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Fresh, Funky And Fun – Introducing The All-New Ford KA

The exciting new Ka, Ford’s fresh, fun and funky small car, will take centre-stage at the 2008 Paris Motor Show in October. The all-new Ford Ka brings new levels of style and enjoyment to affordable city cars. Twelve years after the original Ka was launched to great acclaim, its successor captures the same youthful

2008 Ford Escape Hybrid Recognized Among Top 10 Green Cars Praised By Kelley Blue Book’s KBB.com

Editors of Kelley Blue Book’s kbb.com today named the 2008 Ford Escape Hybrid – the cleanest and most fuel-efficient SUV on the planet – to its inaugural list of “Top 10 Green Cars.” “Rising gas prices have been particularly troublesome for drivers who’ve grown accustomed to the raised seating position and added interior flexibility of SUVs,” said Jack R. Nerad, executive editorial director and executive market analyst for Kelley Blue Book’s k

Fastest MTM Audi S3 8P with amazing 380bhp!

engine conversions up to 380 PS and with 460 Nm 19"- alloy rims „bimoto“ in diamond cut, titanium oder shiny MTM Brembo brake system (8-Piston Brembo Caliper) paint work by request (roof, front- / rear diffusor, mirror) outstanding performance specifications (0-100km/h under 5 sec) Auto Bild Sportscars, issue 08/2008: High achiever: 380hp - MTM Berlin S3 Clubsport wit 279km/h Topspeed Auto Bild Sportscars, issue 08/2008: – „Hand ans Herz“ – If a compact Audi gets by the 100 km/h in 5 seconds, someone was

Pontiac G8 Hits the Streets of Canada

Four months after the Pontiac G8 went on sale in the United States, GM Holden has expanded its G8 exports to Canada, the first time that the company has undertaken a major export program to the country. On sale now through dealers nationwide, the rear wheel drive performance sedan is available as either a V6-powered G8 model or V8-equipped G8 GT model with a host of standard features which include 18” alloy flangeless wheels, remote start, six airbags and XM Satellite Radio. The G8 sedan

Maximum performance in every discipline: The BMW M models of the year 2009.

BMW M3 with new rear end design – “competition package” for the BMW M6 Coupe – new iDrive generation for the BMW M3, BMW M5 and BMW M6. The high-performance BMW M GmbH sports cars enter the year 2009 both ideally equipped and in top shape. With specific body modifications to the BMW M3 Saloon, the introduction of the new iDrive generation for all versions of the BMW M3, the BMW M5 and the BMW M6 as well as a “competition package” for the BMW M6

2008 AC Schnitzer BMW X6

An eyecatcher at first glance - this calls for a closer look AC Schnitzer presents the new styling and performance package for the BMW X6. The new BMW X6 exerts a particular form of magnetism: not only does its chassis sit perfectly on the road, it also magically attracts attention. Now it appears there is only one place where the fascination, dynamism and presence of the first Sports Activity Coupé (SAC) can be enhanced: in the workshops of AC Schnitzer in Aachen. The result is a visual and tec

New high-performance brake upgrade for Aston Martin

Owners of Aston Martin’s DB9 can now substantially improve the stopping performance of their cars. The new Caparo high-performance brake upgrade package uses technology developed for the astonishing Caparo T1 hypercar, cutting stopping distances, reducing fade under regular heavy braking and increasing feel and consist

FC Bayern starts to new season with Audi

While many things may be new with FC Bayern München, when it comes to its “company cars” the German record champion again relies on equally sporty and comfortable support in the new season: Rupert Stadler, Chairman of the Management Board of AUDI AG, today handed over the keys to the new “company cars” to the players, coaches and management staff in Ingolstadt and wished the team a successful start to the season. AUDI AG and FC Bayern München have been “on the ball” together since the beginning of the 2002 season.

Volkswagen’s Clean Diesels Eligible For Alternative Motor Vehicle Federal Tax Credit

Volkswagen of America, Inc. today announced that buyers of the Jetta TDI sedan and SportWagen are eligible for a $1,300 Federal Income Tax Credit. The Internal Revenue Service has issued a certification letter affirming that the vehicles qualify for the Advanced Lean Burn Technology Motor Vehicle income tax credit. “The $1,300 tax credit provides an even greater value to the upcoming Jetta TDI sedan and SportWagen,” said Mark Barnes, COO, Volk

More Space, Better Versatility, Smarter Looks - Honda takes the all-new Jazz to the next level

Honda will follow-up one of the most successful models in supermini history when its all-new Jazz goes on sale this Autumn. At a time of rising fuel prices and financial instability, a range of low emission, high economy petrol engines makes the new model an attractive option for the increasing number of motorists looking to downsize. By enhancing its strongest qualities, Honda engineers have taken the innovative design and versatility of the

Double environmental honours for Citroën at WHAT CAR? GREEN AWARDS

Citroën has picked up even more accolades for its environmental credentials after winning two honours at the inaugural What Car? Green Awards. The family-friendly Grand C4 Picasso  received the ‘Green MPV of the Year’ award whilst the new executive C5 was named  ‘Green Family Car of the Year.’ These latest awards are further endorsement of the Company’s dedication to manufacturing environmentally responsible vehicles. Already in 2008 Citroën h

GM Prepares to Export Buick Enclaves to China

Discerning vehicle buyers in China are another step closer to experiencing what their U.S. counterparts have been raving about for the past year: the hot-selling Buick Enclave luxury crossover. Chinese officials visited the Lansing Delta Township Assembly Plant Thursday and Friday to observe operations in preparation for the manufacture of U.S.-built Enclaves crossovers for export to China. Pending approval, China-bound Enclaves could begin rolling off the assembly line as early as next month. Buick announced la