Audi is now offering a limited-production version of its R8 high-performance sports car, the R8 GT. The output of its 5.2L V10 has been increased to 560 hp; vehicle weight has been reduced by roughly 220.46 lb. The R8 GT accelerates from zero to 62 in 3.6 seconds and reaches a top speed of 198.84 mph. Continue reading »
Hyundai had its world-premiere of the all-new Avante compact sedan, the company’s best-selling model worldwide, at the 2010 Busan International Motor Show.
With sportier and even more elegant lines than its predecessor, the new Avante – badged as Elantra in markets outside Korea – continues Hyundai’s ‘fluidic sculpture’ design philosophy.
Hyundai has applied its latest 1.6L Gamma Gasoline Direct Injection engine and a 6-speed automatic transmission to the front-wheel drive compact, the first time GDI and six-speed automatic have been featured on a compact sedan in Korea. The new Avante delivers a peak output of 138 hp and maximum torque of 123 lb-ft. It is also about 10% more fuel efficient than its closest competitors, thanks to GDI, the six speed automatic and other fuel economy enhancements.
The new Avante will delight and surprise with a raft of other advanced features not found on other compacts, including HID (High Intensity Discharge) headlamps, LED combination lamps in the rear, heated rear seats, puddle lamps and a color TFT LCD information display nestled in the gauge cluster.
Under the Avante/Elantra badge, Hyundai has sold over 6 million units worldwide since the car’s launch in 1990. Hyundai will begin sales of the all-new Avante in the second half of 2010 in Korea.
Hyundai Motor Co. staged the world-premiere of its all-new Verna, also known as Accent elsewhere, at the 2010 Beijing Automotive Exhibition today. With its eye-catching sloping roofline, the new sub-compact, Hyundai’s third China-exclusive model, projects a coupe-like dynamic image that is at once sporty, stately and futuristic. Continue reading »
At the Transparent Factory in Dresden Volkswagen produces one of the finest automobiles in the world: the Phaeton. The limousine’s quality and comfort (four-wheel drive and air suspension as standard) set a unique benchmark. Volkswagen, the most successful carmaker in Europe and China, has now made the Phaeton even more perfect. The company’s new flagship is being unveiled for the first time at Auto China 2010 (27th April to 2nd May) in Beijing. Continue reading »
Porsche is recalling the 2010 Panamera for a potential seat-belt defect that could leave the driver unprotected in the event of a crash. Continue reading »
Lamborghini designs the exclusive Murcielago LP 670-4 SuperVeloce just for China. Continue reading »
Posted: April 26th, 2010
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Porsche launches a V6 engine for the Panamera. Continue reading »
Posted: April 25th, 2010
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Jenson Button won a nail-biting Chinese Grand Prix for McLaren on Sunday afternoon, with team mate Lewis Hamilton chasing him home second after a race of many parts. Continue reading »
The Lotus Elise S gets a new engine to provide great performance and the fuel efficiency to rival economy cars. Continue reading »
Posted: April 16th, 2010
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Red Bull desperately needed a victory to get back into the world championship chase, and Sebastian Vettel delivered it in fine style in a dry Malaysian Grand Prix on Sunday. And to make things even better, Mark Webber brought the sister car home second. Continue reading »