Archive for October, 2008

GPR-S electric motorcycle launched by Electric Motorsport

GPR-S electric motorcycle launched by Electric Motorsport

Friday, October 31, 2008 15:13

Electric Motorsport has launched its GPR-S electric motorcycle in the US. The GPR-S electric motorcycle has been modestly priced at $8000.

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Alfa MiTo in UK soon

Friday, October 31, 2008 14:48

Alfa MiTo, the new sporty model from Alfa Romeo, will debut in the beginning of November the UK, ending Alfa car enthusiasts wait for a compact Alfa vehicle.  By November 1, bookings are expected to begin and it is expected that the Alfa MiT compacts will reach customers in January 2009.

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Nissan to test Intelligent Transport System (ITS) for safer driving

Sunday, October 26, 2008 12:42

Integrating cellular communications with vehicle telematics to help prevent pedestrian-related accidents, Nissan Motor will soon begin a large-scale community-based test of its Intelligent Transport System. Starting November 1, the automotive giant is expected to continue testing of the Intelligent Transport System up to December 27.

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VW launches BlueMotion Touran and Sharan

VW launches BlueMotion Touran and Sharan

Thursday, October 23, 2008 10:46

VW has unveiled its Touran and Sharan people carriers in the BueMotion range, adding to the range of seven seater vehicles.

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Chopped Cars – not what you expect!

Chopped Cars – not what you expect!

Tuesday, October 21, 2008 14:11

Car accidents are nothing to make fun of - as anybody who has been in accident would know with extreme clarity. Side impacts are the worst kind of accidents. Even luxury cars struggle to get decent ratings. Deaths are almost too easy. These are cases where the impact was to the side or middle of a car.

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2010 Toyota Prius photos revealed

2010 Toyota Prius photos revealed

Monday, October 20, 2008 14:18

Toyota has confirmed that the leaked photos of the 2010 Toyota Prius doing the rounds on the net, are indeed real. The 2010 Toyota Prius will be launched at the Detroit auto show in January 2009.

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Toyota Prius brand being lobbied for

Sunday, October 19, 2008 20:06

Japanese automotive giant Toyota is likely to make its Prius hybrid model  part of a separate brand. The company is has confirmed it is considering a new Prius brand. Smaller and larger hybrid cars may be built under the new Prius sub-brand.

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Connect Ithaca calls for driverlsss podcars

Friday, October 17, 2008 12:16

Connect Ithaca, a group of planning professionals, activists, and students, are pushing for driverless podcars as a new form of public transportation systems.

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Fiat Panda Active ECO and Dynamic ECO in UK dealerships

Fiat Panda Active ECO and Dynamic ECO in UK dealerships

Tuesday, October 14, 2008 20:27

The Fiat Panda has been unveiled for the UK market and it has already begun attracting rave reviews.

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Skoda brings spruced up Octavia to Paris show

Monday, October 13, 2008 18:55

The Paris Motor Show will see Skoda Auto showcase a spruced up version of the popular Octavia. The Octavia which has already earned a name as a best seller from the Skoda stables, has been given a face lift by incorporating a powerful design. The modern day Octavia has been spruced ...

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Mazda readies redesigned version of Mazda3

Mazda readies redesigned version of Mazda3

Friday, October 10, 2008 19:24

This November, as the curtains go up for the Los Angeles Auto Show, automotive major Mazda will officially unveil its new four-door saloon version of the all-new Mazda3.

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Mahindras SUV launch in US by Jan 2009

Mahindras SUV launch in US by Jan 2009

Friday, October 10, 2008 19:15

Mahindra and Mahindra of India, a successful manufacturer of pickup trucks, SUVs, tractors and people-carriers in India, is finalising plans for entry into the United States' SUV market by taking its sports utility vehicles there.

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2009 Harley Davidson V-Rod Muscle new Marisa Miller ad

2009 Harley Davidson V-Rod Muscle new Marisa Miller ad

Thursday, October 9, 2008 10:58

Harley Davidson released a new exclusive ad for its 2009 Harley Davidson V-Rod Muscle motorbike, on October 8, 2008. The ad that features Victoria's Secret supermodel Marisa Miller hopes to push sales of the 2009 Harley Davidson V-Rod Muscle motorbike and move beyond its traditional older American customer base.

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Maybach Landaulet at Paris Motor Show 2008

Maybach Landaulet at Paris Motor Show 2008

Thursday, October 9, 2008 8:17

On show at the Paris Motor Show 2008, the new Maybach Landaulet comes with an extra-large folding roof that opens up over the rear-seat passengers when required. Reviewers have lauded this feature calling it a majestic open-air experience currently unrivalled by any other automobile.

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Lamborghini Estoque unveiled at Paris Auto Show: Photo Gallery

Lamborghini Estoque unveiled at Paris Auto Show: Photo Gallery

Tuesday, October 7, 2008 15:43

Lamborghini unveiled its widely anticipated Lamborghini Estoque on October 2, 2008, at the Paris Auto Show.

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Smart Fortwo electric drive coming; Smart fortwo sales hit a million

Smart Fortwo electric drive coming; Smart fortwo sales hit a million

Wednesday, October 1, 2008 19:49

Celebrating its 10th year of production, luxury car brand Mercedes-Benz has unveiled the one-millionth special smart fortwo electric car, which will be will be donated to charity.

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VW shows of Pickup concept, precursor to Volkswagen Robust

VW shows of Pickup concept, precursor to Volkswagen Robust

Wednesday, October 1, 2008 19:43

In tune with its plans to roll out more commercial vehicles, automotive giant Volkswagen has lifted the wraps off the concept of its fourth model in the series. The new pickup truck is aptly called Volkswagen Pickup. The four-door double-cab concept Pickup was displayed at the 62nd IAA Commercial Vehicles Show in Hanover.

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