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VOLKSWAGEN GOLF SPORT EDITION AND UNITED

Teresa Ruiz — Sun, 02 Jan 2011 15:34:06 +0000

Volkswagen expands Golf range pack with the introduction of two new versions available only for the five-door models, called "United" which defines a new entry level below the base version already on catalogue and "Sport Edition "which broadens the range for those who look for more dynamicity. The new Volkswagen Golf Sport Edition is offered only in the five-door and in combination with the 1.4-liter TSI petrol engine, four-cylinder 122-horsepower and with the 1.6-liter TDI diesel engine, four-cylinder inline ..

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ALFA ROMEO GIULIETTA 2.0 JTDM-2 140 HP

Teresa Ruiz — Thu, 18 Nov 2010 11:11:12 +0000

Alfa Romeo Giulietta updates range with new engine 2.0 JTDM-2 140 hp, presented at the last Paris Motor Show, and as alternative to the 170 hp engine available since the launch of the Italian model. The engine equipped with the MultiJet common rail system - already in the 1.6 105 hp and 2.0 170 hp, and combined with electronically controlled variable geometry turbocharger, according to the manufacturer, generate 350 ...

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PIAGGIO NT3 CONCEPT unveiled

Teresa Ruiz — Thu, 11 Nov 2010 19:42:34 +0000

At 2010 EICMA Moto Show in Milan, Piaggio Group has presented the Concept NT3, a minicar designed to meet the mobility needs of the emerging ... Read more

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SEAT LEON ALTEA AND ALTEA XL 1.2 TSI ENGINE

Teresa Ruiz — Mon, 23 Aug 2010 15:06:09 +0000

Seat introduces the new 1.2 TSI petrol engine with 105 hp for Seat Leon, Altea and Altea XL, keeping aside the 1.6 102 hp. The Spanish automaker (Volkswagen Group) said that with the new engine has improved performance and reduces fuel consumption and emissions by over 20%. Then has Continued the renovation program of the spanish brand for its engines range, after the introduction of version 1.6 TDI CR engine with 105 hp on the Seat Altea and Leon. The new Seat 4-cylinder 1.2 TSI, available with equipment 'Reference'...

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AUDI Q7 30 YEAR QUATTRO EDITION

Teresa Ruiz — Wed, 18 Aug 2010 00:10:13 +0000

Audi celebrates 30 years since the launch of the four-wheel drive, offer another refreshed limited edition continuing a trade policy already under way with the Audi A4 and A4 Avant and A5 Coupe. The new Audi Q7 is called 30 Years Quattro Edition, is already available for pre-book even if will arrive at dealers this autumn.
The Audi Q7 30 years quattro edition is a limited edition and further equipped of the Q7 Advanced plus wich is already very equipped. What has changed: The new version of the SUV from Ingolstad includes accessories

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FIAT IDEA MODEL YEAR 2010

Teresa Ruiz — Fri, 06 Aug 2010 15:03:30 +0000

The Fiat Idea is renewed after two years of relative calm, and is preparing to begin offering the 2010 model year. Fiat Idea for 2010 will be equipped with a more simplified range, keeping roughly the same prices, starting at 15,000 euros for Idea Active 1.2 16V. News are about the three equipment Active, Dynamic and Emotion, which differ in proportion constant price of 1,450 €. The new versions, all equipped with Euro 5 and Stop & Start device, includes Emotion 1.3 Multijet 95 hp, Emotion 4.1 95 hp and 120 hp 1.6 Multijet ...

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2010 ROLLS ROYCE GHOST – MANSORY RESTYLING

Teresa Ruiz — Tue, 03 Aug 2010 14:33:21 +0000

After the release 'Blue' and 'Gold' presented at last Geneva Motor Show, comes the new Rolls Royce Ghost, reworked version for the second time by the swiss Mansory. Surely it is more small than 'sister' Phantom but the Ghost is a very impressive and charming model with a list of details that really make itself unique for customer's eyes.

Finest Restyling: Just look at the panels combinations ...

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FERRARI 430 SU35 BY DESIGN STATUS – 700 HP FROM THE AIR

Teresa Ruiz — Fri, 30 Jul 2010 22:04:26 +0000

Ferrari F430 arrives with a new tuning version "SU35 by Design status". The red horse coupe has got attentions from the Russian tuning brand "Status Design", his work often is been associated with names of famous aircraft and this time is the turn of the SU35 (derived from Russian fighter Sukhoi Su-27). Unions with aeronautic world, previously, was celebrated by the Pagani Zonda Tricolor, and with Lamborghini Reventón, that have aroused curiosity worldwide ...

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Seat Ibiza Ecomotive 2010 – Fuel consumption rercord

Teresa Ruiz — Thu, 29 Jul 2010 17:35:40 +0000

The new Seat Ibiza Ecomotive 2010 entering the European market with its third generation, the ecological version of the Spanish car with this latest model will be even more environmentally friendly.

Fuel consumption rercord: The new engine of the Seat Ibiza Ecomotive is a common rail 1.2 TDI three-cylinder 75-hp, reaches levels of guiness record in consumption and Co2 ...

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AUDI A4 AVANT QUATTRO 30 YEARS EDITION 2010

Teresa Ruiz — Mon, 26 Jul 2010 12:40:17 +0000

Audi Celebrates the thirtieth anniversary of the permanent four-wheel drive first introducion, the celebration comes with the new "Style" and "Business" equipments available on Audi A4 and Audi A4 Avant quattro 30 years edition 2010, limited edition of course.

S line look: The Ingolstadt brand proposes sporting aesthetic changes available on the four-wheel drive version (front air intakes, chrome frames ...

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NEW FORD C MAX AND GRAND C MAX 2010

Teresa Ruiz — Sat, 24 Jul 2010 08:27:03 +0000

The new Ford C Max was presented during the last Frankfurt show, will be on sale in the euro market in October together with the 7 seats Ford Grand C Max which is certainly the most interesting version.

Ford with its Multi-Activity Vehicle (MAV) will be antagonistic to other car manufacturers on the market of medium-size people carrier, 4.5 meters long for the 7 seats and 4.4 for the 5. The aesthetic forms are ...

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NEW VOLKSWAGEN SHARAN 2010 – BIG SPACE FOR 7 PEOPLE

Teresa Ruiz — Fri, 23 Jul 2010 14:42:23 +0000

The new Volkswagen Sharan, officially presented at Geneva Motor Show, offers a breath of big news regarding the people carriers segment, this 15 years after first presentation. During these days has already started the German people carrier presale, but you will have to wait for early october to see it in car dealers.

Increasing space: the lenght of the new Volkswagen Sharan increase to ...

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RENAULT WIND COLLECTION 2010

Teresa Ruiz — Thu, 22 Jul 2010 17:48:24 +0000

Renault release the official price list of the new Renault Wind Collection, on sale from next September, after last presentation at Geneva Motor Show. This French's roadster-coupe aims to attract attention of the "hair in the wind" fans and inserts this car between the New Twingo and Clio.

Aesthetic car: modern design of the new Wind does not go unnoticed, it's compact and dynamic but also sports, especially in the front where are ...

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LEXUS RX 450H, A FIRST TIME 2 FRONT WHEEL DRIVE

Teresa Ruiz — Wed, 21 Jul 2010 10:04:14 +0000

The Lexus RX 450h comes as a full hybrid technology with a new record of emissions in the SUV segment, only 140g/km of CO2.

Front Wheel Drive: The Japanese car maker Toyota being very attentive to the ecology as well as confirms to not lose the ability to renew their engines, presenting for the first time the 450h Front Wheel Drive which is the access version to the RX range with a price of...

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FIAT 500 BLACKJACK LIMITED EDITION, LOOK DARK

Teresa Ruiz — Tue, 20 Jul 2010 17:45:19 +0000

The new model of the "500" continues to generate interest while Fiat rides the wave and tries to carry on churning out new versions of its jewel. La italian House car to date has sold more of 500,000 units and soon the Italian house is preparing to land in the U.S.A.

Dark style: we're going to talk about the new 500 Limited Edition BlackJack, just so, a 500 all black body with special treatment...

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GREAT WALL HOVER 5 RESTYLING 2010, SUV MADE IN CHINA

Teresa Ruiz — Sat, 17 Jul 2010 10:55:10 +0000

Hover 5 of the Chinese carmaker Great Wall has been preparing since this month to market its restyling version for the European market.The most important changes have been made to the truck version that is now official car. Regarding the aesthetics aren't many changes: a bit to the front and to rear. The body is a classic 4.6 long by 1.8 meters wide, though quite elegant, the 2.4-liter Mitsubishi engine is a petrol/LPG.
Critics perplexities concerns exactly the engine with its 126 hp, it seems...

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ULTIMATE ELECTRIC TAIWANESE CAR LUXGEN7 MPV EV+

Teresa Ruiz — Thu, 15 Jul 2010 13:49:49 +0000

The Taiwanese brand of cars Luxgen presents the electric version of its Luxgen7 MPV +, a electric powered minivan with seven seats.
Made in collaboration with AC Propulsion, the MPV Luxgen7 EV + has 240 hp, accelerates from 0 to 100 km / h with 8.6 seconds, reaches a top speed of 145 km/h, can travel up to 300 km at fixed speed of 40 km/h, according the official brand news. Luxugen declares that the model is ready for marketing...

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RENAULT MEGANE & COUPE WAWE EDITION

Teresa Ruiz — Wed, 14 Jul 2010 17:23:47 +0000

Renault is now offering special prices for the Wave three-door Megane and Laguna Coupe edition. Outwardly, both are characterized for the shiny black finish of the rear view mirror caps, inserts for the grille and tinted windows.

Renault Megane Coupe Wave: equipped with the CTE 1.4 petrol 130 bhp, the three-door Mégane Wave costs 19,200 euros, 15,500 until the end of September. Among standard features, the manual climate control, ESP, radio with CD and MP3 player and Bluetooth connectivity...

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NEW SMART FORTWO RESTYLING – 2010

Teresa Ruiz — Tue, 13 Jul 2010 21:56:31 +0000

The introduction of the Model Year 2010, Smart has made some esterior and equipment changes to ForTwo convertible and sedan, available in dealerships from October. The German citycar is different for the lower end of the bumper, lower door's strips now in body color, daytime led lights (optional) and 15-inch alloy wheels in three new designs. The ForTwo MY2010 can be ordered by choosing between seven colors on exterior, with the debut of matte black, light green mat and an unusual blue, while the Tridion safety cell gains a new white finish. It also increases the range of color combinations for the convertible thanks to red or blue roof.
Inside, the Smart ForTwo 2010 model year has a new screen

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NEW VOLVO V60 AND A WAGON SPORT DRIVE S60

Teresa Ruiz — Tue, 13 Jul 2010 12:30:05 +0000

Odd Couple, the Volvo S60 and V60. Two models were born to be family and sedan car with a dream in the heart of being coupe, on its style at least . The impression is confirmed by Orjan Sterner, exterior design director of the V60: "The goal was to make the car as close to a coupe. Our sport wagon will not compete with the traditional family: who looks for cargo space can have the V70.

Four meters and 63 long, the V60 is positioned between the other two wagon Volvo V50 and V70. Its chassis has been designed in parallel...

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ASTON MARTIN V8 N420 VANTAGE – 2010

Teresa Ruiz — Mon, 12 Jul 2010 22:44:46 +0000

Aston Martin has a special new version of the V8 Vantage - Coupe and Roadster - called N420, made to commemorate the participation at the Nürburgring 24 h. The engine is the same 4.7-liter V8 from 426 hp, combined with a six-speed manual gearbox or the automatic Sportshift.
Compared to the V8 Vantage, the N420 is defined for being 27 kg lighter thanks to the use of some special carbon fibers, and then for 10-spoke wheels, revised suspension, the speakers and mini skirts. Also, Aston Martin V8...

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NEW MERCEDES CL 500 2010

Teresa Ruiz — Sun, 04 Jul 2010 17:55:50 +0000

Mercedes presents its new luxury CL 500 by a new aesthetic and more efficient edition with the introduction of CL 500 BlueEFFICIENCY variant.

Aesthetically, the new Mercedes CL has some minor adjustments, including for example the newly designed front bumper with integrated daytime lights integrated to the side air intakes and direction indicators/ position led lamps. Most significant changes, however, are at the motorization. CL 600 (V12 5.5-liter 517 hp) now meet Euro 5 and...

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