BMW M3 Carbon Edition limited edition for China

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Daihatsu Charade: 2011 Price updates

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Daihatsu Charade (wikipedia)  

New Ford Focus ST: paparazzi

It 'came the sports version of the Ford Focus sedan and take stands for ST. We are now certain of this news since it was no surprise in camouflage ... Read more ...

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Ford Focus (international) (wikipedia)  

Aston Martin V12 Vantage Zagato: we're waiting

The next 25 and June 26, the Aston Martin V12 Vantage Zagato attending the 24 Hours of Nurburgring, but have since been issued new images with new appendices ... Read more ...

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Aston Martin Vantage (2005) (wikipedia)  Zagato (homepage)  Zagato (wikipedia)  

Not just Google, we Italians have the car you drive alone

Google is not the only car that you drive alone, but also Italian robot car which was presented at the International Conference on Robotics in St. Petersburg in Russia. Just yesterday we talked about the Google car, a Toyota Prius which is distinguished by the fact that it can move by itself without a driver and laser equipment that mounts on the roof.

The Italian car was designed and built by Italian researchers at the University of Parma VisLab, whose director is the robotic Alberto Broggi. Google car as the car was tested for several thousands of kilometers through the streets of the United States, including the robot vehicle Vis Lab is managed at the end of summer 2010, to complete the crossing Asia from Parma in Shanghai.

Audi A2: a new exit to the market postponed to 2016?

The Audi apparently has no intention to repeat the commercial flop of 11 years ago with the Audi A2. This is because it seems there was a further reconsideration by the Audi for the release of some models of the future. In particular, we are talking about the sport compact car R4 and A2, the model should in fact redeem the bad impression of some 'years ago.

As for the Audi A2 seems to be scope for further slippage for the its release, or you could go to an extension of 3 or 4 years compared to the original plans. Initially there was talk of A2 as a possible model year of 2013 or in 2014, now rumors have moved that date to 2016, but incredibly remain unknown reasons that have prompted the German House to move it the debut of the A2 power.

Kia Picanto 2011 price gasoline / LPG, dimensions, engines

The 2011 Kia Picanto is now on sale at dealerships Italian and Kia Motors hopes that this model year 2011 a success. The 2011 Picanto city car will be available in four trim levels: Easy, City, Life, Trendy and will differ for standard equipment. Starting from the Picanto Easy we can say that in terms of safety and comfort we are still at a good level, in fact there are six airbags and driver assistance systems, and finally on-board computer.

BMW: a video showing us how it continues the development of the F10 M5

The video that today I propose to follow, shows that BMW is continuing development of its M5 F10, shown here to be taken during testing at the French circuit of Miramas. Equipped with a propeller-type twin-turbo V8 architecture, the new sedan brand of Ethics will be able to develop around 560 bhp maximum power.

Already seen in version concept car during the 2011 Shanghai Motor Show, the new home of sport BMW M5 F10 precisely, is testing the latest innovations in view of mass production, therefore, during these tests are experimenting with the structures, transmission, steering and electronic controls, all in the name of the quest for harmony between comfort and performance.

BMW: X5 ActiveHybrid will already this year?

There is still no official confirmation, but according to the latest rumors, BMW could bring to the market, before the end of this year, its X5 ActiveHybrid variant, or a hybrid version of the famous home of the SUV elite. There are solutions borrowed from the X6 ActiveHybrid, with which the hybrid variant of the X5 only shares the similarity, indeed, to be precise is already known that the hearts of these cars or their engines, will be completely different, in fact, while the X6 is equipped with a 4.4 liter engine with twin-turbo V8 architecture and gasoline engine, the X5 will instead under its hood a turbodiesel quadricilindrico assisted by an electric motor, thus becoming the first diesel-hybrid cars of the BMW brand.

Volkswagen: in 2013 a plug-in hybrid?

By now, even the Volkswagen group is on course to electric and it has decided to undertake a gradual change that passes through the hybrid. Before we get to a real conversion to electric, the House plans to pass Wolfsburg in the medium term, plug-in hybrid mode. The plug-in hybrid 2013 Volkswagen manages to combine the performance of the internal combustion engine with the benefits of zero emissions for short trips within the city.

New Honda Civic 2012: see also in the family?

After ten years have passed by the Honda Civic Aerodeck is possible that can reproduce a version of the Honda Civic station wagon. As we know the Honda Civic model year 2012 will arrive on European markets over the next year, but the biggest news would be represented by its familiar version, which, as it should be, would have sold a few months later.

The engines of this possible Honda Civic station wagon may be the current gasoline 1.3-liter i-VTEC 100 hp and a hybrid variant which is present on the Honda Jazz Hybrid and Insight, and, with regard to diesel, we could have a new 1.6-liter engine. The Honda may have chosen to make such a step towards a Civic wagon also to try to make a strong impression in the C-segment car market, as has long been, is one of the most heterogeneous.

SLS Mercedes AMG Roadster: a debut in style!

Having been developed concurrently with the coupe, the Mercedes AMG Roadster SLS waiver of the gullwing doors present on its coupe version of the same name. A jump out immediately is undoubtedly its fabric hood that we can better appreciate its official debut set for IAA in September. The hood is made of fabric and is equipped with an electro-hydraulic opening system with components in steel, aluminum and magnesium.

Audi Q1: new details on

AQ someone may seem overwhelming to start talking about it right now, but it seems that Audi is going to make another "micro" SUV. As we know, recently came on the market, the new Audi Q3, but it could be that this car will soon be viewed as an intermediate model, not the smallest of the range. According to various rumors will be realized if the Audi Q1 A1 Sportback could be based on four that we see on the market since 2013.

De Tomaso Pantera: the first spy video anticipates the prototype?

Listen to the music video of this car that downloads all of its power between the first and second gears make us realize what could be the future De Tomaso Pantera. From the sound / noise, we realize that the engine may need to mount a multi-cylinder V8. The video appears to portray the prototype of the next De Tomaso Pantera and this possibility is supported by the fact that the De Tomaso Deauville was portrayed in output from the same gate.

Toyota announces electric car charging in Wi-Fi

In recent years there has been increasingly developing the market for electric cars and one of the most leading car manufacturers, Toyota is no doubt. The boom in the market of such power was not there yet, perhaps because the charging mode and timing of that is still long. But Toyota has decided to introduce a new system for charging electric cars could be innovative enough to turn around the market.

Infiniti G 37 2011: Prices, layouts, technical

The 2011 Infiniti G37 is available in several versions, ranging from sedan to convertible coupe through the inevitable. It's not all because you can choose between the version 2 or 4 wheel drive and four-wheel active steering or traditional. The 2011 model year Infiniti G37 at aesthetic features of the new alloy wheels and new interior fittings.

All versions are available with 7-speed automatic transmission and electronic control and the paddle wheel. The G37 sedan is combined with versions 4 and its starting price is € 45'290 in which include: electronic gear, active bi-xenon headlamps, electrically adjustable front seats and 18-inch alloy wheels.

Mini Goodwood: Limited Edition by almost 50,000 Euro

Shown to the world at the recent Shanghai Motor Show 2011, Goodwood Mini Inspired By, will not just be a fanciful creation by Hall, but will come to mass production, although in a limited edition of just 1,000 units. In fact, according to what reported by Autocar, Goodwood aims to become a fixture in the future production of the Mini brand, combining the spirit of the fashionable youth of BMW brand, with luxurious features that distinguish Goodwood.

Saab will next be seen in the hands of Chinese?

It could be something quite special, but not entirely remote, see the two Swedish car manufacturers go hand in China. After the Volvo, which was acquired by Geely, it could be the turn of the Saab also have a future in China. This possible approach to China by the Saab could be due to the fact that, although there is now the new owners Spyker, the economic situation is not very rosy.

The Saab liquidity therefore needs to find a buyer and also stranger among those eligible candidates who seem more concrete offers come just from China. Spyker-Saab has not been able in recent months, to pay certain suppliers for certain parts for his car. For this reason it was also forced to suspend production for several times and then the situation seems to be really critical.

Ford's new Taurus in 2013

New York Motor Show 2011 which will close on May also has the 2013 model year Ford Taurus. The 2013 Taurus features updates to the model of 2010 which took 68'000 U.S. customers. The engine will choose between two options: the new 2.0-liter EcoBoost V6 from 237 horsepower or 3.5-liters and 290 horses.

Those who wish to feel more powerful can buy their Ford Taurus SHO version with 370 hp power. With both engines, the Taurus will decrease both its consumption and harmful emissions of CO2 because the battery management will be different and the air conditioning compressor will be variable.

McLaren: a new model year

The famous British sports car manufacturer McLaren, has made known its desire to dominate the market for years to come, it seems that the brand of Woking points to market a new model year. McLaren came in fact from the leadership following the expression of will: "Among the various models under development, we will have something new about once a year, but it will still drive two-seater." Although it has not been officially confirmed, it is plausible to assume that in the short term may come to market the new F1 spider and the variant of the MP4-12C, in order to address the most formidable competitors such as Lamborghini or Ferrari.