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Toyota FT-Bh Concept at 2012 Geneva Auto Show

Toyota production models have a coherent design and we can say about the Prius family of futuristic enough for current automotive landscape. But the Geneva Motor Show 2012, Japanese surprise us with a look bizarre concept: Toyota FT-Bh. Why hide it, this strange machine?
Well, according to engineers, talk about a green car, made with sustainable technologies, both in terms of manufacturing costs, as well as the least harmful effects on the environment. This means that the FT-Bh imminent projected a production model? Hard to believe.

Yesterday you could see what a Aventador into a kind of X-Bow. If you refuse to give up comfort or luxury delights, then lift up some firfirei and take your Veyron Grand Sport Vitesse. Yes, we know that almost all investors filthy rich Sheikhs and taken have one, but that's not even the other - it's roadster. And there is still a Bugatti roadster - that extremely powerful and fast - is the most powerful roadster ever produced.

Range Rover Evoque by Hamann

Range Rover Evoque is the fourth model of Hamann Motorsport prepared that, at present, shining under the spotlight in the Geneva Auto Show 2012.
Tuning company based in Laupheim, Germany, put his hands on Range Rover Evoque in order to make even more handsome, and applying it deoebit aggressive aerodynamics package. It consists of front and rear spoilers November, wider side sills and bosses much larger wheel. And the appearance is completely special kit comes with wheels "Anniversary Evo" or Aniversary Black Evo ", the 22 inch. They come shod with special tires" Edition Race Anodized "of 295/30 ZR 22.

Nissan wants to strengthen its position as the most important car manufacturer Nissan crossover with the new Hi-Cross concept presented at 2012 Geneva Auto Show.
Besides Nissan Murano, Nissan Qashqai and Nissan Juke, the Japanese will add a crossover range, foreshadowed by the new concept from Geneva 2012. This is called suggestive Nissan Hi-Cross and its creators intention is to provide a preview of future design directions that Nissan crossovers will receive in the future.

Rolls Royce brings to 2012 Geneva Auto Show the revised version of the Phantom family. That facelift first official four Rolls Royce Phantom models: sedan normal, the elongated wheelbase, the coupe and cabriolet.
Because it will not be "put in the same boat" with the rest of car manufacturers, Rolls Royce officials have replaced the term "facelift" with "Series II" for the revised family Rolls Royce Phantom. Which includes four models: Phantom Saloon, Phantom Extended Wheelbase, Phantom Coupe, Phantom Drophead Coupe and Convertible Coupe.

Citroen present at the 2012 Geneva Auto Show, a new premium range, with a few special models and technological innovations.
DS line has a resounding success, with over 180,000 vehicles sold worldwide. It continues with DS5 HYbrid4, the first diesel hybrid Citroen brand, with new versions in style, Citroen DS4 and DS5 Paris Rendez-Vous, the new DS3 Racing S. Loeb, with DS4 Racing Concept. In addition, to celebrate the line DS, Citroen recently launched in France, a club dedicated customers, called DS Privilege.

As we early stated Nissan presented the concept models, although each will take, at a factory released. The cars listed, Nissan is trying to cover an area as large, with one model ready for the main segments.
Thus, the small car category we find the Invitation. Designed to cope with city life, car will prioritize less fuel consumption and emissions, lies in segment B, near brothers Micra and Juke. Inside, it equips manufacturers with a high-class camera system including Around View Monitor, for safer parking. Although Geneva is presented as a concept, the series will move the car since 2013.

Unveiled at the Geneva Auto Show, the Range Rover Evoque comes with many new, than what I already knew. As a confirmation, Evoque Convertible remains the concept stage and will not go factories.
Gerry McGorvern, design director at Land Rover, said: "We believe that Evoque well suited to the idea of a convertible." With all due respect, sir, but we do not believe ...

New Kia Cee'd compact class is longer and wider, but shorter than its predecessor, which keeps the same wheelbase. Simplicity is elegant coupe proportions highlighted by a steep pillar, a very low median line in front and side windows long.
The front is dominated by the New Kia Cee'd last stylistic interpretation of the grid "tiger nose" Kia brand specific and aggressive form of lamps which house lights daytime running LED. In profile, pronounced front and rear wings underline the car look solid and stable. Surfaces carved doors, pillars, roof and rear spoiler emphasizes the dynamic aspect of the glass surfaces.

Peugeot 208 GTi Concept

Why is the new Peugeot 208 GTi concept for the French, not quite understand, because the little hot hatch, which will be its world premiere at Geneva Motor Show 2012, looks set to escalate turning roads of Europe. Certainly, the production model will look similar to 95%, so we get basically a preview of his brother Citroen DS3 Racing.
Peugeot 208 GTi is offered in 3-door version, without substantial changes in the overall design to a normal 3-door 208. The concept of color images is characterized by very attractive body, the larger wheels with a special design and grille reminiscent of a flag finish times by small French flag under registration number.

Ford presents the world's first Ford B-Max at the Geneva Motor Show 2012.
Ford B-Max has a length less than 4 meters, being only 110 mm longer than the Ford Fiesta on whose technology platform is built Ford B-Max. One of the most important features of the new model is a special opening doors. Classic front doors kept opening while sliding rear doors and B pillar is removed. This technical trick to allow easy access to both seats front and the rear.

The new Audi A3 is its world premiere at 2012 Geneva Auto Show, showing an evolution from the previous minimum A3 in the appearance, but inside hides major developments and technical section.

Bentley decided it is time to attack luxury SUV area. As a result, the British luxury car manufacturer presents the concept at Geneva Auto Show Bentley EXP 9 F.
The car is at the trial, thus observing the public reaction vis-à-vis a luxury Bentley SUV. Although the car is a concept show largely how the future might look Bentley SUV.

Lamborghini Aventador J at 2012 Geneva Auto Show

What I thought earlier that the Lamborghini concept is ready for the 2012 Geneva Auto Show proves to be a real model, which the buyer expected. No buyers, only one lucky buyer as the new and the only Lamborghini Avendator J. .. is for sale!
In fact, more accurate is "was for sale" as is already an owner anonymously. Most likely, the people at Lamborghini were thought to satisfy any customer requirement extravagant, but at the same time, to show the world why they are able. And so came Lamborghini Aventador J.

The New Mercedes-Benz A-Class generation appears to us from all angles and all information. Here is the new premium compact star on the hood, direct rival BMW's 1 Series and the new generation Audi A3.
The new Mercedes-Benz A-Class is the third generation of that name, but the version presented in world premiere at 2012 Geneva Auto Show marks a complete change of perspective, because now the new A-Class come straight in premium compact class, which will compete directly with BMW 1 Series and Audi A3.

Mercedes-Benz C-Class Coupe is the smallest of the coupe from Mercedes-Benz. Now, it is the least potent coupe and Mercedes-Benz, thanks tuner Brabus house that offers a 800 Coupe Brabus Bullit V12 and 800 hp! How it sounds?
Sounds very good, especially for those who appreciate the power as possible. And the new Brabus Bullit 800 Coupe has plenty to boast, because under the hood burliness V12 fitted with bi-turbo technology, with a maximum power of 800 CP/5.500 rpm and maximum torque of 1420 Nm.

Here it is: is the new compact class Mercedes-Benz A-Class, direct rival for BMW 1 Series and Audi A3. These are the first photos of the new A-Class, before the world premiere of the 2012 Geneva Auto Show!
The new Mercedes-Benz A-Class total change "the business" of a small MPV class with interesting solutions to interior space planning and a strong character town car, here's the new A-Class come with fresh forces in class compact, as a premium hatchback claims.

2012 Geneva Auto Show will provide a confrontation egos at the highest level. This is because the Bugatti Veyron will be offset by a revised version of R. Ager rival Koenigsegg Or as sharp R facelift, if you want...

Car of the Year 2012 Award was today presented the Chevrolet Volt and Opel Ampera. While it may be a draw, the reality is, the two models are the same, the difference being the name of marketing.
The fight was not very close, the difference between the Ampera / Volt and ranked second VW Up!, Being 49 points. Scores were awarded by a jury of 59 journalists from 23 countries, including criteria including: design, comfort, economy, safety, strength. 3rd place at 74 points located away from the amps to Ford Focus, followed by the Range Rover Evoque.

You've probably heard of Mansory, whether you're infected with tuning or not. If, however, not reached your eardrums that name, know that they invented the pink Bentley and all they have created Vincero Veyron Linea D'Oro, one of the most selfish supercars in the world. Do not give way to nothing, and their latest adventure confirms this.

Volkswagen Cross Coupe Concept for 2012 Geneva

Volkswagen Cross Coupe Concept had its world premiere at the Tokyo Motor Show in 2011 but, for the 2012 Geneva Auto Show at the Volkswagen came up with changes so that the concept "boasting" with a consumption of 1.8 liters / 100 km.
Version presented last fall at the Tokyo proposed a plug-in hybrid propulsion. Car benefit from two electric motors and a gasoline powered internal combustion. However, the 2012 Geneva Auto Show, the Volkswagen replaced the petrol engine with a diesel. Thus, the German manufacturer boasts that this concept is able to provide an average of just 1.8 litres/100 km and CO2 emissions of 46 g / km.

Lexus has confirmed last week that the new RX 450h and 450 h models F-Sport will appear at the Geneva Auto Show on March 6. Of course, you could say it's more a facelift than a total change and you may be right. In addition, we can mention the fact that "secret" refreshed model was not very well preserved, because several days ago appeared on the Internet some photos from a brochure of the new generation.

When it comes to Italian design, opinion tends to be unanimous: the car does not find any other forms so that the air which combines classic and futuristic. Of course there are people who like Nissan Cube.

At the 2012 Geneva Auto Show, German tuning house MTM will present its last two works, namely the Audi Q3 and Volkswagen Transporter.

Hyundai's plan was simple: keep it hidden under a tarpaulin-oniq electricity and to the Geneva Auto Show. Do not know how, but apparently escaped a picture of the net. Thus, we now have the opportunity to see the new Hyundai i-oniq 4 days earlier than scheduled.
Viewed from this picture, athlete Hyundai I-oniq central grid is large, hexagonal, embossed for extra aggression, respecting the philosophy of "fluid sculpture" those at Hyundai. Headlights will feature LED lights and the ceiling will be a wide. Inside, it seems that there will be 4 people in the new coupe, the driver is pampered with a world-class technology.

Maintaining air in movie seriously, Ferarri F12 Berlinetta shown to side with a grin that even the Joker from Batman would be envious.
Replacement of the 599 GTB Fiorano, Ferrari F12 comes with the same V12 shattering that you find both above-mentioned and the modified version on FF. Architecture piston - V, set at an angle of 65 degrees - and displacement of 6262 cc was preserved, but in terms of power, who is under the hood of Berlinetta has 740 hp and 690 Nm. Don't loose time on google - yes, is the fastest Ferrari ever built.

Volkswagen Golf GTI fans will be pleased to learn that the 2012 Geneva Motor Show can see the new convertible version of the German hot hatch: Volkswagen Golf GTI Cabrio. What, in fact, not a complete surprise, even if we speak of a world premiere for the German manufacturer.
The first time I saw a convertible Golf GTI was at the largest meeting of VW fans from Wörthersee, in 2011. Since then, Volkswagen has created a special concept Golf GTI Cabrio presented with R Golf Cabriolet. If on the second one there were clear signals that will not go into production, everyone was sure that the Golf GTI Cabrio is ready to exit the market, the fans feedback, however, decisive.

German auto industry has many fans, so it's no wonder that from time to time, gives rise to quasi-unknown name, but conceals a high performance technique. This time, you build relationships with small manufacturer Roding Automobile, Geneva in 2012 we have the final version of their first model, Roding Roadster 23.

Mini Countryman John Cooper Works

The fact that the new MINI John Cooper Works Countryman will be presented at the Geneva Auto Show is known in mid-December, when it was published the first official photos of the prototype captured during testing, but little disguise. With just a few days before the event taking place in Switzerland, to reveal the Mini Countryman JCW.
More aggressive front, side steps, alloy wheels measuring 18 inches and rear spoiler are some elements that indicate that this is no ordinary Countryman. In addition JCW badges, car features a high-performance braking system, suspension is lower and more aggressive exhaust system.

Jaguar revealed the first official photos and information on the new version Sportbrake XF. Public debut will be a few days in Geneva Motor Show, but until then we can see how the new model is presented.
Jaguar says the new XF Sportbrake combines on one hand elegant design with dynamic behavior and on the other hand - a luxurious interior with the cargo space of between 550 and 1675 liters (with rear seat bench 60/40). Outside, in front, the model retains the same features as the sedan version revised for 2012, but the roof line is raised by 48 millimeters to provide more space for passengers traveling in the rear.

In terms of powertrain ...

Sportbrake XF will be available with diesel multiple units. Thus, for those who are content with 190 hp and 450 Nm 2.2-liter unit is provided with the standard Stop / Start. If you want more power, you can choose one of two 3.0-liter turbo V6 that delivers 240 hp and 275 hp. All the engines are mated to a eight-speed automatic transmission.

Jaguar XF Sportbrake rear axle is equipped with air suspension in November. Mike Cross, Jaguar's engineering department manager said that "the use of air suspension allowed us to realize a machine that retains the unique combination of refinement and Jaguar outstanding dynamic abilities, regardless of cargo transported."

Regarding size, Sportbrake XF is longer than the sedan, but is identical in width, the wheelbase and has the same load towing (maximum permissible braking system of its own) of 1,850 kilograms.

Porsche at 2012 Geneva Auto Show

Porsche will put the spotlight on the number 82 edition of the Geneva Auto Show, the new generation of the Boxster, which will begin on the morning of March 6. Besides this, a first for the European public will be presented the new 911 Carrera Cabriolet.
From the event will not miss any Panamera GTS, which may not attract too many admiring glances for looks, but will certainly be approved by several people in terms of performance: 430 hp, acceleration from 0-100 km / h in 4.5 seconds and top speed of 288 km / h, and all that will be obtained with a combined cycle fuel consumption of 10.9 l/100 km said.

Kia K9 is the most luxurious car in the history of Korea and as far as I can see the pictures below, can reach one of the most controversial. The first official pictures were released, and the lines foreshadowed in the drawings above have remained almost unchanged.
K9's massive silhouette segment to which it aspires betray respectively luxury class, but details of the model might lead the carping to say that Asian designers were inspired by too much competition. At the front, large scale is a variation on the new Kia design theme, but the two side sections and vertical grid leads to the thought of "kidney" BMW.

Chevrolet sold a third of the sports models in 2011, in Northern America, and Americans demonstrates the ability coupe Corvette ZR1 and Camaro ZL1, the circuit.
Chevrolet is the most preferred brand in the U.S., when it comes to sports cars. No more than one third of the vehicles sold in the United States in 2011 are Camaros or Corvettes.

Jeep has no outstanding news for the European market, so the 2012 Geneva Motor Show public test through three special edition models in the range: Look Black Grand Cherokee, Wrangler and Compass Black Mountain Look.
America's flagship, Jeep Grand Cherokee comes in Geneva in 2012 with a special edition "production-intent" - that will be offered to the market based on feedback from the public and potential customers. In our opinion, Jeep Grand Cherokee Black Look has plenty to attract future clients.

BMW 640d xDrive will be presented for the first data from the Geneva Motor Show 2012.
Version six-cylinder diesel engine, 3.0 liters and 300 horsepower, was already announced on BMW 6 Series since last fall. Now, at the Geneva Motor Show 2012, we see the BMW 640d xDrive combined with traction.
Ok, what's so thrilling, you might ask. Well, to recap: sports car, both coupe and convertible, all-wheel drive, 300 hp diesel. Anybody else offering such a menu? No - so BMW 640d xDrive is here that the first sports car (coupe or convertible) over 300 horsepower diesel four-wheel drive.

The list of models that BMW will present at the Geneva Motor Show and the concept is M135, which was developed with the BMW M Performance. He projected a series version, which may arise in the near future. What we know so far about this concept?
First, it should be mentioned six-cylinder engine equipped with M Performance TwinPower Turbo technology, which is able to deliver over 300 horsepower, according to BMW.

Nissan Hi-Cross - New Crossover From Nissan

It seems that the model will be launched in Geneva next week looming next generation of the X-Trail. If this will confirm, is that Japanese SUV with somewhat rough adopt a new design language. Future X-Trail is expected to appear on the market next autumn.

Unveiled its world premiere at Geneva, Infiniti Emerge-e is even more beautiful than we expected. Propulsion consists of two electric motors and a gasoline engine. The result? 400 horsepower and acceleration from 0 to 100 km / h in just 4 seconds. In the city, emerge-e does not emit any contaminant, because electric motors, autonomy is almost 50 km. However, even when the combustion engine occurs, emission of pollutants remains low, reaching values of 55 g / km of CO2.

Audi TTS Roadster S6 My Selection
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A good portion of happiness you can buy right from the factory. At $ 40,000 a car, a sport package interior and exterior, of about $4,000 does not sound so bad. Immediately after launch, according to tradition, was blessed with two new Audi TT S-line packages. Read More....

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