BMW the German auto manufacturer announced first appearance of its 6-cylinder turbocharged version of the BMW 535i Gran Turismo at the 2010 Detroit Auto Show.  The BMW 535i Gran Turismo car is powered by BMW’s 3.0L 6-cylinder turbocharged engine creating 300-hp at 5,800 rpm with a maximum torque of 300 lb-ft existing from 1,200 to 5,000 rpm. The engine will permit the 535i Gran Turismo to go from 0-60 mph in 6.2 seconds. “This is the same level of performance as the current 3.0-liter twin-turbo six-cylinder but with the modernism of double-scroll equipment and the incorporation of VALVETRONIC, this new engine will be even more fuel efficient,” said in a report by BMW spokesperson.  The BMW 535i Gran Turismo is revealed at 2010 Detroit Auto Show will be available for sale in the spring of 2010.
Chrysler Group one of the famous US automaker is announced that it will show electric version of the Fiat 500 minicar at the 2010 Detroit Auto Show next month.  The Chrysler Fiat 500 minicar will be powered by Fiat's 1.4-liter FIRE engine, for completely incorporated robotized. The output of engine will vary from about 100 hp for the base model to about 175 hp for the turbocharged version destined to be the Abarth sporty model.  Chrysler will make the FIRE engines in its Dundee, Mich., plant starting in next year. At 139.6 inches, the four-passenger 500 hatchback is 33 inches longer than the Smart ForTwo. In addition to the electric version of the 500, Chrysler will display the entire Fiat 500 cars the sources said. The 500C cabriolet is also added and planned to go on sale in 2011.
Cadillac the concept car maker has revealed a new concept car 2011 Cadillac CTS-V Coupe that will be launched at the Detroit Auto Show on next month. The car is completely a new concept and variant of new 2011 Cadillac CTS coupe which has the Voltec-powered Converj as well as the 3 Series-fighting ATS.  The 2011 Cadillac CTS-V Coupe car is powered by a 6.2-liter supercharged V8 engine, with 556 horsepower and 551 lb-feet of torque, a choice of automatic and manual six-speed transmissions, a sport suspension with Magnetic Ride Control and standard 19-inch alloy wheels. The car adds the normal V-spec performance accessories to the drop-dead stunning CTS Coupe. This latest concept advances the brands Art and Science philosophy that has included a series of acclaimed concept cars in recent years such as the Cadillac SixteenCTS Coupe Concept and Converj.   The super fast 2011 Cadillac CTS-V Coupe car will be planned for production in the summer of 2010.
Kia the car manufacturer launched its new second special edition 2010 Kia Ignition Soul. The car is now available from Kia dealers in US. The price of the car is begin from $17,500 with five - speed manual gearbox.  The second special-edition 2010 Kia Ignition Soul obtains a unique orange outer painted, black 18-inch alloy wheels, an alloy fuel-door, a muscular body kit, a back spoiler, and black racing stripes. The car comes with similar to the special-edition Denim Soul, the 2010 Kia Ignition Soul comes entirely packed with the Audio Improve Package, iPod connectivity with steering wheel manage functionality, Bluetooth connectivity, carpeted base mats, moon top, fender vents and upgraded fog lamps.   2010 Kia Ignition Soul offers the high level of standard safety tools including front seat active headrests, dual front advanced airbags, front seat-mounted and full-length side curtain airbags. Antilock Brake System, Electronic Stability Control, Traction Control System, Electronic Brake Distribution, Brake Assist System and a Tire Pressure Monitoring System are available in the car.
Aston Martin the sports car manufacturer has revealed an exclusive Carbon Black Special version of both DBS and V12 Vantage models that adds typically understated flair to these acclaimed models.  The Aston Martin V12 Vantage side strake has been manufactured in real carbon fiber with a black mesh and outfitted with gloss black 10-spoke diamond twisted alloy wheels. A dazzling grille and front parking sensors finish the outer on both vehicles. The interior of both the models obtain Obsidian Black leather highlighted with silver coarse stitch the entire hand stitched. The typical seats are restored by Piano black carbon fiber and Kevlar seats that reduce load by 17kg.   In the Carbon Black special-edition, the Aston Martin 700w Premium Audio System appears standard in the V12 Vantage, while the DBS maintains the Bang & Olufsen Beosound DBS audio system as standard. The Aston Martin Carbon Black Editions of both cars are obtainable from car dealers with cost to be confirmed in early 2010.
General Motors the famous car maker launched its exclusive Denali car 2011 Acadia. The car will make its first debut in 2010 Detroit Auto Show.  The car ispowered by a 288HP 3.6-litre direct injected V6 aluminium block with dual overhead camshafts, four valves per cylinder and variable valve timing. It produces 215kW / 292hp at 6,300rpm and maximum torque of 366Nm / 270 lb-ft at 3,400rpm. The transmission is a 6-speed automatic sending power either to the front or to all four wheels. The EPA fuel utilization of the cars is 17mpg and 24mpg for both in city and highway respectively in the Front Wheel Drive model. The All Wheel Drive is probable to bring a combination of 16/ 23 mpg. The 2011 GMC Acadia Denali will obtain a mono-color exterior and chrome honeycomb grille like other Denali cars among HID headlamps, new lower front and rear fascia, body-colored lower cladding and rocker moldings, body-colored -rear fascia and fender flares, unique body-side moldings with chrome accents and Denali badges, dual chrome exhaust tips and 20-inch two-tone chrome-clad wheels. The car is available in five exterior colors Quicksilver Metallic, Summit White, Carbon Black, Red Jewel Tintcoat and White Diamond Tricoat.   Customers expect the 2011 GMC Acadia Denali in the third-quarter of 2010 and will be available in front and all-wheel-drive and 7 or 8-passenger configurations.
Rinspeed Swiss Car Company launching their Rinspeed UC? new two-seater electric-vehicle in the Geneva Motor Show next March. UC stands for You see or Urban Commuter.  The Rinspeed UC is powered by an all electric drivetrain that allows it to hit a top speed of 68 miles with a driving range of 75 miles on a full charge. The car size is 2.5-meter long car with a motor that produces up to 124 Nm of torque. The cars driving range is 120 km, and can reach a top speed of 110 km/h.  The Rinspeed UC is planned to keep away traffic jam in the cities. The car has an sophisticated railcar packing system will add the choice to travel long distances by train, relaxed without any traffic jams and stress-free. The preferred mobile carport with integrated battery charging station is available in the car. “It’s a new and highly emotional web-based car world that interweaves individual and public transport in an intelligent way. We want to create a community of people who are open for a new definition of mobility.” said in a report Rinspeed boss Frank M. Rangefinder.
Bugatti the supercar maker is launching the Veyron special edition cars Sang d’Argent and Soleil de Nuit in Dubai Motor show.  The Bugatti Sang d’Argent one of the Veyron versions built absolutely for the Middle East. But the country coded colored parts with silver metallic which discreetly flows into the lines of the polished aluminium parts, doors and front wings which enhancing the silver theme of this car. The car has Grand Sport rims, they complete together with the air intakes on the roof the overall silver appearance. The window shines a differentiating Havanna interior with quilting pattern on seats and other features of this very special car Bugatti. The Bugatti Soleil de Nuit is another car of Bugatti with extraordinary colour. The horizontal split in the lower part of the car a synthesis of polished Aluminium, painted Black Blue Metallic enriched by mirror shine meshes softens the lines of this Grand Sport and gives the body a new touch of sportiness. Blue Metallic in the upper car parts and in the internal side of the rims, the outer side of which are in diamond cut, underline the appearance of the car. The Bugatti cars will be offered for customers in the first quarter of 2010. The cars price is from 1.45 Mi Euro for the Sang d’Argent and 1.55 Mi Euro for the Soleil de Nuit.
The world famous automaker Mercedes has launched 2011 Mercedes-Benz E-Class Cabriolet. The model will make its debut at the 2010 Detroit Auto Show next month and will go on sale in May 2010.  The 2011 Mercedes-Benz E-Class Cabriolet will be offered in two special powertrain choices. The E350 Cabriolet with 3.5-liter V6 engine, 268-hp and 258 lb-feet of torque. The E550 Cabriolet with 5.5-liter V8 engine, 382-hp and 391 lb-ft of torque. The car is based on the E-Class Coupe, with a new technology AIRCAP automatic draft-stop. When a button is pressed, the turbulence decreases significantly for all four seat occupant, keeping your hair nice and neat and in place. Also the 2011 model neck-level heating system and the sound-dampening soft top, which goes down in just 20 seconds which is driven at speed of up to 20 mph.   The car includes a 2.4-inch wind deflector which expands from windshield, along with a draft-stop escalated after the rear seats. The E-Class Convertible not has a hard-top, but a 0.9-inch cloth roof is on the top. The trunk of the car is almost 14 cubic feet of space and cut down to 3 cubic feet when top is dropped and packed after the rear passengers.
BMW car maker revealed an upgraded model of the new Z4, sDrive35is. The new BMW Z4 sDrive35is will make its first appearance at 2010 Detroit Auto Show and it gets some of the performance needed for BMW fans.  The sDrive35is is upgraded with the six-cylinder 3.0 liter twin-turbo engine. The engine generates 335 horsepower at 5,900 rpm and maximum torque of 332 lb-ft. The car contains electronically controlled overboost function which briefly increase torque under full load by another 37 lb-ft. This brings the torque peak to 369 lb-ft. The 2011 BMW Z4 sDrive35is runs from 0 to 60 mph in 4.7 seconds. BMW Z4 sDrive35is is limited electronically to 250 km/h or 155 mph. The engine is combined with 7-speed Double-Clutch Transmission which provides a Launch Control function for maximum performance when accelerating from a standstill. BMW sDrive35is weighs 1,525 kg / 3,362 lbs.   The BMW Z4 sDrive35is contains new M Sport upgrades adaptive M Suspension and M Aerodynamics. The adaptive M Suspension merges a ride-height decrease of 10 millimeters with electronically controlled shock absorbers. The M-Sport 18-inch light wheels in five-spoke design round off the sporty character of the Z4 sDrive35is. The 2011 BMW Z4 sDrive35is is estimated to $61,000 in .S. The first appearance will take place on next month at the Detroit International Auto Show.
The car manufacturer Dodge launched their new special edition turn-key racer, the model of 2010 Viper SRT10 ACR-X. The car is based on the Viper ACR.  The car is powered by an 8.4-liter V10 engine with low resolution exhaust system that produces 640 horsepower which is 40 hp more than the standard model and 560 lb-ft of torque. The Viper ACR pick up is from 0-60 mph in less than 4 seconds and the car has a high speed of 184 mph. The Dodge Viper ACR-X car includes a revised rear wing, aluminum control arms, a KW suspension with two-way adjustable competition coil-over shock absorbers, double piece slotted StopTech brake rotors, a specially-tuned sports suspension, improved aerodynamics for increased downforce and a complete safety package with a roll cage, fuel cell and race seat.   “The Dodge Viper ACR-X gets the performance aspects of Viper to the constant advanced level for a wide range of drivers starting with the racer all the way up to the professional. This project is a result of many years of performance manufacturing expertise from our SRT team, combined with the passion and dedication of Viper Nation, to keep the Viper racing tradition going strong on tracks around the country and the world.” said in a report by Ralph Gilles, President and CEO of Dodge Brand car company. The car production starts at this spring, the Viper ACR-X will be priced from approximately $110,000 USD.
RUF electric sports car manufacturer has revealed "Stormster", the new electrically driven SUV base on the Porsche Cayenne. RUF introduced the first electric sports car eRUF in October 2008. In March 2009 Geneva Motor Show RUF released the development of the first eRUF, widely known as "Greenster".  The Stormster is powered by a Siemens electric motor, with 270 kW and 367 bhp as in the eRUF sports car. The whole weight of the car is around 2,670 kg which should be able to achieve 100 km/h in only 10 seconds. The high speed of the car is 150 km/h, which is able to achieve a range of 200 km at one charge. The lithium ion batteries are produced by Li-Tec Battery GmbH. Li-Tec is the first producer of lithium ion battery in Europe which is designed for the automobile industry by using ceramic storage technology. Hankook produced the winter tires for all the wheels to drive the Stormster which is equipped to RUF classic 5 spoke lightweight wheels. The size of tires are 295/30 R 22 which gives the excellent feasible road grip. The Stormster will have its first appearance on the European Climate Change Conference from December 7th to 18th which is held in Copenhagen in Denmark.  
Renaultsport has revealed Twingo Renaultsport R1 and R2, these are Renault's new rally cars which are specially designed for drivers. The car is modern, reasonable and reliable.  The car is packed with 1.6-liter 16-valve four-bangers pumping out a substantial 160hp and extra 27 hp over the standard RS driving the front wheels through a five-speed sequential gearbox with a slip-resistant dog clutch and wheel-mounted shift paddles. There is little to differentiate the rally machines from their parts, but inside, the interior has been stripped out and fitted with a roll cage.
 Renaultsport R2 is more sportier than R1 with pistons, camshaft, flywheel, exhaust system and the addition of a specific air box give it a power boost of 27bhp over its roadgoing cousin. That means the Twingo R2 gets 158bhp, and peak torque at 118lb ft. A fully equipped Renaultsport Twingo R2 will set you back €38,980, or the equivalent of $58k in American greenbacks.
 The Volkswagen Scirocco R - conceptualized by Volkswagen Individual - is an imposing performance package with a brilliant engine and chassis, unique looks and exclusive features. Instead of the usual six-cylinder used so far in R-models of this segment, a boosted four-cylinder TSI is being used in the new VW Scirocco R. Its advantages: very high power and torque values with significantly reduced fuel consumption. On Average, just 8.3 liters of super unleaded flows to the combustion chambers via direct injection per 100 kilometers of driving. That corresponds to CO2 emissions of 194 g/km - top values for a fast 250 km/h (electronically limited) sports car.  Volkswagen Scirocco fleet at the start in 24 hour race: Volkswagen plans to exhibit once again at the 24 hour race just how much dynamic potential the Volkswagen Scirocco R possesses. An entire fleet of two-door cars, five cars altogether, will enter the marathon ride through the "Green Hell" there; all of them bear a close resemblance to the production vehicle moving, both technically and visually.  Gas in a literal sense: Three of the Volkswagen Scirocco GT24 versions are powered by a TSI gasoline engine with 315 PS. Two other VW Scirocco GT24 cars carry the additional CNG label, designating Compressed Natural Gas, because their TSI is fired with very cleanly combusting natural gas - an exception in car racing. The 300 PS Volkswagen Scirocco GT24-CNG cars have extremely low emissions. After winning and putting its stamp on the Dakar Rally with the Race Touareg powered by a fuel-efficient TDI (direct-injection diesel), Volkswagen is now taking up the issue of sustainability in the Volkswagen Scirocco GT24 as well - and emphatically - on the race course.  VW Scirocco R - from car racing to the street: This is not the Scirocco's first race of this type. This Volkswagen was shaking up the racing field on such occasions as far back as the 1970s. And in 2008, professionals the likes of Carlos Sainz and Hans-Joachim Stuck rocketed two VW Scirocco GT24 cars to a dual victory in its class. In 2009, things will be even more exciting. Because for the first time, the event offers an opportunity to take good look at the street version of the racing cars in the form of the new Volkswagen Scirocco R. The first production cars will be produced later this year; with a manual six-speed transmission or - as in the Volkswagen Scirocco race vehicles - with the optional DSG 6-speed dual clutch transmission. Always aboard as standard equipment on the front-wheel drive vehicle: the XDS electronic transverse differential lock on the front axle for attaining optimal traction performance; this system was introduced for the first time on the new Volkswagen Golf GTI. 
 The majority notable visual change to the 2010 Nissan Qashqai is at the front, where a complete makeover has taken place. All new bonnet, front bumper, wings, grille and headlamps combine to give the Qashqai an air of premium complexity, presence and quality. At the rear, the overall shape of the lights remains unchanged, but they now include an aerodynamic feature to reduce drag. A more transparent lens design has been adopted, with the upper portion, housing the reversing lights and indicators, being clear, while the lower section with the brake and nighttime running lights is red. Additionally, the brake and tail lights operate using 12 LEDs for maximum clarity.  The Nissan Qashqai comes with two new exterior colors: Magnetic Red and Mineral Grey. Moreover, two new alloy wheel designs will be introduced. Both are five-spoke designs -one 16- one 17-inch in diameter - which both add to the Qashqai's understated presence.  One of the most important changes to the Qashqai range is the addition of a new Pure Drive variant, this special Qashqai produces only 129g/km of CO2. Complete with its new styling and dynamic enhancements, the Nissan Qashqai entry-level model costs £15,395, while ownership of a diesel powered Qashqai is available from £16,795.
 As it comes to the most popular vehicles in the U.S., the mid-size family sedan, two cars have reined supreme, the Toyota Camry and Honda Accord. However, a new car has been unveiled at the 2009 LA Auto Mover, the 2011 Hyundai Sonata. Older versions of this car have tried to take on the two titans above, so what makes the 2011 model any different. Autoblog say that the new model is all about fuel-efficiency, something that most Americans are very concerned about. There are three types of power units for the new 2011 Hyundai Sonata, regular, turbo and hybrid.  Looking at the regular engine, the 3.3-liter V6 engine is no more, this has been replaced by a choice of three four-cylinder engines, and one example of this is the 2.4-liter Gasoline Direct-Injection, which produces 198hp.  If this is not enough power for you, then Hyundai are to introduce a turbocharged version of the above engine. This offers more power but will not affect fuel- efficiency as much as you would think.  The third version will be a hybrid based on Hyundai's Blue Drive technology. This system uses lithium polymer technology instead of the standard nickel hydride. Prices of the new 2011 Hyundai Sonata start from $20,000 when they go on sale in January 2010. 
 To celebrate the final manufacture year of the current generation move Viper SRT10, Dodge plans to deliver a vehicle lineup like no other since the introduction of the iconic American sports car in 1992. At the heart of the 2010 Dodge Viper SRT10 remains the venerable 8.4-liter (510 cu. in.) V-10 engine produces 600 (450 kW) horsepower and 560 lb.-ft. (760 Nm) of torque. standard performance numbers, including 0-60 mph in less than 4 seconds, quarter-mile time in the mid 11-second range and 0-100-0 mph in 11 seconds flat, and a top speed of 202 mph, continue to prove how the serious, race-inspired, street-legal two-seater performs without apology.  Body style offerings remain unchanged with the availability of Roadster and Coupe models along with the ACR (American Club Racer) package. Approximately 500 vehicles will be built for the 2010 model year. With the introduction of two new exterior colors-Toxic Orange Pearl Coat and Bright Silver Metallic Clear Coat-Dodge Viper SRT10 is now available in 12 different colors - the most regularly available choices in one model year. And with six stripe options in the new wider configuration, five different interior color combinations, four different wheel choices and three available interior bezels; the 2010 Viper SRT10 will be available in more than 7,600 combinations-the most for any one model year-significantly adding to the exclusivity of each car moving like never before.  New across the Viper lineup is a shorter fifth gear ratio (changing from 0.74 to 0.80) for improved high-speed acceleration and higher immediately speeds. Acceleration from 0-200 mph has improved by 14 seconds. This improvement is a direct result of the Chrysler Group LLC Street and Racing Technology team's experience at the 12.9-mile Unbarring Nordschleife circuit in Germany where during the lap-record run in 2008, it was found that a revised gear ratio would have resulted in higher top gear acceleration and a quicker lap time.  The Dodge Viper SRT10 channels its power through a ZF Sachs twin-disc clutch that reduces rotating inertia by 18 percent, reduces clutch-pedal effort and improves engagement feel. Transferring power to the rear wheels is a heavy-duty six-speed manual transmission. Stopping power is another carefully developed part of the Dodge Viper SRT10 equation, with 14-inch brake rotors gripped by Brembo 44/40 dual-opposing piston calipers in the front and Brembo 42/38 dual-opposing calipers in the rear. This system results in world-class braking performance of 60-0 mph in less than 100 feet.  Interior color options for 2010 include: standard black, two-tone black and red with red accent stitching, two-tone black and blue with blue accent stitching, two-tone black and medium slate grey with medium slate grey accent stitching and the two-tone black and natural tan with premium tan Nappa leather seats, tan center console, lower instrument panel and door panels introduced for the 2009 model year. On the Roadster model, the black and tan package includes a matching tan cloth convertible top.
Chevrolet Beat January 2010 • Concept will influence new production model
• New city car due for debut in 2010
• Voted best of three Chevrolet concept cars by 1.9m web users Rolls Royce RR4 January 2010 • 'Baby' Rolls-Royce
Chevrolet Camaro January 2010• Showroom version of Chevy’s new muscle car unveiled
• Production starts early 2009
• UK sales to begin in 2010 Peugeot 308 RC Z January 2010 • Unveiling of production car at Frankfurt, September 2009 when name will be decided Volvo S60 January 2010 • Collision Warning with Full Auto Brake and pedestrian detection • Sporty design and improved driving properties • Seven-spoke 20-inch wheels, low-profile tyres • Floating centre stack made out of handmade, solid Orrefors crystal Mercedes-Benz E-Class Estate January 2010 • Functional: top marks for load capacity and ease of operation • Safe: nine airbags as standard, plus innovative driver assistance systems. • Comfortable: adaptive damping and self-levelling rear suspension • Powerful: choice of eight engines with more output and improved fuel consumption Jaguar XJ February 2010 • Next-generation aluminium body architecture • Standard or long wheelbase • Choice of all Gen III petrol and diesel engines • Panoramic roof option Peugeot 5008 February 2010 • New compact people-carrier
• Available in five and seven seat versions
• Luggage capacity ranges from 758 to 1247 litres. Volkswagen Golf Estate February 2010 • Based on DS Inside concept
• First of Citroen's new affordable premium model range Citroen DS3 February 2010 • New Audi luxury model Audi A8 March 2010 • All new spacious B-segment MPV
• Extra long wheelbase for its class (2,615mm)
• Extra cabin space with 1,600mm roofline Peugeot RCV April 2010 • Four power-train options including 200 bhp petrol turbo • Great driving and road holding qualities • A range of options available to personalize the RCZ • Stunning looks combine with practicality Bentley Mulsanne June 2010 • Company's all-new flagship grand tourer
• Production starts 2010
• Eight litre engine Nissan Micra June 2010 • New supermini Nissan Qazana June 2010 • New Crossover Audi A1 July 2010 • New premium Mini rival
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