Saturday, March 5, 2011

Geneva 2011: Pictures of Renault Megane CC Floride





Do not dream it's not the return of Florida at Renault! Like the Gordini, it is a luxurious finish and chic, but not in the sporting event of the Megane CC does it lend any way, especially in the case of the diesel version.

And the news is even more tenuous than in the case of finishing Gordini because Florida is a limited edition of Renault Megane CC still present on its stand in Geneva. It is true that Florida exhales a sweet scent of revival and refreshing atmosphere sixties.

Ivory painting Exclusive Florida, mags 17 inch color diamond ... ivory-colored interior is still red with ivory keys, Florida name around the cabin and on the body and essential for a series Limited, numbered plate on the center console.

The world's smallest Gullwing Weez Geneva Motor Show 2011 Live Photos




This is the yellow trolley Weez, a project of the company Eon motors. Like many new four-wheelers today is the whole engine Weez charge. Each wheel is individually powered by an electric motor which can reach a top speed sometimes dizzying 45 km / h, with closed doors. Perhaps too little to make decent traffic to any part whatsoever. Fully charged batteries and the Weez 50 km far.

This car with a length of 2.9 meters and seats three people, has an error "steering wheel" and ditto speakers and allowed the door for a price of nine grand.

Geneva 2011: Brabus BiTurbo 700 SLS AMG real Photos



It may be because we have too many consecutive hours watching cars tuned in Geneva, or it may be because of the close relationship between Brabus and Mercedes, but the SLS AMG may be the lesser evil we've seen do Gullwing ".

As its name suggests, the guys from Brabus twin turbochargers were installed to blow the engine to 700 horsepower, and have applied the usual fanfare in the body, with huge tires and wheel arches. The zero to sixty now airs in 3.7 seconds way with a tip of about 340 per hour.

New De Tomaso Pantera present in November

If a case the strange story of the resurrection of De Tomaso has left a sour taste in your mouth, you know that all is not lost. Although the Deauville is clearly unworthy of carrying the T Don Alejandro in the hood, Gian Mario Rossignolo, architect of the new De Tomaso, has already announced that there will be a new sports coupe in the line of Pantera, and PistonHeads , Which has informers everywhere, reports that we will see in the auto show in Los Angeles. Or if you prefer, on 16 November.

But so far no more details about this sport, beyond which will be built on a chassis of welded aluminum extrusions laser and Rossignolo expects to place about 2,000 units per year.

On the other hand, we take the news to update our gallery courtesy of Pininfarina Deauville.

Spy Photos of New Generation Ford Kuga / Escape 2013



It is also no coincidence that while Ford shows Vertrek at the Geneva Motor Show in anticipation of the new Kuga (after passing through Detroit), the real car was struck during his trial in the United States. We do not know if it will change its name or on the contrary still be called Escape in America, but it may take the unification Ford Kuga technique to adopt a global name.

As these images hint at, height and wheel aside, the production version of the Vertrek retain the basic proportions of the concept. Given the effectiveness of camouflage, go into more detail would be presumptuous, so we will just wait for the emergence of new images. Its strip-tease is not immediately anyway, the new Ford crossover will not be released in America until the end of 2012, and even take a little longer to reach Europe.

Geneva 2011 Live Photos : Ferrari 458 Italia by Novitec





Novitec Rosso understand. Unlike some companies engaged, not improve, but to reinterpret the work of others, the German trainer is one of the few firms that have managed to internalize this "less is more" and the Geneva Motor Show showcases an exquisite Ferrari 458 Italy bow tie and tuxedo dress. There are few exterior changes, but that is why his is a faultless preparation. Lowercase carbon fiber parts  have been added to the original body of Ferrari as a discrete add-in, along with a new aluminum rims and tails darkened escape.

Out of sight, improvements at the level of suspension, weight reduction and a spin motor thoroughly. The use of new exhaust and input, along with several tweaks, electronic, power increase from 458 Italy 570 to 609 hp, while raising the rev limit of 9,000 to 9,100 rpm, letting a machine not is just breathtaking sight, but also exceptionally competitive in the circuit.

Ruf Rt 12 R Based On The Porsche 911: 2011 Geneva Motor Show Live Photos



That's what people like the RUF boys, ready to give you a little of his "medicine. " For those lucky enough to your 500-hp 911 Turbo they fall short, RUF offers the Rt12R (279,000 € tax not included), that starting from the same model of Stuttgart receives an injection of vitamins that takes it to the 730 horses.

Peugeot 908 HYbrid4 for 24 Hours of Le Mans first real photos Geneva




Peugeot played the 24 Hours of Le Mans with a car purely "burning", with a new V8 diesel HDI FAP, to be called, oddly enough, like its predecessor: 908. But do not think its hybrid developments will fall on deaf ears, since the French have also co-developed an alternative supported to test KERS on the official test test gala, with no ambition to see what we can offer the car for to issues coming years.

At the least, is a great way to promote its hybrid technology recently implemented in a commercial since the 3008. Hit a look at the gallery that we bring from Geneva car racing, which at first glance, beyond the decor is completely identical to the non-hybrid version.

MTM R8 BiTurbo Chrome Perfect Super Car Series Geneva 2011




Great expressions of the automotive world, "Look, man, this R8 will have polished. " Large general-favorite expressions: "Give wax, wax off. " Mix lightly, and apply it to see the latest and expensive creation of MTM. BiTurbo R8 MTM is called, and is not nothing but a concept car with which to attract our attention to preparing the new twin charger mounted on the block Lamborghini V10 Audi uses in its range-topping coupe .

This is the Saab 9-5 SportCombi to natural - Geneva 2011 Live



We have not yet seen the fruits of the new Saab now that its independence and stop living in oblivion was GM, but the current owner of the Swedish, Spyker, is clear that there is potential to go on too long. Among the key models for that promising future is the 9-5 SportCombi, a family can of course show off your style and beauty.

In countries like Germany, Italy and Sweden, the wagon body styles are really important, and up to 70% of total sales on the specific. Therefore the arrival of the 9-5 Wagon can make a success now that we've seen that beautiful, flowing lines and high capacity are not mutually exclusive. Regarding the sedan, the amendments have sat so well that one could almost say that it is more aesthetic and beautiful.

Argentina: Read from the renovated Citroen C4 Picasso

During the last quarter of last year, Citroën launched in Europe the new range C4 Picasso, with slight changes to its exterior and some improvements in engines and equipment. From this month of March are also available in Argentina.

The limited supply of the compact MPV is reduced to the following versions:

* C4 Picasso 1.6 HDI 110 hp 156,550 pesos
* C4 Picasso 2.0i 16v 143 hp 167,850 pesos
* Grand C4 Picasso 1.6 HDI 110 hp 161,550 pesos
* Grand C4 Picasso 2.0i 16v 143 hp 172,850 pesos

Taking advantage of this launch, Citroën has replaced veteran motor 2.0 HDI 110 hp in the C4 hatchback, which now incorporates the modern 1.6 HDI. Is priced at 108,070 pesos. The C4 Sedan is now maintained by the block of two liters, and it seems that in the short term is to be replaced.

Christian Abt and his team of ABT R8 GTS GENEVA 2011 Perfect Super Car Series





And German is in charge of running several Audi cars in the 24 Hours of Nurburgring and the DTM, and knows exactly what is needed to improve a car .

In the present case, the R8 GTS receives an enhancement for V10 that takes him from the 525 up to 620 horses, while replacing almost all body panels with plastic reinforced with carbon fiber, saving weight in the process . Performance improves accordingly, changing the 0 to 100 per hour in a process that now runs in 3.6 seconds way from one end of 320 per hour.

Dacia could sell cars online in 2012

According to the Automotive News, Dacia could sell cars on the Internet in Europe to counter future PSA Peugeot Citroen Group's offensive to sell an exclusive model on the Internet.

Selling cars on the Internet could become a reality and for those of Dacia, inform Automotive News. Mark of Pitesti could call this technique to enhance the results in Europe and to prepare a strategy to counter concern PSA Peugeot-Citroen to market certain new models only on the Internet. These models could have a low price and will be manufactured in China with their partners at Changan Automobile Group Co.. Head of sales of the corporation in question, Jean-Marc Gales, has recently confirmed this hypothesis in his statements at the 81st edition of the Geneva Motor Show.

Dacia presents its crossover at the Geneva show, a model acclaimed by the public since her arrival in 2010.

Dacia Duster exposes the Geneva Motor Show. Since its launch in April 2010, the crossover lives a great low cost business career with more than 100,000 orders recorded in the world. In 2010, 67,000 Duster were registered in total, including 19,689 in France.

Available in 2 or 4WD, the extent Duster 4.315 m long and loads to choose from three engines: a block 4 cylinder petrol 1.6 110bhp 4-cylinder engine or two dCi 85 or 110. Dacia enjoys the show to unveil its plans for growth. By 2013, Sandero, Logan MCV and Logan will be renewed and a new family and a small utility that will arrive in 2012.

2013 Subaru Impreza Concept Live from Geneva 2011 : the face of future Impreza




Since its launch in 1992, the Subaru Impreza enjoys an undisputed reputation worldwide, it is true extent by the victories of version WRC World Rally Championship. However, the current generation has somewhat disappointed the fans of the model. The mark had to react. She first decided to import again in France 4-door version to boot, the favorite of our citizens. And she now presents this promising concept that foreshadows and suggests the features of the future generation.

It comes in the guise of a 4-door coupe and 4 seats, the roofline very elusive, so the rear door handles hidden in the posts. The overall style is both class and dynamic, muscular and athletic, especially when looking at the bow and stern. The sharp edges on the shields, the air extractor to contrast with the sides, plus plates. Everything is totally realistic. The color "Silver Sky" concept of the passage could be found quickly in the range.

Inside, a large multifunction display is located on the center console, while a touch screen dominates the bottom of the wheel and provides access to various applications. This concept is also equipped with "Eyesight", a driver assistance system that includes a camera that transmits its shots at the driver but also an anti-collision technology

Technically very little information since this concept focuses on design. We only know that the boxer engine is a 2.0 atmospheric works in combination with a CVT automatic transmission and AWD Symmetrical AWD.

Subaru Trezia New Small MPV Live Geneva 2011 Photo with interior


Less than 4 feet long, FWD, once is not usual with Subaru that did not fit wheel drive based on Verso-S, a gasoline engine and diesel taken from the organ bank Toyota The Trezia is a true mechanical clone. Only aesthetics can therefore tip the balance of potential buyers to her rather than the Toyota. I must say it is not bad for a minispace quite sharp and dynamic.
The petrol engine is a 1.3 to 99 hp, a 1.4 diesel 90 hp. Prices start at 22,500 Swiss francs or about € 17 350 in petrol and 24 500 francs or € 18 900 for diesel.

Curve C-ZEN: A small electric vehicle and seriously fun



The model that most resembles a real car, and one of the most advanced visible on the Green Pavilion at Geneva, is certainly the curved C-ZEN. Started in 2001 and obviously inspired by the beautiful concept M72 presented a year before by Matra at the Paris, the project conducted by a team of Lyon had already been presented at the Paris in 2008 and Geneva in 2009. Almost final version of C-ZEN is today the world premiere in Geneva.
C-ZEN (Zero as harmful emissions) is a heavy motor quadricycle (B1 license at the age of 16 years) with two seats by 3.43 meters long with a mass not exceeding 500 kg (without battery) thanks an all-aluminum frame.