Chevrolet unveils the new Camaro – a fun, efficient sports car for the 21st century
Chevrolet today revealed the new production Camaro, a heritage-inspired sports car for the 21st century, combining great looks and performance, advanced technology and surprising efficiency. Sales in the United States will begin in the first quarter of 2009. The European launch will follow later read more [via] www.gmeurope.info
Opel/Vauxhall Insignia: Double Premiere at London Motor Show
Opel / Vauxhall will showcase to the public for the first time at the British International Motor Show (July 23 – August 3) both the four-door notchback and five-door hatchback versions of its new flagship car, the Insignia. read more [via] www.gmeurope.info
Saab 9-X BioHybrid Honored at Automotive Hall of Fame
Already labeled “Best Concept” by AutoWeek Magazine upon its world debut at the Geneva auto show last March, the Saab 9-X BioHybrid has been voted “Specialty Concept Car of the Year” by a jury of 25 professional North American automotive journalists. The award ceremony took place at the Automotive Hall of Fame in Dearborn, Michigan. read more [via] www.gmeurope.info
Sneak preview: next-generation Cadillac SRX Crossover
Today Cadillac provided a special sneak preview of the next-generation SRX Crossover, a 2010 model that will launch worldwide in the fall of 2009.The all-new SRX is intended to bring a more dynamic alternative to the heart of the luxury crossover segment, featuring a fresh iteration of Cadillac’s signature design language.
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Chevrolet Orlando show car signals entry into new segment for the brand
The Orlando show car, making its world premiere at the Paris Motor Show in October, is clear indication that Chevrolet considers to enter the seven-seat family multi-purpose vehicle (MPV) segment with a distinctive sport utility-like design, offering adaptable seating and impressive interior space read more>>www.gmeurope.info
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2009 Cadillac CTS - All-new technology, new design and a hand-crafted interior
The all-new 2009 Cadillac CTS luxury saloon arrives in UK showrooms from 1 September 2008. With a dramatic coupe-like profile, the new right-hand-drive CTS has a lavish specification as standard. Both engines are mated to a six-speed automatic transmission. An advanced 2.9 litre V6 diesel engine will join the new CTS line-up in 2009. read more>>www.gmeurope.info
General Motors launched its next 100 years today by unveiling the much-anticipated production version of the Chevrolet Volt - a vehicle that delivers up to 40 miles of gasoline- and emissions-free electric driving, with the extended-range capability of hundreds of additional miles. read more [via] www.gmeurope.info
New fuels, new models for HUMMER in 2009
The iconic HUMMER range of vehicles look forward to an exciting 2009, with a range of new models, new powertrains and new initiatives which expand HUMMER appeal to a new range of customers. What hasn’t changed though is the unique style that sets every HUMMER apart on the highway and the legendary capabilities that set it apart in off-road performance too read more>>www.gmeurope.info
European Premiere: Chevrolet Volt Production Version: A New Breed of Electric Vehicle
Making its European debut at Paris, the much-anticipated production version of the Chevrolet Volt delivers up to 60 kilometers of gasoline and emissions-free electric driving, with the extended-range capability of hundreds of additional kilometers. read more [via] www.gmeurope.info
CTS Sport Wagon extends Cadillac’s design-driven Renaissance
Unveiled against a backdrop of automotive fine art at the Pebble Beach Concours d’Elegance, the new Cadillac CTS Sport Wagon showcases a dramatic design that brings the wagon body style to new markets. Following its debut in California, the CTS Sport Wagon will be seen in European Cadillac dealerships during the summer of 2009. read more [via] www.gmeurope.info
The Orlando show car is a clear indication that Chevrolet is considering an expansion to its portfolio with a seven-seat multi-purpose vehicle (MPV) with distinctive sport-utility-like design, adaptable seating and impressive interior space. read more [via] www.gmeurope.info
Opel Zafira 1.6 CNG Turbo: First Turbo-charged CNG Van
The most powerful natural gas-propelled vehicle premieres in December when Opel presents its first Compressed Natural Gas compact van with a turbo-charger at the Bologna motor show (December 5 to 14, 2008). read more [via] www.gmeurope.info
Opel presents Fuel Cell Vehicle Fleet with Business Partners in Berlin
The goal of achieving sustainable mobility with zero emissions came a step closer today when Opel announced the European part of GM’s biggest-ever test program for fuel cell vehicles during a visit by Germany’s Federal Minister of Transport, Building and Urban Affairs Wolfgang Tiefensee. read more [via] www.gmeurope.info
2010 Cadillac SRX: a distinctive alternative for today’s luxury crossover consumer
Cadillac unveiled the next-generation 2010 SRX Crossover today, featuring a completely new design and more-efficient, high-technology engine choices. The new SRX is a mid-sized luxury crossover coming to the North American International Auto Show next week. read more [via] www.gmeurope.info
Found this during my trip to Berlin two weeks ago. You could say it's to this one: www.flickr.com/photos/buecherwurm/251261257
Some information: 1,001 PS, 400 km/h top speed, price: 1.2 million Euro, limited to 300 exemplars.
The car body called Monocoque is made of one piece and made of carbon fiber, constructed by the Italian company Dallara, a specialist for car bodies. The motor and interior equipment is done by VW in Wolfsburg, the final mounting is done in the Alsacian town of Molsheim, where Bugatti is located. The special tires for this car are manufactured by Michelin.
The sweet looking Suzuki SX4 WRC Rally Car at the 2008 Toronto International Autoshow.
The revolutionary Opel Ampera, which will premiere March 5 at the Geneva Motor Show, will be the first emission-free, electrically propelled automobile in Europe suitable for everyday driving. For journeys up to 60 km, the five-door, four-seat hatchback runs on electricity stored in the 16-kWh, lithium-ion battery, and emits zero CO2. When the battery’s energy is depleted, electricity from an on-board engine-generator extends the Ampera’s range to more than 500 km. read more [vie] www.gmeurope.info
General Motors unveiled a further glimpse at the potential of electric propulsion today, this time in the form of luxury transportation, with the Cadillac Converj Concept. The Cadillac Converj was developed as a well-appointed grand touring coupe with a bold design and a host of interactive technology. read more [via] www.gmeurope.info
This is the sport hatch Mi.To, that will be shown to the press in June and will be sold from July 2008.
The 8C Competizione was introduced at the Frankfurt Motor Show in 2003. The lines of the twin seater are meant to echo the styling of Alfas of the 1930s and 1940s, and the "Competizione" name is a reference to the 1948 6C 2500 Competizione, which competed in the 1949 and 1950 Mille Miglia race and came third both times. It was in the latter of these two races that the car was driven by Juan-Manuel Fangio and Augusto Zanardi. It won the 1950 Targa Florio. A 3.0 litre prototype was built but not produced. These 6C 2500 models were among the last vehicles with links to the pre-war cars.
During the Mondial de l'Automobile 2006, Alfa Romeo announced the production of a limited series of 500 units of the 8C Competizione. The production version is very similar to the concept, with the biggest difference to the exterior being the rear-hinged hood. The car came in four colours: 8C Red, Competition Red, black or yellow. The bodyshell is made of carbon fibre, produced by ATR Group. The carbon fibre body is fitted to a steel chassis, made by Italian company ITCA Produzione. The final assembly takes place at the Maserati factory in Modena, Italy.
It is fitted with specially developed 20 inch tyres: 245/35 at the front and 285/35 at the rear, fitted on perforated rims in fluid moulded aluminium. The 8C brakes have been called phenomenal by Road & Track magazine, with a stopping distance of 32 metres, when travelling at an initial speed of 60mph (97km/h32 metres (105.0 ft). The official top speed is announced to be 292 kilometres per hour (181 mph) but it might be higher, with estimations that it could be around 306 kilometres per hour (190 mph) according to the Road & Track magazine. An Alfa Romeo engineer also stated that it is faster.
Top speed: 292 km/h (181 mph)
0-100 km/h (0-62 mph): 4.2 seconds
1/4 mile (~400 m): 12.4 seconds @ 115.4 mph (186 km/h)
Engine: V8
Displacement: 4.7 L (4691 cc) (286.8 cu in)
Power: 331 kW (450 PS) @ 7000 rpm
Torque: 480 N·m (354 ft·lbf) @ 4750 rpm
The Clio Renaultsport on show at this year's Geneva Motor Show.
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The Megane Renaultsport stole the limelight on Renault's stand at the 2009 Geneva Motor Show.
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Toyota has confirmed that the third generation Prius will officially return 72.4mpg combined, while emitting an astonishingly low 89g/km CO2 (qualifying it for free road tax).
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We think the styling of the new Scenic looks ham-fisted from some angles, but we doubt this will be an issue for most potential buyers, who will value interior functionality and low running costs over looks.
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The Nissan Cube on show at the 2009 Geneva Motor Show.
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Chevrolet’s new Spark will take on compact rivals such as the Ford Ka, Toyota Aygo and Fiat 500 when it goes on sale later this year.
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Hyundai unveiled its answer to the Ford Kuga at the Geneva Motor Show – the ix-onic crossover concept.
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The new Suzuki Alto on show at the Geneva Motor Show 2009.
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Ford unveiled a stunning concept car at the Geneva Motor Show, which is being described as a vision for the next generation of compact 'multi-activity vehicles'.
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General Motors shows off its new Opel Ampera at March's Geneva Motor Show - a five-door hybrid car with four seats.
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All nine of the engines available in the new Mercedes E-class saloon include 'direct injection' for improved fuel consumption and performance.
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The new Golf GTI on display at the Geneva Motor Show 2009.
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The previous Mazda3 MPS was one of the outright fastest hot hatches you could buy with a top speed limited to 155mph.
Since the new one uses a revised version of the same 2.3-litre DISI turbo petrol engine we can expect equally explosive performance.
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The Gran Turismo sits between the 5 Series saloon and the X5 in the BMW range and is said to be 'an appropriate alternative to an SUV'.
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BMW has announced the details of its all-new Z4 sports car, which features a two-piece folding hardtop for the first time. The car also represents the BMW debut of new suspension technology.
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