The new Audi A1 will cater to the likes of upmarket compact cars viz. the Mini Cooper. The new Audi edition will be available in various different variants just like Mini.

Audi has plans to launch the A1 in the regular three door and five door hatchback models in the initial phase. They would later move towards designing a classy convertible and a compact MPV.

The latest images that were captured reveal the shape of the grille and LED detailing in the headlights. It is expected that this edition would be equipped with a range of 1.2 liter to 1.6 liter in displacement and would generate an approximate output of 200 horsepower. There are rumors that Audi will unveil a hybrid edition also at the earliest.

Audi CEO, Rupert Stadler has confirmed on many occasions that the company plans to augment its brands line up to 40 models by 2015 and also enhance its production facilities. To make their plans into a reality, Audi has already invested € 200 million in its Brussels plant to start production of the new A1 range. With all the new technology that has been used it will now be able to produce an approximate 120,000 units annually.

To increase its sales and make them self known in the premium car segment, they have decided to launch A1 in America also.  With its launch in America it would offer tough competition to Mercedes Benz and BMW.

The designers have well crafted this new edition with impressive front fascia and minimalist design. The overall configuration is very close to the concept design except for small changes like addition of tailpipe and removal of the rear roof spoiler which has been replaced by an antenna in its place.

The Opel Meriva has a striking body style. The front door ‘s handle and the overall design of the door and rubber strips indicate the modern changes with the elimination of  the old concept of the rear opening doors. The prototypes illustrate the changes done in the rear windows and rear hatch with angular upsweep before the C-pillar.  The tail light was not very clear but it is definite that they will well define the large and stylistic unit.

General Motors new Meriva is expected to be launched early next year while it will be available for sale in Europe only by the end of the year.

The company has been tight lipped about their debut but it is presumed that this version will make its debut around late 2011as a 2012 model. There are speculations whether the new model will feature a folding roof top or will be of the soft variant like the SLR roadster. The SLS AMG hard top would weigh around 3571 pounds while the roadster variant would weigh an approximate 3800 pounds. The heavy weight could be a hindrance in the performance for the hard roof type variant.

This new edition will feature a 6.2 liter V8 engine which would generate 571 horsepower and 479 pound feet of torque. It would also be equipped with a seven speed dual clutch transmission mounted on the rear axle.

The new edition which would be one of the most exciting offerings of the next couple of years would be priced at an approximate $257,332 for the Gullwing coupe in Germany while the roadster edition would be slightly priced with a higher tag.

The company also plans to launch an electric car in the next couple of years; however there is not much official details that have been disclosed by the company.

We will update our readers with more first hand information at the earliest.

There is news that the company will mark the end of production for Mk VI by December 2011. The new revamped edition will feature a higher powertrain and a smooth performance.

There are rumors that the company is planning to go Green and will carry this theme to the 2012 Volkswagen Golf Mk VII line up also. There are reports that the company might experiment with the possibility of alternating fuels and implement a much broader range of drivetrains.

VW has recently unveiled its new plug in Hybrid powertrain called as the Twin Drive. It is expected that this power rain will feature in the 2012 Volkswagen Golf Mk VII Edition.

There were many rumors about its mechanical aspects, it is expected that this version would be equipped with 5.0 liter V10 engine and which would approximately produce 500 to 550 horsepower. It is expected that this sturdy model would sprint at a top speed of 218 mph.   This Lexus edition will also feature other important standard features such as six piston brake calipers with carbon ceramic discs, titanium mufflers and run flat Bridgestone tires. It would also be equipped with six speed automatic gearbox.

The most important thing about this model is that it will be produced in limited numbers (approximately 500 units) which means it would add exclusivity as an important feature. All auto fans that like to be different from the other and do not wish to buy old antiques can choose from this Lexus model. It is presumed that this model will be available worldwide and out of the total production, the company will produce only 350 left hand drive which adds to the exclusivity factor. It is expected that the Lexus LF-A would be priced at an approximate $200,000.

There are talks about the company releasing the hybrid version also, however the exact details about the batteries and their handling is not yet clear.

Earlier records mention that Lexus had described about their idea of producing such a car with would have a top speed of 200mph. If the company fulfills their word there is no doubt that the company would receive exemplary response irrespective of the global economic conditions.

The new Golf R edition would feature a 2.0 liter TSI four cylinder engine which would generate 265 horsepower and a maximum torque of 258 pound feet. It would sprint from zero to 60 mph in 6.5 seconds at a top speed of 155mph. This model is teamed with 6 speed manual transmission and it offers a good fuel mileage of 27.7 mpg.

Body style:

The Volkswagen 2010 Golf R will be styled similar to R32. The LED daytime running lights and tail lights at the rear end offers stylish and modern look. It will feature large alloy wheels and an aggressive front-end treatment and generally reserved styled elsewhere wrapped up in the new Mark VI Golf styling.  Despite its official unveiling at the Frankfurt Auto Show, there are very few details that are revealed by the company.

The company has announced that all VW fans can get a glimpse of the Golf R on the streets of Germany by the end of this year while it will adorn the US streets early next year.

All across the interwebs there are true Lamborghini fans who are drooling over the thought of this ultra exclusive Reventon roadster. There are speculations that the company will design only nine or ten of this supercar models to maintain its exclusivity.

It is contemplated that this roadster would be equipped with a V-12 engine and would deliver 670 horsepower which is higher than the original Reventon model. It is expected that this new model would see a powerful performance like the Murcielago LP670-4 SV.

It is estimated that this new model would cost a cool 1,150,000 Euro plus taxes. There are guesses that professional athletes and Russian mobsters would rush to Germany with their checkbooks during the Frankfurt Auto Show.

It is believed that this new roadster would have a completely different driving experience compared to the Murcielago LP670-4 SV on which it is based.  The original version accelerates from zero to 60mph in 3.4 seconds and reaches a top speed of     211mph, it is expected that the new version would be much more powerful and would be able to outshine all times. It would also include a Viscous Traction’ all-wheel-drive system and the most noted Lamborghinis e gear semi automatic transmission.

We are confident that this new version would be a pure Italian art. To know more updates on this masterpiece on wheels keep tuned to automotive craze.

The new MK VI which will be the newer version of the AC Cobra and will soon enter production at a plant in Germany. This company has joined hands with an American firm Iconic Motors to produce this Iconic AC Roadster.

This new model will possess the new Cobra Mk VI chassis in connection with a 6.9 liter V8 engine which would generate 800 horsepower. The new version will be made using materials to keep the weight light and offer extra ordinarily good performance with zero to 60 mph in less than three seconds and passing the quarter mile distance in less than nine seconds in comparison to the AC Cobra Mk VI GTS which generates 647 horsepower and sprints from zero to sixty mph in 3.3 seconds.

The iconic AC roadster was debuted at the Pebble Beach Concours d’ Elegance in America. This new model is now available on order.

There were images that were floated before its debut  which carried a reflection which showed that the MX-5 has done off with the windshields, the frame and cloth top and made it an comfortable open car with streamlined roll bars for the safety of the passengers. They have done that to keep the weight low and make it a super light model.

It is designed by the company’s in house team in Germany to offer a stylish look. They have made structural changes by changing the A pillars, and the front and rear decks. The interiors have also been designed to give it a sleek of the race car. The seat design and the complete ambience offer a look and impression of a sports car.

This super light car is not very highly powered. It is equipped with a 1.8 liter gasoline engine which generates 125 horsepower and 123 pound feet of torque.

The Mazda when compared to the Lotus Elise S is equipped with a similar power engine but weighs 200 pounds less than this super light model.

The Mazda MX-5 is powered by five speed manual transmission and Bilstein suspensions to offer good comfort and superb performance. This superlight model will accelerate to 62 mph in 8.9 seconds which could have been much better, though it is quite acceptable keeping the weight and comfort in mind. It is also equipped with four piston calipers which adds a feather to the cap and enhances the performance levels.

This stylish car will debut at the 20th anniversary but all auto fans will have to wait till it reaches the dealers. A note for the same will be offered… so keep tuned.