Bailout ‘good news’ for car buyers

AN auto industry bailout plan worth $6bn has been welcomed as the possible saviour of thousands of jobs as well as good news for car buyers.

Prime Minister Kevin Rudd announced a $3.4 billion lifeline for the industry today, doubling federal assistance to more than $6 billion over the next decade and a half.

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Posted by Mark Griffin Posted in: Motoring No Comments » November 2008

FPR not up for sale

THE future of Ford’s flagship racing team has been given the firmest possible backing by its British-based parent, Prodrive.

David Richards, chairman of the international automotive performance company that owns Ford Performance Racing, has laughed off speculation FPR might be sold off by his Prodrive group.

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Posted by Mark Griffin Posted in: Motoring No Comments » November 2008

2009 Arash AF10

THE AF-10:  The AF10 features an advanced road car aerodynamic package.

The package includes a radical front wing separated from the main front body clam and strong air intake side pods.

These features have taken influences from Lemans racing cars and F1 cars, however perform specific functions for the overall performance of the car. Split radiators have been used for the front and Oil radiators have been postioned in the side pods including air intakes. Active front and rear wings have been used to achieve an overall impressive aeropackage for high speed stability and low speed grip. The position of the front wing is unique to the current car industry today and is a ‘signiture’ to the Arash Cars family.

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Posted by Mark Griffin Posted in: Motoring No Comments » November 2008

2009 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren Roadster 722 S

The new Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren Roadster 722 S opens up astonishing dimensions when it comes to open-top driving. Delivering 478 kW/650 hp, acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h in 3.7 seconds and a maximum speed of 335 km/h, this two-seater cabriolet surpasses the existing benchmark among open-top super sports cars the SLR McLaren Roadster. Both vehicles feature a fully retractable folding soft top capable of withstanding the high speed and are made of carbon fibre.

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Posted by Mark Griffin Posted in: Motoring No Comments » October 2008

2009 Ford Mustang

Glass roof mustang shines light on 45th anniversary of ford’s iconic muscle car

Roof options: Segment-first, factory-installed glass roof option now available on both the V-6 and GT models.

Added extras: The “Premium” array now includes ambient lighting, satin aluminium instrument panel trim, interior upgrades and SIRIUS® Satellite Radio.

Style selections: “Bullitt” and “Warriors in Pink” packages continue in 2009.

Ford Mustang, the United States best-selling sports car for 22 consecutive years and one of the auto industry’s most successful nameplates ever, celebrates its 45th anniversary with a new panoramic glass roof option that opens the world to pony-car enthusiasts from Maine to Maui and all points between. The segment first, factory-installed glass roof is available as a USD $1,995 option on Mustang V-6 and GT models.

“Our new panoramic glass roof will allow owners to enjoy the outdoors year-round from the comfort of their Mustang,” said Derrick Kuzak, group vice president for Global Product Development. “It’s one more feature that sets Mustang apart from the competition.”

Source: Ford Press Release

Posted by Mark Griffin Posted in: Motoring No Comments » September 2008

2008 Hamann Mini

Racy lifestyle package for the trendy buggy, HAMANN presents its tuning programme for the current MINI

Already since 1986, HAMANN-Motorsport develops and manufactures products for the individualisation of BMW automobiles. Therefore, it is only consistent that the technicians of the Laupheim-based company also focus on the “small relative” in the BMW family and develop an extensive tuning programme for the MINI. The result: a powerful performance increase, road holding aerodynamics components, striking 18-inch light alloy rims and noble interior modifications in aluminium and carbon.

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Posted by Mark Griffin Posted in: Motoring No Comments » August 2008

2009 Bugatti Veyron 16.4 Grand Sport

A new Bugatti Veyron 16.4 shows its open side

A new Bugatti will publicly be displayed for the first time at this years Pebble Beach Concourse dElegance, on August 16th, 2008.  The last preparations are running at full speed. Two more weeks and then Bugatti Automobiles will present their new Veyron 16.4 Grand Sport for the very first time to the public.

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Posted by Mark Griffin Posted in: Motoring No Comments » August 2008

2008 Lotus Eco Elise

Lotus unveils the Eco Elise technology demonstrator at the British Motor Show, capitalising on great strides forward in green technology.

The Eco Elise project promotes a different perspective on green, one which does not revolve solely around tailpipe CO2. This holistic approach is in keeping with the progressive Lotus culture, driving Lotus to become the worlds green automotive consultancy.

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Posted by Mark Griffin Posted in: Motoring No Comments » August 2008

2009 Renault Megane R26.R

Mégane R26.R: the new flagship of the Renault Sport Technologies range.

The latest addition to the Renault Sport family is Mégane R26.R, a car that has been engineered for performance and extreme driving enjoyment. Mégane R26.R is based on Mégane F1 Team R26 and uses the same engine, gearbox and limited slip differential, but has been lightened by 123kg and features specific suspension calibration.

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Posted by Mark Griffin Posted in: Motoring No Comments » August 2008

2008 KTM X-Bow

The KTM X-Bow: A Success Story

The motorcycle specialist manufacturer KTM celebrated the world premiere of its first-ever car at the Geneva Motor Show in 2007 when the X-Bow was born. The company sounded out the exclusive lightweight sports car market with an aggressive design and a spectacular concept, complete with carbon fibre monocoque and purist, minimalist fittings.

Following an overwhelmingly positive response from sports car enthusiasts and motoring media all around the world, the decision was made to go ahead with further development for the series production model of the KTM X-Bow.

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Posted by Mark Griffin Posted in: Motoring No Comments » August 2008

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