0 Volkswagen New Midsize Coupe

The first image of the new Volkswagen model focused on the Chinese market and created on the basis of a concept of Volkswagen New Midsize Coupe (NMC) got to the Internet, presented within the Beijing showroom. The official debut of a novelty allegedly will take place at the end of the current year during carrying out the Chinese showroom in Guangzhou. The estimated cost of the new car in Heavenly Empire will make about 180 thousand yuans or 29 thousand dollars.

In comparison with the concept presented earlier, the serial version of the car will receive simpler radiator lattice, a front bumper and head optics. Also on the commodity version rims of smaller dimension will be established.

It is remarkable that after emergence of images of the serial Volkswagen New Midsize Coupe version, a number of automobile critics right there suggested that the new model is the Chinese Volkswagen Jetta version of new seventh generation. Indirectly this assumption is confirmed on the example of the Volkswagen Passat model which in China is on sale under the name Magotan.

Detail: Volkswagen New Midsize Coupe

0 Skoda Rapid Updated

Skoda Company produced a number of updates model Rapid, which car will get from 5 August 2013. First of all, the sedan is now available with a new 1.6-liter TDI turbo diesel engine 90 h.p. The engine will be paired with a 7-speed DSG or robotized transmission with a 5-step "mechanics". On request, the car will also be available in conjunction with Service Green tec, including a system start / stop, power recovery system under braking and tires with low rolling resistance. As promised, experts Skoda, in this case, the fuel consumption per 100 km at Rapid amount to only 3.9 liters.

Other changes will affect the interior of the Skoda Rapid. It will be a new three-spoke steering wheel, new materials and finishes, as well as advanced multimedia systems. Besides, in complete sets of Active and Ambition there will be a better forward panel of gray color. Externally Skoda Rapid will not change, however the client will have an opportunity of installation of xenon headlights with a light stream the 2000th lumen. As it is told in the official statement, new headlights do not demand a special washer the proofreader that does their cost lower.

Detail: Skoda Rapid Updated

0 Citroen C4 Cross Hatchback

Company Citroen unveiled a crossover version of the model, called C4 Cross. The car is made based on the hatchback and designed for the Chinese market. From the normal version Citroen C4 Cross differs protective plastic bodywork, slightly increased ground clearance, roof rails and a few other small details. Hatchback is equipped with a 1.6-liter gasoline engine capacity 106 h.p, which is installed in conjunction with a 5-step mechanics or 4-speed automatic transmission. 

 

Drivegear Citroen C4 Cross will be only the front. The PSA Peugeot Citroen joint venture and the Dongfeng company will be engaged in release of the car. The prices for Citroen C4 Cross in China will begin from 111,8 thousand yuans (about 17,8 thousand US dollars). About possible delivery of model to other markets is not reported.

 

Detail: Citroen C4 Cross Hatchback

0 Audi A1 Ducati

German car brand Audi showed hatchback A1, designed in a unique color scheme motorcycle Ducati1199 Panigale.At the factory Ducati in Borgo Panigale, Italy was presented the first example of the joint work of the Italian manufacturer of motorcycles and it's new owner - the concern Volkswagen Group. Car factory from Ingolstadt prepared version of hatchback Audi A1, performed in a unique red and white color scheme. The five-door version of the car was taken for a basis in a complete set Sportback which finally has received the name Audi A1 Ducati.

The classic for Italian brand a combination of red and white accents complemented small green, which ultimately associated with the Italian tricolor. Wheels and part of the car's interior are also made in the original color designs "Rosso Ducati". On the door of the car you can see the faint outline 1199 Panigale - sportbike flagship plant of Bologna. To complete the picture on the hood of a hatchback flaunts an impressive size Ducati logo.

Audi A1 Ducati car was casually photographed near plant, so we don't have any detailed information on specifications now.

 

Detail: Audi A1 Ducati

0 Suzuki Swift Sport

Suzuki will present at the Australian International Motor Show in Sydney, the new concept of a charged Swift. The car was designed by the chief engineer of the Japanese company Naoyuki Takeuchi and executed on the basis of the five-door Swift Sport. Externally exclusive hot Suzuki Swift Sport will be distinguished by an aerodynamic body kit that includes a front spoiler, side skirts and a rear diffuser and spoiler on the tailgate, and a special wheel disks OZ, low-profile tires, dual exhaust pipes and LED lamps head light.

In the interior the car received sports seats, the two-colored forward panel and furnish materials. Technical details of the charged Swift Sport is not disclosed. Rather, the Japanese will be installed on the vehicle a more powerful version of the same 1.6-liter engine (136 hp and 160 Nm), which is equipped with a simple version of Sport, although surprises are not excluded. The possible arrival hot Suzuki Swift into mass production and cost of the car is not reported.

 

Detail: Suzuki Swift Sport

0 New Volkswagen Beetle 2012

Volkswagen company released the first images model Beetle of the new generation in a body coupe. The car, which presentation will take place during the Los Angeles Auto Show in November 2012, received a soft convertible top, which can be opened in 10 seconds. The line of engines Volkswagen Beetle will be presented by seven motors and won't differ from the base version. The 1,2-liter turbocharged petrol TSI motor in capacity of 105 h.p. becomes base, it will be followed by petrol engines of 1,4 TSI (160 h.p.) and 2,0 TSI (200 h.p.). Diesel engines will be presented by the 1,6-liter motor in capacity of 105 h.p. and the 2,0-liter engine which is giving out 140 h.p. Transmissions — 6-step mechanics or robotized box DSG with six or seven steps, depending on the engine.

 

At present time there are only the price of convertible Volkswagen Beetle new generation in Germany. They will begin with a mark of 21 350 euros. In Europe the car will be available to the order since November, 2012, and the European premiere of a novelty will take place in the spring of 2013.

Detail: New Volkswagen Beetle 2012

0 Paris Motor Show: Ford Fiesta Updated

Fiesta takes in Europe the second place on sales among all cars. The main external difference between the updated model - it's a different face with a new grille and different front bumper. Also headlights and a cowl underwent changes. Not too many new features in the salon, although it should be noted the replacement gear lever and some elements of the center console. Much more importantly, Fiesta has received a lot of new electronic assistants. For example, a system MyKey. Quite an interesting thing - it allows you to program things such as maximum speed or volume of the music. And MyKey will not budge unless the driver and passenger are not wearing seat belts. Appears on the Fiesta and collision avoidance system.

 

It's also important that, instead of the old 4-speed automatic transmission will be robotised gearbox double-clutch Powershift. Fiesta received and the new 1-liter gasoline engine, which will give out 100 or 125 h.p depending on the configuration. And to replace two diesel engines of 1.4 and 1.6 liters will aggregate volume of 1.5 liters.  

 

There is good news for fans of speed - Ford will soon start selling the long-awaited version of the Fiesta ST, which will have an engine capacity of 180 h.p. As for the suspension, the engineers say that it has become more comfortable, although their driver features car also has not lost.

 

Detail: Paris Motor Show: Ford Fiesta Updated

0 Citroen С3 Picasso Updated

On Paris Motor Show, which opens later this month, the company Citroen will present a modernized version of it's Monocab C3 Picasso (the first time the car was launched in 2009, so now is the time for a light restyling). Talk about revolutionary changes in the technical part is not necessary. On Citroen C3 Picasso can begin to establish a new 1.2-liter three-cylinder engine, which will replace the base 1.4-liter engine (95 hp).

However, when it appears on the serial machines is difficult to say - all information will be available after the opening of the showroom.



Exterior changes C3 Picasso concentrated mainly in the front. The updated car will be easily recognizable by the front bumper and the other niche for the fog lights. And will expand the list of options. In particular, there will be a new navigation system and rear view camera.

Detail: Citroen С3 Picasso Updated

0 Audi SQ5 TDI Exclusive Concept

Audi has prepared surprise visitors of the Paris Motor Show special model crossover SQ5 TDI named Exclusive Concept. Major updates will affect the car's interior. Thus, multi-function steering wheel, gear knob and sport seats finished in black Fine Nappa leather with white stitching. Headliner Audi SQ5 TDI Exclusive Concept, sun visors, and door inserts are made of alcantara, while the doors and sills adorn icons Exclusive. Externally, the car can be distinguished by a special blue enamel Aral Blue. But under the hood we don't have to wait any changes - we will have all the same 3.0-liter bi-turbo diesel V6, issuing 313 hp and 650 Nm.

However, the price is really surprising news. The fact that in Europe, for Audi SQ TDI Exclusive Concept asked 92,000 euro, 33,500 euro more expensive than the cost of a standard SQ5 TDI. This difference in price (57%) was more than surprised, because the buyer receives only minor improvements are clearly not worth the money.

Car sales will start in early 2013, and the production car will be limited to 50 copies.

Detail: Audi SQ5 TDI Exclusive Concept

0 Aston Martin Vanquish Updated

The Aston Martin company has published photos of the new Vanquish. Although the car was first time shown within the Goodwood Festival of speed in june of this year, the number of images of the supercar was very limited. Now the company has corrected this deficiency, simultaneously presenting a short video, which you can see below.



Let's remind, Aston Martin Vanquish received the 6-liter V12 engine which is giving out 573 h.p. and capable to disperse the car from 0 to 100 km/h for 4,1 seconds. The maximum speed of a novelty made 295 km/h. The car is offered in a double version, but for a fee you can get a second row of seats according to the formula 2 +2.

Prices for Aston Martin Vanquish start with a mark of 339 600 euros. Receiving orders for the car started from July 2012.

Detail: Aston Martin Vanquish Updated

0 KIA Grows from Strength to Strength

2012 is set to be another record breaking year for KIA in the new car market!

Maintaining an ever-growing presence in the Australian new car market, KIA keeps on delivering top quality and consumer friendly priced cars in all shapes and sizes.

Pleased with the year-to-date growth of 22.7 percent across all models in April, KIA Motor Australia’s Chief Operating Officer, Tony Barlow said that ‘...buyers are looking past badge snobbery and purchasing on quality and value.’

The KIA brand has been duly embraced in the Australian consumer’s car buying consciousness. KIA Australia has some very high profile Ambassadors across sporting and community groups, including the recent addition of Australian Under 20 Rugby Union Captain, Liam Gill. Community groups like Australian Rotary Health are supported by KIA in their Ride for Research campaign, and the ubiquitous Meals on Wheels are driving the 8 Seater Grand Carnival to deliver meals to over 15,000 elderly and disabled clients across New South Wales. The SIDS and Kids organisation have the use of six KIA Souls to help bereaved families of Sudden Infant Death Syndrome.

The KIA RIO Reborn, 2011 Car’s Guide Car of the Year, continues to be a huge presence and has gained even more R-E-S-P-E-C-T in 2012. With new sleek styling and ever fuel efficient economy, this popular small car with its 1.6 litre GDi engine has the flexible option of a 5-door hatch, 4-door sedan, and a sporty 3-door model.

KIA’s other small cars, Cerato and Soul, are not to be overshadowed by Kia RIO Reborn’s popularity as they too enjoy a steady growth. ‘Cerato is showing strong growth—something that the newly released limited edition Extra can only help,’ said Barlow. Some of the 2.0L Cerato ‘Extra’s ‘include 17inch alloy wheels, leather wrapped steering wheel and shift knob, front fog lamps, rear parking sensors, chrome tipped exhaust and cruise control. And the Soul markets itself on its individuality. With a vast range of features and colour options the buyer customises their car to suit their own unique personality.



In the popular SUV and family car market are KIA’s Sportage, Sorento, and the Grand Carnival. The Sportage, while not being as large as the 7 seater 4WD Sorento, is still incredibly spacious, sleek and, of course, sporty. With a 2.0L or 2.4L petrol engine or 2.0L R diesel engine it provides a smooth ride emitting low carbon emissions. The Sorento is still selling strong and will continue to grow in the SUV market when a new model is released with a brand new facelift later in the year. The Grand Carnival, KIA’s unrivalled 8 seater people mover, dominated the family car market with an amazing 38.9 per cent share, which was 23.4 per cent ahead of its nearest competitor.



In the sophisticated sedan arena the KIA Optima, the award winning 2011 ECO Car of the Year, is enjoying massive sales figures not just for its unbelievable fuel efficiency, but also for its beautifully designed exterior and luxurious feature packed interior.



As Tony Barlow confirms, ‘...KIA is right on track, no matter what, to meet its aggressive sales growth target in 2012.’

Detail: KIA Grows from Strength to Strength

0 Updated Ford Mustang Shelby GT500

The new version of the most powerful factory Ford Mustang - Shelby GT500 - differs simply incredible indicators of power and thrust: 650 h.p. and 814 Nm! That's enough to make a top speed over 320 km/h. New version is ranked already as a modeling ruler 2013 and will measure swords with Chevrolet Camaro ZL1 2012 modeling year. However, for those who buy the horse power, all is already solved — the most powerful coupe Camaro offers only 580 h.p. and 754 Nm. Previous Ford Shelby GT500 only 550 h.p. To get such rise, Ford engineers of sports compartment SVT have chiseled the block of motor V8 from volume 5,4 to 5,8 liters, have replaced camshafts and driven supercharger with more productive and have thoroughly worked over cooling of the engine and supercharged air.





Ford engineers insist that created the most powerful series V8 in the world. Of course, they are a little disingenuous - the same Koenigsegg Agera R has a 940 h.p. and 5-liter twin-turbo. But if you don't take into account such exclusive, the Americans are right. Even supercar Corvette ZR1, which plays in a higher league, offers only 638 h.p. compressor eight LS9 volume of 6.2 liters.



Additionally to the powerful engine ford engineers increased almost all the nodes in extreme supercar. Raging transmits torque to the reinforced rear axle carbon fiber driveshaft and six-speed transmission was moved with new gear ratios further strengthened gears. A confident deceleration provide Brembo brakes with larger discs. For those who are going not only fly on the GT500 on the highway, but also to iron racetracks, is required to order an optional package Track Package. It includes an oil cooler for the engine, gearbox and rear differential, Bilstein shock absorbers with adjustable stiffness and rear limited slip differential Torsen.



External differences from the previous generation car a bit: the new front grille provides better airflow units, and more aggressive splitter under the front bumper give better downforce. The first public demonstration of supercompartment Ford held this week at Auto Show in Los Angeles.

Detail: Updated Ford Mustang Shelby GT500