Thursday, August 7, 2008

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Kia VG Luxury Sedan Spied in Desert
This unknown vehicle was first caught on the streets of Korea last month but has since been identified as Kia's new luxury sedan, code named VG.
08.07.2008 10:00 PM ... view
Kia Sorento Spy Photos in the Desert
In pursuit of more car-like feel and performance, the Sorento will abandon its current body-on-chassis configuration in favor of a unibody platform that will also be shared by the Hyundai Veracruz.
08.07.2008 9:00 PM ... view
Last MINI Cabrio is Produced
In total, 164,000 MINI Cabrio models were produced with 79,500 Cooper Cabrios and around 56,500 Cooper S Cabrio (and John Cooper Works versions) units. The remainder were MINI One Cabrio models.
08.07.2008 8:00 PM ... view
Bang & Olufsen Adds Mercedes-AMG as New Partner
Danish high end audio and visual equipment maker Bang & Olufsen is adding Mercedes-AMG, the performance division of Mercedes-Benz Cars, to it's list of automotive clients which include Audi and the recently announced Aston Martin.
08.07.2008 7:00 PM ... view
All New Suzuki Alto Revealed
Positioned as Suzuki's new global car, the Alto will be produced at Maruti Suzuki India's Manesar plant, and sold mainly in Europe but also in India and other countries.
08.07.2008 6:00 PM ... view
Aston Martin and Mercedes Planning Cooperation?
Speaking with engineers and insiders, the secret partnership code named, Project Alligator, puts Mercedes powertrains such as diesel and hybrid technology plus Mercedes' 8-speed automatic transmission flowing towards Aston models.
08.07.2008 5:00 PM ... view
Lorinser Shows Mercedes GLK Design Study Sketches
Lorinser states a decision to move forward on this GLK design study has not been confirmed yet. So depending on the response, it could be back to the drawing board.
08.07.2008 4:00 PM ... view
Pininfarina CEO Dies in Road Accident
Andrea Pininarina, CEO of Italian car design and manufacturing firm, Pininfarina, died this Thursday morning in a road accident while riding his motorcycle to Pininfarina's design and r&d center.
08.07.2008 3:30 PM ... view
Infiniti Announces G37 Convertible, G37 Sedan and G37x AWD for 2009 (US)
The G37 Convertible makes its public debut in Los Angeles this November with sales starting in the first quarter of 2009.
08.07.2008 12:00 AM ... view
Porsche No. 1 to Show up at Pebble Beach
Celebrating its 60th anniversary, Porsche is finally showing the historic 'Porsche No. 1' at this years Pebble Beach Concours d'Elegance on August 14.
08.06.2008 11:00 PM ... view
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Wednesday, August 6, 2008

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Nissan Previews All-Around 'Collision Free' Prototype Technology
Nissan has put together a driver's assistance technology sandwich which ultimately aims for "collision free" driving.
08.06.2008 10:00 PM ... view
New Chevrolet Beat Spy Photos
Here it is, the long awaited little car from Chevrolet, the Beat. Even if it's camouflaged with a sack in both front and rear, this is the first time we can see the Beat prototype from all angles.
08.06.2008 9:00 PM ... view
New 2011 Porsche Cayenne Spied Low Riding
With the Porsche Cayenne hybrid expected to arriver in 2009, the new generation will follow in late 2010.
08.06.2008 8:00 PM ... view
New Opel Meriva Engine and Interior Spied
Previous images of the next generation Opel Meriva revealed the grille and headlamp shapes, but these latest shots are the best so far showing the engine and interior for the first time.
08.06.2008 7:00 PM ... view
Nissan Eco Pedal Pushes Back for 2009
Nissan plans to introduce the ECO Pedal in 2009. Based on Nissan's internal research, the ECO Pedal could help drivers improve fuel efficiency by 5-10%, depending on driving conditions.
08.06.2008 6:00 PM ... view
Nissan Breakthrough: Doubles Fuel Cell Power Density
Nissan is making serious developments with a new fuel cell stack with double the power density of the previous generation stack.
08.06.2008 5:00 PM ... view
Mercedes E-Class Spy Photos Give Another Glimpse at Display Screen
Just out of view is the new steering column mounted gear shift lever which no longer occupies the center console. Ironic, since BMW moved the gear shift lever from the steering column back down to the center console in the new 7-Series.
08.06.2008 4:00 PM ... view
Nissan Previews All-Electric and Hybrid Electric Prototypes
Nissan has unveiled today first details of its all-electric and hybrid electric prototype vehicles, both incorporating breakthrough technologies.
08.06.2008 2:31 PM ... view
AC Schnitzer X5 Falcon
Called the Falcon, it gets its name from the front and rear wheel arch flairs or lovingly referred to as broad "wings".
08.06.2008 1:00 AM ... view
New Pagani Zonda F Spy Photos
Up front, this next-generation Zonda F will get an all-new front clip. In back, the rear quarter panels have been re-sculpted to allow for significantly increased airflow. The rear diffuser has also been redesigned...
08.05.2008 11:44 PM ... view
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Tuesday, August 5, 2008

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VW Releases New Golf VI Initial Details
VW states first sales will begin in Europe this October with Africa, Asia, Australia and North America following in succession. The entry price for the German market is around 16,500 Euros.
08.05.2008 9:47 PM ... view
Yet More Jaguar XK and XK-R Facelift Spy Photos
A long way from Jag USA headquarters in Mahway, New Jersey, this prototype was caught by photographers in the US desert performing hot weather testing.
08.05.2008 8:00 PM ... view
VIDEO: Maserati GranTurismo S Styling Details
Any self respecting car enthusiast that believes the GranTurismo is truly an unattractive cars is either delusional or has another agenda.
08.05.2008 7:00 PM ... view
Mercedes S 63 AMG Facelift Spy Photos in US Desert
The S63 and S65 AMG models should retain their current powertrains, but may receive a few technology updates. The S-Class facelift is due for unveiling in 2009.
08.05.2008 6:00 PM ... view
BMW ALPINA D3 Bi-Turbo Coupe Achieves 50mpg (UK)
Alpina has taken the 2.0-liter twin turbo diesel from BMW's 123d model, tweaked it to produce 10 more horsepower and stuck it in their E92 3-Series Coupe.
08.05.2008 5:00 PM ... view
Local Motors Selects First Design Concept to be Built
Self proclaimed as the next generation American car company, Massachusetts based Local Motors has announced design student Sangho Kim's Rally Fighter concept will be the first Local Motors Design Concept to be built.
08.05.2008 4:00 PM ... view
Drive The New Lotus Evora On Playstation3
Although no official word yet, rumours put the Lotus Evora in the upcoming downloadable update for Gran Turismo 5 Prologue.
08.05.2008 3:00 PM ... view
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Monday, August 4, 2008

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Pforzheim Transportation & Design Summer Show 2008
Twice a year an exhibition is held showcasing design projects from graduating masters and diploma students, as well as work from students in earlier semesters of the course.
08.04.2008 9:05 PM ... view
New 2010 Chevrolet MPV Spy Photos
GM will be introducing an all-new 'people mover' for the 2010 model year. As dictated by UAW contracts, the Delta-based MPV will be built at GM's Hamtramck, Michigan, plant alongside such future vehicles as the Chevrolet Volt and...
08.04.2008 7:00 PM ... view
BMW PAS Latest Spy Photos in American Desert
Once again spy photographers have stumbled across the new 5-series-based BMW Progressive Activity Sedan (PAS), also known as V-Series or RFK, in the American desert and showing frameless doors for the first time.
08.04.2008 5:32 PM ... view
Toyota Unveils 'Winglet' Personal Robot Range
Toyota aims to have its Partner Robots in practical use in the early 2010s by furthering its robotic development and strengthening collaboration between industry, government and academia.
08.04.2008 4:00 PM ... view
OFFICIAL: Boxster S Porsche Design Edition 2 and the Cayman S Sport Revealed
Available in dealerships in early September, both Cayman and Boxster special editions finally break the 300 bhp mark with the 3.4liter flat six producing 8 bhp more for a total of 303 bhp (223 kW) via a new sports exhaust.
08.04.2008 3:15 PM ... view
Tata Nano First Photos in Assembly Line
Sources state, Tata has set a deadline for key vendors, particularly those setup in the adjacent Singur vendor park, to start producing components by August 15 and deliver them within the first week of September.
08.04.2008 3:00 PM ... view
New VW Golf VI Photos Leaked
The Golf VI will have three and five door version, a rumoured cabriolet version and of course the GTI which may get a glass roof. A new TFSI engine, 1.6-litre, is also said to be on the plans, generating about 200 bhp...
08.04.2008 11:26 AM ... view
Citroën 2CV, 60 Years Old, Is Recreated On New Project
The French designer David Portela hopes Citroën builds a new version of its popular small car.
08.04.2008 1:00 AM ... view
RENDERED: Check The New VW Robust Pick-Up Truck
Argentinean designer, Jorge L. Fernandez, gives his opinion on what the pick-up truck will be like.
08.04.2008 12:00 AM ... view
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Friday, August 1, 2008

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Audi USA Announces A4 Sedan and Avant Pricing
For comparison, in Germany the base A4 Avant with 1.8T starts at €30,500 which in USD is $47,500 using today's EUR/USD exchange rate.
08.01.2008 9:21 PM ... view
Mercedes Receives 10,000 Orders for New GLK-Class in Western Europe
Despite receding SUV sales in North America, Mercedes is boasting about 10,000 Western European orders for a GLK-Class by the end of July.
08.01.2008 8:16 PM ... view
Rendered: Mercedes SLR Speedster
Following the Roadster and 722 variants, Mercedes McLaren are giving it one more try with the SLR Speedster to hopefully stimulate SLR sales which never met expectation.
08.01.2008 4:47 PM ... view
Edo Competition LP710/2 Lamborghini
Never content, the quest for more power has brought the Edo team back to the LP 640 with successful results.
08.01.2008 3:32 PM ... view
Bugatti Veyron 16.4 Grand Sport Roadster Revealed
The very first build slot for this new car, to be built in Spring 2009, will be auctioned the next day at the renown Gooding auction at the Equestrian Center at Pebble Beach.
08.01.2008 2:04 PM ... view
Mercedes SLC Gullwing Spied with Wing Door Open
We've just caught the first shots of the rumoured Merc SLC Gullwing, with one of the doors wide open!
08.01.2008 1:43 PM ... view
New Ford Ka Web Reveal
Following the leaked images from a few days ago, Ford has decided not to tell us anything new in their issued press release.
08.01.2008 1:42 PM ... view
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