Audi A1 Air Vents Teaser

February 5, 2010
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To fire up the teaser-driven marketing campaign for the Audi A1, a new video has been released giving us a glimpse of the design of the upcoming small car.

In the video, A1 interior designer Ivo van Hulten describes his designing process, “We first concentrated on this horizontal dash panel, but then we had the idea that it might look good if we made it like an aircraft wing with the engines suspended from it.”

“Of course, we’re building a car and not an aeroplane.  So we didn’t want to imitate the engines too closely.”

“We kept on changing the size and position until we were absolutely satisfied, and the air vents were…

BMW Vision EfficientDynamics Concept Confirmed For 2013

February 4, 2010
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A recent report states that BMW will be developing the production version of the Vision EfficientDynamics Concept. And if that pushes through, the vehicle will be launched in 2013.

The BMW Vision EfficientDynamics Concept is a plug-in hybrid with a three-cylinder turbo-diesel engine and two electric motors. Boasting 262 kW (356 horsepower) and 800 Nm (590 lb-ft) of torque, the 2+2 coupe accelerates from 0-62 mph in 4.8 seconds before topping out at an electronically limited 155 mph. Despite this impressive performance, the concept consumes just 3.76 liters/100km (equal to 62.6 mpg) while emitting 99 grams of CO2 per kilometer.

Carrying the same hybrid powertrain as the concept car, the production model…

Infiniti Launches Limited Edition FX for European Market

February 4, 2010
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Infiniti will have to step it up a notch to be able to be felt and seen in the roads of London, Paris or Rome. And Infiniti will just do that with their introduction of a more exclusive version of the FX crossover.

Only a hundred FX Limited Edition models will be produced fro the Western Europe, and eighteen of those will be bound for the United Kingdom. The vehicles will also be individually numbered. The number makes the Infiniti FX Limited Edition unconventionally rare pieces for a volume manufacturer. A package that includes interior and exterior upgrades, however, will be available for both the FX37S and FX50S models.

The Infiniti FX…

Volvo 2L Gasoline Turbocharged Direct Injection Engine

February 2, 2010
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Volvo has revealed its new 2.0 liter GTDi (Gasoline Turbocharged Direct Injection) four-cylinder engine for the S80, V70 and XC60.

The engine has been equipped with a turbocharger, direct injection and twin variable camshafts to be able to offer a unique combination of low fuel consumption, low emissions and high performance across a wide rev range. It is also outfitted with the world’s first exhaust manifold and integrated turbine system made of sheet steel. While this sound pretty boring, Volvo says “The sheet (steel) is lighter and more compact and, above all, this system generates less heat owing to its extra insulating layer. This allows high gas flow temperature and thus…

VW To Introduce R GmBH Performance Group In Geneva

February 2, 2010
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Volkswagen has announced that they will be setting up a new performance-oriented division for the company. The announcement was made at a European driving event for the Volkswagen Golf R.

Planned to compete with similar divisions at other automakers, an unnamed executive told Inside Line, “BMW has its M, Mercedes has AMG, and our sibling Audi has Quattro. This new R division will be our Quattro.”

R GmbH, a limited liability company, will be set up inside the Volkswagen factory in Wolfsburg, Germany.  In addition to representing the sportiest models in the VW range, it will be an expanded version of the VW Individual programme, which currently offers sporty add-on accessories and…

Honda’s New Solar Hydrogen Station: Now At Your Service

February 1, 2010
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Honda has just announced the launch of a new at-home hydrogen fueling station. The station is developed to help speed along the acceptance of hydrogen-powered vehicles. Offering a possible glimpse into the future of zero-emissions motoring, the Honda Solar Hydrogen Station is capable of running off solar and standard grid power.

The Solar Hydrogen Station is developed at the company’s Los Angeles R&D center. The new fueling center could help in the expansion of hydrogen fuel-cell vehicle.

Today, hydrogen is only available at a handful of fueling stations, with most concentrated in southern California. This fact has forced many automakers to conduct most fuel-cell research in California – as well as limited…

2011 Porsche 991 with LED Rear Lights Spied

February 1, 2010
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With the 2011 Porsche 991 coming all together, the automaker has started stripping the camouflage from the redesigned 911(codenamed 998 or 991).

Wearing production head and tail lights, it’s pretty obvious that new 911 will feature a front end with amber-colored LED turn signals and white LED daytime running lights. The rear appears to also have LED tail lights that look similar to the current 997.5 generation.

In terms of styling, the evolutionary design theme continues to reign supreme. Despite this, the headlights are shapelier, there are Panamera-styled door mirrors, a revised rear windshield wiper, and wider rear wheel haunches. If our eyes aren’t deceiving us, the mule also looks a tad…

Spyker Trading Suspended Ahead of Pending Announcement

February 1, 2010
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Trading in shares of Spyker Cars on the Amsterdam Stock Exchange was suspended in advance of a pending announcement regarding Spyker’s attempt of buying off Saab. The stakes were frozen at €3.91, an 82% increase since trading ended last Friday.

Backed up by the Russian bank Convers Group, Spyker has been hammering a deal with General Motors to purchase Saab. The latest offer is believed to be valued at $550 million in cash and stock. Recent rumors also suggest that a Spyker vehicle has been delivered to the Saab museum in Sweden.

A source close to the deal said that the deal has almost been completed but the trading will be suspended…

Porsche’s Most Fuel Efficient: Next-Gen Cayenne Hybrid

February 1, 2010
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Porsche’s Cayenne has never been known for its fuel economy. But Porsche is now considering of changing that with the next generation of the sporting SUV. The next iteration Cayenne family will include a hybrid model, which pledges to be the most efficient model in Porsche’s lineup.

The next-gen Porsche Cayenne Hybrid will come with a 325 horsepower 3.0 liter supercharged V6 paired to a 38kW electric motor. With both engines, the vehicle comes with power totaling to 375 hp.

According to Autocar, the Cayenne Hybrid will return up to 34.5 mpg and emits just 193 g/km C02. That’s 5mpg better than the base model Cayman, not bad for a vehicle that…

Whitacre Named as New GM CEO

February 1, 2010
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Ed Whitacre has just accepted the position as the new CEO of General Motors, according to the company.  And already, the man has set goals for the company. Included in his list of goals for the company is repaying $5.7 billion in loans from the US and Canadian governments by June, an initial public offering, and the continued divestment of non-core brands.

The sexagenarian said in a press conference that his decision to accept an offer from the board to turn his interim-CEO role into a continuing career was to help General Motors become more durable.

Whitacre took over for former CEO Fritz Henderson in December; he became GM’s third CEO in…

Brabus’ GL 63 Biturbo Boasts 650hp

February 1, 2010
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Last month, German tuners Brabus launched their version of the Mercedes-Benz GL-Class at the Dubai Motor Show. The Brabus GL 63 Biturbo has been fitted with the Mercedes eight cylinder engine from the ML 63 AMG. The engine though has been re-tuned to produce 650 horsepower and up to 850 Nm of torque.

The engine is mated to a modified version of the Speedshift 7G-Tronic automatic transmission and permanent four-wheel drive which enables the vehicle to sprint from 0 to 100 mph in just 4.7 seconds. The Brabus GL 63 also includes a customized and more responsive twin turbo system, large water-to-air intercooler, with other upgrades to the intake and exhaust,…

2010 Mazda6/ Atenza Facelift Details Released

February 1, 2010
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Mazda has announced that the facelifted version of the 2010 Mazda Atenza will immediately begin its sales in Japan. The Mazda Atenza however will appear at the Geneva Motor Show as the 2010 Mazda6.

The engines for the Mazda6/Atenza will include a new, more efficient petrol 2.0 liter DISI1 unit replacing the current 2.0 liter engine. The MZR 1.8- and 2.5-liter petrol engines have also been updated. The MZR-CD 2.2 liter turbo diesel which is capable of 127 to 178 horsepower has modifications to make it more efficient and clean. All the engines options will be offered in Europe; however the MZR 1.8-liter will not be sold n Japan.

The mid-size car…

Bugatti Veyron with Matching Transport Truck for Sale

February 1, 2010
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Look at what Jameslist has found for the die-hard Bugatti fans out there: a 2007 Bugatti Veyron that comes with its own transport truck.

The previously-owned light blue 2007 Bugatti Veyron has 7,728 kilometers on the odometer and is priced at €895,000 (about $1,264,815 US dollars). While that’s normal enough, the Veyron also comes with something truly unique - a matching Mercedes Atego car transporter. Decked out in a matching paint scheme, the Atego comes with Bugatti logos and a huge ramp for easy loading.

The engine and other performance specs have not been disclosed, nevertheless, a Bugatti still is a Bugatti. So if you have the cash to burn, you will…