For several years now, the car makers have shied away from big, gas guzzling engines. The demand for greener energy has caught up with the industry. Also the smaller engines have stepped up their game, bringing more power to the table, while keeping a decent fuel efficiency. Fiat V8 Diesel Engine For example, a diesel V8 engine currently can only...
Ford unveils a new concept model based on the current Fiesta hatchback, a model which uses a quite new technology. To be more specific, the Fiesta eWheelDrive concept features electric motors placed in the wheels. The Americans at Ford are trying to innovate with these in-wheel motors which provide several benefits. The company claims this setup dramatically increases the passenger...
Chevrolet released official pricing figures for the new Corvette Stingray, a model which will be offered in two configurations. The Coupe variant starts at $51,995 and will make its US debut towards the end of this year. Standard features include a premium audio system from Bose, Bluetooth and USB connectivity, keyless entry, a digital instrument cluster and the MyLink infotainment...
If you are the kind of guy that likes to tinker around in his/her garage and can't wait for the next big project, then Smyth Performance might have your fix. First of all a Volkswagen Jetta is required. Next you need to buy Smyth Performance's kit, apply elbow grease and obtain a nice home made roadster. Volkswagen Jetta Roadster by...
The is a new rumor going around the internet about our (my) favorite Italian car brand. I am talking, of course, about Alfa Romeo. It seems they are planning to release a new car, based on the Alfa Romeo Ghibli just recently unveiled. Alfa Romeo 6c Rendering It will go by the name of 6c and for now two versions...
Renault presents today a new special edition based on the Scenic MPV and also its bigger brother, Grand Scenic. According to Renault, the new special edition benefits from a total of three engines, namely two dCi powerplants with outputs ranging from 95hp to 110hp and a slightly potent TCe engine with 115 horses. Renault Scenic Limited In terms of styling,...
Specialists at Euro NCAP released information on the Mercedes Citan crash tests but sadly, the German company hasn’t got to many reasons to celebrate. To be more specific, the new Citan van scored three stars of five, not very impressive mainly considering that we talk about a Mercedes-Benz car, even if it is a van. Mercedes Citan Euro NCAP The...
Volkswagen released details and photos on the R-Line package for the new Golf VII. At the exterior, the new kit brings revised front and rear bumpers, a rear diffuser, gloss black front grille, R-Line logos, fog lights and few other minor improvements. Inside, buyers benefit from stainless steel door sill plates, a flat-bottom steering wheel, aluminum inserts and revised sport...
Audi unveiled today the TT ultra quattro concept, a prototype based on the current TT S quattro model which will be seen at this year's edition of the Wörthersee show. Power is provided by a 2.0-liter engine offering 310 horsepower and 400Nm of torque. The 0-100 km/h sprint is possible in 4,2 seconds with a top speed of 280 km/h....
Fitting a bit of F1 technology on a car might not seem that big a stretch. But if that car is the Renault Twizy, things get interesting. Called the Renault Twizy Sport F1, this little monster is the brain child of Renaultsport and Renault Sport F1. Renault Twizy Sport F1 The outside conveys many features seen on F1 cars like...
