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22/10/2012 SAO PAULO 2012 - Volkswagen Taigun Concept (0)

Author: Arunas R

Volkswagen has issued the following press release: World premiere of the Volkswagen SUV concept Taigun São Paulo International Motor ShowConfident, compact and efficient: World premiere of the Volkswagen SUV concept Taigun in Brazil Volkswagen shows concept of a future SUV of the A00 class in São Paulo 3.86-metre long Taigun SUV debuts with high-tech turbo engine and sophisticated designWolfsburg / São Paulo, 22 October 2012 - In a world premiere at the 2012 São Paulo International Motor Show (22 October to 04 November), Volkswagen is presenting the concept of a newly developed compact SUV: the Taigun. The all-round vehicle now being presented in São Paulo is a tribute to the Brazilian market – if it were to become a production car, however, the new Volkswagen would not only be offered in South America, but around the world. Technically, the Taigun resembles the very contemporary New Small Family by Volkswagen, which it rounds out in an upward direction.The concept’s exterior look follows the very concise and clear Volkswagen design DNA that was defined by heads of design Walter de Silva (Group) and Klaus Bischoff (Brand). Read more »

18/10/2012 Lexus LF-LC Blue Concept presented at Melbourne [VIDEO] (0)

Author: Arunas R

Lexus has issued the following press release: LEXUS REVEALS LF-LC BLUE AT 2012 AUSTRALIAN INTERNATIONAL MOTOR SHOWLexus reveals LF-LC Blue concept- Concept leverages Project LFA with use of carbon fibre- Debuts next-generation Lexus Hybrid Drive with high-energy battery pack- New drivetrain develops 372kW- Unique Opal Blue paintwork inspired by precious Australian stoneLexus has revealed the stunning LF-LC Blue concept at the Australian International Motor Show in Sydney.Clad in unique Opal Blue, it is the second version of the LF-LC, first debuted at the Detroit Auto Show earlier this year.The all-new Opal Blue exterior is inspired by the lustrous base colour found in the naturally occurring semi-precious opal stone of outback Australia.Beneath the blue skin, LF-LC combines advanced technologies and materials with organic design, giving an insight into what the future of sportscars may hold.Central to the concept is a suite of advanced materials and technologies, including lightweight carbon fibre and the next generation of Lexus' industry-leading hybrid powertrain. Read more »

05/10/2012 PARIS 2012 - Segula Hagora Concept - a hybrid three-seater unveiled [VIDEO] (0)

Author: Arunas R

Among innovative concept cars at Paris Motor Show this year is the Segula Hagora automobile. Developed by French company, this interesting future three-seater coupe car is powered by a 600 cc two-stroke 115 hp Rotrax engine made by BRP coupled with a 102hp (maximum power) electric engine. The power unit is mated with a continuous variable transmission (CVT). This technical decision resulted in a clutch-less powertrain.The Hagora is a resources-friendly vision. Read more »

05/10/2012 New sportscar from Belgium - VDS GT 001 [VIDEO] (0)

Author: Arunas R

Rarely we see so many premieres of mighty and exclusive supercars in such short period of time like this week! Here comes another one brand new and very special automobile. This time from Belgium.One might remember the country as a home of “love it or hate it” Gillet Vertigo. This fact would be useful since Raphael van der Straeten – the man behind his own VDS Racing Adventures team and the instigator of a brand new Belgian marquee – the VDS Cars – has been working closely with Tony Gillet’s team and first two automobiles saw the daylight in the Gillet workshop.Actually, the new model which was presented yesterday in two versions – the GT 001 and GT 001-R – is based on the carbon chassis of the Gillet Vertigo. Read more »

05/10/2012 ATS marque is coming back (0)

Author: Arunas R

Having announced the return of the Ermini marque, we are equally pleased to introduce a rebirth of the marque which made too little cars but left too significant mark in history to be forgotten.The name ATS might not ring a bell at once. However, this Bologna-based manufacture grew out of the falling-out in 1961 between Enzo Ferrari and his kingpins including Giorgio Billi, Jaime Ortez-Patino, Carlo Chiti, Giotto Bizzarrini and Count Volpi di Misurata who later founded Scuderria Serenissima while Bizzarrini after disagreements with Chiti soon established the world-famous company of his own name.The Automobili Turismo e Sport had an objective to develop both race and road cars powered by V8 engines. Regrettably, the racing project was not a success thus Carlo Chiti soon after commissioned Franco Scaglione – a yet another iconic designer and person – to design a bodywork for a roadgoing two-seater sportscar. Read more »

02/10/2012 2013 Ermini 686 announced [UPDATED] (0)

Author: Arunas R

Pasquale Ermini was the man behind the company of his own name in the ‘50s. Back then he developed aluminum cylinder-head with two over head camshafts which was applied for the Fiat 1100 engine. Namely, this engine became the cornerstone for Ermini’s later creations.During the period of existence this small workshop developed an built automobiles, mainly racing cars, powered by this modified aggregate. However, there was also an elegant coupe model – the Gran Turismo – of 1953 for which the bodywork was created by Carrozzeria Pietro Frua. Read more »

03/10/2012 2014 Lyonheart K Convertible previewed (0)

Author: Arunas R

The Swiss company Classic Factory which already announced the production of the Jaguar E-Type-inspired Lyonheart K model at the end of February is going one step further. It has just announced that the production of this unique state-of-the-art tribute will be manufactured in a very strictly limited edition of just 250 units worldwide. 175 units will be sold in Europe, 25 in Middle East, 50 in China.Newly presented is a convertible version of the Lyonheart K which will be offered alongside the coupe model. Both versions will be manufactured in Coventry, United Kingdom by Envisage Manufacturing. Read more »

30/09/2012 PARIS 2012 - McLaren P1 - the superstar of the show (0)

Author: Arunas R

McLaren has issued the following press release: McLAREN P1 AIMS FOR POLE POSITION WITH GLOBAL DEBUT IN PARIS- Global debut of new McLaren ultimate supercar- McLaren P1 aims to be the best driver’s car on both road and track- The large adjustable ‘active’ rear wing adjusts automatically to boost downforce and optimise aerodynamics- Mid-engine design that uses a carbon fibre monocoque and roof structure safety cage called MonoCage, and lightweight carbon ‘multi-purpose’ body panelsMcLaren Automotive will use its first ever international motor show appearance to preview its next generation ultimate supercar – the McLaren P1 – which takes much of its technological and spiritual inspiration from the company’s Racing division. The McLaren P1 has one simple goal: to be the best driver’s car in the world on road and track.At the Paris Motor Show, Mondial de l'Automobile 2012, the McLaren P1 is previewed as a design study. Next year a production version, which the company aims to put on sale within 12 months, will be revealed.‘The McLaren P1 will be the result of 50 years of racing and road car heritage,’ says McLaren Automotive Executive Chairman Ron Dennis. Read more »

02/10/2012 PARIS 2012 - Sbarro Eight concept (0)

Author: Arunas R

Huge biannual motorshows like Paris Motor Show or IAA in Frankfurt always bring out some odd an quirky automotive creations. No exception is this year, when the Orange company together with the Espera Sbarro Montbéliard School of Design presented a very sophisticated concept automobile named the “Eight”.A car which is clearly inspired by American hot rods has been created by Sbarro’s students in just two months i.e. eight weeks.Under a lightweight fiberglass skin is a half-hidden appropriate 360hp Maserati V8 engine placed longitudinally in front. Read more »

01/10/2012 PARIS 2012 - Exagon Furtive-eGT presented in production form (0)

Author: Arunas R

Exagon Motors is back to Paris. The company presented an attractive all-electric Furtive-eGT in Paris two years ago. Now it shows final production version of their zero-emission sportscoupe.The car will be built around a full carbonfibre monocoque structure ensuring both rigidity and lightness. The Furtive-eGT will be equipped with two Siemens electric liquid-cooled motors which together develop 402 hp and 516 Nm of torque. Read more »

01/10/2012 PARIS 2012 - Venturi America enters production (0)

Author: Arunas R

Venturi has presented the production version of the America sportsbuggy at the Paris Motor Show this year. Combining the best of sports models and off-road vehicles, the zero-emission model is powered by a 220kW, 400 Nm electric engine which enables the car to accelerate up to the maximum speed of 200 km/h.A specially developed 53kWh lithium-ion polymer battery pack is said to be good for a maximum speed of 300 km at a constant speed of 90 km/h. The America model is indeed an elegant Fetish with more muscles and capabilities. A doorless vehicle which gives unique experience both on- and off-road will be exclusively manufactured in France. Read more »

01/10/2012 PARIS 2012 - Bentley Continental GT3 Concept [VIDEO] (0)

Author: Arunas R

Bentley Motors has issued the following press release: - Bentley unveils new Continental GT3 concept racer- Based on Bentley’s fastest ever road car - the new GT Speed- FIA-approved concept with 2013 test programme in development(Paris, 26 September 2012). At the 2002 Paris Motor Show, the unveiling of the Continental GT concept took the world by storm and opened an exciting new chapter in Bentley’s history. Now, ten years on, Bentley is repeating the same feat with a Continental-based GT3 race car currently being developed by a dedicated motorsport team at the company’s factory in Crewe.Signalling Bentley’s return to the racetrack for the first time since its historic sixth Le Mans victory in 2003, Continental GT3 remains faithful to the company’s founding motorsport philosophy of developing racing cars from their road-going counterparts.Dr Wolfgang Schreiber, Bentley’s Chairman and Chief Executive, comments: “The clear message from our customers is that Bentley belongs on the racetrack, and the Continental GT3 is the realisation of a dream we’ve had ever since the launch of the Continental GT. Read more »

30/09/2012 PARIS 2012 - Mercedes-Benz SLS AMG Coupe Electric [VIDEO] (0)

Author: Arunas R

Mercedes-Benz has issued the following press release: Mercedes-Benz SLS AMG Coupé Electric Drive: Electrifying - the world's most powerful electric super sports carWith the new SLS AMG Coupé Electric Drive, Mercedes-AMG is entering a new era: the locally emission-free super sports car featuring advanced technology from the world of Formula 1 is the most exclusive and dynamic way in which to drive an electric car. The most powerful AMG high-performance vehicle of all time has four electric motors producing a total output of 552 kW and a maximum torque of 1000 Nm. As a result, the gullwing model has become the world's fastest electrically-powered series production vehicle: the SLS AMG Coupé Electric Drive accelerates from zero to 100 km/h in 3.9 seconds.A new dimension of driving performance – a convincing synonym for the AMG brand promise are the outstanding driving dynamics which come courtesy of AMG Torque Dynamics as well as torque distribution to individual wheels, which is made possible by means of wheel-selective all-wheel drive. Read more »

30/09/2012 PARIS 2012 - Suzuki S-Cross Concept [VIDEO] (0)

Author: Arunas R

Suzuki has issued the following press release: A highlight of the 2012 Paris Motor Show is Suzuki’s unveiling of the S-Cross − a concept car which heralds the company’s next-generation C-segment crossover model. The new crossover will be the first in an ambitious programme of annual European model launches which Suzuki will be starting in 2013.Suzuki’s future model strategySuzuki has established a reputation for producing cars which make everyday life more exciting. These cars reflect a brand strategy which is expressed through the company’s slogan “Way of Life!” Suzuki has always been focusing on creating models − such as the Alto − which are characterised by small environmental footprints and low running costs thanks to exceptionally low fuel consumption and CO2 emissions. Going forwards, the company plans to launch models which exceed the environmental performance ceiling in their segments at an even higher level. Read more »

30/09/2012 PARIS 2012 - SsangYong e-XIV Concept (0)

Author: Arunas R

SsangYong has issued the following press release: 2012 Paris Motor ShowStand: 321 - Press conference TODAY at 17.15- Electric CUV concept adds ‘range extension’ capability- Featuring a solar-powered smart interactive system- SsangYong builds on ground-breaking XIV & KEV - see note - concepts to showcase its new technology capabilityBuilding on its previously seen XIV and KEV- see note - design concepts, SsangYong Motor Company will showcase its latest evolution, the e-XIV (electric - eXciting user Interface Vehicle) ‘range extender’ EV concept at the 2012 Paris Motor Show.SsangYong displayed its XIV 1 B segment CUV (crossover utility vehicle) concept at the Frankfurt Motor Show in September 2011, and the XIV 2 Coupé at the Geneva Motor Show in March 2012. Now it is integrating its eco-friendly EV technology seen in its two pure EV concepts - the KEV1 and KEV2, and equipping the e-XIV with a small 1 litre petrol engine to give the car real range extender capability for longer journeys.A distinguishing feature of the e-XIV is its glass roof. Read more »

30/09/2012 PARIS 2012 - Rolls-Royce's art deco inspired cars (0)

Author: Arunas R

Rolls-Royce has issued the following press release: ROLLS-ROYCE UNVEILS ART DECO INSPIRED CARS AT PARIS MOTOR SHOWTaking inspiration from one of the defining movements of the 20th century, Rolls-Royce Motor Cars proudly presents a selection of Ghost and Phantom family cars that celebrate the Art Deco era.The highly bespoke Phantom Saloon, Phantom Drophead Coupé and Ghost models were unveiled at the Paris Motor Show 2012, in homage to the 1925 Paris Exhibition or Exposition Internationale des Arts Décoratifs et Industriels Modernes that gave the movement its name.Phantom Saloon’s black and arctic white interior hints at the visual language of the movement while a suite of Art Deco-inspired interior detailing points to the creativity, skill and attention to detail employed by Rolls-Royce craftspeople.Hand-fashioned stainless steel inlays in telephone drawer, door cappings and rear picnic table backs subtly evoke the decorative style of the period. An echo of the rich heritage of the marque also lies in the Art Deco-style geometric coachline pattern – a design conceived and used by Rolls-Royce on a show stand at Olympia in the early 20th century. Read more »

30/09/2012 PARIS 2012 - Maserati GranCabrio MC [VIDEO] (0)

Author: Arunas R

Maserati has issued the following press release: Paris, 27 September 2012 — International debut at the 2012 Edition of the Paris International Motor Show for Maserati: the GranCabrio MC. Designed to complete Maserati’s open-top range, the new Maserati GranCabrio MC blends high performance and sports characteristics derived from racing experience with the style, charm and practicality of Maserati’s four seater convertible.This debut is framed by Maserati’s presentation of the complete, revamped Sport range, including the GranTurismo Sport, the GranCabrio Sport – recently presented at the Moscow Motor Show – and the Quattroporte Sport GT S.GranCabrio MCInspired and encouraged by the considerable success of the GranTurismo MC Stradale, which was warmly received by customers thanks to a masterly translation and adaptation of racing characteristics for use on the road, the new GranCabrio MC completes the open-top range with a highly sporty and aggressive look, while maintaining the strengths and characteristics of a true grand tourer, ideal for long journeys.ExteriorThe new, sporty look can be seen in each stylistic element of the GranCabrio MC’s bodywork. Read more »

26/09/2012 PARIS 2012 - Lamborghini new Gallardo LP 560-4 and LP 570-4 Edizione Tecnica [VIDEO] (0)

Author: Arunas R

Lamborghini has issued the following press release: The new Gallardo LP 560-4 and LP 570-4 Edizione Tecnica: worldwide premiere at the 2012 Paris Motorshow At the 2012 Paris Motorshow Automobili Lamborghini is presenting the most successful super sports car of its entire history with a new design – even more aggressive, and more extreme: the new Gallardo LP 560-4 and the LP 570-4 Edizione Tecnica. The new Gallardo LP 560-4 - equipped with permanent four wheel drive- has a new front end and a new rear, while top models in the Gallardo line-up, the LP 570-4 Superleggera and the LP 570-4 Spyder Performante, will be offered also as the further enhanced Edizione Tecnica. The six models of the Gallardo family are now clearly differentiated and can be customized perfectly to suit every type of driver.The new Gallardo models will be available at Lamborghini dealerships from November 2012.The new Gallardo LP 560-4The unique design with its razor-sharp lines is one of the key factors in its great success worldwide. Read more »

26/09/2012 PARIS 2012 - Jaguar F-Type in full detail [VIDEO] [UPDATED] (0)

Author: Arunas R

Jaguar has issued the following press release: JAGUAR CARS, SEPTEMBER 2012 - PRESS RELEASEJAGUAR REVEALS ALL-NEW F-TYPE IN PARIS – A TWO-SEATER, CONVERTIBLE SPORTS CAR - All-new Jaguar F-TYPE revealed at Musée Rodin Museum in Paris- Order books now open with prices starting from £58,500 in the UK*- All-aluminium, two-seater, convertible sports car focused on performance, agility and driver involvement- All-new Jaguar F-TYPE represents a return to the company’s heartland- Focus on driver involvement and sporting performance is emphasised by the ‘one plus one’ layout of the asymmetric cabin- Three models available – F-TYPE, F-TYPE S and the F-TYPE V8 S- Powered by Jaguar’s new 3.0-litre V6 supercharged petrol engine in 340PS and 380PS outputs and its 5.0-litre V8 supercharged petrol producing 495PS- F-TYPE V8 S will reach 60mph in 4.2 seconds and has a top speed of 186mph- Active exhaust system, standard on S and V8 S models, adds to driver-engagement- Set of eight closely-spaced, sporting ratios in F-TYPE’s Quickshift transmission gives greater driver control- Ergonomically grouped controls inspired by cockpits of fighter airplanes- Innovative ventilation system features deployable vents on top of the centre console- Deployable door handles add to design purity- Active rear spoiler deploys at speed to reduce lift by up to 120kg- The F-TYPE is front-engined and rear-wheel drive- Visually, the F-TYPE’s exterior demonstrates a new sports car design language for Jaguar- First customer deliveries from mid-2013 in the UKParis, 26 September 2012: Jaguar has officially revealed the all-new F-TYPE at an exclusive event in the gardens of the Musée Rodin Museum in Paris.The two-seater, convertible sports car represents a return to the company’s heartland, focusing on performance, agility and driver involvement. Read more »

29/09/2012 PARIS 2012 - Audi Crosslane Coupe Concept (0)

Author: Arunas R

Audi has issued the following press release: Audi crosslane coupé concept- The Multimaterial Space Frame - The dual-mode hybrid concept - The exterior design - The boot - The interior design The equipment and data specified in this document refer to the model range offered in Germany. Subject to change without notice; errors and omissions excepted.AUDI CROSSLANE COUPE CONCEPT MAKES ITS PARIS SHOW DEBUTDual-mode three-cylinder petrol/electric hybrid study provides pointers to the design language of future Audi Q models- Coupe concept to debut at the Mondial de l’Automobile in Paris (September 29 to October 14)- Multi-material aluminium, Carbon Fibre Reinforced Polymer (CFRP) and Glass Fibre Reinforced Polymer (GFRP) space frame construction- Three-cylinder 1.5-litre TFSI engine combines with two electric motors to deliver 177PS - purely electric propulsion possible at speeds of up to 80mph for up to 53 miles- Potential for the equivalent to 256.8mpg with CO2 output of just 26g/kmThis week at the Paris Motor Show Audi provides a glimpse of the future shape of design, along with automotive and drive concepts, through its Audi crosslane coupé concept car. Read more »