May 19, 2011

All engines in the Mercedes-Benz E-Class range now have direct injection, and the 7G-Tronic transmission has been optimized and integrates and a Stop-Start system. Mercedes-Benz E-Class engine range The Germans from Mercedes-Benz have announced improvements in the Mercedes-Benz E-Class W212 range. All petrol engines now have direct injection, units E350 and E500 were the last that didn’t benefit from BlueDirect system, which means that all engines in the E-Klasse range now offers direct injection. 7G-Tronic automatic transmission also received some changes, its software is optimized to deliver better fuel consumption and higher performance, since this are optimized settings and not major changes on it. Mercedes-Benz E350 CGI now offers 302 hp instead of 288 as the current unit provides. In the company of 7G-Tronic Plus transmission, fuel economy is increased by up to 20% compared to the existing units, depending on the chosen bodywork. CO2 emissions are between 159 and 164 grams per kilometer, while time to accelerate from 0-100 km/h is reduced by 0.5 seconds, reaching 6.3 seconds. Maximum speed is still limited to 250 km/h. The E500 version of Mercedes-Benz E-Class was equipped with the new 4.6-liter V8 twin-turbo, which debuted in the S-Klasse range. The new engine represents the downsizing strategy by Mercedes-Benz and provides both better performance than the old aspirated 5.5-liter unit, drastically reducing CO2 emissions and significantly reducing fuel consumption. This model only needs 5.2 seconds to accelerate from 0-100 km/h and top speed is still limited...

May 11, 2011

Renault unveiled in Brazil the first photos of the Sandero restyled version. Although in South America bears the logo of the French, we expect that Dacia Sandero Facelift version to be identical. After a series of unofficial pictures that emerged in the South American press, Brazilians publish the first official information and images of the new Sandero Facelift. The small class model, sold on the Latin American market under the Renault brand enjoys a new face and a heavily revised interior. Exterior design Designed by Renault’s design studio opened in South America, the new Sandero take design elements from older siblings, Clio and Megane, models that are successful in Europe. The frontsl look was radically changed by replacing the spoiler, through discreet retouching of headlight and grille replacement. Although  design adopts Renault’s philosophy, the Romanian brother Dacia Sandero, will take the changes and will only apply its logo on the newly facelift. In the rear, the changes are more light, designers making changes only at the optical blocks and the model name being centered on the trunk door, like the example offered by Duster. ...

Apr 4, 2011

Audi plans to launch some very limited version of Quattro Concept, presented last year at the Paris Motor Show. The production model will weigh 225 kilograms less than the Audi R8. Seen as one of the main attractions of the Audi stand in Paris in 2010, Quattro Concept goes with big steps towards production. Unofficial sources speak about the possibility of series production, even though the number of copies will be extremely limited. A single prototype, based on the current Audi S5 will be presented to the administration board to get a green light. The prototype developed by engineers from the Ingolstadt and recently caught in spy photos is using a complete structure from the aluminum panels of the same material and carbon fiber hood. Thanks to the use of these light components, pre-production Audi Quattro Concept weighs 300 kgs less than the current Audi RS5, although uses the same chassis and powertrain. German engineers will not stop at this, the final Audi Quattro version will be subjected to a process of more intensive weight reduction, which will include: a reduction of 150 mm wheelbase, interior  with light materials and chairs made ​​of composite materials. Unofficial sources say that the future Audi Quattro is almost approved and a limited production will be started no later than 2013. The final version of Audi Quattro Coupe will have a 4-wheel drive and will weigh 1,300 kg, that is 225 kg less than the Audi R8. Incoming search terms:audi quattroaudi r8 20132013 audiaudi quattro 20132013 audi r82013 audi r8 facelift2013 audi r8 wallpaper2013 audi Modelsaudi...

Apr 3, 2011

BMW M5′s launch is fast approaching and the rival from Ingolstadt has already prepared the next move. According to the newspaper De Telegraaf, the Audi officials are ready to launch in 2012 the new Audi RS4 and Audi RS6. 2012 Audi RS4 & 2012 Audi RS6 The German manufacturer Audi is preparing a big surprise for fans with adrenaline and horsepower. According to the Dutch journalists from De Telegraaf, the Germans will launch the new generation 2012 Audi RS6, a model which should normally make its appearance in 2013. The reason why Audi officials are rushing is the upcoming 2012 BMW M5 model which is expected to make an appearance this year. In order to compete on an equal foot also with Mercedes E63 AMG, Audi engineers will have to come up with a powerful engine. Audi RS4 and Audi RS6 Engines There are rumors that the future 2012 Audi RS6 will benefit from the services of a 5.0-liter V10 TFSI unit or the 4.0 liter V8 twin-turbocharged, engines that are capable of producing up to 600 horsepower. Audi is also busily testing the future Audi RS4 on the Nurburgring circuit. The new 2012 Audi RS4 will hide under the bonnet the 4.2-liter V8 engine, capable of producing 450 horsepower and can develop a maximum torque of 430 Nm which is transmitted to wheels through a seven-speed S-tronic transmission. The future Audi RS4 is scheduled to make an appearance before the public at the Frankfurt Motor Show this year, but it will only be available in the Avant version (Audi RS4 Avant). Audi RS4 and Audi RS6 via | De Telegraaf Incoming search terms:audi rs4 2012rs4 2012audi rs6...

Mar 11, 2011

Lambroghini will celebrate 150 years of Italian unity with a special edition Gallardo model, named Tricolore. Lamborghini Gallardo Tricolore will be presented on March 16 in Turin. To celebrate the 150th anniversary of the unification of Italy, the Italians are preparing a special edition of the Lamborghini Gallardo model. The manufacturer of Sant’Agata Bolognese has already published a first insight picture with the special edition, named Lamborghini Gallardo Tricolore, an edition which will be officially unveiled at the event Esperienza Italy 150, scheduled from March 16 in Turin. The new Lamborghini Gallardo Tricolore special edition will be individualized with white shade and its painted body color. It could not miss the stripe in the colors of Italy, beginning in the hood and continues on the roof. The reason is taken even indoors, where the same stripe is found on the driver’s seat. The colors have been applied to a scheme similar to that used on special edition Lamborghini Gallardo LP550-2 Valentino Balboni. To take a stark contrast from the outside, Lamborghini has used the black air intakes and headlamps. Incoming search terms:new lamborghini gallardo tricolore blackRelated Posts:Lamborghini Gallardo Balboni tuned by Anderson Geneva 2010: Lamborghini Gallardo slimming 70 kilogramsLamborghini Urus will triple the Italian’s total annual productionLamborghini Urus Concept – the new Italian SUVGeneva 2012 Live: Lamborghini Aventador...

Mar 10, 2011

Lightning McQueen (Owen Wilson) returns on track for the follow up of the 2006 animated movie Cars success, accompanied by his best friend Mater (Larry the Cable Guy), the limp enthusiast. The two will have to make every effort to come with head from a new plots, and this time adventures lead them across the globe. Pixar - animation studio that released the top productions such as Incredibles, Toy Story, Finding Nemo or Ratatoiulle, will release in 2011 Cars 2 and will be made in 3D technology in collaboration with Disney. Cars 2 will be directed by Brad Lewis, who produced Ratatouille and Antz. Check out the new gallery of Cars 2 Pics below: What you can want more than from an animation movie made by the Pixar masters with spies, races and explosions, in which all the characters are cars? Something that is not about sex. Enjoy the new Cars 2 Trailer: Video: ‘Cars 2′ Trailer Incoming search terms:cars2cars 2all the spies in cars 2cars2 crshcars2\thomas cars 2Trailers Of Cars 2Related Posts:No Related...