Over 60 vehicles vied for the 2009 Scottish Car of the Year award but in the end it was Tata Motors’ Land Rover Discovery 4 which stood tall. Now on sale for about £31,995, the Land Rover Discovery 4 boasts of appealing features that include 3.0 liter TDV6 powertrain and state of the art technology add-ons with the likes of a Surround Camera System, Gradient Release Control, Tow Assist and a Push Button Start system. The Land Rover Discovery 4 garnered the most votes for its go-anywhere capability and premium package.

(Source) Wheels Unplugged

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To most of us who have seen the Nissan X-Trail already, this piece of news should not be confused for a new version. Rather, the second generation Nissan X-Trail is a dead ringer for the old one although it comes with a revamped interior and the instrumentation panel has been repositioned to be in the usual driver’s side. This second generation Nissan X-Trail will make its debut at Thailand, coming with a 2.0 liter engine, an XTRONIC CVT transmission aided by a 6 speed manual transmission. From the looks of it, Nissan may be spreading the Nissan X-Trail in other parts of Asia, with Malaysia probably being the next stop. The new batch of Nissan SUVs will be coming from Indonesia.

(Source) Paul Tan

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It looks like Porsche Cars North America is set to unveil a third member for its Boxster line with the 2011 Spyder. The 2011 Porsche Boxster Spyder is all set to make its debut at the LA Auto Show on December 2, 2009 for a selling price of $61,200. Among the striking features of the 2011 Spyder include a 3.4 liter engine, 320HP, 6 cylinder motor with direct fuel injection and a suspension that has been lowered to 20mm.

It will also be sporting a lightweight frame thanks to aluminum doors and interior door panels which weigh less than 176 lbs. It also gets 10 more horsepower as well than the S. Other than that, all other questions in mind should be answered once it makes its formal debut at the LA Auto Show so be sure not to miss it!

(Source) Auto Insane

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In what has been tagged as the most expensive car ever to come out of, the Lexus LFA Supercar took the Tokyo Motor Show by storm and dwarfing other car manufacturers on hand. The Lexus LFA is a limited edition supercar that will retail for a whopping $375,000. It features a lightweight carbon-fiber reinforced polymer body as well as suspensions made of lightweight-aluminum alloy. It also has carbon-ceramic breaks which all comprise its even allocated weight distribution of 48:52.

Other highlights of the Lexus LFA include a 4.8 liter V-10 engine paired with a 6-speed transmission which be sufficient for its boasted top speed of 202 MPH. Production for the limited edition Lexus LFA supercar will start December 10, 2010. Orders are now being taken at the Lexus LFA website.

(Source) New York Times

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Kia Motors America unveils its latest vehicle to roll out at the West Point, Georgia facility with the 2011 Kia Sorrento CUV. The new 2011 Kia Sorrento CUV carries a modern CUV design fit for the common motorists of today. The vehicle can accommodate up to 7 passengers and is longer than previous Kia Sorrento models. It is available in 2 engine options, a 2.4 liter 4 cylinder and a 3.5 liter V6 engines, both complimented by a six-speed automatic transmission. Other features include AM/FM/CD/MP3/Sat audio system with SIRIUS Satellite Radio capabilities with three months complimentary service.

(Source) Press

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Nissan unveils its own ticket to the growing number of vehicles aiming to provide space and transportation with the 2010 Nissan Rogue Krom. It comes armed with the usual features like the 2.5 liter 4-cylinder engine, Nissan’s advanced Xtronic CVT (Continuously Variable Transmission), Vehicle Dynamic Control (VDC), 4-wheel disc brakes with Anti-lock Braking System (ABS) and an intuitive All-Wheel Drive system.

The Nissan Rogue Krom falls in the category of compact sports utility vehicles such as the Toyota Fortuner, Kia Carens and the Honda CRV. The Nissan Rogue Krom will be available in three color choices namely, Venom Red, Wicket Black, and Gotham Gray.

(Source) Auto Blog

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Thanks to its bold styling and remarkable technology features, the 2010 Kia Forte Koup has been adjudged the “Best of the 2009 Orange County Show” by NADAGuides.com, being only one of five cars to be honored at the said show. The first-ever two-door coupe is the latest addition to the Kia Motors lineup which follows the footsteps of slightly larger four-door sedans released by Kia Motors America. The Kia Forte Koup is available in EX and SX models and comes powered by a 2.0 (EX) or 2.4 (SX) liter inline four cylinder engine, 156 horsepower and a multi-port electronic fuel injection. Other highlights include Bluetooth connectivity, AM/FM MP3 audio systems and SIRIUS Satellite Radio service.

(Source) Press

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Toyota has unveiled a mean and green new sporty concept car with the Toyota FT-86. The car boasts of a 2 liter boxed engine courtesy of Subaru and is a rear-¬wheel drive that may yet rekindle the old AE86. This lightweight concept car aims to be a greener option for motorists who prefer a vehicle that is eco-friendly and stylish at that. The Toyota FT-86 concept car will be put on display at the Tokyo Motor Show from October 24 to November 4.

(Source) Press

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The 2010 Lotus Exige S240 was officially unveiled in the U.S. and Canadian markets, bringing a new transport solution for conservative and super-charged car fanatics. It comes with a new type of styling with its new rear wing enhancements for efficient aerodynamic performance. This light weight vehicle also boasts of new air intakes to ensure vehicle ride efficiency. Other highlights include a fully independent suspension, a supercharged 1.8 liter Lotus-tuned and 2ZZ-GE engine with Intelligent Variable Valve Timing (VVT-i), airbags and an on-board tire pressure monitoring system. For access and security, the Lotus Exige S240 also comes with a “Thatcham approved” alarm/immobiliser system that incorporates alarm and central locking.

Scheduled to come out this fall, the 2010 Lotus Exige S240 will start at $65,690.

(Source) Manual Gear

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For motorists and practical consumers, the turn towards efficient vehicles does not only cover the fuel consumption that is being discussed widely by car enthusiasts today. As we know, a lot of talk has been targeted towards the compact space that most cars (especially the electric vehicles) provide today. But don’t tell that to Toyota as they have their own share of ideal solutions such as this 2010 Toyota Sienna XLE AWD. It exemplifies the traditional vehicles for accommodating families in their transport needs.

The Toyota Sienna comes packed with the traditional Toyota concept along with great features as well. For room, there is no question that space has been thoroughly considered. This includes luggage compartment space along with foldable seats and adjustable center consoles for more passenger room. It is powered by a 3.5 liter V6 engine with a 5 speed automatic transmission. The 2010 Toyota Sienna is definitely a car worth considering, particularly for families who want a sensible vehicle to use.

(Source) The Auto Channel

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One of the most anticipated cars set to come out, the 2010 Chevy Camaro has chosen ExxonMobil’s Mobi 1 as the factory and service fill endorsed motor oil for its new line of vehicles. The new 2010 Chevy Camaro is equipped with the high-performance Corvette-inspired LS3 engine, which is a 6.2 liter, V-8 engine that can deliver up to 426 horsepower enabling the Camaro to accelerate from 0-60 mph in 4.7 seconds. It is available in either a six-speed manual or six-speed automatic transmission and gets an estimated 24 mpg on the highway.

With such a powerful engine from one of the highly anticipated cars set to be released, there is no question why Mobi 1 was selected. The 2010 Chevy Camaro is set to be released by 2010 in North America. A convertible version will also be available by 2011. The vehicle is currently available in Middle East.

(Source) Press

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Make room for another luxury car in the market as the 2010 Jaguar XJ has been revealed. Similar to the tradition that Jaguar has brought to the world of luxury cars, the 2010 Jaguar XJ offers a mix of seductive look and performance stemming from the light weight aluminum body that it now comes in.

The 2010 Jaguar XJ will be available starting December for $72,500.

The complete lineup:

• 5.0-liter naturally aspirated XJ and XJL (385hp) with a $72,500 and 79,500 MSRP, respectively
• 5.0-liter XJ and XJL Supercharged (470hp) with a $87,500 and $90,500 MSRP, respectively
• 5.0-liter XJ and XJL Supersport (510hp) with a $112,000 and $115,000 MSRP, respectively

(Source) Press

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Rumors are flying that another Toyota model, the Toyota Mark X, may be coming out this October. The Toyota Mark X is a rear wheel drive model that is said to be powered by a 2.5 and 3.5 liter V6 engine. They are expected to come out with an automatic transmission complement.

The outgoing model is offered with a 211HP 2.5 liter GR V6 or a 253HP 3.0 liter V6.

(Source) iCars

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A new dashboard design for the liquefied petroleum gas-electric hybrid version of the Avante has been released and will be installed upon the launch of the car for next month. The Hyundai Avante is the first hybrid car that makes use of a 1.6-litre LPG engine that manages 17.8 kilometers per liter of fuel.

One highlight of the new gauges is the image of a plant in the center of the speedometer which lights up if the car is well-maintained with the highest fuel efficiency.

The dashboard also has an Eco Guide display that tells the driver how economically the car is being driven.

(Source) Asia One

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The Navistar Engine Group has entered a supply agreement to develop and produce diesel engines for two new Daewoo Bus brand commercial buses for Korea and other global markets. Under the agreement, Navistar’s Brazilian affiliate MWM International Indústria de Motores da América do Sul Ltda. will supply the MaxxForce brand engines to Clark ENG Ltd., which develops bus products for Korea-based Daewoo Bus Corporation. With production in mid 2011, annual volumes are projected to reach nearly 25,000 by 2014.

The new MaxxForce Sprint model in-line four-cylinder engines will power 6.0-ton GVW and 5.5-ton GVW Daewoo Bus brand light buses. The 3.2-liter turbodiesels feature four valves per cylinder and comply with Euro III, IV and V emissions standards.

Clark ENG Ltd. is an independent developer of bus products for Daewoo Bus Corporation and forklift products for Clark Material Handling International, Inc. All three companies are owned by Young An Company, a Bucheon, South Korea-based diversified holding company.

(Source) Press

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