Five years after the presentation of the compact Sports Activity Vehicle (SAV), the 500 000th BMW X3 is leaving the assembly line. The production anniversary marks a further milestone in the triumphant international success story of the agile all-wheel model. Thanks to its agile handling characteristics, the BMW X3 has not only set a trend but has also set benchmarks. Its remarkable popularity is reflected in numerous awards and an outstanding position in the market conquered by the BMW X3 (...)
The 2010 Audi A7 will be a luxury four-door coupe place between the A6 and the A8 that will compete with models like Mercedes CLS, as well as the forthcoming BMW 8-Series. Audi promises that the future A7 will be a combination of luxury, style and performance. It will feature the second-generation of Audi's MMI cabin control system and high quality interior. The A7 will be offered with six engines: a trio of V6 diesels, including an all-new 3.0-litre twin-turbocharged unit, as well as V6 (...)
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For 2009, the Saturn Aura midsize sport sedan demonstrates that fuel efficiency-minded customers don’t have to sacrifice uplevel amenities such as a six-speed automatic transmission, leather seating, alloy wheels and Bluetooth hands-free phone connectivity, as a new 2.4L four-cylinder Aura XR model joins the Saturn family. Saturn also has good news for those seeking to go further on a gallon of gas: Both Aura XE and XR four-cylinder models achieve EPA fuel economy of 33 mpg (...)
The sporty CLC will go on sale in Europe later this month at a price of €28,000 (around $43,360). The company launched a new campaign for the CLC in Europe called: "What car do you drive when you're dreaming?" (Well, I am dreaming, so maybe a Maybach Exelero, but not the CLC for sure!). "The CLC is a vehicle that appeals to the emotions, particularly to young people's desire to own a car that has a great performance and is a lot of fun to drive. Alongside a classic marketing campaign, (...)
The Audi S4 is ready for the market launch, and this latest spy shots prove that we are right. The S4, sedan version, will make its world debut this autumn at the Paris Auto Show. The station wagon version will be launched at a later date, and the first prototypes are also on testings. The V8 engine was dropped and replaced by a 3.0 liter V6 TFSI-engine, both turbo and direct injection, that delivers around 330 hp (there are rumors also saying there will be a 350 hp version.) The engine (...)
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Autoweek.nl
Mercedes has confirmed that the next generations A-Class and B-Class will feature a new design and will adopt conventional engines: a new four-cylinder petrol and diesel engines that will make the car cheaper to build. The future models will compete with models like Audi A3 and BMW 1-series and will go on sale at around £16,500 in the UK. The company is also working on a new MPV, set to replace today's B-class, that is expected to be of a similar size to the Volkswagen Touran and offer (...)
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AutoCar
Grupul german Daimler a ales Ungaria pentru noua fabrică Mercedez-Benz, unde va investi 800 de milioane de euro, în condiţiile în care pe lista posibilelor amplasamente din Europa de Est se aflau România şi Polonia, a anunţat miercuri compania. Noua uzină va susţine extinderea gamei de automobile compacte de la două la patru modele şi va crea 2.500 de locuri de muncă, se arată într-un comunicat al Daimler. Fabrica de la Kecskemét, oraş situat la circa 80 de kilometri de Budapesta, va produce noua (...)
The most powerful version of the sporty TT is ready to be launched. The TT-RS will make its official debut this autumn at the Paris Auto Show. This latest spy shots were taken at the Nurburgring, where the latest version of the TT-RS was making the final testings. The TT-RS will be powered by twin-turbo version of the current 3.2L V6 engine or a brand new five-cylinder turbo unit with output between 340 and 365 hp. Sales will begin in the summer of 2009. (...)
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Auto Motor Und Sport
Next generation Renault Megane will make its world debut in autumn at the Paris Motor Show, but until then, the company unveiled the first official image with the occasion of 10 years of "Renault Technocentre". The future Megane will have a sporty look inspired by the new Laguna, but also by the Renault Megane Concept. It will be offered in both three and five doors and will compete with models like Ford Focus and Volkswagen Golf. Stay tuned, more details will follow. (...)
GM a dezvaluit "numele finale" pentru Corvette ZR1: un pret de $103,300, sprintul 0-100 km/h in 3.4 secunde, 0-160 km/h in 7 secunde, o viteza maxima de 330 km/h. Cu aceste performante, ZR1 devine cea mai rapida Corvette produsa vreodata. Corvette ZR1 este propulsat de un motor LS9 V8 de 6.2 litri care dezvolta o putere de 620 Cp si un cuplu de 807 NM. Raportul putere/greutate este mai bun ca in cazul lui Porsche 911 GT2, a lui Ferrari 599 si chiar a lui Lamborghini LP640. ZR1 va intra (...)
Viitoarea generatie Renault Megane isi va face debutul mondial in toamna la salonul auto de la Paris, insa pana atunci compania a publicat prima fotografie oficiala cu ocazia implinirii a 10 ani de activitate a "Renault Technocentre". Viitorul Megane are un aspect sportiv inspirat de noua generatie Laguna, dar si de conceptul Renault Megane. Modelul va fi oferit in variantele cu 3 si 5 usi, si va concura cu modele precum Ford Focus si Volkswagen Golf. Noul Megane va intra in vanzare la (...)
A very lucky guy had the chance to see filming some scenes from the upcoming Transformers 2 movie just near his house. And here are a few of the images he took. You can have a better look of the Camaro Bumblebee that features some changes for the second series Transformers. .
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As you know, Jay Leno is the first owner of the 2008 Dodge Challenger SRT8. You know have the chance to see him driving his brand new SRT8. .
Volvo announced pricing for its 2009 model year lineup today. The announcement continues to illustrate the tremendous value across the Swedish automotive manufacturer's entire line of cars, wagons and SUVs. The 2009 Volvo vehicle line has undergone many enhancements to its model mix with significant standard-content increases to the S40, V50 and S60. Other highlights include the addition of the new R-Design variants of the C30, S40, V50 and XC90. Later in 2008 Volvo will announce pricing (...)
The other days there were rumors saying that the future generation Golf will not come to the North American market, but today Volkswagen of America said it is proceeding with plans to launch the next-generation Golf hatchback in the U.S. in fall 2009. Volkswagen of America spokesman Steve Keyes said: "We are currently planning the new Golf VI and GTI introduction for the fall of next year. The estimated volumes are already included in our 2009 financials." Golf VI will make its world (...)
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Inside Line
Ford has partnered with the “Band From TV", to create the Ford Flex Rally, a scavenger hunt-style charity challenge in greater Los Angeles that allows 10 celebrity teams to put the new 2009 Ford Flex and its interactive technologies through its paces. The event is scheduled for June 21 and will be hosted by “Band From TV.” The event will feature a host of stars from TV, film and music, each of whom will ride in a Flex and attempt to answer a series of clues giving them directions to (...)
ROUSH will unveil the RTC Mustang this weekend at the National Mustang Show in Dublin, OH. The car features: ROUSH 4 Piece Aero body Kit (Front Fascia, Front Chin Spoiler, Hood Scoop, and Rear Wing), Lower Valance Fog Lamps, High Flow Nine Bar Grille, Two-Tone Paint, ROUSH 20-Inch Forged Chrome Wheels with High Performance Tires. The ROUSH RTC Package will be priced at $13,375.00. Options include: Chrome ROUSHcharger (430 hp / 400 lb-ft) $6,250.00, Vent Pod w/ Boost Gauge (ROUSHcharger (...)
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Autoblog
Initial rumors said the future Skoda SUV will be launched in July at the London Motor Show, but Skoda denied those rumors: "Nonsense. This is the year of the Superb," said Skoda spokesman Jaroslav Cerny, referring to the automaker's launch this summer of its new flagship car. He also said the SUV will be launched next year, but would not specify a time. The car will likely be called the Yeti, the name of both concept cars earlier shown by the Czech automaker. "I think we will stay with (...)
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Automotive News
Chrysler announced today that it is pricing its full-size 4x4 sport-utility vehicle (SUV) hybrid electric vehicles nearly $8,000 below the competition. The manufacturer’s suggested retail price (MSRP) for the new 2009 Dodge Durango HEMI Hybrid is $45,340, including $800 for destination. The MSRP for the new 2009 Chrysler Aspen HEMI Hybrid is $45,570, including $800 for destination. Additionally, customers are expected to receive an estimated tax credit of $1,800. “The new 2009 (...)
Honda is working on a new competitor for the successful Toyota Prius. Smaller than a Civic and with a unique five-door hatchback style will go on sale in America in the first half of 2009. It might revive the Insight name when it goes on sale. The 'new Insight' will adapt and repackage the Civic Hybrid's IMA (Integrated Motor Assist) front-drive powertrain and first appear in public in concept form at this October's Paris Auto Salon, ahead of its full official launch at the Detroit auto (...)
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AutoObserver
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