Jun 8, 2011

Mercedes-Benz revealed the complete photo gallery with the new 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML SUV. The next generation Mercedes-Benz ML debut will take place at the Frankfurt Motor Show 2011. After a brochure with the new 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML was scanned and published on the Internet, Mercedes-Benz presented the photo gallery of this model. The new generation 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML debut will take place at the Frankfurt Motor Show this autumn. Among novelties is included the new turbo diesel engine with four cylinders in line that develops 204 hp from a displacement of 2.1 liters. Also in 2012, Mercedes-Benz will launch the 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML hybrid version which will have this diesel engine as a base. The 2.1-liter diesel engine is the entry-level for the ML range and it is called 250 Bluetec. Peak torque is 500 Nm. 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML photo gallery 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML Engines The new 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML is equipped both with V6 engines and with V8 engines which are more refined than the units they replace, and consume less fuel. The second engine...

May 30, 2011

The German officials have published a series of new photos with the final version of Mercedes-Benz SLS AMG Roadster. Mercedes-Benz SLS AMG Roadster will debut at Internationale Automobil-Ausstellung (Frankfurt Motor Show), and those interested can order it from next month. Mercedes officials have decided not to keep us in suspense and to disclose new information, details and pictures of Mercedes-Benz SLS AMG Roadster convertible version. The model will make its debut in the flesh at the Frankfurt Motor Show this autumn, and dealers will take orders starting next month. Mercedes-Benz SLS AMG Roadster photo gallery Mercedes-Benz SLS AMG Roadster Specs Mercedes-Benz SLS AMG Roadster renounces at the vertical opening doors in favor of a soft-top and some conventional doors. For this reason, the Mercedes engineers had to make a number of reinforcement to the aluminum structure, and the total mass increased 40 kilograms, compared with the coupe version. The soft-top roof is made of three layers of cloth, aluminum and magnesium and can be raised or dropped...

May 27, 2011

BMW will present at the Internationale Automobil-Ausstellung (also known as the Frankfurt Motor Show or Frankfurt Auto Show) four world premieres. We will get acquainted with the future BMW M5, with a BMW M3 GTS sedan derivative, the new BMW 1 Series and with the new BMW i3 electric. Although there are three months until the Frankfurt Motor Show, BMW is already preparing surprises for this year edition. According to information published in the German press, the Bavarian manufacturer intends to display at its stand four premieres, including two signed by its performance division M. The first debutant is no longer a mystery to anyone, being already anticipated by a concept close to production last month. It’s the new generation BMW M5, ready to take over the assault on the main rival, Mercedes E63 AMG. Together with the Bavarian exponent of the E-Klasse, Motorsport Division will place a GTS variant for the M3 sedan. Like BMW GTS M3 coupe, the four-door model will benefit from a 4.4-liter V8 petrol engine capable of delivering a total of 450 horsepower. The only changes would occur at the level of suspension and braking system. Will not miss nor the new generation BMW 1 Series, characterized by a total revision of the general style, slightly larger in size and with a much better interior than the current model. Last but not least, at Frankfurt Motor Show the audience will get acquainted with the first electric model of the sub-brand “i“, ie the highly anticipated BMW i3. The zero emissions model will be powered by a 150 horsepower electric motor, which will...

May 18, 2011

Opel revealed today the new generation Zafira. Opel Zafira adopted design from the concept exposed at Geneva Motor Show and comes with a generous interior space. Although there are several months until the start of the Frankfurt Motor Show, Opel has decided not to extend its fans waiting and has published the first pictures and information with the new generation Zafira. Monocab’s name now receives the Tourer extension, to distinguish it from the old model, which the Germans have decided to keep it on the market until May. Opel Zafira is a family car that already reached the third generation, and takes design from the concept presented in Geneva this spring. Front side keeps the boomerang-type design for headlamps and bumper, while the profile adopts the same muscular style. The series version inherits also concept’s interior lines, where we find many influences from other Opel models. New levels of equipment and customization will be available, along with a panoramic roof, which extends on the full length of the car. The new generation takes over the old Opel Zafira versatility and improves mobility system of Flex7 seats. Now, passengers from the second row of seats benefit from an individual control and a Lounge setting, which folds the backrest of the middle seat and converts it into an armrest for the other passengers. ...