In the first half of 2010 Toyota scheduled the release of several models in Europe. But in response to recent events, Toyota postponed the release if not fully satisfied with the quality and level of security. The list of these models include Auris, HSD Auris and RAV4 - they will be subjected to strict quality control. New stricter rules for quality control were introduced because of recent reviews (jamming the gas pedal). In an interview with The Sunday Telegraph, Tadashi Arashima,... more

Towards a new sports hybrid CR-Z Honda Motor Co company constantly encountered any obstacles. Engineers did not consider it unique, and American leadership, it did not like it. There were serious doubts about the fact that the wedge-shaped double hatchback CR-Z ever will. In 2004, when Norio Tomobe was appointed chief engineer of the project, the car was "clean sheet". Originally a "working version" was equipped with a traditional gasoline engine, but soon Tomobe realized that you need... more

In honor of the 20 th anniversary of the U.S. market Infiniti launches three special editions G37 coupe, sedans and convertibles. Each model will be a limited edition of 200 copies. All cars are a series of 20th Anniversary Edition will lounge with maple trim and exterior color, gray graphite, as well as upgrade kits Premium and Navigation. For the coupe and sedan will be available seats with optional heating and cooling, summer tires, darkened grille, new side sills and a new panel... more

According to recent reports, is currently working on a small Audi A2, which will occupy a niche between the A3 and the A1 small car. The latter was presented last week in Geneva. "Definitely between A3 and A1 is empty niche," said CEO of Audi, Rupert Stadler. Michael Dick, Member of the Board of Audi, in charge of technology, added that the desire to add electric version of the Audi will affect the next generation of A2. And although the release date of the car was not reported, the... more

It's been 80 years since Battista "Pinin" Farina founded the now legendary karossbyggarföretaget in Turin. While completing the company's most partner Alfa Romeo one hundred evenly. Of course, Pininfarina offers a gift that really did not need any wrapping paper: the extremely fine line roadster "2uettotanta" (pronounced with a D at the beginning). Pininfarina has designed and built many beautiful cars for Alfa over the years, and was the Duetto, which is also called only Spider, from... more

Automobile factory Ford (Vsevolozhsk, Leningrad region) intends to start producing a model Focus lightweight configuration in the pilot program for recycling of cars. Told journalists Sales Director for dealer center "Alarm-Motors, Ford, Michael Shevel'kov. According to him, between the dealer and the manufacturer agreed to produce and sale of "light" models. M. Shevel'kov also reported that the production car will be limited and the limited scope of the program. The cost of cars will... more

Deputy Chairman of the Duma Security Committee Gennady Gudkov advocates complete abolition of flashing beacons on vehicles, or "migalok. "Russia should completely abandon the" migalok "- he said at the Internet conference organized by RBC. According to the deputy," flashers "should leave only for machines with tsvetograficheskimi schemes to the narrow circle of the first people of the country, as well as several" migalok " for services they support.

"Flashing lights" - is... more

Shooting brake is in the British tradition of a sport coupe with extensive rear with a large gap to accommodate jaktutensilier or golf bags. Just the flavor is not included in the Nobel brand Bentley model range from the factory, although the demand exists. But now they have to feel just a Bentley Shooting Brake chance to see and feel on a - it is at the Geneva Salon.
It's classic Italian body-builders Carrozzeria Touring Superleggera in Milan as the Bentley Continental GTC which was... more

Auto Tuner Mansory presented its program updates for the new Rolls-Royce Ghost. Swiss studio developed as a Styling package and Perfomance. Obviously, the company firmly believes in the theory of "the pretentious, the better". Mansory offer car touts the catch of blue-gold color scheme, which is complemented by the powerful 22-inch alloy wheels with the same gold trim, an updated front bumper with optional LED headlights and side vents , side skirts, spoiler on the trunk, new rear bumper... more

Engineers in conjunction with the Italian Institute I.DE.A. created a new concept specifically for the Geneva Motor Show.

Four doors Sofia is based on "bezdvernogo" concept convertible Era, which was presented at the same show last year. When viewed from above, then the form Sofia resembles an hourglass, with pronounced front and rear. Sofia is a shining example of sportiness and elegance. Curves are elegant, flowing lines, glamorous shape resembles a woman's figure.

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This year the exhibition there is so much "green" cars like never before.
One of the most prominent is the EMAS, line of cars with low emissions, developed by Italdesign Giugiaro and the Malaysian manufacturer Proton. This line will produce a real revolution. Giorgetto Giugiaro, chairman of Italdesign Giugiaro, said that this family will deliver in various configurations. The only thing they have in common is the fact that they offer passengers the inner space medium vehicles in the... more

Toyota introduced at the Geneva autoexhibition new Auris HSD, a hybrid hatchback designed for the UK.

The new Auris is shaking minds - being endowed vysokproizvoditelnym 2.0-liter. diesel engine, it throws all 89g/km. With regard to the gasoline version, the car received a 1.8-liter. engine, 60kW electric motor and nickel metal hydride battery power 27kVt.ch.

The total capacity of the vehicle reaches 134hp In electric mode Auris HSD 2010 can travel at a speed of 48 km... more

At the exhibition of information technologies CeBIT, held in Hanover from the 2 nd to 6 th March, Volkswagen clearly show how the European system of emergency communications eCall.

The concept of system is that if the car gets into an accident, the system automatically calls 112 (single European emergency number) and reports the coordinates of the nearest emergency service. The system is also equipped with a voice call, allowing operators to talk to passengers and assess the... more

Tomorrow in Geneva Fisker will present an innovative aluminum chassis with space frame, which have provided an impressive sedan Karma.

According to the manufacturer, the new chassis is designed to make the Karma one of the best in the world of cars. The chassis should set new standards for rigidity, durability and safety. Despite the fact that Karma large four-door sedan (4996mm x 1984mm), to manage them will be as simple as a coupe.

Power car - 403l.s., up to 100 km /... more

General Motors stated that their sales worldwide fell by 10.8 percent in 2008, thus ending their 77-year hegemony in the global automotive market.
Company GM sold 8.36 million vehicles last year, while Totyota Motor Corp. reported 8.97 million vehicles sold. Thus GM lagged behind by about 616,000 vehicles.
Fritz Henderson, said yesterday that the preservation of the title he did not much matter.
"The main thing is that GM successful," he told reporters. "The financial... more

Toyota Motor Corp. plans to continue selling the current version of its hybrid Prius, along with the third generation, which will debut this year. The company's strategy will be to reduce the price of the old Prius, so that he could go nose to nose with the new low-cost hybrid Insight from Honda.
This is the best evidence that Toyota sees Honda Motor Co. its rival. But Toyota still is risking much by displaying against a new rival 5-year model. Toyota declined to comment on this... more

Revised AC Mk VI, which will be presented at the upcoming motor show in Geneva, is based on the concept AC Cobra using the latest technology.

Manufacture of motor vehicles involved in AC Cars Germany - a joint venture AC Cars and Gullwing GmbH at the new plant AU Heida, Saxony. AC Mk VI shares the 6.2-liter V8 from the Corvette, the power unit is 432l.s. for GT and 638l.s. for GTS.

In addition, the car received a revised six-speed manual transmission, limited slip... more

TechArt is proud to present his creation in Geneva Concept One - program aprgreyda for Porsche Panamera, which will not allow the car "lost in the crowd."

TechArt Panamera was presented in Frankfurt in 2009. The car was the front bumper with integrated air intakes, LED fluorescent lights, parking lights and turn signals, and new fenders and side skirts, which are perfectly integrated with the wheel arches, height adjustable rear spoiler, which is combined with a diffuser and... more

Revised AC Mk VI, which will be presented at the upcoming motor show in Geneva, is based on the concept AC Cobra using the latest technology.
Manufacture of motor vehicles involved in AC Cars Germany - a joint venture AC Cars and Gullwing GmbH at the new plant AU Heida, Saxony. AC Mk VI shares the 6.2-liter V8 from the Corvette, the power unit is 432l.s. for GT and 638l.s. for GTS.
In addition, the car received a revised six-speed manual transmission, limited slip... more