2010 Citroen DS3 Racing Car Limited Edition

Citroen plans to unveil a limited edition of the Citroen DS3 next month at the Geneva Motor Show. The Citroen DS3 Racing is a suped up version of the company's luxe supermini. While only 1000 units will be built, Citroen Australia General Manager, Miles Williams said that local availability for the special DS3 Racing will be announced when the regular DS3 launches in August.

2010 Citroen DS3 Racing Car Limited Edition

“The Citroen DS3 Racing represents an outstanding concentration of behind-the-wheel thrills with an artful blend of performance and efficiency. The DS3 Racing provides a clear indication of what we can expect when the DS3 arrives in Australia in August.” Mr Williams said.

2010 Citroen DS3 Racing Car Limited Edition

Developed by Citroën Racing - the winning team behind five WRC manufacturer's titles and six driver's titles for Sébastien Loeb and Daniel Elena - Citroën DS3 Racing is a special edition with a 100% sporting pedigree. Planned for the second half of 2010, the exclusive Citroën DS3 Racing will be limited to just 1000 production units.

2010 Citroen DS3 Racing Car Limited Edition

As such, the car's output has been bumped up by 30% to 200 PS (147 kW / 197 hp) using the turbocharged 1.6-liter THP engine. Torque is improved by 15% to 275 Nm (203 lb-ft). These changes were achieved by remapping the engine control unit, adjusting the turbo, and adjusting powertrain components.

2010 Citroen DS3 Racing Car Limited Edition

Meanwhile, stiffer suspension springs and new shock absorbers are also installed. The car has been lowered by 15mm, while both the front and rear track were widened by 30mm. Along with the new tires wrapped around the 18-inch wheels, the changes "all dramatically change the driving dynamics," according to a press release.

2010 Citroen DS3 Racing Car Limited Edition

To handle the extra power, the company installed four-piston caliper brakes up front and ventillated discs in back. Carbon-fiber touches are used on the new air diffuser, front bumper, lower body, and wing extensions. Chrome is also used at certain points, like the door handles and exhaust, with orange tint on the calipers, grille, roof, side mirror caps, and wheels. Inside, designers added carbon trim and orange inserts. Purposeful sport seats were also installed.

A Citroën DS3 Racing signature on the rear tailgate and an individually numbered identification plate fixed to the roof-lining further confirm the model's exclusivity.

2010 Citroen DS3 Racing Car Limited Edition

At 3.94-meters long, the grey and orange car will be shown in Geneva with checkered flaq and DS3 Racing graphics. Based on the existing DSport powered by the THP 150, production Citroën DS3 Racing editions will be finished in a special workshop and fitted with a parts kit developed according to Citroën Racing specifications. Only 1000 units of the Citroen DS3 Racing will be produced. The car will be released in the second half of 2010.

I.DE.A Sofia, a sports supercar concept at Genava 2010

Berlin-hybrid four-seat coupe

I.DE.A Institute at the Geneva Motor Show will present a prototype of a hybrid sports car.
The first sketches published to suggest that the Sofia, so we will call the concept, will be a four-door sedan-coupe.
The workshop will show the Turin Motor Show this seductive car, revealing the details next week.

Video : Nissan 370Z with Melissa Haro, Damaris Lewis and Jessica Hart

Melissa Haro, American supermodel, zips on the Nissan 370Z in the streets of Las Vegas.
Obviously with the help of a pilot professionsta but in the company of colleagues, and Damaris Lewis, Jessica Hart. All three were key players in the famous Sports Illustrated Swimsuit Issue, the famous collection of swimwear.
The double trio works great.

Audi A1 Black Edition Test Drive video and more details with new pictures

Quality and technology are two powers that brought him even Audi A1, which has a wide track with sports suspension, steering gear ratio with direct. 4 engines are available, all Euro5, turbo and direct injection.
Two petrol. The 1.2 TFSI by 86 horses (16.3 kgm of torque from 1,500 rpm) and you can touch 179 km / h, accelerates from 0 to 100 km / h in 12 1 and runs an average 19.6 kilometers per liter (119 g / km of CO2). For those who want more panache is the 1.4 TFSI 122 hp (20.4 kgm) that pushes the A1 at 200 km / h with one click takes 9 1 0 to 100 and states same consumption.





There are also two diesel, both 1.6 TDI. The first has 90 horses (23.5 kgm): Maximum speed 179 km / h, acceleration from 0 to 100 km / h in 12 "2 and average distance of 26.3 km / liter (99 g / km of CO2). The second touches the 105 hp (25.6 kgm) to 187 km / h, from 0 to 100 in 10 "8 and an average distance of 25.9 kilometers per liter.
Standard on all models the Start & Stop system, but it is a required field double-clutch 7-speed, or the appreciation, on the other Audi models, S-tronic.
The 3-door Audi A1 coming onto the market in late summer (for the 5-door Sportback It was not until year-end) available in 10 colors.

New Concept 2010 Genava : Future Compact IED Tesla EYE

EYE IED For years now, the Geneva Motor Show is the stage that the European Institute of Design in Turin chooses to show the public the project carried out by the students of Master of Arts in Transportation Design - work experience . EYE, this is the name of the concept car that will be presented in the next edition of the Fair, is the result of collaboration with Tesla Motors, the carmaker American is gaining momentum with the production of fully electric cars.

Bridgestone Potenza S001: glued to the ground

More performance, but less rolling resistance. And what promises S001 Bridgestone Potenza tires, new high performance tire developed by the Japanese to be mounted on cars and premium sport.

The debut of rubber Power S001 is these days. Among the cars that are fitted as standard, the Aston Martin Rapide and the Ferrari 458 Italy. In reality, these are only two models of the wide range of cars to which it addresses the new Bridgestone tire, which at the time of its launch is available in 19 sizes with measures ranging from 18 "to 20".

The rubber Power S001 looks like an evolution of the Potenza RE050A, which joins. The tread is asymmetrical, with grooves wide profile to help drain the water and minimize the effects of aquaplaning. Among other innovations in this tire: more pieces of the shoulder stiff, wide and high adhesion, reinforcement in the heel that increases the longitudinal stiffness and allows efficient braking during cornering.via

2011 Impreza crossover version - Subaru Impreza XV Genava 2010

World premiere at the Geneva Motor Show for the new version of the Impreza that the style is crossover ready to face with his trademark sporty appeal even off-road terrain.
Like the Subaru Outback is a long time in the off-road version of the Legacy, the Impreza can now also boast its counterpart version tout terrain.
This is not a prototype but a car already in the final version, ready to be sold short even on the Italian market.
It is developed based on the five-door body of the Impreza latest version but will boast a new look of the grille and wheel arches also adding longitudinal bars and a spoiler located above the rear window.
As for the engines, the new Impreza VX mount the well-known boxer in configurations from 2-liter gasoline and diesel.
Its total length is 4.43 meters, height of 1.77 and height of 1.52 meters. The passage is instead of 2.62 meters.

The photograph published on this page refers to the version dedicated to the American market and has moved away from the XV that will be available in the Impreza Subaru dealerships from summer 2010.

More technical details and designers, along with new images, will be published on the World Off-Road, in conjunction with the Geneva Motor Show.

2011 Jeep Wrangler Islander comes to 2010 Geneva

After over 20 years, the exclusive development Islander back in the Jeep range. The layout Islander limited edition is available on the Jeep Wrangler and Jeep Wrangler Unlimited. Equipped Version of Jeep Wrangler Sport, Islander is an exclusive development inspired by the theme of the beach and expresses all the fun of the open-air driving.
Jeep Wrangler Islander distinguishes itself has shades Surf Blue Pearl Coat and is also available in colors Stone White Clear Coat Bright Silver Metallic Clear Coat and Brilliant Black Crystal Clear Coat.

Jeep Wrangler Islander Detroit 2010Ulteriori exterior features include the decal Islander 'Tiki Bob' on the hood, running boards, black and Moab wheels with tires from 17 inches by 32 inches.
The interior of the present version Islander seat covers Dark Gray Surf Blue inserts and blue stitching. Logo Islander 'Tiki Bob' is embroidered on the back. Even the leather steering wheel has visible stitching color Blue. Mopar rubber floor mats complete the motif inspired by the beach.
The exhibition Jeep Wrangler Islander will be available for MSRP (Manufacturer's Suggested Retail Price) of 1,120 U.S. dollars.

New 2011 Ford Kuga with 2.0 TDCI engine 4x4

Comes a new engine for the Ford Kuga at the Geneva Motor Show: Ford Sport utiliy will be submitted with the 2.0 TDCi engine from 163 horses that will allow it to reach a top speed of 197 kilometers and hour, accelerating from 0 to 100 km / h 9.6 seconds. The new engine Kuga will soon be available exclusively for the version with four-wheel drive. In combination, optionally, manual transmission or automatic Ford PowerShift.

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Top 10 most popular cars bought by over the 65's (U.S)

With most customers favouring smaller cars, there is still one demographic that Detroit has a solid hold on… Retirees. Buyers over 65 are the last hope for the good American car. In some dealerships, anything upto 85% of all Buick buyers are 55 and older.

The over-65’s look at brands like Buick, Lincoln and Cadillac as status symbols. Those brands have what advertisers call the “Mind Share” in that demographic. Retirees remember a time when the only people driving those cars were celebrities and other high profile members of society; now they want in to that high-profile group of Cadillac drivers. Plus, older folks like familiarity, they know these brands, they’ve heard them their whole life.

Studies in the U.S have shown that the next generation of OAP’s prefer sporty, performance type vehicles as opposed to the large cloud cars on this list. As for now, here are the 10 best sellers with the old folks:

(The models are ranked based on the percentage of buyers age 65 or older, using market research data from J.D. Power and Associates. All the cars on this list get less than 20 mpg in town driving and less than 30 mpg extra urban driving.)

10. Ford Taurus – The Taurus is one Ford’s best selling models, in fact it was the best selling car in the 90s. Ford went through some weird phase where all the cars had names starting with ‘F’. They got rid of the Taurus title and called it the “Five Hundred”. Either way, the Taurus is back now and old people still love it. Upto 35% of all buyers are 65 years old or older.

9. Lincoln MKZ – Compared to the rest of the cars on this list, the Lincoln MKZ is a lightweight. It’s marketed to a fairly younger consumer, but just like the Taurus, 35% of it’s buyers are 65 or older.

8. Cadillac STS – The STS is probably the “sportiest” car on this list, although like the rest of the cars, it has a roomy interior and the blind spot/back up cameras that older people like. Retirees love the Cadillac brand, they remember it as being the ultimate car brand. 39% of all Cadillac STS buyers are over 65.

7. Toyota Avalon – The only foreign car on the top ten list is Toyota’s flagship sedan. That’s because Toyota specifically designed the Avalon to compete in this particular market of over-65’s. Because of all the press, 39% of all Avalon sales went to retirees.

6. Mercury Sable – The Sable is the Ford Taurus’ upmarket cousin, and just like it’s always been, it’s essentially just a Taurus with a Mercury badge. Old people love it though, nearly half of all Sables sold (48.5%) have gone to people over 65.

5. Buick LaCrosse – The top five on this list is where the real favourites lie; there is a substantial jump in the percentage of over 65 buyers as we go from #6 to #5 on the list: Only 48.5% of all Sables want to old folks, meanwhile, almost 64% of all Buick LaCrosse sales were to people over 65.

It has old folk favorites like OnStar, electric seats with memory and remote audio controls on the steering wheel. We’re in the over-50% zone now, so it’s a safe bet to avoid all Buick LaCrosses you see.

4. Buick Lucerne – The Lucerne is the beefier version of the Buick LaCrosse, plus is has parking sensors and reversing cameras. It also has ‘Lane Departure Warning System’ that alerts the driver if the car starts to move out of its lan. Still, with a full 67% of all Lucerne’s out there belonging to over 65’s, I’ll still steer clear of them, with or without lane departure warning system.

3. Mercury Grand Marquis – The Mercury Grand Marquis costs a little more than half the price of the Lincoln Town Car and the two cars are virtually identical. If you exclude cops and other fleet drivers, a full 69% of all Grand Marquis drivers are over 65.

2. Cadillac DTS – The DTS is slightly larger and less sporty than the STS. It’s actually a direct competitor to the Lincoln Town car, so it appeals to retirees for all the same reasons. Brand recognition, quality image, and lots of technology like lane-departure warning system and blind-spot systems that many of the other top ten have make 72% of OAP’s buy one.

1. Lincoln Town Car – More than 75% of all Town Cars out there are driven by someone over 65, so keep an eye out. The Town Car is probably one of the spacious sedans for less than $47k. It has more interior space than many large executive cars.

The car is just the typical old man car: huge interior, rear-wheel drive, mirror like ride, plush seats and a powerful V8 petrol engine.

Top 10 most popular cars bought by over the 65's (U.S)

With most customers favouring smaller cars, there is still one demographic that Detroit has a solid hold on… Retirees. Buyers over 65 are the last hope for the good American car. In some dealerships, anything upto 85% of all Buick buyers are 55 and older.

The over-65’s look at brands like Buick, Lincoln and Cadillac as status symbols. Those brands have what advertisers call the “Mind Share” in that demographic. Retirees remember a time when the only people driving those cars were celebrities and other high profile members of society; now they want in to that high-profile group of Cadillac drivers. Plus, older folks like familiarity, they know these brands, they’ve heard them their whole life.

Studies in the U.S have shown that the next generation of OAP’s prefer sporty, performance type vehicles as opposed to the large cloud cars on this list. As for now, here are the 10 best sellers with the old folks:

(The models are ranked based on the percentage of buyers age 65 or older, using market research data from J.D. Power and Associates. All the cars on this list get less than 20 mpg in town driving and less than 30 mpg extra urban driving.)

10. Ford Taurus – The Taurus is one Ford’s best selling models, in fact it was the best selling car in the 90s. Ford went through some weird phase where all the cars had names starting with ‘F’. They got rid of the Taurus title and called it the “Five Hundred”. Either way, the Taurus is back now and old people still love it. Upto 35% of all buyers are 65 years old or older.

9. Lincoln MKZ – Compared to the rest of the cars on this list, the Lincoln MKZ is a lightweight. It’s marketed to a fairly younger consumer, but just like the Taurus, 35% of it’s buyers are 65 or older.

8. Cadillac STS – The STS is probably the “sportiest” car on this list, although like the rest of the cars, it has a roomy interior and the blind spot/back up cameras that older people like. Retirees love the Cadillac brand, they remember it as being the ultimate car brand. 39% of all Cadillac STS buyers are over 65.

7. Toyota Avalon – The only foreign car on the top ten list is Toyota’s flagship sedan. That’s because Toyota specifically designed the Avalon to compete in this particular market of over-65’s. Because of all the press, 39% of all Avalon sales went to retirees.

6. Mercury Sable – The Sable is the Ford Taurus’ upmarket cousin, and just like it’s always been, it’s essentially just a Taurus with a Mercury badge. Old people love it though, nearly half of all Sables sold (48.5%) have gone to people over 65.

5. Buick LaCrosse – The top five on this list is where the real favourites lie; there is a substantial jump in the percentage of over 65 buyers as we go from #6 to #5 on the list: Only 48.5% of all Sables want to old folks, meanwhile, almost 64% of all Buick LaCrosse sales were to people over 65.

It has old folk favorites like OnStar, electric seats with memory and remote audio controls on the steering wheel. We’re in the over-50% zone now, so it’s a safe bet to avoid all Buick LaCrosses you see.

4. Buick Lucerne – The Lucerne is the beefier version of the Buick LaCrosse, plus is has parking sensors and reversing cameras. It also has ‘Lane Departure Warning System’ that alerts the driver if the car starts to move out of its lan. Still, with a full 67% of all Lucerne’s out there belonging to over 65’s, I’ll still steer clear of them, with or without lane departure warning system.

3. Mercury Grand Marquis – The Mercury Grand Marquis costs a little more than half the price of the Lincoln Town Car and the two cars are virtually identical. If you exclude cops and other fleet drivers, a full 69% of all Grand Marquis drivers are over 65.

2. Cadillac DTS – The DTS is slightly larger and less sporty than the STS. It’s actually a direct competitor to the Lincoln Town car, so it appeals to retirees for all the same reasons. Brand recognition, quality image, and lots of technology like lane-departure warning system and blind-spot systems that many of the other top ten have make 72% of OAP’s buy one.

1. Lincoln Town Car – More than 75% of all Town Cars out there are driven by someone over 65, so keep an eye out. The Town Car is probably one of the spacious sedans for less than $47k. It has more interior space than many large executive cars.

The car is just the typical old man car: huge interior, rear-wheel drive, mirror like ride, plush seats and a powerful V8 petrol engine.

2011 Maserati GranCabrio photos and details

Maserati GranCabrio - four proper seats, comfortable, inviting and inclusive. Never before has an open-top Maserati was offered so much. Never before has a car with the Trident badge had allowed a whole family or four friends on a trip in the fresh air to enjoy. The Maserati GranCabrio chemistry magic begins when you look at it too: It's pretty scary, with top up or down. Yes, it is based on an elaborate plan, for very specific reasons, which can be summarized in three words: "focus. Fabric, Ultra-High-tech fabric, weighs very little, infinitely less than metal and helps the car driving performance: the entire system weighs only 65 kg. And fabric is smooth, it complements the range of paint finishes of the car six times more than the number of colors in which it exists, from a black to a high-tech titanium-gray color in a warm chocolate.

Twenty eight seconds, the time it takes until the Maserati GranCabrio will go back to a safe cocoon. A flying one also, thanks to a Cx of 0.35 with the roof, which increased by a mere trifle, to 0.39, with the top down.

Design is at the service of comfort. The days when someone travels to the back of a sports car were persons have resigned with physical complaints are now complete at last: rear passenger assist in Maserati GranCabrio nactor, but co-stars ot the trip. The legs, even for those who are over six feet high, is keinemehr crammed into the spine is no longer maintained in an unnatural position, but comfortable and physiologically designed to seat backs so that sportsmanship does not support forced compromise on comfort.

2010 Opel Flextreme GT/E Concept with E-REV Drive System

Think of the Opel Flextreme GT/E concept as a bigger Chevrolet Volt (or Opel Ampera if you're European). The idea behind this concept, which will debut at the Geneva Motor Show (March 4 - 14, 2010), is to show how the Volt's extended-range electric vehicle drivetrain can be used in a larger vehicle, in this case a mid-size five-door hatchback. And it will boost the company's credentials as a leader in green technologies, offering expressive design with efficient environmental performance - and engineered with German precision.

2010 Opel Flextreme GT/E Concept with E-REV Drive System

In Opel's strategy for achieving more independence from fossil fuels, electricity plays a key role. The 4.7-meter long Opel Flextreme GT/E Concept illustrates how extended-range electric vehicle (E-REV) technology can be plugged into large or mid-size vehicles, as well as compact cars such as the upcoming Opel Ampera. Opel calls this strategy e-mobility unlimited: adapting the highly efficient E-REV drive system - which removes the limitations of battery-only power - to vehicles across all market segments. To enjoy zero CO2 driving emissions Opel-style, the Flextreme GT/E concept shows that size doesn't matter.

2010 Opel Flextreme GT/E Concept with E-REV Drive System

The purposeful design also enables the Opel Flextreme GT/E Concept to achieve a projected drag co-efficient of just 0.22, which helps it reach a 200 km/h-plus top speed as well as conserve energy and extend its driving range. Stand-out visual features include a low and wide stance, wing-shaped lights front and rear, a distinctive nose and grille, floating C-pillars and muscular, sculptured bodywork.

2010 Opel Flextreme GT/E Concept with E-REV Drive System

The clean, frontal styling features a low hood line and an extended nose section, which is clasped by wing-shaped, signature LED headlamps. These are deeply carved into the front fenders and across the hood line. The new trapezoidal grille execution is slim but bold. The prominent wing-shaped chrome bar carries a large Opel emblem, which doubles as a socket for charging the Opel Flextreme GT/E Concept's battery pack. The upper section of the grille is used to admit cooling air, the lower portion being covered by a translucent panel. The absence of additional air intakes allows a low frontal area for aerodynamic efficiency and also enables the Opel Flextreme GT/E Concept to meet future pedestrian protection requirements.

2010 Opel Flextreme GT/E Concept with E-REV Drive System

In profile, the Opel Flextreme GT/E Concept is distinguished by innovative, stubbed C-pillars. This floating design allows the glasshouse to be extended rearwards under the arching roofline, emphasizing the flowing lines of the side body. The car's dynamic character is further underlined by a fresh expression of Opel's signature blade motif, now a swooping swage line from the base of the C-pillar into the lower front fender. The translucency of the fixed glass panel in the center of the roof is adaptive, allowing sunlight to warm the interior in the cold of winter, but darkening for coolness in summer. A duct at the rear edge of the roof is for additional cooling of the battery and electronic components.

2010 Opel Flextreme GT/E Concept with E-REV Drive System

Integral to the Opel Flextreme GT/E Concept's expressive looks is the efficiency of the design execution. The small frontal area, low roof height (1308 mm) and a flat, enclosed underbody all enable the car to cleave the air with a minimum of disturbance. The 21-inch alloy wheels are relatively narrow, to reduce wind resistance, and fitted with 195/45, low rolling resistance tires. Clear, flush-mounted trim inserts also minimize air turbulence.

2010 Opel Flextreme GT/E Concept with E-REV Drive System

The Opel Flextreme GT/E Concept also explores the potential for active shape shifting. At speeds above 50 km/h, a vertical panel extends along the body from the air extraction slot behind each rear wheel-arch. These 350 mm-long side spoilers guide high-speed airflow around the rear corners of the car, further reducing the amount of turbulence.

2010 Opel Flextreme GT/E Concept with E-REV Drive System

Mass reduction measures for the body include the use of lightweight, carbon composite outer panels, polycarbonate window glazing and aluminum alloy structural components. Compared to conventional materials, these offer a 40 percent weight saving which further contributes to reduced energy consumption and an increased driving range.

The efficient concept also includes GM's ground-breaking E-REV drive system, already developed for the Opel Ampera. The Opel Flextreme GT/E Concept shows the versatility of this technology by displaying it in a larger, mid-size vehicle format.

2010 Opel Flextreme GT/E Concept with E-REV Drive System

Despite its greater size and a maximum speed of more than 200 kilometers per hour, the Opel Flextreme GT/E Concept is projected to offer performance similar to that of the Ampera: a battery-powered driving range of up to 60 km - with zero CO2 tailpipe emissions - and a total range of more than 500 km. Average fuel consumption is estimated at 1.6 l/100 km, with CO2 emissions of less than 40 g/km. Unlike a hybrid vehicle, the wheels of the Opel Flextreme GT/E Concept are powered at all times by electricity. For typical journeys up to 60 km, energy is supplied by a T-shaped lithium-ion battery pack located under the floor and rear seat.

2010 Opel Flextreme GT/E Concept with E-REV Drive System

However, unlike a battery-only electric vehicle, the Opel Flextreme GT/E Concept eliminates any possibility of range anxiety through fear of being stranded without power. The small gasoline engine/generator is seamlessly engaged to provide electricity whenever the battery's supply becomes depleted. In this mode, the driving range is extended to more than 500 km, until the plug-in battery pack can be recharged or the car is refueled. The motor in the electric drive unit delivers a substantial 370 Nm of instant torque, giving lively performance and projected zero to 100 km/h acceleration in less than nine seconds.

2010 Opel Flextreme GT/E Concept with E-REV Drive System

The Flextreme GT/E concept is a further step in Opel's unfolding strategy for the electrification of the automobile, which includes a wide portfolio of products using battery, extended-range, hybrid and fuel cell technologies.

2010 Carlsson C25 first official pictures - Exterior and interior

Knowing that the C25 weighs about 1950 kilograms, the sprint to 100 km / h in 3.7 seconds. Top speed is 352 km / h. With only 25 pieces to build could you ever think that this is not an apple and an egg from the door goes. Not less than 429,000 euros, without taxes, of course, takes this car (and you can have expensive options for you). However, you sure that you drive around with a uniekum. For Carlsson ensures that only 1 copy in one country can and will drive around. So nice plus.

Modified 2011 Audi A8 Hofele Design specs and pictures

Hofele will the Geneva Motor Show their version of the new Audi A8 show. After external adjustments are also the motor adjustments. The 4.2l V8 FSI will in 5.3 seconds to 100 km / h sprint and this is because the engine has 400 hp and 475 Nm. The 4.2l V8 TDI to 395 hp and 880 Nm in 5.2 seconds will have to 100km / h spurten.Hofele has the appearance of the new A8 adjusted by means of: luchtinhappers with new bumpers, side skirts, sports exhaust, control valve noise optimization, integrated spoiler in the trunk