Archive for October, 2009

Latest information: Audi A8 To Get A Facelift

Audi has worked very little to update its A8 edition. Its competitors like Mercedes Benz S class, Lexus LS and new BMW 7 series have received facelifts to move with the latest technology. Audi CEO, Rupert Stadler has now confirmed that the company is planning to upgrade the current edition and the new edition will be available in the second half of next year as the 2011 model. The company plans to reveal finer details by November this year. The latest spy shots that were released revealed the body style design for the A8 which would include the LED daytime running lights. Audi chief designer Stefan Sielaff has declared that the next gen theme would be elegance, with softer flowing lines while the third gen would be stronger, sharper and more precise. There are reports that Audi may introduce  [...]

2010 Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution MR Touring

All automotive aficionados who are eagerly waiting for Mitsubishi to announce their pricing for the 2010 Lancer Evolution MR Touring need not wait any further as Mitsubishi has announced the price structure for this model. The MR Touring standard edition will be priced at $ 40,990 plus $720 fee. This new edition will be power packed with a turbocharged engine which will generate 291 horsepower .It will also include an upgraded assortment of performance parts. The premium package would include 18 inch BBS forged alloy wheels with Yokohama tires, a six-speed Twin Clutch Sportronic Shift Transmission (TC-SST),dual clutch transmission, two-piece front brake rotors with alloy hats from Brembo.  The body is well crafted using aluminum panels for the roof hood and front fenders to keep a check  [...]

Volkswagen Plans To Launch The Next Gen Beetle

Volkswagen introduced its New Beetle over a decade back and the company has not made any significant changes in this edition but still this edition continues to enjoy strong sales. has proudly announced that they have sold more than one million Beetle cars. The company now plans to follow suit of other companies and launch their new gen car. The company proposes to debut this new car by late 2012 or early 2013. Volkswagen US Chief, Stefan Jacoby confirmed this news and stated that the company plans to design the new edition with more rear legroom and a better body style.  He added that the company plans to outsell the current model. The VW engineers are leaving no stone unturned to achieve this goal. There is not much information that has been leaked by the company except that it  [...]

Curtain Raiser: 2011 Mercedes Benz CLS

Mercedes Benz has always been a leader in the automobile segment. They were the first to commence the four door coupe rage in the automobile industry with the introduction of 2004 Mercedes Benz CLS. Recently introduced cars like 2010 Aston Martin Rapide, 2010 Porsche Panamera and Audi A7 are still following suit. Mercedes is now ready to launch a new edition of the car and it prototypes were seen being test driven on the streets of Germany. Mercedes has plans to launch the new edition by the end of 2010 and will be introduced as the 2011 model. Mercedes is all set to launch its second four door coupe which will be based on the next gen small car platform. This new edition is expected to target the premium market segment in line with the some of its more premium rivals. The test mules  [...]

Updated Information: 2010 Lexus HS 250h

Luxury car makers like Lexus are also working towards going green. They have now planned to launch the Lexus 2010 HS 250h which meets the requirement of the buyer at the same time is environment friendly. Lexus 2010 HS 250h is priced at MSRP: $34,200 - $36,970 and shares some driveline components from Toyota Prius.  It is equipped with a 2.4 liter engine which generates 147 horsepower from the Atkinson cycle engine and 40 horsepower from the Hybrid Synergy Drive electric motor i.e. a combined 187 horsepower rating. This aerodynamics offers a fuel mileage of 35 mpg in the city levels and 34 mpg on the highway according to the EPA ratings. Like most other hybrids hilly roads damage the fuel efficiency, it was seen that the 250h offered an average fuel mileage of 22 mpg on hilly terrain  [...]

Curtain Raiser: 2012 Porsche 911 Cabriolet

Porsche’s Research and Development Chief, Wolfgang Durheimer, had revealed last year that they were on their way to launch a new gen car and the finer details would be disclosed later. Now we have confirmed the news with the images of prototypes that were seen being tested on the streets of Germany.  It reveals the looks of the upcoming 998 911 Carrera Cabriolet, which is due to debut in 2011 or 2012. Wolfgang Durheimer had claimed that the new car would be much more competent, sexier and even more unique. Porsche is leaving no stone unturned to make this new edition car the ultimate choice of all car aficionados.  The new project which is termed as ‘project 911’ internally will see major changes under the hood, as well as feature a stunning body style. Images reflect clear  [...]

Sneak Preview : 2010 Infiniti FX

Infiniti is all set to enter production of its second generation FX edition. The 2010 FX edition would be available on sale from this weekend. To all those enthusiasts who have been eagerly waiting for the company to announce the pricing of the 2010 FX Crossover…. The good news is that you do not need to wait any more. The company has announced pricing of the new edition. The standard range with V6 engine powered FX35 and rear wheel drive will be priced at $42,400, while the FX35 will be priced at $43,850 and the premium FX50 edition with standard all wheel drive will be available for $58,400. The second generation model would offer options to the buyers to choose from, 5.0 liter V8 engine which would generate 390 horsepower or a 3.5 liter V6 engine which would generate 303 horsepower. Infiniti  [...]

Sneak Preview: 2010 Suzuki Kizashi

Suzuki is all set to launch a new sedan which will be known as ‘Kizashi’. Kizashi which means ‘something great is coming’ sounds like a new bike edition. The Kizashi will come with a flashy brush stroke script used by the name plate badge. It seems Suzuki is striving hard to make their name above mid size sedans. Kizashi does not bear any resemblance to any of its predecessor however, it follows the footsteps of Toyota Camry. It will feature a different aura in the automobile segment with a place between compact and mid size cars in the US market. Kizashi is 183 inches long which is just a few inches longer than the compact cars like Toyota Corolla, VW Jetta, and Mazda 3 and other mid size sedan. It is known that it will have a wheelbase at 106 inches which is several inches longer  [...]

2011 Camaro Convertible Plans To Debut Very Soon

There has been a rising demand for the muscle car and Camaro is known to be a clear winner if the retail scores are concerned.  Camaro, Mustang and Challenger are all working towards getting back the retro modern form. GM is all set to expand the Camaro appeal by launching its convertible edition car which will make them prominent winners in the automobile industry.  Chevy has plans to debut the convertible edition by March 2011. In a recent web chat this week Brent Dewar, Vice President of Chevrolet announced that they had offered a sneak peak to their dealers this week and would launch the convertible edition very soon. He added Chevy Camaro Z28 is not officially ready for production though the company is very excited to do it. There were earlier reports that GM had decided to  [...]

Preview Of The Toyota Subaru Sports Coupe

It was rumored last April that Toyota and Subaru would collaborate on the development of a new affordable sports car. This news has now been confirmed with the unveiling of the 2009 Toyota FT-86 Concept. It has been known that Subaru is all set to develop its own exclusive version of the car. The sketches that have been floated by an insider confirms that Subaru’s version of the new rear wheel drive sports car will be completely different from the one designed by Toyota. Subaru is still facing the burns of the last year’s recession and does not have sufficient funds to start with the production of the new sports car project. Subaru is facing another point of worry is that they have been always promoting the benefits of its symmetrical all wheel drive system and now shifting to rear  [...]

Upcoming 2011 Ford Fiesta In Los Angeles Auto Show

Los Angeles Auto Show in December will witness a revival of European styled Ford Fiesta hatchback. Ford has confirmed the news and has already started the Fiesta Movement. They have received an excellent response from auto fans; more than 50,000 people have expressed their desire out of which 97% of them do not drive Ford. The 2011 Ford Fiesta is set to arrive in the US next summers and will feature a 1.6 liter four cylinder gasoline engine with twin independent variable valve timing. This would make the Fiesta the most happening non hybrid car on offer in the US. Ford is expected to offer additional options such as Sync communication and entertainment interface with a high degree of technological connectivity. This feature has gained accolades in the Focus sedan. The 2011 Ford Fiesta  [...]

Sneak Preview: 2010 Hyundai Accent

The Accent is one of the smallest models in Hyundai’s line up. It is the least expensive Hyundai model but does not compromise on either style or features. It is available as a four door sedan or a three door hatchback. The new 2010 edition is available as a new ultra efficient Blue model. The new edition is well crafted by the Hyundai engineers as an eco friendly edition which offers improved fuel economy and lower emissions in comparison to its competitors. The engineers have designed the new edition so artistically that it offers an improved efficiency of up to 9% i.e. almost 36 mpg on highway and 31mpg combined which is much better than the Honda Fit and Nissan Versa. The 2010 Hyundai Accent is compiled with features which aim at reducing fuel consumption such as lower friction  [...]

Information On The 2010 Honda Accord Crosstour

The automobile market has experienced a new concept in cars with the introduction of 2010 Honda Accord Crosstour. This new edition is a perfect blend of crossover, wagon, hatchback, and sedan. Honda has unveiled the cars interiors on a popular network site. The sketches reveal that this edition is well designed with a lot of interior space well configured for cargo and passenger seating just like any other crossover. The front seats bear resemblance of the sedan characteristics. The Interiors are well designed in accordance to the Honda brand. The controls on the interior panel are well teamed with premium materials selection including leather upholstery and wooden trims which signifies a luxury vehicle. The top down cut away view offers a perfect glimpse of the spacious interiors. From  [...]

Update: 2011 Mercedes Benz S Class Coupe

Like most automakers Mercedes is also all set to revamp its earlier models. They have already started the trend by offering an update on the CLK which has been replaced by the 2010 E Class Coupe. Mercedes is all set to phase out the CL name with the introduction of new editions. It is been rumored that the new edition will be known as the S class coupe and will come in the 2011. The current C 216 CL edition of Mercedes which was launched in 2006 is now getting ready with its updated version. The prototype of this updated version has already been noticed on the streets of Germany. The new edition boasts of a new headlight design and LED lights along with an upright grille which is highlighted with a single chrome bar. The rear end features a new bumper design and different shape exhaust tip  [...]