Opel meets 150 years

It was in 1862 that Adam Opel began to use the blacksmith shop of his father, precisely in Russelsheim, Germany, to manufacture ... sewing machines business that prospered quickly. But that hard winter, the founder of the brand of lightning could hardly imagine that one day Adam Opel AG would become a major European car manufacturers. Opel Congratulations!After seeing Adam Opel your sewing machine business growing rapidly, he decided to enter another...

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Chevrolet Aveo RS confirms in Detroit

After revealing the Sonic in January, Chevrolet will return to Detroit Auto Show, now with the final version of the Aveo RS.The popularity of models like the Citroen DS3, Ford Fiesta ST or even Renault Clio, convinced Chevrolet to give the green light to the sports version of the Aveo that will be on sale in the second half of 2012.As engine, Chevriolet uses a small 1.4-liter supercharged which coupled to a six-speed manual (or a unit with six-speed...

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Mercedes E300 BlueTEC shows in Detroit

Mercedes chose the Detroit Auto Show to reveal its first series production hybrid, and then a diesel hybrid.The Blue Tec Mercedes E300 sedan and wagon versions, will be available in September 2012, taking the brand from Stuttgart chosen the Detroit Motor Show to be held next month as the stage for worldwide exposure.Under the program Bluefficiency, Mercedes will introduce the E300 equipped with the most powerful version of the block 2.1 liter diesel...

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Lexus LF-LC revealed in Detroit

After you preview the new model, the Lexus finally blurt out photos to the internet the new LF-LC to reveal in Detroit.The picture is true and confirmed by Lexus to reveal a car that according to those of the brand, Lexus leads to a new dimension in terms of style that is a real step forward. In essence, the LF-LCE a luxury 2 +2 coupe that will be ready to produce.Anyway, after the revelation that will be in Detroit, the planning of LF-LC (LF is...

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Eastnor Castle and Land Rover: 50 Years of History

Land Rover celebrates 50 years this month for use of Eastnor Castle as a basis for testing and development."Lost" in the county of Herefordshire, an area absolutely stunningly beautiful Eastnor Castle was chosen in 1961 by Land Rover as a basis for demonstrating the quality of their vehicles. Half a century later, Eastnor Castle continues to have a key role in researching and developing new models of off-road brand, continuing to highlight the qualities...

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Hyundai shows i-prototype on IQ

The i-on IQ is the form of Hyundai present the evolution of language style of the brand, the "fluidic sculpture" in addition to revealing what Hyundai has prepared for the European market.The Geneva Motor Show to be held in March 2012, will stage the revelation of the i-on IQ, but Hyundai decided to already know the first sketches of the work done by Thomas Burkle, responsible for the style of Hyundai in Europe.According to him, i-on IQ is defined...

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Bugatti Veyron Super Sport edition ... "Merveilleux"

The special-edition Bugatti Veyron keep coming and now, the French brand has revealed one more: the Veyron Super Sport Edition Merveilleux. This, unlike the last special editions, was commissioned by a mysterious Chinese customer, called Simon.It is a unique example of the more powerful and faster version of the Bugatti Veyron, SuperSport, able to reach 415 km / h, and has even reached 430 km / h test sessions, and is distinguished by a body in carbon...

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Honda 'N' to compete with Fiat 500 and Co.

The Japanese presented at the Tokyo Motor Show the fourth and final stage of the project 'N', a city shaped "retro" inspired by the history of the sixties N360 to compete with models like the fiat500, for example.This city inspired by the N360 produced between 1967 and 1972 should increase the catalog of Japanese brand in the European market, equipped with a 660cc petrol mechanics - the original model had a small 360cc engine.Not forgetting also...

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Will launch new Mini JCW Coutryman

The Geneva Motor Show of 2012 will be the stage for the revelation of this very special Mini Countryman JCW here is revealed in official photos of the British brand. According to some reports, the new model will receive a significant increase of power.Officially, there is no information about the new engine Countryman John Cooper Works, but some rumors suggest that the block equal to the 1.6 liter used in the car rally draws increase power up to...

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BMW 6 Series Gran Coupe revealed

The model will reach the Portuguese market in the next semester and have the task of replacing the unloved 5 Series GT and give it to the Mercedes CLS and Audi A7, the real four-door coupes niche market opened for the first Mercedes with the CLS . Here are the first details and photos of the new BMW 6 Series Gran Coupe.It took only 20 months between the presentation of the model as a prototype in the Hall of Beijing, after BMW has already offered...

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New Seat Ibiza was seen in Los Angeles

The "new" Seat Ibiza was caught in Los Angeles during the first few photo shoots and filming, before its public presentation scheduled for early March at the Geneva Motor Show.The image was captured during the making of promotional films in Los Angeles, and quickly reproduced in several blogs from fans of the Spanish brand.Although not able to understand all the changes made, lets see a picture larger grid, placed in position a little lower and optical...

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Lexus announces new 'concept car' for Detroit

Lexus released the first image of the "concept car" that aims to show the North American International Show in 2012, held in Detroit on Oct. 9 January 2012.Designed by Calty design center in Newport Beach, California, this new concept will present the new design guidelines that will influence the new models from Lex...

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Audi unveils new A4 range

In restyling for all versions of the Audi A4 range, including sedan, Avant (wagon) allroad (van 'off-road "), plus the S4 sports saloon, the big news is the introduction of the new 1.8 TFSI engine of 170 hp (replacing the current 1.8 TFSI of 120 hp and 160 hp). Thus, this variant joins the engines already available in Portugal: the 333 hp 3.0 TFSI, 2.0 TDI 120 hp, 136 hp, 143 hp and 177 hp and, finally, the 3.0 TDI 204 hp and 245 ...

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Ferrari launches special series "F1 60" of the 599 GTB

To celebrate six decades of victories in Formula 1, Ferrari 599 GTB has developed the "F1 60". This is a special edition available in three color schemes and only accessible through the customization program of the Italian brand called "Tailor Made".The 599 GTB "F1 60 'will highlight the first and last victory of the Italian brand, until now, the world of Formula 1. For it is available in three color schemes, and the first is inspired by the Ferrari...

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Skoda shows details VisionD

The next generation of Skoda models will be more aesthetically attractive, and the Concept VisionD, the Czech brand aesthetic shows the direction of future models - the aim was to provide a more modern look without losing the essence of the historic franchise.With almost similar dimensions to those of a Volkswagen Golf, the VisionD characterized by elegant lines and modern, with an extended roof that falls gently towards the rear, and so giving rise...

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Nissan GT-R special edition

This version equipped with accessories for the new track Nissan GT-R is legalized for roading. This edition Track Pack is easily identified by light-alloy wheels painted in gloss black center. The brakes are cooled by additional air intakes built into the front bumper. These reduce the operating temperature of the front brake discs up to 100 degrees for use on track, improving performance at the time of braking. Similar entries are also hidden behind...

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Audi will compete with the BMW X6

Speaking to "Auto News Europe" in the margins of the Bologna Motor Show, the head of Audi design, Walter de Silva, confirmed that there is a plan to develop a rival to the BMW X6. "We will definitely launch a sporty crossover between the Q5 and Q7 (pictured)," said de Silva. Indeed, as the CEO of Audi, Rupert Stadler, had left open earlier this year marks the possibility of potentially come up with a model known as Q6.It is believed that this will...

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Volkswagen "Loaf Form" is return the original

The Dutch subsidiary of Volkswagen will start importing the "Bread of Form 'original (ie, T2 VW Camper van, still made on the basis of the first Beetle), which is still manufactured in Brazil and turned into a camper van, the think of the fans and nostalgic adventure.Most suited to today, Volkswagen T2 Camper manufactured in Brazil is equipped exclusively with a gasoline engine of 1.4 liters and 80 hp.Coupled with a four-speed manual transmission,...

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Dodge Viper confirms new presentation for January

Dodge confirmed the return of 'explosive' Viper for next year. The official presentation of the new generation of American sports will take place already in January at the Detroit Motor Show, which takes place between 9 and 22.True icon of masculinity, the new generation of the Chrysler Viper should have a feminine touch, as the director of advanced design of the U.S. brand, Ralph Gilles, revealing that the new model is inspired by "a nude woman...

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Ford asks fans to choose the sound of electric Focus

Whether a hoarse sound, futuristic or soft, electric vehicles, which are normally silent, will have to issue some kind of noise for the safety of pedestrians. To find answers on the topic, Ford decided to challenge their Facebook fans to choose which sound like to hear the passing of the next model of the electric Ford Focus EV.The survey, conducted on the Facebook page of Ford electric vehicles (EV) (www.facebook.com / FordElectricVehicles), allowed...

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Insignia CDTI engine gets 195 hp

While GM claims the financial performance of Opel, this works to improve their offerings and attract European consumers.The 2012 Opel Insignia was the first car of the new phase of GM sedans to appear, and now receives more reason to be a reference within and outside the company.A new version 2.0 CDTi win two turbochargers to deliver 195 hp. Only one detail, the engine in question is Fiat.Anyway, it does not take the car or the merits of Opel, which...

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BMW and Toyota partnership hit medium / long term

The official press conference that this memorandum of collaboration in research and development of environmentally friendly technologies, will be held at 15 hours (GMT) in Tokyo, but Auto Toad is in a position to forward all details of this partnership between BMW and Toyota.The basis of this agreement of medium / long term it is very simple: BMW and Toyota agree to work together to develop environmentally friendly technologies for their cars of...

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C 63 AMG Black Series for sale

Keeping the usual strategy of "Black Series", Mercedes has released a version even more special C 63 AMG, which is facing those who have large bag and likes sports cars radically.With a tremendously aggressive look, the C62 AMG Black Series provides the mechanical part of the same exuberance. The 6.3-liter V8 delivers 517 hp and a torque of 520 Nm, thus offering an acceleration 0-100 km / h in 4.2 seconds, with a mixed consumption of 12.2 l/100 km...

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BMW ActiveHybrid 5 in Tokyo Motor Show

Based on the 535i, the ActiveHybrid5 promises to be spared the model it is based.According to BMW, the ActiveHybrid5 is 16 percent cheaper than the 535i that it is based and will go on sale in early 2012.CV extracted from the 300 block of six-cylinder supercharged 3-liter double the ActiveHybrid5 adds 55 hp electric motor, combining to achieve 335 hp and a torque of 450 Nm to the rear wheels passed through the automatic eight speeds. This package...

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EV-STER, Honda's electric sports

At just 3.57 meters long (1.5 meters wide and 1.1 meters high) and a wheelbase of 2.35 meters, the EV-STER is Honda's vision about the future of the sport compact, was one of the stars of the Tokyo Motor Show.Compact, EV-STER has two seats, rear-wheel drive and electric motor. With extensive use of carbon fiber, reduced the total weight of the vehicle and help extend the battery life of up to 160 km.To provide a driving experience more interesting,...

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Maybach ends in 2013

The decision by Dieter Zetsche, CEO of Mercedes, not to approve the plans for the replacement model of the Maybach 57 and 62 was more than halfway to the ax fell on the mark of prestige restored in 2002 after Mercedes have failed to buy Rolls-Royce group Vickers.And why exactly well placed sources spoke to the CEO of Daimler, Dieter Zetsche, who said in an interview with German newspaper "Frankfurter Allgemeine Zeitung" that "would not be wise to...

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Toyota reveals Fun-Vii

The Toyota Fun-Vii is a car that you can change the color and what there is exposed the ease with how to make the discharge of an application for a "smartphone", and the entire exterior of the vehicle interchangeable. The Vii has Fun 3 places, 4.020 meters long, 1.745 meters wide and 1.415 meters high, with a wheelbase of 2.750 meters. That is, the size of a Yaris.Inside, the navigation system provides continuous information and can provide this...

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BMW joins the Toyota

Essentially, the idea is to provide the BMW Toyota with its excellent Japanese brand diesel engines and send to Munich hybrid technology is well established to be developed by BMW.The announcement of this partnership will be officially in the Hall of Tokyo, but rumors have circulated for a long time and a source at BMW told several media that talks between the two brands are a reality, declining, however, confirm the official announcement that this...

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Toyota GT-86 reveals

The final name ends up being a tribute to the famous and fantastic Corolla AE86 known in Portugal as the Toyota Corolla GT Twin Cam 16v, keeping the rear wheel drive model like that and nothing more. Known as the EWuropa GT-86, the U.S. will be named FR-S and will be sold as Scion and Toyota in Japan is only 86.In addition to the rear-wheel drive, the GT-86 uses the same block of two liters of boxer Subaru BRZ achieved with 200 hp at 7000 rpm and...

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Anticipates new Volvo XC90

The model will not be released before 2014, but Volvo has decided to reveal some of the drawings that show how the SUV will be the brand at that time, also emphasizing the use of diesel hybrid technology for low emissions and reduced fuel consumption.News of the XC90 will be the debut of the common platform that will enable various models and the production of those models, regardless of its size, a single production line, with the obvious gains...

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Ford Mustang increases capacity

Lost for the first time in history, the market leader of the "muscle car" in favor of the Chevrolet Camaro, just landed in Europe, the trend now a Mustang knows that Ford believes will return control of the situation. The Shelby GT500 has 650 hp and 814 Nm of torque, derived from the 5.8-liter supercharged V8.In the words of Ford, the Mustang Shelby GT500 takes the concept of "muscle car" to a level never reached before, proudly displaying the most...

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