Car News
Renault Wind Gordini
The French automaker is launching the fourth Gordini model, which is the Renault Wind Gordini.
The Renault Wind Gordini will be showcased at the upcoming 2011 Geneva Motor Show in March, and besides featuring the traditional Gordini colours and the two white stripes, the small coupe-roadster also comes with Glacier white mirror casings, 17 inch black diamond alloys, a glossy black roof and various other small enhancements.
Mercedes W02 Formula 1 Car
After the initial teaser which we saw yesterday with the Mercedes W02, Mercedes GP has officially unveiled their 2011 Formula 1 car at the Ricardo Tormo circuit in Valencia today.
The Mercedes W02 Formula 1 car features a silver livery with light green areas highlighting their main sponsor, Petronas, and after Nico Rosberg has tested the car this mourning, Michael Schumacher will follow later this afternoon.
2012 Mercedes C63 AMG price
After accidentally publishing photos with the 2012 Mercedes C63 AMG a few days ago, Daimler has now officially released details and additional images with their range topping C Class.
They have also announced the 2012 Mercedes C63 AMG price and the fact that both the saloon and estate versions will go on sale in July 2011.
2012 Audi A6 S Line Video
The German automaker has published an official video with the 2012 Audi A6 equipped with the S Line package, which as you can see is featuring a touch of aggressivity.
The 2012 Audi A6 S Line package includes exterior elements like a redesigned front bumper incorporating larger air intakes, new side skirts and alloy wheels as well as a sport suspension that quicker reactions, and improved handling.
BRABUS Mercedes S 350 BlueTec Euro 5
Brabus is introducing the world’s first tuned car which meets the Euro 5 emission standard. The car is based on the Mercedes S 350 BlueTec and has received the BRABUS ECO PowerXtra D6S performance kit which enables an additional 55 HP (40.5 kW) for a total of 313 HP (230 kW) and 690 Nm (509 lb-ft) of torque.
The BRABUS Mercedes S 350 BlueTec Euro 5 takes 6.5 seconds to sprint from 0 to 100 Km/h (62 mph), which means 0.5 seconds faster than the stock model, and can reach a maximum speed of 250 Km/h (155 mph) – electronically limited.
Vauxhall Astra ES Tech
The Vauxhall Astra range has become even more competitive, as the ES Tech trim level has just joined the lineup, offering great value for money, at aiming at competitors from Ford and VW.
The Vauxhall Astra ES Tech comes with a 1.4-litre Turbo engine as standard, with power levels reaching 140 PS, and equipment that includes the CD500 Satnav system, Bluetooth, DAB radio, 17 inch alloys, curtain airbags, ESP, daytime running lights, cruise control and steering wheel mounted audio controls.
Williams FW33 F1 Car 2011
The 2011 spec Williams FW33 F1 car will also begin testing at the Ricardo Tormo track in Valencia today, with the Grove based team still in the process of completing sponsorship deals for the upcoming season.
The Williams FW33 F1 car features the navy blue livery, and the team will include Ruben Barrichello as the main driver and Pastor Maldonado.
Toro Rosso STR6 2011 F1 Car
The Toro Rosso STR6 2011 F1 car has been launched in Valencia, and this new challenger represents the second model designed by Scuderia Toro Rosso, after the team has split from Red Bull Technologies at the end of 2009.
The Toro Rosso STR6 2011 F1 car follows the high nose trends and just like in 2010, while the main drivers will be Sebastian Buemi and Jaime Alguersuari. Daniel Ricciardo, the British F3 champion has been promoted to test and reserve driver.
Red Bull RB7 2011 F1 Car
Another 2011 F1 challenger this time from Red Bull Racing who unveiled the Red Bull RB7 in Valencia.
The new monopost will have to defend last year’s titles with drivers Sebastian Vettel and Mark Webber, and just like the rest of the Formula 1 cars unveiled for the 2011 season, the Red Bull RB7 comes with a higher nose and a modified rear wing, which is in accordance with the new rules dictated by FIA.
Sauber C30 2011 F1 Car
Sauber has also unveiled their C30 2011 Formula 1 car in Valencia, with drivers Kamui Kobayashi and Sergio Perez lifting the covers off the new monopost which according to Technical Director, James Key, has eliminated the weak points of the previous C29.
The Sauber C30 2011 F1 car features a KERS system and engine provided by Ferrari, and has the same high nose as the other race cars just unveiled for 2011.