Axial Racing XR10 crawler
Axial Racing have released details on their latest crawler kit, the XR10. This sick looking ‘no-compromise’ competition ready kit features all new front and rear strong durable composite plastic, lightweight axles, all New behind the axle (BTA) steering and over sized 12.5mm universals with 4mm and 2.5mm cross pins. Utilizing a 37.9:1 gear ratio, using [...]
Volkswagen CrossGolf
Word to all the fans of the Volkswagen Golf: the latest addition to the Volkswagen Golf line-up – the CrossGolf – will be revealed next week at the Geneva Motor Show.
Placed between an MPV and an SUV, the new CrossGolf will be offered with both direct-injection turbocharged petrol and diesel engines, with the output reaching up to 160 horsepower. All engine variants will be mated to a 6-speed gearbox and with the exception of the 105 horsepower TSI, all units can also be mated to an optional 7-speed DSG.
Like all the new Volkswagen models that have been released recently, the CrossGolf is defined by the horizontally-aligned band of the radiator grille between the headlights, which is reflected to the horizontal form of the front bumper. The interior gets sport seats (front) with two-tone fabric covers and a “small leather package” with a three-spoke steering wheel, gearshift lever trim and grip-in leather.
Shortly after its debut in Geneva next week, the Volkswagen CrossGolf is expected to go on sale a one month later in April.
Press release after the jump.
Volkswagen CrossGolf originally appeared on topspeed.com on Thursday, 25 February 2010 13:00 EST.
New Mégane Coupé-Cabriolet, the Elegance of a Coupé, and the Enjoyment of Open-Top Motoring
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New Mégane Coupé-Cabriolet rounds off the renewal of the New Mégane family in style with introduction of the line-up's sixth body type. The newcomer's striking looks combine the elegance of a coupé with the promise of the thrills that go hand-in-hand with driving a cabriolet.
New Mégane Coupé-Cabriolet builds on the strengths that forged [...]
New Maruti Suzuki Estilo
The new Estilo is a fusion of style and urban-ness that imbues an imposing feel with a luxurious fascia. Estilo comes in three main choices: LX, LXi, and VXi. An impressive 1.0-litre K-Series 3 Cylinder fuel-efficient engine discharges up to 64 bhp and 84 Nm of torque. All variants get a 5-speed manual gearbox. Elegant dual-toned interior coupled with a highly proficient cooling system, front and rear seat adjustable head restraints, and a front seat back pocket for added comfort.
LA 2009: Buick rendering teases new compact sedan
Filed under: LA Auto Show, Sedan, Buick, Luxury
Buick officially took the wraps of its 2011 Regal at the LA Auto Show, and in addition to showing off its sportier side, General Motors’ reborn Lexus competitor confirmed its intentions to produce a compact sedan – and here’s the first rendering.
Likely based on the Chinese market 2011 Buick Excelle XT (a rebadged Opel Astra with an upmarket interior), the new compact four-door is expected to lose its hatch in favor of a traditional trunk and gain a 181 horsepower, 1.6-liter turbocharged four-cylinder mated to a six-speed gearbox.
The sketch above (flashed on screen during the Regal unveiling here in LA) certainly bears a resemblance to the Excelle and to the larger LaCrosse, although a few tweaks to the fascia, headlamps and the addition of a few hood-mounted portholes could be found on the concept and later, the production model. We should know more later this year, when Buick unveils an official design study followed by the eventual production car that is expected by the end of 2010.
Gallery: Buick Excelle XT
LA 2009: Buick rendering teases new compact sedan originally appeared on Autoblog on Thu, 03 Dec 2009 14:28:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.
New Maruti Suzuki Zen Estilo
The new Zen Estilo is a fusion of style and urban chic that imbues an imposing feel with a luxurious fascia. Available variants are LX, LXi, and VXi. An impressive 1.1-litre I4 engine discharges up to 64 bhp and 84 Nm of torque. All variants get a 5-speed manual gearbox. Ergonomic interior coupled with a highly proficient cooling system, front and rear seat adjustable head restraints, and a front seat back pocket for added comfort.
MG6 – pricing estimated at 130,000rmb to 190,000rmb
The Chinese automotive website, autohome.com.cn, is estimating the price of the soon to be produced MG6 hatchback. The eagerly awaited hatchback will come in the choice of 1.8DVVT and 1.8Turbo.
The MG6 will soon be produced in the new Shanghai Lin Gang production facility, which is also home to the Roewe 550 production facility. Pricing is expected to be 10,000rmb to 20,000rmb higher than the Roewe 550.
Power for the MG6 is taken from SAIC’s Kavachi engine series, which is a 1.8 producing 133bhp, and a max torque of 170Nm …
Ferrari Mondial T
The last of the Mondial series was revealed in 1989. Called Mondial T it was the most heavily revised Mondial, with letter “T” inspired by the F1 312 T single-seater, which had just won the Formula 1 World Championship and also used the longitudinal engine/transverse gearbox layout: the previously-transverse engine was now mounted longitudinally whilst the gearbox remained transverse, thus forming a ’t’.
Production last between 1983 to 1993, with 858 units produced in both right and left hand drive configurations, together with various world market specification models.
The new Mondial T was finally worthing the “Ferrari” name and was able to compete with supercars such as the BMW 850i, Chevrolet Corvette, Honda NSX, Lotus Esprit and Porsche 911 Carrera.
Besides using a longitudinal engine/transverse gearbox layout, Mondial T was also offering for the first time: power assisted steering, and had a 3-position electronically controlled suspension for a variable trade off between ride quality and road holding. It also had standard ABS.
Ferrari Mondial T originally appeared on topspeed.com on Friday, 27 November 2009 06:00 EST.
Video: Richard Hammond driving the Pagani Zonda Cinque
The Pagani Zonda is every man’s dream. Doesn’t matter: Ferrari, Lamborghini or Veyron fan they all dream that at some point they will get behind the wheel of a Zonda. And when it comes about the Zonda Cinque, even more. But unfortunately there will be only 5 lucky owners in the world to enjoy the supercar. And even if he doesn’t own one, Richard Hammond got behind the wheel of the limited edition Cinque.
The Zonda Cinque is powered by a detuned version of the 7.3L V12 engine to produce 678-hp with a peak torque of 575 lb-ft. The engine is mated to a Cima sequential 6-speed gearbox. The 0 to 60 mph sprint is made in 3.4 seconds, and the 0 to 124 mph in 9.6 seconds.
Video: Richard Hammond driving the Pagani Zonda Cinque originally appeared on topspeed.com on Thursday, 26 November 2009 18:00 EST.