Renault Twingo Dolce Vita

Renault is to introduce a brand new Dolce Vita limited edition version of Renault Twingo aimed at active lady drivers looking for a small, chic car.

The Renault Twingo Dolce Vita exterior comes with the same bumper as the Dynamique equipment level, black headlamp masks and foglamps, Dolce Vita graphics on the foglamp surrounds, door pillars and door handle recesses, Pearlescent black exterior mirror housings and foglamp surrounds, plus black ‘Pirate’ wheel trims. The interior features a bright and cheerful colour scheme, including chrome buttons and interior door handles, as well as a vanity mirror for the front passenger.

Renault Twingo Dolce Vita available with a choice of two particularly frugal engines (1.2 LEV 16V 75 and dCi 65) which emit 119g and 113g of CO2/km respectively. Twingo Dolce Vita goes on sale exclusively in France from September 11, with prices starting from €11,050.

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Renault Koleos White Edition

The Renault Koleos White Edition is based on the Dynamique trim level and features two-tone leather upholstery as standard, as well as Carminat Bluetooth® DVD navigation, the Bose® Sound System, new aluminium alloy 18-inch wheels and a specific Mineral Beige body colour, plus chrome skid plates, extra-tinted rear glass and a rear lip spoiler. Prices range from €29,350 (dCi 150 DPF) to €32,850 (dCi 150 DPF 4×4 automatic). The new White Edition version sees the addition of a fourth equipment level to the model’s line-up: Expression, Dynamique, White Edition and Privilège.

The Renault Koleos White Edition is available in a choice of three colours: Mineral Beige (specific to the version), Argent Grey and Perlé White. The Renault Koleos White Edition is priced between 29,350 EUR for the dCi 150 DPF model and 32,850 EUR for the dCi 150 DPF 4×4 automatic top of the range version.

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Renault Fluence

Renault has confirmed that will launch a new saloon, Fluence and will be built on the existing assembly line at the Oyak-Renault plant in Bursa, Turkey, where the previous Mégane II saloon was produced. Renault Fluence comes with a 4,620mm long, 1,809mm wide, 1,479mm high and a wheelbase of 2,702mm, 530dm3 of boot space, more passenger space than any major rival, including 1,480mm of elbow room at the front and 1,475mm at the rear.

From launch, and depending on market, Renault Fluence will be available with a wide range of thrifty engines which are all a pleasure to drive. Two petrol engines, each available in two versions: 1.6 16V 110hp, with manual or automatic transmission and 2.0 16V 140hp, with manual or continuously variable transmission (CVT). Renault Fluence also comes with a choice of five variants of the 1.5 dCi diesel engine: dCi 85, dCi 90 DPF, dCi 105, dCi 110 DPF3, dCi 110 DPF with a new dual clutch transmission (DCT), available from the end of 2010.

Renault Fluence goes on sale in Turkey from November and will benefit from the Mégane II saloon’s class-leading reputation in three best-selling markets: Turkey, Russia and Romania. There are no plans to commercialise Fluence in the UK.

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Renault Kangoo be bop Z.E.

Renault Kangoo be bop Z.E. is derived from the production version of Renault Kangoo be bop and Z.E. Concept car which was unveiled at the 2008 Paris Motor Show, Renault Kangoo be bop ZE is equipped with low-energy LED front and rear lighting to optimize energy use. Meanwhile, the car’s aerodynamics have been significantly reworked to reduce energy consumption. Renault Kangoo be bop Z.E. sits on 18-inch full disc wheels, and its ground clearance has been lowered by 20mm compared with that of the production Renault Kangoo be bop.

Renault Kangoo be bop ZE is an all-electric zero emission vehicle. It is powered by a 60hp (44kw) electric motor which revs to 12,000rpm and boasts greater efficiency (90 per cent) than an internal combustion engine.

Renault Kangoo be bop Z.E. is charged via a Marechal-type socket located behind a flap at the front of the vehicle alongside the right-hand headlamp. The other end of the cable is fitted with a normal plug which connects to the mains supply.

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Report: Toyota 'Gs' performance division in the works

Be still our hearts. A Toyota post that doesn't involve a recall. Instead, we've got an unsurprising report about ToMoCo's plans to start a new, in-house performance division dubbed "Gs" sometime in 2010.

Earlier this month, Toyota trotted out three models wearing a new line of performance parts at the Tokyo Auto Salon under the "Toyota G Sports" moniker. While a bodykitted Prius isn't exactly our cup of Earl Grey and the tuned Mark X is about as interesting as a fire-breathing Camry, the (supposedly) turbocharged Toyota FT-86, fitted with a complete aero kit, suspension and brake mods kicked our salivary glands into overdrive.

Unlike the forthcoming Volkswagen R line, BMW's M division or Mercedes-Benz' AMG unit, the Gs line would be a joint collaboration between Modelista – which has been developing and supplying exterior components to the automaker – and TRD, which will handle engine, suspension and brake development with the help of Gazoo, the firm that helped to create the hybrid Mk. III MR2 for TAS.

G's will focus more on high-end components developed for the street and will likely sold as either a complete model (think Toyota FT-86 Gs) or available as separate components, similar to the Lexus F Sport line.

Whether these components or full models will make it Stateside remains to be seen, but when the FT-86 makes it to U.S. shores, we'd suspect Toyota – or more likely Scion – will offer similar equipment.

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Renault Clio Campus

Renault Clio Campus

The 2009 Renault Clio Campus is equipped with new flatblade-type windscreen-wipers, and the bigger exterior mirrors not only minimize blind spots but also comply with current rear view legislation. Dynamique versions come with body-color exterior door handles, exterior mirrors and rear hatch trim, with 15-inch Alyum aluminum alloy wheels and metallic paint available as options. The engine options available for the 2009 Renault Clio Campus include the 1.2 60 and 1.2 16V 75 petrol engine, the dCi 65 and the dCi 85 diesel units and the 1.2 60 LPG engine. Clio Campus sits between Twingo and Clio III in the Renault line-up and stands out as the range’s most compact five-door hatchback.

Renault Clio Campus

Renault Clio Campus

Renault Clio Campus

Renault Clio Campus

Renault Clio Campus

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Tonneau Cover — a real tuning for your truck

Truck are versatile multi-tasking vehicle. People buy truck because they can be used for hauling cargo, towing a trailer and carrying many members of the family. Some of the latest models trucks can even be used for formal activities because of their remarkable styles while maintaining its functionality as a heavy duty vehicle. Many stock models carry accessories such as chrome detailing or a tonneau cover, creating even more style and appeal.

Truck for business

Very many businessmen's rely on trucks to carry out their daily activities. Truck are also useful in farms for carrying farm produce and animals. And this is the main reason why improvements and careful maintenance should be done to optimize the benefits that can be derived from truck.

There are very plenty of truck accessories to choose from. They range from bull bars, running boards, emergency lights, tool boxes, visors, Roll N Lock etc. Choosing the really right accessories actually saves money & time and may ensure efficiency in the management of the truck.

Perhaps one of the more cost effective investments in car accessories for a truck is a tonneau cover. A tonneau cover is a cover for the bed at the back of a truck. Truck cover is used for protecting whatever things are placed at the back of the truck from the elements. Some kinds of truck tonneau covers include: aluminum, folding, fiberglass, roll-up, retractable and drop down covers. Other classifications of covers include sure-fit snap, snap soft, seal and peal, snap soft, quick hatch and tri-fold.

The TruXedo line of truck covers offers unique benefits for trucks owners. Also if you are a real Harley-Davidson fan, you can get a tonneau covers with the officially licensed Harley-Davidson logo.

TruXedo Deuce Tonneau Cover

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Shelby makes anniversary Ford Mustang

At auction of collection cars Barrett-Jackson known American company Shelby has presented the next tuning version of coupe Ford Mustang GT to the USA — GT350.

The car is constructed in honour of the 45 anniversary from the date of occurrence of first classical "Mustang" Shelby GT350 which have made in number of 562 copies. The new model will be collected in number of 2200 pieces.

Ford Mustang for Barrett-Jackson

Experts of company Shelby together with racing division of company Ford have finished standard 5-l 8-cylinder engine "Mustang" power of 412HP, having completed muscle car a firm mechanical supercharger. It has allowed to increase engine return approximately to 500HP. The unit works together with a 6-step mechanical transmission. Dynamic characteristics of a novelty which at auctions Barrett-Jackson has been presented in the form of the concept car ready to a batch production, yet are not informed.

Coupe Shelby GT350

Also the new Mustang has received the modernised suspension bracket (there were new springs, extensions of racks and other stabilizers of cross-section stability), 6-piston brake mechanisms Baer on a forward axis, final system Borla, wheel disks Cragar with tyre covers Goodyear, and also new registration of a forward part of a body, and additional control devices on a forward rack in the salon, responsible for pressure of fuel, oil and pressurisation.

According to representatives Shelby, the serial car will appear at dealers in the spring of this year. Cost of completions will make $33,995US. We will notice, that the prices on usual Ford Mustang GT in the USA begin with a mark in $30,000US, and full cost Shelby GT350 turns out more than at 540-strong "Mustang" Shelby GT500.

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Fesler-Moss modernises new Camaro

Company Fesler-Moss has presented a new tuning package for modern Chevy Camaro 2010.

Chevrolet Camaro 2010

The package includes the modernised rigid suspension bracket, carbon inserts in a radiator lattice, and also in forward and back headlights, Body Kit from carbon, firm brakes and 22-inch wheel disks from Fesler. From carbon elements, such as a cowl, a spoiler and a petrol tank are offered some more.

Chevy Camaro by Fesler-Moss

In salon too offer not only a qualitative skin, but also carbon inserts. Experts of the company are ready to place engine LS9 V8 from Corvette ZR1 if it is necessary for the client. The package price makes an order of $50,000 dollars without the account of cost Camaro SS for which it is necessary to lay out $30,000 more.

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Gearhead Performance has revived Trans Am from Camaro

Gearhead Performance prepares a remark legendary Pontiac Firebird Tran Am on the basis of modern Chevy Camaro 2010. And if projects Lingenfelter 455 T/A Concept and ASC Creative Services Firebird are stylised under Trans AM 1970, i.e. the first generation present from Gearhead Performance Group, as well as project Phoenix T/A, remind Pontiac Firebird the sample of 1977-78.

Gearhead Performance Group 2010 Pontiac Trans Am

Gearhead Performance Group 2010 Pontiac Trans Am has received a new forward part in style of 1977, an air inlet on a cowl, 22-inch wheel disks and it is final, the image of a phoenix on a cowl, as at classical Trans AM.

Base variant Gearhead T/A will be equipped 426-strong V8 by volume 6,2 litres which is standard for Camaro SS. At will of the client experts Gearhead Performance will supply legendary muscle car high-efficiency LS9 V8 and will strengthen power of the engine twice. The power unit will be also 6,2-l, but supplied with system twin turbo and giving out 900HP.

Legendary Trans AM

Judging by the information on the official site, the first similar car is almost ready to sale.

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Renaultsport Mégane 250

New Mégane Renaultsport 250 is powered by a new-generation two-litre 16-valve turbocharged petrol engine which boasts maximum power of 250hp at 5,500rpm and peak torque of 340Nm from 3,000rpm. The sum of the different improvements made to this engine has produced a gain of 20hp and 40Nm over Mégane R26.R which itself emerged as the yardstick in the world of performance hatches. The Renaultsport engine’s twin-scroll turbo is exceptionally responsive, particularly at lows revs, with 80 per cent of maximum torque available from 1,900rpm. Its wide power band makes it a genuine joy to drive in everyday use, and the pleasure remains undiminished all the way up to the rev-limiter whenever it is pushed a little harder. The engine of New Mégane Renaultsport 250 transmits its power through a six-speed manual gearbox.

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In 2010 company Ford will update Mondeo

Company Ford plans to present updated family Mondeo (sedan, hatchback, universal) in the end of 2010. Espionage photos of a prototype of the future novelty have been published by Dutch edition Autoweek.

Ford Mondeo 2010

Predictably, Mondeo will receive only minor alterations in appearance: a new forward bumper with the big trapezoid air inlet, the modernised lattice of the radiator, new headlights with light-emitting diode section and modifed back lanterns.

The main change in a technical stuffing restyling the car — occurrence of a new 2-l turbo-engine of series EcoBoost which will replace with itself the 2,5-l five-cylinder engine. The 2-l engine will develop 203HP and 300Nm of the twisting moment and begins to be completed with the robotised transmission with two couplings (PowerShift).

Besides, in a ruler of 2-l diesel motors replenishment at the expense of 163-strong updating (it will be accessible only in Europe) is expected.

New Ford by American design studio

As it was informed earlier, completely new generation Ford Mondeo will appear in the market not earlier than 2014. New Mondeo it is planned to construct on the same platform, as the present car, however at new Ford Mondeo the sizes of wheel base and length of a body, and also a track of forward and back wheels will change.

American design studio Ford is engaged in working out of following generation Ford Mondeo.

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There were espionage photos updated Hyundai Elantra

Spies of group CarPix have photographed a test prototype of model Hyundai Elantra of 2011, arrived on winter tests somewhere in the north of Europe, writes WorldCarFans.

Without cardinal changes...

The analysis of espionage photos has shown, that new Elantra will cardinally differ from existing model. As writes the edition, the line of a roof and a car profile are similar to the updated sedan Sonata presented in September, 2009 in Korea.

New Sedan Hyundai Elantra

Presumably new Elantra will receive in a base complete set a 1,6-l turbo-engine with a 6-step mechanical transmission. On the market the model will arrive in the end of current year.

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