Monthly Archives: May 2011

New Audi A1 hatchback boasts an impressive 496 bhp

Audi has created a ramped-up version of its A1 – the clubsport quattro. Developed to celebrate the 30th anniversary of the Worthersee festival in Austria, which is held each year for Audi, Seat, Skoda and Volkswagen fans, the new Audi … Continue reading

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New Mercedes-Benz SLS Roadster “a dream car”

The new SLS AMG Roadster has been dubbed “a dream car” for Mercedes buyers, combining driving pleasure with impressive performance. Mercedes-Benz says the sports car is the perfect synthesis of open-top motoring, outstanding driving dynamics and systematic lightweight construction. The … Continue reading

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Porsche buyers impressed by electric Boxster

Prototypes of the Porsche Boxster E have already attracted much attention following the big reveal last week. The two models were unveiled at the Michelin Challenge Bibendum in Berlin – a forum for sustainable mobility. With representatives from the worlds … Continue reading

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New Aston Martin V12 Zagato takes on the Nürburgring

The new Aston Martin V12 Zagato will make its racing debut at the infamous Nürburgring circuit in Germany tomorrow (Saturday, May 28th). Competing in the 53rd ADAC ACAS H&R-Cup VLN race at the historic track, the new Aston Martin will … Continue reading

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New Mercedes to take on Porsche 911

Mercedes-Benz is developing a brand new prestige car to rival the Porsche 911. According to speculation in the motoring press, the new model is set to be called the SLC and is a baby version of the Mercedes-Benz SLS Gullwing. … Continue reading

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New supercars on show at Salon Privé UK

The hottest new super cars will make their debuts in the UK next month in what has become one of the most exclusive and prestigious automotive events on the calendar. Salon Privé has grown in diversity and distinction sine its … Continue reading

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Ferrari 458 Italia keeps the revs up with two more awards

The multi-award-winning Ferrari 458 Italia has picked up another two accolades, this time for its superb engine. At the International Engine of the Year Awards the V8 was named Best Performance Engine and Best Engine Above 4 Litres. They take … Continue reading

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New Aston Martin V12 Zagato ‘truly iconic’

The new Aston Martin V12 Zagato is set to join its predecessors as a truly iconic car, borne out of a hugely successful collaboration. Produced as a modern interpretation of the Aston Martin and Zagato collaboration that resulted in the … Continue reading

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New Ferrari one-off goes public

An exclusive new Ferrari makes a public appearance today (May 20th) at the Villa d’Este Concorso d’Eleganza. The Special Projects Ferrari Superamerica 45 has been created for New York collector and Ferrari enthusiast Peter Kalikow. He requested the unique, one-off … Continue reading

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Motorists ‘ready to buy electric cars’

Most consumers would consider buying a plug-in electric vehicle (PEV), according to a global survey by Accenture. However, barriers remain when it comes to charging, and there are still issues that need to be dealt with before this driver preference … Continue reading

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