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Porsche to debut the Cayenne Diesel and 911 GT3 in Germany

Porsche will debut its Cayenne Diesel, the second generation of the 911 GT3, as well as the new Boxster and Cayman models, for the first time in Germany at the 19th AMI Auto Show, which will be held between March 28 and April 5. “Since the opening of our Leipzig plant in August 2002 Porsche and the Leipzig region ha

Jaguar XJ 358 - Arden AJ14 Noble Cat

Arden is expanding its exclusive range of accessories for the Jaguar XJ 358. From now on there is a modern front-end conversion and a sporty-elegant rear diffuser available. The new front look is given a sporty touch by two spoiler lips installed at the side under the fog lights, but is dominated by the LED daytime running lights shining brightly in the air inlets. These lights bracket the newly designed central stainless steel grille, which is made of the same high-grade material as the curr

All-new Honda Insight Starts Under $20,000

The all-new 2010 Honda Insight goes on-sale March 24 with a manufacturer's suggested retail price1 (MSRP) of $19,800 for the Insight LX, American Honda Motor Co., Inc., announced today. The distinctively styled, five-passenger, five-door dedicated hybrid vehicle is powered by an Integrated Motor Assist™ (IMA™) system comprised of a 1.3-liter i-VTEC® gasoline engine and a 10-kilowatt electric motor that together contribute to an EPA-estimated city/highway fuel economy rating of 40/43 miles per gallonn2. The Insig

The Ultimate Arsenal Fans’ Car – Gerald Scarfe-Designed Citroen C4 Unveiled For Teenage Cancer Trust Raffle

Arsenal manager Arsène Wenger and players, Gael Clichy and Robin van Persie joined world famous cartoonist Gerald Scarfe last week to unveil a unique Citroën C4. The ‘Ultimate Arsenal Fans’ Car’ was designed by Scarfe in consultation with the players and is being raffled in aid of Arsenal’s Charity of the Season, Teenage Cancer Trust. Citroën, Arsenal Football Club’s official car supplier, donated the stylish new C4 to the Club for the unique

Irmscher's individual touch beautify Peugeot 4007 RC Line

Irmscher presents the Version RC Line by Irmscher. The specialists for automobile tuning from Remshalden in Swabia help the vehicle to a reserved but sportingly noble elegance. Thanks to the effective broadening of the front apron with an implied underride protection and the optical highlighting of the stainless steel

TECHART Magnum – Made to perfection

Technology, quality and design form the cornerstones of over 20 years of history for the renowned car enhancement company TECHART Automobildesign from Leonberg-Hofingen. At the Geneva Auto-Salon 2009, TECHART is presenting the new generation of the Magnum, based on the Cayenne Turbo S, complete with increased performance and uncompromising comfort. Performance increase The performance package T2.2 increases the overall engine output to 680 hp (500 kW). The maximum torque increases to 900 Nm

Escape The Doom And Gloom At Race Retro, Britain’S Premiere Historic Motorsport Event

The appetite for nostalgia is booming and what better way to beat the economic blues than to inject your rose-tinted memories with a healthy splash of high octane excitement? Race Retro, the international historic motorsport show held at Stoneleigh Park, Coventry from the 13th to the 15th March, is a fantastic pulse-quickening event which proves that they don’t race or rallying them like they used to! Packed with all manner o

Volvo Launches ‘Ice White’ C70 Coupe-Convertible

Volvo's striking four-seater C70 Coupé-Convertible packs some extra appeal this spring with the introduction of the ‘Ice White’. Priced at an attractive £24,495 OTR and available to order now, the C70 Ice White features £2,350 worth of extra equipment over the standard 2.0D S model on which it is based which retails at

Mopar Puts “Muscle” on Display at 57th Detroit Autorama

Paying homage to its Mopar® brand heritage at this year’s 57th Annual Detroit Autorama trade show, hot rod and muscle car enthusiasts are in for a treat at the Chrysler LLC display, at Cobo Center in Detroit. America’s fondness for fast cars was addressed by Dodge during the “muscle car” era of the late 1960s and ea

The New Ford Fiesta SportVan

Ford of Europe is extending its SportVan collection in 2009 with the all-new Fiesta SportVan, reprising the model which launched Ford's popular SportVan range three years ago. The new Ford Fiesta SportVan delivers the individual style, practicality and efficiency of the standard Fiesta Van combined with a distinctive, sporty look and a comprehensive list of standard features for even greater comfort, safety and driving fun. Designed to stand out from the crowd, the new Fiesta SportVan inhe

Noble power SUV: Arden Range Rover AR7

Elegance, discreet sportiness and understatement have always been the characteristics of British cars. The car enhancement specialist and registered automobile manufacturer from Krefeld was unable to resist the attraction of these vehicles over 30 years ago. It has for many years been a refuge for customers wanting it to individualise their Jaguar or Range Rover and emphasize its typical characteristics. Arden’s latest development is the AR7. It is based on the Range Rover LM, which Arden comple

Arden Range Rover Sport AR6 Stronger

Elegance, discreet sportiness and understatement have always been the distinguishing features of English cars. Thirty years ago, the tuning specialist, Arden from Krefeld, couldn’t resist the appeal of these vehicles. For years, he has been the place to go for customers who wish for more emphasis on the typical characteristics, as well as a customisation of their Jaguar or Range Rover. Arden also gives the current Range Rover Sport comprehensive modifications. From the aerodynamic-kit to the per