Lexus GS 460 with Five Axis

Lexus GS 460 with Five Axis will be premiered at the 2008 SEMA show in Las Vegas. The company will also bring at the show four modified Lexus IS F projects, beside the headliner Five Axis Lexus GS 460.

Lexus IS F will be equipped with a modified 5.75 liters V8 engine at SEMA show this year, that may resulting on developed more horsepower.

The four modified Lexus IS F’s are the creations of Fox Marketing/Artisan Performance, Import Tuner Magazine/TEIN Suspension, 0-60 Magazine and MotorworldHype.

2011 Jeep Wrangler

Jeep Wrangler (2011) and Jeep Wrangler Unlimited (2011) images and details has been released by the company. Featuring a premium removable hard-top, the 2011 Jeep Wrangler also comes with a new set of interior includes new storage spaces, a redesigned instrument panel, improved ergonomics and better quality materials.

2011 Jeep Wrangler also offering a redesigned center stack, upgraded door armrests, and a new lockable console. Additionally, new steering-wheel controls, cruise control, hands-free phone and other vehicle functions also equipped on the vehicle.

While on its multimedia device equipments, a new USB device interface also attached inside the 2011 Jeep Wrangler as well as streaming Bluetooth audio, twelve-volt accessory outlets and a new 110-volt outlet.

BMW X35is and BMW X3M

According to the new rumor surfaced on the webs, the German carmaker is working on two performance versions of the BMW X3M and the BMW X35is. Apart from these BMW X3M and the BMW X35is rumor, the X4 will also become a reality as have been said by the same web source.

BMW X35is will be powered by 3.0-liter inline 6-cylinder engine (will probably be coupled with a 6-speed manual gearbox or the 7-speed double clutch automatic transmission) which develops 322 hp and 332 lb-ft of torque.

BMW X35is top speed will be limited to 250 km/h and the acceleration time will be around the 5 seconds mark at 0 to 100 km/h.

Ford Mondeo Sport Special Edition

Ford has made announcement that the Ford Mondeo Sport special edition will be made available on the United Kingdom market. Limited to 3,000 production units, the Ford Mondeo Sport will comes with a solar reflect windscreen, 17-inch alloy wheels, also front and rear parking sensors.

Ford Mondeo Sport special edition will comes as a five-door or an estate and it will have special features such as rain-sensing wipers, automatic headlamps, satellite navigation system, and also self-dimming rear view mirror.

Ford Mondeo Sport special edition will be available with a choice between a 2.0 145PS petrol engine and 1.8-litre 125PS diesel engine. While for its price, the Ford Mondeo Sport price will starts at 18,795 pounds for the petrol version. For the diesel version, Ford Mondeo Sport special edition price will starts at 19,495 pounds.

Saturn VUE Hybrid

Saturn VUE Hybrid by R.Bottom Design offers a choice between propane and gasoline power and is fitted with an LPG injection system and solar panels.

Saturn VUE Hybrid by R.Bottom Design also features a number of exterior and interior modifications, including a water based paint, leather upholstery and various monitors, amps and speakers.

Saturn VUE Hybrid by R.Bottom Design has received solar panels, a propane conversion, a free flow exhaust and air filter.

Saturn VUE Hybrid by R.Bottom Design has been built with the “Cool to be Green” motto in mind.

2011 Nissan Murano

Nissan has released a set of new images and details of the 2011 Nissan Murano. Powered by the VQ-series 3.5-liter DOHC V6 engine that coupled with a Xtronic CVT transmission and an Intuitive All-Wheel Drive system with Vehicle Dynamic Control (VDC) and Traction Control System (TCS), the 2011 Nissan Murano may develops 260 hp and 240 lb-ft of torque.

Nissan Murano (2011) also comes with a sliding glass moonroof, 20 inch alloys, a wide hood, LED taillights, a new grille and headlights.

Unfortunately the company doesn’t mention about the 2011 Nissan Murano price yet. Anyway, the new version will be available in the following trim levels: S AWD, S FWD, SV AWD, SV FWD, SL AWD, SL FWD, LE AWD, and LE FWD.

2011 Mercedes CLS

2011 Mercedes CLS which will be premiered at the 2010 Paris Motor Show has been revealed by the company. Comes with improved engine line-up, the 2011 Mercedes CLS also equipped with a fresh interior and exterior design.

Inspired by the classic SLS on its exterior design, the 2011 Mercedes CLS features fresh designed new bumpers, tail lights, full LED headlamps, and also a new front grille that is no longer integrated in the bonnet.

While for its interior, the 2011 Mercedes CLS offers a wide variety of personalization options. With those personalization options, the 2011 Mercedes CLS can use one of three qualities of leather, five trim designs, and also five colors.

Unfortunately, the company doesn’t made any announcement yet about the 2011 Mercedes CLS prices and its engine line-up as it will be revealed in Paris Motor Show.

Mazda2 Facelift premiere at 2010 Paris Auto Show

Mazda has made announcement that they will make the European premiere for the Mazda2 facelift at the 2010 Paris Auto Show.

Mazda2 facelift will comes with an updated interior, a new front design, a new chassis for improved comfort, and also Euro V compliant engines.

Along with Mazda2 premiere, the company will also premiering Mazda5 and Mazda3 in the event. The all-new Mazda5 will be equipped with a new MZ-CD 1.6 diesel engine which offers increased fuel economy, reduced CO2 emissions, and resulting a 5.2 l/100km fuel economy while delivering 115ps. For the 2.0-liter diesel version, the company said that Mazda5 will offers increased Karakuri interior flexibility, a new lightweight 6-speed manual transmission, and a 15% reduction in exhaust gases.

Bentley Continental GTC Speed

Bentley has released the details of Bentley Continental GTC Speed - the latest model that become one of the most powerful convertible ever. Powered by the 6-litre W12 twin-turbocharged engine that has been tuned, Bentley Continental GTC Speed is able to outputs a massive 600bhp (610PS) and can accelerate from 0 to 60 mph in 4.5 seconds and to 100 mph in 10.6 seconds.

Bentley Continental GTC Speed may reach its top speed at 200 mph (322 km/h) with the roof up. While with the roof down, the top speed of Bentley Continental GTC Speed will be at 195 mph (312 km/h).

With the price starts at 146,100.00 pounds including VAT, Bentley Continental GTC Speed comes equipped with a six-speed transmission that has two fully automatic modes (Drive and Sport) and a clutchless manual mode.

Press Release

Since its debut in 2006, the Continental GTC has enjoyed sales success in over 50 countries across the globe, attracting younger buyers to the Bentley marque. Customers are attracted to its sleek design, interior craftsmanship, refined performance and agile handling.

Now, the introduction of the new GTC range builds on this success with a subtle evolution of its distinctive style and a range of technical and feature enhancements benefiting comfort and customer choice. The appeal of the GTC is further strengthened by the addition of the new 600bhp (610PS) GTC Speed model. It is Bentley’s most powerful convertible ever and inspired by Bentley’s legendary ‘Speed Models’ from the 1920s.

The new GTC models share a fresh frontal appearance. The radiator grille is more upright with a more pronounced square edge, accentuating the Bentley profile, and bolder lower air intake. These latest models are further distinguished by chrome headlamp bezels, the availability of two new exterior paints and a new color hide.

For the standard GTC, new low-friction dampers provide improved ride comfort. In addition, two significant new options may be specified on both GTC models: lightweight, fade-resistant, carbon-ceramic brakes, the largest production passenger car brakes in the world, and a sophisticated follow-to-stop Adaptive Cruise Control system with long-range radar sensor that monitors traffic ahead and manages throttle and brakes to maintain a driver-selected time gap.

The GTC’s chassis and exceptionally rigid steel body have proved more than capable of coping with the power of the 552bhp (560PS) 6-litre W12 engine. For the new Continental GTC Speed, Bentley’s twin-turbocharged W12 now develops 600bhp (610PS) that delivers true 200 mph (322 km/h) performance, with the roof up, with exhilarating, effortless acceleration. Even with the roof down the GTC Speed can reach 195 mph (312 km/h).

The Continental GTC Speed is visually distinguished by subtle design enhancements which emphasise its higher performance credentials. At the front, the radiator and lower air intake grilles feature a dark tinted matrix as standard. Larger diameter 9.5J x 20-inch, multi-spoke alloy wheels with Bentley-bespoke Pirelli PZero ultra-high performance (UHP) tyres, lowered and uprated suspension, wider twin-rifled exhaust tail pipes and a new boot-mounted lip spoiler that enhances high speed aerodynamics, reinforce the sporting character of the Speed model.

The GTC Speed’s 600bhp (610PS) W12 engine develops 9 per cent more power than the standard GTC. However, it is the 15 per cent increase in torque that really distinguishes the Speed model, which now develops an impressive output of 750 Nm (553lb ft). This is achieved across virtually the complete rev range, from just 1700 to 5600 rev/min, delivering that characteristic Bentley wave of torque.

The 0-60 mph sprint is despatched in a mere 4.5 seconds (0-100km/h in 4.8 seconds) and 0-100 mph in 10.6 seconds (0-160 km/h in 10.5 seconds).

The GT Speed coupe, which debuted in 2007, has become the top selling GT model across the globe. This was followed in summer 2008 by the 4-door Continental Flying Spur Speed. Now, the Speed family is completed with the introduction of the GTC Speed, which is expected to account for up to two-thirds of GTC sales worldwide in its first year of production.

Bentley Chairman and Chief Executive, Dr Franz-Josef Paefgen explains the rationale behind the GTC Speed:

“The Continental GTC is an elegant Grand Touring convertible in the Bentley tradition, exciting the emotions with its distinctive blend of performance, luxury, craftsmanship and modernity. The GTC Speed completes the family of Continental Speed models and broadens the appeal of the GTC to customers who demand a more focused, open-top driving experience.”

BENTLEY CONTINENTAL GTC – NEWS IN BRIEF

Continental GTC range

New more upright front grille and larger, lower air intake
Chrome headlamp bezels
Retuned Servotronic power steering for improved feedback and feel
Optional follow-to-stop, radar-based Adaptive Cruise Control system
Optional fade-resistant high-power carbon ceramic brakes (only available with 20 - inch wheels)
Two new exterior colours – Aquamarine & Blue Crystal
New interior colour – Aquamarine

Continental GTC Speed

Technical

600 bhp (610PS) W12 engine, 9 per cent more power and 15 per cent more torque
Top speed (roof up) of 200 mph (322km/h) and 0–60 mph in 4.5 secs (0–100 km/h in 4.8 secs)
Top speed (roof down) of 195 mph (312 km/h)
Lowered suspension (10mm front, 15 mm rear) features revised spring, anti-roll bar and damper settings for optimised ride quality, comfort and refinement
New design 9.5J x 20-inch multi-spoke alloy wheels with Bentley-bespoke Pirelli PZero UHP 275/35 tyres
New ‘Dynamic’ mode for ESP 8.1 system with progressive intervention

Exterior

Dark-tinted matrix grilles to upper and lower air intakes
Bright chrome matrix grilles available as a no cost option
Dark tint finish to alloy wheels available as an option
Wider rifled sports exhaust tail pipes
New aerodynamic rear spoiler
Black lower bumper valance

Interior

‘Speed’ treadplates to both doors
3-spoke Sport leather steering wheel
Drilled alloy sport foot-pedals
Knurled chrome and hide gear lever
Diamond quilted hide to seat facings, door pads and rear quarter panels
Optional turned aluminium inserts to fascia, centre console and door pad inserts.

Continental GTC

Power output of the standard W12 engine remains at 552bhp (560PS)
Top speed is unchanged at 195mph (312km/h) with a 0–60mph time of 4.8 secs (0–100 km/h in 5.1 secs) Improved ride comfort with new low-friction dampers
Bentley ‘B’ brake pedal

Enhanced powertrain delivers more power and torque

Both Continental GTC models are powered by Bentley’s 6-litre, twin-turbocharged W12 engine which is produced exclusively at the company’s Crewe engine plant. The Bentley W12 is the most compact 12-cylinder engine in production with 48 valves and 4 camshafts with continually variable valve timing. Power is transmitted via a ZF six-speed automatic transmission.

The new Continental GTC Speed is powered by Bentley’s W12 engine in its most powerful, 600 bhp (610PS) form. It develops 15 per cent more torque and 9 per cent more power than the 552bhp (560PS) standard GTC.

Engine efficiency improvements result from the use of lower friction, lighter-weight components and a new engine management system, while twin, low inertia turbochargers with minimal turbo lag contribute to the W12 engine’s flat torque curve. In 600 bhp (610PS) form, the W12 develops a maximum torque of 750 Nm (553 lb ft) from 1700 rev/min all the way up to 5600 rev/min. The GTC Speed engine is visually differentiated by the ‘crackle black’ finish to the intake manifold.

This endows the GTC Speed with a top speed of 200mph (322 km/h) with the roof-up and a 0-60mph sprint time of just 4.5 seconds (0-100 km/h in 4.8 secs). It also accelerates from 0-100 mph in just 10.6 seconds (0-160 km/h in 10.5 seconds).

The six-speed transmission can be left in two fully automatic modes (Drive and Sport) or used as a clutchless manual where the driver can change gears sequentially, via either the gearlever or paddles mounted behind the steering wheel.

The advanced continuous all-wheel drive system of both GTC models provides exceptional traction in all weathers. The drive is transferred between the front and rear axles via a highly sensitive centre Torsen differential. If the differential detects a deviation in torque demand between the two axles it automatically sends more power to the wheels with greater grip.

Both the GTC and GTC Speed also feature an advanced electronic stability programme (ESP 8.1). The ‘Sport Traction’ mode for the GTC moderates ESP intervention at low speeds, benefiting driver interaction and control, particularly on low traction surfaces. The ‘Dynamic Mode’ of the GTC Speed allows increased wheel slip at higher speeds compared to the standard chassis. This ensures that torque is reinstated more quickly, allowing the driver to exploit the full potential of the engine.

Brian Gush, Director, Chassis and Powertrain Engineering, comments:

“The new GTC Speed exemplifies our passion for creating cars that deliver exceptional performance and driving enjoyment. It is a driver’s car which will redefine people’s expectations of what a luxury convertible can achieve.”

A luxury convertible with outstanding ride and handling

The Continental GTC’s steel body has an exceptionally rigid torsional stiffness of around 30Hz that not only minimises ‘scuttle shake’ but provides a very stable platform for the aluminium-intensive suspension system, optimising its performance. Despite the boost in power and torque for the GTC Speed model, no changes to the body structure were required.

For the 552bhp (560PS) GTC, new low-friction dampers provide improved secondary ride (the response of the car to poor road surfaces) and even greater levels of comfort.

The GTC Speed has a range of dynamic enhancements that deliver a more sporting, open-top Bentley driving experience. The retuned Continous Damping Control (CDC) system ensures that the body response matches the inputs from the new sports wheels and tyres, while improved body control reduces pitch and roll when cornering enthusiastically. In addition, stiffer rear axle bushes deliver better axle control and turn-in response.

The GTC Speed’s suspension is lowered by 10 mm at the front and 15 mm at the rear for improved handling, while the retuned speed-sensitive steering system and solid-mounted front subframe, shared with the standard GTC, benefit steering response.

The wider 9.5J x 20-inch multi-spoke alloy wheels, unique to the GTC Speed, are fitted with bespoke 275/35 ZR20 Pirelli PZero ultra-high performance tyres that provide the car with superior grip as well as sharper steering response and feel.

To ensure optimum aerodynamic balance at speeds up to 200 mph (322 km/h) the new GTC Speed is fitted with a discreet spoiler on the trailing edge of the bootlid. This provides additional downforce and increases the top speed.

For both models, Bentley’s carbon-ceramic brakes (CCB) are offered as a cost option. Larger diameter (420 mm front, 356 mm rear), lightweight discs and eight-piston callipers offer fade-resistant braking performance with minimal disc distortion under high thermal conditions. A 20kg weight saving reduces unsprung mass and benefits steering response and handling. This braking system may only be specified with 20-inch diameter wheels and are the largest and most powerful brakes ever fitted to a production car.

The standard-fit tyre-pressure monitoring system (TPMS) allows drivers to select tyre type and speed range parameters. As well as monitoring pressures, the system warns drivers if their speed is too high for the tyre pressures or if tyre speed ratings are exceeded on winter tyres.

Commenting on the GTC Speed’s character, Dr. Ulrich Eichhorn, Member of the Board, Engineering, said:

“The GTC Speed offers supercar performance, superb refinement, comfort and unrivalled craftsmanship all in one car. It perfectly evokes the spirit of the original Bentley ‘Speed Model’ of the 1920s.”

Subtle evolution of the GTC’s distinctive style

Both the GTC and GTC Speed benefit from subtle revisions to their frontal appearance.

The matrix grille is now more vertical and has a more pronounced square edge that accentuates the distinctive Bentley profile. A new lower bumper design with a widened air intake reinforces the sporting stance of both GTC convertibles, complemented by new chrome headlamp bezels. The new design also provides a practical benefit by improving airflow to the more powerful Speed engine by 14 per cent.

The GTC Speed has a unique set of design cues, notably a dark-tinted matrix grille to the upper and lower air intakes, a black lower bumper valance, wider, rifled exhaust tailpipes and 20-inch, silver-painted, multi-spoke alloy wheels. The wheels are available as an option with a special dark tint finish.

GTC and GTC Speed customers have a choice of 17 ‘standard’ paint colours including two new colours (Aquamarine and Blue Crystal).

Luxurious hand-crafted cabin

The cabins of both GTC and GTC Speed are available with a choice of 6 natural, unbleached, laser-cut wood veneers and 17 premium grade leather hides, including the new option, Aquamarine.

The GTC Speed’s cabin is based on that of the Mulliner Driving Specification (a cost option on the standard GTC). It features diamond quilted hide seats with embroidered Bentley emblems, a knurled chrome and hide gearlever and a three-spoke multi-function steering wheel with brushed aluminium switch surround. These are complemented by drilled alloy foot-pedals and ‘Speed’ logos to the polished treadplates. The standard GTC also receives a new Bentley ‘B’ brake pedal.

A range of options give further opportunities for personalisation, including fascia panels, centre console, door pads and rear quarters in bright aluminium. Uniquely, the GTC Speed is also available with a dark tint aluminium option.

New adaptive cruise control system

A sophisticated follow-to-stop, radar-based Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) system is now available on both GTC and GTC Speed. It uses a long-range radar sensor, mounted in the lower front grille, to monitor the road ahead for other vehicles. When a slower moving vehicle is detected, the system automatically adjusts the throttle or brakes to maintain a ‘time gap’, as selected by the driver.

GTC and GTC Speed interior key features:
Electronically powered, insulated three-layer fabric roof folds flat in 25 seconds
True 2+2 configuration
Fully adjustable electric front seats incorporating three-position memory (seats, steering column, exterior mirrors) and electric lumbar control with optional massage facility
Rear seat panel removable to reveal lockable ski hatch
Electronic climate control system
Comprehensive infotainment system includes:
DVD satellite navigation system with route guidance and post-code entry
Optional television tuner (except for US market)
Climate control operation
Computerised suspension control operation (damper and ride height settings)
6-CD auto changer in glove compartment
Optional Naim for Bentley premium audio system featuring 1100 Watt amplifier and 14 speakers
BluetoothTM remote SIM access profile telephone system with wireless connectivity for rSAP-enabled telephones, most BluetoothTM-enabled telephones and onboard SIM-card reader
Telephone voice dialling (n/a Japan)
Keyless entry and keyless ignition system
Power latching of doors for easy exit and entry
Console-mounted start/stop button
Electronic park brake with move-off assist (move-off assist n/a for USA)
Column-mounted gearshift paddles for sequential gear shifting
Stainless steel-faced foot pedals and driver’s footrest
Comprehensive anti-theft and immobiliser systems An advanced rollover protection system is installed beneath the rear headrests - two reinforced steel hoops deploy in a split second when a potential roll-over situation is detected CONTINENTAL GTC SPEED AND GTC TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS MODEL TYPE
Body type Two-door, 2+2 Grand Tourer convertible
Construction Steel monocoque with aluminium, steel and composite panels and closure ENGINE
Type Twin-turbocharged W12 engine
Installation Front, longitudinal
Construction Alloy block and heads
Bore/stroke 84.0 x 90.2 mm
Capacity 6.0-litre, 5998 cc
Compression ratio 9.0:1
Valve gear Chain-driven DOHC per bank, 4 valves per cylinder, cam phased inlet and outlet
Power
GTC Speed 600 bhp / 610 PS / 449 kW @ 6000 rev/min
GTC 552 bhp / 560 PS / 412 kW @ 6100 rev/min
Torque
GTC Speed 750 Nm / 553 lb ft between 1750 – 5600 rev/min
GT 650 Nm / 479 lb ft @ between1600 – 6100 rev/min
Fuel 98 (95) RON TRANSMISSION
Type Continuous all-wheel drive
Gearbox ZF 6-speed automatic with fully automatic or
sequential ‘manual’ operation with paddleshift feature; torque converter lock-up clutch
Ratios 1st: 4.17
2nd: 2.34
3rd: 1.52
4th: 1.14
5th: 0.87
6th: 0.69
Final drive: 3.524 (front), 3.528 (rear) SUSPENSION
Front Four-link double wishbones, computer-controlled self-levelling air suspension, anti-roll bar
Rear Trapezoidal multi-link, computer-controlled self-levelling air suspension, anti-roll bar
Springs Computer-controlled progressive air springs
Dampers Continuous damping control, with four adjustable settings STEERING
Type Rack & pinion, power-assisted, speed-sensitive
Turns lock to lock 2.7
Turning circle (kerb to kerb) 11.4 m ( 37’ 5”) BRAKES
Front 405 mm ventilated discs (optional 420 mm carbon/ ceramic, cross-drilled discs – with 20-inch wheels)
Rear 335 mm ventilated discs (optional 356 mm carbon/ ceramic, cross-drilled discs – with 20-inch wheels)
Anti lock Standard ESP and Electronic Brake Force Distribution (EBD) WHEELS & TYRES
Wheels
GTC Speed 9.5J 20-inch Alloy
GTC 9.0J 19-inch Alloy (optional 9.0J 20-inch Alloy)
Tyres
GTC Speed 275/35 x ZR20 bespoke Pirelli PZero UHP
GTC 275/40 x ZR19 Pirelli PZero Rosso
(optional 275/30 x 20 Pirelli PZero) DIMENSIONS
EXTERIOR
Overall length 4804 mm (189.1 in)
Overall width (inc. mirrors) 2194 mm (86.4 in)
Height (roof raised)
GTC Speed 1388 mm (54.6 in)
GTC 1398 mm (55.0 in)
Wheelbase 2745 mm (108.1 in)
Front track 1623 mm (63.9 in)
Rear track 1607 mm (63.3 in) INTERIOR
Front headroom 942 mm (37.1 in)
Front legroom 1075 mm (42.3 in)
Front shoulder room 1568 mm (61.7 in)
Rear headroom 979 mm (38.5 in)
Rear legroom 743 mm (29.3 in)
Rear shoulder room 1318 mm (51.9 in) WEIGHTS & CAPACITIES
GTC Speed & GTC
Kerbweight 2485 kg (5478 lb)
Gross vehicle weight 2900 kg (6393 lb)
Luggage capacity 235 litres
Fuel tank capacity 90 litres (24 US gallons) PERFORMANCE
Top speed (roof up)
GTC Speed 200 mph (322 km/h)
GTC 195 mph (312 km/h) Top speed (roof down)
GTC Speed 195 mph (314 km/h)
GTC 190 mph (306 km/h1) 0-60 mph (0-100 km/h)
GTC Speed 4.5 seconds (4.8 seconds)
GTC 4.8 seconds (5.1 seconds) 0-100 mph (0-160 km/h)
GTC Speed 10.6 seconds (10.5 seconds)
GTC 11.4 seconds (11.4 seconds) FUEL CONSUMPTION/EMISSIONS
EU CYCLE
GTC Speed and GTC 11.2 mpg (25.3 litres/100 km)
Urban
Extra-Urban 24.3 mpg (11.6 litres/100 km)
Combined 17.0 mpg (16.6 litres/100 km)
CO2 emissions 396 g/km
Emission controls EU 1V and US LEV II
EPA DRIVE CYCLE
GTC Speed and GTC
City Driving 10.0 mpg (US)
Highway Driving 17.0 mpg (US) FEATURE SPECIFICATIONS CONTINENTAL GTC SPEED
EXTERIOR FEATURES
Dark tinted radiator grille and lower grille
Chromed headlamp bezels
Twin rifled oval stainless steel sports tail pipes
Lowered sports suspension
20-inch, two-piece, multi-spoke alloy wheels
INTERIOR FEATURES
Unique treadplates bearing ‘Speed’ model name
Diamond quilted hide to seat facings, doors and rear quarter panels Embroidered Bentley emblem to seat facings
Cloth hide headlining
Single-tone, hide-trimmed multi-function steering wheel in a 3-spoke sports design with brushed silver switch surround
Sporting gear lever finished in knurled chrome and hide
Drilled alloy sport foot-pedals CONTINENTAL GTC
EXTERIOR FEATURES
Bright chromed radiator grille
Chromed headlamp bezels
Twin oval stainless steel tail pipes
INTERIOR FEATURES
Single tone, hide-trimmed multi-function steering wheel in a 4-spoke design
Brake pedal with Bentley ‘B’ emblem
Hide and chrome trimmed gear lever with manual shift change facility
SELECTION OF OPTIONS AVAILABLE
‘Naim for Bentley’ premium audio system
iPod/MP3/USB interface
20-inch, two-piece, seven-spoke alloy wheels (GTC only)
Fade-resistant carbon ceramic brakes
ACC Adaptive Cruise Control
THE MULLINER DRIVING SPECIFICATION
(STANDARD ON GTC SPEED, OPTIONAL ON GTC) THIS PACKAGE INCLUDES:
• Choice of veneers - Burr Walnut, Dark Stained Burr Walnut,
Piano Black (additional veneers available at extra cost)
• Drilled alloy sport foot-pedals
• Sporting gear lever finished in knurled chrome and hide
• Diamond quilted hide to seat facings, doors and rear quarter panels
• Embroidered Bentley emblem to seat facings
• 20 inch 2-piece alloy sports wheels (GTC only)
• 20 inch multi-spoke alloy wheels in Dark Tint painted finish (GTC Speed only) MULLINER FEATURES AVAILABLE SEPARATELY FOR BOTH MODELS:
• Mulliner alloy fuel filler cap
• Exterior paint match service to customer specification
• Exterior paint colour from Arnage range
• Contrast stitching to seats and door panels
• Cross-stitching to seats and door panels (in contrast)
• Embossed ‘BENTLEY’ to seat facings
• Choice of premium veneers – Chestnut and Olive Ash
• Fascia panels available in bright or dark tint* aluminium
• 4-spoke wood and hide-trimmed multi-function steering wheel
(choice of veneers - Burr Walnut, Chestnut, Dark Stained Burr Walnut,
Madrona, Piano Black)
• Lambswool rugs
• Deep-pile carpet mats with hide trimming to front and rear footwells (matched to carpet)
• Boot carpet to match interior carpet *Available on GTC Speed only

Audi Q3 (2011)

Audi has made official announcement about the production version of 2011 Audi Q3 will be produced at the Martorell plat in Spain.

About 80,000 units Audi Q3 per year has been planned on production by Audi. However, 2011 Audi Q3 is scheduled will hit the showroom in two years time.

will be a coupe-like five-door SUV while it’s deliver sporty driving experience while blending a compact car’s design and dynamics with the space and versatility of an SUV.

Press Release

A production site for the Audi Q3 was chosen today: the SEAT site in Martorell, Spain. Manufacture will begin in 2011 with an annual production capacity of up to 80,000 units. The total investment will amount to around €300 million.

“Following in-depth consideration of all relevant factors and an extensive international comparison of various sites, we selected Martorell,” explained Rupert Stadler, Chairman of the Board of Management at AUDI AG. This decision enables Audi to continue its strategy of growth and internationalization. Mr. Stadler added: “We are counting on this Spanish site’s efficiency, the excellent quality of the Production department, and its highly trained staff. We will use the Group’s synergies to sharpen our competitive edge and help protect around 1,200 jobs. The decision furthermore safeguards workplaces at other Audi locations.”

Audi Board Member for Production Frank Dreves:
“Starting in 2011, the Audi Q3 will be produced to Audi quality standards at the Martorell factory. This gives us additional flexibility regarding future decisions about products. We will begin preparing at once.”

Having agreed that the Q3 will be manufactured in Spain, a decision about production in the USA has been postponed. Mr. Stadler: “We will systematically explore our options in the context of the current market crisis. Audi is in a good position. There is currently no urgent need to select additional sites.”

A small, sporty SUV, the Audi Q3 will join the family consisting of the Audi Q5 (produced in Ingolstadt, Germany) and the Audi Q7 (produced in Bratislava, Slovakia). Yet another compact vehicle in a new model range is thus set to join the A1 in 2011. The Q3 will further expand the Q family. A coupe-like five-door SUV with seat positions, wheel size, and ground clearance characteristic of a typical SUV, the Audi Q3 will stand out thanks to a supremely sporty driving experience. The Q3 will blend a compact car’s design and driving dynamics with an SUV’s spaciousness and versatility. True to Audi tradition, innovative technical solutions will blaze new trails in efficiency, driving pleasure, and comfort. The market launch of the Q3 is scheduled for 2011.

The production facility in Martorell is yet another cornerstone in AUDI AG’s portfolio of sites. Audi produces its vehicles in Ingolstadt and Neckarsulm (Germany), Hungary, Belgium, Slovakia, India, and China.

Aston Martin One-77 at Geneva Motor Show

For Aston Martin’s Chief Executive, Dr Ulrich Bez, revealing the One-77’s secrets is a proud moment: “Right from the very beginning of the project the vision for Aston Martin One-77 was very simple: It had to combine high-technology with hand-built craftsmanship, and demonstrate the unique capabilities and passion of our designers, engineers and technical partners.

“Quite simply it had to be the ultimate expression of Aston Martin. As you can now see, we have achieved that goal in magnificent style.”

Chris Porritt, Aston Martin One-77 Program Manager continued: “We wanted to create something that wows you as much when you see what’s under the skin as the exterior styling itself. We started by identifying the most technologically exciting front-engined, rear-wheel drive cars in the world: those from the DTM race series. We then applied the principles and technology that feature heavily in their design and translated it to a road car application.”

Consequently the One-77’s structural core is a lightweight and immensely rigid carbon fiber monocoque. Conceived and designed at Aston Martin’s Gaydon HQ, the monocoque, or ‘tub’, has been built in partnership with Multimatic (MTC). As world leaders in carbon composite technology, advanced vehicle analysis and dynamic simulation, MTC brings unrivalled specialist capabilities to the exacting challenge of the Aston Martin One-77 program.

Employing the classic formula of double wishbones at each corner, the One-77 features inboard suspension front and rear, with pushrods employed to transfer vertical suspension movements to the horizontally mounted spring/damper units. A practice taken directly from racing car design, the main advantages of inboard suspension are a reduction in unsprung weight and the ability to package the suspension components more effectively.

The dampers are fully adjustable and feature advanced Dynamic Suspension Spool Valve (DSSV) technology; a world-first for a road car application. These special valves are state-of-the-art even at the highest levels of motorsport, and use high-precision machined components to enable the shock-absorbing characteristics of the damper to be changed without having to remove them from the car, as is the norm.

Underlining the truly bespoke nature of the Aston Martin One-77, once delivered to its owner, the car’s suspension characteristics will be precisely set-up by Aston Martin engineers to suit their exact requirements, from settings suitable for the ultimate long-distance GT, to a machine capable of conquering the Nürburgring Nordschleife.

While functionality and efficiency are paramount in the design and construction of the Aston Martin One-77, so too is aesthetic beauty. To this end every single component has been crafted from the finest materials with absolute attention to detail. From the mesmerising weave of the glossy carbon fiber tub and the abstract, sculptural beauty of the dry sump’s oil reservoir, to the unerring precision of the billet machined aluminum suspension mounts, the One-77’s rolling chassis is an automotive masterpiece.

Of course the irony is that the vast majority of these exquisite components will be hidden from view in the finished car, yet each and every piece is a work of art in its own right. It’s this extraordinary workmanship and money-no-object commitment to quality that makes the Aston Martin One-77 unique.

Naturally, such a spectacular chassis demands – and gets – an equally exceptional drivetrain. It comes in the form of an immensely potent 7.3-litre, naturally aspirated V12 engine. Thanks to the adoption of a dry-sump oil system the engine is mounted 100mm lower than in any previous V12-engined Aston Martin road car, which helps keep the One-77’s center-of-gravity as low as possible. To further aid agility and endow the Aston Martin One-77 with progressive handling and stable, predictable on-limit behaviour, the engine is also mounted 257mm aft relative to the front wheel centerline. In so doing the front-mid-engined layout shared by all of Aston Martin’s current road car range has been taken to a new level.

The Aston Martin One-77’s magnificent power unit is an extreme evolution of the 6.0-litre V12 engines fitted to the DBS, DB9 and new V12 Vantage models. Like the collaboration with MTC for the build of the chassis, Aston Martin has chosen a world-leading partner with which to develop the motor: legendary engine builders, Cosworth. It has proved to be the perfect collaboration, as Chris Porritt explains.

“Our brief to the engine team was for them to take the 6.0-litre V12 as far as it could go, both in terms of output and weight reduction. The targets were a power output of no less than 700bhp with a 10 per cent reduction in engine mass. Incredibly, the Aston Martin and Cosworth engineers achieved a mass reduction of some 25 per cent, and although we’ve yet to complete the final engine calibration work, I’m confident we’ll see in excess of 700bhp. It’s an awesome accomplishment, but one that’s typical of the One-77 project, for it has consistently brought out the very best in everyone involved.”

Wearing Pirelli P Zero Corsa tires (255/35 ZR20 front, 335/30 ZR20 rear) developed specifically for the Aston Martin One-77, all 700+bhp is transmitted to the road through the rear wheels via a new six-speed gearbox. Controlled via column-mounted paddles behind the steering wheel, this robotised sequential manual is a new generation of Aston Martin’s familiar transmission. Though it is made specifically for the One-77 and features specially strengthened internals to cope with the tremendous power and torque, the lessons learned in its development will ultimately find their way into the company’s series production models.

It’s a mark of the inherent capabilities of Aston Martin’s acclaimed lightweight Carbon Ceramic Matrix brake technology that it has been used as the basis for the Aston Martin One-77’s braking system. The internals of the callipers have been re-engineered to transmit less heat from the brake pads into the brake fluid, while the discs themselves have been developed to ensure the maximum possible contact area between the face of the disc and the brake pads for improved stopping power. Due to the Aston Martin One-77’s increased performance, special attention has also been paid to brake cooling, as the brakes have less time to cool between bursts of acceleration.

With a projected weight of 1,500kg the Aston Martin One-77 will occupy the very highest echelons of road car performance. Top speed is confidently predicted to be in excess of 200mph, with a 0-60mph time in approximately 3.5sec. Perhaps more importantly, thanks to the purity of a front-engined, rear-drive layout, the responsiveness and immense tractability of a naturally aspirated V12 and the low mass, high-rigidity properties of a carbon fiber chassis, the One-77 promises a driving experience of unrivalled intensity and excitement while representing the world’s most desirable automotive art form.

Aston Martin One-77 Debut

Aston Martin has made announcement that Aston Martin One-77 will make its debut on April 24th at Concorso d’Eleganza Villa d’Este. Powered by a 6.0-litre V12 with a six-speed gearbox, Aston Martin One-77 may outputs 700 hp.

Aston Martin One-77 gets a 0-60 mph of 3.5 seconds acceleration time and the top speed of Aston Martin One-77 is more than 200 mph.

Aston Martin One-77 technical illustration was presented for the first time at the previous Geneva Motor Show. However, it will comes with a show-stopper design at Concorso d’Eleganza Villa d’Este.

Press Release

Aston Martin has confirmed the first public display of the complete One-77 concept will be held at the world renowned Concorso d’Eleganza event in the grounds of the Grand Hotel Villa d’Este on the shores of Lake Como, Italy on 24-26 April 2009.

The One-77 is Aston Martin’s definitive sports car, one that epitomises everything Aston Martin from technology, hand-craftsmanship of the hand rolled aluminum panels to the attention to detail. A culmination of all the marque’s know-how, the One-77 delivers effortless beauty guaranteed to stir the senses with performance potential eclipsing any previous Aston Martin. It’s this extraordinary workmanship and money-no-object commitment to quality that makes the One-77 unique. It promises a driving experience of unrivalled intensity and excitement while representing the world’s most desirable automotive art form.

The One-77 concept will be revealed in the perfect setting at Lake Como showcasing for the first time a complete concept; including full running powertrain and the world premiere of the eagerly anticipated interior design. The interior environment blends the stunning detail of the exterior and draws it inside with incredible meticulousness through the use of exotic materials and hand made parts detailing the quintessence of Aston Martin engineering and design expertise.

Last month Aston Martin showcased a technical illustration of the One-77 at the Geneva Auto Salon, revealing the technical intricacies and engineering excellence that will exist beneath the One-77’s handmade body. Since then, the technical illustration has undergone painstaking handcraftsmanship to be developed into a complete car.

Aston Martin Chief Executive, Dr Ulrich Bez said: “The One-77 demonstrates the unique capabilities of our company – it encompasses engineering excellence with a great passion from our engineers, designers and technical partners.

”This is a major step in One-77’s engineering program, showing the first complete car, and will demonstrate new benchmarks in many different fields of automotive design.

“The craftsmanship and design that has gone into the creation of the Aston Martin One-77 lifts automotive engineering into the realm of art. With its finely sculpted forms and sleek lines, it is an expression of unparalleled beauty that embodies everything Aston Martin stands for.”

Aston Martin Rapide Sports Car

Aston Martin Rapide sports car details and image has been released by the company. Powered by a 6.0 liter V12 engine that has been tuned, Aston Martin Rapide sports car may outputs 470bhp and 600Nm of torque. Unfortunately, the company did not release about its top speed and acceleration time.

With a four-door format with ’swan wing’ doors, Aston Martin Rapide sports car is built on the VH (Vertical/Horizontal) extruded aluminum architecture.

Aston Martin Rapide sports car is the first Aston Martin’s four-door production sports car which has been previewed in a concept form at the Detroit Auto Show in 2006.

Aston Martin Rapide sports car will be launched for the first time at the end of 2009, but the first unit of this model will be delivered in 2010.

Press Release

ASTON MARTIN RAPIDE: THE WORLD’S MOST ELEGANT FOUR-DOOR SPORTS CAR

The Aston Martin Rapide has moved into the final stages of its development program, on course for a public debut in late 2009, with the first customer cars due to be delivered in early 2010.

First revealed as the Aston Martin Rapide Concept at the Detroit Auto Show in 2006, the Aston Martin Rapide is one of the most eagerly awaited cars of the year. As Aston Martin’s first true four-door production sports car, the Aston Martin Rapide encapsulates the core values of the brand within an elegant, high-powered sports grand tourer, with four full-sized seats, generous accommodation and luggage space and trademark Aston Martin performance.

Aston Martin Chief Executive, Dr. Ulrich Bez said: “The Aston Martin Rapide will be the most elegant four-door sports car in the world.

It completes the Aston Martin range conveying our established attributes of Power, Beauty and Soul.

“In 2010 there will be an Aston Martin for every type of sports car customer regardless of the demands of their lifestyle. The Aston Martin Rapide is the most versatile, bringing a new benchmark of luxury and refinement to both driver and passenger.”

The concept received worldwide acclaim for its design as well as strong expressions of interest from customers. Following the purchase of Aston Martin in June 2007, the production version of the Aston Martin Rapide was approved and development began in earnest. Underpinned by Aston Martin’s VH (Vertical/Horizontal) extruded aluminum architecture, the Aston Martin Rapide retains the elegant, flowing proportions that are integral to every Aston Martin and remains remarkably faithful to the original design study.

The cohesive design language and elegant form of the Rapide ensure it is a perfect complement to the other cars in Aston Martin’s line-up. From the outset, the Rapide was designed with no aesthetic compromise. “We wanted to make the most beautiful four-door sports car in the world,” Aston Martin’s Director of Design Marek Reichman stated when the concept was first shown.

The signature elements of Aston Martin’s design language translate seamlessly to the four-door format, with key features such as the ‘swan wing’ doors – rising upwards and outwards as they swing open – facilitating access to the two beautifully trimmed individual rear seats. The bodywork flows effortlessly from front to rear, where a kicked up tail and strong rear shoulders wrap around the wheel arches to create the classic Aston Martin silhouette, enveloping the additional doors, seats for children or two adults on shorter journeys and functional luggage capacity.

Described by Reichman as a lithe ‘long distance runner’, compared to the sprinter-like poise of the V8 Vantage and the muscularity of the DBS, the Aston Martin Rapide’s lines are a master class in maintaining purity of proportion and vision. Detail design is crucial, with Aston Martin’s iconic side strake extended to run through the front doors before blending into the rear door, lending a sense of dynamic thrust to the Rapide’s stance.

The Aston Martin Rapide has been subjected to Aston Martin’s rigorous testing program including extreme climate testing and dynamic performance trials at the company’s new Nürburgring Test Center to ensure it will display the brand’s integral high speed abilities. The last stages of endurance testing are now underway with final sign-off expected later this year before a production car is debuted in September.

The Rapide will offer performance purity and the same level of sporting ability as all modern Aston Martins. Powered by a version of Aston Martin’s 6.0 liter V12 engine producing 470bhp and 600Nm of torque and, hand built at the company’s engine facility in Cologne, the Aston Martin Rapide’s rear wheels are driven through a highly responsive Touchtronic gearbox. Performance figures have yet to be revealed, although early indications are that the Rapide will offer class-leading performance and dynamics, alongside new levels of refinement and luxury.

The Aston Martin Rapide will be built at a new production facility in Graz, Austria managed by the acclaimed vehicle manufacturer Magna Steyr and co-ordinated by a fully integrated Aston Martin team from the UK. The new production facility is closely modelled on the Gaydon factory and will combine a sophisticated modern production line with the Aston Martin traditional hand-finishing skills, a proud blend of craft processes and attention to detail. The interior will further develop Aston Martin’s skilful use of genuine high quality materials, applied appropriately and effectively to ensure that form always follows function.

“Rapide will exceed expectations to deliver elegance and practicality in a form that will allow driving enjoyment and comfort beyond anything that exists today,” says Dr Ulrich Bez, “The Rapide will exist in a class all of its own, a true Aston Martin with the high performance and dynamic excellence that defines the brand, and a luxurious sporting grand tourer without equal.”

Alfa MiTo RIAR Special Edition

Alfa MiTo RIAR special edition has been launched by R.I.A.R (Registro Italiano Alfa Romeo) to celebrate its 46-year history and brand loyalty.

Comes in a black paint finish, Alfa MiTo RIAR also equipped with matching headlight and rear-light trims, red brake calipers, 17 “forged dark rims (same design as the ones on the 8C Competizione). Alfa MiTo RIAR’s engine has been tuned and the power increased from 155 hp to 170 hp.

Alfa MiTo RIAR comes with some options list includes a carbon fiber look dashboard, rear diffuser, sport seats, a rear window spoiler, a black or burgundy leather interior.

Alfa MiTo RIAR can also be fitted with fog lights, digitally controlled two-zone automatic air conditioning and parking sensors.

With only 46 units will be built, Alfa MiTo RIAR will be priced 20,000 Euros.

Alfa Romeo 159 1750 TBi

Alfa Romeo 159 1750 TBi which complies with the Euro 5 emissions standards has been announced by Alfa Romeo.

Powered by a 1750 cc turbocharged petrol engine, Alfa Romeo 159 1750 TBi may develops 200 hp between 4,750 and 5,500 rpm and 320 Nm of torque at 1,400 rpm.

Alfa Romeo 159 1750 TBi may reach its top speed at 235 km/h and a 0 to 100 km/h sprint time of 7.7 seconds.

Alfa Romeo has promises that the Alfa Romeo 159 1750 TBi will be real driver’s car with genuine sports performance and muscular acceleration while equipped with 6-speed manual gearbox.

Press Release

The Alfa Romeo 159 is certainly no exception. Starting from April 2009, the new 159 will be available with a brand new engine: a 1750 cc turbocharged petrol engine that conforms to Euro 5 standards and develops 200 HP between 4,750 and 5,500 rpm with 320 Nm of torque at only 1,400 rpm.

The new 1750 cc turbo petrol engine (manufactured by FPT - Fiat Powertrain Technologies) comes combined with a six speed manual gearbox and boasts advanced ignition control solutions including direct fuel injection, two continuously variable valve timing units, a turbocharger and a revolutionary scavenging control system. The resulting performance is comparable to – or better than – that of many 3 liter engines while still delivering fuel consumption typical of a compact four cylinder unit.

The force behind the development of any Alfa Romeo engine is the company’s determination to use technology to enhance driving pleasure. This certainly applies to the development of the new, Euro 5, “1750 Turbo Benzina 200 CV” unit destined immediately for the Alfa Romeo 159 and later on for the Alfa Romeo Brera, Spider and 159 Sportwagon.

This engine takes the Alfa Romeo 159, with its refined Italian styling and typical sporting elegance to an impressive top speed of 235 km/h and accelerates it from 0 to 100 km/h in just 7.7 seconds. The 200 HP Alfa Romeo 159 1750 TBi is therefore a true representative of Alfa’s exclusive motoring lifestyle. Far from being a mere ‘means of transport’, the new 159 is a real driver’s car.

It delivers genuine sports performance and muscular acceleration thanks to generous torque and smooth response even at low revs and the extended power band of a modern, advanced petrol engine that minimizes the need for you to ‘work’ the gearbox. The engine sound too is inspiring without ever becoming tiresome.

Acura ZDX Prototype Unveiled

Acura ZDX Prototype has been unveiled at the New York International Auto Show. Acura ZDX is a luxury four-door sports coupemade with 192.4 inches long, 78.5 inches wide, and 61.8 inches tall. This prototype also has a wheelbase of 108.2 inches.

Acura ZDX prototype gets the power source from a VTEC V6 engine coupled with a 6-speed automatic transmission. Acura ZDX prototype also equipped with Super Handling All-Wheel Drive and Sequential SportShift.

Acura ZDX prototype is a 5-seater car that comes equipped with some interesting features such as AcuraLink Real-Time Traffic and Weather, Acura’s Navigation System with Voice Recognition, and also Acura/ELS Surround audio system and Bluetooth connectivity.

Although Acura ZDX price has not been announced yet by the company, but this prototype will be available in the fall of 2009.

Press Release

A prototype of the provocative Acura ZDX luxury four-door sports coupemade its world debut at the New York International Auto Show. The production version of the dramatically styled prototype goes on-sale in the fall of 2009. The segment bending Acura ZDX features stunning coupe-like styling with the added benefit of a commanding presence and flexible utility.

“The ZDX is truly a luxury performance coupe - plus,” said Jeff Conrad, vice president of Acura sales. “The emotional coupe styling coupled with a luxurious and dramatic interior and surprising versatility, allows the Acura ZDX to define its own segment and attract an entirely new customer.”

The ZDX is designed to break new ground for Acura in the areas of provocative styling, contemporary luxury and meticulous refinement. With its sensuous curves, sharply raked roofline and bold fender flares, the Acura ZDX blurs the distinction between coupe, sedan and sport utility vehicle. Clean, flowing lines start from the headlights and run the length of the car, accentuating the cars presence and grace. In keeping with the coupe-inspired styling, the rear door handles are cleverly concealed in the C-pillar. The all-glass tailgate opens wide to reveal a highly functional cargo space with integrated under-floor storage. The prototype is finished off with stylish dual chrome exhaust outlets and 9-spoke machined wheels fitted with 20-inch Michelin tires.

“From the very first sketch of the ZDX, I wanted to create an emotional vehicle that challenged conventional thinking of what a sports coupe should be,” said Michelle Christensen, Acura ZDX exterior designer. “My goal was to create a strikingly beautiful exterior, and use that attraction to help draw you into the rich interior.”

Inside, the Acura ZDX exudes modern luxury while focusing on pampering the front passengers. The cabin is enveloped in leather, which gives the interior a luxurious and inviting feel. The hand-stitched leather dash and instrument panel sweep down to form a dual cockpit layout, creating a personal and intimate experience for the front seat occupants. The premium leather seats are highly bolstered to support the passengers during sporty driving and at the same time provide comfort during a long getaway. A black monochromatic center stack leads to the textured metallic center console, which complements the black and pearl white leather trim. The thick leather wrapped steering wheel provides ample grip and is framed by racing-inspired paddle shifters for the ultimate in driver control. The cabin is enclosed by a panoramic glass roof which runs the entire length of the vehicle, providing occupants with a breathtaking view of the world around them.

The production Acura ZDX will bring a new level of prestige and sophistication when it arrives at Acura dealerships in the fall, offering the latest advancements in performance, technology and safety. The Acura ZDX will deliver sports sedan performance on the road with its powerful V-6 engine mated to an all-new, smooth shifting 6-speed automatic transmission. The potent powertrain will be coupled with Acura’s exclusive Super Handling All-Wheel Drive (SH-AWD) system, giving the Acura ZDX outstanding handling and cornering capabilities in all-weather conditions.

In typical Acura fashion, the Acura ZDX will be available with the latest in customer enhancing technologies and advanced safety features including an all-new blind spot information system, which will help drivers change lanes more confidently. A new multi-view rear camera makes parking even easier with the added enhancement of both a wide angle and top down view. Acura signature technologies like Acura Navigation System with Voice Recognition, AcuraLink Real-Time Traffic and Weather, Acura/ELS Surround premium audio system and Bluetooth connectivity will also be available on the all-new model.

The Acura ZDX represents the next step for Acura in its advancement to becoming one of the top luxury brands and makes a clear statement toward the future of the brand.

Acura ZDX Prototype Dimensions:

Length: 192.4 inches
Width: 78.5 inches
Height: 61.8 inches
Wheelbase: 108.2 inches
Wheel/tire: 9-spoke custom alloy wheels with Michelin Latitude HP 275/40ZR 20 tires
Powertrain: All-aluminum VTEC V-6, all-new 6-speed automatic transmission with Sequential SportShift and Super Handling All-Wheel Drive (SH-AWD)
Seating capacity: 5-passengers

Hennessey Performance Engineering’s HPE700 is a Bastard

If you ever wanted a flaming love child for a car, you will find it in the Hennessey Performance Engineering’s HPE700. The car is a cross between the standard 2010 Camaro SS and the Corvette ZR1. The car looks sleek and beautiful and even comes with awesome features, which will wow you to hell.

The car comes with 15″ ceramic brakes, faux hideaway headlights and much more, and is designed to suit the tastes and needs of the rich and the famous. The HPE700 will cost $109,50 and is definitely an expensive car to buy and certainly hip looking.

Toyota Prius Comes with Solar Panels

If you were wondering what is happening in the league of luxury sedans, you must actually hear about Toyota Prius. Surprisingly, it has been fitted with a solar power roof which would help save energy and save environment. This is very important in times of global warming when most of the pollution is caused by cars and emissions.

All you would need to do is spend 1,450 Pounds and you could convert your Toyota Prius into a solar powered efficient car that would not only look good but would also be an environment saver. I would say, it would have bee only good if all the luxury cars come with solar panels on the top of their roofs.

Bulgaria Energy Holding Has Bought 77 Luxury Cars in 2009

Bulgarian Energy Holding (BEH) has bought 77 luxury cars since the beginning of 2009.

The BEH defended the purchases, saying the contract was announced on their website in April and that the cars were necessary for the subsidiaries of the company.

Three companies gave documents to the BEH to take part in the open process for the supply of the cars, including Industrial Commerce and Porsche-Bulgaria. The 77 cars were all Hyundai, Volkswagen or Iveko and had an average price of BGN 60 000, bought on 5 year leasing deals.

Bulgaria's Prime Minister, Boyko Borisov, announced Friday morning that his government was going to shut down BEH which was formed as a mega energy structure by the Socialist government in 2008, uniting all major state-owned energy companies.

2009 Detroit Auto Show Luxury Car

2009 Detroit Auto Show - Doomsday Defense

Pickup trucks? What pickup trucks? While we spent most of our time rooting for the Detroit Three this year, we have to confess that it's hard to beat the Italian aisle for sweet designs and sleek lines. It's gotta be in the blood.

2009 Latest BMW Z4 Luxury Car

BMW's z4 a coupe or a roadster with, BMW is in front of manufacture? Z3, a spa, will be assembled in South Carolina. 2-door coupe with a 2-door convertible or manufacturing, z4 is a rear wheel drive and sports cars. a variant of the z4 roadster and coupe variant of the E85 and the E86 is called, also known as common. Z4 configuration in 2002 the first 2.0 liters and 3.2-liter engine is made to the current production. BMW Korea is also a difference in that hood? consists of the 5 speed automatic z4, 5 speed, or 6 speed manual transmission, semi-manual. In the form of BMW? z4 that the length of 161 inches, 70 inches wide, 50 inches, the height of the car was.

Future Cars

Jaguar has been the 98-pound weakling of the luxury market lately, but not for lack of substance in its products. The brand has rocketed up the initial quality ratings (of course, when you're coming from near rock-bottom, there's nowhere else to go) over the past few years and a recent German poll ranked it as one of the highest-quality luxury marques. But the fickle luxury market decided that Jaguar's retro-themed styling was simply too stodgy and old-school next to the other swoopy European and Japanese luxury models. The new XK was first to cautiously morph into a more contemporary style. But come '08, the new S-Type will completely obliterate the tweed jacket, stiff-upper-lip image anyone might still have of Jaguar.I admit it: this is a seriously bold, eye-catching design. Controversial? Absolutely, but so were the newest BMW 7-series and the Chrysler 300 when first introduced. Both have proven to be major hits. And the new S-Type may be Jaguar’s biggest bat yet. Although the marque has traditionally had limited appeal with the hip-hop, celebrity, and pro-athlete segment, the S-Type’s in-your-face styling just might be just the ticket to get into more rap videos and celebrity mags. Like it or not, this demographic has definite make-it-or-break-it power for status symbols, be they cars, clothing, jewelry or other assorted accoutrements of the luxury lifestyle.The revitalized Mini has proven that British cars still have an undeniable chic factor about them, even if their guts come from all corners of the globe. The base engine on the new S-Type is rumored to be based on a Volvo design. Do you think anyone will care? If it has attractive styling, strong performance, all the expected bells-and-whistles, and is priced relatively competitively with the usual German suspects, it won't fail for lack of equipment. Hopefully this swoopy new model will generate the buzz Jaguar hopes it will to bring it back into the public eye.

The Award Winner Car “Opel Siderium” Gives You Interior Luxury

Opel Siderium is the winner of the Best Conceptual Interior award at Interior Motive Design Awards 2008. The concept of this car is a combination of luxury and style. The textures and accessories of this car are marked by soft curves and an amazing look. The car has been mainly taken care for the interior luxury and versatility with widely customized interiors. Know More Future Cars.The main advantage of this car is we can change the shape of seats as we need into a number of shapes. As the doors are made up of tempering glass they can be altered in its external layer color by the users. The designers of this car are Vinicius Barbosa Crepaldi and Tiago Aiello Tomé De Souza.

uxury car sedans

Well-off people normally have more than one car. They have cars for work and they have cars for special occasions. The special occasion cars are usually luxury cars that cost several times as much as a regular sedan. The question is should you be buying luxury cars at all?

Some people prefer luxury cars over a sedan. And there are simply too many cars in the market claiming to be one even if they are short on certain features. So before you fall for these claims hook, line, and sinker, it is best that you know what a luxury vehicle really is and what is not.

Leather seats and an exceptional stereo system don't make a car a luxury vehicle. Keep in mind that luxury cars are not built overnight. More than the make and model of the car, these vehicles require years of planning and design. And so the companies that are worthy to release luxury cars are only those who have been in the automotive industry for a long time. It would be an added plus it they have already proven their worth in that particular line.

Lexus cars and Rolls and Royce are good examples of luxury cars. But before you go ahead and purchase these vehicles, you've got to ask yourself if you can afford it. If you can't, would you settle for a second-hand? Luxury car manufacturers imply that if you're asking for the price of a luxury vehicle prior to buying it, chances are, you can't afford it. So unless you can go up to a million on one luxury car, it is not worth asking whether or not you should buy one or not.

Why do you have to buy a luxury car in the first place? This is the most important question of all. Would like to buy one because you want to look better off among your friends and colleagues? Would you like to impress somebody? Or do you simply like to own one, park it around the house, and pull it off the garage whenever you want to arrive in style at some place? While these are all good reasons to buy luxury cars, they are not sufficient enough to justify the price of these vehicles. Even if you're buying a second-hand, it is still advisable that you go for a brand new sedan that performs better than a run-down BMW.

2056 Alfa Romeo Spix flying concept car

2056 Alfa Romeo Spix flying concept car

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What you’re looking at could be the 2056 Alfa Brera with the optional hover package.Called the Alfa Romeo Spix flying concept car, it was designed by a 2-D/3-D artist from Belgium (we think) who posted pics of his creation along with an absolutely stunning video on CGfolks.com. Can you believe he does this for fun? (Actually, it appears he’s begun a small design firm, but we can’t confirm that due to the language barrier.) Known as Creatix on the CGFolks forum, the artist explains his attempt to fuse an impression of power and robustness in a design that reflects what Alfa Romeos might look like in 50 years. The concept is very creative and just goes to show how much untapped creative talent is out there. We’re just saying, an automaker could do worse than having someone like Creatix on the payroll.

Acura GSX hopes to shuttle the elite passengers of Virgin Galactic

Zero-emission car gets powered by dual hydrogen fuel cells

Futuristic Virgin Galactic astronauts wouldn’t be normally shuttled to the company’s spaceport in the Mojave Desert, and while Virgin Galactic is working on the most important technologies, industrial designers have taken up the task to design a luxurious means to shuttle the elite class to the spaceport. The Acura GSX by Jeremy Burgess is one such concept vehicle that has specifically been designed for the task.

The vehicle is designed for the year 2025, when space travel won’t be as uncommon as it is today. The interior of the car features seating for three, with a single seat up front for the driver and two rear seats for the astronauts. The vehicle will offer an unmatched luxurious ride for the astronauts from Los Angeles to the spaceport in the Mojave Desert.

The Acura GSX is designed to be powered by a fuel cell platform similar to Honda’s FCX platform. The green vehicle will be powered by a hydrogen dual fuel cells configuration and each wheel will house an electric motor that features adaptive computer assisted suspension to compensate the increase in weight of the wheels.