Saab 9-5 crash test video

Saab 9-5 crash test video

New Cars
01 Jun 2010
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The Swedish manufacturer has published a crash test video in which two new Saab 9-5 models are involved in a head-on collision.

We have to agree that the company’s medium size sedan performed pretty well as both front doors on each of the two Saab 9-5 cars could be opened normally after impact, which in most cases is a sign of minor deformations inside the cabin.

Skoda Superb Fastback Concept

Skoda Superb Fastback Concept

Concept Cars
01 Jun 2010
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Czech magazine ‘Auto Design’ has published a video which presents their vision of the Skoda Superb Fastback concept.

The graphic reconstruction was done by designer and architect Pavel Hruby who used the Audi A5 Sportback as inspiration for the Skoda Superb Fastback concept.

Seat Ibiza SC Sport Edition

Seat Ibiza SC Sport Edition

New Cars
01 Jun 2010
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The Seat Ibiza SC Sport is a limited edition model destined for the German market for which production will resume to only 300 units.

Powered by a 1.6-litre petrol engine that outputs 105 HP, the Seat Ibiza SC Sport Edition features the classic Lamborghini Orange body finish that is in contrast with the black 17 inch alloys, black mirror casings and roof.

2011 Citroen C4

2011 Citroen C4

New Cars
01 Jun 2010
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Official photos and initial details with the 2011 Citroen C4 have been revealed, and the company’s new hatchback will make public debut at this year’s Paris Motor Show in September.

The 2011 Citroen C4 is 4.33 meters in long, 1.79 meters wide and 1.49 meters, features a stylish exterior and interior and uses high-quality materials in combination with the latest technologies.

BMW Z4 35is test drive

BMW Z4 35is test drive

Videos
31 May 2010
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Autocar has taken the sportiest version BMW Z4 which is the 35is out for a test drive. The Bavarian automaker has not launched an M4 version this time, but the BMW Z4 35is is quite the best next thing as it packs 335 HP and 332 lb-ft of torque, taking 4.8 seconds to accelerate from 0 to 62 mph.

Infiniti FX50S review video

Infiniti FX50S review video

New Cars
31 May 2010
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Fiftgear has tested the Infiniti FX50S, shot a review video and told us what they think about Nissan’s luxury brand SUV.

The Infiniti FX50S borrows the chassis found on the 370Z, is 4WD with a limited slip differential and the car’s total weight is close to 2,000 Kg. There are 3 engine choices offered for the Infiniti FX50S which are a 3.0-litre diesel, a 3.0-litre V6 petrol plus a 5.0-litre V8 packing 385 bhp for the range topping variant.

New Lawnmower Speed Record

New Lawnmower Speed Record

Various
31 May 2010
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A new lawnmower speed record has been set by Project Runningblade at the Pendile Sands two weeks ago on the 23rd of May.

The new land speed record was achieved by Don Wales who drove the lawnmower at speeds of 87,833 mph beating its own speed record which was set just one day before, on Saturday

2011 Volkswagen Touran BlueMotion

2011 Volkswagen Touran BlueMotion

New Cars
31 May 2010
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The German car maker has published a new set of photos together with additional detais reffering to their new range 2011 Volkswagen Touran models which includes the fuel efficient 1.6-litre TDI BlueMotion.

The 2011 Volkswagen Touran BlueMotion is 27 percent more fuel efficient comparing to the previous generation as it needs less than 4.6-litres of fuel per 100 Km (in a combynded cycle). Besides the new sophisticated technologies, factors that enable such low fuel consumption figures are the smaller capacity engine and the MPV’s improved aerodynamics.

T.27 Electric City Car Specs

T.27 Electric City Car Specs

Future Cars
27 May 2010
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Gordon Murray has released the full list of specs for the T.27 electric city car. Featuring a powertrain developed by Zytek Automotive the T.27 electric city car combines lightweight design with power provided by a 25 kW electric motor that is backed by a Li-Ion battery pack.

In a combined cycle the T.27 promises CO2 emissions of only 48g per Km in a combined cycle or 28g per Km in urban mode, with a driving range between 80 and 100 miles.

Nissan Juke Price

Nissan Juke Price

Market
27 May 2010
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The 2011 Nissan Juke price for UK has just been announced with the new compact SUV going on sale in late September while order books will open in June.

Offered in two and four-wheel-drive versions, the Nissan Juke will be available with three levels of trim : Visia, Acenta and Tekna. As far as engine choices the 2011 Nissan Juke crossover can be fitted with a 117PS 1.6-litre petrol engine, a 110PS 1.5-litre dCi diesel or a 190PS 1.6-litre direct injection turbo petrol.