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Ford World: 2008 BMW 135i will sport a 3.0-liter twin-turbo engine
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Wednesday, November 7, 2007. 2008 BMW 135i will sport a 3.0-liter twin-turbo engine. According to the company's press release, the 2008 BMW 135i accelerates from zero to 62 mph in just 5.3 seconds and its top speed is limited electronically at the 155 mph mark. The engine's performance is further increased with the help of air-to-air intercoolers and on-demand engine coolant pumps, "which improve fuel economy and reduce parasitic losses for increased output.". Subscribe to: Post Comments (Atom). Ford sho...
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Ford World: Smart goes Hybrid!
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Wednesday, November 7, 2007. On July 6, smart unveiled a fortwo with a micro hybrid drive (mhd) engine, a combination of an electric motor and a combustion engine, available both in petrol and diesel versions. The hybrid drive concept will reduce diesel consumption by 12%, from 3.3 litres to 2.9 litres per 100 kilometres, making it the most fuel-efficient car on the market. The acceleration time from naught to 100 km/h has been reduced by four seconds compared to the fortwo cdi standard diesel.
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Ford World: Ford Edge by H&R
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Tuesday, November 6, 2007. Ford Edge by H&R. Combining sport utility capability with the driving dynamics of a sports car, H&R Sport Springs lower the Edge 2″ for improved handling and superb ride. H&R Trak Wheel Spacers provide a precision fit H&R stance and dynamic side profile while H&R Triple C Camber Adjustment Bolts keep everything in spec. Freedom of mobility with ease spotlights the Edge as a capable, more practical SUV. The H&R Edge is the ultimate road cruiser that can take you where you wa...
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Ford World: Ford launches Ka-Ligraphy accessories
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Wednesday, November 7, 2007. Ford launches Ka-Ligraphy accessories. Ford Ka owners can now personalise their car thanks to a new range of specially created exterior graphics launched this month.Known as Ka-ligraphy, the vinyl graphics complement the cute curves of the loveable small Ford and come in a variety of different styles. The "Butterfly" artwork, available in five bright colours, include a small butterfly transfer through to bolder graphics for the rear bootlid, roof and wheelarch pair. Ford's Ka...
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Nissan world: Frankfurt Motor Show 2007: Nissan Mixim Concept Super Car
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Wednesday, November 7, 2007. Frankfurt Motor Show 2007: Nissan Mixim Concept Super Car. In addition to the Micra Colour Conceptof Nissan show on Frankfurt Motor Show 2007, Nissanwill display another concept at the 2007 Frankfurt Motor Shownext month called the Nissan Mixim Concept. The Nissan Mixim concept caris a compact vehicle for young drivers who are mostly engaged by their computer and the world via the internet. Sitting on a 2530mm wheelbase, Nissan Mixim Conceptis 3700mm long, 1800mm wide and 140...
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TOYOTA World: Toyota overtook GM in sales last year
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Wednesday, November 7, 2007. Toyota overtook GM in sales last year. Latest findings show thatToyotaactually surpassed General Motorsin the global sales race last year with a lead of roughly 128,000 vehicles. There had been rumors that Toyotahad in fact understated its figures so as to avoid a backlash from American consumers but this latest report goes some way towards disproving the theory. Subscribe to: Post Comments (Atom). Lexus and Toyota Both Fall From Gra. Sport version of the Toyota Auris? 2007 T...
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TOYOTA World: Toyota reveals the Golf R32 killer: The Blade Master G
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Wednesday, November 7, 2007. Toyota reveals the Golf R32 killer: The Blade Master G. Toyota unleashed today the 3.5 liter V6 version of its Blade hatchback in Tokyo. The Blade represents the upspec version of the Auris. It comes in the standard version with a 2.4 liter engine delivering 165 bhp but the 3.5 liter V6 delivers 276 bhp and 254 pound feet of torque. The engine represents a detuned version of the 2GR-FE 3456 cc from the luxurious Lexus IS 350. Labels: Blade Master G. Rent a Toyota Prius Hybrid...
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TOYOTA World: Chevy Tahoe Hybrid: Real American Revolution?
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Wednesday, November 7, 2007. Chevy Tahoe Hybrid: Real American Revolution? I won't call it a freedom-fighter - that takes, minimally, 40 mpg. Nonetheless, I'll call the Chevy Tahoe hybridan incredibly important step in the evolution of the American automobile. I might even call it an American revolution. The Chevy Tahoe hybrid, as well as the Yukon hybrid, will not just be the first dual mode hybrid vehicles, these hybrids vehicles will be Made in America. While Toyota's hybrids, such as thePrius hybrid,...
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Ford World: Ford developing new engine tech with MIT
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Wednesday, November 7, 2007. Ford developing new engine tech with MIT. Ford is testing a new engine that injects small amounts of ethanol into the cylinder during high loads that's said to develop up to three times the torque of a conventional petrol engine. The technology was pioneered by a start-up company at MIT and is just one avenue that Ford is investigating in its quest for more efficient powertrains. Subscribe to: Post Comments (Atom). Ford launches Ka-Ligraphy accessories. Ford Ka II preview.
