Automotive Automobile: May 2010

Friday, May 28, 2010

BMW Alpina B7 2009

The Alpina B7 weighs 4,312 lb (1,960 kg), still lighter than the 750i or Li production models and it sits on some beautiful Alpina-style 21 inch wheels. All that power and balance needs to be kept in place, so Alpina packs the B7 with 245 and 285 tires.
As expected, the interior design sufffered minor modifications, in line with Alpina’s design ideas. No pricing has been announced yet, but do expect the B7 to be over $100,000.

BMW Alpina B7

Alpina Motors

Worldcarfans published a set of spy shots featuring Alpina's new version of its luxury high performance sedan B7, based on the latest F01-platform 7-Series BMW. Powered by a supercharged version of BMW's 4.4L V8 engine, the B7's powerplant is rumored to put out more than 500 hp. The official unveiling of the new Alpina B7 is scheduled for the Geneva Motor Show next month.

Alpina

Alfa Romeo Sports Racer

The Alfa Romeo Diva Concept was revealed at the Geneva Motor Show earlier this year. The Alfa Romeo Diva Concept was developed in a joint effort beween Fiat Auto’s R&D arm Elasis, the Alfa Romeo style center and the Espera design school. It was built to celebrate the Espera design school’s 10th anniversary.

Alfa Romeo

Toyota Hilux 4x4 Trucks

The Commercial Vehicle Show at the National Exhibition Centre in Birmingham on 15 April will mark the debut of a range-topping version of the Toyota Hilux for the UK market thatâ€™ll be produced in just 500 units. It is equipped with the 3.0-litre D-4D engine that already features in the Hilux Invincible, but thanks to a Toyota Motorsport diesel-engine performance kit, maximum output is increased from 171 Hp to 197 Hp and maximum torque from 343Nm to 430Nm. With the new power kit, the zero to 62mph acceleration time is cut from 13.0 to 10.5 sec.The special edition Hilux 3.0D-4D also features new 15-inch alloy wheels and stainless steel mesh grille while the cabin is finished in a special two-tone grey leather, with heated front seats. Sales will begin in the UK this summer.

Toyota Hilux

Toyota Fortuner 2009

The Much Awaited SUV from Toyota’s stable is all set to roll out in India. The Toyota Fortuner which has kept the Indian market waiting for quite sometime now would be screaming through the Indian terrain by this year end. This one would be the face lifted version which was recently launched in Malaysia & it would for sure be a treat to drive. Built on the IMV platform as the Innova & Hilux, it would be assembled in India at its Bidadi factory in Bangalore. This would result in an aggressive pricing to compete with CRV & the Captiva. It would be available in 2.7V Petrol & 2.5G Diesel variants. The petrol version would have 4-cylinder, in-line 16-valve, DOHC, VVT-i engine where-as the diesel one would have DOHC Turbo diesel. Both the variants would come with only auto transmission in its 2009 face lifted version.

Toyota Fortuner

Toyota FJ Cruiser Gallery

Toyota FJ Cruiser

Wednesday, May 26, 2010

Audi R8 Spider 2010

Minor camouflage and a canvas rooftop let you know that drivers will soon have the chance to pony up the admission price for a production model Audi R8 drop top.
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Engine wise, expect the V8 first then the almighty V10. Could the new R8 Spyder be the hottest production convertible ever

Audi R8 Spider

Toyota RAV4 New Cars 2010

Toyota Motor Company plans to hybridize all of their vehicles by 2020. With the prius enjoying solid control of the mid-size hybrid car market, the hybrid camry owning the full-size category, and the hybrid highlander doing well among mid-size SUVs, coloring the Rav4 green seems like a savvy next move. The current small hybrid SUV leader is the Ford Escape, so it might be the closest competitor for Toyota should they decide to bring a Rav 4 hybrid to the states. At the same time, rumors of Honda building a hybrid CRV surface now and then, and it wouldn’t surprise me to hear them again in the next few months.

Toyota RAV4

Used Toyota Trucks Gallery

The Toyota Tundra is a BIG truck with a Big bite. This truck works hard and plays hard. Most people who own these trucks need them for lawn mower/landscaping service, pool service or any other business that needs a heavy duty truck. And with that in mind you need to think about the best products to keep the Toyota Tundra running its best. That product is AMSOIL.

Used Toyota Trucks

used toyota trucks

Toyota Highlander 2010

The Toyota highlander was redesigned in 2008. The current 2008 Highlander was bit larger than its predecessor models. This model was also equipped with powerful V6 engine along with an updated styling. The fuel economy of Highlander model was increased in its 2008 model.
The current Toyota highlander model is offered with a seven passenger seating capacity. There is also a seat suitable for the children. The Highlander model is offered in three types of trim levels- Limited, base as well as Sport.
Features
The Base model has enough standard features to attract its buyers. The sports variant is offered with a sport tuned suspension, bigger wheels and many more luxurious features. The Limited variant Highlander is equipped with leather upholstery, softer suspension system in comparison to Sports models along with an impressive interior design features. Moreover, there is also a hybrid powered Highlander available in the market.
Engine
The highlander comes with a standard 2.7 L, 4-cylinder engine fro its base trim level model. This vehicle generates power up to 187 hp. The other trim levels are offered with a 3.5 L V6 engine. They generate power up to 270 hp.