Dacia Duster gets a new tuning package

Dacia Duster was the subject of a new creation of tuning, made by Indians from DC Design. The  SUV from Pitesti received LED headlamps and an interior reminiscent of world yachting.

Dacia Duster gets increasingly more attention in terms of aesthetics. This time, the DC Design comes with a unique proposition, bringing a tuning kit extravagant appearance and a luxurious interior elements. Package price EUR 4.940, a reasonable price if you consider the items included.

Therefore, the interior benefits from electric adjustable seats, LCD screens and center console reaches the back seat, separating the two places left. Above this was added another console, made from a material that mimics wood. For the long haul, the Indians were thought to fold the front passenger seat to form a bed or chair back.

Moreover, the dashboard and door faces are stylized ornaments that mimic wood and leather items. Outside, there were not many changes, but in the front stand out with LED lights and projectors framed by a metal form.

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Volvo S60 Polestar, the first images

Volvo has presented the first series S60 Polestar. The 350 horsepower model has the same weight as T6 R-Design version, but accelerates from 0 to 100 km/h in just 4.9 seconds.

Volvo has built a production version of the S60 Polestar concept. The performance version of  S60 has a T6, 2,953 cc engine, which delivers 350 horsepower at 5,700 rpm and a maximum torque of 500 Nm between 2,800 and 4,750 rpm.The maximum turation of the unit equipped with Borg Warner turbine with improved intercooler and stainless steel exhaust is 6,500 rpm. The acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h of this version is made in 4.9 seconds, while the top speed is electronically limited to 250 km/h, as well as for its equivalents.

The chassis has Polestar Ohlins  dampers, adjustable in two directions, upgraded coil springs, reinforced suspension arms and more rigid anti-roll stabilizers for both decks. The weight of the model is identical to that of a standard S60 T6 R-design, respectively 1,684 kg. The automatic transmission with six reports that comes in equipping this model has a launch-control function, a modified software which assures more power for the rear wheels and faster gear changing. As for safety, it has performance breaks, all discs having the diameter of over 300 mm, and the four discs are ventilated to provide top performance.

 Tin terms of changes from a standard  S60, this model has a Polestar air diffuser, Polestar front splitters, Polestar interior trim, special plate that explains the uniqueness of the model, Polestar aluminum pedals and other small accessories from the performance division of Volvo. The first production units will be delivered to the clients on the second half of  June 2013. Unfortunately for European Volvo fans, the first batch of S60 Polestar goes directly to Australia.

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Lamborghini Aventador LP 720-4 launches limited series 50 °

At 50 years of its launch in the context of the Shanghai Motor Show, Automobili Lamborghini Aventador model shows a special super sports with exclusive equipment and technology.

The Lamborghini Aventador LP 720-4 50 ° Anniversario is a limited edition of only 100 copies produced worldwide. Each car has an emblem of Forged Composite ® with 50 ° logo and serial number.

With 720 horsepower, with a modified front and rear design to emphasize performance, a special color and a unique interior, the Aventador is one of the most exclusive models produced in the history of Lamborghini. The Aventador LP 720-4 50 ° Anniversario is a new highlight of this successful model range, with carbon fiber monocoque, 12 cylinders and wheel drive.

With maximum power of 720 horsepower, 6.5 liter engine with 12 cylinders of the model Aventador LP 720-4 50 ° Anniversario is 20 hp more powerful than the V12 Aventador LP 700-4 model. This power increase is made possible by a new specific engine calibrations. With ultra fast ISR transmission, anniversary model reaches from 0 to 100 kmh in just 2.9 seconds and reaches a top speed of 350 kmh.

The front and the back of the 50 ° Anniversario have been redesigned and has improved aerodynamics. Both air intakes, front aerodynamic splitter and have grown in size and in small side flaps were installed. The back is completely rebuilt, with an enlarged diffuser and complex paths to improve air ventilation of the engine compartment. In general, extreme speed stability was improved without compromising traction, this is possible due to the increase aerodynamic efficiency by 50% compared with the model Aventador LP 700.4.

The new color edition designed for 50 ° Anniversario, Maggio Giallo (Yellow Mai) is a tribute to one of the favorite colors of Lamborghini customers beginning with the Miura, its name referring to the founding of Automobili Lambirghini in May of 1963. Giallo color Maggio is entirely new, with a particularly sparkle and is available exclusively for this edition. This paint layer structure includes a transparent and highly reflective particles that make the Aventador to shine, especially in sunlight. The front, rear and side sills are designed in two colors, yellow and black, which highlights the aerodynamic model Aventador. Wheels painted gloss black line perfectly fits the design of the car.

50 ° Anniversario Aventador LP 720-4 can be ordered in any color imaginable Ad individualization through the program personally.

The interior of the Aventador LP 720-4 50 ° Anniversario is upholstered with leather, semi-aniline and extremely fine. This leather, specially designed anniversary model is treated by a special process of tanning and coloring that accentuate the natural appearance and skin smoothness. Colors offered are inspired by Lamborghini origin, Emilia-Romagna region of Italy. The Nero Ade (Black) is combined with Terra Emilia, a shade of brown that evokes the region's land, being a color that accentuates the exclusiveness of this model. An alternative color is Giallo Quercus, a card that matches the exterior and emphasizes the sporty character of the car its name from yellow oak present on the coat of arms town Sant'Agata Bolognese. Available in both versions inside quotients Q-stitch-shaped diamond is offered for this anniversary model and highlights Italian craftsmanship found in the interior of the Aventador 50 ° Anniversario.   

At the 2013 Shanghai Auto Show, Lamborghini shows, too, and the Gallardo LP-560 50 ° Anniversario. It is painted in Opalis Bianco, a brilliant white and has exclusive elements such as carbon fiber spoiler from Gallardo Superleggera or transparent engine cover. Moreover, in Shanghai will be present and a Aventador LP 700-4 Roadster in color Bianco Isis and a Gallardo LP 560-4 Spyder in Grigio Telesto color.

All models Lamborghini produced in anniversary year 2013 will bear the emblem "50th Anniversary" on the board. Like any Lamborghini, this is achieved through a combination of cutting edge technology and traditional craftsmanship - the emblem is made of Forged Composite ®, a material patented carbon fiber Lamborghini. Symbol "50th" is then applied manually by experienced specialists.

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How the Volkswagen SUVs will show

Volkswagen has prepared for the Auto Show in Shanghai a concept named CrossBlue Coupe.The  Prototype design anticipates future range SUVs Germans

Shanghai Auto Show will offer the opportunity to VW shows the form that they take their future crossovers. It CrossBlue Coupe concept, an evolution of the prototype coupe allure CrossBlue Volkswagen Concept exhibited at the Detroit Auto Show this year.

The new prototype comes with a total length of 4.89 meters and a width of 2.02 meters and a wheelbase of 2.98  meters. Although they wanted to keep the mystery, avoiding a public official images, they will get on the Internet without the Germans.

The model to be presented in Shanghai is powered by a V6 engine with direct injection and turbocharging, assisted by two electric units. Powertrain delivers a total power of 415 horses. In this configuration, the SUV accelerates from 0 to 100 km / h in 5.9 seconds and promises a fuel consumption of just three liters per hundred kilometers. The model has a range in electric mode over a distance of 33 kilometers.

In terms of design, the interior shows a conservative design with a board with angular shapes and digital clocks. Outside, sporty stands that bring more aggression than current Volkswagen SUVs.

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The fastest convertible in the world comes from Bugatti

Bugatti Veyron Grand Sport Vitesse was named the fastest convertible in the world. Bolide reach a top speed of 408 km/h

 After he was kidnapped title for the fastest car in the world, Bugatti returned to media attention with a new record: the fastest convertible in the world, a title awarded by Veyron Grand Sport Vitesse.

Veyron Grand Sport Vitesse managed to reach a top speed of 408.84 km / h on the Ehra-Lessien circuit in Germany, where almost all models of Volkswagen subject tests new generation. At the wheel was Anthony Liu Chinese pilot and the record has been approved by the German organization TUV.

The specimen recorded performance is a Bugatti Veyron Grand Sport Vitesse series, painted in the colors orange and black, the same color retrieved and Super Sports coupe, known until recently as the fastest car in the world series.

Contributed to achieving the result of 8.0 liter W16 engine capable of delivering 1,200 horsepower and a maximum torque of 1,500 Nm delivered between 3,000 and 5,000 rpm.

To punctuate the event, will exhibit at auto home auto show in Shanghai a unique Veyron Grand Sport Vitesse, named World Record Car. Special Edition, built in a single copy may be purchased at modest price of 1.99 million euros.

 
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Maserati has prepared a rival for the BMW 5 Series and Audi A6

Maserati has released the first official pictures and information of the new Ghibli, the future rival fot the German models Mercedes E-Class, Audi A6 and BMW 5 Series. The official debut will take place next week at the Shanghai Auto Show.

Italians from Maserati will soon launch their first model in the segment E. Motion for customers with accounts created will be named Ghibli, is built on a shorter and bears the signature of the current Quattroporte Maserati creative office, which appealed to Lorenzo Ramaciotti former chief of the Pininfarina.

A premiere will take place in terms of engine, introducing the first diesel car home in the history of the brand. Thus, the offer will find the 3.0-liter V6 unit that is already on several models in the Fiat-Chrysler Group.

The offer will be completed by the powerful 3.0-liter V6 petrol, declined in two versions of power. The engine was designed under the direction of Paolo Martinelli, Head of Fiat engines, propellers were specialist with Michael Schumacher and Ferrari won awards in Formula 1.

Entry-level version will develop 330 horsepower, while the top version promises a total power of 410 horsepower. Will be a ZF automatic transmission with eight reports. Maserati proposes wheel drive model equipped with motorized top. .

As we had used, the interior is resplendent with luxurious details prexum Poltrona Frau leather upholstery as standard Bowers & Wilkins audio system and the optional list.

The new Maserati Ghibli will make its debut next week at the Auto Show in Shanghai. The automaker hopes to sell 50,000 copies a year.

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The new Mazda 6 had won the red dot design prize

The new Mazda6 received the red dot award 2013 offered internationally for outstanding design products.This way it adds another prize to Mazda flagship portfolio and KODO design theme,the soul movement.

Jury of 37 experts in design, competitive analysis based on the new criteria for choosing Mazda attributes such as high levels of innovation in design. KODO design philosophy is for the new generation of Mazda vehicles.

 Mazda has been rewarded with awards for design, occupying first place in the category of concept models from the German Design Council 2012 edition of Automotive Brand Contest with Takeri model, while the new Mazda6 was among the finalists World Car Design of the Year.

Based on the Takeri concept, the new Mazda6 shows the full range of SKYACTIV technologies and integrates the most advanced form of vision Sustainable Zoom-Zoom

The new Mazda6 is available at a starting price of 22 000 euros  for motorization Skyactiv-G 2.0-liter gasoline and 145 hp. Both body styles, sedan and estate, are offered at the same price.

For bi-turbo diesel engine 150 hp, interested customers must pay a starting price of 23.690 euros .

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Americans have created the fastest electric car in the world.

The fastest electric car series called Detroit Electric SP 01 and made the sprint from 0 to 100 km / h in only 3.7 seconds. The car is based on the Lotus Exige S.

An American company plans to launch the market's fastest electric production model in the world, with an acceleration from 0 to 100 km / h of 3.7 seconds. With a total power of 201 horses, the new Detroit Electric SP.

The model will be introduced in series production in 2014 and comes with a number of notable specifications: carbon fiber, advanced electric motor, a warranty of 30,000 miles, the equivalent of 50,000 km and a range of 300 kilometers.

Power will be transmitted through a gearbox with four reports, which will be chosen according to the driver's expectations. Batteries from aeronautical and have a capacity of 37 kWh. Batteries can be charged in less than four hours and autonomy is supported by the regenerative braking system.

The company expects an annual production of 2,500 units per year, the model is designed especially U.S. market. U.S. plans do not stop there, intending of launching new models by the end of next year.

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Nissan Juke Nismo, an example of sportsmanship

Nismo, Nissan's sports partner, chose to enter the European market with the help of the Juke model. Using common recipe models sport suspensions, chassis rigid self-extinguishing, sport steering wheel, aluminum crank, Nissan Juke Nismo offers incredible surprises. And it has no competitor in the compact class, crossovers

Nissan Juke Nismo is a compromise between the crossover car and sports car, and when we say sports car, it really is a sport car. Machine settings are not like a rally car, but in order to don't be any confusion, the specialists of Nismo had used a specification more soft.

Nissan Juke Nismo doesn't attract attention, especially on the street, but his hand is seen on the outside of processors: from Nismo logo on the grille, lower edges dyed red, aerodynamic mirrors, colored body, distinct rims 18 inches, sports are back and stop diffuser with central (F1 style) are elements that differentiate visually Juke Nismo car used, unprepared.

On the inside it is already another framework, but in the same film. Recaro type seats, with a lateral and lumbar support, small steering wheel (370Z) covered with leather and alcantara, revolution counter, aluminum brake pads rounded out, and the lack of the multitude, buttons complete the sport attitude of Nismo Nissan Juke.

What do we mean, neither inside nor outside, is what hides the car really, under the hood. Here we find a turbo engine 1.61.6 L gasoline DGI-T, capable of over 200 HP\/6000 rpm and a torque of 250 Nm\/2400-4800 rpm. Interesting is stated as the version with which we went we had continuous variation transmission report transmission (CVT) where Nissan has a recognized expertise.

The car driven by us has four-wheel drive for stability in cornering and growth dynamics in play. They have nothing to do, all-wheel drive system and settings with the car idling in off-road. Nismo Nissan Juke is a car full of asphalt or macadam, for those who understand leading-edge equipment and who know the cockpit.

In mixed freeway traffic (cruise control) + urban, I managed an average consumption of 11,6 l/100 km, but this information does not explain the character of the car. Nismo has managed in a crossover, which leads him in general, female sex to a male car meet. Just tough, but absolutely interesting.

Because they all have a price, the model that we talked about, Nismo Nissan Juke 1.6 L DGI-T you with four-wheel drive, the All Mode 4 x 4, and MCVT cost 29.040 euro.

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Skoda Octavia best selling model history of Czechs

Skoda Octavia history began in the winter of 1959 when, at the plant in Mlada Boleslav, started production of the two-door four-seater, designed to replace the Skoda 440, also known as the Spartak.

With an independent suspension and engine block a clever construction, Octavia became, in the early '60s, one of the stars of the sport on four wheels. Later, during dominated by the communist regime, 1960 - 1990, Skoda Octavia was promoted especially by participating in various competitions, winning class victories in the most famous rally in the '60s, '70s and '80s: 1000 Lakes, Acropolis , San Remo, Monte Carlo and RAC.

Octavia was the first model created on own after Skoda became part of the Volkswagen Group in 1991. Preparations began in 1992, but the new Skoda Octavia was presented to the public for the first time on the platform with the Volkswagen engine, only in April 1996

In February 1998 Skoda Octavia Combi is launched at the Geneva Motor Show, and in 2001 the Octavia RS, reinforcing promising sales success of the saloon of the same name.


Over time, the Octavia has gone through various stages of rebranding the Octavia Skoda Octavia I or the Skoda Octavia II, receiving a facelift in 2008 and culminating with the third generation Skoda Octavia released earlier this year ( 2013).

The third generation is be available for test drive in the showroom Brady since March 15, 2013.

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