The 100% electric car Peugeot iOn started his career. The company has signed preliminary agreements for the supply of models with several European companies and administrations. iOn suggested by the Peugeot mobility with zero emissions in the city, addressed to private clients, companies and administrations. Characteristics and autonomy of 130 kilometers. Achieved through the use of lithium-ion batteries becoming the model in an ideal vehicle for movement in an urban environment. iOn already been ordered by 9 European companies offering decision sharing a car. Since the end of last week, each client can make requests of Peugeot sites in Germany, Britain, Spain, Italy and France. IOn contracts in Bulgaria will start in December 2010th. Peugeot pioneered the creation of electric car, with its electric 106, produced between 1995 and 2003. Is the best selling car with zero emissions to date.
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In April, the motor show in New York, Mitsubishi showed a concept Outlander GT, but earlier this week in the U.S., was presented to her serial model, along with updated Outlander. Overall, the Outlander Facelift is much more aggressive appearance of this model, due mainly to the front, which is in the style of hot Lancer Evolution, a chrome version in the GT, the more stress the muscle appearance. Mitsubishi Outlander GT differs from the standard model, also with 18-inch alloy wheels, leather interior, sport seats and steering wheel, alloy pedals and a multimedia system with 3.5-inch display. The engine of the hot version of the car is 3.0-liter V6, which also offers this Outlander, but its power was increased by 10 h.p. to 230 h.p. at 6 250 rev/min. The unit is combined with six-speed manual gearbox with the option of switching gears from behind the steering wheel controls. All modifications to the redesigned Outlander will be equipped with an active slip differential, Super All Wheel Control (S-AWC), used so far only Lancer Evolution. This technology significantly improves traction and stability.
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Since Volvo has revealed initial information and two photographs spread of the serial version of the new S60. The car does not differ much from the concept, which was presented at the Detroit Motor Show in January. Volvo S60 will debut to a wide audience of the exhibition in Geneva, and sales will start in mid-2010th, as expected the price to around 25 000. The production model will be implemented at the plant in the city of Ghent (Belgium). The emergence of the new Volvo S60 to wait a long time as fans of the Swedish brand, and by all lovers of cars, as it will enter into direct competition with the Mercedes C-Class, BMW 3-Series and Audi A4, but the company argue that grabs the car at first sight. Volvo models are renowned for their safety in the S60 which will be at the highest level. Currently does not mention details of security technology, it is common knowledge that the vehicle will have an active safety system for Pedestrian Detection, which detects through sensors and pedestrians in case of need rather than the driver activates the brakes.
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An annual statement tuning MPH Show, which will open its doors on December 5 in London, the Italian company Autodelta has prepared two adjustments to models of Alfa Romeo. The first is on the modification of the Brera with 3.2-liter V6 engine, for tuning the unit Italians have partnered with the British from Prodrive. As a result of their joint work, its capacity is increased from standard 260 goals 352 h.p. The car is called the Brera S 3.2 Compressore and can also boast a more powerful braking system, limited slip differential and adjustable height and suspension stiffness. Also, the weight of the car is reduced by 100 kg. Another car tuning Autodelta, which will be seen in London, has 159 J4 3.2 Compressore, as it were made in exactly the same operations as the engine, brakes, suspension and differential. According to the Italians, this pattern will stop customers who are fans of luxury and comfort.
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By JE Design have prepared for their sports programs Seat Leon FR, whose official premiere will be held on the forthcoming exhibition tuning Essen Motor Show, which will be open to visitors from November 28 to December 6. The German tuners have managed to increase the power of both the 2.0 TSFI petrol engine and the diesel 2.0 TDI, without having to make any changes to mechanical, but by adjustments of the control blocks. In the Seat Leon FR 2.0 TSFI power increased from 200 to 270 h.p. a maximum torque of 355 Nm already reached. Instead of standard 280 Nm. Modification in diesel power was increased from 170 to 204 h.p. and the maximum torque – from 350 to 380 Nm. After improvements, petrol Seat Leon FR is able to accelerate from 0-100 km/h for 6.2s ec, while the standard version this is for 7.1 sec. The result achieved in Leon FR 2.0 TDI is even more impressive, with acceleration from 0-100 km/h is improved by 8.2 to 7.6 sec. Offered by JE Design Seat Leon FR for more adjustable suspension, tossed cars with up to 35 millimeters. path to a new exhaust system with four round nozzle and opening up doors. The Exterior of the car has received new bodikit consisting of front bumper, side skirts and rear bumper with diffuser built into it, and 19-inch wheels. Interior provided a new leather interior, which is a combination of orange and black.
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The revived Volkswagen Scirocco has become a favorite model for many tuning companies and allowing it to be defined further elaborated. Another company that is hired to improve the quality of sport hatchback is MR Car Design, and its creation is called Black Rocco. The car has received a full body-kit Rieger, including front bumper, side skirts and rear bumper with integrated diffuser in it and four of the exhaust nozzle system which are stainless steel. Fully in line with the name Black Rocco, designers MR Car Design hatchback are dressed outside with black vinyl, which can be removed at any time, but wheels are 20-inch Emotion, high performance tires with Hankook S1 EVO. Heart of Black Rocco is a 2.0-liter TSI engine, whose power is increased to 370 h.p. goals, and its maximum torque increased to 519 Nm. This is achieved by a modified ECU, Stage 3 turbo kit and new exhaust system.
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The Germany tuners MTM spend on a modified version of the VW Scirocco R, which combines both the appearance and increased dynamics. Famous tuning company MTM spend its own version of VW Scirocco R. They have changed both the appearance of the sports coupe, and its dynamics. Outside wheels were replaced with 20-inch bimoto, which are “shod with tires Mischelin Pilot Sport. The ceiling is painted black, while the side skirts have black bands with the logo of MTM. In front grille was added red edge, which is a traditional sport models for Golf GTI. In terms of dynamics and power of MTM is no joke. Factory 200 hp were increased only at 272 with a change in electronics, and optionally can reach up to 380 hp The maximum torque of 350 Nm at 272 hp model still comes in 3480 rpm. May be further add sports suspension and front disc brakes to be replaced with sports diameter of 380 mm.
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Honda revealed the price of the new version of its popular Crosstour model Accord, which will be available only in the U.S. market. Car sales will start on 20th November, the price of base modification of 29 will begin at $ 670 and EX performance reaches up to 36 220 in the EX-L. The new version of the Accord is designed to meet the changing needs of U.S. customers are already looking for a cheap, but sure enough crossover. Honda Accord Crosstour will be available only with petrol 3.5-liter V6 i-VTEC engine that has a power 271 h.p. at 6 200 rev/min. but its maximum torque of 344 Nm achieved at 5 000 rev/min. The unit is combined with six-speed manual transmission. In carrying EX model will be available only to drive to the front wheels, while the EX-L enable it to be four. In standard equipment includes a panoramic roof EX, 2-zone air conditioner, audio system with CD player and 7 speakers and 17-inch wheels.
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From Renault announced plans to develop a serial version of one of four electrical concepts that were presented at the exhibition in Frankfurt in September, as sales of the car is scheduled to start in 2012. We remind you that Zoe ZE Concept a small city car, whose dimensions are 4.1 meters length, 1.8 meters wight and 1.5m. height, wheelbase and is 2.6 meters. The model is ideal for urban travel and yet is completely green. The car has an electric motor, whose power reaches 95 h.p. and maximal torque – 226 Nm. And with complete lithium-ion batteries. This combination allows covering the 160 kilometers without recharging and develop a maximum speed of 140 kilometers per hour. Renault also revealed that in the serial version of Zoe ZE will have the option to change the batteries when they are exhausted, the procedure would be extremely simple and takes only 3 minutes.
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The car exhibition in Essen is very significant for companies specializing in tuning tuning. Usually there are presented revised series cars, historic and collector’s models. The program of Abt Sportsline, will attend performances of the models tipped Audi Q5, VW Scirocco, but the star is likely to be revised Golf VI. The car has acquired a new vision. Its aerodynamic kit comprises a sports front apron and grille, modified the thresholds, a new rear bumper and roof spoiler. The compact model from Wolfsburg climbed a new 18 or 19 inch alloy wheels. There is also an enhanced braking system and various components for suspension. The Power Tuning includes an increase of power in 1.4-liter TSI from 122 to 160 or 200 hp TSI tuning two-liters in increased productivity by 30 horses and has already reached 240 hp.
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