2012 Volkswagen Tiguan SUV can be ordered in two different versions

The new VW Tiguan is an SUV with design parallels to the larger Touareg with powerful and at the same time fuel-efficient engines; fuel consumption is 5.3 litres per 100 km for the two front-wheel drive Volkswagen Tiguans 2.0 TDI with BlueMotion Technology (81 kW / 110 PS and 103 kW / 140 PS).

An SUV that shuts off the engine completely whenever possible in city driving thanks to a Stop/Start system. SUV that is ideal, versatile companion for life on the move with its excellent all-round characteristics, great practicality, 1,510 litres cargo space, up to 2,500 kg trailer load (with 4MOTION all-wheel drive) and many cleverly designed features. In Germany, the perfected Tiguan will arrive on the market in mid-June 2011; other European countries will follow at the beginning of August, and overseas markets at the end of August.

The front end design was completely reinterpreted. The Volkswagen Tiguan is still the only SUV in its class that can be ordered in two different versions: one for on-road use and one specially tuned for off-road driving. Visually, the two models differ in their front ends (“On-road” has an 18 degree angle of approach, “Off-road” 28 degrees).

Both models now show greater independence, better dynamic performance and more stylistic precision. In addition, like the on-road version, the off-road version is now also available with a top equipment line. In this case, the off-road specialist is known as the Track & Style (on-road: “Sport & Style”).

2012 Chevrolet Corvette Z06 Centennial Edition with V8

Strategy changes the next-generation Corvette has been planned by General Motors to attract more customers. Traditionally, the Corvette has always been offered with high-displacement eight-cylinder powertrains, but the C7 Corvette may also offer a small, turbocharged V8.

However, traditional V8 enthusiasts need not worry, as the story states that a full range of engines will be available, including the classic larger displacement units that have traditionally found a home in the Corvette.

Of course, the rumormill about exactly what’s in store for the C7 Corvette continues to swirl. We’ve heard everything from a mid-engine layout to a split rear window design that pays tribute to the 1963 ‘Vette. Whatever the case, GM just invested $131 million in the Bowling Green, Kentucky plant that builds the Corvette and the all-new model is expected to arrive within the next two to three years.

2012 Pagani Huayra has a 1350 Kg dry weight

In the Veneto region of northern Italy lies the Adria International Raceway, and it hosted Pagani‘s engineers as they played around with their new toy. The Pagani Huayra measures 4605mm in length, 1169mm in height, 2036mm in width and has a 2796mm wheelbase, the official Pagani Huayra specs say it has a 1350 Kg dry weight with a 44% front 56% rear weight distribution.

The exact safety equipment used by the Pagani Huayra has not been revealed, but the company clearly states that it compiles with all the regulations imposed by both the European and the USA market. We guess that if you’re doing 370 km/h they’re pointless anyway. The exact pagany Huayra price list has not been announced, but early estimates put it around the 1 million Euro mark, we’ll have more details regarding the Pagani Huayra price and exact date when it will go on sale at a later time.

Planning the future of Lotus Elan in 2013

Lotus still has a lot of forward planning for the future map, despite a series of concepts presented at the Paris Motor Show. Five concept vehicles were revealed in 2010:the Elan, Elise, Elite, Esprit and Eterne. We’ve got an update on two of them. The Lotus Esprit should arrive by 2013. The Elan, however, has a murkier future. Forget 2013; it’s been speculated that we might not see it until 2016. Blame the Lotus Evora.

Lotus planned to shut down the Evora so that it could give way to the Elan. Now, Lotus management has decided that the Evora deserves a traditional model cycle. Should the Evora continue into a second generation, it puts the Elan’s existence into question. If a second-generation Evora isn’t developed, a next-generation car, then new Elan will arrive and fill in the open lineup spot.

2011 Kubatech Mercedes-Benz C63 AMG

For some people, there is no such thing as too much horsepower. The more the better, even if we’re talking about a compact sedan like the Mercedes-Benz C63 AMG that leaves Stuttgart’s factory with a 6.2-liter V8 engine cranking out 457-horsepower and 600 Nm (442 lb-ft)of peak torque.

In the case of German tuning firm Kubatech, the answer to the C63 AMG’s horsepower problem was a Stage 3 performance kit that includes a new ECU from Mcchip-dkr along with a complete sports exhaust system from Cargraphic, which help bump output to 583HP and 692 Nm (510 lb-ft).

The engine upgrade is accompanied by a new set of 19-inch alloy wheels in a black matte finish, shod in high-performance Michelin rubber.

Lexus Loses Big In the U.S.A.: Outpaced by Two of its German Rivals

Mercedes-Benz will most probably sell 254,100 cars and SUVs in the States topping BMW’s estimated deliveries of 250,400 units. Lexus is projected to drop to third place with 192,900 sales.

Though it has sunk a lot of money into the LFA supercar and CT 200h hybrid batch, Lexus’ supposed mainstay models – the IS, GS and LS ranges of sedans – have all been stagnating. Its rivals meanwhile have been ramping up U.S. production, developing new or refreshing older models and sinking hundreds of millions in improving its stateside manufacturing facilities.

Though Lexus has long held a strategic position in the U.S. market, its sales outside North America have been lacking. As was the case with Volvo and safety, reliability is now pretty much a given and excellence in customer service has become integral to the vast majority of the world’s luxury automakers. With Lexus’ current woes, the result is, as you’d expect.

The battle lines have been drawn, and three titans are ready to fight for the number one spot in 2012. Unfortunately, it looks as if Lexus will not be one of them.

2011 Endora Cars SC-1 Concept inspired by the American and European sports cars

Corvette-based builds ranging from the bad-ass Rossi SixtySix and the Genadi LSR Roadster to the more recent Soleil Anadi. In other words, there’s a Corvette for every taste, however outlandish you can imagine.

The latest company to jump onto the Corvette coachbuilding bandwagon is Endora Cars, which is based in Germany. Their build is called the SC-1 and it’s styling is inspired by the American and European sports cars of the 1960s and early 1970s. the SC-1 blends certain elements of the Corvette such as the Coke-bottle profile and sweeping roof, with a sharp front nose and a unique rear end along with partially covered rear wheel arches.

Endora Cars said it will offer buyers the choice of three configurations. The basic model will be equipped with GM’s 6.2-liter V8 pushing out 437-ponies and 424 lb-ft of peak torque, while a second option will be a 7.0-liter V8 with 512HP and 470 lb-ft of torque. Sitting at the top of the range will be a supercharged version of the 6.2-liter V8 delivering 647-horsepower and 604 lb-ft of torque to the rear axle.

All engines will be mated to a six-speed-manual gearbox, while a 6-speed automatic transmission and paddleshifts will be optional on the entry-level V8 model.

2012 Mazda Demio – Skyactiv-G 1.3

The new generation of powertrains will soon have its another member out on the road, Skyactiv announced that the “Skyactiv-G 1.3” direct-injection gasoline engine will debut on the facelifted Demio (known as the Mazda2 in international markets) in Japan this summer.

The Mazda Demio will come with 1.3-liter engine features a record high compression ratio of 14.0:1 and delivers 84 horsepower at 5,400 rpm and 112 Nm (82.6 lb-ft) of peak torque at 4,000 rpm. In the Demio, it returns an impressive average fuel consumption of 3.33 lt/100 km (70.6 mpg), according to Japanese norms.

The low fuel consumption is also due to Mazda‘s new i-stop system and the continuously variable transmission (CVT), as the improved start/stop system alone contributes to an 8 percent drop in fuel consumption.

2011 Oakley Design Lamborghini Aventador LP760-2 – Extreme Car

60 horsepower will be added by Oakley Design for the V12 engine‘s output and to trade the all-wheel-drive system for a more dramatic Diablo-reminiscent rear-wheel-drive setup.

Oakley Design estimates the removal of the front differential, drive shafts and associated front drivetrain parts will reduce kerb weight by around 85 kilograms. The tuners believe the Aventador’s advanced suspension design and very stiff full carbon monocoque should be able to handle 760 horsepower with just rear-wheel-drive. Nonetheless, to improve grip, the rear wheels will be wider. The company is also working on developing several suspension upgrade alternatives with Intrax.

Oakley Design will offer extensive modifications to the car’s looks as well. Along with an aero kit, the package will include carbon fiber door mirrors and engine bay covers, plus a black carbon roof.

2011 BMW 328 Hommage Concept

The BMW 328′s success was the result of its design parameters – through the use of systematic lightweight construction, aerodynamic lines, opti-mum engine types and outstanding suspension technology, it laid the foundation stone for a new vehicle concept, by which performance only leads to success if combined with perfect harmonisation of all parameters and maximum efficiency.

In 2011 the dream sports car is celebrating its 75th birthday. The festivities will begin near Lake Como at the Mille Miglia. There, the main focus will be on the fascination of the BMW 328 racing car. A week later at the Concorso d’Eleganza Villa d’Este, the two-seater’s functional aesthetics will be the focus of attention. In this area of conflict be-tween tradition and modernity, the BMW Group is paying tribute to the BMW 328 on the occasion of its anniversary with a special model – the BMW 328 Hommage Concept.  The BMW 328 Hommage translates the principles and the character of the vehicle of that time into present times and offers a possible interpretation of how the designers of that time, Fritz Fiedler and Rudolf Schleicher, might have built the BMW 328 in the present day using current technology.

2011 Jaguar E-Type Speedster

Appearance the world’s most exclusive hand built car – the E-Type Speedster Lightweight – an authentic Jaguar E-Type from the 1960s reworked with more muscular styling which has been shown by Eagle. and taking place at Syon House in west London on 22nd-24th June, 2011.

Eagle has a global reputation as an E-Type specialist, and offers an unparalleled collection of magnificent E-Types for sale, ranging from the earliest original specification dealer launch examples through to fully developed cars.

Beneath the Speedster Lightweight’s jaw-droppingly beautiful body, every component has been thoughtfully and skilfully reworked, improved and often lightened resulting in a handmade automotive masterpiece with a weight of just 1000kg. The technical tour de force is the original Lightweight E-Type based aluminium 4.7 litre fuel injected engine and aluminium drive train. While retaining an external appearance identical to the original, they enable the car to offer a power- to- weight ratio matching that of the very latest Porsche 911 Turbo.

Jaguar E-Type Speedster Lightweight Specification :

    * Engine: 4.7 litre, aluminium in line 6 cylinder, longitudinal front mounted
    * Cylinder head: Aluminium twin cam big valve.
    * Max power: 310bhp @ 4800rpm
    * Max Torque: 340lb ft @ 3600rpm
    * Fuelling: Fuel injection with individual throttle bodies and ECU
    * Transmission: Aluminium 5 speed gearbox, aluminium Power Lock differential
    * Suspension: Independent wishbones, 6 high tech adjustable dampers, anti roll bars and rear radius arms
    * Brakes: 315mm/280mm drilled and vented discs, Aluminium 4 pot calipers, servo assistance
    * Steering: Rack and pinion
    * Wheels: 6 x 16 front, 7.5 x 16 rear, aluminium rims with stainless steel spokes
    * Tyres: 225/55 x 16 front, 245/55 x 16 rear
    * Weight: 1008kg dry
    * 0-60mph: under 5 seconds
    * Top speed: 160mph plus
    * Height: 1000mm
    * Length: 4260mm
    * Width: 1740mm

2011 Gucci Fiat 500 sales will begin in July

The blonde temptress from the land of hot spies, beautiful ballets and Vodka, is dressed in a one-of-a-kind black leather ensemble and is all over the 500’s ultra compact body.

The campaign was imagined by Gucci Creative Director Frida Giannini, who was also responsible for the design of the 500 special edition. Fiat said the single and double-page advertisements will appear in publications throughout the year.

The Fiat 500 by Gucci was unveiled at the Geneva Motor Show this past March to celebrate both the 150th anniversary of the unification of Italy and Gucci’s 90th anniversary. It went on sale in Italy on April 1st with a base price of €17,000 (US$24,200). Euro-wide sales will begin in July with the rest of the world to follow at the end of the year.

The Gucci-branded Italian mini is offered in a choice of two color themes, black exterior with shiny chrome details, and a two-tone black and white interior, or with a white exterior shade with satin chrome details, and an ivory and black interior. Gucci’s pin stripes as well as 16-inch alloy wheels are found on both versions

2011 Nissan 370Z GT Edition in Britain

Nissan UK has announced the introduction of new 2011 370Z GT Edition, after the presentation of Europe in March. The new GT model is based on the European market 2011 370Z adding bespoke styling and equipment features to the mix.

Nissan updated the European market version of the 370Z for 2011 with changes to the suspension, the underbody insulation and to the optional seven-speed automatic transmission.

The 370Z GT Edition comes with special side stripes in a nod to the 1970s and the original Z model, and standard 19inch RAYS forged alloy wheels finished in a dark anthracite color. It is available in three body hues, Pearl White, Kuro (metallic) black and Black Rose, with the latter shade being exclusive to the 370Z GT Edition.

The Nissan 370Z GT Edition also benefits from added features such as the rear view parking camera, which comes as part of the Premium Connect satellite navigation system, and the fitment of a tire pressure monitoring system.

2011 Lamborghini Indomable Concept built into Hypercar

Lamborghini Indomable is actually a project developed by Daniel Ochoa and Alberto Fernandez Chinchilla Albilares. A US business known as 215 Racing has purchased the distinctive rights for the style and will have the car built by its subsidiary Mostro Di-Potenza (Italian for “Monster of Power”). The sleek coupe will be renamed to SF22, as being a tribute for the influence that the F22 fighter jet had on the car’s style. Furthermore, SF stands for Street Fighter.

They options to develop only fifty models of this supercar, plus they would like to attract shoppers with a mind-blowing package deal.

The corporation additional the SF22 may have a carbon-fiber and Kevlar blend composite body, Airspeed adjustable intercoolers and wing / speed brakes. The American firm options to build two vehicles per month and is already accepting orders, with 1st deliveries scheduled for mid-2012.