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Infiniti M Hybrid Commercial
Infiniti has started promoting the M Hybrid, and the video below is the first ad from a new campaign which wants to change consumers perception into thinking that hybrids are not boring.
Are we have to agree, because something that packs 360 HP and returns 32 mpg, in this case called the Infiniti M Hybrid will hardly be something else than enjoyable. The ad takes us more than 100 years back in time, when the hybrid patent came to life, then goes through the hybrids of 70’s and reaches modern time, and underlines the M Hybrid’s powerful yet efficient powering system. This system is composed from a 3.5-litre V6 and an electric motor backed by a battery pack.
Mugen Honda CRZ Hybrid
Mugen Euro is preparing an extensive tuning program for the Honda CRZ which will enable to Japanese hybrid to deliver performance levels that are equivalent to ones in the Typa R.
The Mugen Honda CRZ Hybrid will extract its power from a 1.5-litre i-VTEC petrol unit boosted by automaker’s IMA system, plus the tuner will add upgraded brakes and suspension in order to achieve a more dynamic chassis.
VW Tiguan Facelift Video
Volkswagen has released the first presentation video for the VW Tiguan Facelift, a model which brings minor mechanical changes, and a slight redesign (mainly at the front and rear where the small SUV adopts the company’s latest philosophy in terms of design).
The video emphasises on the dual nature of the VW Tiguan Facelift, given by the two version which are Track & Style dedicated to usage in the urban areas, and Sport & Style for those who give priority to activities like going off-road.
2013 BMW i3 spy video
The Bavarian automaker’s first electric city car, the BMW i3 has been spied during winter testing in Sweden recently. Due to the fact that customers will be able to buy this new premium model sometime in 2013, there will most likely be a long way until we get to see the i3 undisguised.
We do however have some mechanical details about the 2012 BMW i3, and they say that power is provided by an electric motor which generates around 150 bhp, thanks to which the car will be able to cover up to 124 miles before having to recharge.
2012 Audi R8 GT price
US pricing for the limited edition 2012 Audi R8 GT has been announced. With only 90 exemplars out of a total of 333 heading to America, the 2012 Audi R8 GT is a variant that makes extensive use of carbon fiber and weights around 180 lbs less than the R8 5.2 quattro.
Power is extracted from a modified 5.2-litre V10 FSI which develops 560 horsepower (412 kW) thanks to which this exclusive performance coupe can accelerate from 0 to 62 mph in just 3.6 seconds.
Aston Martin V8 Vantage S Review Video
The first Aston Martin V8 Vantage S review video is up online, with the Brits from Autocar telling us what they think about this slightly improved version.
The 4.7-litre V8 from under the bonnet has been tweaked and it produces 430 bhp (321 kW) and 490 Nm of torque, but the best thing about this new model is its Sportshift II 7-speed automatic transmission from Graziano which features steering wheel mounted paddle shifters.
Volvo C30 DRIVe WTCC Debut
The Volvo C30 DRIVe developed by Polestar Racing as part of a one-car programme for the FIA World Touring Car Championship will have its on-track debut at the Curitiba in Brazil this weekend, when the 2011 season WTCC kiks off.
The Volvo C30 DRIVe WTCC has already proved its abilities by winning various titles and races in the Swedish and Scandinavian Touring Car Championships, but the car still need various adaptations due to the new engine regulations as well as the new WTCC tracks.
Skoda Octavia SE UK price
VW’s Czech subsidiary Skoda is announcing pricing for the Ocativa 1.6 MPI SE available now at dealerships across UK.
Offered with a long list of standard options, the Skoda Octavia SE will be limited to 2,000 exemplars in Great Britain, and some of those features include air conditioning, a touch screen six-CD changer, electric heated mirrors, 15 inch alloys, ABS, numerous airbags, electric windows front and rear and trip computer.
Video: Citroen C3 Bip Bip Ad
This new Citroen C3 ad is a combination of cleaver and funny and it reminds consumers that apart from performance and design, the standard equipment list is also something that requires attention, because when some of the ‘essential’ features are missing, the owner’s life will definitely become harder.
In other words, or should we say sounds, and you’ll understand what we meant after hitting play, this ad highlights the fact that the new Citroen C3 is ‘loaded with specs’ among which customers will find remote entry, electric windows and mirrors, parking sensors and more.
Video: Chinese Man Protests by Destroying his Lamborghini Gallardo
When you pay loads of money for something as expensive as say a Lamborghini Gallardo you expect the top level of service, and unfortunately for a Chinese owner, that is something he did not receive when his Italian sports car was taken to a local dealer for repairing.
Various source report that a Chinese resident from the city of Qingdao had his Lambo towed to the shops one day as the car refused to start its engine. Not only that the car was damaged during transit, but even after it returned from the shop it still faced the same ignition problem.