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Curtain Raiser: 2012 Mercedes Benz SLS AMG Roadster

The 2010 Mercedes Benz SLS AMG will be the successor of the renowned Gullwing   300SL of the 1950. This impressive variety will be available in the roofless variant also. 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  [...]

Unveiling The New 2010 Roush 540RH

Roush has unveiled a new edition known as the 2010 Roush 540RH. The company proposes to produce this model in limited numbers to maintain its exclusivity. It is expected that the company would use the same power train from Roush stage 3 Mustang. This edition would be priced at $46,145, which is quite expensive for regular buyers. The company proposes to target all those customers who weigh performance over accessories. It is expected that the new edition would feature a 4.6 liter V8 engine. It will also be equipped with forged steel crankshaft and upgraded fuel pump, forged aluminum pistons and con rods, fuel injectors and fuel rails. This engine would produce 540horsepower and 510 pound feet of torque and will offer only manual transmission. The company offers a choice of 18 inch wheels  [...]

Geely Bids For Volvo

There is news that Ford is facing trouble offloading its failing Volvo subsidiary, but the company proposes to sell. There are reports that China’s Geely Automotive is the only company to bid for Ford Motor owned by Volvo car Corporation. Swedish newspaper Dagens Industri has reported in his newspaper that Geely has officially sent a letter of intent to purchase Ford from Volvo. Unofficial sourced revealed that both the companies are under the procedure to nail out various details about technology etc that needs to be sorted during the buying procedure. Geely plans to start production of Volvo cars in the Guangdong Province of China. The two companies have come under a contract that the new buyer would invest up to $ 10 million in the Volvo brand. The new model that will be presented  [...]

Lamborghini Reventon Roadster Rumored To Be Unveiled At The Frankfurt Auto Show

If rumors are to be believed then all the automotive enthusiasts would see Lamborghini unveiling its new open top roadster version of Reventon supercars at the Frankfurt Auto show. 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  [...]

Cadillac To Scrap Out BLS Edition In Europe

Cadillac has accepted the fact that it is important to include small cars in their lineup if they wish to become a global player.  General Motors which is the parent company is going through a rough patch and it is difficult for them to come with a new segment of small size cars. However GM has come up with some plans to launch a mid size sedan with a rear wheel drive and which could compete with BMW 3 series or Audi A4. This new model which will be launched by GM will be recognized as ATS. It is expected that ATS will be available for sale in the market in the next couple of years. This new edition of car will form an entry level car in the US while in Europe it would replace the BLS. The BLS was launched in 2006 but did not get good responses and hence it was decided to replace  [...]

Modern Day AC Cobra Provides Super Performance

The AC Cobra has always been a well known car with the masses but the modern day incarnation has become even more popular. AC Cars is one of Britain’s oldest company which has recently announced its plans for a new design of its classic AC Cobra roadster.  This new model was unveiled at Aprils Top Marques Monaco. 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  [...]

New Alfa Romeo 147 Collezione Range Car Review

Flying View at Facts & Figures Cost: £14,360-£16,360 on the road Eco Friendly: 153-194g/km CO2 Emissions Speed: 0-60mph 9.6s Max Speed 120mph Size: 4430L/1745W/14H Average: (urban) 36.2 (extra urban) 60.1 (combined) 48.7 Security: Twin front, window & side airbags, VDC, ABS, traction control. Know the car : Frankly speaking, the 147 always has felt a classier piece of kit in front of their rivals and but the only drawback that the car had to a very minor extent is finishing touches which was somewhat to a lower end for the Alfa. There are also some other brands and models in the market who offer the similar cars with quite a lower engine quality but they have the better quality leather and also a good and non-scratched exterior. So, if Alfa could make little  [...]

2009 Jaguar XF Review

Jaguar is the giant of the automotive world. They are the creators of some of the most royal and lavish designed luxurious cars of the world. They have their own standards and measures that can never be matched by any of the other companies. There are so many rivals in the same line, but keeping their own style and pride ad also by maintaining the offering of luxurious cars, Jaguar has maintained its own class and own reputation. Jaguar is known for launching selected models only. They have their fixed number of cars manufacturing and also they do have their fixed class so they never make a compromise of the quality of the materials used and also in the efficiency improving tools. Jaguar XF Style: There is a killing instinct of styling in any of the Jaguar cars. The new model of XF  [...]

BMW Likely To Launch The Vision Concept

The new car which BMW has decided to launch at the upcoming Frankfurt Motor Show is a four door coupe with three cylinder turbo and hybrid drivetrain. The recent images which were floated on various websites define a blend of BMW cues and a modern aggressive coupe shape. The new model is likely to be called as the Efficient Dynamic Vision. This new edition will comprise of the latest fuel saving and emission reducing technologies. The body style would be the legendary shark nose with a tinge of modernism. The Vision is expected to be seen on the streets by 2011 as a two door coupe as well as a convertible. This new model would Show off BMW’s upcoming design direction like the CS concept did in 2007. However, the real news and details and specs would be released only when the model is  [...]