Claiming to be its visions of mobility in the future, the BMW Group unveiled the BMW i3 and i8 concept vehicles for the first time. According to the company, these are just sneak peaks of their electrically-powered debut cars under the new BMW i sub-brand. The move looks at marking BMW’s position as an innovative [...]
If Rolls Royce does not sound like a auto brand bathed in luxury to at least a handful of people, the Rolls Royce Phantom solid gold edition is here to help the cause. The project has been announced as a collaboration between none other than Stuart Hughes of Liverpool, UK and Eurocash AG of Zug, [...]
The Maserati Grancabrio Sport which made its debut at the Geneva Motor show this year now reveals its pricing and availability details for the UK. This four-seater is said to be a powerful and more fuel efficient version of the GranCabrio. It is fuelled by an upgraded 4.7-litre V8 engine and outs 450 hp alongside [...]
Audi has finally raised the curtains off its A8 L W12 Quattro which is supposed to be the top version of its flagship model in India. This latest vehicle from the German manufacturer’s stable possesses a 6.3 FSI petrol engine that is capable of taking it from 0 to 100km/h in 4.7 seconds and achieving [...]
Chevrolet has enticed the diesel hatchback market in India by launching the Beat Diesel at an event we attended today. The car dons the new 1.0 XSDE Smartech engine that has been bred specifically for Indian roads by the GM Technical Centre in Bangalore in partnership with GM Power-train Europe. Chevrolet is currently celebrating 100 [...]
Maintaining its principles of ‘compact outside, spacious inside’ since 1999, Toyota has redesigned the 2012 Yaris with new features and a compact appearance. Sporting a bolder, sharper and more dynamic look, the car still remains true to its original concept. Chief designer Dezi Nagaya has stated the car to have a ‘keen appearance’ with the [...]
’ The all electric Nissan Leaf gets all geared up to hit the U.S markets in 2012. Accompanied with additional equipment fitted as standard, the model will include quick charging, cold-weather features and upgrades based on feedback provided by users who have experienced and driven the vehicle. With most options being standardized, the Nissan Lead [...]
An exclusive deal signed between Caterham Cars and new importer Courtenay Trading International will see the former’s legendary Seven cars entering the Chinese market. CTI anticipates appointing a total of six retailers in key provinces of China over the coming year. Initial sales, precisely for the first year of operation are being targeted between 30 [...]
An all new addition to Saab is the 9-4 crossover, making its debut in the U.S. Recently awarded the ‘Top Safety Pick’ title by the IIHS, the vehicle is said to have car-like handling and ride qualities. Based on a sedan or wagon format, the main reason for the dynamic performance is said to be [...]
Nissan recently announced pricing details of its 2012 Versa Hatchback for U.S. markets and its entry level models are set to cost less than $15000. This car is a successor to Nissan’s popular first-generation design and is currently available in dealerships all over the U.S. in three trim levels. The company has also announced the [...]
’ From the wide success of the BMW M3 back in 1987 and 1992, BMW has unveiled the M3 DTM concept car which is expected to hit the track in 2012. Motor show fans and visitors at the BMW Welt were given the opportunity to preview the vehicle. Also, Andy Priaulx and Augusto Farfus where [...]
As Fiat plans to put across its A-segment four-seater 500 for customers in China, it has also crafted an exclusive First Edition model. The Fiat 500 First Edition will be produced in limited number of 100 units. The Italian car maker has given it an Asian touch by roping in creative graphics of five young [...]
’ The Toyota HILUX takes on a new look for its 2012 debut. Keeping up with times, the vehicle has been re-designed in a more comprehensive way including many new hi-tech features. Starting from the A-pillar all the way to a new wheel design, the car features a new bonnet, radiator grill, headlamp and bumper. [...]
With the emergence of eco-friendly cars, Mitsubishi Motors i-MiEV new generation electric vehicles will be available in the affordable ‘M’ and highly capable ‘G’ models. Based on model type, the automobiles are designed as entry-level and advanced technology cars. The introduction of the two i-MiEV vehicles was based on the feedback of customers who wished [...]
The upcoming Range Rover 2012 sport model will feature many new developments and changes. The Range Rover Sport, Autobiography Sport and limited editions of the vehicle will receive an upgrade for for their release in 2012. The new models will include improvements to fuel consumption and power. The engine has been tuned up to 256hp [...]
