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Cadillac CTS V Wagon price
The Cadillac CTS-V Wagon price was just announced, with order books now open for ordering, with the first delivering scheduled for 2011.
The Cadillac CTS V Wagon comes with a 6.2-litre V8 producing 556 HP and 747 Nm of torque, all of which will get send to the wheels via a six-speed manual transmission. A six-speed automatic gearbox is also available and when accelerating from 0 to 60 mph the Cadillac CTS V Wagon needs only 4 seconds flat.
XENATEC Maybach 57S Coupe
In case a regular Maybach does not provide the level of exclusivity you desire, then XENATEC, a German coachbuilder is offering the first Maybach 57S Coupe.
The B pillar has been pushed 20 cm to the back of the car, plus new doors and side panels have been added, but customers remain assured that the XENATEC Maybach 57S Coupe remains a comfortable four-seater.
Also the XENATEC Maybach 57S Coupe comes with 20 inch or optional 21 inch alloys, redesigned front and rear bumpers, slightly different taillights, a new diffuser and integrated exhaust pipes.
2011 Suzuki GSX R600, R750 and GSR750
Suzuki has introduced three new motorcycles at the Intermot Show in Cologne in Germany today, and these are the 2011 Suzuki GSX R600 and R750 plus the middleweight GSR750 model.
The 2011 Suzuki GSX R600 and R750 come with improved performance, as they both use lighter and more durable pistons developed by applying techniques used in the MotoGP engines. Also the 2011 Suzuki GSX R600 and R750 feature reworked cam profiles, narrow valve angles , and a close ratio gearbox with shorter ratios as well.
Infiniti IPL G Cabrio video
After introducing this new open top concept at the Paris Motor Show, the Japanese automaker decided to revel the first Infiniti IPL G Cabrio video as well.
Even though it is called a concept, the Infiniti IPL G Cabrio looks 100 percent production ready, and as far as propulsion, power will get extracted from a 3.7-litre V6 capable of generating 338 HP and 374 Nm of torque.
Video: New Lancia Stratos testing
We have new footage with the new Lancia Stratos doing runs on the Balocco track in Italy. These last tests with the Lancia Stratos also involve ex-Formula 1 driver Tiago Monteiro who gives his impressions on the car’s driving dynamics, which are essential to the final adjustments and optimization.
The new Lancia Stratos is also being tested at the Pininfarina wind tunnel in Turin, Italy and we remind you that under the bonnet there is a 483 horsepower engine, from a Ferrari 430.
2012 Porsche Cayman Clubsport debut
Various media outlets are reporting that the German automaker will debut the 2012 Porsche Cayman Clubsport at this year’s edition LA Motor Show.
The 2012 Porsche Cayman Clubsport which is expected to hit the market next year will be the most powerful version Cayman, with an output level of 340 horsepower while weighting 85 Kg less than the regular model.
Performance figures indicate that the 2012 Porsche Cayman Clubsport will accelerate from 0 to 100 Km/h (0 to 62 mph) in 5.0 seconds thanks to its 3.4-litre 6-cylinder boxer engine.
BMW K 1600 GT and K 1600 GTL
BMW is introducing the new, 6-cylinder in-line engine powered BMW K 1600 GT and K 1600 GTL motorcycles.
Both the BMW K 1600 GT and BMW K 1600 GTL are designed for long distance riding and comfort, and pack 160 bhp (118 kW) and 175 Nm of torque thanks to the lighters and most compact 6-cylinder in-line engine fitted on a motorcycle, with a capacity of 1,000 cc.
2011 Volvo S60 test drive
Another test drive with the new 2011 Volvo S60, but this time the video comes courtesy of AutoExpress who wanted to see where does this new Swedish saloon stand when compared to the Audi A4 and the BMW 3 Series sedan.
The 2011 Volvo S60 uses a 2.0 litre five-cylinder diesel unit developing 163 bhp and 295 lb-ft of torque thanks to which the car needs 9.2 seconds to sprint from 0 to 62 mph. Top speed is of 137 mph and power is send to the ground via a five-speed manual transmission.
Mercedes Fashion and Accessories
Mercedes is presenting the new collection of fashion items and accessories, designed for people with “a weakness for the Mercedes star”. This new collection is represented by two new selections called the “Mercedes-Benz Essentials” and “Lifestyle Selection”
Items in the Mercedes Benz Essentials selection include accessories for business and recreation like polo shirts, scarfs, unisex sunglasses, roller-ball pens with a laser-engraved logo and a ladies wristwatch with Swarovski crystals.
2011 Hyundai Sonata 2.0T Turbo price
Pricing for the 2011 Hyundai Sonata 2.0T Turbo version sold in the US has been announced.
Powered by the automaker’s first turbocharged 4-cylinder direction-injection gasoline engine, the 2011 Hyundai Sonata 2.0T Turbo packs 274 HP and 269 lb-ft of torque plus it returns 33 mpg highway.
The 2011 Hyundai Sonata 2.0T Turbo price starts at 24,145 USD, while the SE 2.0T version starts at 27,045 USD. For the range topping Sonata 2.0T pricing starts at 27,045 USD.