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Eyecatching economy from new Audi A5 2.0 TDI

Coupé styling now combines with 53mpg-plus economy in new four-cylinder diesel-powered Audi coupé The cost of cutting a dash in the Audi A5 coupé has just been further reduced by the frugal new 53mpg A5 2.0 TDI, which is available to order now in front-wheel-drive and quattro four-wheel-drive forms priced from £28,485 OTR, and will reach its first UK customers in March 2009. Its launch also coincides with the introduction of the even more striking S line specification for all A5 models, available at a premium o

New Berlingo Dual Fuel & Nemo SensoDrive - make Citroen LCV range even greener

Citroën is building on its green light commercial vehicle (LCV) credentials with the UK launch of the new Berlingo 1.6i Dual Fuel (petrol/LPG) and the Nemo LX 1.4HDi SensoDrive vans.  This latest move comes as Citroën celebrates winning the prestigious GreenFleet LCV Manufacturer of the Year 2009 award – while the Citroën Nemo also became International Van of the Year 2009 in the last few months. Robert Handyside, Citroën’s commercial vehicle ope

Nissan Celebrates Performance Heritage With A Dozen Specialty Vehicles At 2008 SEMA Show

Nissan North America, Inc. (NNA) celebrates its 50th year of selling cars and trucks in North America in 2008 and its 10th year as an Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) participant in the Specialty Equipment Market Association (SEMA) Show with 12 highly modified Nissan vehicles built by aftermarket vehicle suppliers/customizers, as well as by Nissan’s own engineering staff. The dozen vehicles, ranging from the exotic Nissan GT-R supercar t

Coming Soon - All-New Four Cylinder Engine For 2009 Toyota Highlander

When it arrives at dealerships in mid-to-late January, Toyota's new 2.7-liter inline four-cylinder engine will help make the Highlander mid-size sport utility vehicle (SUV) one of the best in its segment in the areas of fuel economy, low emissions, performance, and value. It is expected to appeal to value-driven, mid-size SUV buyers seeking these characteristics without the price premium of a V6. The four-cylinder Highlander will be among the

Sound & Style: a Qashqai that appeals to the senses

It’s always good to celebrate a success, and Nissan has done just that with the introduction of the Qashqai Sound & Style. Marking a record-breaking run for the innovative crossover that has seen sales across Europe comfortably exceed 250,000 since its introduction last year, the new special edition provides even m

KIA Motors America Shows Off Stylized Concept Vehicles During 2008 SEMA Show

Ready to rave at the Las Vegas Convention Center, Kia Motors America (KMA) goes extreme in Sin City with its in-booth activities and tricked-out concept vehicles for the 2008 SEMA Show. Appealing to aftermarket fanatics and concept car enthusiasts alike, KMA dials in the DJ-spun tunes for a sweet showing of the following concepts: * Soul Burner, designed with a hardcore attitude meant for those who live freely and enjoy life – one of three Sou

World First - New Caterham To Be Created Online

In a world first, the next model to be produced by Caterham Cars will be created online by the public.In collaboration with Project Splitwheel (www.splitwheel.com), the manufacturer of the legendary Seven is offering every car enthusiast, irrespective of any engineering skill, design experience or mechanical ability, a dream opportunity to design an all-new sports car. To be part of automotive history, people can join ‘Project Splitwheel’ from its dedicated website, www.splitwheel.com. From here, members from

building the rhys millen racing hyundai genesis coupe

Building The Rhys Millen Racing Hyundai Genesis Coupe

In February, Rhys Millen Racing (RMR) approached Hyundai Motor America with a unique concept to introduce the all-new 2010 Hyundai Genesis Coupe to the aftermarket and racing enthusiasts prior to its spring 2009 on-sale date. The RMR-designed “Art of Speed” Genesis Coupe called for a vehicle with the visual impact to w

Opel Agila now with Automatic Transmission

Compact size and automatic transmission – two factors that can help car drivers relieve the stress of everyday big-city traffic. The Opel Agila now offers both. Only 3.74 meters long, this subcompact can easily take advantage of those spaces between parked cars most vehicles have to pass up. And, thanks to the optional four-speed automatic transmission, city drivers don’t have to wear out their leg muscles in stop-and-go traffic. The Agila Automatic has smooth shifting capability thanks to the hydro-dynamic torq

honda reveals accessory concepts for civic and ridgeline at 2008 sema show

Honda Reveals Accessory Concepts for Civic and Ridgeline at 2008 SEMA Show

More than 16 Honda project, concept, and accessorized production vehicles are on display at the 2008 Specialty Equipment Market Association's (SEMA) show in Las Vegas, American Honda Motor Co., Inc., announced today. Specially featured in the display are a 2009 Fit equipped with MUGEN accessories, the Civic Honda Factory Performance™ (HFP™) Concept and the 2009 Ridgeline Powersports Concept. "From cars to light trucks, Honda products have alwa

Mopar Unveils 2009 Mopar Drift Dodge Challenger at SEMA

Mopar®, Chrysler LLC’s global service and parts division, is bringing the all-new Dodge Challenger to the next generation of motorsports enthusiasts. Mopar will unveil the much-anticipated 2009 Mopar Drift Dodge Challenger today at the 2008 Specialty Equipment Market Association (SEMA) Show in Las Vegas. Team Mopar

dodge showcases 2009 viper-powered challenger srt10 concept

Dodge Showcases 2009 Viper-powered Challenger SRT10 Concept

Chrysler is smokin’ at SEMA. The company will showcase eight vehicles at the 2008 Specialty Equipment Market Association (SEMA) show, which runs from Nov. 4-7 in Las Vegas, Nev. Dodge Challenger SRT 10 Concept The opportunity for SRT engineering to “one-up” the modern-day pony car war comes to fruition with the 200