Posted on 30th November, 2007 by Warren M
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Porsche tuning messiahs 9ff are hoping to achieve a new top speed record with their virtually finished GT 9. The company has already found two customers willing to pay the €500,000 (plus local taxes). The car should be completed in time for Auto Motor und Sport’s top speed shoot-out at the Nardo.
Posted on 30th November, 2007 by Warren M
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Not only in proportions is the new 1-series Coupé a worthy successor to the BMW 2002, but also technically: As in the 70s, the current most powerful standard version is powered by a “charged” engine. Daringly, the overtaking prestige was then enhanced further by the mirror-image Turbo logo on the front spoiler.
Posted on 30th November, 2007 by Warren M
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Most of you will no doubt remember the insane 1020bhp MTM Bimoto TT recently achieving 390.6 kph (242 mph) at the high speed runs at Nardo. Here’s a little insight into what went into the crazy Coupe.
Posted on 30th November, 2007 by Warren M
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Stefan Jacoby was born in Hanover on April 10, 1958. Following his high-school diploma, he studied at the University of Cologne from 1980 to 1985, graduating with a master’s degree in business administration.
Posted on 29th November, 2007 by Warren M
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It’s only been around for 30 seconds, but Audi is already tweaking the latest generation of its TT range. This Roadster was spotted during winter testing wearing a narrow strip of LEDs beneath its headlights.
The LEDs are reminiscent of the optional items found on A4s. The headlights appear to be the same as those seen on the hot TT S model (even though this seems like a standard model). Expect a freshened-up TT to show its face sometime next year.
[Source: Auto Express]
Posted on 29th November, 2007 by Warren M
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Not content with rejuventaing the legendary MINI name, BMW look set to do the same with the quirky little Isetta bubble car. Designed to compete with the likes of the Smart ForTwo and Fiat’s cheeky 500, the 21st century Isetta will go one better than its tri-wheeled predecessor by having the usual four.
The lightweight rear-engined model will have the lowest CO2 output of any car in BMW’s range, helping to cut the line-up’s average emissions to meet future targets. A zero-emissions electric variant should follow later. We get the feeling this is more than speculation.
[Source: Autobild]
Posted on 29th November, 2007 by Warren M
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The readers of AUTO ZEITUNG have made their choice. With more than 39 Auto Trophy awards collected over the past 20 years, Volkswagen is the “Most Successful Brand†and has therefore been awarded the anniversary Auto Trophy in this special category. Prof Martin Winterkorn personally attended the ceremony to accept the prize.
Posted on 29th November, 2007 by Warren M
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The National Motor Vehicle Theft Reduction Council (NMVTRC) has recognised the following Volkswagen models as Australia’s most secure vehicles in their respective class or category.
• small car category — the Volkswagen Polo, 5-door Hatch
• The people mover category — the Volkswagen Multivan
• Commercial class — the Volkswagen Caddy Van.
Posted on 29th November, 2007 by Warren M
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The Deputy Prime Minister of the Russian Federation, Sergey Naryshkin, and the Chairman of the Board of Management of Volkswagen Aktiengesellschaft, Prof. Martin Winterkorn, were joined by the Chairman of the Board of Directors of Skoda Auto, Reinhard Jung, and Prof. Jochem Heizmann, Member of the Board of Management of Volkswagen Aktiengesellschaft with responsibility of ‘Group Production’, to inaugurate the new Volkswagen plant in Kaluga, Russia, on Wednesday.
Posted on 29th November, 2007 by Warren M
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Here’s a piece of film covering an Audi R8 test day attended by Club Audisport Iberica members. Some guys have all the luck.
Thanks Yannis.
Posted on 29th November, 2007 by Warren M
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In time for the market introduction of the new Mercedes C-Class wagon BRABUS presents an exclusive sport program. The product lineup for the S 204 model series comprises powerful engine tuning for gasoline and diesel models, an elegant aerodynamic-enhancement program, light-alloy wheels up to 19 inches in diameter with corresponding suspension modifications, and custom interior options.
Posted on 29th November, 2007 by Warren M
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Mercedes-Benz U.S. International (MBUSI) has manufactured its one millionth vehicle – 10 years and nine months after the first M-Class rolled off the production line back in 1997 in Tuscaloosa, Alabama (USA). Today, three vehicles are built at the facility – the second-generation M-Class, the R-Class Sports Tourer and the GL-Class luxury SUV.
Posted on 29th November, 2007 by Warren M
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EVO magazine has published a few extra details regarding Audi’s eagerly awaited V10-powered R8. Its 500+bhp powerplant will be based on the high revving RS4/R8 V8 unit rather than being related to the V10s seen in the RS6 or the Lamborghini Gallardo.
Due to the higher than expected demand for its V8-powered R8 Audi has decided to delay production of its bigger brother until late 2008. That’ll give you plenty of time to save up.
[Source: EVO]
Posted on 28th November, 2007 by Warren M
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Here’s a couple of clips featuring some night time fun… A BMW M6 takes on the luscious Lamborghini Gallardo, twice.
Posted on 28th November, 2007 by Warren M
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This Tiguan is latest model from Volkswagen to receive the R-Line treatment. Not to be confused with highh-powered models such as the R32 Golf and R36 Passat, the R-Line range has been developed to let customers tailor their vehicle to suit their own personal tastes on a cosmetic level.
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