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SEAT Exeo and Exeo ST Facelift
In an effort to make the Exeo more attractive, the Spanish from Seat are now introducing the facelift versions Exeo sedan and estate, with both models featuring newly designed front fascias and new TDI engines with improved fuel efficiency.
Visually, the new Seat Exeo facelift achieves its new identity through the revamped bi-xenon headlights which incorporate A4 resembling LED lines, and the new 17 and 18 inch alloys, while at the interior the most notable feature is represented by the new steering wheel.
2012 Mercedes B Class Unveiled
Daimler has officially unveiled the 2012 Mercedes B Class ahead of its public premiere at the 2011 Frankfurt Motor Show.
Based on a new front wheel drive platform and featuring a new design and new power-trains, the 2012 Mercedes B Class is “substantially more agile and efficient, but as comfortable and spacious as ever”.
The new platform which will also be used on the new A Class, is named the MFA (Modular Front Architecture) and is directly tied to the fact that the new B Class offers more interior space, especially in the knee and leg area.
TECHART Aerodynamic Kit I for 2011 Porsche Cayenne
The German tuners from Techart, known for their custom creations that only involve Porsche models, are presenting their latest individualisation program for the 2011 Cayenne SUV.
Called the Aerodynamic Kit I the program consists of sporty elements like a three piece front spoiler with integrated air ducts which help cool the brake system, custom side skirts, a roof spoiler and a modified rear apron which incorporates the diffuser and two reflectors on the sides of the tailgate.
2012 Aston Martin V12 Vantage GT3
Aston Martin is introducing its next race car, which they call the natural successor to the enormously successful DBRS9 – the 2012 Vantage GT3.
Powered by a modified version of the 6.0-litre v12 engine from the production version V12 Vantage, the 2012 Aston Martin Vantage GT3 is expected to produce no less than 600 HP and 700 Nm of torque which will be sent to the wheels via a Xtrac 6 speed sequential gearbox with semi-automatic paddle shifters.
2013 Audi A8 Hybrid
The production version 2013 Audi A8 Hybrid was just unveiled by the German automaker, and the car awaits its official presentation at next month’s IAA in Frankfurt.
Scheduled to go on sale in 2012 the A8 Hybrid is 99 percent identical to the Concept seen in Geneva last year, which means power is extracted from a tweaked 2.0-litre TFSI petrol engine rated at 211 HP (151 kW) and 350 Nm of torque (258 lb-ft) and a disc shaped electric motor developing 54 HP (40 kW) and 210 Nm (154 lb-ft) of torque.
2012 Toyota Camry Price Photos and Specs
After many teasers and leaks the 7th generation 2012 Toyota Camry has finally been revealed by the Japanese automaker.
The car looks sharper mainly due to its angular shaped headlights and taillights, while the interior promises to be a bit more refined due to higher quality materials, new dashboard design and redesigned seats.
2012 Bentley Continental GTC
Bentley has unveiled the second generation Continental GTC right before the International Auto Show (IAA) in Frankfurt is ready to kick off next month.
We get a presentation video and a number pf photos that underline the fact that the 2012 Bentley Continental GTC has basically been improved in every aspect with some of the highlights including the sculpted exterior design featuring aluminium front wings and sharp power lines and the luxurious interior with the sweeping dashboard and instrument panel finished in premium leather plus the new touchscreen, 30GB infotainment system with dynamic route guidance and Google Map compatibility.
2012 Mercedes B Class Leaked Photo
An official photo with the 2012 Mercedes B Class seen from the outside has been leaked online recently, after the automaker has published a few images that showcased the interior not to long ago.
This new generation model is scheduled to debut in Frankfurt next month, and apart from featuring various design element borrowed from the BlueZero Concept, the car is also bigger than the outgoing version, measuring 4,359 m in length, 1,786 m in width and 1,557 m in height.
JE Design Seat Ibiza
The Tuners from JE Design have completed a new body kit suitable for the Seat Ibiza 6J, turning the Spanish model into a sportier, more self-confident looking car.
The kit is not only about appearance as it also improves the Ibiza in terms of aerodynamics, and the OEM quality components that are included are a a new front grille, an aggressive looking front apron (654 Euro), LED daytime running lights integrated beneath the headlights (238 Euro), headlamp covers (89 Euros), custom side skirts (299 Euro) and a rear apron attachment (299 Euro).
BB Audi RS3
Seigen based German tuning company B&B Automobiltechnik has developed a retrofit program for the current Audi RS3, offering various power expansion phases that can reach up to 510 HP and 680 Nm of torque.
This four stage engine program starts with optimising the electronics for 1,950 Euro and enabling the 2.5-litre TFSI engine powering the BB Audi RS3 to produce 410 HP and 560 Nm of torque.
The seconds stage costs 2,950 Euro and in this case the output reaches 425 HP and 580 Nm of torque through optimised air cooling, increased boost pressure and new injection code fields.