2011 Opel Astra Sports Tourer Reviews with Pictures

Opel is keeping busy, and aside from moving into a handful of new markets and pulling the sheets off of a hot concept, the German manufacturer has been whittling away on its wagon interpretation of the company's Astra. The 2011 Astra Sports Tourer wears the brand's trademark nose and sculpted sheet metal, but throws in an arching roof line for good measure. Inside, buyers can look forward to a set of snappy folding seats in the rear Opel claims should help make the car appealing to both families and small businesses looking to haul goods.
The prime aspect of the estate vehicle remains its cargo area that offers 1,550 liters of space to house all your luggage. Credit goes to new Flex Fold Rear Seat system, which allows each section of the 60/40 split-fold rear seat backs to be lowered at the press of a button located in the side walls of the cargo compartment.
Some of the other features include the adaptive mechatronic Flex Ride chassis, the AFL+ adaptive forward lighting, the ergonomic front seating systems and the Opel Eye front view camera syste. Also under development is a next-generation Flex Fix integrated rear bike carrier, which company plans to introduce for the Sports Tourer next year.

Opel has ripped the lid off the new 2011 Opel Astra Sports Tourer, ahead of a planned public debut at the Paris Motor Show in October. Along with the car, Opel is introducing a new 1.4-liter turbocharged petrol engine that produces either 118 horsepower (88 kW, 120 PS), or 138 horsepower (103 kW, 140 PS).

Eight different engines, both petrol and diesels, will be sold on the Sports Tourer. The engines range in power output from 94 hp (70 kW, 95 PS) to 177 hp (132 kW, 180 PS). At the top of the diesel lineup is a 2.0-liter CDTI unit that delivers 158 hp (118 kW, 160PS) and up to 380 Nm of torque when the over boost function is enabled. A six-speed manual transmission looks to come standard on the car, though a six-speed automatic is available on some models.

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2010 Mitsubishi ASX Details and Some Nice Pics

Mitsubishi ASX represents the brand’s move towards on-road crossovers, a move inspired by research showing that buyers of its Out lander big brother cross-shopped D-segment sedans rather than midsized SUV/CUVs. The C-segment ASX will be called the RVR in Japan and the Out lander Sport in the US market. And though the ASX’s front-end is allegedly inspired by the Mitsubishi Heavy Industry F2 fighter, it looks remarkably similar to BMW’s recently-launched C-segment crossover, the X1. Which kind of makes sense, considering the F2 is actually just a modified F-16. Imitation is the most commercially viable form of flattery.
The 2011 Mitsubishi Out lander Sport crossover will be available at Mitsubishi dealerships later this year, and will carry a 2.0-liter 4-cylinder engine instead of a 1.8-liter turbocharged engine found in the European model. The 2.0-liter engine gets an estimated fuel economy of 31 mpg highway, so we can safely assume that city driving will be around 23 mpg. And that is in the same fuel economy rating as the Ford Equinox, which is not bad at all. Option for an all-wheel-drive version will also be offered; unless it comes with a bigger engine, we don’t recommend it. No pricing is available yet for this attractive 2011 Out lander Sports crossover, but what we have experienced in the past is that Mitsubishi’s pricing is very competitive. The 2011 Mitsubishi Out lander is not alone in the 2011 sales, it will be up against top contenders like the Honda CR-V, Toyota Highlander, and the new 2011 KIA Sportage.
The base model comes with 16-inch alloys, keyless entry, cloth seats, soft-touch dash and front door surfaces, CD/MP3 player with AUX and USB ports, ABS-assisted disc brakes, four-wheel independent suspension, seven airbags including a knee bag, and an optional panoramic glass roof with mood lighting along the sides.

The top model gets 17-inch alloys, a front lip spoiler, intelligent entry with starter button, HID headlights, leather upholstery and a 7-speaker stereo with sub woofer, among other items.

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2010 Mini E Review with Wallpapers

Mini has released the full technical details for the all-electric version of its two-door Cooper hatch, which is set to be delivered in an initial batch of 500 examples to customers in the United States later this year. BMW is using its Mini brand to test the waters with its electric powertrain technology but the vehicle was also developed in order to meet new California regulations that require car makers to offer zero emission vehicles.
On the track the MINI accelerates with gusto and it is a unique experience to only have to modulate the accelerator to make turns through the autocross course. Fact is it probably made the electric the easiest car to drive fast, unless you were used to left foot braking techniques. The biggest different be it and the Cooper S I found was the under steer the MINI E exhibited in the sharp 90 degree right turn. This has also been recorded by other drivers and is likely do to the added weight from the battery and the difference in where the weight is placed in the car. Something tells me the tires play a roll in this too.
Initially, the Mini E will be offered only in the Mini sedan body style, no Clubman or convertible models. The American-made AC Propulsion system uses 5088 lithium-ion cells in the space normally filled by the rear seats. The 201 horsepower electric motor, which makes 143 foot-pounds of torque, the power control electronics, and the inverter, which turns DC current into AC and back again are under the hood.

BMW says a fully charged Mini E has a driving range of about 160 miles, well within the round-trip commuting range of many American drivers. Top speed is said to be governed to 95 mph and 0-60 acceleration is electronically limited to about eight seconds, to preserve battery power. Regenerative braking charges the battery every time the brakes are applied.

2010 Mini E Side view
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Isuzu Truck F-Series Overview with Pictures

The market today requires a truck that can accommodate a wide variety of applications. We at isuzu,we faced this challenge through our series F, which provides great comfort, easy maintenance and low emissions. The result is a line of trucks that can do the job with ease and efficiency. Our F-Series trucks are built to work in harmony with the driver, environment and application. Therefore we call upon the F series the “Perfect Companion” for a new era of advanced engineering trucks to meet the needs of customers in a constantly changing marketplace.
A modular approach to cab design and construction means that the Isuzu’s F-Series and FX-Series models all share the same cab. The cab only appears more ‘aggressive’ on the FX-Series as it has been positioned slightly higher and more forward to accommodate a much larger engine. There is also no difference between the F-Series and FX-Series in terms of interior cab layout. The benefit is considerable in holding in parts for cabs across 18 truck models. All models are fitted with standard air-conditioning, radio and electric-powered windows that will please drivers and reduce fatigue while added personal safety comes from a driver’s airbag.

A standard 400 liter fuel tank provides adequate range for medium-haul applications while a very competitive oil-change interval of 20000km minimizes downtime for servicing.

Craig Uren, Isuzu Truck South Africa Chief Operating Officer concludes – “The new Isuzu FX-Series at the top of the F-Series range now completes our model line-up. We are able to offer GVM and matching power for every application and terrain. There are many areas of Southern Africa where trucks need the additional torque, GVM and GCM that our new FX-Series models offer – it’s all part of a transport solution where our real focus is on parts and service. The new FX-Series really places Isuzu’s product offering in a formidable position.”
The design enhancements to the new F series are part of a ceaseless effort to produce the ultimate transporter in today's ever-changing market. A commitment to supplying top-quality commercial vehicles take into account not only demand and trends, but also changes in the working environment in the 21st century.

The redesigned cab offers better access, superb seating support; more headroom and a spacious wide open feeling. The easily scanned instrument panel, handy combination switches and larger windshield give a true sense of luxury behind the wheel.
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BMW M6 WALLPAPER

BMW M6 Coupe Wallpaper - The BMW Concept 6-Series Coupe is becoming a popular choice among car artists to flex their rendering muscles and work on what the next-generation BMW M6 ought to look like. We’ve already seen one rendering a few weeks ago that was based on the just-revealed Concept 6-Series Coupe. This time, Bimmerpost’s Alpine325ci takes a stab at his own version of the future M6.

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BMW M6 WALLPAPER

BMW M6 FOR DESKTOP WALLPAPER

Just like most of the  BMW M6 models we’ve seen in the past, Alpine325ci incorporates a number of design elements that are usually found in the M6, including a redefined bumper, fresh side skirts, and allow wheels, all of which he decided to add to the Concept 6-Series Coupe. Comparing it to the other rendering we saw before, Alpine325ci’s take looks fresher and less intimidating than the other rendering. Make no mistake, both score aces on our scorecard, although if we’re going to pick one, we’d choose this by a very slight margin.

2011 Dodge Challenger V10 Mopar Drag Pak Details and Pics

The new race-only V-10 powered rear-wheel drive 2011 Dodge Challenger V10 Mopar Drag Pak features an 8.4-liter 512 cubic-inch engine with a 2-speed automatic transmission.

The Dodge Challenger V10 Mopar Drag Pak features a Bright White paint scheme with color options. The Manufacturer’s Suggested Retail Price (MSRP) is $85,512 and production begins early next year.

Based on the 2011 Dodge Challenger and finished in a Stock Eliminator and Super Stock configuration, the 2011 Mopar Challenger V-10 Drag Pak is the first and only 500-plus cubic-inch V-10 drag-race package car. The car features competition wheels and tires, a Mopar solid rear axle with performance gear ratio, a 2-speed drag race transmission with integrated roll control, a complete competition fuel system with fuel cell, and a complete interior with gauge package.
he Dodge Challenger V10 Mopar Drag Pak features a Bright White paint scheme with color options. The Manufacturer’s Suggested Retail Price (MSRP) is $85,512 and production begins early next year.

Mopar offers three options with this vehicle. First, the Competition Package includes an eight-point roll cage, six-point safety harness and a mesh window net (MSRP: $7,950, part number P5155820). Second, a Mopar logo body wrap (MSRP: $950, part number P5155892) and a range of body colors (MSRP: $6,800, part number P5155893). With the Competition Package, the car is ready to go down the drag strip.

2011 Dodge Challenger V10 Mopar Drag Pak Wallpaper
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New Bentley Continental GT Supersports

New Bentley Continental GT Supersports

2010 Bentley Continental GT Supersports The Continental GT Supersports is the fastest, most powerful Bentley ever built. It can also run on ethanol, for reduced carbon emissions. Bentley Motors Bentley’s comeback-kid Continental GT, introduced in 2004, was better known as a grand tourer than a jagged-edged racetrack scamp. Then came the GT Speed, which added more power and nimble road manners, and it became the first Bentley to reach over 200 miles per hour. Then, a 24-month skunkworks project yielded the Supersport, an even more powerful variant that’s also lighter and, set up to run on ethanol – large quantities of it - emits less CO2.

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