Premium-class Bentley Mulsanne 2013

Deficit to the UK firm will introduce one of the mainstream products with new high-end features at the Geneva Motor Show before taking orders in April.

Super model to the new convenience features, from the leg headrests, reaffirming the reputation of the British brand. The new upgrade includes special blinds to create privacy for the passenger compartment, allowing people to sit back comfortably to work or rest. Power window control with just one button press and anti-kidnapping.

The entertainment features integrate the latest technology, such as folding table for an iPad and wireless keyboard, with cabin of Mulsanne have become a free Wi-Fi transmitter. 8-inch LCD screen, DVD player, 20 GB hard drive and Naim audio system.

Some other features include three new paint options (gray, jade green and purple), the glove compartment glove for smart phone or personal electronic devices with separate suitcase with 2 large suitcases, 2 suitcases small and compact foldable 2 bags.

In addition to new paint and interior upgrade Mulsanne 2013, remains the same specifications as the current model. 6.75-liter V8 engine of 505 horsepower and maximum torque of 1020 Nm. 20 inch alloy rim with tire size 265/45. Customers can choose 21-inch rims with 2 different styles with tires 265/40.

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Lexus crossover appears at the end of 2013

Japanese car manufacturers to ready for battle with the Audi Q5, BMW X3 and Range Rover Evoque with a new model.

In the ongoing North American Motor Show in Detroit (USA), The Drive (Australia) has learned that Toyota's luxury brand will also have a small SUV under the current RX. The new car is expected to debut at the Tokyo show at the end of the year.

The details remain confidential, but Kazuo Ohara, Vice President of Lexus International said the new product will be the key cards when it intends to promote global growth.

Promised crossover with various options for the global market with the same structure can Lexus CT200h hatchback or Toyota RAV4. Concept was confirmed version will appear in this year, is expected to be at the Tokyo Motor Show took place on May 11.

The new model will be smaller than the Lexus RX. Photo: Lexus.

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Honda surprises with Gear concept

Japanese carmakers choose "elves" Montreal Auto Show rather than "giant" Detroit Motor Show to launch new car ideas.

Honda is a bit strange actions by the Montreal auto show is not where the big car manufacturers choose to launch a new car, especially when the event takes place at the same time with a "star" as the North American exhibition.

Japanese carmakers, Gear concept "demonstrates Honda's innovative approach, bringing the auto industry's answer to young, urban areas, and the youthful lifestyle."

Honda Gear concept inspired by regular bike so Gear is simple and practical, but also can transform diverse, connected and full of personality.

Launched after Urban Concept (future design of new crossover) few days, Gear Honda concept is still the "preservation" of technical information as well as production planning.

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Mercedes S-Class to fill Maybach space

After death decisions Maybach with a decade of disappointing sales, the new S-class is expected to fill that void with the long body version.

S-class coupe was launched to replace the CL-Class and the mission compete directly with Bentley Continental GT. New model is expected to appear live muscles that run along the body, more robust than the Continental GT.

S-class with more dynamic design, in addition to the structure is prominent ridges running along the flanks. Hood behind a low and create a curve back behind more than make short tail car. Most likely S-class coupe will appear at the Geneva Motor Show 2014, the S-class cabriolet will also launch six months later at the Paris Motor Show to compete with the Bentley Continental GTC.

Expected Mercedes S-class has five versions and three different body styles of the wheelbase. After death decisions Maybach brand with a decade of disappointing sales, the new S-class is expected to fill that void with the long body version Pullman widened between the cavity and add a row.

The S-Class Pullman is considered worthy rival of Rolls-Royce Ghost and Bentley Continental Flying Spur.

Under the plan, the standard version and the extended wheelbase version will debut the world at the Frankfurt show in September 2013, separate samples Pullman - extends to more than 5.7 m in order to replace the Maybach 57 be unveiled at the Beijing auto Show in 2014.

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Audi R8 more special version for China

German car company "quietly" launched a special version of the R8 supercar dedicated to Chinese customers with the number of only 30 pieces with a $ 420,000 price.

Audi R8 Special Edition this time painted yellow with black and gray accents titanium alloy 19-inch wheels. There is also the presence of carbon fiber mirror shells, ribs and wing brace after.

R8's cabin is leather sports seats Alcantara with mainstream black tones with yellow accents. The designers also added carbon fiber door handles and lever private numbering aluminum.

Special version still uses the 5.2-liter V10 engine capacity of 525 hp and maximum torque of 530 Nm. Box number Rtronic and full-time four-wheel drive system. Car accelerates from 0 to 100 km / h in 3.9 seconds.

12/2012, Audi has unveiled the R8 specially for Chinese consumers with green body with gray panels in the door. This version has only 80 units and the sale price is $ 417,000.

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Caterham's new rival Porsche Cayman coupe

The new mid-engined coupe of Caterham was co-developed with Alpine uses the engine 270 hp, acceleration from 0 - 100 km / h in 5 seconds.

British made ​​luxury set ambitious goals with sales of 25,000 units for £ 40,000 in the last 8 years, as announced by the commercial director David Ridley.

As a result, the coupe is being prepared to confront the Porsche Cayman, the model mix of sportiness and everyday usability. Ridley said the new car aimed at wider audience but the dynamics remain the unmistakable style of Caterham.

4-cylinder Renault engine modified a lot to provide appropriate energy. Two boxes will be offered: a six-speed manual gearbox and automatic is described as "essential" to the business plan of the new product.

Caterham can be successful even if Lotus Evora failure by the company to intervene on the part of the Renault car will result in a fully integrated and complete.

Caterham coupe - is expected to be launched in 2015 - will not just simply a brand of Alpine.

Caterham coupe - new rival Porsche Cayman mid-engined.

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Metropolitan 2013

After four years of absence in the U.S. market, the car terminal 49 cubic re still with lovely appearance and the ability to save fuel and the selling price of $ 2,000.
One of the scooter models listed customers are advised to purchase as often move in urban Honda Metropolitan 2013. Vehicles are rated on design, handy ability, low fuel consumption and exciting driving experience with reasonable prices.
Compared with the former model, Metropolitan 2013 redesigned headlights, taillights, poker-face, steering wheel and dashboard. The most important is the presence of the electronic fuel injection system replaced the carburettor.

Metropolitan 2013 using 4-stroke single-cylinder engine with a capacity of 49 cubic centimeters. With technology PGM-FI electronic fuel injection with automatic transmission V-matic, the car is 226 km distance with 4.5 liter fuel tank is filled, or 2 ltr per 100 km. Old car with 2.1 ltr per 100 km fuel consumption.

The scooter can be used to go to work or shopping facilities. Vehicles equipped with Honda’s combined braking system and learn for it under the saddle with a capacity of 22 liters. 10-inch wheels with tires front and rear tires of the same size 80/100.

Metropolitan 2013 with long wheelbase 1181 mm. Seat height from ground 719 mm. Weight 81 kg with fuel tank filled. There are three color options, black pearl, white pearl and red-black pearl.

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