A More Perfect Fit: Working Out the Bugs
May 25, 2008
A More Perfect Fit: Working Out the Bugs by Michael Jackman (5/18/08) Welcome back to A More Perfect Fit, my Auto Channelâs column covering how to make a nearly perfect car, The Honda Fit, even more perfect. Spring arrived in Louisville, and my sister-in-law in St. Louis invited us for a visit. Great! Not only wou ... Continue reading
May 15, 2008
Big car companies still locking independent shops out of some repair information BOSTON, May 15 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ -- Nearly 100 men and women who work in the automotive aftermarket industry, including professional technicians from repair shops from around Massachusetts, converged on the Statehouse Tuesday, May 13 ... Continue reading
Autodelta announces the Autodelta Brera J5 3.2 C Q-Tronic
May 9, 2008
Autodelta now makes Q-Tronic 6-speed automatic transmission available to its bespoke Brera J5 3.2 C conversion, widening further its high-performance range based on the Alfa Romeo Brera sports car. ... Continue reading
The new BMW 1-series Cabrio by AC Schnitzer
May 7, 2008
Viewed from its roof construction, the new 1-series Cabrio is a classic softy. But under its soft shell lurks a hard masculine cornering machine which isn't pushed aside by anyone: especially in the AC Schnitzer version. ... Continue reading
Loder1899 makes the Jaguar XF purr
May 7, 2008
The Jaguar XF has a very vivacious temperament as well und thus has received the ideal toys from Loder1899. The body styling kit, consisting of an elegant front spoiler, an extravagant rear spoiler and a fancy rear apron spoiler, provides the Jaguar with the grace and aerodynamic body line of an athletic race cat. ... Continue reading
Hamann Sportivo - The lively tuning programme for the Fiat 500
May 6, 2008
Normally Hamann-Motorsport is renowned as a tuning company for BMW and for refining sinfully expensive luxury cars. But sometimes the Laupheim-based technicians move off the beaten tracks and devote themselves to something completely unexpected - in this case the Fiat 500. The Hamann-technicians started with a lot of j ... Continue reading
2008 Navigator Owners Can Now SYNC Their Rides
May 1, 2008
- With a dealer-installed SYNC accessory kit, select 2008 Lincoln Navigator and Navigator L customers can enjoy the award-winning SYNC in-car communications system. - The SYNC retrofit kit costs under $550 installed. The add-on system is fully integrated, functional and upgradeable to support future SYNC features and f ... Continue reading
Apr 29, 2008
The front spoiler in its 2-piece form, and the wheel and tyre combinations up to 19", are simply made for a high fun factor. And the "little one" delivers fun on every journey, especially with the modified exhaust which not only offers an extra 10 HP but also provides a deeper note. The overall package is completed by ... Continue reading
Nokia and Renault Offer the Latest for Brazilian Auto Buyers
Apr 24, 2008
Nokia N95, Nokia Maps and Accessories Included in Special Edition Automobile ESPOO, Finland, April 24 -- Renault Brazil and Nokia Brazil have joined forces to offer technology savvy Brazilians an automobile that combines modern design with the most advanced mobile technology available today. The special edition Sandero ... Continue reading
The brand new aerodynamics package edo 630 Scuderia!
Apr 24, 2008
edo competition Motorsport GmbH, one of the top names in sophisticated modifications of Ferrari, Lamborghini and Porsche cars is now introducing the brand new âedo 630 Scuderiaâ aerodynamics package for the Ferrari 599 GTB! ... Continue reading
Chicago Rolls Out ZAP Solar Electric Car for Catering on Earth Day
Apr 22, 2008
Chicago's Sopraffina Marketcaffe to Unveil Solar-Electric Catering Vehicle in Chicago CHICAGO, April 22 -- Chicago's Sopraffina Marketcaffe today is celebrating Earth Day with the unveiling of a new, first-of-its-kind, 100 percent solar-electric powered catering vehicle. La Grange Park electric car dealer Jessup's Auto ... Continue reading
"Avanti, Avanti" ABT AS4 Avant - fast, attractive and very practical
Apr 21, 2008
When it comes from ABT Sportsline, the leading tuner of cars by the Volkswagen group, then it is suitable for everyday use and sporty at the same time. In the case of the new ABT AS4 Avant also the outer qualities are impressive as the body kit designed for the multifunctional vehicle by the versatile team based in the ... Continue reading
Apr 17, 2008
WOLVERHAMPTON, England, April 17 -- Pedestrian impacts with motor vehicles in urban environments are impossible to avoid completely, so it is vital that a focus is maintained on reducing the severity of injuries when this occurs says, energy absorbing FPS specialist, Concept Mouldings. The UK motor industry and its sup ... Continue reading
Apr 17, 2008
DETROIT, April 17 -- The 2008 Automotive Executive of the Year Lifetime Achievement Award was presented to design innovator and racing legend, Carroll Shelby, at the Detroit Athletic Club (DAC) on April 16. The Award is sponsored by DNV Certification and the Automotive Industry Action Group (AIAG). During his award acc ... Continue reading
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