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The New Volvo S80 with updated driving dynamics and ride

Volvo is offering new Volvo S80 with introduction of two new chassis, the Comfort Chassis and the Lowered Dynamic Chassis, updating and improving ride and driving dynamics.
To be launched in summer 2009, the lowered Dynamic Chassis is being offered as standard on SE Lux and SE models giving option to buyer to specify Comfort [...]

The new BMW X5 M and X6 M set new performance benchmarks

Known for setting new benchmarks, BMW is introducing two powerful and dynamically capable models, the BMW X5 M and X6 M in a four-wheel drive package. As the first xDrive cars, both models take BMW into a new territory, while their twin-turbocharged 555hp V8 engine makes them the most powerful road-going M cars BMW has [...]

Truck maker Volvo to axe further 1,500 jobs

World’s second largest truck manufacturer Volvo would cut a further 1,543 jobs as it plans to curtail production due to sharp fall in demand across all main markets.
Volvo in a statement declared that employees working at Construction Equipment, Volvo Trucks, Powertrain and Penta units would be affected by this decision.
The company explained that sharp decline [...]

The New Volkswagen Golf GTD at Leipzig Motor Show

Volkswagen is presenting two cars to the enthusiasts, Volkswagen Golf GTI, which is now on the road and Volkswagen GTD, which is unveiled at the Leipzig Motor Show.
The diesel powered Golf GTD, having fuel consumption of 53.3 mpg and fuel tank capacity to run more than 650 miles per fill, accelerates to 62 mph in [...]

Citroen to launch New Citroen Nemo Multispace

A compact, versatile, environmentally-sensitive and attractively priced car, Citroen Nemo Multispace, has been introduced in the market by Citroen.
With fuel consumption of 60mpg, CO2 emission of 119g/km, 2,500 litre load space and £10,000 price tag, Citroen Nemo Multispace is the finest option to the customers who are more interested in good value for money and [...]

BMW 760Li with New V12 Engine to be launched in September

BMW will be launching its flagship model BMW 760Li, powered by all new 5,972cc V12 twin-turbocharged engine, in September 2009. It will be BMW’s first production car featuring new 8-speed automatic transmission, giving high performance in premium segment.
The V12, all-aluminium engine produces 544hp at 5,250 rpm and delivers 750Nm of torque from 1,500 rpm [...]

BMW suffers biggest fall in profits

BMW’s profits for last year slumped by nearly 90%, while Germany’s industrial output dropped by 7.5% in January 2009. The results indicate 4th quarter loss of €718m (£666m) which pulled BMW’s annual net profit down to €330m as against huge profit of €3.13bn it made in 2007. Revenues declined 5% to €56bn.
The car maker had [...]

The Volvo C70 Coupe-Convertible packed with extra appeal

Volvo is introducing Ice White four-seater C70 Coupe-Convertible adding extra appeal. Available to order with price tag of £24,495 OTR, it features extra equipment worth £2,350 over standard 2.0D S model.
Externally it sports eye-catching Ice White finish. Interior is decorated with black trim and aluminium inlays, while exterior appeal is enhanced with Midir diamond cut [...]

Ferrari introduces new Handling GTE package for enhanced sportiness

With its debut Ferrari 599 GTB Fiorano had set a new performance standard which has remained as benchmark for development of new sports car till this date. Ferrari is now introducing GTE Handling package (Handling Gran Turismo Evoluzione) for Ferrari 599 GTB to enhance its sportiness and handling.

The New Suzuki Alto now available in the UK

The UK car enthusiast’s wait for the new Suzuki Alto city car is over. The low emission car is now available for test drive and purchases at all the 147 franchise dealers of Suzuki automobile. The all new car from the Japanese manufacturer, which was launched on March 1, 2009, is the 5-door, lowest CO2 [...]