A recent recall is a bit peculiar, as it involves motorcycle training wheels built by Cambridge Metal & Plastics under Moose Racing license. While the irony is obvious, with a safety feature having safety issues, this isn't a laughing matter. Moose Racing Training Wheels It seems that around 4.000 sets of training wheels have been fitted with nuts and bolts...
Volkswagen already is one the best brands when it comes to fuel efficiency, with yearly records broken by their diesel line. Still, this is not enough for them, as they announced at the Frankfurt Motor Show. Volkswagen Electric It seems that by 2018, they aim to be the world leader in electric mobility. This is a bold statement coming from...
Jeep released photos and details on a special edition of the Wrangler, namely the Dragon Edition. At the exterior, the model comes with a special black finish, a black hard top, revised front grille, bronze satin gloss inserts and 18-inch alloy wheels. Inside, the company provides new floor mats, special graphics, revised gauge cluster, new heated seats wrapped in Nappa...
The sporty Seat Leon SC gets today some special treatment from JE Design. The tuning specialists prepared a power boost for the 2.0-liter diesel engine which normally delivers 184hp and 380Nm of torque. After some modifications, including a revised ECU unit and a sports exhaust, the total output is increased to 210 horses and 430Nm of torque. Seat Leon SC...
The Italians at Ferrari unveiled the new 458 Speciale at the Frankfurt Motor Show after the company revealed the new model online, few days ago. Under the hood of the Italian supercar sits a 4.5-liter V8 unit producing 605 horsepower and 540Nm of torque. It is linked to a seven-speed dual-clutch transmission for a 0-100 km/h sprint in less than...
Nissan unveiled today the new-generation X-Trail at the Frankfurt Motor Show. At the exterior, the Japanese model stands out thanks to the new headlights, 19-inch alloy wheels, LED lights and revised taillights. Inside, the company provides leather upholstery, chrome and metal trim, piano black inserts and several safety sistems. Among them, we note the Active Engine Brake, Active Ride Control...
The doors are open at the Frankfurt Motor Show and now we get to see what manufacturers worldwide are planning. And, as promised, Ducati didn't fail to bring its top game. The IAA saw the unveiling of the 899 Panigale bike. Ducati 899 Panigale Described by the builder as a "Supermid" bike, the 899 aims to brings superbike experience to...
The wheel was invented so long ago, that it is pointless to try and examine its evolution through time. Fact is, the wheel, as used on vehicles, at least, is still evolving, and since the Frankfurt Motor Show is now open, Hankook decided to show us what the next step is. Hankook i-Flex They are presenting a very interesting and...
Infiniti released new photos and details for the Q30 Concept, a prototype which will be seen at the Frankfurt Motor Show. The Japanese model is 4,460mm long, 1,470mm wide and benefits from contours sculpted with fluidity, as the company claims. According to Infiniti, the production version of this concept will hit the dealerships in 2015 and will be very similar...
Dacia released new details and photos on the 2014 Duster facelift, a model which receives a series of styling tweaks alongside a new petrol unit. At the exterior, the Romanian SUV gets revised bumpers, new front grille and headlights. These minor tweaks are capable to refresh the apperance of the Romanian model without changing its character. Under the hood we...
