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UP - June 26, 2009. Lexus showcase their new convertible IS 250 E. The convertible is equipped with a threepart convertible roof made of light alloy, which can disappear completely. The IS 250 C expands the range of the Lexus IS series. >>more
UP - June 25, 2009. Toyota showcase the third generation of the Prius. The name Prius has been taken over from the Latin language. It means that somebody or something is at a certain destination or objective prior to others. >>more
UP - June 23, 2009. For a day Audi present their quality control and how the manufacturers ensure the demands of a premium brand. The manufacturers regards the quality and the value as decisive factors of success. >>more
UP - June 19, 2009. Opel have showcased their new Astra in Offenbach in a new look. For the new compact car the designers have kept many features from the Insignia, which has been awarded several prizes. The Insignia has inspired the Astra designers. During the presentation Vijay Iyer, responsible for the Opel design communication, and Uwe Müller, responsible for the Astra design, both explained the new appearance of the best selling car. The compact Opel will be presented to the public at the International Motor Show in Frankfurt. >>more
UP - June 15, 2009. Porsche showcase their four-door Gran Tourismo to the press. The Panamera will be offered with an eight-cylinder engine with a performance of 400 hp and 500 hp with a rear-wheel drive as well as an all-wheel drive in near future. A six-cylinder petrol engine and a hybrid version will complete the range of engines later. >>more
UP - June 12, 2009. The protection of our environment and the preservation of resources are extremely important. However, they mustnt be pushed on the expense of safety, Daimler Chief Scientific Officer Dr. Thomas Weber sums up the philosophy of the car manufacturers from Stuttgart. He refers to the Experimental Safety Vehicle ESV 2009, which Mercedes wants to showcase at the ESV conference on safety in Stuttgart next week. >>more
UP - June 10, 2009. Volkswagen showcase the next version of the bestselling Golf GTD. For the GTIamong the diesels Volkswagen promise that the balanced sports running gear enables a dynamic manner of driving with high traction in fast bends as well as much comfort while driving long distances. The model starts with the equipment version Highline. This version includes 17 light-alloy wheels in Seattle design which match the GTD specific mounting unit for the bumper, fog lights, a distinctive radiator grill with chrome trims and a rear spoiler painted in the car body colour. >>more
UP - June 09, 2009. Just in time for the launch, the new Polo is in the focus of attention of the German and international Volkswagen car dealers. Since Saturday, 6th June, till Friday, 26th June 2009, about 11,000 car dealers, importers, service managers as well as sales people from 90 countries catch up with the fifth generation of the VW Polo. Since the start of the pre-selling at beginning of March 20,000 orders have been placed. >>more
UP - June 09, 2009. The Seat Exeo ST is equipped with ESP, automatic climate control and an audio system as standard. The Exeo ST is available in three different equipment versions: Reference, Style and Sport. The vehicle of the Spanish Volkswagen subsidiary company is based on the former Audi A4 Avant. >>more
UP - May 28, 2009. Peugeot launched their first compact and spacious cross-over vehicle named 3008. With a total length of 4.36 metres the successful mix of vehicle, SUV and van is offered in three versions with three types of engines. Beside the 88 kW/120 hp 1.6 litre petrol engine there is a turbo version with 115 kW/156 hp and a 2.0 litre diesel with 110 kW/150 hp. The basic equipment comprises six airbags, manual air conditioning and an automatic, electric parking brake. The 3008 provides a split rear tailgate and a floor panel within the trunk, adjustable to three levels. Part of the technical innovations are the dynamic anti-roll bar in the rear, the special traction control system to overcome difficult situations, where the wheels have little grip and a Head-up-Display. >>more
UP - May 28, 2009. Audi is presenting the Roadster und the Coupe of the TT RS. With these two models the company from Ingolstadt continues the five-cylindre tradition. The 2.5 litre engine hosts a turbo-charger and direct fuel injection, delivering 250 kW / 340 hp to sprint from 0 to 100 km/h in 4.7 seconds. >>more
UP - May 27, 2009. Lexus showcase the RX 450h, and thus are entering the second hybrid generation of their crossover, which has been produced since 1998. The advanced performance of the system and the improved efficiency of the petrol engine are based on an Atkinson cycle petrol engine. The new model with several improved features will be launched on the German market at the end of May. >>more
UP - May 22, 2009. The sports car well-fits the GTI meeting at the Wörthersee (Austria), County of Kärnten. Audi showcase the powerful version of the smaller sports utility vehicle (SUV) from Ingolstadt - among other cars. The three-litre turbo-charged engine has a performance of 300 kW/408 hp. You can hear the power, when you start the car. Audi has not only tuned the engine but also the sound. Such a sportiness is found in a fit and proper upgraded car body and runs on 21-inch wheels with a suitable seven double-spokes design. >>more
UP - May 22, 2009. The public has the chance of admiring a study of the new Polo at the Wörthersee tour. The Polo edition Wörthersee is the little brother of the Golf GTI. >>more
UP - May 22, 2009. When ice and snow have vanished from the creeks, the fans of individualised cars do not yet think of a stroll in spring as the German poet and writer Goethe once did. After the cars long winter in the garage the time of vehicle inspection and test drives comes first. Thats why the meeting at the Wörthersee is a must for friends of the Volkswagen Golf GTI. >>more
UP - May 22, 2009. Aren't they gorgeous? At the Wörthersee meeting it's the girls who play a more and more important role. >>more
UP - May 22, 2009. In Reifnitz (Austria, county of Kärnten) the 28th Wörthersee Tour will take place between 20th and 23rd May 2009. It is a legendary GTI meeting for Volkswagen fans as well as Audi enthusiasts meanwhile. >>more
UP - May 13, 2009. In June 2009 the Mazda 2 will receive a new diesel engine. The 1,6l MZ-CD is already known from a Mazda 3 and has a permance of 266 kW/90 hp. It substitutes the present diesel engine with 50 kW/68 hp. Whereas the predecessor provided 160 Nm engine torque at 1750 rpm the new engine provides a maximum of 212 Nm already at 1759 rpm. The top speed is 173 km/h ( 108 mph). The average consumption according to EU standards is 4.2 l /100 km. (The average mileage according to EU standards is 67 miles per gallon.) >>more
UP - May 11, 2009. Volkswagen showcase the latest version of the sub-compact car Polo. When launching the Polo Volkswagen will offer seven different engines. Their performance ranges from 44kW/60 hp to 77 kW/105 hp. A double clutch transmission with seven gears can also be provided. The mileage of the Blue Motion version has been optimised. Equipped with a 1.6-TDI-engine with 66kW/ 90 hp the Polo has a diesel consumption of 3.8 liters for 100 kilometres and a C02 emission of 96 grammes per kilometre - in accordance with standards. Thats 75 miles per gallon and 154 grammes CO2 per mile. >>more
UP - May 06, 2009. Mazda has showcased the next generation of the MX-5 within a roadshow through Germany. 20 years after the debut of the first MX.-5 and about four years after the presentation of the third generation of this model is launched. The two-seater has various new optical and technical features which are either new or have been improved. The MX-5 Roadster Coupé has been revised, too, three years after its debut. The two-seater with an electrically movable convertible roof has the same driving quality of the roadster with a roof made of cloth. The interior has become more comfortable. The car is fit for all seasons of the year. >>more
UP - May 05, 2009. Lexuy showcase the RX 450h, and thus are entering the second hybrid generation of their crossover, which has been produced since 1998. Again the new model is an impressing improvement of the fuel economy. Accordingly the C02 emissions have been reduced. The modified drive train provides considerable advantages in efficiency during on-road driving and at low outside temperatures. By means of the new design of the continuously variable transmission and a wider range of the engine torque the driving comfort has been improved significantly. >>more
UP - April 24, 2009. With a power to wind ratio (cd value) of 0,24 the Mercedes-Benz E-Class Coupé is the aerodynamically most efficient production vehicle in the world. The new model comes into the market on May 9, 2009. Among the technical innovations, which are also available for the saloon car, are the recognition of the drivers fatigue, the recognition of road signs in order to reduce speed, and an automatic emergency brake system. The range of engines consists of two four-cylinder engines, which need up to 17 per cent less fuel but have a considerably better performance and torque. For example, the 100 kW/204 hp powerful E 250 CDI Blue Efficiency Coupé needs 5.1 litres diesel per 100 km (55 miles per gallon), which is in accordance with the EU norm. The car can be considered as the most economic and cleanest car of its class as it exhausts only 135 gramme CO2 per kilometre. Top model is the E 500 Coupé with a high 285kW/388hp performance of its V8 engine. >>more
UP - April 20, 2009. The Asian motor shows are well known for their attractive dressed revealingly. Once again the nearly steal the show. >>more
UP - April 20, 2009. Audi showcase a new Q7 generation in Shanghai. Moreover, the car manufacturers from Ingolstadt show a selection with their current model range. >>more
UP - April 20, 2009. The world premiere of the four-door Grand Tourismo Panamera is the highlight of Porsches performance. The Panamera although only 1.42 (1 yd. 20 in.) metres in height and 4.97 metres (5 yd. 16 in.) in length provides generous space on all four seats. >>more
UP - April 20, 2009. Volkswagen showcase a selection of their model range. In the biggest market abroad the car manufacturers from Wolfsburg will find lots of prospective customers. >>more
UP - April 20, 2009. At the Motor Show Shanghai the car manufacturers showcase their latest models. From the European point of view some vehicles are rather exotic. >>more
UP - April 09, 2009. Volkswagen Golf has been elected World Car of the Year in New. This award is conferred on the second press day pf the New York International Auto Show since 5 years. Beside the Golf the jury comprising 59 journalists from 25 countries had short-listed the Ford Fiesta and the Toyota. >>more
UP - April 08, 2009. There are again further highlights at the fair beside vehicles. >>more
UP - April 08, 2009. Mercedes-Benz is presenting a wide variety of contemporary automobiles at the New York International Auto Show (NYIAS). Among them are the new models of the E-class limousine and the E-class coupés as well as the US version of the lately revised GL class. Furthermore the ML 450 Hybrid with its innovative Two Mode Hybrid system, which has been specially designed for the US market, the E 250 bluetec that combines the new four cylinder CDI motor with the advantages of the CSR emission technology and the E 63 AMG can be viewed. >>more
UP - April 08, 2009. The New York Auto Show is opening its doors on the 10th of April to the public. The media and experts are permitted to gather information on the latest trends on the US automobile market in advance. >>more
UP - April 07, 2009. Automobili Lamborghini have presented their Gallardo LP 560-4 Spyder. The Gallardo LP 560-4 Spyder provides a new driving gear with 5.2 litre cubic capacity an an increased output in 40 hp (29 kW) over its predecessor. It does the 100 km/h (0.62 mph) sprint in a flat 4 seconds and achieves a top speed of 324 km/h (201 mph). Despite the increased driving performance the consumption and CO2 emissions have been reduced by a staggering 18 percent. >>more
UP - April 03, 2009. Volkswagen has returned to the start with the sixth generation of their Golf GTI and promises: driving pleasure for advanced. The motto of the GTI campaign is "as of the age of 21". >>more
UP - April 03, 2009. Seat showcase the new Leon. The distinctive optical feature of the new model is the so-called Arrow front design, which was first introduced by the fourth generation of the Ibiza. >>more
UP - April 03, 2009. Seat showcase the new Altea. The car has got a modified design and is equipped with an updated engine and others technical features. The most important innovation is the vehicle dynamics system XDS for dynamics of vehicle movements and active safety as well as new TDI engines with a Common Rail injection system. >>more
UP - April 02, 2009. Within the scope of the AMI in Leipzig, Allianz has awarded their safety prize "Genius" yesterday evening (April, 1st 2009) for the fifth time. This year's awardee is the swedish automobile manufacturer Volvo for the development and implementation of the Volvo City Safety system. >>more
UP - March 31, 2009. Mazda showcase the new start of their bestselling car, the Mazda3. The model - with a 2.0 or 2.5 litre petrol engine - has been completely refurbished. >>more
UP - March 27, 2009. A motor show without them? Unthinkable! The girls are the secret stars in the showroom. >>more
UP - March 27, 2009. Volkswagen show the world premiere of the Golf GTD: The car manufacturers from Wolfsburg also showcase the new Polo, the modified Golf Plus also with a version of the LPG engine (liquefied petroleum gas engine) as well as the Touran with natural gas engine. Volkswagen Commercial Vehicles is going to showcase the special model Cape2Cape. The new Caddy Maxi Ecofuel with natural gas engine and the Multivan Comfortline now also with a long wheel base - are also presented. >>more
UP - March 27, 2009. In Leipzig Audi celebrate the world premiere of the powerful 250kW/ 340 PS TT RS Roadster, which accelerates from 0 to 100 km/h (62 mph) in 4.7 sec. The roadster will be launched in summer 2009. The A4 Allroad Quattro and the A5 Cabriolet with a classic convertible soft top will make their debuts in Germany. For the first time the 316 km/h (196 mph) fast R8 5.2 FSI Quattro is shown. The ten-cylinder engine has an output of 386 kW/525 PS. An A4 TDI is also presented as a concept vehicle. >>more
UP - March 27, 2009. The AMI in Leipzig is the first motor show in Germany this year. Here the exhibitors (above all the importers) showcase the latest models. >>more
UP - March 26, 2009. Toyota showcase the compact SUV Urban Cruiser. The vehicle is 3.93 metres (4yd. 10.1 in.) long. The Urban Cruiser and the iQ shall contribute to the aim of reducing the average CO2 exhaustion of their cars to 140 g/km (225 g/m.) till 2009 >>more
UP - March 26, 2009. Toyota showcase the Verso with a completely new design. With a length of 4.44 metres (4 yd. 3.8 in.) and a breadth of 1.79 (1 yd. 2 ft.1.5 in.) metres the Toyota Verso has gained 70 millimetres (2.8 in.) in length and 20 millimetres (0.8 in.) in breadth compared to its predecessor. It height of 1.62 metres (1 yd. 2 ft. 3.8 in.) remains the same. >>more
UP - March 26, 2009. Audi showcase the extension the model range by means of the Audi Allroad. >>more
UP - March 24, 2009. Volkswagen showcase the new Golf GTI. The fast car with a top speed of 238 km/h (148 mph) is driven by a powerful turbo engine. An electronic inter-wheel differential lock provides a high traction in the curves. >>more
UP - March 18, 2009. BMW Group earned a net profit of euro330 million for 2008. This is a steep drop of nearly 90 %, Chairman of the Board of Management of BMW AG Norbert Reithofer said at the annual accounts press conference on March 18, 2009. The BMW Group sold a total of 1, 439 918 BMW, MINI and Rolls-Royce brand cars, 6.6 % down on the previous top year 2007. At the same time the group earnings were the second best in the history of the company. BMW does not expect increasing growth rates before 2010, when new models will be launched. >>more
UP - March 16, 2009. In cologne Ford have presented their plans for the future distribution of production in four European plants. In future the plants in Cologne will share the manufacturing of engines for economical sub compact cars with the Romanian plant in Craiova. Furthermore, in Cologne Mondeo models will be converted to the use of natural gas and liquid gas. Saarlouis remains the main production facility for the next Focus generation. However, the successor of the C-Max will not be produced in Saarlouis but in Valencia, where the plant will be operated in two shifts only. >>more
UP - March 12, 2009. At the annual press conference Volkswagen inform on the current situation and also on the planned development of the company. >>more
UP - March 10, 2009. At the annual press conference Audi inform on the current situation and the planned development of the company. >>more
UP - March 05, 2009. On the Geneva Motor Show Smart showcase the Fortwo. The manufacturers also show a special edition, which has been refurbished stylistically. >>more