Peugeot 207 CC and 308 CC Roland Garros Special Edition launched
May 17th, 2012 | Comment nowPeugeot has timed a meticulous marketing strategy for the introduction of the special edition 207 and 208 Coupe Cabriolets. Targeting tennis fans, Peugeot launches the Roland Garros Edition of the two models, just before the upcoming event – The [...]
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Peugeot 207 CC and 308 CC Roland Garros Special Edition launched
Article by Raza Ahmed
Peugeot has timed a meticulous marketing strategy for the introduction of the special edition 207 and 208 Coupe Cabriolets. Targeting tennis fans, Peugeot launches the Roland Garros Edition of the two models, just before the upcoming event – The French Open.
Both the coupe cabriolets, like the French Open tournament, are named after the legendary French pilot Roland Garros, and are offered in either Onyx black or Bianca white color schemes.
Speaking of the 207 cc Roland Garros, it features 17-inch alloys, leather upholstery, aluminum door sills, dual-zone climate control, automatic headlights, self-dimming interior mirror, cruise control with speed limiter, rear parking sensors, tinted rear windows, electrically operated folding door mirrors, Bluetooth connectivity and Roland Garros-branded windstop and foot mats.
Power for the 207 is drawn from a 1.6-litre VTi 120 petrol or a 1.6-litre HDi 112 diesel engine. Whereas the 308 has a wider output range with the 1.6-litre THP petrol, pumping 156 hp or 200 hp. There is also a top-end 2.0-litre HDi diesel with 163 hp output.
As a part of the Roland Garros special edition product, the 308 features Luxury Blue/ Grey leather seats, 18-inch [...]
Porsche releases images of its greenest meanest supercar: 918 Spyder
Article by Raza Ahmed
Porsche’s next supercar has been spotted recently wearing skin, signifying an official launch around the corner. Interestingly, the German automaker has now officially released the images of the 918 Spyder supercar, and with it announced an official launch in 2013.
With the release of the images, Porsche also announced the beginning of test for the prototype, while production begins September 2013. Translating from the images, the Posrche 918 Spyder wears liveries of the iconic Porsche 917 racecars, and is seen here with full bodywork of limited production model. Speaking of which, there will be only 918 cars produced, while deliveries begin towards 2013 end.
While the Posrche 918 Spyder hints the beginning of a new stage of development for the plug-in hybrid supercar, the technology seen in the Spyder will eventually trickle down to the mainstream production models.
This clean, green, mean machine by Porsche will be produced in left-hand-drive version only. For Australia, the car will be offered at $1.5 million with the opportunity to drive only on tracks.
At the heart of this powerful hybrid machine is a complex network of hardware and hybrid powertrain. It works on two [...]
BMW 1-Series three-door revealed
Article by Raza Ahmed
BMW showcased the M135i at the 2012 Geneva Motor Show a few weeks back, and it was the first time we got the glimpse of what the three-door version would look like. The German automaker has finally revealed the three-door version of its latest-generation 1-Series hatch.
Though it is present in the European market for over a year now, the new 1-Series is no expecting a US debut anytime soon. However, you can expect a coupe and cabriole version to roll in soon, and in the states it will carry the badge as 2-Series.
For the new 1-Series, BMW has given a host of petrol and diesel engine options, including the glorious turbocharged 3.0-liter six-cylinder motor in the top-of-the-range BMW M Performance model, christened M135i that debuted at Geneva.
While the entire lineup of M Performance model features diesel power plant, the new M135i is the first of the performance models to carry a petrol motor. Similar to the five-door version, the new three-door has something for everyone. The BMW M135i M Performance comes with race-tuned, stiffer suspension, aerodynamic body-kit, 18-inch alloys and upgraded brakes.
Pop-up the hood, and you’ll find a host of engine options from 100 bhp 114i, 134 [...]
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Toyota To Reveal New Hybrid, Compact Models In China
Asia’s largest automobile manufacturing company, Toyota Motor Corporation will begin marketing a new compact vehicle in China in 2013 for boosting its presence in the largest vehicle market of the world. Mr. Akio Toyoda, President at Toyota stated [...]
Diesel And Hybrid Sales Up For 2012
When gas prices increase, sales follow particularly sales of hybrid and diesel vehicles. Sales of diesel cars have increased by 35% in the first quarter of this year, as per the data accumulated by Baum and Associates and www.hybridcars.com. On the other [...]
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Volkswagen Passat gets R-Line package
Article by Raza Ahmed
There is no matching the Germans when it comes to automotive skills. And the big daddy of them all is Volkswagen, owner of several automotive maruqes including Audi, Lamborghini, Bentley, etc. While the Mercs have AMG, BMW has M, Audi has RS, the local giant VW has the spectacular R-Line. With the R-Line featuring on the new Volkswagen Passat, the results are of volcanic proportions.
Unlike the Mercs’ AMG division, the R-Line does not offer an uptuned engine and blitzing performance. Rather, it is a more subtle upgrade with revised sportier looks and tuned suspension. Available across both sedan and estate vehicle, the R-Line package can be recognized with its new front bumper and larger air dams. More profoundly, the R-Line logo on the front grille graces the entire persona and there are new distinguished fog lamps.
Moving on to the rear, the Volkswagen Passat R-Line features new diffusers, coated with glossy black. Adding to the sporty appeal of the R-Line is the new and stylish roof spoiler. Some of the obvious bits include the 17-inch Mallory alloys, while the buyer also gets an option of 18-inch alloys. Appearing as sports model, the R-Line rides 15 mm lower than the standard [...]
