Archive for November, 2009

Alfa Romeo Milano no longer Milano

November 30th, 2009

Alfa Romeo Milano no longer Milano
We heard something about the Alfa Romeo people renaming their upcoming release after being threatened by former employees. This new change has come just days before the launch of their new vehicle. It was originally to be named Milano after Milan but since relationship soured with the Milan people particularly for those who were working with them, AR has no choice but to change it back to one of its own, ‘Giulietta’.

Additional Reading:
http://www.whatcar.com/car-news/alfa-romeo-milano-name-dropped/245421

BMW has recently sold back the F1 team that they bought in 2005

November 27th, 2009

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This F1 team was originally purchased by BMW in 2005 and now in 2009, BMW is returning back the team to its rightful owner, Sauber. The F1 team has decided pull out of the racing game and this could be one of the reasons that BMW decided to sell the team back to Sauber.

Additional Reading:
http://www.whatcar.com/car-news/bmw-sells-f1-team-back-to-sauber/245371

Tyres will come in Green too

November 25th, 2009

Tyres will come in Green too
This is the news that we received early morning. Tyres will now have efficiency labels. What this means is, tyres will have to display an amount of information including fuel efficiency, wet surface grip and external rolling noise. This legislation was approved at the European Commission in Strasbourg. The new rule will be out there for all to see starting 1st November, 2012

Additional Reading:
http://www.whatcar.com/car-news/tyres-to-get-efficiency-labels/245370

Coming Soon : Chevy Volt

November 23rd, 2009

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The up and coming Chevrolet Volt was taken for its first test drive last month. This car has been in the news for quite some time as it is a diversion for the usual cars; it is the type of cars that are powered in varying degrees by electricity. Word is around that we will finally have an up close look at it in about a year’s time. Stay tune to know more.

Additional Reading:
http://www.hybridcars.com/news/volt-and-leaf-one-year-away-26247.html

Audi A8 will finally be unveiled

November 20th, 2009

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Some good news for all Audi fans, their new A8 will finally have an official look on the 30th November 2009. The special event will take place in the hottest (weather-wise) place on earth, Miami. This will be at an art and design event. The event is much awaited for this hot car as only tiny-winy pics have been spotted of it. So stay tune for the Audi A8.

Additional Reading:
http://www.whatcar.com/car-news/new-audi-a8-reveal/245210

Porsche in time for the holidays

November 18th, 2009

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Dutch Porsche now has a new 911 Carrera S that has been made specially for the holidays. How, you asked? Well, the special feature of this car is that it is covered in chocolate. That’s right, chocolate. Porsche has used 175 kilos of molten goodness and with a mixture of white chocolate that act as the headlights of the car.
One thing for sure, where is the showroom? We can’t wait to head over there for a lick!

Additional Reading:
http://www.autoblog.com/2009/11/17/dutch-porsche-dealership-covers-new-997-carrera-s-in-milk-chocol/

Chinese Car Manufacturer Orders from Volvo

November 16th, 2009

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We all know that Chinese car manufacturer, Geely, has been planning to dream big about Volvo cars. Geely people want twice the number of cars that are usually released by Ford in a year and those cars could be made in their Chinese factory that can afford to make around 300,000 cars in a year alone. No confirmed word from neither parties but I would suggest to just wait and watch if Geely’s dream comes true.

Additional Reading:
http://www.autoblog.com/2009/11/15/report-geely-looking-for-1m-units-from-volvo-plans-chinese-fac/

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Supercar Preview: Mercedes-Benz SLS AMG

November 13th, 2009

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Finally a little video of the new Mercedes-Benz’s SLS AMG car has been published. Watch as Mr Steve Fowler test this supercar. As of now, we know that this car cost £150,000. This car comes with a 6.2-litre V8 beast. It runs at the speed of 197mph. What the all the action right here.

Additional Reading:
http://www.whatcar.com/car-news/mercedes-benz-sls-amg-video-blog/244887

2009: Best Bets

November 10th, 2009

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Cars.com proudly announced their Best Bets of the year in the SUV and Crossover category, the Hyundai Veracruz and Hyundai Santa Fe, respectively. Both cars were released in 2008. The judges, Cars.com , are the main destination online for the purchasing of cars. Cars that qualify to enter in the nomination must have a good rating in the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS) frontal-offset and side-impact crash tests, average or higher reliability ratings and lastly, an average or higher gas mileage within their class.

Additional Reading:
http://www.thecarblog.com/big_reviews/2008-hyundai-veracruz-santa-fe-crossovers-best-bets-for-2009.php

In Production – Inflatable Seat Belts from Ford

November 9th, 2009

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In a midst to increase safety for drivers and passengers, car maker company, Ford, has introduced the first inflatable seat belts. They will start producing this safety item early next year. Since the front seat passengers already have air bags at their dispositions, these inflatable belts will be for the back seat passengers. Read more about Ford’s idea.

Additional Reading:
http://www.autoblog.com/2009/11/05/inflatable-seat-belts-ford/