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Audi to present the RS 5 in Geneva

Posted on 22. Feb, 2010 by webmestre.

Audi to present the RS 5 in Geneva
* Coupé with 331 kW (450 PS) high-revving V8 engine
* RS 5 also efficient – 10.8 liters per 100 km (21.78 US mpg)
* Newly-developed center differential for quattro drivetrain
Unbridled power lurking in a classically elegant coupé: the Audi RS 5 will debut at the Geneva Auto Show. The [...]

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The Shape of Things to Come: Opel Flextreme GT/E Concept

Posted on 18. Feb, 2010 by webmestre.

World Premiere at the Geneva Motor Show 2010
The Shape of Things to Come: Opel Flextreme GT/E Concept

Expressive design driven by efficient environmental performance
Alternative propulsion proves versatility of Opel’s ground-breaking E-REV technology

Rüsselsheim. Opel will unveil its Flextreme GT/E concept car at the 80th Geneva Motor Show (March 4 – 14), that will boost the company’s credentials [...]

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GM To Invest $494 Million In U.S. Manufacturing For Next-Generation Ecotec Engines

Posted on 18. Feb, 2010 by webmestre.

GM To Invest $494 Million In U.S. Manufacturing For Next-Generation Ecotec Engines
o Three plants involved in project: Tonawanda, NY; Defiance, OH and Bay City, MI
o Project results in nearly 550 jobs
o Next generation Ecotec engines will continue to provide the right combination of fuel efficiency and performance to meet customer expectations
DETROIT – General Motors will [...]

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Jaguar unveils the ultimate XKR Special Edition

Posted on 17. Feb, 2010 by webmestre.

JAGUAR TO UNVEIL THE FASTEST XK EVER AT GENEVA SHOW
Jaguar unveils the ultimate XKR Special Edition
Jaguar will unveil the latest dramatic evolution of its supercharged XKR coupe at the Geneva Motor Show. The stunning new XKR Special Edition delivers a significantly raised maximum speed – 174mph (280km/h) – and bold exterior styling changes that create [...]

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Lexus to reveal CT 200h at the 2010 Geneva Motor Show

Posted on 17. Feb, 2010 by webmestre.

Lexus to reveal CT 200h at the 2010 Geneva Motor Show
* World premiere of the Lexus CT 200h
* A fresh new gateway to progressive luxury and Lexus
* The first and only full hybrid vehicle in the premium compact segment
Six months after the LF-Ch concept was revealed, Lexus will unveil the new CT 200h at the [...]

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The new Lotus Elise probably has the lowest CO2 for its performance for any gasoline high performance sportscar in the world

Posted on 17. Feb, 2010 by webmestre.

The new Lotus Elise probably has the lowest CO2 for its performance for any gasoline high performance sportscar in the world
The Lotus Elise revolutionised the sportscar market 14 years ago when the small lightweight agile 2-seat mid engine sportscar was introduced. By ensuring that the Elise stuck rigidly to Lotus’ core values of performance through [...]

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First Ancestor of All Porsche Sports Cars on Show in America for the First Time

Posted on 17. Feb, 2010 by webmestre.

First Ancestor of All Porsche Sports Cars on Show in America for the First Time
Stuttgart. The Museum run by Dr. Ing. h.c. F. Porsche AG, Stuttgart, Germany, is sending its legendary Type 64 Berlin-Rome Car on a long journey. Befitting the 60th anniversary of Porsche in America, the aluminium body of Type 64 will be [...]

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NEW BENTLEY CONTINENTAL SUPERSPORTS CONVERTIBLE

Posted on 17. Feb, 2010 by webmestre.

NEW BENTLEY CONTINENTAL SUPERSPORTS CONVERTIBLE
FlexFuel technology now standard across Continental model range
* The Continental Supersports Convertible is the fastest, most potent drop-top Bentley ever built – 0-60mph in just 3.9 seconds (0-100km/h in 4.2 seconds) and a top speed of 202mph (325km/h). It is also the fastest four-seat convertible in the world.
* The Supersports is [...]

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THREE FORD VEHICLES SELECTED AS ‘TOP 10 FAMILY CARS FOR 2010’ BY KBB.COM

Posted on 16. Feb, 2010 by webmestre.

THREE FORD VEHICLES SELECTED AS ‘TOP 10 FAMILY CARS FOR 2010’ BY KBB.COM
* The 2010 Ford Fusion Hybrid, 2010 Ford Taurus and 2010 Ford Flex are among the “Top 10 Family Cars for 2010,” according to the editors of Kelley Blue Book’s kbb.com
* Vehicles are chosen based on factors such as resale value, fuel efficiency, [...]

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