Pirelli Calendar 2010.
January 31, 2010 by Automotive
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After the first photos of the advancement of Pirelli calendar 2010 , I bring all snapshots used by Terry Richardson in this latest version of the calendar of the world’s most famous motor.
The Pirelli calendar is one of the most consolidated in the automotive world , but … Where do you see the photos related to cars or just the tires?.
Guess what car is X
January 31, 2010 by Automotive
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A Sunday it back with our contest “ Guess what car is “.
As you all know, with the image above you will have to figure out what car it is.
About the gifts that you can get with points which you obtain by guessing the car we are already asking budgets. Will t shirts, lighters … De todo un poco.
This week I hope it is more difficult than previous 
Luck!
In Micro Volkswagen Concept Car, a project of Volkswagen Brazil to the world
January 31, 2010 by Automotive
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A design team of interns from VW Brazil , presented their project for a future of German firm CityCar (submitted in December 2009 ). They call it In Micro Concepts and what is seen in the pictures the model is really interesting and highly producible.
The concept study is the result of the combined efforts of Kaur Martins, Rogério Okabe, Guilherme Motta and Wadson Gomes Amorim (all contest winners Talent Volkswagen 2008 ) under monitoring Oscar Mendoza Marilia Biill. It measures 2.50 mm long.
They were based on many competing models, especially the Smart Fortwo . The aim was to create a small size car, which can accommodate two people comfortably, also leaving a little space for cargo. The basis of his aesthetics is the model Up !.
The future city of Volkswagen is powered by a 1.0 liters engine and two different units of cylinders (in-line V-shaped and boxer). He will also have an electric version, with four motors on each wheel, and one with ethanol . These data are speculative, but can come true if the directors, in German give its approval to the project. Already you have?
In general terms, and noting the work and the result, I personally think that this is the new City of Volkswagen . What do you think?
In the gallery will see more of the stages of model development.
Via | Carscoop
Volkswagen goes by Alfa Romeo (rumor is noisy)
January 31, 2010 by Automotive
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For several weeks, in various articles, I’ve brought commenting on the present and future Alfa Romeo . The Italian firm, which belongs to Group Fiat , can not lift my head since the introduction of 156 , a model who was able to mark a break in time between the String of the 80s and the 90s, and managed to position the firm again among the most desirable.
Now in this last time he surprised everyone with the Brera with the 8C Competizione, and last year, with the MiTo . But despite all these models the firm can not stand and can not get to be among the most desirable firms. For this reason, Alfistas and brands who want to prosper how are you (myself included), String should leave this group that is imprisoned.
The chairman of the German consortium ( Volkswagen ), Dr. Manfred Winterkorn , admitted that this Italian brand it is “extremely interesting” . But he denied his intention to acquire, making clear that they spoke with Fiat about it.
With the advent of Chrysler , Dodge and Jeep to Fiat Group, Alfa Romeo and Lancia have been terribly relegated and pending platforms Chrysler to renew their models. A shame, because these two brands have much to offer.
Not if Alfa Romeo back to its roots in the Group Volkswagen , but what if I believe, is that their stay in this group achieved the firm will eventually disappear. Furthermore, the Giulietta does not convince me.
Track | Elmundo
Saab present the 9-3 in 2012
January 31, 2010 by Automotive
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After having gone through two terrible months, Saab can breathe freely and try to raise their heads with their projects that has long stuck. The firm already has in the catalog 9.5 2010 (which incidentally is the car that the exception of a Death Foretold), a model that love to all and located at Saab
(again) in a place of privilege.
Other models confirmed that this is the
9-4x (not yet known if the final name), but still in doubt are the 9.1 and the expected 9.3 . In the case of the latter has gotten around that will reach production in the 2012 , which means that possibly this year (late) submission of a prototype forward their lines. In the
AutoWeek.nl
Victor Muller confirmed that the 9.3 will be released in the 2012 and said something very interesting: “it is possible that I develop with its own platform “, ignoring platforms GM . What he means is that for now remain in communication (technology) with the General, but eventually alienated of all.
In the case of
9.1 Muller
said that it intends that the compact design incorporates a more typical of the brand. What he means is that they have almost nothing to do with the 9-X BioHybrid Concept (prototype was supposed to be the basis of this model). In short, he wants to take the style of the old models of the firm. Arrival date is uncertain (the two images are recreations before the arrival of Spyker ). Track | Saabsunited
Maserati Alfa Romeo MiTo, a special version
January 31, 2010 by Automotive
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As happened with the Fiat 500 ( Ferrari ), the Fiat Group prepared a special version of Alfa Romeo MiTo call Maserati , which as the name implies has details of the signing of supercars. The latter option is especially dedicated exclusively to the stricken Milanese brand. And no wonder they try, because Alfa Romeo is not getting off a long time.
I personally would have preferred a variant that history will vindicate String , not a brand that managed to be his rival for many years. This I say must be taken into account, since these versions (in my opinion), affects the prestige of the brand. Just do not remove it interesting.
The variant Maserati is different from the rest of the MiTo that is: Frau leather upholstery, dual climate control, multifunction leather steering wheel, navigation system, Blue
Mitsubishi Lancer Evo XI hybrid, an unexpected variant
January 31, 2010 by Automotive
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Mitsubishi , apparently, is developing along with the next evolution of the Lancer EVO XI , a hybrid variant. This data, which until now was unthinkable, was released by the magazine Motor Trend , in which he has given no details of what could be this model.
The Lancer EVO XI hybrid electric car could be a front-wheel drive, 60 hp, with batteries Lithium Ion . Coupled with a 2.0-liter engine MIVEC Turbo more than 300 hp. The hybrid model would be technically extended range package, because it works in series and in parallel at once.
The arrival of a variant of this kind is due to the paradigm shift that is living the automotive industry today, and experience that the Japanese firm is having with the I-MIEV in many international markets.
The arrival of the new version of
Lancer is scheduled for approximately 2012 , which makes think that the hybrid version appears only in the 2013 about.
Think of a sports car race with this engine is currently impossible, but it is inevitable that cars of similar characteristics, or even more aggressive, incorporating this kind of car. During these years we will live through many changes, and
Lancer is one of them.
Track | Motor Trend
Related Information: Bosch believes the internal combustion engine will never disappear / Mitsubishi will test electric cars in California / Spain will be the year 2014, one million electric cars / electric cars / Caterham aimed at the world of electric cars
Suzuki SX4 Sedan 2010, the Japanese model is renewed
January 31, 2010 by Automotive
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Suzuki submitted a few days ago the first pictures and details of the new SX4 2010 . As we see in the image changes are not very important, but if you look closely you will see that the objective was to look more like the Kizashi ( “it did ?).
On the front we see some new lenses, grille, bumpers, and air intake. On the side we see some new tires and minor details. And we see the new rear light clusters and chrome accents.
Inside appreciate a new center console with new controls for air conditioning, complete instrumentation, chrome, new colors (interior and exterior) and better quality upholstery.
For the European market will have these engines: the 1.5 VVT 112 hp, the 1.6 VVT 120 hp, 1.6 DDiS 90 hp (diesel) and 2.0 DDiS of 135 hp (diesel), the latter with wheel drive. Prices range from $ 13,299 in the sedan version and 15.999 the Sport .
The move gives the model obtained from Suzuki it a more life, because right now the Japanese company is developing a new range of small and midsize cars, with Volkswagen , the new partner.
Gallery
Track | Myautomovil
