Abarth 695 Tributo Ferrari price Announced

The Abarth 695 Tributo Ferrari price starts at 29,600 GBP or the equivalent of 35,500 Euro and only 152 units will be sold in Britain.

The Fiat 500 Abarth Ferrari Tribute 695 is designed to develop powered by a 1.4 Turbo T-Jet 16v, more than 180 hp. This is an MTA (Manual Transmission Automatic) gearbox in combination with race shifter electro-inspired paddle fully exploit the engine performance by reducing the time difference.

The top speed of the RHD Abarth Fiat 500 Tributo Ferrari is rated at 140mph and the company says the limited edition model can accelerate from 0 to 62 mph in 7.0 seconds. The fuel economy of the new limited edition is rated at 43.3mpg on the combined cycle.

In addition to the equipment specifications of the Abarth 500, the Abarth 695 Tributo Ferrari adds an Abarth leather steering wheel, ‘Record Monza’ dual-mode exhaust, Abarth Corsa by Sabelt seats and 17-inch alloy wheels.




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It has already attracted critical acclaim in both hard top and convertible form, and as a potentesseesse version. Now the Abarth 500 is arriving in even more exclusive style – as the Abarth 695 Tributo Ferrari.

Every Abarth reflects the high performance brand’s direct connection with competition, and the new 695 Tributo Ferrari takes these links to a new level, with stunning performance matched to perfect day-to-day usability.

This exclusive car – just 152 examples of the Abarth 695 Tributo Ferrari will be available in right hand drive form in Britain – is priced at Euros 35,500 (£29,600). On the outside the new car’s livery is inspired by Ferrari’s models, with carbon wing mirrors and Corsa Grey wheels and front air intakes.

Powered by a 1368cc turbocharged engine, producing over 180bhp at 5750rpm and 230Nm torque at 3300rpm, the 695 Tributo Ferrari can accelerate from 0-62mph in less than seven seconds and has a top speed of 140mph. However, the frugal engine can return 43.3mpg on the combined cycle.

The car features a comprehensive list of equipment which includes:

• five airbags
• electronic stability programme (ESP)
• torque transfer control (TTC)
• Sport button
• power steering
• automatic climate control
• Xenon headlights
• Blue&Me hands-free infotainment
• Abarth leather steering wheel
• ‘Record Monza’ dual-mode exhaust
• Abarth Corsa by Sabelt seats
• 17-inch alloy wheels

Mounted behind the steering wheel are the paddles for the electro-hydraulic Abarth Competizione gearbox. Pressing the Sport button on the dashboard activates a more racy setting for the gearbox, engine control unit and steering for an even more responsive drive.

The original Abarth 695 was introduced in the mid-1960s. The pinnacle of this series was a 38hp engine – though fine-tuning could raise this to over 50hp.

“Abarth and Ferrari are both iconic names in Italian automotive history,” says Ivan Gibson, head of Abarth in the UK. “Their passion and dedication helped to create a reputation for sporting excellence in Italian cars around the world, and this new Abarth 695 Tributo Ferrari upholds that tradition with some style.”

The Abarth 695 Tributo Ferrari is available to special order only, through Abarth’s 19-strong UK dealer network.

Königseder Nissan GT-R

Königseder, the tuner company form Austria, has Releases its new styling and performance package for the Nissan GT-R R35.

Under the hood, the company installs a revised ECU, a sport air filter, and a titanium Akrapovic exhaust. These modifications enable the twin-turbo 3.8-liter V6 engine to produce 580 PS (572 hp / 427 kW), instead of 492 PS (485 hp / 362 kW), which allows the GT-R to accelerate from 0 to 200 km/h (124 mph) in 9.8 seconds.

At the exterior, the Königseder Nissan GT-R features new side skirts, new front spoiler and rear diffuser.




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Aero parts:

• Königseder Side
• Königseder front spoiler + diffuser

Exhaust:

• Akrapovic exhaust system from cat (Titan)

Power:

• Performance to 580PS by

Engine Electronics - Air filter - exhaust
0-200 9.8 sec

Wheels:

• HRE 595R black glossy (11kg/Felge)

VA: 9,5 x21 "ET29
Rear: 11x21 "ET15

Tires:

• Yokohama Advan Sport

Front: 245/35/21
Rear: 285/30/21

Chassis:

• KW Suspension

Ferrari 458 Challenge at Vallelunga

The fine tuning of the newly born Ferrari 458 Challenge continues and, based on the production 458 Italia, is already undergoing testing to help get it ready for full competition. The test site: Vallelunga. The drivers: Maurizio Mediani and Jaime Melo.

No matter, considering any word on the latest challenge car from Maranello is worth noting. The lighter track model is based on the production 458 Italia, which 0-60’s Chris Harris recently called “a paradigm shift in the way Ferrari approaches the subject of performance cars.” Look for the first 458 Challenge to grace future rounds of Ferrari’s one-make championship series.




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The fine tuning of the newly born Ferrari 458 Challenge continues and, as from yesterday, it was at the Vallelunga circuit for a test, with two drivers, the Italian Maurizio Mediani and the Argentine Jaime Melo, taking on the role of test driver, as they took turns at the wheel of the Prancing Horse sports car. At the end of two days at the Roman circuit, both men were pleased with what had been achieved.

According to Mediani the 458 Challenge is “very quick and extremely good fun,” its handling inherited from the road going car from which it is derived, combined with modifications made for its specific use in racing. Melo, just back from the fifth round of the American Le Mans Series, in which he races a F430 GT2 run by Team Risi Competizione, highlighted how much the driving experience is enhanced by the electronics systems operated with the now classic manettino on the steering wheel, a first for a car used in the Ferrari one-make series. “I am sure that Prancing Horse competition owners will be very pleased with this car,” commented the Argentine before leaving the circuit to prepare for the next ALMS round, which takes place on 7 August at the Mid Ohio circuit.

Cadillac XTS Platinum Concept

Cadillac has revealed the new luxury XTS Platinum Concept at the 2010 North American International Auto Show in Detroit. The XTS Concept previews a workable hope Cadillac luxury sedan that incorporates flow technologies.

The 5.1 metre (200.8 inches) long XTS Platinum has a cork-in amalgam usage for exciting-only pouring capabilities. Its array can be recharged in about five hours from unfilled. The accompanying 3.6-litre Direct Injection V6 petrol engine helps put out an estimated 260kW (354hp) and 400Nm (295 lb-ft) of torque. Drive is through all four wheels.

Cadillac XTS Platinum Concept Detroit Motor Show

New Peugeot SR1 Concept Car

Peugeot has revealed the first photos of the new SR1 Concept car. It’s a Grand Tourer that comes with two doors and a hard top. The construct is a foretaste of what the French marque policy to do in language of upcoming target focus. The new SR1 will be exposed at the 2010 Geneva Motor Show.

Typical of a GT, the SR1 skin a large sculptured bonnet, flowing wings, a low centre of gravity, sweeping sides and a chiselled rear create. LEADING headlights are a highlight, as is the new redesigned Lion badge.

New 2011 BMW Z4

BMW has introduce the high-performance sDrive35is mode of the new 2011 Z4. Spying testing a the epoch before, the car is a twin handle for BMW fans who also longed for the profit of the “is” badge. Improvements are not just in the engine bay but also in the outdoor and interior appointments.

The M Sports Package includes a new front plentiful with a very distinctive M look and external air intakes ended in matt aluminium, everyday 18-crawl light alloy rims (19-inch possible), a new rear buffer with specially accentuated surrounds on the tailpipes and a two-example diffuser. The exhaust wrote is imaginary to be reflective of the car’s repute in the ploy of gear. The adjustable suspension is lowered by 10 millimetres and provides a good assess between sporty and comfortable.

Volkswagen Up! Lite Hybrid Concept Cars

The new Volkswagen Up! Lite Concept has revealed at the 2009 Los Angeles Auto Show. The VW company say it’s the most fuel-efficient car in the world. The Up! Lite is sincerely a precise wing of the L1 Concept that has unveiled in September at the Frankfurt Motor Show.

The new VW Up! Lite Concept powered by two sources. The first is a 2-cylinder 0.8-litre TDI engine making 38kW (51hp) at 4,000rpm and 120Nm between 1,800rpm and 2,250rpm. The other is a 10kW (14hp) electric motor working with a lithium-ion battery. Together they produce a 65hp.

New 2010 Infiniti G37 Sedan Facelift

The facelifted 2010 Infiniti G37 sedan has revealed at the Los Angeles Auto Show. The car will look alongside the group’s new M37 and M56 models with a tweaked outer that matches some of the styling seen on the M string. New Infiniti G37 powered by a 3.7-liter V6 engine.

The new model that replaced 2006 Infinity G35 has some external changes, counting a redesigned front copious that incorporates fog lights and a black honeycomb junior lattice. The upper frame is slightly tailored, with the top and base bars extending added than the relax. In back, a new rear bumper gives off a more squared appearance, although the rounder indentation above the exhaust. The decklid also appears a bit boxier, with a smaller spoiler, and LED lighting.

 New 2010 Infiniti G37 Sedan Facelift

2011 Toyota Tacoma TRD TX Pro

Toyota is adding two new limited-edition trim packages for the 2011 Toyota Tacoma.the 2011 Toyota Tacoma TRD TX Pro performance packages which will go on sale this month. The first deliveries of the 2011 Toyota Tacoma TRD TX Pro packages will begin two months later, in September.

The T|X and T|X Pro will be available on 2 or 4 wheel drive Tacoma Prerunner models with 2 or 4 doors and the TRD Offroad package. 16″ TRD alloy wheels, BF Goodrich tires, tubular side steps, a stainless steel exhaust tip and special graphics comprise the $1,699 T|X Package, a $754 savings compared to ordering each option as a separate component.

The T|X Pro Package simply adds a TRD cat-back performance exhaust system to give the V6 model a throatier sound and, according to the company, a small boost in power.

Ordering for the 2011 Tacoma T|X Pro Package will begin in July, and the T|X Package will launch two months later in September.




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The Toyota Tacoma, the best-selling compact pickup truck in America, offers two new accessory packages for 2011 based on a concept truck first shown at the 2009 Specialty Equipment Marketing Association (SEMA) Show. The T|X and T|X Pro packages, available in conjunction withthe Off-Road Package, add Toyota Racing Development (TRD) accessories in a unique combination at a special value price.

Toyota developed the Tacoma T|X concept truck to gauge consumer reaction at the 2009 SEMA Show. The concept featured unique dual customgraphic designs on each side of the truck, and an assortment of aggressive performance features inspired by
traditional TRD elements that conveyed the lifestyle of Tacoma owners. The overwhelmingly positive reaction to the truck was a major inspiration for the development of the two new packages.

Available on a limited basis, the new T|X and T|X Pro Packages translate a sporty SEMA concept into a package the customer can add to aTacoma V6 Access Cab or V6 Double Cab on both 4x2 PreRunner and 4x4 drive types equipped with the TRD Off-Road Package. The extra dose of performance makes it the most capable off-road Tacoma in the Toyota lineup.

The T|X Package gives the Tacoma a sporty and even semi-menacing look with TRD 16-inch black alloy bead-lock wheels and 265/70R16 BF Goodrich Rugged Trail tires. Black tube side steps, a stainless steel exhaust tip and unique exterior graphics give the T|X the look of a custom truck, but at a special value. The MSRP of the T|X Package is $1,699, a savings of $754 compared to the package items ordered as separate options.

The T|X Pro Package is a performance-driven package with a TRD cat-back performance exhaust system to give the V6 a throatier sound anda bit more power. Also priced at an MSRP of $1,699, the T|X Pro Packagerepresents a savings of $720 versus the package contents added as separate accessories. Both T|X and T|X Pro packages deliver a superior value to aftermarket accessories, especially considering that they are covered under the three-year/36,000 mile comprehensive vehicle limited warranty.

The TRD Off-Road Package underlying both T|X editions provides a carefully tuned balance of off-road performance and on-road handling. Chassis modifications include an electronic locking rear differential, progressive-rate front springs, specially tuned Bilstein shock absorbers, a 28-mm front stabilizer bar and B.F. Goodrich Rugged Trail tires. Fog lamps top off the package for a tough, sporty appearance. Added features on the TRD Off-Road Package include a 400W/115V powerpoint in the bed, sport seats with adjustable lumbar support and unique fabric, plus an overhead console with a compass and outside temperature display.

Ordering for the 2011 Tacoma T|X Pro Package will begin in July and the T|X Package will launch two months later in September.

Audi A1 tuning from Abt

Abt Sportsline – company, generally, very serious. It is enough to recollect its sport cars time and again winning championship DTM. But in a case with Audi A1 masters of tuning have considered that the model is focused on youth, so the most appreciable element of the tuning complete set – original labels-graffiti: florets, skulls and blots on a body. Except frivolous paint the machine has got a spoiler over the third door, mirrors of the changed form, the rear choke tube with the dual chromeplated branch pipes of an exhaust system and ventilating gills in front fenders. Besides, engineers Abt Sportsline have finished a suspender, exhaust system and "have put" on the machine. In interior all changes were reduced to occurrence of floor rugs with logos Abt Sportsline.

Engineers Abt Sportsline have glanced in under cowl space. Thanks to a special package of improvements Abt Power, capacity of all three motors (1,2 l, 1,4 l, 1,6 TDI) was possible to hoist on the average on 20 h.p. So the 1,4-litre motor instead of 86 develops now 116 h.p., capacity of the 1,4-engine has increased from 122 to 150 h.p., and two versions of a 1,6-litre turbodiesel which were earlier giving out 90 and 105 h.p., now can brag of capacity in 110 and 125 h.p. accordingly. How many there is similar "bleeding", is not declared yet. But, judging by that tuning becomes "with small losses", hardly the price list will strongly frighten the buyer.

Mazda2 “Skins”

Mazda Canada has Releases the Mazda2 Skins personalization program.Mazda realizes that a large number of 2 buyers are young, and they like to customize their vehicle so this program is just what they want.

The program will not be offered outside Canada, unfortunately. If you are a Canadian resident, though, you can choose one of the following “skins”: three music-based themes (Rock, Pop and Urban) and one performance-inspired theme (Speed).

Owners can choose from one of four themes: Rock, Pop, Urban and Speed. Each Skins design comes in three different sizes (small, medium and large) and seven different colours, for a total of 84 different decal variations! Depending on the size, the cost is $375, $455 or $595 plus installation.

The Skins are made from 3M automotive vinyl, are safe on the vehicle’s paint and are included in the vehicle’s 3-year, 80,000 km warranty.




“Today’s young people are all about standing out from the crowd, and expressing their own style and taste,” says David Klan, of Mazda Canada Inc.




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In a move towards personalization, Mazda Canada is offering something unique when it comes to car accessories for the Mazda2: vinyl decal "Skins" that are applied to the outside of the car.

As the new entry point into Mazda's line-up, the all-new 2011 Mazda2 will appeal to a younger generation of drivers who value individuality and self-expression, especially when it comes to their vehicles. For that reason, Mazda Canada assembled a youth marketing committee made up of eight young men and women from different departments within the company, who fit the Generation-Y demographic. They were charged with coming up with launch ideas for the Mazda2, as the economical and sporty subcompact has strong appeal to Canadians in their twenties and early thirties.

One of the youth committee’s ideas was the Mazda Skins program. Exclusive to the Canadian market, the Skins program offers Mazda2 owners the ability to add their personal style to their car by applying a unique vinyl decal ‘Skin’ design. Owners can choose from one of four themes: three music-based themes (Rock, Pop and Urban) and one performance-inspired theme (Speed). Each Skins design comes in three different sizes (small, medium and large) and seven different colours to match the body colours of the Mazda2, for a total of 84 different decal variations! Depending on the size, the cost is $375, $455 or $595 plus installation.

“Today’s young people are all about standing out from the crowd, and expressing their own style and taste,” says David Klan, Senior Director of Marketing and Sales at Mazda Canada Inc. “Demonstrating their ‘personal brand’ is important, and we are offering them a unique new means of self-expression with both our Skins program as well as our Mazda2 Yozora special edition.”

Mazda2 owners will be able to choose their Skin theme, colour and size at www.mazdaskins.ca. Application happens at the dealership and takes approximately an hour, depending on the size. The Skins are made from high-quality 3M automotive vinyl, are safe on the vehicle’s paint and are included in the vehicle’s 3-year, 80,000 km warranty.

Originally launched in 2007, the Mazda2 was first introduced in Europe, Japan and Australia. Since then, it has been highly acclaimed throughout the world, winning 48 automotive awards, including “Car of the Year” accolades in many markets and, most notably, the “2008 World Car of the Year.” Total global sales of the Mazda2 have surpassed 400,000 units in the three years since its introduction. The all-new 2011 Mazda2 is in Canadian dealerships now.

Official presentation Audi A7 Sportback has taken place in Munich

Company Audi has officially presented the new model A7 Sportback. This five-door compartment – attempt of the company from Ingolstadt to be fixed on the market of sports coupes with rear doors. The car personifies lines of the practical versatile person, a sports sedan and an elegant coupe. The facilitated body from aluminium and high-strength steels has allowed designers to manage exclusively motors V6, and the 8-cylinder unit will appear a bit later.

First the car will receive two petrol units and two diesel engines capacity from 204 to 300 h.p. All versions A7 Sportback will be completed with automatic gear boxes: transmission Multitronic is intended for models with a drive gear on a front axle, and seven-step box S tronic will be delivered with all-wheel drive sport cars.

Models Quattro will receive system of distribution of traction effort and an interaxle differential, capable to transfer to 75 % of a twisting moment on front wheels and 85 % - on rear. The parity 40:60 by default remains. Novelty sales in Europe will begin in the autumn, thus its cost in Germany will begin from 51 650 euros.