Chrysler Jeep Patriot
January 31st, 2010 by admin
The Chrysler Jeep Patriot is touted as the first American car to be covered by the Japan’s eco-car subsidy program. Powered by a 2.4-liter engine, Chrysler’s new compact SUV has managed to clear the minimum mileage requirement for the Japanese government’s subsidy system for eco-friendly cars. Chrysler’s Jeep Patriot will be released in Japan on February 1st, 2010 for between $32,371 and $37,914.
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Mazda3 Tamura Introduced In UK
January 29th, 2010 by admin
Mazda has introduced the all new Mazda3 Tamura in the UK. This special edition car is based on the TS model and features a sports styling kit which includes a front grille, side skirts and bumpers, front fog lamps, bespoke badging and free metallic paint. Underneath, the car is powered by a 1.6-liter petrol engine paired to a five-speed manual gearbox that outputs a total of 105 HP. 0 to 62 mph can be reached in just 12.2 seconds with a top speed of 114 mph. The Mazda3 Tamura will become available in the UK from February 1, 2010 for 14,995 GBP (about $24,377).
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2010 Fiat Bravo Hatch
January 29th, 2010 by admin
Fiat today released its new Bravo hatch that has received a few minor changes. On the outside, the Bravo’s upper and lower front grilles have been re-trimmed and are now offered either in black or chrome finish while the headlamps on all models are smoked. There are also two new colors including a gray and a pear finish. The 2010 Fiat Bravo is priced at €16,650 (about US$24,200) for the Active 1.4 90HP and €24,300 (around US$35,300) for the 2.0 Multijet 16v 165HP DPF Emotion and Sport.
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Lamborghini Toro LA690-4 Car Concept
December 27th, 2009 by admin
The Lamborghini Toro LA690-4 was designed by Montreal student Amadou Ndiaye, was envisioned as a modern reinvention of the Lamborghini Espada from the late 1960’s. It also bears resemblance to the sharp, jet-fighter-inspired lines of the Reventon. The designer envisions drawing power from a front-mounted V12, which can be seen underneath the window panel on the hood. Keeping things light, the Toro uses heaps of carbon fiber and magnesium with an intended weight of around 3,300 lbs.
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Infiniti The Exclusive FX Millionaire Super Car
December 24th, 2009 by admin
Are you planning for buying a new car for your family? If yes then here is Infiniti introduces the latest Exclusive FX Millionaire Edition super car with finest features this is the newest shape and design of attractive car it is available in white color which looks awesome this is the latest edition of Infiniti FX Millionaire Edition super car it has great internal features it has smooth designs seat you feel comfort it has minimum four passenger sitting capacity this is the new generation of latest car it is accessible with either a 3.7-liter V6 or 5-liter V8.
It can be structured in whichever Obsidian Black or White Moonlight, and is harmonized by special dark graphite dapper approximately the windows, grille, roof rails and 21″ wheels.
In the Millionaire Edition car it obtains all the newest electronics including satellite navigation, Bose surround sound and Around View Monitor in a cabin swathed in micro-suede with brown edging and counteract by carbon fiber spruce.
I like this car its functionality is too good also it is suitable for official use if you like fast driving then you can easily go for long drive with driving. The FX50 Millionaire Edition auctions for boastful €95,450 – regarding $144,000 it is totally luxury and perfect for your lifestyle!
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Capstone CMT-380 hybrid electric supercar
December 22nd, 2009 by admin
A company called Capstone Turbine shows at the LA Auto Show its CMT-380 prototype hybrid electric supercar which is boosted by the company’s microturbine technology. The car is powered by traditional batteries and an untraditional ultra low emission range extending microturbine. It does 0-60 mph in 3.9 seconds, 150 mph top speed, and an unheard-of driving range of up to 500 miles on a single tank of fuel.
The CMT-380 features lithium-polymer battery cells that can be charged at home or at a public recharging station. It can can operate on 100 percent battery power in zero emissions mode for a range of up to 80 miles.
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2011 Chevrolet Cruze compact sedan
December 20th, 2009 by admin
At the L.A. Auto Show, Chevrolet presents the he U.S. production version of the 2011 Cruze compact sedan. It is boosted by either a new Ecotec 1.4L I-4 turbo that produces 138 horsepower and 148 torque or a 1.8-liter four-cylinder engine.
The Cruze gets also six-speed automatic and manual transmissions, electronic stability control with rollover sensing and fuel-saving, rack-mounted electric power steering.
The compact sedan sports also Bluetooth, USB connectivity, navigation system, XM Satellite Radio and OnStar. The 2011 Chevrolet Cruze will be available in the US in Q3 2010.
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2011 Infiniti M37 and M56 Announced
December 18th, 2009 by admin
Infiniti, the luxury car division of Nissan, announced at the LA Auto Show 2009 its 2011 Infiniti M. Two models will be offered, the Infiniti M37 with a 330-horsepower 3.7-liter VVEL V6 and the Infiniti M56 with an all-new 420-horsepower 5.6-liter VVEL Direct Injection Gasoline V8.
The engines of the M37 and M56 feature Infiniti’s advanced VVEL (Variable Valve Event & Lift) system and a standard 7-speed automatic transmission. The latter gets also Direct Injection Gasoline (DIG) technology. They have also the world’s first blind spot intervention System. The Infiniti M56 and M37 will be offered in a choice of rear-wheel drive or with Infiniti’s Intelligent All-Wheel Drive system.
The new 2011 Infiniti M are scheduled to go on sale in late March 2010. Infiniti will also introduce hybrid Infiniti M in mid-2010.
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2011 Ford Fiesta with 40mpg fuel economy
December 14th, 2009 by admin
Ford announced the all new 2011 Fiesta small car that features a projected highway fuel economy of 40 mpg. The car is boosted by a 1.6-liter DOHC I-4 engine and features advanced PowerShift six-speed automatic transmission, win Independent Variable Camshaft Timing (Ti-VCT) and Electric Power Assist Steering (EPAS).
It is available in four- and five-door body styles. The 2011 Fiesta will be released next year.
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2011 Cadillac CTS Coupe
December 5th, 2009 by admin
The 2011 Cadillac CTS Coupe is one of the company’s latest two-door sedan. It come equipped with a 3.6L V-6 engine which offers 556 horse power, you have the option of a six-speed manual transmission or a a six-speed automatic with Driver Shift Control. The style is what you want then look no further, because with 2011 Cadillac CTS Coupe you get either 18- or 19-inch rims, touch-pad operated doors, a rear camera system, a RWD powertrain, a pop-up GPS navigation system and a remote start function.
Other features of the CTS Coupe you will love are the integrated iPod connectivity, simply dock your iPod to enjoy your playlist while driving, a 5.1-channel Bose audio system, LED vertical lighting and its Bluetooth Connectivity. There is no pricing information announced for the CTS Coupe but we should see this V6 Coupe popping up in late 2010.
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