Just in case you haven’t seen it for real and you are in Southern California, drop by the Shelley BMW dealerships to catch a glimpse of the 2010 BMW Z4. The latest BMW vehicle which costs a whopping $45,750, is powered by a turbocharged inline six cylinder engine with high-precision direct injection that feeds fuel directly into each cylinder giving greater torque.

The new Z4 is also the first BMW roadster with a retractable hardtop. The lightweight aluminum shell opens and closes at the touch of a button within 20 seconds. The innovative roof system offers outstanding acoustic and aerodynamic qualities and allows occupants to enjoy a brighter more generous space with optimum visibility.

“The new roadster blends effortless power, artfully designed elements and luxury all in one sporty package,” said Shelly BMW General Manager Mike Kuriel. “It definitely raises the standard for style and performance in its class yet again.”

As added safety features, the Z4 comes with bi-xenon lights, Dynamic Stability Control to ensure stability on slippery surfaces, rollover safety system, enhanced breaking system, run-flat tires and Dynamic Traction Control which drivers can activate at the touch of a button.

(Source) Press

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For BMW addicts, mark down June 18 as a special date. This is the official day that Irvine BMW will be unveiling at Orange County the latest BMW masterpieces, the Z4 and the 7 series. The unveiling will be held from 5-8pm at the dealership located at 9881 Research Drive in Irvine, Calif.

“The new Z4 and 7 Series come replete with technological innovation, style and power,” said Irvine BMW’s General Sales Manager Steve Rudkin. “Whether you are looking for sporty fun or luxurious sophistication, both vehicles make driving a real pleasure.”

Z4 Features:

• Turbocharged inline six cylinder engine with high-precision direct injection
• Retractable hardtop
• Bi-xenon lights
• Dynamic Stability Control
• Rollover Safety System
• Enhanced Breaking System and Run-flat Tires

7 Series Features:

• 4.4-liter twin-turbocharged engine
• Blind Spot Detection
• Front Collision Warnings
• Thermal Imaging Night Vision Pedestrian Detection
• Dynamic Stability Control

(Source) Press

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Bad news for people who were looking to find comfort on the 2010 Lotus Evora. Though many expected it to be a car built for 4, it looks like it will only be built for two.

Lotus plans to keep the Evora hype going by adding new features to the car each year – including a paddle-shift gearbox and a high-performance supercharged variant – culminating in a roadster model in 2012. However, to make room for the convertible top, Lotus engineers had to do away with the Evora’s rear seat.

“It’s not going to be easy to fit the roof in,” Steve Crijns, the Evora’s exterior designer, told Autocar. “It will have to go in front of the engine, where the rear seats are now. The rest of the car has been designed with the cabrio in mind; the doors, for instance, are styled so that they can accommodate the system without any changes.”

Crijns also revealed the Evora will do with a soft top rather than a retractable hardtop. The decision to use a more conventional soft top will not only save on engineering time but will also keep the car’s weight down.

(Source) Left Lane News

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