Renault came up with the future kompaktven

The French concept car Frendzy, who live for the first time will be shown in September at the Frankfurt Motor Show gives us an idea about how to possibly become a model Renault Kangoo look into the future. As the current "heel", the futuristic novelty can combine the functions of commercial commercials avtomobilchiki and family minivan. MYJNBGBVB5BT

The creators of the concept car and decided to develop those and other functions of the machine. In terms of commercial exploitation of thing here - it is possible to use the car as a mobile office. For his work with the Internet, office applications and e-mail here corresponds built Tablet BlackBerry PlayBook. Another one of those "gadgets" - 37-inch color screen, built-in right-hand sliding door, and not focused on the riders, and on the street! On it you can display advertising and informational messages - this may also be useful in business.

Well, in terms of family use the main thing here is probably not only room for riders and all sorts of ergonomic findings, but that car came out bright and beautiful. Obviously not in business style. Judging by appearances, it is likely this car for leisure.

And, of course, the car of the future renoshniki give no internal combustion engine, a 60-horsepower electric motor. Let the arrival of this kompaktven - something for the future, but the French company is known to already have electric cars ready for mass production.

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Created fastest convertible in the world

Masters Brabus tuning company did not put the first record of power and speed. The prepared version of convertible Mercedes E-Class raises the possibility of open cars to new heights: the return engine - 800 horsepower, acceleration to 100 km / h takes just 3.7 with a top speed of 370 km / h. Car Creators is proud to say that the faster convertibles in the world. In fairness, we note that among the roadsters and models with a body "targa" is a more serious and vehicles (the most famous - of course, Bugatti Veyron), but in the camp classic convertibles with four E-Class from Brabus really excels.

That under the hood? If the series E-Class flagship role played by the engine V8, then took a master tuning of the V12 S-Class sedan. Working volume increased from 5.5 to 6.3 liters. Motor has a new crankshaft, pistons modified, enlarged turbochargers and many other alterations.

Externally, aerodynamic looks relatively modest for the 800-horsepower supercar, but the Brabus representatives noted that the new bumper, "skirts" on the rapids and the wing created as a result of serious testing in a wind tunnel.

Brabus is planning to build similar convertibles to order at a price of 478,000 euros.

Sport version Fabia of Skoda

It turned out that the Skoda Fabia S2000 is not the last option in the generation of sports cars from the company.

According to the magazine AutoDesign & Styling, it is possible that the new car is based on the current Fabia will be called Vision WRC.

As the name implies, this model will be developed for a series of World Rally Championship. According to the magazine, the design of a new rally car Skoda created by Paul Hrubi. Style car like the concept of Vision D, presented by the company last month in Geneva.

Does this mean that Skoda can return to the series of WRC?

"We believe that this could happen and therefore represent a vision of how a competitive rally car might look," says Radek Laube, senior editor AutoDesign & Styling.

Maybe this event is no accident for Skoda - this year the brand athletic department will celebrate its 110th anniversary.

Charged version 2012 Chrysler 300C SRT-8

This is a charged version of the new Chrysler 300C with a traditional symbol SRT-8.
AutoWeek edition published spy photos "hot" model, which shows a more powerful version of the Chrysler 300C.

Car a more aggressive appearance and a new front bumper, tinted headlights, new grille, a spoiler on the trunk lid, two chrome exhaust pipes and new dark gray with chrome wheels gravirokoy SRT.
Also look out Brembo brakes with red lining.

It is expected that the "charged" Chrysler 300 C HEMI engine will feature on the 8-cylinder capacity of 6.4 liters and output of 465 HP It will be combined with an automatic transmission in five speeds, which will switch under the steering wheel paddles.

The same bundle equipped Dodge Charger SRT-8, which can accelerate to 100 km / h in 4.0 seconds and has a maximum speed of 280 km / h. similar dynamic values expected from the Chrysler 300C SRT-8.

According to the preliminary and unofficial information, the premiere Chrysler 300C SRT-8 will be at the Auto Show in New York.

The new urban crossover from Subaru

In Shanghai, Subaru introduced the concept XV Concept, which shows the company's vision of a new urban crossover.

Production car which will be based on the XV Concept will appear shortly. XV Concept is a modification of the formal, established on the basis of the new generation Impreza.

The crossover is increased clearance, created a more aggressive front end, and the problem of protective plates on the back.

In-car center console is equipped with three independent data maps that appear in the navigation system, entertainment system and on-board computer, including information about the system of 4x4. The fourth display is located in the center of the dashboard between the dials.

Dimensions crossover concept is very similar to the current Impreza XV - length 4450 mm, width 1800 mm, height 1620 mm and wheelbase 2635 mm (in the current generation Impreza E 2615 mm). Cars will be equipped with two-liter boxer engine and gearbox Lineartronic.

New details of Toyota FT-86

Today was the detailed information available on a new rear wheel drive coupe from Toyota.

British magazine Autocar published detailed specifications for the model developed in conjunction with Subaru. The production version of the car will be based on the concept of the FT-86 II, presented in March at the Geneva Motor Show. Then the representatives of Toyota said that the construction will be 95 per cent model, which will go on the conveyor.

Length of the new Toyota 4235 mm, width 1795 mm, height 1270 mm, and the distance between the axes of 2570 mm. According to preliminary data, the weight of cars will be 1100 kg. This is where a 200 kg less than its own weight like VW Scirocco with two-liter engine and turbo.

 The front suspension is a standard type of Toyota McPherson, multilink rear suspension will be. Toyota FT-86 will be with power steering, also have a limited slip differential and alloy wheels measuring 18 inches in the base version.

 Engine installed in the sports coupe - a two-liter "boxer" from Subaru, which will be combined with a mechanical 6-speed manual transmission. Coupe from Toyota will sell well and with an automatic transmission, but in this case will be able to shift paddles under the steering wheel.

Subaru engine with direct fuel injection system and management (ECU), developed by Toyota. When you create a cylinder head sporadically involved Yamaha. However, no one said the exact characteristics of the engine, so do not know the exact power, torque and fuel consumption.

According to unofficial sources, power will be about 200 hp and acceleration from zero to 100 km / h will be approximately 7 seconds. The expected maximum rate of the new coupe Toyota will be at least 225 miles / hr
 The Japanese company still argues that the development of the Toyota FT-86 should be completed in the middle of this year. Sales of the new models should start in the first half of next year.

A sports car will be available in two trim levels. According to the preliminary and unofficial data on the prices of car in Europe will start from € 30,000.

 As you know, coupe will be sold under the brand name and Subaru. According to unconfirmed reports, its appearance is similar to Toyota, the differences are only in the location of the front grille and different headlights. Subaru version will have a more powerful engine, which develops about 260 hp.

Today on sale Lancia Ypsilon

On this day in Italy, are already taking orders for the new generation Lancia Ypsilon, who put in June.
 By September, the car will be sold in all European countries, including those under the emblem of Chrysler in the UK and Ireland.

New Ypsilon is available in three classes of assembly - Silver, Gold and Platinum. Will be able to choose from 17 exterior colors and 6 types of upholstery, alloy wheels three and three engines. The car can also be a choice of two petrol engines - 1.2-liter 69 hp and 0.9 liters in capacity TwinAir 85 hp A little later, will be offered a version with the transmission DFN. Also provided a diesel engine from Lancia 1,3 Multijet 95 hp Since the end of this year, the company will offer a gasoline engine and a gas (LPG), volume of 1.2 liters and output of 67 hp

 All versions are equipped with Stop and Start. The starting price in Italy is € 12 400 for 1.2 petrol, a complete set of Silver. For the other complete sets added to the price of € 1300 for the version of Gold, and another 1300 for the highest level of assembly - Platinum. The most expensive version of the 1.3 diesel Platinum - 17 300 euros.

Lancia reported that the older generation model Ypsilon Diva, will continue to sell for 12,400 euros.

Daimler and Bosch will make motors

Daimler announced plans to create a joint venture with Bosch GmbH for the development of electric motors.

This will help accelerate the development of a new generation of electric cars, which is scheduled for Mercedes. If all goes according to plans designed, the production of electric motors to start early next year.

The first of these will be installed on electric cars from Mercedes and Smart to the end of 2012. The rush is understandable, since Mercedes is trying to prevent competitors from BMW, where the production of electric cars scheduled to begin in 2013.

While the details of a joint venture between Daimler and Bosch are not fully known. Publicized that have already signed a contract of intent and shares in the new company, which distributed 50 to 50.

According to information provided in the media, "is a good start for the partnership to accelerate the development of new electric motors and make them compatible with the platforms of Mercedes-Benz".

The most likely candidates in models of Mercedes, which in the first place will receive new engines, the classes - E-Cell and SLS AMG E-Cell.