Ferrari FXX Evoluzione

FXX programme extended for further two years thanks to new evolution kit developed with assistance of Client Test-Drivers . Maranello 28th October 2007 - The innovative FXX programme, based on the eponymous prototype car and launched by Ferrari in June 2005, is being extended to 2008/2009. The FXX, which is the most advanced GT ever created at Maranello, has been updated with an evolution package aimed at further improving its handling and performance. The package was developed as a result of Ferrari's collaboration with its Client Test Drivers and with the invaluable support of Michael Schumacher. The FXXs equipped with this package will also sport a new livery in addition to new rear wing profiles.

Nissan GT-R 500 at Suzuka

Nissan will be running the GT-R in the GT500 class of the SUPER GT series in Japan for 2008.
The widened body, massive rear wing, and heavily vented hood make it that much meaner looking than the street version

Ford Fiesta Zetec S Celebration Edition

The success of the exciting Ford Fiesta line-up continues with the debut of another feature-packed special edition to appeal to Britain`s small car buyers.

Launched following the success of the hugely popular radian yellow Anniversary model in March 2007, the Fiesta Zetec S Celebration is a sensational supermini that`s packed with sporting ambition. Appealingly priced at £12,595, on sale from next month and limited to a production run of just 400 units, this striking limited edition promises exclusivity combined with low running costs.

Powered by Ford`s proven 100PS 1.6-litre 16-valve engine, the Celebration sprints from
0-62mph in less than 10 seconds, while combined economy is a frugal 43.5mpg but the big news is a unique package of additional equipment.

On top of the regular Zetec S kit list, the Celebration boasts a black and white chequered roof decal, unique identity number, chequered scuff plates and mats, full `Ebony Haze` leather interior, privacy glass and Panther Black door mirrors, bodyside mouldings, roof spoiler and tailgate handle.

Combined with 16-inch alloy wheels, air conditioning, trip computer, electric windows, CD player with portable music connection socket, sports front seats and lowered sports suspension, this is a car that allows Fiesta fans to celebrate three decades of sales success in real style

Sexy road test GALLARDO

Here is another sexy road test

New HYUNDAI H-1

Here are two pictures of new Hyundai H-1

Sexy Road Test - Chayenne Turbo S

IVECO'S NEW TOUGH OFF ROADER - THE MASSIF

After making its first international appearance (albeit in prototype form) accompanying the Itala on its journey to Beijing, the new Iveco Massif is making its first international appearance in Amsterdam this week. The Massif takes its original design from sports off-road vehicles before they underwent urbanisation and became sport utility vehicles for use primarily on asphalt roads. The Massif will be available in three-door and five-door estate versions, as a pick-up and also in a version with chassis cab.

Mitsuoka Orochi Kabuto Concept

Mitsuoka Motors, the world acclaimed hand-made classic and antique Japanese car manufacturer launches its sleek supercar, Orochi in a grand celebration of class and futuristic sophistication at its showroom in Jalan 222.

Malaysia was handpicked by its founder and President, Mr Susumu Mitsuoka as the first country in the world to market the stunning Orochi after it was successfully launched in Japan at the end of 2006.

Speaking at the function, Mr. Takanari Kawamura, Director of Mitsuoka Company Japan Ltd said, “We are proud to introduce the Orochi to the Malaysian market. Although the revolutionary design of the car is a shift from our current models of classic vintage cars, we stay true to our Company values of producing superior cars that are not just great to look at, but also come with excellence driving performance and high safety standards.”

“Today, even in Japan, we take pride as being the number one in global automobile production pursuing efficiency and profitability. A project specifically to design and develop a hand-fitted car is seldom heard of. In Mitsuoka, we are “crazy people with a love for the machine” - a small automobile manufacturer who challenges convention to produce hand-fitted machines from the Orient,” he further added.

Nissan GT-R video

Here is a small video of Nissan GT-R

Audi Metroproject

At the Tokyo Motor Show (24.10. - 11.11.2007) Audi is unveiling the metroproject quattro, an original, characteristically Audi design study for the sub-compact segment. The three-door four-seater car blends dynamic styling with exemplary economy of space and supreme quality in trailblazing fashion. At the same time, a series of visionary technical solutions take efficiency, dynamism and motoring pleasure into new territory as only Audi knows how. The drive unit for the metroproject quattro showcases a fully independent, innovative hybrid technology. At work under the bonnet is a 1.4.litre TFSI engine developing 110 kW (150 bhp), whose power is directed to the front wheels by means of the S-tronic Direct Shift Gearbox.

H&R S5 V8

From now on, the Audi A5 and S5, the new powerful and elegant coupés, can even be made more dynamic by H&R’s attractive suspension packages. The H&R spring kit not only further enhances the sporty look, but the lowering by 35 millimeters also results in improved driving dynamics. A spring kit is available for the S-line packages as well. Here, the ground clearance is reduced by about 25 millimeters as compared to the standard model. Hence, the 18 and 19 inch rims perfectly fill out the wheel arches and complete the elegant side view. The chassis nevertheless does not become uncomfortable, but rather ensures excellent road contact.

BMW X5 M

We spotted at the legendary Nurburgring circuit a prototype of upcoming BMW X5 Motorsport.

The famous official tuner BMW, Motorsport, for the first time is making an SUV. The engine should be the same amazing 500hp V10 actually under BMW M5's bonnet. Alloy whhels are at least 21 inches, to guarantee great handling and precision drive.

Kimi Raikkonen wins F1 Drivers' World Championship title

Kimi Raikkonen won the Brazilian Grand Prix to take the Drivers' World Championship title, the first of his career and the fifteenth for Ferrari in Formula 1. This was win number 201 from 758 Grands Prix entered by Scuderia Ferrari Marlboro, the fifteenth from 122 race starts for Kimi.

Alfa Romeo 147 Ducati

Alfa Romeo will soon introduce a special version of sports hatchback 147 made in collaboration with Ducati Corse. This really unique 147 will feature the "Q2" limited slip differential and an enhanced version of 1.9 MJet diesel engine, with 20 extra hp.

There will be a switch in the console to boost power from 150 to 170 hp. Exclusive 18 inch wheels will get more aggressive this 147 aviabl in "rosso Ducati" color and with sports leather seats.

2008 Nissan GT-R

With sales due to start in Japan in December, Nissan is today also confirming the final name of the car. Previous generations of this car were known as the Skyline GT-R; the new name for this car is simply Nissan GT-R in all global markets. Supporting substantial early customer interest in the Nissan GT-R, the company is today making available for customers in Japan some initial details including basic specifications, colors and practical information on placing pre-orders. Prices in Japan for the Nissan GT-R will start from around 7.8 million yen.

In support of the sale of the Nissan GT-R, the company also announced today the establishment of 160 Nissan High Performance Centers in Japan. These centers have been established to provide specialist sales and servicing support for customers of the Nissan GT-R.

Del Piero recives Fiat 500

Alessandro Del Piero, Captain of Juventus Football Club, was recently presented with a brand new Fiat 500 by Lorenzo Sistino, General Executive Manager of Fiat Automobiles SpA. It’s appropriate that Alessandro, who plays in the number 10 jersey for Juventus, was also given the tenth Fiat 500 - a 1.4-litre petrol version in classic white - to roll off the production line in Tychy, Poland.

Citroen C5

With the new C5, Citroën establishes a strong position in the mid-high range vehicle segment, where the key qualities are appeal, performance, status and quality. The new C5 combines a strong personality, with dynamic performance, status and quality Respecting the design cues of this segment, Citroën has developed two cars: a saloon whose flowing lines express style and status and a dynamic looking estate that places the emphasis on emotion without forgetting functional convenience. With the new C5, Citroën satisfies the requirements of executive vehicle buyers in terms of quality and reliability by setting new standards in development, design and industrial production.
With a wheelbase of 2.82 m, the C5 road car is designed to satisfy buyers of large saloons looking for postural comfort and outstanding space. The adjustable front seats, featuring manual or electric controls, and the height - and reach-adjustable steering wheel let drivers find a driving position suited to their body shape and driving habits.

Depending on trim levels, two seat categories are also available to ensure maximum comfort. "Harmonie", based on flowing lines for an impression of comfort and well-being, and "Caractère", featuring stronger support and more pronounced lines, illustrating the quest for driving thrills. The electrically controlled front seats (standard with Exclusive trim) include comfort features that are new to this vehicle category. The driver can adjust the top part of the back rest to achieve a comfortable position while fully supporting the top part of the chest.

According to the version, the driver's seat back can feature a back massage function. Passengers at the rear also travel in comfort, thanks to the well designed and particularly generous leg room. The absence of a central tunnel further increases space. The rear seat features three height-adjustable headrests and, depending on trim,, a central armrest comprising a vast stowage compartment and two can-holders built into a sliding drawer, a ski flap and – last – a 60/40 fold function, freeing up a flat floor.

Citroen 2 Chevaux

The worldwide success of Fiat 500 and, even earlier, Mini by BMW created the market for the ‘automotive revival’. Between all the past most famous city cars, the Citroen Deux Chevaux cannot be forgotten. Born in 1939, the Deux Chevaux become famous because of its simplicity, limited costs, and reliability.

Alpina B7

BMW and ALPINA have long had a history of working together to produce special BMW automobiles. Burkard Bovensiepen, son of the founder of ALPINA Business Machines and an enthusastic racing driver/engineer, began his automotive career path in 1961 by developing a dual-carburetor setup for the just-introduced BMW 1500 sedan. It was a predictive beginning: to take an already fine-performing BMW (which also just happened to be a practical sedan) and making it perform even better.
BMW itself offers a 7 Series model powered by a 438-horsepower V-12 engine, the 760Li. It is indeed a high-performance car, combining the velvety and high-torque power delivery of a 12-cylinder engine with ultimate luxury. For an unabashedly sporty interpretation of the 7 Series, ALPINA chose the path of supercharging BMW’s V-8 engine.

By selecting as the basis for the B7 the BMW 750i, with its V-8 engine and regular-wheelbase platform, ALPINA could achieve a vehicle weight some 400 pounds lighter than that of the 760Li – a benefit in terms of agility and maneuverability. Then, to attain a power target of 500 hp, ALPINA added a supercharger to the V-8 engine, which adds little weight but lots of horsepower.

Mazda3 MPS Extreme

This special edition is an extreme car, a modified version of the high-performance Mazda3 Mazda Performance Series (MPS). Based on the top-selling Sports Pack luxury specification, the Mazda3 MPS Extreme has received engine, suspension and exhaust upgrades that improve the performance of the world's quickest hot-hatch by about twenty per cent.

Modified by Mazda Australia Motorsport Manager, Allan Horsley, this extreme makeover involves a recalculation to the car's Powertrain Control Module (PCM), allowing its standard 2.3-litre DISI turbo engine to generate a massive 210kW of power at 5300rpm and 425Nm of torque at 4400rpm.