02 December 2008, 09:22 AM
It is a common assumption that the smaller the car, the more vulnerable driver and passengers are in an accident. The new Toyota iQ - the world's smallest four-seat production model – is proof this need not be the case, providing an unprecedented level of active and passive safety protection for an A-segment model.
From its basic framework to a 360-degree array of airbags, iQ goes further than any car in its class to ensure the safety of everyone on board should an accident happen. More than
01 December 2008, 03:10 PM
Fiat has just extended its popular Bravo mid-size hatchback range with the introduction of a more powerful yet more economical and lower emissions engine, demonstrating the Group’s commitment to the production of increasingly environmentally-friendly cars.
The 5-door Bravo range will now benefit from a new 165 bhp 2.0 MultiJet unit which features a diesel particulate filter (DPF) and is type-approved to Euro 5 standards, ahead of the 2009 dea
01 December 2008, 11:38 AM
Nissan Motor Co., Ltd. announced the release of the all-new, fully redesigned Fairlady Z sports car, which goes on sale today at Nissan dealers nationwide. In the nearly 40 years since the first-generation S30 model debuted in 1969, the Fairlady Z has earned a reputation as one of the most desirable sports cars in the world, with approximately 1.7 million units in global sales to date.
The latest Fairlady Z, while embodying the first generation's signature "Z-ness" in terms of high performanc
01 December 2008, 11:02 AM
On the occasion of the Essen Motorshow, Jeroen Bleekemolen was honoured for his superior title win of the Porsche Mobil1 Supercup. At the Porsche Centre Essen, the 27-year-old Dutchman received a new Porsche 911 Carrera as the prize for winning the world’s fastest international one-make series. The 345 hp sports car from Zuffenhausen is finished in carrarawhite to resemble the VIP car of the 2008 Supercup season. Many prominent guest drivers of Dr. Ing. h.c. F. Porsche AG contested selected roun
01 December 2008, 09:18 AM
Most manufacturers’ cars have grown heavier as the years have gone by. This isn’t true of Audi. Quite the opposite: more than ten years ago the Audi A8 and the Audi A2, with their aluminum bodies, put a stop to this never-ending spiral of increased weight. Since then, Audi has developed this pioneering weight-saving technology more and more. Today ASF (Audi Space Frame), as it is now known, is used for four Audi models: the TT, TT Roadster, R8 an
28 November 2008, 06:20 PM
The driving pleasure and individual style that are MINI’s signatures have been tapped to create the next-generation MINI Convertible. With its evolutionary design and increased functionality, specially tuned suspension, powerful, efficient engines and enhanced safety technology, the latest version of the four-seat convertible raises the bar.
New color choices and equipment features add up to endless options for personalization. The premium materials and finishes enhance the MINI Convertible –
28 November 2008, 05:37 PM
Volvo Car Thailand presented the Volvo C30 1.8F (Flexifuel, E85) and Thailand's first and only locally produced Flexifuel car the Volvo S80 2.5FT at Bangkok Racing Circuit 26th November. The Minister of Energy, Dr. Wannarat Charnnukul, and the CEO's of PTT, BCP, Mitr Phol, PetroGreen and the Ethanol Producers Associati
28 November 2008, 02:30 PM
Jaguar is joining forces with the RSA* to celebrate the work of some of the world's leading designs at the 2008 Royal Designers for Industry Awards**. The partnership is a natural fit for the brand following critical acclaim of Jaguar's stunning new design language developed under Design Director, Ian Callum. Both the XK sports car and the award winning XF make a definitive statement – design at the very heart of Jaguar's philosophy to build beau
28 November 2008, 02:01 PM
The Vauxhall Corsa has been voted Britain’s Training Car of the Year for a fourth consecutive time, polling nearly half of all the votes cast by driving instructors and road safety professionals who read adiNEWS.
A total of 43.9 per cent of adiNEWS’s readers voted for the Corsa, with both instructors and pupils lovi
28 November 2008, 12:06 PM
GM Holden’s VE SS Ute has claimed the 2008 Drive Car of the Year’s Best Ute Award for the second year running. The ute won the award for its car-like driving dynamics, high-performing engine and competitive pricing.
Throughout the judging process, the SS ute was put through its paces during six days of non-stop test
28 November 2008, 11:43 AM
BMW will bring an acclaimed new generation 3.0-litre diesel engine to Australia in 2009. Deliveries of the new BMW 330d Sedan are expected to commence in the second quarter. The 330d uses a new generation all aluminium high output turbocharged 180 kW six-cylinder engine that develops a substantial 520 Nm of torque.
Peak power is delivered at 4,000 rpm and peak torque is available between 1,750 and 3,000 rpm. The 330d will be available only wit
28 November 2008, 11:12 AM
Audi will be the exclusive automotive sponsor and exhibitor of innovative design for the third year running at the leading global forum for high-end design in Miami. Design Miami/ will take place from December 2 through 5. This event is a highlight in the world of design.
During the same week, Audi will participate for the first time at Art Basel Miami Beach, a key U.S. art show. Audi will thus sponsor the two most important events for contemp
