Opel introduces a new 1.6 Turbo anticipating the renewal of its range of engines

Posted on May 14, 2012 by Josh

In recent years, the renewal of the Opel engine range has been continuous, with the introduction of the new Turbo 1.4 and 1.6 liters, biturbo even in the case of diesel. In the next 12 months will witness a renewal of the whole new range of engines starting with the introduction of a new 1.6 Turbo ECOTEC that specifically displaces 1598 cm 3, has direct injection, turbo system and stop-start.

For now Opel has not provided the benefits of this new 1.6 Turbo but ensure that there will be multiple power levels and will be offered in various models in marketing. Yes the advance that their records will be maximum 200 hp at 4,700 rpm and a torque, not inconsiderable, 300 Nm from 1,700 rpm which will place it near Turbo 2.0 logs less potent. Moreover, one would expect with such a new mechanical torque and power was its replacement so natural, even in models like the Opel Insignia. The new Opel Astra OPC, for now, will remain faithful to the 2.0-liter engine. Continue reading →

BMW presents the Series 1 with 3-door and shows the production M135i

Posted on May 13, 2012 by Josh

BMW has decided to absorb all our attention on this weekend. After learning the BMW 3 Series Touring, going into the more practical variant of the 3 Series BMW , now plays focus our attention on the smallest of the family, Series 1, which leaves us with the official presentation of its three-door variant.

After anticipating the online design of this body with the BMW M135i Concept, which also left us with more than 300 horses under the hood that was introduced in version Series 1 with 3-door, today is officially the Series 1 of 3-door, as in the case of the 3 series with the newly introduced Touring, revealing the first variant of the original body of these two sagas from Bavarian signature.

With slight changes in the design of Series 3 left us with a more dynamic profile view and why not say it more flattering. The fluid lines of its side now take on a greater role in the absence of marks of the rear doors. The pair of doors increases its size and also lost the top frame. Its front and rear, do not receive any change compared to the 5-door version. Continue reading →

Mini John Cooper Works GP 2012: this is the sportier Mini production

Posted on May 12, 2012 by Josh

The Mini United Festival began in Le Castellet, France, a region that hosts the Paul Ricard circuit and this has been the setting for Mini to introduce the new Mini John Cooper Works GP, performance based model, the most effective and radical the great family Mini. With a range that seems boundless, Mini grows back, and it does this time in sportsmanship.

After introducing us to the variants Coupe and Roadster now comes the turn of the JCW GP leaving the convenience of Mini Clubvan, the commercial version of the Clubman derived side offroad and family with the Countryman coupe is now developing to meet the Mini more appropriate to go home circuit, so the Mini JCW GP. Continue reading →

BMW 3 Series Touring: surprised again, this time with the M package

Posted on May 11, 2012 by Josh

BMW is one of the most wanted brands paparazzi engine of the most popular or most likely to pose in front of these photographers. In one form or another, or both, the development of the new generation of BMW 3 Series has been followed step by step. With the sedan and are still among us debut a number of variants, including the Touring version, now star of the images captured by these “carparazzi”.

With a small dose of the usual camouflage before us the BMW 3 Series in its wagon variant. This variant is not the first time you have been surprised, we had seen rolling in the snow at the BMW and even had leaked the images patenting the design of the behind. Now, these pictures reveal to us the appearance of this version with the M package and less camouflage than the previous occasion. Continue reading →

Porsche Macan, the “nine eleven” of the SUV is running

Posted on May 11, 2012 by Josh

Whenever lack least for the Porsche Macan makes its appearance on the international automotive scene. This is one of the most anticipated models and the Porsche flagship project as intended to represent a high sales volume and attract a new type of younger customer and urbane. No one would be the slightest doubt that the Porsche Cayenne has been a success for Stuttgart, the Macan in turn come to sign the car up in the middle segment in Europe, the compact luxury SUV.

Initial expectations of the new Porsche Macan are to build 50,000 units a year in the Leipzig factory starting next year. Based on the rival of this model Audi Q5 to other SUV premium as the Mercedes-Benz GLK is the BMW X3 or the new “goose that lays the golden eggs”, the Range Rover Evoque. And yet we must remain vigilant, because all indications are that the forecast could be conservative when we consider that the Cayenne has surpassed the 62,000 units annually. Continue reading →

Aston Martin DBS Ultimate, goodbye heart plated carbon fiber

Posted on May 10, 2012 by Josh

Rumor has it that Aston Martin is preparing a whole “bomb” to celebrate a historic date, the centenary of its foundation. But before that happens and that the Aston Martin DBS gives way to a new high-flying sport ready to succeed it, as its predecessor did the Vanquish will bid farewell to the swan song, a limited edition called Ultimate.

No changes have been announced on its mechanics, this Aston Martin DBS Ultimate abandons part of its stylish look and political correctness to choose most characteristic features of sports careers: the carbon fiber strips for the occasion. Will be available in Coupe and Volante body (convertible) and with manual and automatic, and missing more, with the V12 5.9 liter 48-valve, but is not expected to be manufactured over 100 units in a very limited run probably already been awarded to the most loyal of Gaydon. Continue reading →

200 Ferrari review major mechanical defects

Posted on May 10, 2012 by Josh

What is happening to Ferrari? What was once the pinnacle of high technology products of the competition in street now has become the weekend barbecue? Solved the problem of spontaneous combustion, Maranello is still facing manufacturing problems recognized that more than one will bring the way of bitterness as the last one major flaw that has affected more than 200 units of the Ferrari 458 Italy and California.

Apparently one of the machines is responsible for the process of the crankshaft Assembly was not calibrated correctly causing a significant circulation of engines suffer unbecoming of an eight-cylinder in uva vibrations to the point that the result may be the failure and the failure of the mechanics. Fortunately the error has been located, the affected units identified and Ferrari will repair to solve the problem without any additional charge to its customers. Continue reading →

The Marussia B2 is a success, after all those 500 units of the Russian supercar

Posted on May 9, 2012 by Josh

Marussia, a Russian manufacturer of supercars and luxury cars that started playing nearly five years with following the introduction of several prototypes in September 2010 gave the final step in announcing the opening of its first dealership in Moscow and begin to accept the first orders of Marussia B2, a car that has gone into production with little aesthetic changes on the prototype, 2009.

After just over a year and a half in the market, the Marussia B2 can be considered successful, since the brand has announced that Russia has received orders for 500 units planned manufacture. It may seem that 500 units in that period is a very modest figure, but not so much when you consider that this is a brand that emerged from zero and whose reliability or efficiency of its vehicles is untested. In fact, not yet made any Marussia B2 unit, whose mechanical specifications have changed substantially. Continue reading →

The next Opel Astra could not manufacture in Germany

Posted on May 8, 2012 by Josh

It seemed that the way in Opel to General Motors was well on track, after the troubles experienced a few years ago the manufacturer of Russelsheim, to the extent that GM considered very seriously the possibility of selling Opel and get rid of the German mark. The truth is that Opel does not stop to straighten its course, and despite having a good product range continues to experience economic hardship, with red ink in their books year after year.

In an attempt to stop this drain of losses that Opel for General Motors – caused in part by the sharp decline in overall European sales – the parent U.S. is seriously considering moving production of the next generation Opel Astra from Germany to countries with cheaper labor and lower manufacturing costs. In particular, the future Astra deck (which should be in the market to the 2015) is produced only in the factories of Ellesmere Port (England) and Gliwice, Poland. Continue reading →

BMW Visio.M, the future power needs to reinvent the automobile

Posted on May 7, 2012 by Josh

The electric car generates so much uncertainty for manufacturers and their potential customers. Perhaps the mistake was to expect a rapid transition between the combustion engine and electricity with almost no fees renew the automotive industry. There are few who have tried to bring electricity to a new level with ultra-light cars, new production methodologies and extensive aerodynamic studies, although in most cases and with the exception of the exotic Renault Twizy, none has come to go from being a mere prototype.

BMW and Daimler have partnered with the University of Munich, Siemens, Continental, Texas Instruments, TUV and other agencies and companies to develop an electric car without batteries did not exceed 400 kilograms. The result is the MUTE Concept of the Visio.M project, a plan which had been invested 10.8 million Euros that are intended to explore the ins and outs of a future tourism urban, electric, lightweight and very affordable. Recall that in Munich and have been working on your project BMW i to market its first two products electric utility and sports, next year. Continue reading →

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