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- New Details About The 2013 Mini Cooper Emerge
- Mercedes C63 AMG Sets World Drift Record
- Strand Craft 122 Super Yacht Rendered
- EDF Energy Teams Up With PSA
- Cars team up again with femininity – 2011 Porsche 911 GT3 by Autodynamica Performance
- Android app to Learn of your Driving Pattern – from BMW
- Peugeot Launches 107 Sportium Special Edition
- 2012 Chevrolet Sonic Gets Price List
- Audi Q4 Under Development
- More Efficient Audi A1 1.6 TDI Hits UK
| New Details About The 2013 Mini Cooper Emerge Posted: 21 Jun 2011 12:47 PM PDT  2013 MINI Cooper We've learned from our colleagues at AutoExpress.co.uk that the next generation of the Mini Cooper which should be out sometime in 2013 will be styled by Anders Warming. The new look will be more dramatic, featuring an upward-sweeping shoulder line, a steeply raked windscreen and a prominent front grille. The new Mini will ride on an all-new front wheel drive platform that will be a little bit larger in comparison to the one on the current model. We don't have in depth details about this but we can tell you that it will probably be flexible enough to spawn a 5-door hatchback, most likely the next generation of the Clubman. The car will probably get a 3-cylinder 1.5-liter engine that generates 128 hp (130 PS / 96 kW) and 148 hp (150 PS / 110 kW) in diesel and gasoline variants, respectively. In addition, it will be available with a couple of engines borrowed from the BMW 1-Series in the form of some 4-cylinder 2.0-liter units, but nothing is certain at the moment. Lastly, the new Mini Cooper will get a 1.6-liter turbocharged engine that will deliver 178 hp (180 PS / 132 kW) for the S version and 217 hp (220 PS / 162 kW) for the John Cooper Works (JCW) model. The 2013 Mini Cooper will make its first appearance sometime next year at an important international motor show and will hit the dealerships the following year. We'll keep you posted when more information will become available. Stay tuned. Source: Auto Express | Photo: WCF Post published on Rpmgo.com |
| Mercedes C63 AMG Sets World Drift Record Posted: 21 Jun 2011 12:33 PM PDT
Source: Mercedes-Benz via WCF Post published on Rpmgo.com |
| Strand Craft 122 Super Yacht Rendered Posted: 21 Jun 2011 12:23 PM PDT  Strand Craft 122 Super Yacht If you like big and luxurious yachts, you'll certainly love the Strand Craft 122 Super Yacht. Unlike other similar beauties, this one has a pretty interesting feature – a built-in parking space for its very own supercar. Featuring a smooth exterior appearance and luxurious interior furnishings, the Strand Craft 122 carries as cargo a beautiful sports car that looks gorgeous.  Strand Craft 122 Super Yacht This yacht features twin Rolls-Royce engines, enough to push it up to 55 knots, while the car benefits from a V12 power unit, capable of developing 880 hp, which should be enough for a top speed of 230 mph.  Strand Craft 122 Super Yacht Unfortunately, these are only renderings, but we can dream, can't we? Source: TheCoolList Post published on Rpmgo.com |
| Posted: 21 Jun 2011 12:04 PM PDT  Citroen C-Zero / Peugeot iOn It seems that EDF Energy has formed a partnership with the French automakers Peugeot and Citroen in order to offer residential and fleet customers EV charging services with the sale of every Citroen C-Zero and Peugeot iOn. This partnership will lead to a one-stop-shop for clients who will benefit from convenient and safe recharging solutions for their electric cars. In the first phase of this collaboration, EDF Energy promises to offer a residential package which will allow owners of the iOn and C-Zero models to fill up the batteries from home and this will come with a free site survey. EDF Energy mentioned that after a dedicated charge point is installed, the drivers will take advantage from the quicker recharge times which will allow filling up the batteries 35% faster than before. This package will cost 799 pounds. Households will be able to save precious money by getting 20% cheaper electricity during weekends and evenings thanks to EDF's low carbon charge point package, dubbed Eco 20:20. The company has made a research from which they've learned that 66% of the home charging is done during evenings and in weekends. If you buy a Citroen C-Zero or a Peugeot iOn, you'll spend only 1.92 pounds for charging the battery, which is about 3 pence / mile, considerably less in comparison to 16 pence / mile for gasoline. This is a partnership from which all involved parties will benefit and we certainly hope that we'll see more of them soon and in other countries as well. Source: NextGreenCar Post published on Rpmgo.com |
| Cars team up again with femininity – 2011 Porsche 911 GT3 by Autodynamica Performance Posted: 21 Jun 2011 09:03 AM PDT
I don't know how this is possible, but apparently women cannot stay away from super-cool cars, and either cars from women. It's like a silent long-term partnership that activates itself exactly when at the right moment and always with the right woman / car nearby.
Such an example is Porsche 911 GT3 modified by Autodynamica and his sexy partner Shellee Nemeckek, a Texas model. The result: a provocative photo-shoot and an aroused guilty pleasure. So, let us be clear about the characters involved into this situation: we have one super-hot model and a Porsche 911 GT3. The latter carries a new tuning package, with an electric program for the engine ($1,400), also offering a new set of Brembo brakes ($4,990), a new exhaust system ($4,075), and a new set of wheels of 19″ and 21″ ($2345).
What do you think about the pictures or about the car? [Source: Topspeed] Post published on Rpmgo.com |
| Android app to Learn of your Driving Pattern – from BMW Posted: 21 Jun 2011 08:56 AM PDT
The Android market is constantly growing and BMW could not have ignored its usefulness. So, the German car maker created the BMW Evolve app for its BMW ActiveE electric vehicle. The app is quite interesting, as it analyzes the driver's pattern while being behind the wheel and determines whether the car will be able or not to adapt to driving habits of each. The process is simple: download the app, launch, tap and drive to analyze driving patterns, log into a dedicated website (BMWActivateTheFuture.com) and submit the results over to BMW. And then you can definitely say that you brought your contribution to the future of all-electric cars. In other words, improving performance is for the moment in our hands. So, let's take advantage, I say! [Source: Market.android] Post published on Rpmgo.com |
| Peugeot Launches 107 Sportium Special Edition Posted: 21 Jun 2011 08:04 AM PDT  Peugeot 107 Sportium Special Edition The French automaker has decided to replace the old ENVY model with the Sportium Special Edition variant of the 107 that adds more fun and style to this tiny car while at the same time makes it more fuel efficient and eco-friendly. This special model is based on the 107 Urban variant and comes with a frugal 1.0-liter gasoline engine that is linked to a 5-speed manual transmission. Fuel consumption stands at 62.77 mpg UK while CO2 emissions are 103 g/km, which means that in the first year, the VED tax will be free and after that it will cost you only 20 pounds per year. If this 107 is used as a company car, it will fall in the lowest BIK rate bracket at only 10%. The special edition is available for both the 3- and 5-door models and comes as standard with the features of the Urban model: four airbags, power steering, electric front windows, remote control central locking, height adjustable steering wheel, ABS, CSC, EBFD, stereo radio, CD player (with MP3 support) and color-coded door handles. Aside from these features, you'll also get 14-inch alloy rims, tinted rear windows, AC, bespoke "white" door covers and interior detailing. Customers will be able to choose from one of the five colors for the exterior finish: Electra Blue, Zircon Grey, Diamond White, Citrus Yellow and Laser Red. The 3-door model will set you back 9,945 pounds while the 5-door costs 10,295 pounds. Source: Peugeot via NextGreenCar Post published on Rpmgo.com |
| 2012 Chevrolet Sonic Gets Price List Posted: 21 Jun 2011 07:52 AM PDT  2012 Chevrolet Sonic (hatchback) I have to say that the hatchback version of the recently announced Chevrolet Sonic looks great as opposed to the sedan version which looks a little bit cheap out in the back. Anyway, with the launch of the new model, Chevrolet is reentering the subcompact segment after a pause of several years. The cheapest Sonic money can be will cost you $14,995 for the sedan version and $400 more if you want the hatchback. For this money, you get the model powered by an Ecotec 1.8-liter engine, featuring 10 airbags, traction control, ABS, electronic stability control (StabiliTrak) with rollover sensing and a 6-month trial of OnStar. Moving up the scale, we find the LT trim level that packs a few luxury features like the heated side mirrors and seats, 6-speaker sound system, audio controls mounted on the steering wheel, USB, Bluetooth and 17-inch alloys. The top-spec LTZ comes with remote start for the models fitted with an automatic gearbox, chrome accented exterior and perforated leatherette steering. That 1.8-liter engine is good for 138 hp and has a peak torque of 125 lb.-ft, mated to a 5-speed manual transmission, which can be upgraded to a 6-speed automatic gearbox if you are willing to pay $1,070. Those who choose the LT or LTZ trim level can opt for a 1.4-liter turbocharged engine with a 6-speed manual transmission which will cost you $700 more. The 2012 Chevrolet Sonic will have to face up some serious competition coming from the Nissan Sentra, which is a little bit more expensive as its base price is $16,060, but it comes with a more powerful 2.0-liter engine that produces 140 hp. Another rival is the popular Hyundai Accent, a model that comes with a 1.6-liter GDI 4-cylinder engine that packs 138 hp, which will set you back only $12,445 for the base version. As far as the hatchback is concerned, it will run up against the popular Ford Fiesta (priced from $15,500), the Honda Fit ($15,100) and the Toyota Yaris which has a base price of $13,115. Source: Chevrolet Post published on Rpmgo.com |
| Posted: 21 Jun 2011 07:36 AM PDT
The Audi Q4 will be based on the current MLB – Modularen LangsBau architecture, the same one used for the Q5, which will also spawn the aforementioned Cajun from Porsche, yet another compact-sized sport utility vehicle. Taking into consideration that it will share its architecture with the Q5, the new Q4 will probably have just about the same dimensions so expect to see an SUV measuring 4,650 mm in length, 1,800 mm in width and a wheelbase of 2,810 mm. However, it will certainly come with a changed roofline, one that will mimic a fastback and will be lower, at about 1,600 mm. The entry-level model will probably be powered by a 2.0 TFSI engine that has 211 PS. In addition, there are also going to be two more powerful engines in the form of a turbocharged V6 3.0-liter unit with 333 PS and a V6 TDI 3.0-liter twin-turbocharged diesel that produces 312 PS. Of course, a hybrid version is also in the works, one that will consist of a 2.0-liter turbocharged gasoline engine with 211 PS and an electric motor that generates 35 PS.
Source: Autocar.co.uk Post published on Rpmgo.com |
| More Efficient Audi A1 1.6 TDI Hits UK Posted: 21 Jun 2011 07:14 AM PDT  Audi A1 1.6 TDI If you live in the United Kingdom and you want to avoid paying the road tax and the congestion charge, you can opt for the recently introduced Audi A1 1.6 TDI which can be yours for at least 14,480 pounds. They managed to reduce the CO2 emissions down to 99 g/km in comparison to the older one that had 105 g/km by optimizing the fuel system and the ECU. The A1's combined fuel economy is rated at 74.3 mpg (in comparison to 70.6 mpg). This frugal Audi A1 is powered by a 1.6 TDI engine that produces 104 hp (105 PS / 77 kW) and has a peak torque of 184 lb.-ft (250 Nm), allowing the car to do the 0-62 mph sprint in 10.5 seconds, on its way to a top speed of 118 mph (190 km/h). PS: It all sounds great but I'd still get a gasoline engine… Source: Audi UK via WCF Post published on Rpmgo.com |
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