, four-cylinder engines. These new engines will be able to deliver between 140 HP to 230 HP, with a 2.0 engine going up to 300 HP. Whether or not BMW has opted to drop the six-cylinder engines in favor of the new four cylinders is a question still left unanswered. Fuel economy is still the name of the game for most automakers, so this is a good possibility. In fact, the next 3-Series will also be coming in a hybrid version that will add two electric motors for a 20% improvement in fuel consumption.</p><div id="content"> <div class="postgallery"> <h3 class="clearfix"><span>gallery:</span> 2009 BMW 3-Series </h3> <br /> <ul id="thumbs"> <li><img src="http://pictures01.topspeed.com/IMG/crop/200807/2009-bmw-3-series-15_180x130w.jpg" alt="bmw 3-series-256056" height="116" width="180" /></li> <li><img src="http://pictures02.topspeed.com/IMG/crop/200807/2009-bmw-3-series-19_180x130w.jpg" alt="bmw 3-series-256060" height="119" width="180" /></li> <li><img src="http://pictures00.topspeed.com/IMG/crop/200807/2009-bmw-3-series-16_180x130w.jpg" alt="bmw 3-series-256057" height="120" width="180" /></li> <li><img src="http://pictures01.topspeed.com/IMG/crop/200807/2009-bmw-3-series-17_180x130w.jpg" alt="bmw 3-series-256058" height="118" width="180" /></li> </ul> </div> </div> <p style="border: 1px solid rgb(204, 204, 204); padding: 5px; background: rgb(221, 221, 221) none repeat scroll 0%; -moz-background-clip: -moz-initial; -moz-background-origin: -moz-initial; -moz-background-inline-policy: -moz-initial; clear: both;">BMW 3-Series Touring originally appeared on topspeed.com on Wednesday, 10 August 2011 10:00 EST.</p> <hr /><br /><p><img src="https://feedads.g.doubleclick.net/~a/TteuVkXLJD01V5fdcbmjf33yH3c/ZeeRB53hXSMZmTjUPTJAPmfE7DQ/0/pi" ismap="true" border="0" /><br /><img src="https://feedads.g.doubleclick.net/~a/TteuVkXLJD01V5fdcbmjf33yH3c/ZeeRB53hXSMZmTjUPTJAPmfE7DQ/1/pi" ismap="true" border="0" /></p></div> <p style="margin: 1em 0pt 3px;"> <span class="Apple-style-span" >Anne Hathaway aka Catwoman will be riding the Bat-Pod</span> </p> <p style="margin: 9px 0pt 3px; color: rgb(85, 85, 85); font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif; line-height: 140%; font-size: 12px;"> <span>Posted:</span> 10 Aug 2011 02:00 AM PDT</p> <div style="margin: 0pt; font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif; line-height: 140%; font-size: 12px; color: rgb(0, 0, 0);"><p></p><div class="keywords_top"><p class="footer_text"> Posted on 08.10.2011 09:00 by Simona<br />Filed under: Lamborghini | Celebrity Cars | Lamborghini Aventador | car movies | Motorcycles | Motorcycle News</p></div><p><img src="http://pictures.topspeed.com/IMG/crop/201108/anne-hathaway-aka-ca_460x0w.jpg" alt="" border="0" vspace="1" width="460" /><br /></p> <p></p><p class="spip">The next Dark Knight film, "The Dark Knight Rises," will star Anne Hathaway as the Catwoman. Okay, maybe she is not the best actress to play a badass woman-turned-feline, but she still looks pretty hot and this is illustrated in the new Warner Bros image released featuring Catwoman riding a fascinating looking Bat-Pod motorcycle.</p><p class="spip">The <b>Bat-pod</b> debuted for the first time back in the 2008 movie, The Dark Knight. Since then, the motorcycle has been updated to have a meaner look and better technology. The bike will be followed by an all-new "green" Batmobile constructed from carbon fiber and designed by Gordon Murray.</p><p class="spip">Along with the new Batmobile and Batpod, the <b>Lamborghini Aventador</b> will also make an appearance in the movie, driven by Christian Bale (Bruce Wayne).</p><p class="spip">The movie has an estimated budget of $250 million and is currently filming in Bucharest, Romania. The official debut will be made in July 2012.</p> <p style="border: 1px solid rgb(204, 204, 204); padding: 5px; background: rgb(221, 221, 221) none repeat scroll 0%; -moz-background-clip: -moz-initial; -moz-background-origin: -moz-initial; -moz-background-inline-policy: -moz-initial; clear: both;">Anne Hathaway aka Catwoman will be riding the Bat-Pod originally appeared on topspeed.com on Wednesday, 10 August 2011 09:00 EST.</p> <hr /><br /><p><img src="https://feedads.g.doubleclick.net/~a/TteuVkXLJD01V5fdcbmjf33yH3c/1s6cMvR5YpgCoYKwZEltJmqJ3uw/0/pi" ismap="true" border="0" /><br /><img src="https://feedads.g.doubleclick.net/~a/TteuVkXLJD01V5fdcbmjf33yH3c/1s6cMvR5YpgCoYKwZEltJmqJ3uw/1/pi" ismap="true" border="0" /></p></div> <p style="margin: 1em 0pt 3px;"> <span class="Apple-style-span" >Spy Shots: Ferrari 599 GTB Fiorano Successor gets its Insides Checked</span> </p> <p style="margin: 9px 0pt 3px; color: rgb(85, 85, 85); font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif; line-height: 140%; font-size: 12px;"> <span>Posted:</span> 10 Aug 2011 01:30 AM PDT</p> <div style="margin: 0pt; font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif; line-height: 140%; font-size: 12px; color: rgb(0, 0, 0);"><p></p><div class="keywords_top"><p class="footer_text"> Posted on 08.10.2011 08:30 by Simona<br />Filed under: Ferrari | coupe | Spy Shots and Rendering | Ferrari 599 | sports cars | future cars | Cars | Car News</p></div><p></p> <p></p><div class="article_image_"> <img src="http://pictures.topspeed.com/IMG/crop/201108/2013-ferrari-599-replacem-9_460x0w.jpg" alt="1." width="100%" /> </div> <p class="spip">Ferrari’s future plans were just <b>recently revealed</b> and in the midst of the vehicles they have scheduled is the much anticipated <b>successor to the 599 GTB</b>. The car, codenamed F152, will make its world debut at the 2012 Geneva Motor Show, but our spy photographers were able to grab a few snapshots of the vehicle while it underwent some testing.</p><p class="spip">The test mule is being hidden under a <b>599 GTO</b> body, while Ferrari tests the chassis and powertrain of the 599 GTB’s successor. The F152 will be powered by a modified version of the great 6.3 liter V12 with direct injection and will probably only be combined with rear-wheel-drive. Power is expected to climb close to 700 HP, if not more, and will connect to the rear wheels via the new seven-speed dual-clutch gearbox.</p><p class="spip">When the body does get put into place, the F152 will make intense use of aluminum and carbon fiber making it a true sports car.</p><div id="content"> <div class="postgallery"> <h3 class="clearfix"><span>gallery:</span> 2013 Ferrari 599 Replacement </h3> <br /> <ul id="thumbs"> <li><img src="http://pictures01.topspeed.com/IMG/crop/201108/2013-ferrari-599-replacem-9_180x130w.jpg" alt="ferrari 599 replacement-412058" height="121" width="180" /></li> <li><img src="http://pictures02.topspeed.com/IMG/crop/201108/2013-ferrari-599-replacem-11_180x130w.jpg" alt="ferrari 599 replacement-412060" height="121" width="180" /></li> <li><img src="http://pictures00.topspeed.com/IMG/crop/201108/2013-ferrari-599-replacem-12_180x130w.jpg" alt="ferrari 599 replacement-412061" height="121" width="180" /></li> <li><img src="http://pictures01.topspeed.com/IMG/crop/201108/2013-ferrari-599-replacem-8_180x130w.jpg" alt="ferrari 599 replacement-412057" height="121" width="180" /></li> <li><img src="http://pictures02.topspeed.com/IMG/crop/201108/2013-ferrari-599-replacem-10_180x130w.jpg" alt="ferrari 599 replacement-412059" height="121" width="180" /></li> <li><img src="http://pictures00.topspeed.com/IMG/crop/201108/2013-ferrari-599-replacem-13_180x130w.jpg" alt="ferrari 599 replacement-412062" height="121" width="180" /></li> <li><img src="http://pictures01.topspeed.com/IMG/crop/201108/2013-ferrari-599-replacem-14_180x130w.jpg" alt="ferrari 599 replacement-412063" height="120" width="180" /></li> <li><img src="http://pictures02.topspeed.com/IMG/crop/201108/2013-ferrari-599-replacem-15_180x130w.jpg" alt="ferrari 599 replacement-412064" height="121" width="180" /></li> </ul> </div> </div> <p style="border: 1px solid rgb(204, 204, 204); padding: 5px; background: rgb(221, 221, 221) none repeat scroll 0%; -moz-background-clip: -moz-initial; -moz-background-origin: -moz-initial; -moz-background-inline-policy: -moz-initial; clear: both;">Spy Shots: Ferrari 599 GTB Fiorano Successor gets its Insides Checked originally appeared on topspeed.com on Wednesday, 10 August 2011 08:30 EST.</p></div><p></p></div>Unknownnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3872119923261644604.post-42272416344632811162011-09-20T23:24:00.000-07:002011-09-20T23:25:10.659-07:00Subaru XV<div style="margin: 0pt; font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif; line-height: 140%; font-size: 12px; color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">Filed under: Subaru | Frankfurt Auto Show | crossover | Subaru Impreza | 2011 | Cars | Car Reviews | Subaru</div><div style="margin: 0pt; font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif; line-height: 140%; font-size: 12px; color: rgb(0, 0, 0);"><p><img src="http://pictures.topspeed.com/IMG/crop/201108/subaru-xv_460x0w.jpg" alt="" border="0" vspace="1" width="460" /><br /></p> <p></p><p class="spip"><b>Subaru</b> is making a quick turnaround with its <b>XV Concept</b> car by offering up a production model in the same year. The concept was revealed at the 2011 Shanghai Motor Show and, on September 13, 2011 at the Frankfurt Motor Show, the production XV (known as the <b>Impreza</b> Outback on the US market) will be showing its face. According to the company, the new XV "defines a new generation of Subaru crossover vehicles."</p><p class="spip">"The concept was favorably received globally thanks to its distinctive and trendy design which blend a crossover-like commanding silhouette and an urban friendly image into one harmonious and elegant package."</p><p class="spip">The concept car was powered by a 2.0-liter four cylinder horizontally-opposed DOHC engine with an output of 150 hp at 6,000 rpm and 146 lb-ft at 4,200 rpm, so expect to see this same engine in the production version. Next to it, Subaru will also be offering the latest Symmetrical AWD (All-Wheel Drive) system.</p><p class="spip">More details will be revealed at the car’s official launch in September.</p><div id="content"> <div class="postgallery"> <h3 class="clearfix"><span>gallery:</span> 2011 Subaru XV Concept </h3> <br /> <ul id="thumbs"> <li><img src="http://pictures01.topspeed.com/IMG/crop/201104/2011-subaru-xv-concept-1_180x130w.jpg" alt="subaru xv concept-399295" height="113" width="180" /></li> <li><img src="http://pictures02.topspeed.com/IMG/crop/201104/2011-subaru-xv-concept_180x130w.jpg" alt="subaru xv concept-399294" height="120" width="180" /></li> <li><img src="http://pictures00.topspeed.com/IMG/crop/201104/2011-subaru-xv-concept-7_180x130w.jpg" alt="subaru xv concept-399301" height="118" width="180" /></li> <li><img src="http://pictures01.topspeed.com/IMG/crop/201104/2011-subaru-xv-concept-9_180x130w.jpg" alt="subaru xv concept-399303" height="118" width="180" /></li></ul></div></div></div>Unknownnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3872119923261644604.post-64796366453254031812011-09-20T23:22:00.000-07:002011-09-20T23:24:16.831-07:00<div style="margin: 0pt; font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif; line-height: 140%; font-size: 12px; color: rgb(0, 0, 0);"><p><span class="Apple-style-span" style="line-height: normal; font-size: large; ">BMW 7-Series</span></p></div> <p style="margin: 9px 0pt 3px; color: rgb(85, 85, 85); font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif; line-height: 140%; font-size: 12px;"> <span>Posted:</span> 10 Aug 2011 08:00 AM PDT</p> <div style="margin: 0pt; font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif; line-height: 140%; font-size: 12px; color: rgb(0, 0, 0);"><p></p><div class="keywords_top"><p class="footer_text"> Posted on 08.10.2011 15:00 by Simona<br />Filed under: BMW | sedan | BMW 7-Series | luxury cars | Cars | Car Reviews | BMW</p></div><p><img src="http://pictures.topspeed.com/IMG/crop/201108/2013-bmw-7-series-facelif_460x0w.jpg" alt="" border="0" vspace="1" width="460" /><br /></p> <p></p><p class="spip">The current generation <b>BMW 7-Series</b> was only launched a couple of years ago, but with Mercedes tackling their S-Class with modifications improving fuel efficiency, as well as design, BMW had limited time to freshen up the competition. The facelifted BMW 7-Series will find it way to the market in 2013, ready to meet the new S-Class straight on with most of it changes found under the hood.</p><p class="spip">The modified luxury sedan will benefit from <b>BMW</b>’s current engine lineup, meaning a 350 HP twin-turbocharged engine for the 740i and a 450 HP 4.4-liter V8 petrol engine for the 750i version. As of right now, there’s been no mention of changes for the 760i, but rumors are circulating stating that version will be dropped when the time comes.</p><p class="spip">Along with the engine modifications, the exterior and the interior will receive a series of updates, including new LED accents, restyled front and back bumpers, and a new spoiler.</p><p class="spip">The facelift BMW 7-Series will be making its world debut at the 2012 Beijing Auto Show in April, with a North American debut following at the New York Auto Show.</p><div id="content"> <div class="postgallery"> <h3 class="clearfix"><span>gallery:</span> 2009 BMW 7-Series </h3> <br /> <ul id="thumbs"> <li><img src="http://pictures01.topspeed.com/IMG/crop/200807/2009-bmw-7-series-20_180x130w.jpg" alt="bmw 7-series-254894" height="131" width="180" /></li> <li><img src="http://pictures02.topspeed.com/IMG/crop/200807/2009-bmw-7-series-23_180x130w.jpg" alt="bmw 7-series-254897" height="132" width="180" /></li> <li><img src="http://pictures00.topspeed.com/IMG/crop/200807/2009-bmw-7-series-4_180x130w.jpg" alt="bmw 7-series-254878" height="133" width="180" /></li> <li><img src="http://pictures01.topspeed.com/IMG/crop/200807/2009-bmw-7-series-2_180x130w.jpg" alt="bmw 7-series-254876" height="132" width="180" /></li></ul></div></div></div>Unknownnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3872119923261644604.post-62758493475270756152011-09-20T23:21:00.000-07:002011-09-20T23:22:50.254-07:00Lamborghini Sesto Elemento<h3 class="post-title entry-title"><br /></h3> <div class="post-header"> <div class="post-header-line-1"></div> </div> <div class="post-body entry-content" id="post-body-1561033805617443853"> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-kJt8duDH0vk/Tl9Nfs286yI/AAAAAAAAAAw/qqa-P4ABH_A/s320/lamborghini+sesto+elemento1.jpg" border="0" height="171" width="320" /></span></div><div style="text-align: justify;"> If you have a spare £1.8m in the bank and you are looking for a new supercar, you will not only be spoilt for choice but the list will be a long one. Although the battle for the top spot is currently firmly held by the Bugatti Veyron 16.4 Super Sport which is the worlds fastest and most expensive supercar on the road today.</div><div style="overflow: hidden;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-BGiG1zZaeeA/Tl9NgW8khtI/AAAAAAAAAA0/Rs8eKGiDMsM/s320/lamborghini+sesto+elemento2.jpg" border="0" height="195" width="320" /></span></div><div style="text-align: justify;"> However Lamborghini has its sights on the Bugatti to take the place of the most expensive supercar with its pricey offering the "Lamborghini Sesto Elemento" its name translated meaning the "Sixth Element". Although the Lamborghini Sesto Elemento sells new for around £1.77 million ($2.90m), where the Bugatti Veyron 16.4 Super Sport sells new for over £1.62 million ($2.5m), where as the standard Bugatti Veyron is a mere snip at £1.45m.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-7fmYGxnmtwY/Tl9NhSlllfI/AAAAAAAAAA4/FLHwxnNb3RA/s320/lamborghini+sesto+elemento3.jpg" border="0" height="194" width="320" /></span></div><div style="text-align: justify;"> The Lamborghini Sesto Elemento all sounds good on paper, but there is one small problem, it will never be road legal. This is due to the fact that design wise Lamborgini have opted for the Sesto Elemento to be primarily constructed with a carbon fibre body and chassis with many other weight saving and space age materials used in the cars' construction. This is why there is such a weight saving and this is the reason for the bulging price tag. It is reputedly aimed at the super rich as a play toy for track days at racing circuits.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-maMIqeqiLlc/Tl9NiI7eUBI/AAAAAAAAAA8/ZbcTLVcy45Y/s320/lamborghini+sesto+elemento4.jpg" border="0" height="212" width="320" /></span></div><div style="text-align: justify;"> This weight saving is desirable for optimising the power to weight ratio for the car witch translates into faster acceleration, the Sesto Elemento is designed to accelerate from 0-62mph (0-100kph) in under 2.5 seconds which is faster than most road going sports motor bikes. The Bugatti Veyron 16.4 Super Sport still holds its own within the same acceleration speed, but you have to bare in mind the Veyron is carrying over 1,800lbs more than the Lamborghini Sesto Elemento. This is a testament to the Bugatti's remarkable engineering and design, add this to the fact that Veyron will still hold the coveted "fastest road legal car in the world" and it still retains a strong position, it is really just the price that in contention here</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-iyyjcWrgBuY/Tl9NjBmqOVI/AAAAAAAAABA/2L4f2v5wLbY/s320/lamborghini+sesto+elemento5.jpg" border="0" height="201" width="320" /></span></div><div style="text-align: justify;"> I feel the Lamborghini Sesto Elemento will definitely have a core following and no doubt the exclusively and extremely limited 35 models for sale will sell out very quickly even at this price range. This is mostly about a status symbol and prowess of engineering than anything else. As the Bugatti Veyron gives overall better value (if it's possible to use that term?) because it can be used for both legal daily road driving in every country in the world and if you are rich enough you can also make it into a track car, the choice is yours (if you have the cash to splash).</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-N-R4OSJPnQM/Tl9NkC-Ea1I/AAAAAAAAABE/CHC4LTB8io0/s320/lamborghini+sesto+elemento6.jpg" border="0" height="212" width="320" /></span></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-ERS31izCMEY/Tl9NkzhIhWI/AAAAAAAAABI/AbBgpI3dqdo/s320/lamborghini+sesto+elemento7.jpg" border="0" height="212" width="320" /></span></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-0G2WVROkMOo/Tl9Nl7tpZ6I/AAAAAAAAABM/e-SFWwpjrKg/s320/lamborghini+sesto+elemento8.jpg" border="0" height="212" width="320" /></span></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-UG7jESgdjFc/Tl9NmSu70WI/AAAAAAAAABQ/lH034IMSPK8/s320/lamborghini+sesto+elemento9.jpg" border="0" height="182" width="320" /></span></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-PXfRJ_qEpIM/Tl9NnW9-P4I/AAAAAAAAABU/8zGfPf8_Pr8/s320/lamborghini+sesto+elemento10.jpg" border="0" height="212" width="320" /></span></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-i04UANwfS3o/Tl9NnzYaOxI/AAAAAAAAABY/Z2ZTUWiXG0s/s320/lamborghini+sesto+elemento11.jpg" border="0" height="194" width="320" /></span></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-39nX4Wkn8xM/Tl9NpVnSP6I/AAAAAAAAABc/E4AcKw5Fdw4/s320/lamborghini+sesto+elemento12.jpg" border="0" height="240" width="320" /></span></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-_427foi3xoc/Tl9NqKS4mvI/AAAAAAAAABg/tQxQc3aoz1o/s320/lamborghini+sesto+elemento13.jpg" border="0" height="212" width="320" /></span></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-HxukiDmQ888/Tl9NrF4BjGI/AAAAAAAAABk/UDF3xS1taBg/s320/lamborghini+sesto+elemento14.jpg" border="0" height="214" width="320" /></span></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-qQdz9r04kZk/Tl9Nr7QloTI/AAAAAAAAABo/dXw2SPsmM9M/s320/lamborghini+sesto+elemento15.jpg" border="0" height="188" width="320" /></span></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-3qFUPstlfRY/Tl9Ntmozl1I/AAAAAAAAABs/QjhZBwr_THU/s320/lamborghini+sesto+elemento16.jpg" border="0" height="240" width="320" /></span></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-sDdWpvN11sc/Tl9NuQBTJBI/AAAAAAAAABw/N7yPikjx7QU/s320/lamborghini+sesto+elemento17.jpg" border="0" height="213" width="320" /></span></div><br /><div style="clear: both;"></div> </div> <div class="post-footer"> <div class="post-footer-line post-footer-line-1"><br /></div></div>Unknownnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3872119923261644604.post-23272681234134365442011-09-20T23:19:00.000-07:002011-09-20T23:21:35.883-07:00Latest in Luxury Cars in 2012<div style="text-align: center;"><b>Latest in Luxury Cars in 2012</b></div><div style="text-align: justify;">In 2012 the world’s leading car manufacturers create the latest innovation of design and luxury cars, of course, much more perfect than in the previous year. prepare yourself with the latest styles and designs on your car in 2012. These are some examples of some luxury cars in 2012.</div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-Cj8TX5-2PV4/Tm3Vwyf6zcI/AAAAAAAAAB0/zKud3drFsG8/s400/2012+audi+r8+gt+spyder.jpg" border="0" height="266" width="400" /></span></div><span class="" id="result_box" lang="en"><b><span class="hps">2012</span> <span class="hps">Audi</span> <span class="hps">R8</span> <span class="hps">Spyder</span> <span class="hps">GT</span> <span class="hps">Review</span><span class="">, Details</span> <span class="hps">And</span> <span class="hps">Pictures</span></b></span><span class="" id="result_box" lang="en"><span class="hps">A year</span> <span class="hps">later</span><span class="">,</span> <span class="hps">a greater focus on</span> <span class="hps">control of</span> <span class="hps">Premiere</span> <span class="hps">GT</span> <span class="hps">R8</span><span class="">,</span> <span class="hps">Audi</span> <span class="hps">has introduced</span> <span class="hps">an open</span> <span class="hps">version</span> <span class="hps">of</span> <span class="hps">a</span> <span class="hps">limited</span> <span class="hps">production</span> <span class="hps">sports</span> <span class="hps">car</span><span class="">.</span> <span class="hps">Lighter</span> <span class="hps">and</span> <span class="hps">more powerful</span><span class="">,</span> <span class="hps">the eye</span> <span class="hps">was arrested</span> <span class="hps">by the</span> <span class="hps">R8</span> <span class="hps">Spyder</span> <span class="hps">GT</span> <span class="hps">Design</span> <span class="hps">2012</span><span class="">,</span> <span class="hps">a new</span> <span class="hps atn">top-</span><span class="">dog</span> <span class="hps">Audi</span><span class="">.</span></span><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-DQCFojOQc-o/Tm3V3BjmZGI/AAAAAAAAAB4/3ht8Cw3_JmE/s400/2012+bmw+m3+price.jpg" border="0" height="266" width="400" /></span></div><b><span class="" id="result_box" lang="en"><span class="hps">2012</span> <span class="hps">BMW</span> <span class="hps">M3</span> <span class="hps">Review</span> <span class="hps">and</span> <span class="hps">Prices</span><span class="hps"> </span></span></b><br /><div style="text-align: justify;"><span class="" id="result_box" lang="en"><span class="hps">2012</span> <span class="hps">BMW</span> <span class="hps">M3</span> <span class="hps">Review</span> <span class="hps">and</span> <span class="hps">Prices</span> <span class="hps">$ 57,000</span> <span class="hps">-</span> <span class="hps">$ 69,000</span> <span class="hps">|</span> <span class="hps">2012</span> <span class="hps">BMW</span> <span class="hps">M3</span> <span class="hps">Specifications</span> <span class="hps">- 2012</span> <span class="hps">BMW</span> <span class="hps">M3</span> <span class="hps">ensure the safety of</span> <span class="hps">residents</span> <span class="hps">and</span> <span class="hps">the</span> <span class="hps">impact of</span> <span class="hps">open</span> <span class="hps">houses</span><span>,</span> <span class="hps">power</span> <span class="hps">stability</span> <span class="hps">control</span><span>,</span> <span class="hps">front</span> <span class="hps">seat</span><span class="atn">-</span><span>mounted</span> <span class="hps">side</span> <span class="hps">airbags</span> <span class="hps">bag</span> <span class="hps">cushion</span><span>,</span> <span class="hps">double security</span> <span class="hps">with two</span> <span class="hps">stages</span> <span class="hps">of implementation,</span> <span class="hps">monitoring</span> <span class="hps">Programs</span> <span class="hps">tire</span> <span class="hps">pressure</span><span>,</span> <span class="hps">traction control</span> <span class="hps">and full</span><span class="atn">-</span><span>cabin</span> <span class="hps">bags</span> <span class="hps">for</span> <span class="hps">head protection</span><span>,</span> <span class="hps">safety</span> <span class="hps">curtain</span><span class="">.</span></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-QpRiw98Ft5E/Tm3V3wNxJoI/AAAAAAAAAB8/dLZMoXzUTbo/s400/2012+Dacia+SHIFT+Concept+Cars.jpg" border="0" height="253" width="400" /></span></div><span class="" id="result_box" lang="en"><b><span class="hps">SHIFT</span> <span class="hps">Concept</span> <span class="hps">Dacia</span> <span class="hps">2012 -</span> <span class="hps">Independent</span> <span class="hps">Design</span></b><span class="hps"> </span></span><br /><div style="text-align: justify;"><span class="" id="result_box" lang="en"><span class="hps">SHIFT</span> <span class="hps">Concept</span> <span class="hps">Dacia</span> <span class="hps">2012.</span> <span class="hps">Dacia</span> <span class="hps">is</span> <span class="hps">an</span> <span class="hps">innovative new</span> <span class="hps">design</span> <span class="hps">concept</span><span>, created by</span> <span class="hps">an</span> <span class="hps">independent</span> <span class="hps">designer</span><span>,</span> <span class="hps">namely</span> <span class="hps">Romania</span> <span class="hps">Liviu</span> <span class="hps">Tudoran</span><span>.</span> <span class="hps">Liviu</span> <span class="hps">Tudoran</span> <span class="hps">is</span> <span class="hps">a</span> <span class="hps">car</span> <span class="hps">designer</span> <span class="hps">like</span> <span class="hps">many</span> <span class="hps">others who are</span> <span class="hps">thinking</span> <span class="hps">about</span> <span class="hps">a greener</span> <span class="hps">future</span> <span class="hps">with</span> <span class="hps">cleaner</span> <span class="hps">transport</span><span>.</span> <span class="hps">Tudoran</span> <span class="hps">put</span> <span class="hps">pen to paper</span> <span class="hps">and sketching out</span> <span class="hps">his vision</span> <span class="hps">for the</span> <span class="hps">car</span> <span class="hps">owner</span> <span class="hps">will be proud to</span> <span class="hps">own</span> <span class="hps">and</span> <span class="hps">equallu</span> <span class="hps">proud to drive</span> <span class="hps">around Bucharest</span><span>.</span> <span class="hps">As has been said</span> <span class="hps">that the designer</span> <span class="hps">that the concept</span> <span class="hps">of the</span> <span class="hps">SHIFT</span> <span class="hps">Dacia</span> <span class="hps">is the perfect tool</span> <span class="hps">to</span> <span class="hps">walk</span> <span class="hps">through the</span> <span class="hps">crowded streets of</span> <span class="hps">2012.</span></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-g3LqFpWTQkM/Tm3V4o__SyI/AAAAAAAAACA/XFp4NDRYIk4/s400/2012+Ferrari+FF+sporty.jpg" border="0" height="286" width="400" /></span></div><span class="" id="result_box" lang="en"><b><span class="hps">2012</span> <span class="hps">Ferrari</span> <span class="hps">FF</span> <span class="hps">-</span> <span class="hps">Study</span> <span class="hps">Hard</span> <span class="hps">First</span></b></span><br /><div style="text-align: justify;"><span class="" id="result_box" lang="en"><span class="hps">As I was</span> <span class="hps">driving</span> <span class="hps">rolls</span><span>,</span> <span class="hps">Dolomites</span> <span class="hps">South</span> <span class="hps">Tyrol</span> <span class="hps">in Italy</span><span>,</span> <span class="hps">Ferrari</span> <span class="hps">FF</span> <span class="hps atn">two-</span><span class="">door</span> <span class="hps">wagon</span> <span class="hps">body style</span> <span class="hps">is the</span> <span class="hps">last thing on</span> <span class="hps">my mind</span><span>,</span> <span class="hps">that was interesting because</span> <span class="hps">c</span> <span class="hps">is probably the</span> <span class="hps">first</span> <span class="hps">thing</span> <span class="hps">anyone knows</span> <span class="hps">the account</span> <span class="hps">in</span> <span class="hps">a four</span><span class="atn">-</span><span>seater</span> <span class="hps">from</span> <span class="hps">Maranello</span><span>.</span> <span class="hps">But</span> <span class="hps">my mind</span> <span class="hps">the most</span> <span class="hps">urgent</span><span class="">,</span> <span class="hps">in addition</span> <span class="hps">to not</span> <span class="hps">fall</span> <span class="hps">into the</span> <span class="hps">$ 300 000</span> <span class="hps">GT</span> <span class="hps">car</span> <span class="hps">off a cliff</span><span>,</span> <span class="hps">FF</span> <span class="hps">traction</span><span>,</span> <span class="hps">which</span> <span class="hps">has dominated the</span> <span class="hps">651</span><span class="atn">-</span><span>horsepower</span> <span class="hps">V</span><span>-12</span> <span class="hps">engine</span> <span class="hps">is</span> <span class="hps">a picture of a</span> <span class="hps">hero of</span> <span class="hps">the tail</span> <span class="hps">drift</span> <span class="hps">FF</span> <span class="hps">requires</span> <span class="hps">a serious</span> <span class="hps">commitment</span> <span class="hps">to the</span> <span class="hps">stability</span> <span class="hps">control</span> <span class="hps">is</span> <span class="hps">right</span> <span class="hps">off</span><span>.</span> <span class="hps">When</span> <span class="hps">turned back</span><span>,</span> <span class="hps">but</span> <span class="hps">it's</span> <span class="hps">not smooth</span> <span class="hps">predictable</span><span>.</span> <span class="hps">In</span> <span class="hps">Sport mode</span><span>,</span> <span class="hps">sports</span> <span class="hps">chassis</span> <span class="hps">five parameters</span> <span class="hps">accessed through</span> <span class="hps">the</span> <span class="hps">address</span> <span class="hps">manettino</span> <span class="hps">steering</span> <span class="hps atn">wheel-</span><span>mounted</span><span>,</span> <span class="hps">the rear of</span> <span class="hps">the car</span> <span class="hps">at the corner</span> <span class="hps">dry pavement</span> <span class="hps">only.</span></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-hi9mAGVxlCY/Tm3V5f5PjqI/AAAAAAAAACE/9_UGn5bkr_U/s400/2012+ford+mustang+gt+premium.jpg" border="0" height="300" width="400" /></span></div><b>2012 Ford Mustang Sports Car </b><br /><div style="text-align: justify;">The 2012 Ford Mustang - Take a look at the Mustang sports car that rises to 31 ... EPA estimated 19 city/31 hwy/23 combined court V6 Automatic - GT manual.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-JJNoOyrlRAY/Tm3V6hai4nI/AAAAAAAAACI/fPXltnmumBA/s400/2012+Hyundai+Veloster+New+Colors.jpg" border="0" height="265" width="400" /></span></div><br /><b>HIGHLIGHTS OF 2012 Veloster</b><br />• All new design three-door coupe<br /><br />Or cut the design with the functionality of a door and a rear passenger door off the hinges<br /><br />• The all-new 1.6-liter engine mated with Hyundai Gamma GDI six-speed manual transmission, and Hyundai exclusive first dual-clutch transmission<br /><br />or up to 40 mpg highway (estimated)<br /><br />o better fuel economy on the road than the Honda CR-Z Hybrid<br /><br />• Standard multi-purpose seven-inch touch screen<br /><br />O ® Pandora Internet Radio feature<br /><br />Gracenote ® or screen technology with voice recognition<br /><br />No download Virtual CD<br /><br />OR AVI and MPEG playback via USB<br /><br />Or video game console connectivity to 115 volts of power<br /><br />or Bluetooth ® hands-free phone system with voice recognition<br /><br />• Blue Standard Link telematics platform<br /><br />Insurance Blue Link offers a free introductory period of supplementary services, basic safety, including<br /><br />• Automatic Crash Notification and Assistance<br /><br />• Emergency Assistance SOS<br /><br />• Enhanced Roadside Assistance<br /><br />• Monthly Vehicle<br /><br />Essentials Blue Link offers<br /><br />Remote Access:<br /><br />• remote door lock<br /><br />• keyless entry<br /><br />• Remote Horn & Lights<br /><br />• Review of panic<br /><br />• Remote Vehicle Start<br /><br />Comfort:<br /><br />• Alarm notification<br /><br />• Tips<br /><br />• Location sharing<br /><br />• Speech to Text Messaging<br /><br />Automatic diagnosis of vehicles:<br /><br />• Automatic diagnostic trouble codes to notify Code<br /><br />• Alert Service<br /><br />• Call Advisor<br /><br />• Vehicle Diagnostics Web<br /><br />Protection against theft:<br /><br />• Recovery of stolen vehicles<br /><br />• Stolen Vehicle Slowdown<br /><br />• vehicle immobilizer<br /><br />Backup:<br /><br />• Valet Alert<br /><br />• Geo-fence<br /><br />• Speed Alert<br /><br />• curfew Alert<br /><br />Blue Link offers a guide<br /><br />• Turn-by-Turn Navigation<br /><br />• Point-of-interest by voice recognition<br /><br />• Point of Interest Search the Web<br /><br />• Orientation schedule daily traffic conditions<br /><br />• Traffic<br /><br />• location of service stations and gas prices<br /><br />• Eco-Coach<br /><br />Ratings Restaurants •<br /><br />• Time<br /><br />Veloster is the sixth vehicle in Hyundai's initiative produced 24 / 7 version 2.0 (seven new models in 24 months), on the heels of the new Sonata Tucson, Equus, Elantra and soon to be released any new accent. The 2012 Veloster raises some intriguing questions:<br /><br />• Why can not sports coupe gets 40 miles per gallon?<br /><br />• Why can not cars have the same connectivity of portable electronic devices?<br /><br />• Why design dictates that two-door coupe?<br /><br />• Why can not provide affordable coupe special characteristics?<br /><br />• Why can not have two Hyundai Coupe - a model unit front wheel of fortune target the size of the Mini Cooper and the Scion tC sports coupe to complement the focused, rear-wheel drive Genesis?<br /><br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-0Dzauj8Djek/Tm3V7vip-CI/AAAAAAAAACM/y-V8NLAvhKk/s400/2012+Jeep+Grand+Cherokee+SRT8.jpg" border="0" height="300" width="400" /></span></div><b>2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee SRT8 </b><br />The big and bold 2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee SRT8 made its debut at the New York Auto Show 2011. It goes on sale in the fall.<br /><br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-beve-PuQSkc/Tm3V8CmtGdI/AAAAAAAAACQ/EXkTzQJaOdA/s400/2012+Lamborghini+Estoque.jpg" border="0" height="300" width="400" /></span></div><b>2012 Lamborghini Estoque Review And Pricing Specifications </b><br />Specs 2012 Lamborghini Estoque, review and price, is Lamborghini's new concept.<br /><br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-Fb1KcTUs1KY/Tm3V9gwu45I/AAAAAAAAACU/MiLSwcd-iFw/s400/2012+Mercedes-Benz+Car+Models.jpg" border="0" height="268" width="400" /></span></div><b>2012 Mercedes-Benz Sports Car Models</b><br />The model combines the luxury sport fuel economy more ... But with the CLS 63 AMG, 2012<br /><br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-MzONxjeEcC8/Tm3V-6R0MoI/AAAAAAAAACY/4TPWlZD9PyQ/s400/Hummer+2012+HX+Concept+Cars.jpg" border="0" height="300" width="400" /></span></div><b>2012 Hummer H4 Auto Review </b><br />The automotive magazine Hummer is planning something similar to the HX concept.<br /><br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-zDaJOxQaAZI/Tm3V_ZZKQOI/AAAAAAAAACc/xjt8O2gimsk/s400/New+Infiniti+G37+Coupe+Coming+in+2012.jpg" border="0" height="236" width="400" /></span></div><b>The New Infiniti G37 Coupe Car Coming In 2012 </b><br />New 2012 Infiniti G37 Coupe Find new Infiniti in the Canadian Black Book. Choose from 7 different Infiniti G37 Coupe.<br /><br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-89lJQB8IVQA/Tm3WAjp1WnI/AAAAAAAAACg/olb3pX7EZ-0/s400/volkswagen+golf+gti+review.jpg" border="0" height="266" width="400" /></span></div><b>2012 Volkswagen Golf R News </b><br /><div style="text-align: justify;">While the most powerful car ever offered to a small Volkswagen, 2012 VW Golf R has a dual purpose in invoking the former owners of the Golf R32 the previous year, and to bring new visibility to the R line of performance vehicles.<br /><br />While the R32 that was offered to three models, starting in 2004, was powered by a 3.2-liter VR-6 makes 250 hp, the new Golf R uses a pumped version of the GTI turbo 2.0-liter inline-4. Tweaks to the engine, including direct injection, increasing production from 200 to 256 hp and torque of 207 to 243 lb-ft Consequently, the Golf R is more powerful than the R32 VR-6 with a better balance between the weight of Golf R 60 percent of its weight on the front axle and 40 percent on the back and a weight of 3300 pounds<br /><br />VW says the Golf R is capable of accelerating from 0-62 mph in just 5.9 seconds. As the R32, the new model also offers the all-wheel drive and comes with a 6-speed manual only.</div>Unknownnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3872119923261644604.post-8753146835152486452011-09-19T01:06:00.000-07:002011-09-19T01:12:07.475-07:002012 Acura TL: Video and Live Photos from the Chicago Auto Show<img style="display: block; margin: 0px auto 10px; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 645px; height: 349px;" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_FoXyvaPSnVk/TVLYoWHJ7JI/AAAAAAAD9tI/Tjg0fj_SmB0/s800/2012_Acura_TL_front.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5571753876652682386" border="0" /><br /><span style="font-family:Verdana;">The facelifted Acura TL made its world premiere today at the Chicago Auto Show. The 2012 model year brings a fresh look for the front and rear ends of the mid-size sedan along with a new Sequential SportShift 6-speed automatic transmission and equipment upgrades.</span> <p><img style="float: right; margin: 0pt 0pt 10px 10px; cursor: pointer; width: 160px; height: 108px;" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_FoXyvaPSnVk/TVLYq-Za5SI/AAAAAAAD9tQ/f2i71xn-dyQ/s200/2012_Acura_TL_rear.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5571753921826448674" border="0" /><span style="font-family:Verdana;">The first thing you'll notice on the 2012 Acura TL is of course the revamped front end. While Acura did not totally eliminate the shield-grille, it did soften down the design making it look less gaudy. The updated headlamps and a revised front bumper with new fog light designs that led to a shorter front overhang round off the changes up front. </span></p><br /><br /><h3>Honda Rumors: 2012 Civic Si to get a 2.4-liter Engine</h3><br /><br /><img style="display: block; margin: 0px auto 10px; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 645px; height: 349px;" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_FoXyvaPSnVk/TUh7fsiTY4I/AAAAAAAD7XA/_utcSNzWN9M/s800/Civic_Si_Concept_lead.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5568836723704816514" border="0" /><br /><span style="font-family:Verdana;">Earlier this month, </span><span style="font-family:Verdana;">Honda</span><span style="font-family:Verdana;"> unveiled the </span><span style="font-family:Verdana;">Civic Si Concept coupe and Civic Concept sedan</span><span style="font-family:Verdana;"> at the </span><span style="font-family:Verdana;">2011 Detroit Auto Show</span><span style="font-family:Verdana;">, signaling that the ninth generation 2012 Civic will follow soon, to be precise, this spring. However, the official press bits weren’t exactly what you’d call detailed, leaving lots of aspects, including the engine lineup, to our imagination.</span><p></p> <p><span style="font-family:Verdana;">Today, the Honda-obsessed team at the Temple of VTEC forums claim to have solved part of this mystery thanks some inside sources that told them a 2.4-liter gasoline engine, very similar to the </span><span style="font-family:Verdana;">Acura TSX</span><span style="font-family:Verdana;">’s powerplant, will make its way into the new Civic Si.</span></p><br /><br /><h3>Acura to Unveil 2012 TL Sedan at Chicago Auto Show in February</h3><br /><br /><div style="text-align: center;"><img style="display: block; margin: 0px auto 10px; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 645px; height: 349px;" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_FoXyvaPSnVk/TT3axviEL3I/AAAAAAAD4bE/ten1dkGOkdE/s800/2011MY-Acura-TL-3.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5565845262607593330" border="0" /><span style="font-style: italic;font-family:Verdana;">*Current 2011MY Acura Shown in Pictures</span></div><p></p> <p><span style="font-family:Verdana;">The next Chicago Auto Show, to be held for the public from February 11 to 20, will host the debut of the updated for the updated Acura TL. Honda's luxury division simply stated that the TL will be "newly refined" for the 2012 model year, without releasing any more details. The current, fourth generation TL was released onto the market in late 2008 and is offered with a 280HP 3.5-liter V6 and front wheel drive, or with a 305HP 3.7-liter V6 and the firm's all-wheel drive system. We'll post any updates on Acura's mid-size sedan as soon as they become available.</span></p><br /><br /><h3>2011 Acura TSX Sport Wagon Pricing Announced</h3><br /><br /><img style="display: block; margin: 0px auto 10px; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 645px; height: 349px;" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_FoXyvaPSnVk/TQD49YRCe3I/AAAAAAADuSU/894047rkf9Q/s800/SW.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5548708474290076530" border="0" /><br /><span style="font-family:Verdana;">Following on from the U.S. launch of the mildly refreshed 2011 TSX Sedan, Acura has released pricing for the new Sport Wagon model that goes on sale December 21. The North American version of the European Honda Accord Tourer will be available exclusively with the TSX's 2.4-liter four-cylinder engine matched to a five-speed automatic transmission and a base price of $30,960. </span><p></p><br /><br /><h3>LA Show Preview: Acura freshens up 2011 TSX Sedan</h3><br /><br /><img style="display: block; margin: 0px auto 10px; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 645px; height: 349px;" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_FoXyvaPSnVk/TOLputDJ_TI/AAAAAAADlqQ/QRK4MaGSikI/s800/2011-Acura-TSX-01.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5540247480195218738" border="0" /><br /><span style="font-family:Verdana;">Making its world premiere at the Los Angeles Auto show tomorrow is the barely botoxed 2011 Acura TSX sedan. Our previous guesstimates about Acura bringing the TSX sedan in line with the new Sport Wagon model, which is based on the corresponding European Honda Accord model, proved to be more or less true.<br /></span><p><img style="float: right; margin: 0pt 0pt 10px 10px; cursor: pointer; width: 181px; height: 121px;" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_FoXyvaPSnVk/TOLqCk_4njI/AAAAAAADlqo/xNF6pPTgMts/s200/2011-Acura-TSX-5.JPG" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5540247821631397426" border="0" /><span style="font-family:Verdana;">On the outside, the 2011 TSX gets an extremely discreet facelift that includes, a new front fascia, revised chin spoiler, new fog light garnish assembly and an updated grill. At the back, the sedan model features revised taillights and an updated license plate garnish. The fresh alloy wheel designs and new underbody panels that improve aerodynamics sum up the exterior changes.<br /></span></p><p></p><br /><br /><h3>10 Most Stolen Cars in the USA: Honda Accord and Civic Top the 2009 List, No Love for the Koreans or Germans</h3><br /><br /><img style="display: block; margin: 0px auto 10px; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 645px; height: 349px;" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_FoXyvaPSnVk/TJqOEeNQntI/AAAAAAADU-c/WXYdSoHiLU0/s800/94Accord_EXSedan.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5519880500775263954" border="0" /><br /><span style="font-family:Verdana;">Do you own a car that's likely to be stolen? Maybe, maybe not. Here is the list that the NICB (National Insurance Crime Bureau) has compiled concerning the most stolen vehicles in America. Honda's 1994 Accord and 1995 Civic along with Toyota's 1991 Camry occupy the first three places ahead of Ford's 1997 F-150 pickup truck and Dodge's 2004 Ram pickup.<br /></span><p></p><p><span style="font-family:Verdana;">If your car is on the list (scroll down), you should make sure to keep that chunk of metal locked down. As in, put a ring on it and don't let anyone near it.</span></p><p><span style="font-family:Verdana;"><span style="font-weight: bold;"><br /></span></span></p><p><span style="font-family:Verdana;"><span style="font-weight: bold;">Most Stolen Vehicles in the US in 2009:</span><br /></span></p><p></p><br /><br /><h3>Acura Recalling More Than 167,000 TSX Sedans for Fire Hazard</h3><br /><br /><img style="display: block; margin: 0px auto 10px; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 645px;" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_FoXyvaPSnVk/S9sjedwzwJI/AAAAAAACzKk/dis88x2LonE/s800/2007-Acura-TSX-0.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5466001579036622994" border="0" /><br /><span style="font-family:Verdana;">Honda Motors' Acura division is recalling 167,255 of its 2004 - 2008 MY TSX sedans with the 2.4-liter inline-four in the U.S. because the power steering hose can potentially deteriorate prematurely and leak fluids causing a fire hazard.<br /></span><p></p><p><span style="font-family:Verdana;">"Oil leaking onto a hot exhaust pipe will generate smoke and a burning smell, and could potentially result in an under hood fire," Honda said in a notice on the U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration website.<br /></span></p><p></p>Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3872119923261644604.post-16064192560883152272011-09-19T00:59:00.000-07:002011-09-19T01:06:05.315-07:00Tony Stark Appears in New Acura Roadster Concept during NYC Shoot for The Avengers Film<span style="font-family:Verdana;">The next Hollywood superhero blockbuster to hit the silver screen is The Avengers, which is due for a 2012 release. </span> <p><img style="float: right; margin: 0pt 0pt 10px 10px; cursor: pointer; width: 137px; height: 78px;" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-d3pbEA611Eo/TmOsXZgq_9I/AAAAAAAE92g/D0eBx4MYPtQ/s200/Untitled-1.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5648547875637624786" border="0" /><span style="font-family:Verdana;">The movie brings together Marvel Studio's greatest superheroes like <i>Iron Man</i> (played by Robert Downey Jr.), <i>The Hulk</i> (Mark Ruffalo), <i>Captain America</i> (Chris Evans), <i>Thor</i> (Chris Hemsworth), <i>Natasha Romanoff</i> (Scarlett Johansson), <i>Nick Fury</i> (Samuel L. Jackson) and more. </span> </p><p><span style="font-family:Verdana;">And what does the movie have to do with an automotive site like Carscoop, we hear you ask? Well, we're getting there. You see, following recent filming in Cleveland, Ohio, the movie set moved to New York City and Central Park this week. </span> </p><br /><br /><h3>Acura Presents 2012 TSX Special Edition with Modest Sporty Touches</h3><br /><br /><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 645px; height: 349px;" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-U5dyoDpHl0A/TlvxXDKeC7I/AAAAAAAE7c4/fsqKvP8uI_M/s800/2012-Acura-TSX-Special-Edition-4.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5646371936127552434" border="0" /><br /><br /><span style="font-family:Verdana;">Acura continues the celebration of its 25th anniversary with the launch of a new version of the 2012 TSX sedan named Special Edition that is available exclusively with a 2.4-liter 4-cylinder engine.</span> <p><span style="font-family:Verdana;">The Japanese company says the new model was "designed to evoke the fun-to-drive 4-cylinder Acuras of the past" (so does that mean it's current portfolio isn't "fun-to-drive"?), which in reality translates to a subtle aero package, added standard equipment and the availability of a manual gearbox. </span> </p><br /><br /><h3>Mercedes-Benz Bodied Acura Integra Convertible</h3><br /><br /><img style="display: block; margin: 0px auto 10px; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 645px; height: 349px;" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-Qj2bdUpAPLA/TibqgwNIYmI/AAAAAAAEvv4/BwwYPYDYVBU/s800/Ac-1.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5631446232490074722" border="0" /><br /><span style="font-family:Verdana;">If you’re still with us and haven’t gone out looking for a bug swatter, there’s more of this lime-green creation to be seen in the video after the jump. </span> <p><span style="font-family:Verdana;">Judging from the cuts on the front fenders and the shape of the bonnet, we reckon it’s a mid-1990s Acura Integra Coupe. </span></p> <p><span style="font-family:Verdana;">The proud owner of the vehicle chopped off the roof to turn the Japanese coupe into a convertible model and then proceeded with the styling transformation that includes a custom body kit imitating the looks of many Mercedes-Benz roadsters and the customary trick doors. </span></p><br /><br /><h3>Honda Canada Hacked: 250,000+ Customers Affected By Security Breach</h3><br /><br /><img style="display: block; margin: 0px auto 10px; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 645px; height: 349px;" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-4OSMHe7W5LY/TeUvpnnBKRI/AAAAAAAEef8/UUZebueLrAc/s800/Honda-Accord-64.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5612944902640970002" border="0" /><br /><span style="font-family:Verdana;">Less than a month after Sony’s Playstation Network was compromised by hackers seeking personal information, a similar mishap has struck the Canadian arm of Honda / Acura. In a notice to its customers, the Japanese automaker revealed:</span> <p><span style="font-family:Verdana;">“The incident involved the unauthorized access of information as held in our records in 2009, specifically name, address, Vehicle Identification Number (VIN), and in a small number of cases, Honda Financial Services account numbers.”</span></p> <p><span style="font-family:Verdana;">It is believed that as many as 283,321 have been affected by the security breach. Honda Canada Executive VP Jerry Chenkin released a statement saying: “The information was limited and is not typically used for the purposes of identity theft or fraud. We would like to sincerely apologize to our Canadian customers for this incident. Honda and Acura are working diligently to protect our customers' personal information and improve our data security procedures on an ongoing basis.”</span></p><br /><br /><h3>Honda President Says NSX Successor Back on Track, May Use a Hybrid Drivetrain</h3><br /><br /><img style="display: block; margin: 0px auto 10px; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; border: 1px solid rgb(51, 51, 51); width: 645px; height: 349px;" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-5nLLzgpYz9s/TbWkGq8EDTI/AAAAAAAEVqE/BYj3MzlrpiE/s800/2002-Acura-NSX-8.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5599562146217463090" border="0" /><br /><span style="font-family:Verdana;">The Shanghai Auto Show brought some exciting news for Honda fans as the Japanese automaker revealed plans for the development of a new sports car that will be the spiritual successor to the iconic </span><span style="font-family:Verdana;">Honda NSX</span><span style="font-family:Verdana;"> (Acura NSX in North America).</span> <p><img style="float: right; margin: 0pt 0pt 10px 10px; cursor: pointer; border: 1px solid rgb(51, 51, 51); width: 135px; height: 92px;" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-5qcH7cM7WS8/TbWkKCPEV5I/AAAAAAAEVqM/J5dbqQQajj4/s200/2002-Acura-NSX-3.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5599562204010796946" border="0" /><span style="font-family:Verdana;">Speaking on the sidelines of the show, </span><span style="font-family:Verdana;">Honda Motor Company</span><span style="font-family:Verdana;"> president, Takanobu Ito, said the new car won't feature the V10 engine that had been planned for the next NSX, as the company scrapped this project back in 2008, during the global financial crisis. Ito told reporters that the future NSX would be exhilarating to drive but also environmentally friendly. “That's the kind of sports car we want to make. We are working very hard on it,” Ito </span><span style="font-family:Verdana;">was quoted</span><span style="font-family:Verdana;"> as saying by Autonews.</span></p><br /><br /><h3>Mazda, Honda Suspend U.S. Orders for Japan-Made Models</h3><br /><br /><img style="display: block; margin: 0px auto 10px; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 645px; height: 349px;" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-1rqUj4kwu88/TY4JyoAXZdI/AAAAAAAEMzc/RvI1xQbqne8/s800/Mazda-MX-5-14.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5588414952950425042" border="0" /><br /><span style="font-family:Verdana;">Mazda</span><span style="font-family:Verdana;"> has suspended all US orders for cars built in </span><span style="font-family:Verdana;">Japan</span><span style="font-family:Verdana;"> as the carmaker is preparing to shut down its plants once again after a short reopening period. According to the automaker’s American spokesman Jay Amestoy, the decision will affect shipments of cars that were due to arrive in the U.S. in May. The Mazda official added that it was uncertain when normal activity will resume.</span><p></p> <p><img style="float: right; margin: 0pt 0pt 10px 10px; cursor: pointer; width: 183px; height: 123px;" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-t_C4pVedSVI/TY4KGzWtOlI/AAAAAAAEMzk/OAWDisigJyk/s200/Honda-CR-Z.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5588415299594304082" border="0" /><span style="font-family:Verdana;">Mazda USA imports almost all its range from the Japan, except the U.S.-built Mazda6 and Tribute. The models produced in Japan are the Mazda2, Mazda3, Mazda5, MX-5 / Miata, RX-8, CX7 and CX9. Mazda halted production at its Hiroshima and Hofu plants from March 14 through March 21, but three days ago, it resumed temporary production using parts it had in its inventory.</span></p><br /><br /><h3>Acura Release Massive Photo Gallery and Prices on 2012 TL Sedan</h3><br /><br /><img style="display: block; margin: 0px auto 10px; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; border: 1px solid rgb(51, 51, 51); width: 645px; height: 349px;" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-9Hgq90MfJ7A/TXfYtTlTZUI/AAAAAAAEIH4/JGqamV3hFjY/s800/2012-Acura-TL-46.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5582168536011466050" border="0" /><br /><span style="font-family:Verdana;">With the 2012MY Acura TL’s market launch set for March 18, the Japanese automaker decided to drop pricing details along with a slew of new photos of its facelifted mid-size sedan. The most significant changes for the 2012 TL concern the new front and rear styling, while Acura also added a new Sequential SportShift 6-speed automatic transmission and made the cabin quieter.</span> <p><img style="float: right; margin: 0pt 0pt 10px 10px; cursor: pointer; border: 1px solid rgb(51, 51, 51); width: 135px; height: 91px;" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-BRyfuyuPDSU/TXfYwBkdeLI/AAAAAAAEIIA/_40S15tIE_s/s200/2012-Acura-TL-48.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5582168582715701426" border="0" /><span style="font-family:Verdana;">The base front-wheel drive 2012 TL, which comes with a 280HP V6 hooked up to a Sequential SportShift 6-speed automatic, starts at $35,605, while the available Technology Package that includes a navigation system and a 440-watt premium audio System, increases the price to $39,335. Opt for the Advance Package that incorporates ventilated front seats, larger wheels and a new blind spot information (BSI) system, and the price goes up to $41,535. </span></p>Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3872119923261644604.post-26653154963192251042011-09-18T23:07:00.000-07:002011-09-18T23:10:09.263-07:00Upgraded 2009 Infiniti EX35 Prices Announced, Goes on Sale this Week<img style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 504px; height: 291px;" src="http://i40.tinypic.com/4qo1p0.jpg" alt="" border="0" /><span style="font-family:Verdana;">Infiniti has revealed pricing on the 2009 EX35 SUV that will go on sale across the States on May 29. For those wondering what's new on the '09MY EX35, the answer is the enhanced standard equipment on both available trim levels and the revised option packages. Prices for the luxury SUV (excluding applicable tax, title and license fees) have been set at $33,800 for the EX35 RWD, $35,200 for the EX35 RWD Journey, $36,000 and $37,400 for EX35 AWD Journey.<br /></span><p></p> <span class="fullpost"> <p> <img style="margin: 0pt 0pt 10px 10px; float: right; cursor: pointer; width: 191px; height: 128px;" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_FoXyvaPSnVk/Sh21nMF0HnI/AAAAAAAByUk/CNoz4k4VhtI/s200/Infiniti-EX35-_1.jpg" alt="2009 Infiniti EX35 SUV - Carscoop " id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5340624417996414578" border="0" /><span style="font-family:Verdana;">For 2009, the EX35 Base model now features standard leather-appointed seating, RearView Monitor, rear HVAC vents and roof rails while the EX35 Journey model adds a standard 6-disc CD autochanger, power tilt/telescoping steering column, coat hanger on the driver's headrest and dual-zone automatic temperature control.<br /></span></p><p><span style="font-family:Verdana;">Infiniti has also updated the available packages that now include an Around View Monitor (AVM) Package, which utilizes four small front, side and rear-mounted cameras and a Technology Package, with Lane Departure Prevention system (LDP), Intelligent Cruise Control (Full-Speed Range), Distance Control Assist (DCA) and Intelligent Brake Assist (IBA) with Forward Collision Warning. Other packages include a Bose and Navigation Package and an 18-inch Wheel Package.<br /></span></p> </span><br /><br /><h3>Infiniti Releases UK Prices for EX37 Compact SUV</h3><br /><br /><img style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 504px;" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/_FoXyvaPSnVk/SjZBziLW6GI/AAAAAAAB0mo/c2jzYVhYEtw/s1600/Infiniti-EX37-0.jpg" alt="Infiniti EX37 " id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5347533961152620642" border="0" /><span style="font-family:Verdana;">Nissan's luxury division, Infiniti, has began releasing prices for its UK-bound models that are set to arrive in dealerships in September. This time, the Japanese automaker confirmed pricing and specifications on its compact SUV model, the EX that is available in two trims, the EX37 and the EX37 GT with prices set at £35,200 and £36,500 OTR respectively.<br /></span><p></p> <span class="fullpost"> <p> <img style="margin: 0pt 0pt 10px 10px; float: right; cursor: pointer; width: 182px; height: 110px;" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_FoXyvaPSnVk/SjZBYVEIZDI/AAAAAAAB0l4/Yen8cYNSwWw/s200/Infiniti-EX37-5.jpg" alt="Infiniti EX37 " id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5347533493776180274" border="0" /><span style="font-family:Verdana;">Both EX models are equipped with a standard all-wheel drive system biased towards the rear wheels and a 320HP 3.7-liter V6 engine matted to seven-speed automatic transmission with Adaptive Shift Control that launches the compact SUV from standstill to 62mph (100km/h) in 6.4 seconds.<br /></span></p><p><span style="font-family:Verdana;">Standard features for both trim levels include scratch Shield paint, electric folding rear seats, 18 inch alloy wheels, front and rear parking sensors, Cruise Control, Bluetooth, adaptive Xenon headlamps plus LED rears, electrically adjustable front seats, iPod connection and rear privacy glass.<br /></span></p><p><span style="font-family:Verdana;">The EX37GT adds full leather upholstery, 10 -way power driver's seat with memory function, electrically adjustable steering column, heated front seats and a coat hanger integrated in the driver headrest.</span></p><p><img style="margin: 0pt 10px 10px 0pt; float: left; cursor: pointer; width: 200px; height: 117px;" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_FoXyvaPSnVk/SjZBn3PcMZI/AAAAAAAB0mY/alL6ab_byYk/s200/Infiniti-EX37-3.jpg" alt="Infiniti EX37 " id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5347533760648458642" border="0" /> <img style="margin: 0pt 10px 10px 0pt; float: left; cursor: pointer; width: 200px; height: 117px;" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_FoXyvaPSnVk/SjZBnpEzA6I/AAAAAAAB0mQ/oFM19KcQAj0/s200/Infiniti-EX37-2.jpg" alt="Infiniti EX37 " id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5347533756845720482" border="0" /> <img style="margin: 0pt 10px 10px 0pt; float: left; cursor: pointer; width: 200px; height: 136px;" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_FoXyvaPSnVk/SjZBnUAk66I/AAAAAAAB0mI/w95N5WqGIIc/s200/Infiniti-EX37-4.jpg" alt="Infiniti EX37 " id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5347533751190875042" border="0" /><img style="margin: 0pt 10px 10px 0pt; float: left; cursor: pointer; width: 200px; height: 136px;" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_FoXyvaPSnVk/SjZBneXY6HI/AAAAAAAB0mA/kU6EUDnil9E/s200/Infiniti-EX37-1.jpg" alt="Infiniti EX37 " id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5347533753970911346" border="0" /></p> </span><br /><br /><h3>Infiniti Prices 2010 EX35, Receives Additional Features and Revised Option Packages</h3><br /><br /><img style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 590px;" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_FoXyvaPSnVk/Srkmbro9aDI/AAAAAAACFF0/VfTZ6cO7nYU/s800/Infiniti-EX35-10.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5384377086510983218" border="0" /><span style="font-family:Verdana;">Nissan's luxury division Infiniti has released pricing on the 2010 EX35 that is on sale now at the firm's U.S. dealerships. The MSRP (excluding tax, title and license fees) for the base EX35 RWD and AWD is $33,800 and $36,000 respectively, and for the better equipped EX35 Journey RWD and AWD, $35,200 and $37,400 correspondingly. While there are no cosmetic or mechanical upgrades with the EX35 retaining its 297HP 3.5-liter V6 engine paired to a five-speed automatic transmission and an available all-wheel drive system, Infiniti enhanced the 2010 model year's standard equipment and revised the optional packages.<br /></span><p></p> <span class="fullpost"> <p><span style="font-family:Verdana;">M</span><img style="margin: 0pt 0pt 10px 10px; float: right; cursor: pointer; width: 154px; height: 104px;" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_FoXyvaPSnVk/Srkl_GUiXdI/AAAAAAACFFs/WwGJnU2MBww/s200/Infiniti-EX35-14.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5384376595456875986" border="0" /><span style="font-family:Verdana;">ore specifically, the base EX35 is now offered with heated outside mirrors and auto on/off headlights, while the EX35 AWD also gains heated front seats. A standard Bluetooth Hands-free Phone System is added to EX35 Journey models, while all audio systems have been enhanced with a USB Connection Port for iPod and a 2GB Music Box hard drive to the Bose Premium Audio system - only on vehicles without Infiniti's nav system.<br /></span></p><p><span style="font-family:Verdana;">As for the option packages, along with the new Bose and Around View Monitor pack, which includes an Advanced Climate Control System (ACCS) with the so-called "Plasmacluster air purification", the Navigation Package has been upgraded with the addition of Bluetooth Streaming Audio, XM NavWeather™ and Zagat Restaurant Guide.</span></p><p><br /></p><p><img style="margin: 0pt 10px 10px 0pt; float: left; cursor: pointer; width: 186px; height: 124px;" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_FoXyvaPSnVk/SrklvwjDpAI/AAAAAAACFFc/fkIqVabvZYg/s200/Infiniti-EX35-12.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5384376331914159106" border="0" /><img style="margin: 0pt 10px 10px 0pt; float: left; cursor: pointer; width: 186px; height: 124px;" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_FoXyvaPSnVk/SrklwSmJJ-I/AAAAAAACFFk/yaRLCdrxZtg/s200/Infiniti-EX35-13.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5384376341053908962" border="0" /><img style="margin: 0pt 10px 10px 0pt; float: left; cursor: pointer; width: 186px; height: 124px;" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_FoXyvaPSnVk/SrklveE-NuI/AAAAAAACFFU/51pI8wG4U2I/s200/Infiniti-EX35-11.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5384376326956136162" border="0" /><br /><br /></p> </span><br /><br /><h3>Infiniti Presents Its First-Ever Diesel Models: EX30d, FX30d and M30d with 238HP 3.0 V6 Turbo Diesel</h3><br /><br /><img style="display: block; margin: 0px auto 10px; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 645px;" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_FoXyvaPSnVk/S362Hd9BGzI/AAAAAAACiPs/9Ssn4LhDlH4/s800/Infiniti-FX30d-V6-Diesel-0001.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5439985639326030642" border="0" /><br /><span style="font-family:Verdana;">When the Renault-Nissan Alliance announced its decision to establish Infiniti as a global player, it was a no brainer that in order to succeed in key markets like Europe, the luxury brand had to offer buyers the option of a diesel engine, especially on SUV/Crossover models where diesel represents the bulk of sector sales.<br /></span><p></p><p><span style="font-family:Verdana;">And true enough, Infiniti has now presented its first ever diesel engine with the arrival of a newly developed 3.0-litre V6 that will be launched this year in Europe on the EX and FX SUVs as well as the M sedan.<br /></span></p><p><img style="float: right; margin: 0pt 0pt 10px 10px; cursor: pointer; width: 131px; height: 87px;" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_FoXyvaPSnVk/S362KqbwncI/AAAAAAACiP0/B-7GZrMsCOk/s200/Infiniti-FX30d-V6-Diesel-5.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5439985694215806402" border="0" /><span style="font-family:Verdana;">Designated V9X, the new 238HP V6 diesel has been developed in Europe by Infiniti engineers working with other engineers from Renault and Nissan and it can be used to power front-wheel drive, rear-wheel drive and four-wheel drive models. It is manufactured in Cleon in France, some 100km west of Paris.<br /></span></p><p><span style="font-family:Verdana;">Renault premiered its version of the 3.0-liter V6 dCi turbo diesel in the Laguna Coupe at the 2008 Paris Motorshow, in October. On this model it produces 235HP and 450 Nm (332.9 lbs-ft) of torque.<br /></span></p><p></p> <span class="fullpost"> <p><span style="font-family:Verdana;">There are a number of key differences between the Infiniti engine and the version used in front-wheel drive applications.<br /></span></p><p><span style="font-family:Verdana;">As used in Infiniti models, the V6 diesel has a different cylinder block, a new design of crankshaft as well as new or revised intake manifold, fuel injection system, exhaust gas recirculation, turbocharger, oil sump and manifold catalyst. Furthermore, Infiniti claims that it is tuned differently for more responsive performance.<br /></span></p><p><span style="font-family:Verdana;">In the EX30d and FX30d, the 3.0-liter V6 diesel produces a maximum output of 238 horsepower and a heft 550Nm or 405 lb-ft of peak torque available from 1,750 rpm to 2,500 rpm, while as much as 500 Nm or 368.7 lb-ft is available from a mere 1,500 rpm.<br /></span></p><p><span style="font-family:Verdana;">In order to fit under the the bonnet of both the EX and FX models, Infiniti went ahead and created a new front subframe, altered the front bumper designs to enhance air flow into the engine bay and redesigned the sheet metal within the engine bay to house additional radiators needed for cooling.<br /></span></p><p><span style="font-family:Verdana;">Matted to a standard 7-speed Automatic transmission, the V6 turbo diesel propels the EX30d to 100km/h (62mph) in 7.9 seconds and the FX30d in 8.3 seconds.<br /></span></p><p><span style="font-family:Verdana;">The EX30d returns a combined fuel figure of 8.4 lt/100km (28mpg US or 33.6mpg UK) in the European cycle with 224 g/km of CO2. The equivalent figures for FX are and 9.0 lt/100km (26.1mpg US or 31.8mpg) and 240 g/km.<br /></span></p><p><span style="font-family:Verdana;">"The new diesel engine allows us access to a far greater sector of the market without compromising on our core values. More than that, it's an exceptional engine, with impressive torque from very low revs helping to deliver progressive, linear acceleration with none of the typical disadvantages of unwanted noise and vibrations," says Jim Wright, Vice President, Infiniti Europe.<br /></span></p><p><span style="font-family:Verdana;">"By creating a bespoke sporting diesel, we have been able to maintain the combination of performance and luxury expected from an Infiniti with the added bonus of lower emissions and improved fuel economy. It's a win-win position," Wright added.<br /></span></p><p><span style="font-family:Verdana;">Infiniti's European division will first launch the EX30d and FX30d onto the market with the M30d to follow later in the year. The diesel models will have their world premiere at the Geneva Salon in the beginning of March.<br /></span></p><p><span style="font-family:Verdana;">The Renault-Nissan Alliance has said in the past that it wants to offer its new V6 diesel engine on certain Nissan and Infiniti models in the States, but the company has yet to announce specific plans.<br /></span></p><p><br /></p><p><img style="float: left; margin: 0pt 10px 10px 0pt; cursor: pointer; width: 200px; height: 134px;" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/_FoXyvaPSnVk/S361hbI3lLI/AAAAAAACiO8/Hg4FREs0MYM/s200/Infiniti-FX30d-V6-Diesel-1.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5439984985735402674" border="0" /><img style="float: left; margin: 0pt 10px 10px 0pt; cursor: pointer; width: 200px; height: 134px;" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_FoXyvaPSnVk/S361jOule8I/AAAAAAACiPk/79r60tFFEuk/s200/Infiniti-FX30d-V6-Diesel-6.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5439985016763677634" border="0" /><img style="float: left; margin: 0pt 10px 10px 0pt; cursor: pointer; width: 200px; height: 134px;" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/_FoXyvaPSnVk/S361hm0GBRI/AAAAAAACiPE/zRjigtsYSTQ/s200/Infiniti-FX30d-V6-Diesel-2.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5439984988869494034" border="0" /> <img style="float: left; margin: 0pt 10px 10px 0pt; cursor: pointer; width: 200px; height: 134px;" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/_FoXyvaPSnVk/S361iZG3qiI/AAAAAAACiPU/Zum5xyn0O8Y/s200/Infiniti-FX30d-V6-Diesel-4.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5439985002370017826" border="0" /><img style="float: left; margin: 0pt 10px 10px 0pt; cursor: pointer; width: 200px; height: 134px;" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/_FoXyvaPSnVk/S361i4QxjmI/AAAAAAACiPc/7I_WGlib0GA/s200/Infiniti-FX30d-V6-Diesel-5.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5439985010733059682" border="0" /> <img style="float: left; margin: 0pt 10px 10px 0pt; cursor: pointer; width: 91px; height: 134px;" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_FoXyvaPSnVk/S361iLIL3hI/AAAAAAACiPM/7Pq4MFRGuS0/s200/Infiniti-FX30d-V6-Diesel-3.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5439984998617439762" border="0" /><br /><br /></p><br /></span>Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3872119923261644604.post-8160326477400892112011-09-18T23:06:00.001-07:002011-09-18T23:06:56.606-07:002008 Infiniti EX35: BMW X3 Contender Also Coming To Europe In 2008<img style="margin: 0pt 10px 10px 0pt; float: left; cursor: pointer; width: 233px; height: 169px;" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_FoXyvaPSnVk/RsRgV1uxYUI/AAAAAAAAQ7k/ASTS7nkkxyM/s320/Carscoop_InfEX35_10.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5099306606407016770" border="0" /><img style="margin: 0pt 10px 10px 0pt; float: left; cursor: pointer; width: 242px; height: 169px;" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_FoXyvaPSnVk/RsRgWluxYVI/AAAAAAAAQ7s/4jkS0X7LMyQ/s320/Carscoop_InfEX35_11.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5099306619291918674" border="0" /><br /><span style="">Revealed at this week’s Pebble Beach Concours d’Elegance, the EX35 is the production version of the EX concept that was introduced at the New York Show last April. Although Infiniti likes to call the all-new EX35 a “coupe-crossover” we fail to see the resemblance so we’ll just use the term compact SUV. Roughly the size of a Toyota RAV4 (182.3 inches/4631 mm in length), the EX35 will go on sale in the US at the end of this year equipped with the fourth-generation VQ35HR 3.5-liter V6 engine (shared with the new G35 Saloon), rated at 290 Hp and a 5-speed automatic transmission with manual mode.<o:p></o:p></span> <p><span style="">Infiniti’s all-wheel drive SUV will also find its way across the pond as the Japanese carmaker will launch its European assault in the third quarter of 2008. Four models will be available in Europe from launch: the G saloon, the G coupe, the EX and a successor to the FX to be unveiled next year. Apart from a V6 petrol unit, the European EX will also be offered with a V6 diesel engine. <span style="font-size:85%;"><span style="font-style: italic; font-weight: bold;">-Press release and high-res image gallery after the jump</span></span></span></p> <span class="fullpost"><img style="margin: 0pt 10px 10px 0pt; float: left; cursor: pointer; width: 239px; height: 155px;" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_FoXyvaPSnVk/RsRfw1uxYSI/AAAAAAAAQ7U/gTwU8EqBOzU/s320/Carscoop_InfEX35_14.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5099305970751856930" border="0" /><img style="margin: 0pt 10px 10px 0pt; float: left; cursor: pointer; width: 239px; height: 155px;" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/_FoXyvaPSnVk/RsRfzVuxYTI/AAAAAAAAQ7c/adedjMN4IVk/s320/Carscoop_InfEX35_15.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5099306013701529906" border="0" /><br /><span style=""><o:p></o:p></span> <p><img style="margin: 0pt 10px 10px 0pt; float: left; cursor: pointer; width: 240px; height: 155px;" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_FoXyvaPSnVk/RsRfrFuxYQI/AAAAAAAAQ7E/NnP-ELrybp8/s320/Carscoop_InfEX35_12.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5099305871967609090" border="0" /><img style="margin: 0pt 10px 10px 0pt; float: left; cursor: pointer; width: 239px; height: 155px;" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_FoXyvaPSnVk/RsRfsFuxYRI/AAAAAAAAQ7M/2-f9Tr7B0xc/s320/Carscoop_InfEX35_13.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5099305889147478290" border="0" /></p><p><b style=""><span style="color: rgb(192, 0, 0);"><br /></span></b></p><p><b style=""><span style="color: rgb(192, 0, 0);">PRESS RELEASE: All new 2008 Infiniti EX coming to Europe</span></b><b style=""><span style="color: rgb(192, 0, 0);"><o:p></o:p></span></b></p> <p><b style=""><span style="">EX revealed 16 August at the 2007 Pebble Beach Concours d’Elegance</span></b><b style=""><span style=""><o:p></o:p></span></b></p> <p><b style=""><span style="">Innovative Coupe Crossover concept</span></b><b style=""><span style=""><o:p></o:p></span></b></p> <p><b style=""><span style="">Standard ‘ATTESA E-TS’ all-wheel drive</span></b><b style=""><span style=""><o:p></o:p></span></b></p> <p><b style=""><span style="">Powered by a 3.5-litre 290hp V6 (US specification)</span></b><b style=""><span style=""><o:p></o:p></span></b></p> <p><b style=""><span style="">First introduction of the advanced Around View Monitor system</span></b><b style=""><span style=""><o:p></o:p></span></b></p> <p><b style=""><span style="">To be launched progressively across Europe starting from Autumn 2008 together with the G Saloon, G Coupe and a successor to the iconic FX </span></b><b style=""><span style=""><o:p></o:p></span></b></p> <p><span style="">ROLLE, SWITZERLAND (16.08.07): The all-new 2008 Infiniti EX coupe crossover, revealed this week at the 2007 Pebble Beach Concours d’Elegance, will form part of a four model premium range that will be launched across Europe starting from Autumn 2008. </span><span style=""><o:p></o:p></span></p> <p><span style="">The EX is a new addition to the global Infiniti range. To be badged EX35 when it goes on sale in the US at the end of this year, this all-wheel drive crossover slots in below the iconic FX and offers an exceptional combination of seductive design, elegant interior and advanced technology systems. These include the world production car debut of the advanced Around View Monitor (AVM) system, which utilizes four small cameras to give the driver a “top-down view” of the outside of the vehicle while parking. The new EX35 also becomes the second Infiniti production vehicle, following the Autumn introduction in the US of the 2008 Infiniti M-series, to offer the new Lane Departure Prevention (LDP) system, and the first to feature “Scratch Shield,” a special “self-healing” clearcoat paint. Launch timing of these technologies in Europe is to be confirmed.</span><span style=""><o:p></o:p></span></p> <p><b style=""><span style="color: rgb(192, 0, 0);">Coupe-Inspired Exterior</span></b><b style=""><span style="color: rgb(192, 0, 0);"><o:p></o:p></span></b></p> <p><span style="">Designed by the Infiniti design centre in Japan, the EX35’s sculpted elegance should have a timeless appeal. Sleek lines portray speed, grace and finesse combining the look and feel of a luxury coupe with the elevated cabin of a 4x4. </span><span style=""><o:p></o:p></span></p> <p><span style="">The sporty proportions include a long hood, short front and rear overhangs, rearward cabin and smooth coupe-like roofline arching over the windows to the C-pillars.<br />“The EX35 is the perfect fusion of a luxury coupe and a sporty 4x4,” said Jim Wright, Vice President Infiniti Europe. </span><span style=""><o:p></o:p></span></p> <p><span style="">The EX35 has a length of 4631mm and a width of 1803mm making it maneuverable in town. While a height of 1589mm gives it a more dynamic stance and a lower centre of gravity than most other 4x4s.</span><span style=""><o:p></o:p></span></p> <p><span style="">EX35’s exterior includes many signature Infiniti touches, including a double-arch grille, large L-shaped headlights with available Bi-Xenon Adaptive Front lighting System (AFS), integrated fog lights, distinctive LED taillights and “dynamic arch” profile. Other exterior features include a high-mounted rear hatchback spoiler, chrome-finished dual exhaust pipes, an available power tilt/sliding sunroof with one-touch activation and optional roof rails and crossbars. The EX35 also features a standard puddle lamp integrated in the driver’s side door mirror as part of the Hospitality Lighting Concept.<br />Eight exterior colors will be offered including two shades new to the model.</span><span style=""><o:p></o:p></span></p> <p><span style="">One of the unique features of the new EX35 is the special “Scratch Shield,” a special “self-healing” clearcoat paint, which is designed to maintain its gloss-level over time. The paint repairs fine scratches, such as fingernail scratches under door handles, restoring the EX35’s surface close to the original state. The process, which takes anywhere from one day to one week (depending on the surrounding temperature and the depth of the scratch), is accomplished through the use of a special highly elastic resin. This resin is combined with a conventional clearcoat to increase the paint’s flexibility and strength by raising the resin density. </span><span style=""><o:p></o:p></span></p> <p><b style=""><span style="color: rgb(192, 0, 0);">Elegant Interior Design</span></b><b style=""><span style="color: rgb(192, 0, 0);"><o:p></o:p></span></b></p> <p><span style="">Like all Infiniti vehicles, the EX35 is conceived to offer an invigorating and engaging interior environment. And one that is both indulgent and inspiring. </span><span style=""><o:p></o:p></span></p> <p><span style="">The driver-focused “wave-inspired” cabin layout features an Infiniti signature “double-wave” instrument panel, easy-to-read high-contrast gauges with white-and-violet illumination and hospitality lighting with a pin LED light mounted over the center console and Infiniti-signature analog clock. </span><span style=""><o:p></o:p></span></p> <p><span style="">The instrument panel also features a 7-inch color display with Infiniti controller for the trip computer and additional vehicle information, including the available Infiniti Hard Disk based Navigation System with 9.3GB Music Box hard drive for music storage and playback. </span><span style=""><o:p></o:p></span></p> <p><span style="">Other technology systems include available Bluetooth® Hands-Free Phone System and standard Infiniti Intelligent Key with Push Button Ignition. Available technology features include RearView Camera (available separately, or as part of the Around View Monitor system), front and rear parking sensors, Intelligent Cruise Control (ICC) and Bose® Premium Audio System with 11 speakers including 2 subwoofers, 6CD in-dash changer and iPod® connectivity. </span><span style=""><o:p></o:p></span></p> <p><span style="">The interior is offered with cloth or leather-upholstered seating surfaces, available in four different colour concepts, reflecting Infiniti’s desire to offer the customer a high level of personalisation. A special Black Lacquer trim comes standard on the center console, with optional genuine Maple wood trim for the centre </span><span style=""><o:p></o:p></span></p> <p><span style="">An 8-way power driver’s seat with 2-way manual lumbar support is standard, along with a 4-way power passenger’s seat. A driver’s seat memory system is also offered, along with available heated front seats and 8-way power front passenger’s seat. Also available is an unusual 60/40 split power-folding 2nd row seat (operated from the front or hatch area) making it easier to get the best out of the interior space.<br />“The EX35’s interior is all about driving pleasure and passenger comfort,” said Wright. “Like the exterior, it offers a coupe-like feel but surprising versatility – ideal for today’s active lifestyles. Its design is elegant and made using beautiful materials that indulge as well as calm. ”</span><span style=""><o:p></o:p></span></p> <p><b style=""><span style="color: rgb(192, 0, 0);">Advanced Platform and Powertrain</span></b><b style=""><span style="color: rgb(192, 0, 0);"><o:p></o:p></span></b></p> <p><span style="">Under the EX35’s dramatic body is an equally advanced platform and powertrain based on the latest Infiniti performance technology. Its advanced FR-L platform provides the same high levels of handling precision and balance as it does for the Infiniti M, FX and G Coupe and Saloon.</span><span style=""><o:p></o:p></span></p> <p><span style="">Every 2008 US-specification Infiniti EX35 comes as standard with the fourth-generation VQ35HR 3.5-liter V6 engine (shared with the new G35 Saloon), rated at 290-plus horsepower (estimated) and 5-speed automatic transmission with manual mode, DS sport mode with Downshift Rev Matching (DRM), and Adaptive Shift Control. </span><span style=""><o:p></o:p></span></p> <p><span style="">The engine block features ladder frame construction, variable exhaust cam timing (eCVTCS), asymmetric piston skirts, twin knock sensors and Iridium spark plugs. Its symmetric twin ram air intake system helps reduce airflow resistance, while the dual exhaust system has been designed with equal length exhaust manifolds and reduced muffler exhaust pressure help improve engine breathing.</span><span style=""><o:p></o:p></span></p> <p><span style="">Both are tuned to create authoritative harmonies, helping enhance driving pleasure, an exciting engine sound and expected improvements in emissions and fuel economy (versus the previous generation VQ engine). </span><span style=""><o:p></o:p></span></p> <p><span style="">The fourth-generation VQ engine design also includes a long list of advanced systems found on the previous design – including a Continuously Variable Valve Timing Control System (CVTCS), a "noiseless" timing chain for quiet operation, an electronically controlled "drive-by-wire" throttle system, microfinished crank journals and cam lobes, and molybdenum coated lightweight pistons.</span><span style=""><o:p></o:p></span></p> <p><span style="">Every EX35 utilizes a subframe-mounted independent front double-wishbone suspension with aluminum-alloy upper and lower links, high-performance dual-flow pass shock absorbers and anti-roll bar. The rear suspension is an independent multi-link design with aluminum-alloy upper and lower links and axle housing, high-performance dual-flow pass shock absorbers and anti-roll bar.</span><span style=""><o:p></o:p></span></p> <p><span style="">Steering is provided by a speed-sensitive power-assisted steering system with power-assisted front and rear discs (vented front) and standard Anti-lock Braking System (ABS) with Electronic Brake force Distribution (EBD) and Brake Assist (BA).</span><span style=""><o:p></o:p></span></p> <p><span style="">Also standard is Vehicle Dynamic Control (VDC) with Traction Control System (TCS), while an advanced Intelligent Cruise Control (ICC) with Preview Braking is optionally available.</span><span style=""><o:p></o:p></span></p> <p><span style="">Available wheel and tire combinations include an 18-inch 8-spoke aluminum-alloy wheels with 225/55R18 tires. </span><span style=""><o:p></o:p></span></p> <p><span style="">EX35 features Infiniti’s ATTESA E-TS (Advanced Total Traction Engineering System for All Electronic Torque Split) all-wheel drive system, which is also utilized on the 2008 M, FX and G Saloon. The system utilizes an active torque distribution management system with an active centre clutch designed for smooth starts and better traction and maneuverability on snowy and wet roads than conventional all-wheel drive systems, plus minimal compromise of rear-wheel drive performance characteristics on dry roads.</span><span style=""><o:p></o:p></span></p> <p><b style=""><span style="color: rgb(192, 0, 0);">Advanced New Technology</span></b><b style=""><span style="color: rgb(192, 0, 0);"><o:p></o:p></span></b></p> <p><span style="">The EX35’s advanced technology design is highlighted by one system that is the first production version available in the US and Europe: the Infiniti Around View Monitor.</span><span style=""><o:p></o:p></span></p> <p><span style="">It utilizes small front, side and rear-mounted cameras to project an all-around view of potential objects on every side of the vehicle – helping reduce blind spots when parking.</span><span style=""><o:p></o:p></span></p> <p><span style="">“Conventional mirrors, no matter how carefully you use them, just can’t provide a view around the car that the Around View Monitor’s four-camera system does,” said Wright. “Rear bumper parking sensors help detect objects behind a car, but again they can’t give the view of the space around the vehicle that the AVM does.”</span><span style=""><o:p></o:p></span></p> <p><b style=""><span style="color: rgb(192, 0, 0);">EX35 European specification</span></b><b style=""><span style="color: rgb(192, 0, 0);"><o:p></o:p></span></b></p> <p><span style="">The information given above relates to the US market EX35. Specifications of the European version will be confirmed closer to the on sale date.</span><span style=""><o:p></o:p></span></p> <p><span style="">In terms of positioning, it is difficult to find any direct rivals for the EX being arguably the first of a new wave of coupe crossovers. But looking at other cars available currently, the EX might be lined up against rivals as diverse as the BMW X3 3.0si and Audi A4 3.2FSI quattro avant. </span><span style=""><o:p></o:p></span></p> <p><b style=""><span style="color: rgb(192, 0, 0);">Infiniti Europe</span></b><b style=""><span style="color: rgb(192, 0, 0);"><o:p></o:p></span></b></p> <p><span style="">The EX will get its first European showing at the 2008 Geneva Motor Show. The brand will be launched across Europe, city by city, starting in the autumn of 2008 – a process that will take two years. Infiniti Europe will reveal more details of its launch schedule towards the end of 2007.</span><span style=""><o:p></o:p></span></p> <p><span style="">Four models will be available in Europe from launch. These will include the G saloon, the G coupe, the EX as detailed above, and a successor to the iconic FX to be unveiled next year. A replacement for the M-series will join the European range early in the next decade along with the option, on the M-, EX- and FX-series, of a high performance V6 diesel.</span><span style=""><o:p></o:p></span></p> <p><span style="">Superior customer service will be as important to Infiniti as the product. This starts with the retail network, all of which will employ the new Infiniti Retail Design Environment Initiative (IREDI) that has a look and feel more akin to a luxury designer hotel than a car showroom, and continues with Infiniti’s Total Ownership Experience (TOE) philosophy that covers all contacts the customer will have with the brand. </span><span style=""><o:p></o:p></span></p> <p><span style="">Said Wright: “The launch of a premium car brand in Europe is a rare and special event. Infiniti will have the simple philosophy of offering the independently minded customer a new alternative of vibrant product teamed with excellent service. The cars are all elegantly designed, comprehensively equipped and aimed at the enthusiast. But they are only half the story. Effortless ownership will be equally important as you will discover closer to the launch.” </span><span style=""><o:p></o:p></span></p> <p><b style=""><span style="color: rgb(192, 0, 0);"><o:p> </o:p></span></b></p> <p><b style=""><span style="color: rgb(192, 0, 0);">2008 Infiniti EX35 - <o:p></o:p></span></b></p> <p><b style=""><span style="color: rgb(192, 0, 0);">Key Dimensions and US Specifications<o:p></o:p></span></b></p> <p><b style=""><span style="">Engine/Transmission</span></b><span style=""> </span><span style=""><span style=""> </span></span><span style="">3.5-liter VQ V6 engine rated at 290 horsepower (estimated)<br />5-speed automatic transmission with manual mode, DS sport mode and Downshift Rev Matching (DRM) </span><span style=""><o:p></o:p></span></p> <p><b style=""><span style="">Platform</span></b><span style=""> </span><span style=""><span style=""> </span></span><span style="">FM (Front Mid-ship) platform</span><span style=""><o:p></o:p></span></p> <p><b style=""><span style="">Drive Configuration</span></b><span style=""><span style=""> </span></span><span style="">Front engine/rear-wheel or intelligent ATTESA E-TS™ all-wheel drive Vehicle Dynamic Control (VDC) with Traction Control System (TCS)</span><span style=""><o:p></o:p></span></p> <p><b style=""><span style="">Suspension</span></b><span style=""><span style=""> </span></span><span style="">Subframe-mounted independent front double-wishbone suspension with aluminum-alloy upper and lower links, high-performance dual-flow pass shock absorbers, stabilizer bar<o:p></o:p></span></p> <p><span style="">Independent multi-link rear suspension with aluminum-alloy upper and lower links and axle housing, high-performance dual-flow pass shock absorbers, stabilizer bar</span><span style=""><o:p></o:p></span></p> <p><b style=""><span style="">Steering</span></b><span style=""><span style=""> </span></span><span style="">Speed-sensitive power-assisted steering system</span><span style=""><o:p></o:p></span></p> <p><span style="">Brakes</span><span style=""><span style=""> </span></span><span style="">Power-assisted front and rear discs (vented front) with Anti-lock Braking System (ABS) with Electronic Brake force Distribution (EBD) and Brake Assist (BA)</span><span style=""><o:p></o:p></span></p> <p><b style=""><span style="">Wheels/Tires</span></b><b style=""><span style=""><span style=""> </span></span></b><span style="">17-inch 7-spoke aluminum-alloy wheels with 225/60R17 tires or available 18-inch 8-spoke aluminum-alloy wheels with 225/55R18 tires</span><span style=""><o:p></o:p></span></p> <p><b style=""><span style="">Wheelbase</span></b><span style=""> </span><span style=""><span style=""> </span></span><span style="">110.2 inches/2800 mm</span><span style=""><o:p></o:p></span></p> <p><b style=""><span style="">Length</span></b><span style=""> </span><span style=""><span style=""> </span></span><span style="">182.3 inches/4631 mm </span><span style=""><o:p></o:p></span></p> <p><b style=""><span style="">Width</span></b><span style=""> </span><span style=""><span style=""> </span></span><span style="">71.0 inches/1803 mm</span><span style=""><o:p></o:p></span></p> <p><b style=""><span style="">Height</span></b><span style=""> </span><span style=""><span style=""> </span></span><span style="">61.9 inches/1589 mm (without roof rails)<br />62.6 inches/1589 (with roof rails)</span><span style=""><o:p></o:p></span></p> <p><b style=""><span style="">Seating Capacity</span></b><span style=""><span style=""> </span></span><span style="">5 passengers</span><span style=""><o:p></o:p></span></p> <p><b style=""><span style="">Select Technology</span></b><span style=""> </span><span style=""><span style=""> </span></span><span style="">Available Lane Departure Prevention (LDP) system, using a small camera mounted behind the windshield and an advanced microprocessing unit, utilizes the Vehicle Dynamic Control (VDC) system to help assist the driver in maintaining lane position if the vehicle inadvertently starts to drift out of the lane; available Around View Monitor (AVM) system with front, side and rear-mounted cameras to help reduce the blind spots when parking; available BluetoothÒ Hands-free Phone System; XMÒ,Satellite Radio; available Intelligent Cruise Control (ICC); available Infiniti Navigation System with XM® NavTraffic™ real-time traffic information (requires XM® subscription, sold separately), voice activation for navigation, audio and HVAC functions, 9.3GB Music Box hard drive for music storage and playback with compact flash drive slot</span><span style=""><o:p></o:p></span></p> <p><b style=""><span style="">Select Exterior Features</span></b><span style=""> </span><span style=""><span style=""> </span></span><span style="">Infiniti signature double-arch grille and dynamic arch profile; Infiniti signature L-shaped headlights with available Bi-Xenon headlights with Adaptive Front lighting System (AFS), integrated fog lights; thin, elegant LED taillights; body-color power adjustable outside mirrors with driver’s side puddle light; rear spoiler; chrome-finished dual exhaust tips; available moonroof; “Scratch Shield,” a special “self-healing” clearcoat paint</span><span style=""><o:p></o:p></span></p> <p><b style=""><span style="">Select Interior Features</span></b><span style=""> </span><span style=""><span style=""> </span></span><span style="">Luxurious driver-oriented interior with cloth or available leather-appointed seating surfaces; textured aluminum trim or available Maple wood trim on all door panels; Infiniti signature “double-wave” instrument panel and Infiniti-signature analog clock; leather-wrapped steering wheel with controls for audio, cruise control, voice commands and Lane Departure Prevention (if equipped); leather and aluminum shift knob; Black Lacquer trim on center console and center stack; available 60/40 split power-folding 2nd row seat (operated from front or hatch area); 7-inch color display with Infiniti controller; electroluminescent gauges with a center display for the trip computer and additional vehicle information; Infiniti Intelligent Key with Push Button Ignition; hospitality lighting with pin LED lights mounted over the center console </span><span style=""><o:p></o:p></span></p> <p><b style=""><span style="">Select Safety Features </span></b><span style=""><span style=""> </span></span><span style="">Infiniti Advanced Air Bag System (AABS) with dual stage supplemental front air bags with seat belt and occupant classification system; driver and front passenger side-impact supplemental air bags; roof-mounted curtain side-impact and rollover supplemental air bags for front and rear seat outboard occupant head protection; Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)</span><span style=""><o:p></o:p></span></p></span>Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3872119923261644604.post-24547230904858049172011-09-18T23:04:00.000-07:002011-09-18T23:05:43.990-07:00Infiniti EX Concept officially unveiled<img style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center; cursor: pointer;" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/_FoXyvaPSnVk/RgwdE2N_--I/AAAAAAAAGoo/ccZdNFKLg_Q/s400/Carscoop_InfinitiEX_1.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5047441251486399458" border="0" /><span lang="EN-GB" style="font-family:Tahoma;">Infiniti just came out with the official press release of its <st1:state st="on"><st1:place st="on">New York</st1:place></st1:state> Show EX concept. Measuring at 185.2 inches/4630 mm in length, the EX is practically a pre-production model and according to Infiniti, it will go on sale in <st1:place st="on">North America</st1:place> in late 2007. Infiniti’s BMW X3 rival will also find its way to the European market in 2008 where along with the 3.5 V6 petrol there’s the possibility of a diesel option, too. Finally it's worth mentioning that the EX is highlighted by two systems that are said to be a world first:<br /><br /></span><span style=";font-family:Tahoma;font-size:100%;" lang="EN-GB"><span style="color: rgb(153, 0, 0);">-</span><span>the around View Monitor utilises small front, side and rear-mounted cameras to project an all-around view of potential objects on every side of the vehicle – helping reduce blind spots when parking.<br /><br /></span></span><span style=";font-family:Tahoma;font-size:100%;" lang="EN-GB"><span style="color: rgb(153, 0, 0);">-</span>the next-gen Lane Departure Prevention system uses the vehicle’s Vehicle Dynamic Control (VDC) system to help assist the driver in maintaining lane position if the vehicle inadvertently starts to move outside of the lane.</span><span style="font-size:85%;"><b style=""><i style=""><span style="font-family:Tahoma;"> -Continued: Click “Read More…” below to see the press release & more high-res pics</span></i></b></span> <span class="fullpost"><p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size:85%;"><img style="margin: 0pt 10px 10px 0pt; float: left; cursor: pointer; width: 228px; height: 148px;" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/_FoXyvaPSnVk/Rgwcp2N_-8I/AAAAAAAAGoY/2fFScKgT7lo/s320/Carscoop_InfinitiEX_2.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5047440787629931458" border="0" /><img style="margin: 0pt 10px 10px 0pt; float: left; cursor: pointer; width: 244px; height: 148px;" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_FoXyvaPSnVk/RgwcqmN_-9I/AAAAAAAAGog/X_4pBzdtHuw/s320/Carscoop_InfinitiEX_3.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5047440800514833362" border="0" /></span><br /><b style=""><i style=""><span style="font-family:Tahoma;"><o:p></o:p></span></i></b></p> <p style="text-align: center;" align="center"><b><u><span style=";font-family:Tahoma;color:maroon;">PRESS RELEASE<o:p></o:p></span></u></b></p> <p style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-size:85%;"><b><u><span style=";font-family:Tahoma;color:maroon;" lang="EN-GB">INFINITI EX CONCEPT FEATURES COUPE-INSPIRED SUV DESIGN, WORLD DEBUT OF TWO ADVANCED TECHNOLOGIES</span></u></b><u><span style=";font-family:Tahoma;color:maroon;" lang="EN-GB"> <o:p></o:p></span></u></span></p> <p style="text-align: center;" align="center"><span style="font-weight: bold;font-size:85%;"><i><span lang="EN-GB" style="font-family:Tahoma;">– </span></i></span><span style=";font-family:Tahoma;font-size:85%;" lang="EN-GB"><span style="font-weight: bold;">Stylish Design Concept Previews New Infiniti Production Crossover SUV</span><i style="font-weight: bold;"> –</i><o:p></o:p></span></p> <p><span style=";font-family:Tahoma;font-size:85%;" lang="EN-GB">The Infiniti EX Concept, which makes its world debut at the 2007 New York International Auto Show, follows in the tradition of previous Infiniti design studies with its combination of seductive design, elegant interior and advanced technology systems – including an advanced Around View Monitor (AVM) and Lane Departure Prevention (LDP) system. And, like many of the Infiniti concepts that have come before, the new EX Concept is a very real preview of an upcoming production vehicle – the 2008 Infiniti EX crossover SUV.<o:p></o:p></span></p> <p><span style=";font-family:Tahoma;font-size:85%;" lang="EN-GB">“The Infiniti FX, M and most recently the new 2008 G Coupe, can all trace their evolution from show stoppers to Infiniti showrooms in a short period of time,” said Mark Igo, vice president and general manager, Infiniti Division, Nissan North America, Inc. “With this stunning EX Concept, we’re pleased to announce that along with the basic exterior and interior designs, the production Infiniti EX will include much of the EX Concept’s innovative technology, including the Around View Monitor and Lane Departure Prevention.”<o:p></o:p></span></p> <p class="MsoNormal"><img style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center; cursor: pointer;" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_FoXyvaPSnVk/Rg2RR2N__yI/AAAAAAAAGvM/xOYdob3ieNc/s400/Carscoop_EX_Concept12.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5047850493150232354" border="0" /></p><p class="MsoNormal"><span lang="EN-GB" style="font-family:Tahoma;"><b style=""><br /></b></span><img style="margin: 0pt 10px 10px 0pt; float: left; cursor: pointer; width: 146px; height: 85px;" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_FoXyvaPSnVk/Rg2QwWN__wI/AAAAAAAAGu8/yTdPZu59gYo/s200/Carscoop_EX_Concept14.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5047849917624614658" border="0" /><img style="margin: 0pt 10px 10px 0pt; float: left; cursor: pointer; width: 145px; height: 85px;" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_FoXyvaPSnVk/Rg2QwGN__vI/AAAAAAAAGu0/gnPM2Xmplt4/s200/Carscoop_EX_Concept13.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5047849913329647346" border="0" /><img style="margin: 0pt 10px 10px 0pt; float: left; cursor: pointer; width: 169px; height: 85px;" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_FoXyvaPSnVk/Rg2Qw2N__xI/AAAAAAAAGvE/Z_W6Jm7a660/s200/Carscoop_EX_Concept15.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5047849926214549266" border="0" /></p><p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size:85%;"><b><u><span style=";font-family:Tahoma;color:maroon;" lang="EN-GB"><br /></span></u></b></span></p><p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size:85%;"><b><u><span style=";font-family:Tahoma;color:maroon;" lang="EN-GB">Coupe-Inspired Exterior</span></u></b><u><span style=";font-family:Tahoma;color:maroon;" lang="EN-GB"> <o:p></o:p></span></u></span></p> <p><span style=";font-family:Tahoma;font-size:85%;" lang="EN-GB">The EX Concept’s sculpted elegance expresses a timeless appeal – sleek lines that portray speed, grace and finesse. Its layout combines the look and feel of a luxury coupe – including short front and rear overhangs – and the ample interior roominess, optimised seating height and luggage space of an SUV.<o:p></o:p></span></p> <p><span style=";font-family:Tahoma;font-size:85%;" lang="EN-GB">“The EX Concept is the perfect fusion of a luxury coupe and a high-utility SUV,” said Igo. “Its ‘right-sized’ packaging gives it excellent around town manoeuvrability, while the wide rear hatch and low load floor make it a versatile performer for everyday and weekend use.”<o:p></o:p></span></p> <p><span style=";font-family:Tahoma;font-size:85%;" lang="EN-GB">The EX Concept exterior includes many signature Infiniti touches, including the double-arch grille, large L-shaped headlights with Adaptive Front lighting System (AFS), integrated fog lights, distinctive LED taillights and “dynamic arch” profile. The exterior also features a high-mounted rear hatchback spoiler.<o:p></o:p></span></p> <p><span style=";font-family:Tahoma;font-size:85%;" lang="EN-GB">Special features created especially for the EX Concept are the all-in-one sash-style side door mirrors with integrated LED turn signals and electric outside door handles with push switches. The EX Concept also includes paint and 19-inch 7-spoke aluminium alloy wheels mounted with 245/55R19 tyres.<o:p></o:p></span></p> <p><span style=";font-family:Tahoma;font-size:85%;" lang="EN-GB">The most striking exterior design element of the EX Concept is its dramatic liquid crystal full-length glass roof panel that is able to change from transparent to translucent via input from a special touch sensor system.<o:p></o:p></span></p> <p><span style=";font-family:Tahoma;font-size:85%;" lang="EN-GB">“The EX Concept’s glass roof technology is a fascinating study in how technology can be utilised to change the entire interior atmosphere of a vehicle by adding or subtracting not just light, but the occupants’ view of the outside world,” said Igo.<o:p></o:p></span></p> <p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size:85%;"><b><u><span style=";font-family:Tahoma;color:maroon;" lang="EN-GB">Elegant Interior Design</span></u></b><u><span style=";font-family:Tahoma;color:maroon;" lang="EN-GB"> <o:p></o:p></span></u></span></p> <p><span style=";font-family:Tahoma;font-size:85%;" lang="EN-GB">Like all Infiniti vehicles, the EX Concept is conceived to offer a reinvigorating and engaging interior environment, one that is both indulgent and inspiring. The “wave-inspired” cabin layout is focused on the driver, with easy-to-read high-contrast gauges with violet-colour illumination and an electric soft-touch shifter system. <o:p></o:p></span></p> <p><span style=";font-family:Tahoma;font-size:85%;" lang="EN-GB">The EX Concept’s rich, leather-appointed and aluminum-alloy trimmed interior also offers plenty of passenger luxury – with deep, supportive seats and an ambient lighting system that includes special indirect headrest illumination. <o:p></o:p></span></p> <p><span style=";font-family:Tahoma;font-size:85%;" lang="EN-GB">A large, leather-appointed centre console box provides utility for driver and front passenger, while the instrument panel includes a wide LCD monitor and signature Infiniti analogue clock. The advanced audio system includes aluminium speaker finishers, matching the door-side trim. The roomy rear cargo area combines function with design with its aluminum-alloy flooring with luggage rails. <o:p></o:p></span></p> <p><span style=";font-family:Tahoma;font-size:85%;" lang="EN-GB">“The EX Concept’s interior is all about driving pleasure and passenger comfort,” said Igo. “Like the exterior, it offers a coupe-like feel but surprising utility – ideal for today’s active lifestyles.”<o:p></o:p></span></p> <p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size:85%;"><b><u><span style=";font-family:Tahoma;color:maroon;" lang="EN-GB">Advanced Platform and Powertrain</span></u></b><u><span style=";font-family:Tahoma;color:maroon;" lang="EN-GB"> <o:p></o:p></span></u></span></p> <p><span style=";font-family:Tahoma;font-size:85%;" lang="EN-GB">Under the EX Concept’s dramatic body is an equally advanced platform and powertrain based on the latest Infiniti production hardware. Its advanced FM platform provides the same high levels of handling precision and balance as it does for the Infiniti M, FX and G Coupe and <st1:city st="on"><st1:place st="on">Sedan</st1:place></st1:city>. For use in the EX Concept, the wheelbase has been shortened to 112.0 inches for a small turning radius, while the rear multi-link suspension utilises a low shock absorber layout to enhance cargo area utility. It rides on 19-inch 7-spoke aluminium-alloy wheels with 245/55R19 tyres.<o:p></o:p></span></p> <p><span style=";font-family:Tahoma;font-size:85%;" lang="EN-GB">The EX Concept is powered by a V6 engine, coupled to a 5-speed automatic transmission. The EX Concept also includes an all-wheel drive system.<o:p></o:p></span></p> <p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size:85%;"><b><u><span style=";font-family:Tahoma;color:maroon;" lang="EN-GB">The World Debut of Two New Technologies</span></u></b><u><span style=";font-family:Tahoma;color:maroon;" lang="EN-GB"> <o:p></o:p></span></u></span></p> <p><span style=";font-family:Tahoma;font-size:85%;" lang="EN-GB">The EX Concept’s advanced technology design is highlighted by two systems that are expected to be the first production versions in the world when the new Infiniti EX goes on sale in <st1:place st="on">North America</st1:place> in late 2007. <o:p></o:p></span></p> <p><span style=";font-family:Tahoma;font-size:85%;" lang="EN-GB">The Infiniti Around View Monitor utilises small front, side and rear-mounted cameras to project an all-around view of potential objects on every side of the vehicle – helping reduce blind spots when parking.<o:p></o:p></span></p> <p><span style=";font-family:Tahoma;font-size:85%;" lang="EN-GB">“Conventional mirrors, no matter how carefully you use them, just can’t provide a view around the vehicle that the Around View Monitor’s four-camera system does,” said Igo. “Rear bumper sonar systems help detect objects behind a vehicle, but again they can’t give the view of the space around the vehicle that the AVM does.”<o:p></o:p></span></p> <p><span style=";font-family:Tahoma;font-size:85%;" lang="EN-GB">The Lane Departure Prevention system builds on the Lane Departure Warning (LDW) system that is currently available on the Infiniti FX and M. Rather than just use an audible/visual warning system to alert the driver of unintentional vehicle movement outside the designated lane, the LDP system uses the vehicle’s Vehicle Dynamic Control (VDC) system to help assist the driver in maintaining lane position if the vehicle inadvertently starts to drift outside of the lane. <o:p></o:p></span></p> <p><span style=";font-family:Tahoma;font-size:85%;" lang="EN-GB">Both Lane Departure Prevention and the LDW systems use a small camera installed behind the windscreen to detect lane markers in front of the vehicle and calculate its position relative to lane markers and warn the driver of lane drift (pending lane change without use of the turn signal) with a visual display and audible buzzer. <o:p></o:p></span></p> <p><span style=";font-family:Tahoma;font-size:85%;" lang="EN-GB">If the driver does not return the vehicle in the direction of the centre of the travel lane, the LDP system assists the driver by using gentle control (generating part of the necessary yaw movement), using the VDC’s brake actuator to control the brake pressure of each individual wheel to generate the intended movement..<o:p></o:p></span></p> <p><span style=";font-family:Tahoma;font-size:85%;" lang="EN-GB">“Infiniti has taken a leadership position in offering the first production Lane Departure Warning systems for production vehicles. We’re now poised to take the next big step with the upcoming EX’s Lane Departure Prevention system,” said Igo. “We’re confident that the production Infiniti EX will be just as stylish, dramatic, luxurious and innovative as this EX Concept show vehicle. The line continues to be drawn.”<o:p></o:p></span></p> <p><span style=";font-family:Tahoma;font-size:85%;" lang="EN-GB">The Infiniti EX Concept was created at the <st1:placename st="on">Nissan</st1:placename> <st1:placename st="on">Technical</st1:placename> <st1:placetype st="on">Center</st1:placetype> in <st1:place st="on"><st1:city st="on">Atsugi</st1:city>, <st1:country-region st="on">Japan</st1:country-region></st1:place>.<o:p></o:p></span></p> <p><span style="font-size:85%;"><b><u><span style=";font-family:Tahoma;color:maroon;" lang="EN-GB">About Infiniti</span></u></b><u><span style=";font-family:Tahoma;color:maroon;" lang="EN-GB"><o:p></o:p></span></u></span></p> <p><span style=";font-family:Tahoma;font-size:85%;" lang="EN-GB">Infiniti offers a full-line of luxury performance automobiles, including the G sports coupe and sedan, the M luxury performance sedan, FX premium crossover SUV, and the QX full-size luxury SUV. More information about Infiniti and its total ownership experience can be found at <u>www.Infiniti.com.</u><o:p></o:p></span></p> <p style="text-align: center;" align="center"><span style="font-size:85%;"><strong><u><span style=";font-family:Tahoma;color:maroon;" lang="EN-GB">INFINITI EX CONCEPT</span></u></strong><u><span style=";font-family:Tahoma;color:maroon;" lang="EN-GB"><o:p></o:p></span></u></span></p> <p style="text-align: center;" align="center"><span style="font-size:85%;"><b style=""><span lang="EN-GB" style="font-family:Tahoma;">KEY DIMENSIONS AND SPECIFICATIONS<o:p></o:p></span></b></span></p> <p class="MsoNormal" style=""><span style="font-size:85%;"><b style=""><span lang="EN-GB" style="font-family:Tahoma;">Engine/Transmission</span></b><b style=""><span lang="EN-GB" style="font-family:Tahoma;"><span style=""> </span></span></b><b style=""><span lang="EN-GB" style="font-family:Tahoma;">V6 engine/5-speed automatic transmission</span></b><b style=""><span lang="EN-GB" style="font-family:Tahoma;"><o:p></o:p></span></b></span></p> <p class="MsoNormal" style=""><span style="font-size:85%;"><b style=""><span lang="EN-GB" style="font-family:Tahoma;">Platform</span></b><b style=""><span lang="EN-GB" style="font-family:Tahoma;"><span style=""> </span></span></b><b style=""><span lang="EN-GB" style="font-family:Tahoma;">FM (Front Mid-ship) platform</span></b><b style=""><span lang="EN-GB" style="font-family:Tahoma;"><o:p></o:p></span></b></span></p> <p class="MsoNormal" style=""><span style="font-size:85%;"><b style=""><span lang="EN-GB" style="font-family:Tahoma;">Drive Configuration</span></b><b style=""><span lang="EN-GB" style="font-family:Tahoma;"><span style=""> </span></span></b><b style=""><span lang="EN-GB" style="font-family:Tahoma;">Front engine/all-wheel drive<br /><br />Vehicle Dynamic Control (VDC) with Traction Control System (TCS)</span></b><b style=""><span lang="EN-GB" style="font-family:Tahoma;"><o:p></o:p></span></b></span></p> <p><span style="font-size:85%;"><b style=""><span lang="EN-GB" style="font-family:Tahoma;">Suspension</span></b><b style=""><span lang="EN-GB" style="font-family:Tahoma;"><span style=""> </span></span></b><b style=""><span lang="EN-GB" style="font-family:Tahoma;">Subframe-mounted independent front double-wishbone suspension with aluminium-alloy upper and lower links, high-performance dual-flow pass shock absorbers, stabiliser bar<o:p></o:p></span></b></span></p> <p style=""><span style="font-size:85%;"><b style=""><span lang="EN-GB" style="font-family:Tahoma;">Independent multi-link rear suspension with aluminium-alloy upper and lower links and axle housing, high-performance dual-flow pass shock absorbers, stabiliser bar<o:p></o:p></span></b></span></p> <p class="MsoNormal" style=""><span style="font-size:85%;"><b style=""><span lang="EN-GB" style="font-family:Tahoma;">Steering</span></b><b style=""><span lang="EN-GB" style="font-family:Tahoma;"><span style=""> </span></span></b><b style=""><span lang="EN-GB" style="font-family:Tahoma;">Vehicle speed-sensitive power-assisted steering system</span></b><b style=""><span lang="EN-GB" style="font-family:Tahoma;"><o:p></o:p></span></b></span></p> <p class="MsoNormal" style=""><span style="font-size:85%;"><b style=""><span lang="EN-GB" style="font-family:Tahoma;">Brakes</span></b><b style=""><span lang="EN-GB" style="font-family:Tahoma;"><span style=""> </span></span></b><b style=""><span lang="EN-GB" style="font-family:Tahoma;">Power-assisted front and rear vented discs with Anti-lock Braking System (ABS) with Electronic Brake force Distribution (EBD) and Brake Assist (BA)</span></b><b style=""><span lang="EN-GB" style="font-family:Tahoma;"><o:p></o:p></span></b></span></p> <p class="MsoNormal" style=""><span style="font-size:85%;"><b style=""><span lang="EN-GB" style="font-family:Tahoma;">Wheels/Tyres</span></b><b style=""><span lang="EN-GB" style="font-family:Tahoma;"><span style=""> </span></span></b><b style=""><span lang="EN-GB" style="font-family:Tahoma;">19-inch 7-spoke aluminium-alloy wheels with 245/55R19 tyres</span></b><b style=""><span lang="EN-GB" style="font-family:Tahoma;"><o:p></o:p></span></b></span></p> <p class="MsoNormal" style=""><span style="font-size:85%;"><b style=""><span lang="EN-GB" style="font-family:Tahoma;">Wheelbase</span></b><b style=""><span lang="EN-GB" style="font-family:Tahoma;"><span style=""> </span></span></b><b style=""><span lang="EN-GB" style="font-family:Tahoma;">112.0 inches/2800 mm</span></b><b style=""><span lang="EN-GB" style="font-family:Tahoma;"><o:p></o:p></span></b></span></p> <p class="MsoNormal" style=""><span style="font-size:85%;"><b style=""><span lang="EN-GB" style="font-family:Tahoma;">Length</span></b><b style=""><span lang="EN-GB" style="font-family:Tahoma;"><span style=""> </span></span></b><b style=""><span lang="EN-GB" style="font-family:Tahoma;">185.2 inches/4630 mm </span></b><b style=""><span lang="EN-GB" style="font-family:Tahoma;"><o:p></o:p></span></b></span></p> <p class="MsoNormal" style=""><span style="font-size:85%;"><b style=""><span lang="EN-GB" style="font-family:Tahoma;">Width</span></b><b style=""><span lang="EN-GB" style="font-family:Tahoma;"><span style=""> </span></span></b><b style=""><span lang="EN-GB" style="font-family:Tahoma;">72.0 inches/1800 mm</span></b><b style=""><span lang="EN-GB" style="font-family:Tahoma;"><o:p></o:p></span></b></span></p> <p class="MsoNormal" style=""><span style="font-size:85%;"><b style=""><span lang="EN-GB" style="font-family:Tahoma;">Height</span></b><b style=""><span lang="EN-GB" style="font-family:Tahoma;"><span style=""> </span></span></b><b style=""><span lang="EN-GB" style="font-family:Tahoma;">63.2 inches/1575 mm</span></b><b style=""><span lang="EN-GB" style="font-family:Tahoma;"><o:p></o:p></span></b></span></p> <p class="MsoNormal" style=""><span style="font-size:85%;"><b style=""><span lang="EN-GB" style="font-family:Tahoma;">Seating Capacity</span></b><b style=""><span lang="EN-GB" style="font-family:Tahoma;"><span style=""> </span></span></b><b style=""><span lang="EN-GB" style="font-family:Tahoma;">5 passengers</span></b><b style=""><span lang="EN-GB" style="font-family:Tahoma;"><o:p></o:p></span></b></span></p> <p><span style="font-size:85%;"><strong><u><span style=";font-family:Tahoma;color:maroon;" lang="EN-GB">Select Technology</span></u></strong><u><span style=";font-family:Tahoma;color:maroon;" lang="EN-GB"><o:p></o:p></span></u></span></p> <p><span style=";font-family:Tahoma;font-size:85%;" lang="EN-GB">Lane Departure Prevention (LDP) system, using a small camera mounted behind the windscreen and an advanced microprocessing unit, utilises the Vehicle Dynamic Control (VDC) system to help assist the driver in maintaining lane position if the vehicle inadvertently starts to drift out of the lane; Around View Monitor (AVM) system with front, side and rear-mounted cameras to help reduce the blind spots when parking; Bluetooth<sup>Ò</sup> hands-free phone system<o:p></o:p></span></p> <p class="MsoBodyTextIndent" style="margin-left: 0cm;"><span style="font-size:85%;"><strong><u><span style=";font-family:Tahoma;color:maroon;" lang="EN-GB">Select Exterior Features</span></u></strong><u><span style=";font-family:Tahoma;color:maroon;" lang="EN-GB"><o:p></o:p></span></u></span></p> <p class="MsoBodyTextIndent" style="margin-left: 0cm;"><span style=";font-family:Tahoma;font-size:85%;" lang="EN-GB">Unique liquid crystal glass roof panel that can change from transparent to translucent; Infiniti signature double-arch grille and dynamic arch profile; Infiniti signature L-shaped headlights with Adaptive Front lighting System (AFS), integrated fog lights; thin, elegant LED taillights; all-in-one sash-style side door mirrors with integrated LED turn signals; electric outside door handles with push switches; high-mounted rear hatchback spoiler.<o:p></o:p></span></p> <p class="MsoBodyTextIndent" style="margin-left: 0cm;"><span style="font-size:85%;"><strong><u><span style=";font-family:Tahoma;color:maroon;" lang="EN-GB">Select Interior Features</span></u></strong><u><span style=";font-family:Tahoma;color:maroon;" lang="EN-GB"><o:p></o:p></span></u></span></p> <p class="MsoBodyTextIndent" style="margin-left: 0cm;"><span lang="EN-GB" style="font-family:Tahoma;"><span style="font-size:85%;">Driver-oriented, leather-appointed interior with luxurious passenger space; liquid crystal glass sunroof with touch sensor system control; Infiniti signature “double-wave” instrument panel and Infiniti-signature analogue clock; high contrast instrumentation with aluminium-alloy bezel surround; electric soft-touch shifter system, designed for an artistic, jewel-like appearance; aluminium-alloy door-side finishers and speaker finish; oversize front and rear seat headrests with indirect lighting; special ambient mood lighting throughout the cabin; large-sized high-touch leather-appointed centre console; aluminium-alloy rear cargo area finisher with integrated luggage rails.</span></span></p></span>Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3872119923261644604.post-62753923103851179882011-09-18T23:00:00.000-07:002011-09-18T23:03:22.715-07:00Audi Mini Coupe<img style="display: block; margin: 0px auto 10px; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 645px; height: 349px;" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-ap03v5hLi3M/TgDDeHeUOkI/AAAAAAAEmbA/_uEt34kbNGI/s800/Audi-Coupe-0.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5620707257128073794" border="0" /><br /><span style="font-family:Verdana;">Sure, the new MINI Coupe is all the talk now and everyone is buzzing in his or her opinion on the two-seater model. However, if you really want a sporty coupe model that stands out from the crowd look no further than this creation from <i>mother Russia</i>. </span> <p><span style="font-family:Verdana;">Meet the ultimate Audi Coupe that blends an alarmingly shortened chassis and body from an Audi 80 with the front end of an A4 and the wider buttocks of a previous generation A6 sedan. </span></p><br /><br /><h3>Pole Turns 1991 Audi 100 V6 into a 2008 Audi A4 Lookalike</h3><br /><br /><img style="display: block; margin: 0px auto 10px; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 645px; height: 349px;" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-vQApnbXS52g/Thc5i3L4FJI/AAAAAAAErX0/Ug0SOx2q2Ok/s800/Audi-A4100-3837561.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5627029530514822290" border="0" /><br /><span style="font-family:Verdana;">The latest addition to our automotive <s>travesty</s> replica section comes from Poland and it concerns a 1991 Audi 100 2.8 V6 Quattro (the A6’s predecessor) which has been stylistically converted to remind a 2005 Audi A4 sedan. To achieve the look, the Polish owner of the car crafted the front and rear end sections of an A4 to the 100 saloon. But that’s not all he did. </span><br /><br /><h3>Yema Auto Presents Clones of the Audi A4, VW Tiguan and Infiniti EX</h3><br /><br /><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 645px; height: 349px;" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-YG6ROWOVHwk/TnTvgQfng2I/AAAAAAAFF20/FbBJykgnNiE/s800/Yema-E-SUV-3.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5653406769719247714" border="0" /><br /><span style="font-family:Verdana;">Not too long ago, in a country far, far away, Yema Auto presented a clone of the previous generation Subaru Forester. The years passed and the force behind Yema Auto became stronger and stronger…</span> <p><img style="float: right; margin: 0pt 0pt 10px 10px; cursor: pointer; width: 131px; height: 110px;" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-5Pen9I9s8n8/TnTvyf7gJ3I/AAAAAAAFF28/T_EMZDn4l8Q/s200/Yema-F16-3.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5653407083100383090" border="0" /><span style="font-family:Verdana;">At this week's Chengdu Auto Show 2011, the Chinese automaker unleashed a second attack with a new breed of clones named the E-SUV, T-SUV and the F16. </span> </p><p><span style="font-family:Verdana;">In all cases, the pictures speak louder than words and it doesn't take an avid automobile aficionado to see that the T-SUV is a blatant rip-off of the Volkswagen Tiguan, the E-SUV China's doppelganger of the Infiniti EX crossover and the F16 and its commercial E-TAXI sibling, copies of the older Audi A4 Avant.</span> </p>Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3872119923261644604.post-9621976966762900582011-09-18T22:57:00.000-07:002011-09-18T23:00:07.012-07:00Five-Millionth Audi A4 Rolls off the Production Line in Inglostant<h3>Five-Millionth Audi A4 Rolls off the Production Line in Inglostant</h3><br /><br /><img style="display: block; margin: 0px auto 10px; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 645px; height: 349px;" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-mEcNUEjEFFo/TZThOarRBqI/AAAAAAAEN04/NonvQ33-plY/s800/Audi-A4-Production-7.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5590340675268839074" border="0" /><br /><span style="font-family:Verdana;">Audi</span><span style="font-family:Verdana;">'s Ingolstadt plant produced on Wednesday the five-millionth </span><span style="font-family:Verdana;">A4</span><span style="font-family:Verdana;"> model, an Avant station wagon painted in Misano Red. The brand with the four rings started production of the A4 in Ingolstadt in 1994 and since 2007, it has also been building it at Neckarsulm. The A4 Sedan, A4 Avant, A4 allroad quattro, S4 Sedan and S4 Avant are manufactured in Ingolstadt, while the A4 Sedan is built in Neckarsulm in both plants. The A4 range takes up a high proportion of the Ingolstadt and Neckarsulm plants' production capacity.</span><br /><br /><h3>BMW 3-Series Still Top Dog despite Strong Competition</h3><br /><br /><img style="display: block; margin: 0px auto 10px; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 645px; height: 349px;" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-pjxkZV5ekss/Tb9Cda1ea-I/AAAAAAAEXxY/EZD71MVYSLs/s800/328i-Sd.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5602269534659439586" border="0" /><br /><span style="font-family:Verdana;">In the ingloriously named, “small premium car segment”, the BMW 3-Series is king. A good all-rounder with sporting pretensions and cred, a nice assortment of engine and equipment options, and perhaps most importantly, a variety of body styles including a coupe and station wagon derivative that have ensured its market supremacy. </span> <p><span style="font-family:Verdana;">All 3-Series models are doing their bit to keep sales high. According to a study released by <i>R.L. Polk</i> & Co., from 2008 through this past February, the 3-Series sedan covered around 60 percent of the model's retail registrations, with the coupe, convertible and station wagon versions accounting for the rest of the sales. </span></p><br /><br /><h3>Audi USA Promotes its Pre-Owned Program with Two New Commercials</h3><br /><br /><img style="display: block; margin: 0px auto 10px; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 645px; height: 349px;" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-FhLueExxsD8/TcgkcW1mbTI/AAAAAAAEZVM/HY_XtU7HegQ/s800/Audi-Certified-Pre-Owned-Ad-0.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5604769805847915826" border="0" /><br /><span style="font-family:Verdana;">Imagine buying a new car and being annoyed constantly by the car's next owners telling you not to do this or that in order to keep the vehicle in top shape. Not a very nice image, but thats exactly what Audi portrays in a series of commercials that promote the </span><span style="font-family:Verdana;">brand’s</span><span style="font-family:Verdana;"> Certified pre-owned program.</span><br /><br /><h3>Audi Challenges BMW, Mercedes and Lexus with new Ad Campaign</h3><br /><br /><img style="display: block; margin: 0px auto 10px; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 645px; height: 349px;" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-4VYtnj4eFkw/TdNLBFGQ8_I/AAAAAAAEbBw/mpzhSTWnLC0/s800/Audi-Ad-0.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5607908442926806002" border="0" /><br /><p><span style="font-family:Verdana;">Audi of America has launched a new advertising campaign that will most likely generate a similar response from the competition in the premium segment. Under the tagline “Car Carrier”, the two </span><span style="font-family:Verdana;">Audi</span><span style="font-family:Verdana;"> </span><span style="font-family:Verdana;">commercials</span><span style="font-family:Verdana;"> feature a BMW owner that goes nuts when he sees a truck full of brand new automotive metal from Ingolstadt.</span></p><br /><br /><h3>Audi A4 2.0 TFSI Convertible Tuned to 260HP by Sport-Wheels</h3><br /><br /><img style="display: block; margin: 0px auto 10px; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 645px; height: 349px;" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-mKm5p69fw7E/TefZp5K260I/AAAAAAAEfNc/Qo3ljYSXGPE/s800/Audi-A4-Cabriolet-99551.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5613694774284839746" border="0" /><br /><span style="font-family:Verdana;">Even if it has been out of production for some years, the Audi A4 Convertible continues to command the attention of the tuning industry. Sport-Wheels, one of the lesser-known tuning companies in Germany, has presented a new take on the soft-top model with a package for the 2.0-liter TFSI version comprising both mechanical and cosmetic updates. </span>Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3872119923261644604.post-82968261417598504182011-09-18T22:50:00.000-07:002011-09-18T22:53:16.073-07:00New Audi A4 2.0 TDI with 136HP and 4.4lt/100km [53.5mpg]<h3>New Audi A4 2.0 TDI with 136HP and 4.4lt/100km [53.5mpg]</h3><br /><br /><img style="display: block; margin: 0px auto 10px; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 645px; height: 349px;" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_FoXyvaPSnVk/TNLCQ1jHBvI/AAAAAAADg_0/7rO3GTJUNHY/s800/A4-Audi-1.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5535700486499796722" border="0" /><br /><span style="font-family:Verdana;">Audi is extending its A4 range in Europe with the addition of a new and more fuel efficient 2.0 TDI version that is available in both sedan and Avant (Audi talk for Station Wagon) body styles.</span><span style="font-family:Verdana;"> This variant of the VW Group's 2.0-liter turbo diesel engine produces 136HP (100 kW) and 320 Nm (236.02 lb-ft) of torque, the latter being available between 1,750 and 2,500 rpm.<br /></span><p><span style="font-family:Verdana;">In addition, both the A4 Saloon and Avant 2.0 TDI benefit from the use of a six-speed manual transmission with lengthened gear ratios and forged 16-inch alloy wheels shod in 205/60 low rolling resistance tires. The aerodynamic tweaks to the body and a lower ride height complete the package.<br /></span></p><p></p><br /><br /><h3>Audi Begins Producing A4 and A6 Models in Indonesia</h3><br /><br /><img style="display: block; margin: 0px auto 10px; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 645px; height: 349px;" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/_FoXyvaPSnVk/TUcGcesy4oI/AAAAAAAD7FU/9JLOyi9DWa0/s800/Audi-1.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5568426550613959298" border="0" /><br /><span style="font-family:Verdana;">Like many other automakers, Audi is constantly expanding its production network to include new countries. This time, the German premium carmaker has launched a new assembly plant in Indonesia in cooperation with INDOMOBIL /Garuda Mataram Motor, to produce the Audi A4 1.8 TFSI and A6 2.0 TFSI cars in the capital city Jakarta.</span><p></p><br /><br /><h3>Seat Adds Exeo 143HP 2.0-liter Diesel Engine with Multitronic CVT Transmission to the Mix</h3><br /><br /><img style="display: block; margin: 0px auto 10px; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 645px; height: 349px;" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_FoXyvaPSnVk/TUslSkIqcVI/AAAAAAAD7-Q/FG0d50k7QGo/s800/Exeo%2BMultitronic_21.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5569586365041635666" border="0" /><br /><span style="font-family:Verdana;">The </span><span style="font-family:Verdana;">Seat Exeo</span><span style="font-family:Verdana;"> is essentially a previous generation </span><span style="font-family:Verdana;">Audi A4</span><span style="font-family:Verdana;"> with some “auto emocion” touches here and there. However, having an older platform doesn’t mean that it’s a bad car, especially when it comes with the </span><span style="font-family:Verdana;">VW</span><span style="font-family:Verdana;"> Group’s latest powerplants and transmissions. The Multitronic CVT (Continuously Variable Transmission) gearbox is one of them and now it has been paired with the 143HP 2.0-liter TDI diesel engine available on both the Exeo sedan and station wagon (ST) models.</span><p></p><br /><br /><h3>APS Brings 410HP STaSIS Engineering Tuning Kits for Audi S4 to the UK</h3><br /><br /><img style="display: block; margin: 0px auto 10px; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 645px; height: 349px;" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-LTQGx5rbIDE/TWLVIwEQhQI/AAAAAAAEA24/haPAj_pxkCk/s800/APS-Audi-S4-01.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5576253634956526850" border="0" /><br /><span style="font-family:Verdana;">APS, the UK importer of the Swiss tuning brand Sportec, has turned to North American-based VW specialist, STaSIS Engineering, for its newest project concerning the latest generation of the Audi S4. The STaSIS Signature S4 is available in two flavors, the Touring and the Challenge editions, with both featuring an engine kit that boosts the 3.0-liter supercharged V6's output from 333 bhp and 344 lb-ft of torque to a more dazzling 410 bhp and 370 lb-ft.</span><p></p>Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3872119923261644604.post-69512827262753286972011-09-18T22:46:00.000-07:002011-09-18T22:49:42.854-07:00Avus Performance Does the Audi S4<h3>Avus Performance Does the Audi S4</h3><br /><br /><img style="display: block; margin: 0px auto 10px; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 645px;" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_FoXyvaPSnVk/S_LExNNTt9I/AAAAAAAC3Kw/eJ6wllGhEJ4/s800/Audi-S4-Avus-001.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5472652846846687186" border="0" /><br /><span style="font-family:Verdana;">A new aftermarket tuning proposal for the latest Audi S4 sport sedan has been released by German tuner Avus Performance. Starting with the engine, a series of modifications and upgrades that include a custom exhaust system help bring the 3.0-liter supercharged V6's output from 333HP to 430HP.<br /></span><p></p><br /><br /><h3>New Seat Exeo Tech Models with Additional Goodies</h3><br /><br /><img style="display: block; margin: 0px auto 10px; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 645px; height: 349px;" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/_FoXyvaPSnVk/S_xDfRMdbQI/AAAAAAAC458/BszHEWAz4jY/s800/Seat-Exeo-Tech-0.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5475325451446349058" border="0" /><br /><span style="font-family:Verdana;">Seat is upgrading its Exeo (yes, that's the Spanish-ized version of the previous Audi A4) lineup in Britain with the introduction of two new trim levels called SE Tech and Sport Tech.<br /></span><p></p><p><span style="font-family:Verdana;">Available to order now with first deliveries to take place in the UK this summer, the Tech versions are said to add a total of £3,270 worth of extra equipment £3,270 for just £875 over the price of the standard SE and Sport models.<br /></span></p><p></p><br /><br /><h3>Paris Preshow: 2011 Seat Exeo with Interior Refinements, LED Tail Lights and New 7-Speed CVT</h3><br /><br /><img style="display: block; margin: 0px auto 10px; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 645px; height: 349px;" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_FoXyvaPSnVk/TKHs7QvfyRI/AAAAAAADWZU/P9LQlfzxlxM/s800/2011-Seat-Exeo-01.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5521955120983558418" border="0" /><br /><span style="font-family:Verdana;">Seat is debuting the 2011 model year versions of its Exeo sedan and ST estate at this week's Paris Auto Show. The VW Group owned company says that both models, which are based on the previous generation Audi A4, are roomier, as there is more space available to backseat passengers after redesigning the front seats and rear bench, while other updates include the introduction of a 7-speed Multitronic transmission on the 2.0 TDI CR Diesel version.<br /></span><p></p><br /><br /><h3>Audi Sells One Millionth Vehicle in China after 22yrs, Plans to Reach the Next Million within 3 years</h3><br /><br /><img style="display: block; margin: 0px auto 10px; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 645px; height: 349px;" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_FoXyvaPSnVk/TL7v3LW1-gI/AAAAAAADcQU/Zu7zTJuBpoE/s800/Audi-China-0.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5530121123677993474" border="0" /><br /><span style="font-family:Verdana;">Audi reached a new milestone on Wednesday with the sale of its one millionth vehicle in China. The car was a metallic blue Q5 crossover, which was handed over to a customer from Changchun. The German company said of the 1 million cars delivered to Chinese customers, 950,000 were produced in Changchun and the other 50,000 imported.<br /></span><p></p><p><span style="font-family:Verdana;">"This record is yet another milestone in the history of Audi in China," remarked Rupert Stadler, Chairman of the Board of Management of Audi AG. "We were the first premium brand in China 22 years ago and have been the unrivaled market leader in this segment ever since – a success story we're extremely proud of."<br /></span></p><p></p>Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3872119923261644604.post-8394518511331733442011-09-18T22:45:00.000-07:002011-09-18T22:46:01.556-07:00Stealthy Audi A4 Avant Black Arrow by AVUS Performance<img style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 590px;" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/_FoXyvaPSnVk/SvJWWZlbO-I/AAAAAAACOGk/eXR-4TQtnDA/s800/Audi-A4-Avant-Avus-0.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5400473845995617250" border="0" /><span style="font-family:Verdana;">Continuing its love affair with blacked-out Audis, German tuning boutique Avus Performance swiped the covers off its latest pumped up model, the A4 Avant Black Arrow. The car displayed here is equipped with a 2.7-liter turbo diesel engine that has been enhanced with a Stage 1 ECU upgrade boosting output from 190bhp and 295 lb/ft of torque to 230bhp and 358 lb/ft.<br /></span><p></p> <span class="fullpost"> <p><img style="margin: 0pt 0pt 10px 10px; float: right; cursor: pointer; width: 125px; height: 83px;" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_FoXyvaPSnVk/SvJWL4tA9RI/AAAAAAACOGc/KzMPTC1v38k/s200/Audi-A4-Avant-Avus-6.JPG" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5400473665370387730" border="0" /><span style="font-family:Verdana;">And if you don't own the 2.7 TDI model, no need to worry as the tuning firm said that it offers performance upgrades for the 2.0 TDI and 3.0 TDI diesel engines as well.<br /></span></p><p><span style="font-family:Verdana;">Besides the blacked out exterior and the engine massage, the Black Arrow package for the A4 Avant also includes massive 21-inch alloy wheels in a glossy black finish and a lowering suspension kit.</span></p><p><br /></p><p><img style="margin: 0pt 10px 10px 0pt; float: left; cursor: pointer; width: 186px; height: 124px;" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/_FoXyvaPSnVk/SvJV-UojaeI/AAAAAAACOGU/K_e45XoGByc/s200/Audi-A4-Avant-Avus-5.JPG" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5400473432349698530" border="0" /><img style="margin: 0pt 10px 10px 0pt; float: left; cursor: pointer; width: 186px; height: 124px;" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_FoXyvaPSnVk/SvJV-G_enhI/AAAAAAACOGM/0G9ON5htnuM/s200/Audi-A4-Avant-Avus-4.JPG" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5400473428687756818" border="0" /><img style="margin: 0pt 10px 10px 0pt; float: left; cursor: pointer; width: 186px; height: 124px;" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/_FoXyvaPSnVk/SvJV99ul9pI/AAAAAAACOGE/i9sh9qi7tWo/s200/Audi-A4-Avant-Avus-3.JPG" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5400473426201015954" border="0" /><img style="margin: 0pt 10px 10px 0pt; float: left; cursor: pointer; width: 186px; height: 124px;" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_FoXyvaPSnVk/SvJV9nC11BI/AAAAAAACOF8/yvATmiqTpQ8/s200/Audi-A4-Avant-Avus-2.JPG" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5400473420111926290" border="0" /><img style="margin: 0pt 10px 10px 0pt; float: left; cursor: pointer; width: 186px; height: 124px;" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_FoXyvaPSnVk/SvJV9oWwaYI/AAAAAAACOF0/IXybxePuMSI/s200/Audi-A4-Avant-Avus-1.JPG" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5400473420463892866" border="0" /><br /><br /></p><br /></span>Anonymousnoreply@blogger.com