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Renault Formula 2.0 race car
The new Renault Formula 2.0 race car has just completed its first test session successfully at the Pembrey Circuit in South Wales, UK. Driving the Renault Formula 2.0 race car was Formula Renault UK Champion Dean Smith who hopes will rank up to formula 2 this season. The 2010 Renault Formula 2.0 race car features a new chassis and the 2.0-litre engine powering it delivers 210 bhp. The car also uses a 7-speed paddle-shift sequential gearbox and after doing around 75 laps around the track, Manor Competition Team Manager Tony Shaw said “The test went really well and we’re very happy with the car and its build quality.” The new Renault Formula 2.0 race car will debut at the…
2010 Fiat Punto Evo UK price
The 2010 Fiat Punto Evo price for UK’s market has been announced today along with extensive details regarding improvements and equipment on the newest model. The 2010 Fiat Punto Evo will be available as a 3-door or a 5-door version and under the bonnet customers will find a wide range of engines with power ranging from 75 horsepower to 135 horsepower. All 2010 Fiat Punto Evo engines feature the MultiAir technology which is an electronic system for dynamic control of air intake plus the Start & Stop system is included as standard. The 2010 Fiat Punto Evo price for UK starts at 10,995 GBP for the basic Active 1.4 8v 3 door model while the while the most expensive is the…
2010 Opel Astra commercial
In the video below you can watch the latest commercial promoting the new generation 2010 Opel Astra. The footage seems inspired from the James Bond movies, and we take it the manufacturer wants to underline the Astra’s smart, young character with its classy design and advanced technology features. The top of the line 2010 Opel Astra is powered by a 1.6-litre engine delivering 180 horsepower (132 kW) and the company says a highly efficient EcoFLEX version will soon join the…
2011 BMW 535i 530d sedan video
The Bavarian automaker has released further details with the 2011 BMW 535i and 530d models as well as a set of videos that present the interior, exterior and the technology behind their new luxury sedan. The 2011 BMW 5 Series will be initially launched with one 8-cylinder and three 6-cylinder petrol engines plus two 6-cylinder diesel units with most powerfull fitted in the 550i that will feature BMW’s TwinPower Turbo Technology and High Precision Injection for a maximum output of 407 horsepower (300 kW). The 2011 BMW 535i will pack 306 HP…
Audi R8 Spyder price for UK
The Audi R8 Spyder price for UK was announced today as the topless German sportscar will debut on Britain’s roads starting from spring 2010. Together with this announcement the automaker also said that is preparing two V10 powered Audi R8 LMS V10 supercars to compete in the 2010 FIA GT3 European Championships. The Audi R8 Spyder extracts power from a 5.2-litre FSI engine developing 525 PS that enables 4.1 second acceleration times from 0 to 62 mph white top speed has been clocked at 197 mph. The Audi R8 Spyder price for UK starts at 111,955 GBP for the 6-speed manual version, while the…
2010 Pagani Zonda C9 price
Various sources are starting to report specific facts regarding the 2010 Pagani Zonda C9, after the Italian company’s owner gave details in an interview in Argentina. The 2010 Pagani Zonda C9 will feature a 700 horsepower 6.0-litre V12 Mercedes-Benz AMG sourced engine that will develop an impressive 1000 Nm of torque and only 40 units will be manufactured per year. According to Horacio Pagani the 2010 Pagani Zonda C9 is a completely redeveloped supercar that will have a carbon titanium chassis, special performance tires and Bosch electronics. The 2010 Pagani Zonda price will start at around 900,000 Euro or 1,265,000 USD and the supercar is expected to be launched at the end…
Kia Ray Teaser
The Korean manufacturer has just released a teaser image with its latest concept car named the Kia Ray. The Kia Ray is an electric-car that was styled by the company’s design centre in America and will be unveiled at the 2010 Chicago Auto Show in February. The Kia Ray teaser doesn’t reveal much other than a blurry view of the vehicle’s back part and it’s taillights and the company says their future plug-in hybrid wants to demonstrate the company’s evolution in terms of design. At this point there are no other technical details regarding the Kia Ray and even though we don’t know if this pug-in hybrid will make it into production, the automaker says it will launch Liquefied…
OXIGIN 15 V two wheels
Rim specialist OXIGIN has launched a new set of light alloy wheels named the the OXIGIN 15 V two. The design of the OXIGIN 15 V two wheels consists of five intertwined V-spokes which are stretching far outside the rim bead, creating a large wheel apearance with each V-spoke having a deep recess. There are two types of OXIGIN 15 V two wheels which are black full polish finish or chromesilver ,both versions covered with a special acrylic-clear vanish-coating that helps protect the rim from…
MINI Countryman Video
This is the first MINI Countryman video showing both statinc and dynamic footage with the newest addition to the manufacturer’s lineup. The MINI Countryman will be seen in the flesh at the 2010 Geneva Motor Show in March, and the three versions that will hit the market are the MINI One D Countryman, the MINI Cooper Countryman and the top of the line MINI Cooper S Countryman. Watch the first MINI Countryman Video after the jump…
2011 Buick Regal Price
GM announces the 2011 Buick Regal price today, and so far the car will be available only in CXL trim with two additional levels to be added in 2012. Engine choices available for the 2011 Buick Regal include the standard 2.4L Ecotec direct injected unit developing 182 HP (136 kW) and the optional 2.0L Ecotec turbocharged and direct injected that packs 220 HP (164 kW). Both these engines are mated to a 6-speed automatic gearbox with Driver Shift Control with fuel efficiency levels of 30 mpg highway with the 2.4L and 29 mpg with the 2.0L. The 2011 Buick Regal price starts at 26,995 USD while the turbo model goes on sale starting at 29,495 USD. More details regarding standard…