
Eddie Bauer adds: 17-inch machined aluminum wheels, Pueblo Gold two-tone exterior appearance with Pueblo Gold running boards, keyless entry keypad, dual electronic automatic temperature control, leather-wrapped steering wheel with audio and climate controls, two-tone leather-trimmed front captain’s chairs with driver’s side power and memory function, driver- and passenger-side manual lumbar support, vinyl 60/40 third-row bench seat,...

The Lexus LS 460’s outstanding performance, sure-footed dynamic abilities and advanced active safety systems have been further strengthened by the addition of permanent all-wheel drive. On 26th August, 2008, the new Lexus LS460 AWD will make its world premiere at the 2008 Moscow International Motor Show. The all-wheel drive system is a three differential configuration featuring a highly compact TORSEN® Limited Slip Differential (LSD) –...

The Ferrari F430 makes its dynamic driving debut in the UK today at Goodwood House during the press briefing for this year’s Goodwood Festival of Speed. Around 400 F430s will arrive in the UK this year – both Spiders and Coupés but this Coupé in Rosso Corsa with Crema interior is the first car to be driven in this country. With a top speed in excess of 196 mph, the car is powered by an all-new 4300cc engine producing 490 hp. The 0-62 mph...

Mercedes-Benz has improved the already exemplary long-distance comfort of the Mercedes-Benz E-Class even further in the new saloon, including intelligent bodyshell technology with up to 30 percent greater rigidity, further improved seats and a newly developed suspension whose shock absorbers automatically adjust to the current driving situation. The optional air suspension now works together with an electronic damping system. The outstanding safety...

The Bentley Brooklands is a stunning new model that marks the company’s return to the luxury coupé market and reaffirms its reputation as creator of the world’s most exclusive coupés. It is the ultimate Bentley: a stylish, four-seat, grand touring coupe with classic British proportions and muscular performance. Bentley’s chairman Dr Franz-Josef Paefgen describes the motivation behind the new coupé: “Bentley’s proud...

Based on the Renaultsport 200, Clio Gordini 200 version packs all the ingredients that have helped make Renaultsport models such a success. The ingredients include a choice of two bespoke chassis, a standard ‘sport’ chassis with Cup suspension as an option, ‘Perfohub’ front suspension featuring an independent steering axis front arrangement, Powerful fade-free braking with Brembo calipers, and a naturally-aspirated 2.0-litre engine generating...

The Maybach high-performance show car “Exelero” was unveiled to the world for the first time this afternoon in the Tempodrom in Berlin. The 700-hp two-seater with a V-12 biturbo engine is a unique custom model produced for Fulda Reifenwerke, which is using the Maybach Exelero as a reference vehicle for a newly developed generation of wide tyres. The German manufacturer of luxury cars built the unique model as a modern interpretation of...

The world’s first direct petrol injection system with spray-guided combustion points the way ahead for passenger car petrol engines, and will be available in the new CLS 350 CGI from the third quarter of 2006. The engine’s innovative injection procedure makes for much better fuel and thermodynamic efficiency than the wall-guided combustion process previously employed with direct injection. With a fuel consumption of 9.1-9.3 litres...

As its predecessors S202 and S203, the new Impreza S204 will only be available in Japan. This special edition model will be limited to 600 examples, and each of them will cost about five milion japanese yen (approx. $40,000) when it debuts on January 13th. The modifications include a reprogrammed ECU, new pistons, crankshaft, exhaust and an upgraded turbocharger. This helps the S204′ 2-liter engine to 320 bhp and 319 lb-ft of torque. The Impreza...

Let’s face it, in the history of BMW there has been no better BMW 3 series convertible, besides the M3. If you like to drive fast and topless, here you are seated just right. The dual turbo six-cylinder car from ATT out of Rastatt convinces primarily through its increased engine power to spectacular 362 hp and 536 Nm. The tuner offers two power enhancements. At power level I (2.355,00 Euro) the 335i achieves 345 hp and 481 Nm by the use of an...

“Jeep Commander is the first seven-passenger 4 x 4 that is as capable as it is distinctive,” said Thomas Hausch, Executive Director of International Sales and Marketing – Chrysler Group. “Jeep Commander is also the only SUV in its class to offer two V-8 petrol engines, as well as a class-leading diesel V-6. In addition, Commander expands and strengthens what is already an excellent lineup, consisting of Wrangler, Cherokee and...

4MOTION took over from syncro Permanent four-wheel drive also enhances the handling of the Golf, Sharan, Multivan, Phaeton, and Touareg. Volkswagen has been building Passat’s with four-wheel alongside front-wheel drive for over two decades; the first model, the Passat estate GT syncro, was launched in 1984. To date over 256,000 Passat drivers worldwide have opted for four-wheel drive. 4MOTION is powerful The Passat comes equipped...

The Range Rover Vogue is designed to satisfy those who demand the best of everything in their lives. Its specification matches its top-of-the-range stance, with a touch-screen TV/navigation system, 14-speaker harman/kardon LOGIC7® digital surround system, sumptuous Oxford leather seats – heated front and rear – heated leather steering wheel, electric sunroof, a new rear view camera and the unique Land Rover VentureCam™ listed among its attractions. ...

Only very recently, the new Lamborghini Gallardo LP 560 appeared on the world stage of automotive prodigies – and, already, Lamborghini tuner IMSA has taken care of it. Here, for the fi st time, the legendary GTV kit for the LP 560 will shortly be available. Of course, it is also made of high-quality carbon from the autoclave. It consists of an aerodynamically optimised front apron, larger fenders for all four wheel arches and a rear bumper...

Around the world, HAMANN-Motorsport is a renowned specialist for exclusive refinement of luxury automobiles. And with the CONQUEROR II, based on the high-end model Range Rover SPORT, the Laupheim-based company once again confirms that it is the top address when it comes to dynamic accessories and exciting car body design. Already the self-confident exterior shape turns the CONQUEROR II into a real conqueror of longing looks on our roads. Perfectly...