Candidat 2011 Car of the Year Award

The abject amount in Japan has been set at 3,764,250 yen (US $45,000 at today’s barter rates), with the burning tax included. That’s a lot of money, but, auspiciously for the Japanese, the EV is acceptable for a 780,000-Yen government incentive, which brings bottomward the amount to 2,984,250 yen or US $35,677.

It’s additionally absolutely absolved from the country's auto accretion tax and weight tax until budgetary year 2011. And that’s not all: as an EV that complies with the “Automobile Green Tax Scheme”, the Leaf’s auto tax is bargain by 50% for a aeon of 12 months.

Nissan able a few acceptable after-sales casework as well. For a account amount of 1,500 yen (US $18), the aggregation offers a “zero-emission abutment program”, which includes, amid added things, maintenance, charging at Nissan dealers, discounts for Nissan rent-a-car casework and emergency support.

2011 COROLLA AND MATRIX FACELIFT PRICE SPECIFICATION

Toyota has announced the retail price for the U.S. market facelifted 2011 Corolla and Matrix will soon be published in the 2011 e For 2011MY Corolla received some minor exterior and interior, and comes in three trim levels (Corolla LE and S), with prices from $ 15.600.
The bottom of the table begins to $ 18.545. The exterior changes for the latest Corolla is thin and is part of a redesigned grille, new bumper, wheel design and chrome. Inside, each equipped with a heater Corolla updated as part of a whole year. In addition, the LE version a metallic finish, heated mirrors, cruise control, keyless entry, good music and variable intermittent wipers. Top of the range S spoiler adds aluminum 16-inch rear and the body color.

REVEALED NEW LAMBORGHINI ESTOQUE SALOON

REVEALED NEW LAMBORGHINI ESTOQUE SALOON

It turns out we were right to take with a grain of salt as CEO of Lamborghini, Stephan Winkelmann told the British magazine Autocar, the Italian manufacturer would have given the green light to a concept four-door sedan inspired by the Estoque . "We have business opportunities outside the supercar,

and show that Rapier, Winkelmann said." I had a more enthusiastic response than we expected. It was time to see if the label can not escape their cars. Even now, people continue to send me an email to us to make the Estoque. Called Mr. Winkelmann Lamborghini had only two options for the third car in its class. a four-seater and four-door SUV But that does not exist in the transmission sector and the price is not really a luxury car "If something like the Estoque will be produced. The famous Italian automaker hopes to attract new customers to the brand of the car is more practical. "If we want to offer a third model that could be a"Primer" car, so people of our brand, "says Winkelmann. Csaba For Daradics

2012 CHRYSLER 300 SEDAN FULL SPECIFICATION

2012 CHRYSLER 300 SEDAN  FULL SPECIFICATION

Knowing that we live in a world of mutuality and "you scratch my back and I'll scratch, we are not surprised by the unveiling of the first year Chrysler redesigned 2012 300 Sedan,

courtesy of Motor Trend . For the record, the new business model is supposed to break cover Detroit Auto Show in January. In any event, the top of the Chrysler Group itself has decided that the world is quite worthy of some images can be viewed MT in the gallery by clicking the link here. Take a look and tell us what you think about the management style of 300, again in the comments below.

Ferrari's New 458 Challenge Bologna Motor Show

The 35th edition of the Bologna Motor Show in Italy, which runs the public on December 4th saw 12 to lift the lid Challenge Ferrari 458, an evaluation version of manufacturers of fire-no pun supercars. The 458 Challenge offers a series of updates on his street-legal racing worthy brother to do when it hits the network in 2011, a Ferrari make Cup races. During the competition, 458 Italia,

V8 with direct injection 4.5-liter is rated at 570 hp at 9,000 rpm intact, the engineers at Ferrari to change gears and calibration needs to improve its transmission with double clutch F1 gearbox more torque at low speeds off. Challenge 458 is used with Lock E-Diff electronic differential already on the road version, equipped with a first track, only Ferrari cars. Another first for a model Ferrari Challenge, acceptance of control of the company F1-Trac traction. Stay tuned for more photos as we week, we gave them at some point in the present.Why? Ferrari 599 GTO is from this week, so Ferrari buzzing swarm of journalists, we're sure they carry a couple of great pictures to dazzle us. Ferrari have the opportunity to photograph or strains carparazzi Challenge, the possibility is always in the air!

Leaked Land Rover Freelander 2 SD4 Sport Limited Edition 190HP

"The Freelander 2 SD4 Sport Limited Edition gives customers the features, performance and effectiveness of our best-selling compact SUV with a dramatic, sporty styling and overall package represents good value for money," says Colin Green, managing director of Land Rover in Germany. In the same way that Discovery 4 Landmark Special Edition,
the Freelander 2 THE SD4 replaced by a grid of black and divide by two of the three color options outside with her older sister, including Fuji Black and White Santorini, with the new brand Red Clay Florence, shown in the pictures. A subtle body kit and alloy wheels from 19 inches to improve the appearance of the car, while parking sensors front and rear are offered as standard. The interior can be dressed in Ebony or Ebony Windsor Napoli leather with contrast stitching and leather straps. Parts of a carpet dashboard piano black added a new two-tone field. The Limited Edition comes with a 190 hp diesel 2.2-liter four pot, combined with a six-speed automatic transmission, which can accelerate the car from standstill to 60 mph (96 km / h ) in 8.7 seconds.The top speed of 118 mph linked (190 km / h).

Caterham Superlight R500 Performance

Caterham Superlight R500 surprised the world in 2008 with its 263 hp 2.0-liter naturally aspirated four-piston sub-3, 0 seconds 0-60 mph sprint. That same year, has launched Top Gear racing driver,
The Stig, they went to the show at the end of a cycle test track in 1 minute and 17.9 seconds. This is the seventh fastest lap time officially recorded shows to shame heavyweights such as the Bugatti Veyron. But everything has an end, and today, Caterham has announced a special edition made its last trip next week active service before retirement. Caterham Cars' Marketing Manager, James Drake, said: "The R500 white and orange already made its place in history to ride is difficult, because the R500 was launched in 2008 worked to life, and we believe it is now having. time to come. It is still considered a car static display, but hard training day is over. We stop to take a short blackrmbands office, but it is always a sad day when his last public engagement is over. "What happens after this will be indicated on the diagram

VW Rough n' Tough Transporter Rockton 4MOTION

Meet the new Transportation Rockton, the newest member of the extended family of the Volkswagen Transporter full size. As the name suggests, Rockton and see a tougher version of the standard van with increased off-road capabilities. The combined variant is based on recently modernized and equipped with a Haldex-based all-wheel drive with a differential rear axle.

To improve off-road capability, engineers, Volkswagen has revised spring and damping, while increasing ground clearance 30 mm. And it was the standard version. But VW offers buyers two options expedition and protective packaging. Expedition option adds 16-inch all-terrain tires more on steel wheels and a second gear, which it claims "provides more power in off-road driving, with a personal sliding and removable seats finished with a special material. Those who are planning to take full advantage of Rockton Road, would cap, the base, which includes skid plates for engine and transmission, fuel, side skirts, rear exhaust and add.A multi-function container with a reception and a mesh partition to the cabin is also available.

Spy Shot 2012 Hyundai Azera Sedan Concept

The affordable large car segment is starting to get just a little overcrowded, and in a time where customers all around the world are downsizing to smaller midsize models, performance, fuel-economy and overall value is now more important than ever.

South Korea’s entrants in this field have been winning plenty of accolades lately, especially newcomers like the Hyundai Genesis and the recently revealed Kia Cadenza, and now Hyundai looks set to continue this trend with a replacement for its aging Azera sedan, designed to meet the Germans on their own ground with a dramatic new look and packed with technology and features inside. While official information around the new Azera, which will be sold as the Grandeur in its home market, remains scarce, one of our South Korean readers, Jinhwan H. claims that word around local news sites is that the car will be offered locally with a choice of three engines. These include the Sonata's 2.4-liter GDI with 200hp and 184.4lb-ft torque, a 3.0-liter V6 GDI delivering 263hp and 225.7lb-ft torque plus a 3.0-liter LPI running on Liquefied Petroleum Gas with 230hp, 204.7lb-ft torque.

Spy Shot 2012 Hyundai Azera Sedan Concept  

For the North American version there is talk about the 2012 Azera being offered with the 263HP 3.0-liter GDI V6 and a 3.3-liter GDI V6 producing 286HP and 254.6lb-ft torque, with power in both cases being transferred to the front wheels through a six-speed automatic transmission.

BBR Cosworth Mazda MX-5 MK3 supercharger specification

BBR–Cosworth Mazda MX-5 MK3 supercharger specification

Cosworth Inlet manifold housing
Eaton 4th generation MP62 Supercharger
Intercooler (Air to water)

High flow calibrated injectors
High flow air box, with high flow air filter
Competition high grade hoses and fixings throughout
BBR Auxiliary Interceptor 2010 engine control unit (ECU) with 3-D mapping and MAP sensor
BBR-Cosworth identification badges

2012 Audi A6 Sedan with 2.0TFSI Hybrid Engine

2012 Audi A6 Sedan with 2.0TFSI Hybrid Engine  New

The 204HP model completes the 0-100 km/h (62mph) sprint in 7.7 seconds and reaches a top speed of 240 km/h (149 mph). Average consumption in the EU cycle comes to 7.4 liters per 100 km (31.79 US mpg) with 172 g CO2 per km (276.81 g/mile).

The 3.0 TFSI sprints from standing to 100km/h in 5.5 seconds and reaches an electronically governed top speed of 250 km/h (155 mph). It consumes on average 8.2 liters per 100 km (26.7 US mpg) and emits 190 g CO2 per km (305.78 g/mile).

There are three diesel options starting with a redeveloped 2.0-liter four-cylinder TDI producing 177 hp and 380 Nm (280.27 lb-ft) of torque. In conjunction with a manual gearbox, it propels the A6 to 100 km/h (62 mph) in 8.7 seconds, then on to a top speed of 228 km/h (141.67 mph). In the EU cycle, it requires 4.9 liters per 100 km (48 US mpg) and emits 129 g CO2 per km (207.61 g/mile).

Next up in the diesel family is the 3.0 TDI V6 with 204 hp and 400 Nm (295.02 lb-ft) of torque. Paired with a multitronic transmission, it accelerates the A6 to 100 km/h (62mph) in 7.2 seconds and achieves a top speed of 240 km/h (149mph). Its average consumption is 5.2 liters per 100 km with a CO2 emissions level of 137 g per km (220.48 g/mile).

The top-of-the-line version of the 3.0 TDI churns out 245 hp and 500 Nm (368.78 lb-ft) of torque allowing the A6 to hit the 100km/h mark in just 6.1 seconds, continuing on to a limited top speed of 250 km/h (155mph). On average, this diesel powerplant uses 6.0 liters of fuel per 100 km (39US mpg) and emits 158 g CO2 per km (254.28 g/mile).

2012 Audi A6 Sedan with 2.0TFSI Hybrid Engine 

2012 Audi A6 Sedan with 2.0TFSI Hybrid Engine  Prototype

HONDA UNVEILS BRIO PROTOTYPE THE CITY CAR

In this few month, honda brio is ready to launch to public.The smallest Honda sold in the U.S. market is the 2011 Fit subcompact, its well-reviewed and enormously versatile five-door hatchback.

But other markets demand different types of cars, and today at the Thailand Motor Expo, the company unveiled the Honda Brio prototype, a lightly disguised version of a minicar it will put into production early next year for buyers in emerging markets PRESS RELEASE:

Honda Exhibits World Premiere of Honda BRIO Prototype, Honda's New Small Vehicle Developed for Asian Markets at the 27th Thailand International Motor Expo 2010

Bangkok, Thailand, November 30, 2010 - Honda debuted the world premiere of a prototype of Honda BRIO, the new small-sized vehicle developed for Asian markets and scheduled to be introduced in Thailand and India in 2011, at the 27th Thailand International Motor Expo starting November 30, 2010 (press day: November 30, public days: December 1-12.)

Honda BRIO Prototype is being developed with Honda's advanced technologies, while further advancing Honda's "man maximum, machine minimum" concept*1. Being developed as a commuter which is easy-to-use even in urban areas, the Honda BRIO prototype adopts an easy-to-handle compact body (length 3,610mm x width 1,680mm x height 1,475 mm) while ensuring enough cabin space achieved by highly efficient packaging. With this vehicle, Honda thoroughly pursued the creation of an advanced exterior form, which is compact while asserting a strong presence.

For the mass-production model, which will be an entry-level car, for which demand is increasing in newly emerging nations, Honda will develop unique versions for Thailand and India to reflect different customer needs in those markets. Moreover, with this vehicle, Honda will leverage the resources Honda has cultivated through its motorcycle business and utilize local sourcing of parts and materials such as sheet steel.

For the Thai model that is scheduled to be introduced in March 2011, the fuel economy of more than 5liters/100km*2 will be targeted so that the vehicle will qualify as an eco-car by the Thai government, and a starting price of approximately 400,000 baht will be targeted as well. For the Indian model that is scheduled to be introduced within 2011, local customer needs for a small car will be reflected and local content will be increased to create a model that achieves a good balance between vehicle performance and price.

"Honda would like to expand the joy of mobility to more customers in Thailand, India and other Asian countries through the introduction of a new small vehicle with compact and highly efficient packaging by utilizing our own experiences cultivated by motorcycle business here in Asia," said Takanobu Ito, President and CEO of Honda Motor.

2010 SUZUKI CONCEPT GSX-R4 VERSION

This is suzuki concept car assumed it is Suzuki since it has Suzuki logos all over Suzuki has premiered the 2010 Kizashi Turbo Concept which made its public debut April 30th on the Speed Channel's Test Drive program.

The concept was born out of the designs of Suzuki tuner Road Race Motorsports working with a pre-production Kizashi GTS. Road Race Motorsports added its own 16G turbocharger, high-flow intercooler, an extreme spray injector, a blow-off valve and a velocity air intake. All that takes the Kizashi up to a competitive 290 bhp (216 kW).

  is made by a student with good taste and skills. He drawn a sketch and made the clay model. It took 10 months to build it (April 06 - February 07). I don't remember if I saw it since it is 4 years old model(maybe one of the GSX-R4 version?) but I wouldn't mind if Suzuki would build such a great looking sports car.

J'S RACING S2000 THE EXTREME HONDA

J's Racing Honda extreme is a super well known tuning shop specializing in Honda / Acura vehicles. Their performance products are race tested repeatedly and proven for the durability and the effectiveness.

PPI has been distributing J's Racing parts since 2008 for North America. We are glad to help the Honda / Acura enthusiasts to modify their cars with the excellent parts from J's Racing.Stellar V Fit GE LED Tail Light Unit

Parts# ST5GEC Price $579.00 (A set of two)

This is the LED rear tail light unit used for J's Racing Fit GE. Made by Steller V, the total of 51 (each side) LED is utilized for the tail, blinker, and back-up light. With the vivid LED beam, your Fit GE presents a remarkable apperanace.

The product is available in both clear and smoked glass. The pics below are taken with clear glass.

Performance Intake Pipe for DC5 & EP3

Parts# ITC-T5 (DC5), ITC-P3 (EP3) Price $230.00

The stock intake hose made by rubber can be deteriorated easily due to the high lateral vibration of K20A engine and high temperature of the engine bay. A damaged hose could lead to a serious engine trouble.

J’s Racing new performance pipe is made by SFS Performance in England and is made of triple layers of polyester silicon for super durability. The product is not impacted by heat and pressure change and guarantees a smooth air flow. The red color accentuates the difference nicely. A bolt on replacement to the stock hose.

Expected release date - February 01, 2010

Sport Steering in Red [limited edition]

Red & Black Leather Parts#SSG-01-RDL Price $495.00

Suede & Red Leather Parts# SSG-01-RDSD Price $541.00

J's Racing offers its popular sport steering in either red/black leather or in suede/red leather for a limited production. The vivid Italian red leather will enhance your car's interior look significantly.

C304 Stainless (SUS) Exhaust System

Based on the feedback from the titanium exhaust system, C304 stainless exhaust system is created for higher horse power and great throttle response.

With the diameter of the main pipe either 60mm or 70mm, the emphasis is placed on the performance of the mid and top end of the rev. The main pipe is made of 1.2mm SUS 304 Stainless and the weight is minimized for a better acceleration and maneuverability. The surface of the silencer is well polished and has a titanium-like “Blue Polish Finish” with the beautiful gradation.