2010 Nissan Fairlady Z Roadster

The Japanese automaker Nissan has announced that the new Fairlady Z Roadster is already on sale in the sports car’s home market. Intended to be a convertible from day one, Nissan’s engineers designed the 370Z in a way that the loss of structural rigidity and added weight of a retractable canvas roof would have no effect whatsoever on the drop top Z car’s performance. Their goal was to blend the pure exhilaration and sporting appeal of the Z34 and seamlessly combine it with the excitement of open air driving by offering the same high performance power plant and curvaceous bodylines that make the fixed roof Nissan 370Z such a desirable sports car.

Just like the Fairlady Z Coupe, the new Z Roadster features a shorter wheelbase and an increased track to make the sports car more nimble while at the same time keeping the weight down. The same 3.7 Liter V6 engine that propels the standard vehicle to the tune of 330 HP and 270 lb-ft of torque also powers the Nissan 370Z Roadster. By combining the high performance VQ37VHR with the Z34’s dynamic chassis, Nissan has instilled the 370Z Roadster with remarkably high levels of acceleration and handling, while providing a quiet and comfortable interior even with the top down.

It is a tall order for a design team to build a convertible that looks just as nice with the top up as it does down. In most cases it looks like a vehicle’s designers decided to focus on only one of the drop head’s personalities; either by leaving the car with a bulky looking roofline or like there is just too much junk in the trunk when it is retracted. However thanks to careful planning and some very intuitive foresight, the hamburger logo has been able to once again avoid turning one of their premier sports cars into a cow of a convertible with the Nissan 370Z Roadster.

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The Audi RS5 will be unveiled in Essen on November 28

After perusing through countless spy shots and a brief conversation with a representative from Audi of America we speculated that the four ringed German automaker was hard at work on their next over the top street legal RennSport racecar, and that it was going to be an Audi RS5. The most powerful A5 ever will make its world debut next month at the Essen Motor Show that runs from November 28 thru December 6 in the West German city. Compared to the current top of the line S5, the new RS5 will feature a more aggressive front end complete with larger air intakes an a deeper lip spoiler, wider wheel arches to house the additional rubber and R8 super car style aluminum fuel filler cap. Aside from the standard RS upgrades, the upcoming RS5 will also wear a pair of the brushed metal mirror covers and should be filled with plenty of carbon fiber on the inside.

Under the hood, the Audi RS5 will be powered by a 4.2 Liter FSI V8 engine and will be coupled with a 7 speed S-tronic gearbox. The power plant will be upgraded from previous versions in order to produce a maximum output of 450 HP and will be more than enough to send the RS5 sprinting from 0 to 60 MPH in around 4.5 seconds. By combining the upgraded FSI engine with Audi’s patented Quattro all wheel drive technology the German automaker is about to release a very stylish high performance vehicle into the market that will easily compete with the likes of BMW’s boy racer M3 and even an AMG powered C63 from Mercedes Benz. So now that we know the RS5 is official, we can’t wait until Essen to see the finished product.

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McLaren LM5 Concept by Matt Wlliams

A few months ago, McLaren revealed that they were in the process of producing three vehicles in the coming future, one of which would be the likely successor of the McLaren F1. We all know that one of the three cars on tap to go on sale is the soon-to-be-released MP4-12C, leaving us with two more vehicles to speculate on. So, with speculation comes imagination, and for those with the skills to render a visual interpretation of a car, their imaginations are naturally shot to overdrive.

Coventry University graduate Matt Williams put is to good use when he created his interpretation of what the F1’s successor would look like. Calling it the McLaren LM5, Williams took elements from the original supercar including the unique three-seat layout with the driver seat on the center and the two other seats on both sides. To add more space to the interior, as well as reduce the overall weight of the car, Williams designed all three seats to be slim-as-can-be and in an apparent homage to McLaren’s rich F1 history, Williams also did away with standard seat belts and opted to use racing-style four-point harnesses for all three seats.

As far as the car’s engine is concerned, Williams decided to import an engine from BMW for his creation. Instead of a McLaren-developed powerplant, the young designer opted to use a BMW M5/M6 V10 engine that produces as much as 700 horsepower, giving justice to a car of McLaren’s stature.

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Ferrari 458 Italia Tifosi rendered

Ferrari’s latest mid engine sports car was unveiled only a few weeks ago in Frankfurt and the renderings of modified 458 Italias haven’t stopped popping up. Ranging from an aftermarket inspired 458 by the Japanese design house ASI to a racing version and from an Italia spider to a police edition. However the latest of these digital drawings is more representative of something that the exotic Italian automaker will actually be producing sometime in the near future. The rendering was done by DJ at Teamspeed and gives us an official look at what a future factory tuned 458 Italia could look like.

Despite Ferrari CEO Amedeo Felisa dispelling any rumors about a Scuderia or Challenge Stradale version of their latest sports car, we can all dream about what it would be like to get behind the wheel of a hot rod 458 Italia. The car would weigh less, have more power and unthinkable as it maybe even sexier. Now there is no chance of seeing a super tuned 458 in the next year or so, Ferrari will most likely let the Italia’s steam run out before they invested heavily in a new high performance product that will revitalize the line. So when it does come to fruition, expect for the used 458 Italia market to be in full swing. The last unknown about a factory tuned 458 is exactly what the automaker would call it, rumors are flying around that in honor of the Scuderia’s die hard Formula One fans, it could be called Tifosi.

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Marussa releases CG renderings of the B2

We’ve made enough fun of Marrusia’s car-naming decisions – B1 and B2, ladies and gentlemen! – but then again, we have to give props where props are due.

Judging from the spy shots we’ve gathered, the second Russian supercar after the B1 looks as good as advertised. Thanks to its 3.5-liter Cosworth V6 engine, the B2 can churn out as much as 420 horsepower. As far as how it looks, it’s kind of hard for us not to think about the Ferrari Enzo when looking at this Russian powerhouse, and if you’re keeping score, that’s a very good thing.

Nevertheless, if there are still people who are skeptical about the car, the Russian carmakers have released a number of computer-generated renderings of the B2. If you’re still cynical about the B2, then these renderings should make a believer out of you

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Ford Fiesta Titanium Individual

In celebration of Ford’s newfound success with the compact Fiesta hatchback in Europe, moving over 100,000 models in its first year of production, the blue oval is adding another version of the fun to drive city car to the Fiesta’s lineup. In addition to the well appointed Studio, Edge, ECOnetic, Zetec, Titanium and Zetec S models; Ford is also making the diminutive Fiesta available as a Titanium Individual model.

The new top of the line Fiesta Titanium Individual will be made available in six different exterior colors and a very special red leather appointment for the interior. The Fiesta Titanium Individual rides on a set of stylish 16 inch seven spoke alloy wheels that take the Fiesta’s exterior to sporty new heights. Including all of the amenities of the Titanium model like Bluetooth wireless connectivity and a USB port for MP3 players and other devices, the Individual model offers all of the lavishness of the high end hatchback at a saving of about £100. Marketing Director for Ford of Britain, Mark Simpson said that "we have sold more than 100,000 Fiestas in its first year and we know our customers like to personalise their Fiestas. The new line up with the fabulous Individual special edition will help them achieve this." Now if they could only start selling them in the U.S. as well.

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Skoda Superb Estate

Here we have the first teaser picture of the eagerly anticipated Skoda Superb Estate. The image below is the first official teaser image of the estate and follows on from the 2008 innovative saloon model. Due to the teaser image, it’s difficult to confirm exterior details, however we know that the Superb will be available with a choice of three engine, including diesel and petrol engines, and you can also expect a 3.6 litre V6 VRS model.

The Superb estate will have its first official debut and the Frankfurt motor show in Germany this September, so we’ll be able to provide more details on the promising estate in due course. Prices are still to be confirmed, however to can expect to purchase the base model for around £16,500.

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Hyundai IX Metro

The Korean automotive company, who have struggled through the recession, are to make a comeback by re-creating the popular British Metro as a Hyundai. This new and exciting development will be unveiled at the Frankfurt Motor show in Germany this month, however Hyundai have released several pictures of the vehicle as a ‘sneak peak’ before it’s officially unveiled. The Hyundai IX-Metro is classed as a CUV (City Utility Vehicle) and is powered by a 1.0 litre three cylinder engine which doesn’t sound like much, however it uses direct injection, a turbo and a torque boost from the cars battery to deliver an impressive 123 BHP for such a small engine. As you’d expect emissions are low, just 80g of CO2 per km.

From a looks perspective, the 20 inch alloys give the small car a larger than usual look, and to make the vehicle as space efficient as possible, there is no B pillar, therefore giving the largest opening into the cabin, whilst the rear doors slide back for efficient and easy access.

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Mercedes SLS Pics Leaked

Despite the Frankfurt Motor Show only being just six days away, pictures of Mercedes latest vehicle, the SLS have been leaked on to the Internet. Below of the first official shots of the SLS, which has taken its inspiration from the Mercedes 300SL Gullwing, an iconic fifties car. This car performance wise has been designed to fill the void between the McLaren SLR and the SLS AMG, costing considerably less than the SLR, but more than the SLS AMG.

From a design perspective, it features Gullwing style doors which are hinged at the roof, a low roof and a huge front, it actually looks similar to a Dodge Viper! Under the bonnet, you’ll find a Mercedes AMG 6.3 litre monster v8 engine, which produces 555 BHP and can accelerate from 0 to 60 MPH in just 3.7 seconds and features a top speed of just under 200 MPH, luckily carbon ceramic brakes will be an optional extra, but in all honesty I think they should be fitted as standard.

Price wise, the SLS will start from around £130,000. And will be available next summer from various Mercedes dealerships.

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New Audi R8 Spyder

We have a treat for our great readers, deem the best looking Audi ever produced; here we have the first pictures on the new Audi R7 Spyder! Below are the pictures of this astonishing car, leaked onto the Internet a week before the vehicle was to be unveiled at the Frankfurt Motor Show in Germany this month.

Audi will most likely officially real more details regarding the R8 Spyder at the Frankfurt Motor show, however we do expect the Spyder to feature the popular 5.2 litre V10 engine, which produces approximately 520 BHP. As with most Audi’s, it will feature four wheel drive for better traction and several types of gearbox such as a six speed manual for real drivers.

Currently,there are no picture showing the roof of the car, we do know that it will be an electrically operated fabric roof, however unlike most roofs which are stored in the boot, this will be stored in the rear deck in front of the engine (like the Gallardo Spyder)! Personally I would have preferred an electric hard top roof for my £120,000, but that’s just me, from a visual perspective, the lack of side blades is noticable and the addition of twin vented flying buttresses.

The Audi R8 Spyder is to go on sale in the spring of 2010, for £120,000.

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Frankfurt 2009: Bring us the 2010 Opel Insignia OPC Sports Tourer

2010 Opel Insignia OPC Sports Tourer - Click above for high-res image gallery

Remember this? "More wagons! More wagons!" Well, here's another. Meet the Opel Insignia OPC Sports Tourer. Salient facts: 325-horsepower turbocharged 2.8-liter V6, AWD, six-speed manual, eLSD torque vectoring and it's a station wagon. Oh, and get this -- it's built from off the shelf GM parts. Serious.

For instance, that fancy-pants eLSD torque vectoring system comes from the Saab Turbo X. All the rest of the pieces are General Motors parts bin. Ready for the best part? You can't have it! Ha ha ha. Of course neither could we. Would we totally rock a slightly larger, good looking EVO X-ish station wagon? Hell to the yeah. Which part is the good GM again?

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Rumormill: High-performance Buick Regal GS may be coming

Opel Insignia OPC (with a Buick grille photoshopped on for fun) – Click above for high-res image gallery

Earlier this week General Motors showed its dealers the new Regal and confirmed that the name and car would be coming back to Buick's lineup soon. GM Inside News has been keeping close tabs on what the dealers are being told, which reportedly includes that two four-cylinder engines will be available at launch, the base a 2.4-liter direct injected engine producing 180 horsepower and up-level turbocharged and direct injected 2.0-liter producing about 220 hp.

The most interesting tid bit of info reportedly told to dealers is that the new Regal will also eventually have a sport model. Rumored to be named the GS, the sport model would reportedly feature the same direct injected 3.6-liter V6 as the LaCrosse. It will also reportedly include 19-inch wheels, Brembo brakes and be available with all-wheel drive like the rest of the Regal lineup. Unlike those other Regals, however, the GS may also be offered with a six-speed manual transmission.

Based on the Euro-market Opel Insignia, the new Regal GS will have a nice precedent already in the Insignia OPC. The OPC features a turbocharged 2.8-liter V6 producing 325 hp, a six-speed manual transmission and a Haldex-based all-wheel-drive system borrowed from the Saab Turbo X. In fact, the Opel Insignia OPC Sport Tourer (wagon) unveiled at the Frankfurt Motor Show this past September was one of the most lust-worthy production cars we came across.

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Chevrolet Cruze Sedan Launched in India

General Motors India launched the Chevrolet Cruze at a glittering ceremony in New Delhi. The all-new sedan with coupe-like design proportions, comfortable interiors and class leading features will be on sale from today. Chevrolet Cruze will be offered in two variants - LT & LTZ in six exciting colors of manual transmission.

"Chevrolet has become a driving force in India's vehicle market," said Mr. Karl Slym, President and Managing Director, GM India. "The Cruze has been receiving rave reviews since its recent debut in some other markets. The auto Journalists in India who had test driven the vehicle for their technical auto magazines and previews on TV channels have rated it as the best in its segment for its unique product attributes. It builds on the reputation of the brand for attractive design, great performance and outstanding fuel economy in the D-segment. We expect it to perform well against established D-segment players", he further added.

The Chevrolet Cruze is the result of a development process that fully harnessed General Motors' expertise. It is the first of a new family of global products from GM that delivers world class quality. It is also one of the key drivers of the global expansion of Chevrolet. Following its market introduction recently, the Chevrolet Cruze is being rolled out in many countries around the globe. It is backed by the highest scores in major crash safety ratings. The Chevrolet Cruze received the maximum five-star China New Car Assessment Program (CNCAP) rating, while its sibling, the Holden Cruze, received the maximum five-star Australasian New Car Assessment Program (ANCAP) rating, which is the highest score for any vehicles in its segment.

"The Cruze is all about value, refinement and power-packed diesel performance combined with an array of unique features. When you add it all up, the Cruze offers everything any discerning Indian car buyer could want in a Sedan at a price point that represents uncontestable value for money. This is a vehicle that we expect to be an instant hit!" Mr. Slym further stated.

He also added "GM's investment in manufacturing the Cruze in India is a demonstration of our sustained commitment to making Chevrolet the most admired and preferred vehicle brand in this country. We believe this vehicle is the right product for India because of the unique product features and fine tuning that were carried out to meet the requirements of our consumer, climatic and driving conditions. As a result, we expect the Chevrolet Cruze to set new benchmarks in its segment. By introducing products like Cruze with class leading features, we look forward to continue building on the brand's success nationwide."

To enhance the customer experience, we have further expanded our network. As on today,General Motors India has 195 sales points and 198 authorised service outlets across the country. We intend to take it to 250 sales points and an equal number of authorized service outlets by the close of this financial year. In addition, we have also set up 4 parts distribution centres at Talegaon, Halol, Chennai and Delhi to ensure easy availability of parts.

The unveiling of the Chevrolet Cruze follows GM India's launches of Chevrolet Captiva AT andChevrolet Spark LPG this year.

Source: General Motors India

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BMW X6 - First Sports Activity Coupe Launched in Jaipur

The BMW X6, which is cited as the world's first sports activity coupe is now launched in Jaipur. This event took place as BMW simultaneously launched its 16th dealership - Sanghi Motors in the country.

A press release issued by the company states that the newly launched coupe was largely inspired by the elegance possessed by a large BMW coupe and the powerful stature and flexibility of a sporting vehicle. According to Peter Kronshab, president BMW India, the BMW X6 displays a very high degree of incomparability in all situations despite the varied road and surface conditions it encounters.

The vehicle is all geared up for top performance having been equipped with BMW performance dynamics control. This model surpasses all previous limits especially driving dynamics with the amalgamation of the best features of two superior BMW models.

The BMW X6 will most likely be available in two variants - the first will be the petrol version X6 xDrive 50i and the diesel version xDrive 30d (diesel). These will be available as completely built units (CBUs).

The ex-showroom prices of BMW X6 variants will be Rs 82,90,000 for the BMW X6 xDrive50i and Rs. 65,90,000 for the BMW X6 xDrive 30d. These prices do not include charges like RTO Registration, taxes, insurance, handling charges, octroi, entry tax and others. However, these prices are inclusive of 12.5 percent VAT.

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Comparison 100cc Bikes

omparison between the 100cc bikes on Indian automobile industry.If you are looking for an economy bike here you can compare different 100cc bikes like Bajaj,Hero Honda,TVS etc.

Comparison of 100cc Bike Models

	Engine Capacity	Weight	Dimension (LxWxH) (In mm)	Price Range ( Approx. )	Fuel Tank	Max. Power	Special Features
Bajaj Platina	99.27 cc	113 kg	1990 x 770 x 1090	Rs. 35,000	13 Litre	8.2bhp @ 7500 rpm	Exclusive streak design.
Bajaj Sonic DTSi	100 cc	-	-	Rs. 35,000-40,000	-	-	Robust looks and cool style
Hero Honda CD-Dawn	97.2 cc	108 kg	1980 x 720 x 1045	Rs. 32,000	10.5 Litre	7.4 PS @t 8000 rpm	Fuel efficiency, economy and rock-solid dependability
Hero Honda CD Deluxe	97.2 cc	108 kg	1970 x 720 x 1045	Rs. 32,012	10.5 Litre	7.4 PS @t 8000 rpm	Stylish looks through number of coloroptions and better fuel efficiency.
Hero Honda Passion Plus	97.2 cc	116 kg	1980 x 720 x 1060	Rs. 43,250	12.8 Litre	7.5 PS a@ 8000 rpm	All new impressive design with host of safety features.
Hero Honda Splendor	97.2 cc	100.3kg	1950 x 740 x 1040	Rs 40,650	10.5 litres	7.1 bhp @ 8500 rpm	A specialised bike for office goers having impressive styling and design.
TVS Centra	99.8 cc	109 kg	1235 mm Wheelbase	Rs. 34,900-38,000.	11 Litres	7.5 bhp @t 7250 rpm	Launched with the latest VTI (Variable Timing Intelligent) engine technology.
Yamaha Alba	99.8 cc	123 kg	1300 mm Wheelbase	Rs 38,500	13 Litres	7.6 bhp @t 7500 rpm	Unique blend of style and steadiness.
Yamaha Crux	105.6 cc	105.5 kg	1997 x 735 x 1055	Rs 38,000	11 Liters	7.6 bhp @t 7500 rpm	Comfortable riding and ease of handling.
Yamaha Libero G5	106 cc	119 kg	2000 x 730 x 1050	Rs 40,000	13 Litres	7.6 PS @ 7500 RPM	Great combination of Yamaha technology and innovative design
Xenitis Rock	97.2 cc	87 kg	1930 x 740 x 800	Rs 20,000	10 Litres	6.7 Bhp at 8500 rpm	Lowered price tag with promise of best in class fuel efficiency.

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