06 March 2012, 06:31 PM
Rolls-Royce has announced Phantom Saloon, Phantom Drophead Coupe, Phantom Coupe and Extended Wheelbase models at the 2012 Geneva Motor Show.
“From launch in 2003, the Rolls-Royce Phantom established itself as the benchmark in automotive luxury, a reputation it has held ever since. “These cars are timeless in their appeal, but technology moves rapidly and we cannot afford to stand still.” said Torsten Müller-Ötvös, CEO of Rolls-Royce Motor Cars
06 March 2012, 06:14 PM
What happens when you cross mad lunacy with refinement and sensibility? Obviously and epic lovechild that has the best of both worlds. In our case that's the VW Polo BlueGT (no, it's not a sad GTI). It's a super fun 140 PS Polo that has the looks and feel of a GTI and the metabolism of a BlueMotion. Today, on a stand at the Geneva Motor Show and within months, on to the European roads.
A system described as "ACT cylinder deactivation" is at the core of the BlueGT ideology. The second and third
06 March 2012, 06:13 PM
Here's a preview of Ford's new Fiesta ST. It's at Geneva at the moment with plans to go on sale in the UK early next year. It has been four years since the last Fiesta ST and recently the fan base has started feeling uneasy. Now everyone can calm down as this little fellow here is meet their needs.
A four year gap between the two models can only mean one thing: massive improvements in terms of performance. The numbers speak for themselves - 180PS 1.6-litre EcoBoost, 240Nm of torque, 0-62mph in
06 March 2012, 06:04 PM
2012 Toyota FT-Bh Concept is making its debut at the 2012 Geneva Motor Show and will showcase its ultra-light body, weighing less than 800kg. This demonstrates what can be achieved in terms of fuel consumption and CO2 emissions in an affordable family supermini. Due to the exclusive low weight, the aerodynamic design and the highly efficient powertrain, the FT-Bh Concept can achieve average 134.5mpg fuel consumption and 49g/km CO2 emissions. Toyota’s aim was to achieve the best possible fuel economy and emissions.
06 March 2012, 05:23 PM
2012 Italdesign Giugiaro up! azzurra sailing team is a newborn vehicle at Volkswagen, conceived and designed by two exceptionl names in the international car design world: Giorgetto Giugiaro and Walter de Silva. 2012 Italdesign Giugiaro up! azzurra sailing team carries a Mediterranean soul, because both designers grew up in this environment. And as you can see the design is all about the feeling, which leaves one with the “sunshine in the hair”.
The prototype is an open, small, eco-friendly vehicle, which is pe
06 March 2012, 04:55 PM
2012 Italdesign Giugiaro Brivido is designed to offer supercar performance, as well as respect for the environment. In it has been used the most advanced technologies and innovations. Of course the four-seat hybrid prototype has just made its world debut at the 2012 Geneva Motor Show. More importantly it develops a maximum speed of 275 km/h and accelerates from 0 to 100 km/h for just 5.8 seconds. The super vehicle was designed and engineered in the Italdesign Giugiaro plant at Moncalieri (Turin)
06 March 2012, 04:10 PM
Infiniti has revealed at the 82nd Geneva Motor Show its first ever mid-engined sports car concept called the Emerg-E. In addition, Infiniti confirmed the limited production of 200 units of the 420PS FX Sebastian Vettel version for Europe and Middle East markets.
The sports car concept makes its debut at the Geneva Motor Show 2012. It is highly advanced automobile that provides an exciting glimpse into Infiniti’s future. It features exciting new technologies that the brand will adopt in i
06 March 2012, 03:36 PM
The new 2012 Ferrari F12berlinetta is exhibited at the 82nd Geneva International Motor Show. The sports car is presented alongside the Ferrari California Handling Speciale.
The F12berlinetta is displayed on the stand in two new colours, Rosso Berlinetta and Aluminium. It is the most powerful and high-performance road-going Ferrari ever.
It is powered by a 6.3 liter 65° V12 engine with 740PS (544 kW) and 690Nm (509 lb-ft). 0-100 km/h – 3.1 seconds and 0-200 km/h in 8.5 seconds. The top spee
06 March 2012, 01:09 PM
There it is! The Lamborghini Aventador J – J as in FIA's ‘Appendix J' regarding the tech spec of race cars. Hope you like wildlife in your hair as this Geneva participant doesn't really make any use of a roof. Or a windshield for that matter. Why would it? It's a 700 bhp open top. Isn't that enough?
Unsurprisingly, the J is based on the Aventador LP 700-4 - An AWD layout with a 6.5-litre 700bhp V12 engine. Imagine the wind resistance one is going to experience on their face whilst closing in on
06 March 2012, 10:59 AM
Bentley brand is offering a vision of the future with its all new concept SUV: 2012 Bentley EXP 9 F SUV Concept. The vehicle will be showcased at the Geneva International Salon. It is a representation of company’s new take on the Grand Touring Bentley. The new all-wheel drive SUV combines a spacious, versatile cabin an
06 March 2012, 10:21 AM
One of the leaders in the automotive world Mercedes-Benz, will make a world debut of its all-new refreshed and remastered 2012 Mercedes-Benz A-Class at the Geneva Motor (8 to 18 March 2012). The model is so significantly remade that no one could possibly think that this is a previous A-Class. In addition to innovative
06 March 2012, 05:07 AM
Hamann, have a few treats for us awaiting at the Geneva Auto Show. There, we'll see their idea of a BMW M5 and also this – the Hamann Hawk AMG SLS Roadster. It's a hardcore matte-red lacquered open top SLS. Their recipe for it rather common – add some aerodynamic bits, squeeze the engine for more power, make it sound better, big wheels and an interior, more luxurious than a honeymoon suite. The end result is brilliant.
Straight to the point, power is now 636 BHP with maximum torque being 680 Nm
