15 January 2009, 10:46 AM
New basic models of the MINI and MINI Clubman, new equipment package with attractive price benefit - world premiere at the International Automobile Salon in Geneva, market launch in March 2009.
Munich. The MINI Clubman provides additional ways of enjoying driving pleasure so typical of the brand. Now the capabilities of this model can be experienced in a particularly economical way. The MINI One Clubman is to be launched as the new basic model. It is powered by a 70 kW/95 bhp 4-cylinder petro
15 January 2009, 10:26 AM
Fiat India Automobile Limited turned a new leaf with the much awaited Linea winning the ‘Car of the year’ award by Autocar and ‘Midsize car of the year’ award by Autocar and Overdrive along with the Fiat 500 procuring the title of ‘Import of the year’ award by Overdrive. The Fiat cars battled the exhaustive list of parameters and were chosen as ‘the outstanding contenders’ among many other top contenders.
The Fiat Linea came out victorious among tough competitors like the New Honda City, Maru
14 January 2009, 05:39 PM
To celebrate the New Year, Mazda is introducing three new ‘Tamura’ Special Edition models based on its popular Mazda2 and Mazda6 hatchback cars. The new Tamura models will appeal to a broad range of customers and especially the young-at-heart, with their sporty styling and highly competitive pricing.
“As well as offering customers a uniquely sporty appearance on each new Tamura, we are also maintaining extremely competitive pricing for these
14 January 2009, 03:39 PM
Eco-friendly sports car makers Fisker and Tesla have had a fractious relationship in recent months, so Fisker can't have been too pleased when Tesla secured a last-minute cheap deal for a stand directly opposite its own.
Last year Tesla sued Fisker boss Henrik Fisker, who had been working for Tesla as a design consultant. Tesla alleged that Fisker had stolen design ideas- but a court found in Fisker's favour. Henrik Fisker is a former BMW designer, who styled the Z8 roadster.
Indeed, the
14 January 2009, 11:09 AM
For the first time in company history, ROUSH® Performance has a vehicle on display at the 2009 North American International Auto Show, more commonly known as the Detroit Auto Show.
ROUSH® is showing a propane F-150 and the ROUSH® Electric Vehicle (REV) in support of the Michigan Economic Development Corporation. In fact, you can even take the REV for a test drive around a 70,000-square-foot indoor track lined with more than 100 Michigan maple, pine and birch trees, waterfalls and countless flowers in full bloom.
14 January 2009, 10:41 AM
The Chevrolet Volt, an extended-range electric vehicle that delivers up to 40 miles of gasoline- and emissions-free electric driving, will use battery packs manufactured in the United States by General Motors, Chairman and CEO Rick Wagoner announced at the North American International Auto Show.
GM will establish the first lithium-ion battery pack manufacturing facility operated by a major automaker in the United States to produce the Volt's b
14 January 2009, 09:29 AM
In sync with consumers’ mindset-change toward affordable, efficient, high-quality automobiles, Mazda presents the all-new Mazda3. This redefined, reengineered, and restyled sport compact climbs atop its predecessor’s tall shoulders to deliver improved appearance and performance, fresh features, and an unmatched level of refinement.
Like all Mazdas, the new Mazda3 has the soul of a sports car, ensuring that driving enjoyment is a top priority.
14 January 2009, 09:17 AM
Blending an eye-catching and attractive new form with class-leading function, the new Fiat Qubo offers chart-topping family friendliness.
Using the highly acclaimed Grande Punto platform as a base, Qubo is aimed at drivers who want to combine versatility, space and a car-like driving experience without sacrificing i
13 January 2009, 04:27 PM
The new TECHART Aerokit I program for Porsche 911 models explicitly expresses the silhouette and details that characterize the Porsche brand. Inside, you select from high quality materials to customize your automobile for comfort and style. Outside is distinguished by the front spoiler with braking cooling ducts, front grille inserts, side skirts, mirror inserts, and headlight rings designed to accentuate your individuality. Designed in a wind tunnel, the aerodynamics are unrivaled. A roof spoiler and a choice
13 January 2009, 11:25 AM
SEAT presented an electrically-driven vehicle prototype on which the Spanish brand is currently working to Miguel Sebastián, Spanish minister for Industry, Tourism and Business. The SEAT project is an electrically-powered León Twin Drive Ecomotive vehicle equipped with a lithium-ion battery for urban circuits, connected ingeniously to an internal combustion engine for interurban trips, with optimum consumption level.
The presentation was made
13 January 2009, 10:53 AM
With superior dynamic performance on the road and outstanding traction on rough terrain, the BMW X5 has been on an unstoppable course for success for ten years. BMW presented the first generation of the all-wheel-drive five-door vehicle at the North American International Auto Show in 1999, thereby founding the segment of the Sports Activity Vehicle (SAV).
The world premiere marked the start of an unprecedented success story. Within one decade, over 845,000 units of the BMW X5 were sold. As a result of the consi
13 January 2009, 09:28 AM
As the official vehicle sponsor, Land Rover will be showcasing the new Range Rover Sport 'Stormer Edition' together with the latest line-up of vehicles at The London International Boat Show this week.
The 'Stormer Edition' is based on the entry-level Range Rover Sport TDV6 'S' but comes with additional features including 20 inch 10-spoke alloy wheels, tail-mounted rear spoiler, deep sculptured front and rear bumpers, integrated rectangular exhaust pipes, body-coloured lower body side mouldin
