Car News
2014 Subaru Outback launched
Launched in Europe in 1996, the original Subaru Outback pioneered the ‘Crossover’ concept, combining the comfort, interior space and superior on-road handling of a family estate with the off-road capability and ground clearance of a sports utility vehicle.
2014 Ford Fusion 3D Carbon bodykit
The turnaround in auto sales is well underway at Ford Motor Company. The Fusion is going nuclear, with sales expecting to exceed 300,000 in 2013. This is definitely a hot product with explosive growth. But, from a buyer’s perspective this often comes with a sense that personal identity and style gets lost in the numbers. Consumers want less confusion in their Fusion. Fortunately, as of September 1st, for those looking for a distinctive appearance, 3dCarbon is adding the Fusion to its growing lists of Official FordLicensed Accessories available directly from the dealer at the time of purchase.
Ford Transit high-roof introduced in UK
Ford’s new high-roof version of the multi-award-winning Transit Custom van offers 20 per cent greater load volume than the equivalent low-roof model at an additional cost of just £500*. It is available to order in the UK now for delivery later this year.
Kia Carens 3 Sat-Nav trim level launched in UK
The Kia Carens line-up has been extended to include the top spec ‘3 Sat Nav’ model which has been introduced from September and is now available for customers to order in dealerships.
Alfa Romeo introduces the 4C IFD bicycle
Sophisticated design with a light-weight, innovative frame: these are the features of the ‘4C IFD Bicycle’ project designed by the Alfa Romeo Style Centre and Compagnia Ducale. The acronym IFD (standing for ‘Innovative Frame Design’) places the accent on the intensive research aimed at making the frame as light as possible.
Nissan Leaf – semi-autonomous version certified for road use
Nissan President and CEO Carlos Ghosn today took delivery of Japan’s first license plate for a car equipped with highly advanced driver assist systems. It clears the way for a Nissan LEAF equipped with the technology to be tested on the public roads in Japan for the first time. The research program will accelerate the development of technologies fundamental to Autonomous Drive. The systems are designed to allow the driver to manually take over control at any time.
Mike Rockenfeller wins DTM title with Audi
Mike Rockenfeller has extended his biography by a decisive item in the second from last round of the 2013 DTM season at Zandvoort (the Netherlands). The 29-year-old Audi factory driver clinched an early title win in the most popular international touring car series DTM.
Mercedes A-Class to compete in the BTCC
Ciceley Racing will campaign a Mercedes-Benz A-Class in the 2014 Dunlop MSA British Touring Car Championship, paving way for the German manufacturer’s debut in Britain’s premier saloon car championship at Brands Hatch next March.
OK Chiptuning 2013 Skoda Superb Station Wagon
The extremely popular Skoda Superb estate wagon of the facelifted 2013 model has now become action object of OK-Chiptuning from Neukirchen-Vluyn.
2014 BMW 4-Series Coupe modified by AC Schnitzer
The German tuning house AC Schnitzer has unveiled their latest project for the 2014 BMW 4-Series Coupe. Thanks to the tuner modifications, the Bavarian model has now a more aggressive and sporty look.