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Wednesday, January 13, 2010

The Sexiest Audi e-tron


 Audi is serious about EVs. Over the last four months, the four-ringed automaker has put out three (well, really 2.5) electric vehicle concepts: the first e-tron in Frankfurt, a repainted, slightly modified version in LA, and now this, the third e-tron – easily the best iteration to date.

Slightly shorter yet just as wide as its predecessors, the Motown e-tron is a refined version of the concepts that came before it, with two electric motors driving the rear wheels and putting out a total of 204 horsepower and 1,955 pound-feet of torque (through some creative mathematics).

Comprised of an aluminum spaceframe coupled with a smattering of carbon fiber bodywork, the e-tron tips the scales at 2,976 pounds – split 40:60 and 550 pounds less than the previous concepts. With its reduced weight, more refined packaging and reworked drivetrain, the e-tron hits 60 mph in 5.9 seconds and – more tellingly – dispatches the run from 37 to 75 in 5.1 seconds. Audi claims the e-tron can run on a single charge for 155 miles after topping up from a 230-volt socket for 11 hours.

Along with a reworked interior, a new heat pump is employed to boost efficiency and adaptive headlamps modify their brightness and direction based on weather and steering input.

Audi restated that a production version of the e-tron will go on sale in late 2012, and this most recent concept is a clearer indication of what we'll see on the road in two year's time. Not only that, but Audi insists that the name "e-tron" will be a brand within the brand – like Quattro is today – and that means more e-tron-equipped models are most definitely in our future. Make the jump for all the details.

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GMC Granite

Feast your eyes on the  GMC Granite concept. We have to wonder if this car was originally designed to slot into Pontiac lineup before that brand was axed, as it doesn't really seem to fit into the Professional Grade image that GMC has used as a tagline for ages. Or, it could be that General Motors really is considering expanding its GMC brand a few notches down in size.

Whatever the case, we think the Granite is a pretty neat little addition to the burgeoning boxy-but-good small car market here in the States as currently defined by the Scion xB, Kia Soul and Nissan Cube. Unlike those production machines, though, the Granite is a bit tougher in execution, kinda-sorta like the Ford Synus concept from the 2005 edition of the Detroit Auto Show.

Take a tour of the Granite via our high-res image gallery below and feel free to make the jump to view the full press release. We also have video of the live reveal of the GMC Granite concept after the jump.

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Bugatti Renaissance Concept Design


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Monday, January 11, 2010

VolksWagen Polo

The biggest car maker in the world has launched the VW Polo in India. It was Shown at the 10 Auto Expo at Delhi. the car is positioned in the premium-hatchback segment.
To be a competitor to Maruti’s Swift, Hyundai’s Getz, Tata Motor’s Indica, Skoda Fabia and Honda Jazz.


Polo had got very much length and width when compared to the other hatchback cars. It has got a length of 3952mm and a width of 1682mm. Also it has got a boot space of 280ltrs. and when the backseats are pulled up enough space will be there for the luggages to hold, which is good for a hatchback.
The VW Polo is equipped with a 3-cylinder 1.2 litre TDI engine and the 1.2-litre and 1.4 litre TSI petrol engine.
The estimated price of VW Polo will be around Rs 4.5- 6 lakh.
Features and Specifications of VolksWagen Polo

* New TDI and TSI engines
* 7-speed dual clutch transmission
* power range from 44 kW/60 Bhp to 77 kW/105 Bhp according to the engine
* 4 varities of engines
* Standard ESP electronic stabilization program with Hill Hold Control
* most fuel efficient and lowest emitting five-seater diesel in the world
* 5-star EuroNCAP rating
* For better dynamics and higher efficiency body weight reduced by 7.5 percent
* Head airbag and side curtain airbags systems for front and rear passengers
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Friday, December 25, 2009

Merry Christmas


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Wednesday, December 23, 2009

Mercedes Benz C Class

Mercedes Benz is one of the leaders in making luxury cars in te world. This company need no introduction.
Mercedes Benz has launched the C class way back in 2008 to compete with BMW 3 series.
The design of the car is completely new. The front end of the car is very sporty. The head lamp cluster is very mean. It gives a look of meaner. It has a large grill with a big 3 spoke logo of the Mercedes. While the rear of the car give it a very simple but an elegant look to the car.



Now it has become a status. This car is available in 2 models i.e C300 and C350. Both are available in Sports and Luxury.
Mercedes C300 is powered by a 3.0l gas V6 engine giving it a power of about 228 HP at 6000rpm and a torque of about 211 pound feet at 2700 -5000rpm.The C300 Sport can be ordered with a six-speed manual transmission or a seven-speed automatic.
Where as the Mercedes C350 is powered by a 3.5l gas V6 engine giving a power of about 268 HP at 6000rpm and a torque of about 258 pound feet at 2400-5000 rpm.

Some of the other features are:

1.Agility Control system, which offers shock absorber that adjust to the driving situation
2.Instrumentation -inc: fuel & coolant temp gauge, clock, tachometer
3.Multi-function display in instrument cluster -inc: trip computer, exterior temp gauge, oil level
4.Mercedes-Benz Maintenance System display
5.Pwr windows w/1-touch up/down
6.Cruise coEngine immobilizer
7.Dual illuminated visor vanity mirror
8.Night security illumination


Estimated fuel economy of the car is about 18 in city and 26 on highways.

The pricing between is between $32000 to $41000.

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Monday, December 21, 2009

Skoda Yeti

Skoda a VW Company. is expecting to bring its SUV i.e The Skoda Yeti to India.
This ia 5 door car witha imprerssive stylling. This car will face competition from cars like the Honda CR-V, Suzuki Grand Vitara, Hyundai Tucson, Chev Captiva, and also from Mitsubishi Outlander.




It is 4.2 m long SUV. ITs styling is quite unique.
Its headlamp specially has a very different look. it is also having a ribbed grille.
This car will be available in 2 variants i.e. the 1.2 l petrol which will giving it a power of about 105 BHP and 2.0 l desiel engine giving a power of about 110 BHp. Also this car is available in 4X4 drive option.
This car has an impressive boot space also. It boot space is flexible and it is upto 1760l by removing the rear seats.

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Friday, October 30, 2009

The all new Tata Indigo Manza

Tata's much awaited indiga MAnza has finally out now. This is the updated version of the Tata indigo. The Manza shares its design with the Indica Vista.
This car adds up to competition to the entry level sedans, as the space offered in this car is , and to the new looks with definitely give a tough competition to its oponents and also the space is more and the pice is of this car is less as compared to its follow opponents.
The Manza has its battle witha the cars like Honda City, Fiat Linea, Ford Fiesta, Hyundai Verna, Chevrolet Aveo, Maruti Suzuki Dzire.



The Manza is a sleeky dtyled and a weel built carand whos presence can be felt right up there. It ios just like a Indica Vista with a boot.
To talk about the engine of the car. Tata is famous for its desiel engine. It has a 1.3 l 16 valve DOHC four cylinder engine. It is giving a power of about 90 Ps and 200Nm torque. Well the car has a top speed of about 165 km/h witha 5 speed manual transmission.
. It has a fuel efficiency of about 14 km/h.
The cabin space of the Indigo Manza is abundantly huge and spacious.Move on over to the rear seats and you have optimum rear seat comfort for a car in its class with abundant head, elbow and leg room.The seat back angle and the H-points are areas has made the difference which provide great occupant comfort.The chunky four-spoke steering wheel has large horn pad and features audio controls on the top horizontal spokes.
With all these features in this car and priceing of this car is very nominal. It is priced between 4.93 lakhs-6.75 Lakhs.

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Saturday, October 17, 2009

Happy Diwali


Friday, October 16, 2009

MARUSSIA – Russian for sports car


A cool looking sports car from Moscow wasn’t something I expected to see at the recent Frankfurt Motor Show.
Its not that the Russians don’t build cars, they do: Lada, Moskavitz, UAZ and Gaz are all Russian marques, but they just don’t build sports cars, until now.
MARRUSIA is a mid-engine sports car powered by a 3.5-litre V6, which produces 182 kW (245 bhp) and 330 Nm of torque at 3600 rpm.
Thankfully, it will be rear wheel drive with a 5-speed automatic transmission.
It’s very light at 1100 kilograms, so I I’m not surprised at the performance claims of 250km/h and 0-100km/h, in 5 seconds flat.
The fuel tank will hold 80 litres and is listed as FIA homologated and recommends “super” as the preferred fuel type.
Wheels are 20-inch alloys with a central nut fit, and are shod with 245/35 up front and 285/35 at the rear.





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