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• Peugeot SXC Concept
• Scion Concept announced for 2011 New York Auto Show
• Maserati 8CTF Bike from Montane
• Rolls Royce Creates Goodwood Inspired MINI
• 2012 Aston Martin Vantage GT3
• 2012 Chevrolet Camaro 45th Anniversary Edition
• Nissan 370Z by PFA Creativ
• 2012 Audi Q3 - Photos and Details
• Lexus LF-Gh Hybrid
• 2012 Cadillac SRX gets 300 HP 3.6L V6
• Wheelsandmore 2011 Mercedes CLS63 AMG
• 2012 Audi R8 GT Spyder drawings
• Teenager Crashes 300000 Euro Gumpert Apollo
• 2011 Volkswagen Caddy Racer
• 2011 Volkswagen Crafter
• Ford Transit SuperSportVan
• 2012 Ford Ranger European Specs
• Mercedes S 350 BlueTEC gets ECO Start Stop As Standard
• 2013 Audi A3 Sketches
• Caterham Seven Supersport
• Who is Faster? Rosberg or Schumacher
• 2011 BMW Z4 GT3 Photos and Details
• 2013 Chevrolet Malibu Interior Image
• Maserati GranCabrio tuning by Novitec
• Koenigsegg Agera R Test Drive Video
• 2011 BMW M3 GTS review video
• Subaru XV Concept Teased
• Mercedes SLR Black Arrow by EDO Competition
• Opel Meriva Design Edition
• 2011 Jeep Compass Price

Peugeot SXC Concept Posted: 14 Apr 2011 01:20 AM PDT We've seen a leaked photo with Peugeot's latest crossover concept, which we now know it is called the SXC, as the French manufacturer has unveiled the first set of official details before this SUV will premiere at the Shanghai Motor Show. The Peugeot SXC Concept is in line with the automaker's new design language, featuring many of the styling cues seen of other recent concepts like the SR1, BB1, EX1 and HR1 with this latest creation measuring 4,87 m in length, 1,61 m in height and 2,035 m in width. Continuare: Peugeot SXC Concept More Peugeot Car News on Car Session

Scion Concept announced for 2011 New York Auto Show Posted: 13 Apr 2011 11:08 AM PDT Toyota announced its plans of unveiling a new Concept that will wear the Scion badge at this year's New York International Auto Show. The Japanese automaker has already set up a dedicated website for this event on which they tease the Scion Concept through a few scenes that show the car sitting in the dark. Even though it is to early to tell, we managed to get a screenshot that points to the fact that this upcoming concept is somehow related to the Toyota FT 86 II. Could it be that Toyota will preview the production version of the FT 86 through another concept, but this time a Scion? Continuare: Scion Concept announced for 2011 New York Auto Show More Scion Car News on Car Session

Maserati 8CTF Bike from Montane Posted: 13 Apr 2011 07:52 AM PDT Montane Cicli has created an exclusive limited edition bike for Maserati called the 8CTF. This bike celebrates the 70th Anniversary of Wilbur Shaw's victory of the 500 miles of Indianapolis achieved at the wheel of a Maserati 8CTF. The 8CTF bike will be sold in just 200 exemplars and is a single speed bicycle designed to fit the rider perfectly, embellished wtih unique and distinctive details like the silver Trident on a grey background on the hubs, the Maserati logo on the frame, and various other touches that remind of features seen on the Italian automaker's creations. Continuare: Maserati 8CTF Bike from Montane More Maserati Car News on Car Session

Rolls Royce Creates Goodwood Inspired MINI Posted: 13 Apr 2011 07:11 AM PDT For this year's Auto Shanghai, Rolls Royce has created a special MINI 'inspired by Goodwood' through which the automaker wants to address the steadily growing number of Chinese customers interested in the the world's first premium small car. As you can imagine the Goodwood inspired MINI comes with a series of top-grade materials and the highest levels of workmanship, with some of the materials including Goodwood and Walnut Burr wood across the dashboard, center console, and door handles, black nappa leather on the dashboard, Tipped Leather Cornsilk door lining plus various piano black surfaces. Continuare: Rolls Royce Creates Goodwood Inspired MINI More Mini Cooper Car News on Car Session

2012 Aston Martin Vantage GT3 Posted: 13 Apr 2011 06:52 AM PDT Aston Martin's Racing division has released a single photo with the new Vantage GT3, a car based on the V12 Vantange which will compete in the 2012 motorsport season. This new version replaces the DBRS9 launched back in 2006, and joins the automaker's current race car range, which includes the Vantage GT2, GT4, DBR9 GT1 and the AMR-One LMP1. The 2012 Aston Martin Vantage GT3 has been designed in compliance with the FIA regulations, and will feature an aluminium VH architecture, a lightweight dry-sumped 6.0 litre V12 engine, a race semi-automatic paddle shift Xtrac gearbox and the newest race-developed ABS and traction control systems. Continuare: 2012 Aston Martin Vantage GT3 More Aston Martin Car News on Car Session

2012 Chevrolet Camaro 45th Anniversary Edition Posted: 13 Apr 2011 06:31 AM PDT GM is launching a second special edition model which celebrates Chevrolet's 45th anniversary. This time it is based on the 2012 Chevrolet Camaro and it includes a series of mechanical and aesthetic changes which should make the American muscle-car more appealing. The mechanical changes include a new cylinder head design featuring and integrated exhaust manifold for the 3.6-litre direct injection V6 from under the bonnet (rated at 323 HP/241 kW) plus a new fuel pump, optimised-flow injectors, stronger and lighter weight connection rods as well as a new camshaft cap and throttle body design. Continuare: 2012 Chevrolet Camaro 45th Anniversary Edition More Chevrolet Car News on Car Session

Nissan 370Z by PFA Creativ Posted: 13 Apr 2011 05:44 AM PDT PFA Creativ, a tuning company based in Lennestadt, Germany is offering a series of upgrades for the Nissan 370Z. Their mission for this car was to enable the car's 3.7-litre V6 engine to offer 'a special kind of adventure'. So in their vision this meant fitting the the Nissan 370Z with a set of custom wheels from Schmidt Revolution measuring 20 inch and wrapped in high performance tires from Hankook. These tires are in sizes 245/30-20 at the front and 305/25-20 at the rear and measure 4,999 Euro. Alternatively the 370Z can be fitted with a pair of Radinox-coated rims size 21 inch which are completely washable and suitable for daily usage, using the same kind of tires (245/30-21 and 295/25-21) but priced at 5,999 Euro. Continuare: Nissan 370Z by PFA Creativ More Nissan Car News on Car Session

2012 Audi Q3 - Photos and Details Posted: 13 Apr 2011 12:15 AM PDT This is it, no more sketches with the 2012 Audi Q3 as the German automaker decided to fully unveil their second generation compact premium SUV ahead of its official debut at this year's Shanghai Motor Show. The 2012 Audi Q3 features the automaker's classic design, with a coupe-like shape, a flat rear window in order to enhance the car's sporty nature, restyled LED headlights and tail lamps and an overall sharper look when compared to the previous generation. The lightweight architecture enables the new Q3 to weight less then 1,500 Kg (3,307 lb), while the efficient design resulted in a drag coefficient of just 0.32. Continuare: 2012 Audi Q3 - Photos and Details More Audi Car News on Car Session

Lexus LF-Gh Hybrid Posted: 12 Apr 2011 09:17 AM PDT The Lexus LF-Gh Hybrid was just unveiled by the Japanese automaker through an official press release and a set of photos that present the new concept prior to its public debut scheduled to take place at this year's New York Auto Show. The LF-Gh Hybrid is a concept that points to where Lexus is heading in terms of design, and we don't know how many features will get integrated into future production vehicles, but the new 'spindle' front grille is most likely going to be one of them. Continuare: Lexus LF-Gh Hybrid More Lexus Car News on Car Session

2012 Cadillac SRX gets 300 HP 3.6L V6 Posted: 12 Apr 2011 07:22 AM PDT GM is making a series of enhancements available on the 2012 Cadillac SRX. The main one is the addition of a 3.6-litre V6 engine featuring direct injection and capable of producing 300 HP (224 kW) and 260 lb-ft (353 Nm) of torque which will be found at dealerships across the U.S. starting late this summer. Besides being more powerful, this new engine will also give future owners the possibility of choosing between gasoline, E85 ethanol or a combination of the two,while in terms of efficiency GM is yet to announce the official consumption and emission figures. Continuare: 2012 Cadillac SRX gets 300 HP 3.6L V6 More Cadillac Car News on Car Session

Wheelsandmore 2011 Mercedes CLS63 AMG Posted: 12 Apr 2011 04:42 AM PDT With the first exemplars of the 2011 Mercedes CLS63 AMG rolling of the production line, the German wheel specialist turned tuner Wheelsandmore is presenting their first upgrade program for this new generation four door coupe. The exterior is mainly characterised by the addition of a new set of black alloys measuring 20 inch in size which are wrapped in high-performance Dunlop Sportmaxx (255/30/20 at the front and 305/25/20 at the rear) and are in contrast with the car's white body finish. The Wheelsandmore 2011 Mercedes CLS63 AMG exterior has also been received a few carbon components like a front spoiler lip, a small diffuser and a boot lid lip. Continuare: Wheelsandmore 2011 Mercedes CLS63 AMG More Mercedes Car News on Car Session

2012 Audi R8 GT Spyder drawings Posted: 12 Apr 2011 04:07 AM PDT Another future model teased by the Ingolstadt based automaker through a set of drawings is the 2012 Audi R8 GT Spyder. According to the British press, the 2012 Audi R8 GT Spyder will extract its juice from the same 5.2-litre V10 engine currently offered in the hard top version, so this meas a total of 552 bp and 398 lb-ft of torque. Top speed however will be a bit lower, at 193 mph, due to car's new drag coefficient. Continuare: 2012 Audi R8 GT Spyder drawings More Audi Car News on Car Session

Teenager Crashes 300000 Euro Gumpert Apollo Posted: 12 Apr 2011 03:36 AM PDT This is the kind of story that we heard one too many times. A young driver (in this case only 20 years old and from Germany / in Brokdorf) wants to impress his female friend (19 years of age), probably his girlfriend by driving really fast in a sports car. In this case it is not just any sports car, but a super fast, super expensive Gumpert Apollo valued at over 300,000 Euros, or the equivalent of around 400,000 USD, which most importantly is owned by someone else. Even if we didn't post the photo you would have probably guessed the outcome. So here it is amway : the teenager looser control of the 700 horsepower supercar while entering a curve too fast and crashes the Gumpert Apollo way beyond repairmen. Continuare: Teenager Crashes 300000 Euro Gumpert Apollo More Miscellaneous Car News on Car Session

2011 Volkswagen Caddy Racer Posted: 12 Apr 2011 02:59 AM PDT 2011 VolkswagenAt this year's Commercial Vehicle Show held at Birmingham's NEC in the UK, Volkswagen introduced the new Caddy Racer. Set to compete in the commercial vehicle championship, with the company's Commercial Vehicle's director Simon Elliott once again behind the wheel, the 2011 Volkswagen Caddy Racer will align at the grid at Oulton Park on April 25th featuring a distinctive white and orange livery with RAC continuing to be the main sponsor for this year. The 2011 Volkswagen Caddy Racer is based on the 2010 Caddy and features a series of upgrades in order to improve performance. As opposed to the previous Caddy Racer, this new version is powered by a 2.0-litre petrol engine which is channelling 270 PS to the front wheels via a 6-speed quick shift gearbox. Caddy Racer Continuare: 2011 Volkswagen Caddy Racer More Volkswagen Car News on Car Session

2011 Volkswagen Crafter Posted: 12 Apr 2011 02:43 AM PDT Volkswagen is introducing the 2011 Crafter, five years after the automaker's large van has debuted at the Commercial Vehicle Show. This new version promises to be better in every aspect, meaning it can handle heavier payloads, it requires less fuel and emitts less CO2, plus the van's running costs are also lower. Apart from the old 2.5-litre BlueTDI engines that are compliant with the Euro 5 emissions standards, the 2011 Volkswagen Crafter will be available with a new 4-cylinder 2.0-litre common rail TDI diesel which according to initial data might produce emissions as low as 195 grams per Km. Continuare: 2011 Volkswagen Crafter More Volkswagen Car News on Car Session

Ford Transit SuperSportVan Posted: 12 Apr 2011 02:02 AM PDT More news from the Blue Oval this time informing us about the latest addition to the SportVab lineup : the one-off Ford Transit SuperSportVan. Fitted with the company's biggest ever diesel engine, the Ford Transit SuperSportVan uses the the range topping 3.2-litre 5-cylinder Duratorq TDCi plant producing 200 PS and 470 Nm of torque between 1,700 and 2,500 rpm. This engine which would normally be available on bigger Transit models, like the Jumbo, is mated with a 6-speed transmission and considering the van has just been unveiled at the Commercial Vehicle Show in Birmingham, there are no performance or efficiency figures available at this point. Continuare: Ford Transit SuperSportVan More Ford Car News on Car Session

2012 Ford Ranger European Specs Posted: 12 Apr 2011 01:24 AM PDT The Blue Oval has released details regarding the European spec models 2012 Ford Ranger, as the automaker's new pickup has made its appearance at the 2011 Commercial Vehicle Show in Birmingham ,UK. The 2012 Ranger will be sold on more than 180 world markets, and in Europe it will be available in three cab styles (Single Cab, RAP/Rear Access Panel Cab and Double Cab), two drivetrain options (4x2 and 4x4), two ride heights and up to five standard versions to choose from, which include the Wildtrak model. Continuare: 2012 Ford Ranger European Specs More Ford Car News on Car Session

Mercedes S 350 BlueTEC gets ECO Start Stop As Standard Posted: 11 Apr 2011 06:03 AM PDT Daimler has just announced that it will begin offering the ECO Start Stop function as standard on the Mercedes S 350 BlueTEC. This measure will enable the luxury saloon to require only 6.2-litres of fuel per 100 Km, which means the 258 HP (190 kW) / 620 Nm of torque V6 engine from under its hood is one of the cleanest diesel currently available on the market today. The Mercedes S 350 BlueTEC is also featuring the AdBlue treatment for the exhaust which combined with the ECO Start Stop technology that switches the engine off when the car comes to a standstill help in lowering emissions from 177 to 164 grammes per Km. Continuare: Mercedes S 350 BlueTEC gets ECO Start Stop As Standard More Mercedes Car News on Car Session

2013 Audi A3 Sketches Posted: 11 Apr 2011 04:59 AM PDT More sketches from Audi who apart from publishing drawings with the upcoming Q3 last week, is now presenting a trio of photos with the next generation A3. One of these sketches show the 408 HP Audi A3 sedan seen in the flesh as a concept at this year's Geneva Motor Show, while the other two show the hatchback model and also the design of the interior. The version that gets to keep its trunk is expected to go on sale in 2012 is mainly developed for markets like China, Russia and the U.S. while the hatchback will become available in 3- and 5-door styles before the sedan. Continuare: 2013 Audi A3 Sketches More Audi Car News on Car Session

Caterham Seven Supersport Posted: 11 Apr 2011 04:27 AM PDT British automaker Caterham is unveiling its latest addition to the Seven range: the Supersport. According to the company, the new model is derived from the Caterham Supersport championship, which basically means it is street legal race car. Fitted with a 1.6-litre Ford Sigma engine tuned by Caterham, the Supersport delivers 140bhp to the 13 inch wheels wrapped un CR500 Avon tires via a quick shifting 5-speed transmission and even though that might not seem to much, we are being told that this new version is able to sprint from 0 to 60 mph in just 4.9 seconds. Continuare: Caterham Seven Supersport More Miscellaneous Car News on Car Session

Who is Faster? Rosberg or Schumacher Posted: 11 Apr 2011 03:53 AM PDT The latest commercial clip from Mercedes raises some 'interesting' questions like which of these Formula 1 drivers would you rather leave your pregnant wife to in order to be taken to the hospital? Nico Rosberg or Michael Schumacher? In other words who do you think is faster? This new ad is called Decision, and in order to make the choice even harder the soon to be parents might also have to consider that Rosberg drives a CLS63 AMG while Schumacher appeared in an E63 AMG. Continuare: Who is Faster? Rosberg or Schumacher More Mercedes Car News on Car Session

2011 BMW Z4 GT3 Photos and Details Posted: 11 Apr 2011 03:24 AM PDT The Bavarian automaker's motorsport division has launched the 2011 BMW Z4 GT3 and also released a number of photos and details referring to this new racer that can already be ordered by private teams. The main changes when compared to the previous Z4 GT3 car that was introduced back in March 2010 are in terms of aerodynamics, plus the 4.4-litre V8 that lies under the bonnet has been further optimised through a revised management system. Continuare: 2011 BMW Z4 GT3 Photos and Details More BMW Car News on Car Session

2013 Chevrolet Malibu Interior Image Posted: 11 Apr 2011 02:46 AM PDT Chevrolet is continuing to tease us this time by revealing an image with the 2013 Chevrolet Malibu interior of its Facebook page. The image is blurry on the steering wheel and center dials side, but we at least get a peak at the Malibu's center console, which as you can see features a new LCD display that controls the car's infotainment system and simple looking air vents. We also notice that the 2013 Chevrolet Malibu will get an engine start button and even though this teaser doesn't show it, we are expecting higher quality materials as well. Continuare: 2013 Chevrolet Malibu Interior Image More Chevrolet Car News on Car Session

Maserati GranCabrio tuning by Novitec Posted: 11 Apr 2011 02:21 AM PDT Novitec Rosso has just made the Maserati GranCabrio even more desirable. How ? Well they applied a series of discrete body elements in order to make the Italian cabriolet appear more unique and have also dialed at performance by fitting a supercharger. Starting with the exterior, the Maserati GranCabrio received a number of clear-coated carbon fiber components which include a front spoiler lip, carbon fiber grille surround, rocker panel trim, a rear spoiler lip and diffuser plus 21/22 inch alloys (front and rear) featuring a five double-spoke design and wrapped in Pirelli P Zero tires. Continuare: Maserati GranCabrio tuning by Novitec More Maserati Car News on Car Session

Koenigsegg Agera R Test Drive Video Posted: 11 Apr 2011 01:45 AM PDT The journalists from teknikensvarld.se are the first lucky ones to test drive the Koenigsegg Agera R, and this should come as no surprise as it was only natural for the Swedish based supercar maker to hand the car over to their conationals for its first review. Of-course the downside is that we do not understand Swedish, but we do however understand that the 5.0-litre twin turbo V8 plant powering the Agera R and developing 1115 HP (820 kW) and 1200 Nm (885 lb-ft) sounds like a rocket. Continuare: Koenigsegg Agera R Test Drive Video More Miscellaneous Car News on Car Session

2011 BMW M3 GTS review video Posted: 11 Apr 2011 01:07 AM PDT We already knew that the BMW M3 GTS is an exceptionally great car, considering the numerous performance oriented enhancements it received when compared to the standard M3. We also know that only 15 units out of a total of 110 have been sold in the United Kingdom, and with a price tag of 118,000 GBP this is a car that is definitely not cheap (more than twice as much as the standard M3). How does it feel driving one of these hardcore version M3s? Well we might never find out, but we can at least watch Vicky Handerson's reaction as the latest episode from Fifth Gear presents her taking the M3 GTS for a test drive around the track. Continuare: 2011 BMW M3 GTS review video More BMW Car News on Car Session

Subaru XV Concept Teased Posted: 11 Apr 2011 12:37 AM PDT The world premiere of the Subaru XV Concept will take place at the 14th edition Shanghai International Automobile Industry Exhibition (Auto Shanghai 2011) next Tuesday, but until then the Japanese automaker is keeping us 'busy' with a teaser image that shows their latest creation sitting in the dark. Through the Subaru XV Concept the Japanese company is offering a preview of their next generation crossover which according to them will combine SUV practicality with a fashionable form. The theme of this car is "Enjoyment and Peace of mind" and the main target are customers who are interested in a package that "stretches beyond those from the populated crowd of existing crossover models" Continuare: Subaru XV Concept Teased More Subaru Car News on Car Session

Mercedes SLR Black Arrow by EDO Competition Posted: 08 Apr 2011 08:01 AM PDT Even though production for the McLaren Mercedes SLR has stopped for some time now, there seems to be no shortage of tuners who want to further improve on this model. One of these tuners is EDO Competition who turned the McLaren SLR Coupe into a supercar that is even more appealing in terms of both appearance and performance. Visual changes include the flat black body finish, the 21 inch double spoke design racing wheels wrapped in high-performance tires and the stainless steel exhaust system which promises a more aggressive tune. The interior features a wide range carbon fiber components, bucket seats covered in a combination of leather and alcantara, and an upgraded sound system which also includes navigation plus TV and iPod integration. Continuare: Mercedes SLR Black Arrow by EDO Competition More Mercedes Car News on Car Session

Opel Meriva Design Edition Posted: 08 Apr 2011 02:56 AM PDT Russelsheim based German automaker Opel decided to spice up their Meriva small monocab by introducing the Design Edition version. This new variant comes with a glossy black roof, blackened headlamps which feature the AFL adaptive lighting, fog lamps, tinted and thermally insulated rear windows, 18 inch bi-color alloys and five exterior colours to choose from. These colours are Casablanca White, Magma Red, Technical Grey, Star Silver and the new, warm Henna and apart from these newly added features, the Opel Meriva Design Edition is also equipped with additional equipment as standard. This includes air conditioning, CD radio, on-board computer, a leather wrapped steering wheel, power windows at the front, electric exterior mirrors, cruise control plus the FlexRail center console storage. Continuare: Opel Meriva Design Edition More Opel Car News on Car Session

2011 Jeep Compass Price Posted: 08 Apr 2011 02:23 AM PDT The 2011 Jeep Compass will go on sale in the UK on April 15th, so the North American car maker has just announced pricing for the new generation 4x4. But first lets find out the engines available for the 2011 Jeep Compass in the UK. First we have the 2.2-litre 4-cylinder CDR turbo diesel unit which can produce either 134 bhp or 162 bhp. The higher output version delivers 23 bhp and 10 Nm of torque more than the old 2.0-litre unit, and according to the automaker, 65 percent of buyers are expected to choose this engine. Continuare: 2011 Jeep Compass Price More Jeep Car News on Car Session

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