Audi’s hottest hatch ever is almost ready and we have the best pictures yet of how the brand-new RS3 flagship will look.
Spied testing at the famous Nurburgring race circuit in Germany, the mule captured in the pictures is wearing an S3 Sportback shell, but don’t let this fool you, underneath, the RS version is a different beast altogether.
As well as Audi’s trademark Quattro four-wheel-drive system, it is expected that the RS3 will get a modified version of the same 2.5-litre, five-cylinder turbocharged engine found in the TT RS. As a result the RS3 will have no shortage of power, with over 330bhp and 450Nm of torque. The result of this will be a 0-60mph time of less than five seconds.
Mated to an S-tronic gearbox, the RS3 will also get a host of exterior additions over the S3, including a body kit, bonnet air-intakes and twin exhausts.
Expect Audi to unveil its new hot hatch in Paris this September. Expect a starting pricetag of around £38,000 too. For more details click here.
Thanks to: Auto Express
Spied: 2011 Audi RS3
Hot News: BMW X4??
The success of the BMW X6 has raised the possibility of an X4 at BMW, Autocar has learned.
The giant sports-coupe/off-roader has been an unexpected success for the firm since it was launched in 2008. BMW has sold 80,000 units worldwide since its launch, which is double its initial predictions.
A BMW source revealed to Autocar that a smaller car in the same mould as the X6, likely to take the X4 name, was under consideration, but it had yet to be given the green light for production.
"We haven't made any firm decision," said our source, "however, the X6's success shows there is a continued demand for sporty off-roaders."
The X4 could be spun off the new X3's platform; that car is set to be launched later this year. It's styling could draw influence from 2001's X Coupe concept, as well as the X6.
BMW has created several niche products over the past few years, including the recently-launched X1 and 5-series GT models. The BMW Concept Gran Coupe from the Beijing motor show is tipped to be launched in 2012 as the 8-series.
Thanks to: Autocar
Hot News Up Date: Opel/Vauxhall City Car
The design of Vauxhall/Opel’s new city car will be signed off within the next six to eight weeks ahead of it going on-sale towards the end of 2012.
This is according to Nick Reilly, the boss of General Motors Europe. Reilly told Autocar that he believes his experience in conceiving, building and selling small cars will allow the car to be profitable in what is traditionally a difficult market segment to make money in.
“The whole cost chain, from development through to marketing, has to change in order to hit worthwhile profit targets with small car,” he said. “Not every rival of ours has this experience.
“There is a segment in which wealthier and younger car buyers don’t associate status with the size of the car. They want a good-looking car and are interested in technology and environmental factors such as CO2, or features such as an iPod connector.
“This segment has great potential – and there are not a great deal of rivals that are successfully exploiting it. That’s the reason why we are working intensively on such a project.”
Reilly said the pricing of the car, which will be designed and built in Europe, would reflect the positioning of the Opel brand in relation to its rivals. Although he wouldn’t be drawn on exact pricing, Reilly said it would cost more the cheapest Corsa but less than the most expensive Corsa.
It has been conceived a four-seater, but a five-seat variant is under consideration. Initial sales will be for the three-door model, with a five-door variant set to follow. It is shorter than a Corsa.
Reilly described the car as “setting new interior standards”. Engines will mainly be four-cylinder units, all equipped with a stop-start system, although three-cylinder engines are also under consideration. Reilly ruled out fitting the car with a two-cylinder engine, but an electric version will be launched.
“Such as car would suit electric drive,” said Reilly. “With pure electric drive, it becomes easier the smaller the car because you don’t need such big battery as in larger cars. Electric drive won’t likely be available at first – but it’ll come as soon as it is possible.
Thanks to: Autocar
Spied: 2012 BMW 5-Series Hybrid
The hybrid version of the BMW 5-series has been spied testing.
BMW’s first hybrid saloon will come with a straight-six petrol engine and be able to run on electric power alone.
A concept version of the car, the Active Hybrid 5-series, was unveiled at this year's Geneva motor show, and the production model is expected to go on sale next year.
The concept was fitted with a 40kW/52bhp electric motor sandwiched between the engine and the eight-speed automatic transmission.
The car is said to improve fuel consumption and reduce CO2 emissions by 10 per cent compared with a conventional six-cylinder 5-series.
It can also tailor the performance of the hybrid system by using the sat-nav to predict obstacles such as hills, corners and traffic obstructions that could affect the battery life.
By doing this, the car can charge the battery during the journey and then turn off the engine before it reaches its destination, finishing the trip on electric power alone.
BMW says this technique extends the electric-only range by up to 30 per cent.
Thanks to: Autocar
Porsche 911, The Living Legend
When one thinks of Porsche cars, it is usually the Porsche 911 series that comes to one’s mind. The Porsche 911, the most popular and enduring model of the Porsche cars is a sports car. Since its introduction in 1963 by Porsche AG of Stuttgart, Germany, it has undergone continuous change and development.
The Porsche-designed Volkswagen Beetle served as the basic model for the design and production of the Porsche 911. Beetle was not a success and so, Mr. Porsche and his son, using parts from Beetle developed the 365 Roadster, a sports car. The 365 Roadster was a success and it gave way to the Porsche 911.
The Porsche 911 was actually launched as 901 in 1963 but had to change the name to 911 as another company had copyright on all three digit car models with a zero in the middle. Mr. Porsche himself had designed the body of the car. It had air cooled and rear placed six-cylinder engine and could go up to 60 mph in 8.3 seconds. It was a great success.
The Porsche 911, from the time of its inception, has been modified both by private teams and by the factory itself to meet the needs of automotive competitions like races or rallies.
Some of the popular variants of Porsche 911 are:
- Porsche 911 classic (from 1964 to 1989)
- Porsche 964 (from 1989 to 1993)
- Porsche 993 (from 1993 to 1998)
- Porsche 996 (1999 to 2004)
- Porsche 997 (from 2004 onwards)
The rear engined Porsche 911 is famous for its distinctive and durable design. The whale tail and the round headlights of most of the Porsche 911 models serve as the distinguishing styling cues of Porsche. This distinctive design is still adorned by most of the Porsche lovers. The Porsche 911 is a living legend.
2010 Hartge BMW Z4 Silver Aerodynamic Kits
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Li-Nian Consep Dan Penjualan Honda Di Cina
In addition, Dongfeng Honda will introduce their own brands, so that both Honda and Dongfeng Honda Guangqi will have their own merekter that will strengthen the position of the Honda group in the Chinese market.
Li-Nian Consep Dan Penjualan Honda Di Cina
In addition, Dongfeng Honda will introduce their own brands, so that both Honda and Dongfeng Honda Guangqi will have their own merekter that will strengthen the position of the Honda group in the Chinese market.
Honda Jazz Akan DI Recall Semua,Benarkah?
Jonfis states, the withdrawal of the entire world does not usually done. "Usually not," he said. That's because car production is not concentrated in one place.
Therefore Jonfis states, has been ascertained by Indonesia was not affected by the recall or withdrawal. "Since the production of Indonesia and different suppliers," said Jonfis.
However Jonfis asking consumers not to panic the first rush. "If there is more information, we'll tell you," he said.
Honda Jazz Akan DI Recall Semua,Benarkah?
Jonfis states, the withdrawal of the entire world does not usually done. "Usually not," he said. That's because car production is not concentrated in one place.
Therefore Jonfis states, has been ascertained by Indonesia was not affected by the recall or withdrawal. "Since the production of Indonesia and different suppliers," said Jonfis.
However Jonfis asking consumers not to panic the first rush. "If there is more information, we'll tell you," he said.
Dongfeng Kembaran Hummer Dari Cina
Failed to buy Hummer from General Motors (GM) does not prevent the Chinese to be able to make vehicles such as giant SUVs. The proof is in the hands of the company Dongfeng, China able to trace a typical military.Wow Hummer H1!
"Hummer" was made at the Dongfeng currently being exhibited at the Beijing Motor Show 2010 event. With army camouflage-patterned blue screen, you will probably smile when he saw it.
Although cursory H1-like shape, but in the perfection of detail Dongfeng Hummer away from the artificial quality of GM. Even that looks funny is the use of white-walled tires are nothing but the hand paint. (SMN)
Dongfeng Kembaran Hummer Dari Cina
Failed to buy Hummer from General Motors (GM) does not prevent the Chinese to be able to make vehicles such as giant SUVs. The proof is in the hands of the company Dongfeng, China able to trace a typical military.Wow Hummer H1!
"Hummer" was made at the Dongfeng currently being exhibited at the Beijing Motor Show 2010 event. With army camouflage-patterned blue screen, you will probably smile when he saw it.
Although cursory H1-like shape, but in the perfection of detail Dongfeng Hummer away from the artificial quality of GM. Even that looks funny is the use of white-walled tires are nothing but the hand paint. (SMN)
NEW YAMAHA MIO 125CC XEON
Even a special site about 125 cc Yamaha Xeon already appeared on the official site of Yamaha.
And what about this Xeon motor specs? Well, this time to give clarity specifications detikOto scooter Yamaha Mio Yamaha Mio 125 cc or 125 cc.
As quoted from the official site of Yamaha, Wednesday (04/28/2010) Yamaha 125 Xeon adopt cooled liquid that serves to control the temperature so the temperature at Yamaha claimed the engine remains stable.
Yamaha Xeon compression pressure is higher and more maximum power. But not explained whether the compression is higher than its competitors or scooter variants lower class below him.
For that detikOto try to compare with the Yamaha Mio Soul. As a comparison, 113.7 cc Yamaha Mio Soul, or variants of Yamaha's scooter highest current compression is 8.8: 1 with a maximum of 8.9 ps energy in 8000
rpm. While torque is 7.84 Nm at 7000 rpm. But if Yamaha claims 125 cc Yamaha Xeon higher, means it can be imagined how much compression Xeon Yamaha 125 cc.
In addition Xeon Yamaha 125 cc Cylinder DiASil also adopted a working quickly to keep the engine in order not to wear and machine condition remains stable.
Cylinder DiASil technology can also maintain long-lasting Forged Piston. Technology DiASil Forged Piston Cylinder and also immersed in Jupiter MX 135 cc.
Yamaha Throttle sensor pin on the Xeon 125 cc, so in addition to fuel economy, acceleration is also better because it fit with the opening of the carburetor, and RPMs.
While for the exhaust, 125 cc Yamaha Xeon contain elements of sportiness. Where pinned protective heat shock and the use of catalysts which function to reduce excessive exhaust emissions. Given that Yamaha claims 125 cc Xeon very friendly environment.
While the watchlist detikOto some time ago, the body size of 125 cc Yamaha Xeon is not far different from the big body of Suzuki SkyDrive almost the same alias. And for a fancy, Xeon also uses the cover of dusk light handlebar.
Add curious huh? Patiently waiting on the game later on Friday, April 30, 2010.
NEW YAMAHA MIO 125CC XEON
The presence or familiarly called Xeon Yamaha Yamaha Mio 125 cc in Indonesia has been increasingly felt.Even a special site about 125 cc Yamaha Xeon already appeared on the official site of Yamaha.And what about this Xeon motor specs? Well, this time to give clarity specifications detikOto scooter Yamaha Mio Yamaha Mio 125 cc or 125 cc.As quoted from the official site of Yamaha, Wednesday (04/28/
Pemesan Porsche 918 Spyder Sudah Mencapai 900 Lebih
"I believe in the near future will be collected in 1000 buyers," Wolfgang said on the sidelines of the Beijing Motor Show, Sunday (25 / 4). "We need serious buyers in 1000 to run the business," he continued.
Porsche 918 Spyder Hybrid was first introduced at the Geneva Motor Show last month. Manufacturing is headquartered in Stuttgart, Germany believes the presence of 918 Spyder hybrid sales will double the number of sports cars to be 150,000 units per year.
"We are very optimistic able to expand our position in the sports car segment," he said.
Own Porsche hopes to sell 10,000 units in China, the country's third largest after the United States and Germany Porsche absorber, this year. This raised the target from last year which only reached 9900 units.
To achieve that goal, Porsche has scheduled an official stance on the network 50 from 27 in the year 2012 which is currently owned network. (SMN)
Pemesan Porsche 918 Spyder Sudah Mencapai 900 Lebih
"I believe in the near future will be collected in 1000 buyers," Wolfgang said on the sidelines of the Beijing Motor Show, Sunday (25 / 4). "We need serious buyers in 1000 to run the business," he continued.
Porsche 918 Spyder Hybrid was first introduced at the Geneva Motor Show last month. Manufacturing is headquartered in Stuttgart, Germany believes the presence of 918 Spyder hybrid sales will double the number of sports cars to be 150,000 units per year.
"We are very optimistic able to expand our position in the sports car segment," he said.
Own Porsche hopes to sell 10,000 units in China, the country's third largest after the United States and Germany Porsche absorber, this year. This raised the target from last year which only reached 9900 units.
To achieve that goal, Porsche has scheduled an official stance on the network 50 from 27 in the year 2012 which is currently owned network. (SMN)
Jok SUV Termahal Terbuat dari Kulit Penis
Even more surprising, the skin to bind all guaranteed seats Dartz Prombron fine because the fish originating from the penis paus.Crazy!
In addition, Dartz Prombron also layering with kevlar body parts so that the claimed anti-bullet-and even be able to withstand rocket attacks "this chair is made of genuine leather whale penis.,""We were inspired by a bar stool at the Christina O yacht of Aristotle Onassis's playboy leather made from the tip of the penis whale,"
continued the source, who declined to be named. "Some people thought we were crazy because of this, but we think we have to make luxury cars in total."
Dartz Prombron which weighs four tons of rounds of the V8 engine capable of producing 450 hp power.
The plan, Dartz Prombron in 2012 will be sold only to consumers in Latin America.
Jok SUV Termahal Terbuat dari Kulit Penis
Even more surprising, the skin to bind all guaranteed seats Dartz Prombron fine because the fish originating from the penis paus.Crazy!
In addition, Dartz Prombron also layering with kevlar body parts so that the claimed anti-bullet-and even be able to withstand rocket attacks "this chair is made of genuine leather whale penis.,""We were inspired by a bar stool at the Christina O yacht of Aristotle Onassis's playboy leather made from the tip of the penis whale,"
continued the source, who declined to be named. "Some people thought we were crazy because of this, but we think we have to make luxury cars in total."
Dartz Prombron which weighs four tons of rounds of the V8 engine capable of producing 450 hp power.
The plan, Dartz Prombron in 2012 will be sold only to consumers in Latin America.
New Audi Cars Concept
The company is headquartered in Ingolstadt, Germany and has been a wholly-owned (99.55%) subsidiary of the Volkswagen Group (Volkswagen AG) since 1964. Volkswagen Group relaunched the Audi brand with the 1965 introduction of the Audi 60 range. Shortly thereafter the name was acquired as part of Volkswagen's purchase of the Auto Union assets from former owner, Daimler-Benz.
The company name is based on the surname of the founder August Horch, the name itself an English cognate with the English word "hark", meaning listen — which when translated into Latin, becomes Audi.
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Hot News: TVR to Make Comeback
Nikolai Smolenski, the Russian oligarch who owns TVR, has revealed plans to revive the marque with a new Corvette-engined model to be produced in Germany.
The cars are likely to be built by Gullwing, which currently makes the AC MkVI, the successor to the AC Cobra. Alan Lubinsky, AC’s owner, said discussions to make TVRs are under way, but no deal has been concluded as yet.
Smolenski bought TVR from its long-time owner, the late Peter Wheeler, in 2004 for a rumoured £15 million, but was unable to sustain production and the company collapsed in 2006 amid considerable acrimony, leaving around 250 workers without jobs.
Smolenski has been linked with secret plans to show a new prototype TVR at Goodwood’s Moving Motor Show in July.
In an exclusive interview with Autocar, Smolenski revealed that his new car will have a modified version of the traditional steel backbone chassis and all-independent suspension that were used for all previous TVR models.
There is no question of reviving TVR’s own-design V8 or straight six engines, Smolenski said, due to homologation and cost reasons.
“We looked at every engine available — including making our own — and decided that the Corvette was the most powerful off-the-shelf design going. Fitting it to our chassis allows us to meet all current regulations and is not too big a step.”
In the longer term, the revived TVR company plans a hybrid concept, said Smolenski. “I always wanted an automatic model,” he said, “but the chassis wouldn’t allow either a regular auto or an automated manual. The hybrid concept would allow us to kick out the conventional gearbox completely.”
The first new-generation TVRs will be convertibles, reminiscent of the Tuscan, because Smolenski believes that most customers prefer open-top cars. It is too early to forecast names or prices, he said, but a new car “shouldn’t cost any more” than the European price of an equivalent Corvette.
Thanks to: Autocar
New Car: 2011 Ford Fiesta S1600
Ford is celebrating its pocket rocket pedigree with a limited edition, high performance edition of the Fiesta called the S1600. Following in the footsteps of mighty fast fiestas of the past, like the XR2i and the RS. Thanks to: Auto Express
The S1600 certainly looks the part, with plenty of exterior changes over the Zetec S on which it’s based, including a full body kit with a new front bumper, chunky side skirts and downforce supplied via a rear diffuser and large rear spoiler.
No fast ford would be complete without the now obligatory contrasting blue and white racing stripes, and this model will also get a 17-inch white alloys, so it will certainly stand out from the crowd.
The S1600 is based on the Zetec-S, and carries over the same 1.6-litre, 118bhp Duratec petrol engine, or the 95bhp Duratorq TDCi diesel option. Customers after a power hike, can take advantage of a 20bhp engine upgrade package being offered by Mountune, the same firm that can transform the Focus RS into a power crazed RS500.
To hot up the interior, Ford has added heated, leather sports seats, a leather trimmed steering wheel and gear knob. Plus Motorsport-branded floor mats and scuff plates.
Only 650 of these special feisty Fiestas are being created, and they are available to order now priced from £16,645 OTR.For more details click here.
Spied: 2011 Opel/Vauxhall Astra GSI
It’s full speed ahead at Vauxhall! Still fresh from its launch late last year, the new Astra isn’t exactly looking dated, but the wraps are already off the sporty GSI model, which was caught testing undisguised in Germany.
The GSI will be semi-hot hatch to whet our appetites before the arrival of the full-blooded VXR model next year. From the pictures you can clearly see the tweaked front end and twin exhausts, while the car sits several centimetres lower to the ground than the standard model.
This version will get a 2.0-litre twin-turbo four-pot putting out 190bhp. That should mean than it will beat the old GSI’s 143mph top speed and improve on the 0-62 time of 8.2 seconds.For more details click here.
Thanks to: Auto Express
Spied: 2013 Ford Ranger
Could this be the all-new Ford Ranger? The American company has been tight lipped about what will replace the Ranger when its production run ends in 2011, but these spy-shots taken today reveal that a new pick-up truck is definitely in the pipeline.
Underneath the camouflage, the newcomer looks very similar to the double cab model on currently sale, but with wider, more pronounced rear arches, and a more sloping bonnet.
As part of Ford’s new global development strategy, designed to save costs, this next generation mdel will all be built on the same ‘T6’ global platform, which will make it longer and wider than the current machine.
It is expected that the 3.0-litre TDCI duratorq diesel engine from the top-spec Wildtrak edition will be carried over to the new model, which puts out 153bhp.For more details click here.
Thanks to: Auto Express
New Concept Car: Alfa Romeo - Zagato TZ3 Corsa
It's a Corsa – but not as we know it! This is the TZ3 Corsa, which is Zagato’s birthday present to Alfa Romeo. The Italian coachbuilder designed the incredible machine to mark the latter’s 100th anniversary. It honours the racing partnership between the two companies over the past century, and is based on Alfa’s 8C Competizione supercar. But the newcomer’s bespoke bodyis even more spectacular. The covers were pulled from the TZ3 Corsa at the exclusive Villa D’Este Concours D’Elegance event on the shores of Lake Como, Italy. It features a carbon fibre tubular chassis, coupled with a tubular frame and a hand-made lightweight aluminium bodyshell. It’s possible to make out some of the cues from the 8C in the head-turning shape, although the two models are completely different at the rear, where the roofline has been extended in the pursuit of better aerodynamics. The TZ3 Corsa weighs only 850kg, and is powered by a 4.2-litre dry sump V8 engine – which offers several different settings that can be adjusted by the driver. It delivers 420bhp to the rear wheels through a six-speed sequential gearbox. As a result, Zagato claims 0-62mph in less than 3.5 seconds, while top speed is in excess of 185mph. For more details click here. Thanks to: Auto Express
Hot News: Infiniti CUV to Use Mercedes A-Class Platform?
Mercedes-Benz powertrain technology may work its way into future Infinitis, but it appears at least one Daimler-engineered platform may wind up underpinning a new Infiniti compact crossover designed expressly for the European market.
L'Automobile suggests the crossover could ride on the same underpinnings as Mercedes-Benz's A- and B-Class vehicles. We wouldn't be too surprised to see Infiniti tap Daimler for a four-cylinder engine for the Euro-only model, although it could also look to parent Nissan for a thrifty engine. Thus far, the only platform sharing announced as part of the Alliance has involved small cars. It's more than likely that the next-generation Smart ForTwo, ForFour, and the Renault Twingo will ultimately share a common architecture.
If the DX comes to fruition, it'll be a sign that Nissan is finally getting serious about marketing the Infiniti brand in Europe. The brand recently began installing turbo-diesel V-6 engines into its Euro-spec EX and FX crossovers, and will do the same when it launches the new M abroad. Infiniti also revealed it was likely to launch a premium compact car, which would compete against the BMW 1 Series, Lexus CT200h, and Audi A3.
That car is still a few years away, but don't be too surprised if it incorporates a few components or designs that originated in Germany.
Hot News: Peugeot and Citroen to Get Mitsubishi RVR in 2012
Mitsubishi’s compact Outlander Sport will go the same route as its larger Outlander brethren and head to Europe as rebadged Citroens and Peugeots in early 2012.
The move mirrors the original collaboration agreement between Mitsubishi and Peugeot-Citroen on the Outlander SUV from a few years ago. Known as the Citroen C-Crosser and Peugeot 4007, these badge-engineered Outlanders feature slightly modified bodywork and rather distinct Citroen and Peugeot front grilles. With the Outlander Sport, or ASX as it will be called on European soil, we can expect much of the same, although the currently unnamed Citroen and Peugeot variations will be equipped with its own corporate 1.6-liter diesel engine. The Euro-spec Outlander Sport will come with the choice of a 1.6-liter gasoline engine or an all-new 1.8-liter diesel of its own; U.S. models will, of course, get a gas-powered, 2.0-liter inline-four.
For both companies, the cooperation was a natural step. Citroen-Peugeot eyes opportunity within a market segment that is expected to expand globally by almost 60 percent by 2015. For Mitsubishi, presenting the French automaker group with the keys to its newest compact ‘ute helps to bolster volume and production. Peugeot-Citroen is projecting a combined sales of 50,000 vehicles per year when both models are released.
The Outlander Sport, or RVR as it is known in its home market, has already been released in Japan. Its U.S. arrival date is pegged at Fall 2010 while European models are expected sometime in the middle of this year.
In addition to the Outlander and Outlander Sport, Mitsubishi’s i-MiEV city car is being rebadged as the Citroen C-Zero and Peugeot iOn for the European market, starting later this year.
Thanks to: Motor Trend
New Abarth 500 - Test Drive
New Abarth 500 - Test Drive © David Villarreal Fernández
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