Protoscar has announced the availability of an upgraded version of its LAMPO concept with the release of the LAMPO2 electric car. This new car features an aerodynamic body, rear wheel covers and innovative interiors highlighted by advanced digital panels. This new model can accelerate from 0 to 100KPH.
Finally, it carries an improved Lithium-ion battery which allows the vehicle to travel at a distance of 124 miles.
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The Ferrantes V Concept is a new vehicle from Italian designer Fabio Ferrante. This is a 2×2 sports coupe that offers a stylish that should give leading muscle cars a run for their money. Notable from this sports concept vehicle is its long, low hood paired with bulging wheel arches and large projection.
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Buick has officially announced the pricing for its 2011 Regal which start at $26,995 for its CXL model. The CXL Turbo will start at $29,495. Among the features of the 2011 Regal include a 2.4 Ecotec direct inject engine backed with a 6 speed transmission.
The 2011 Regal is expected to consume 30 MPG for highway driving. It also comes with a MacPherson strut from suspension and four-wheel disc brakes. Regal production for sale in the U.S. and Canada begins late Q1 2010.
No tags for this post.The 2010 Jeep Wrangler has earned the “Best New Car for Off-Roaders” Lifestyle Award from Cars.com.
In recognizing the 2010 Jeep Wrangler, Cars.com noted, “The legendary Jeep Wrangler tops our Off-Roaders picks again this year. … Long on capability, the scrappy Wrangler Rubicon has 10.5 inches of ground clearance, as well as approach, departure and breakover angles its competitors can only envy. When the shortest distance between two points is an obstructed straight line, you’ll want to be in a Wrangler.”
Beyond ultimate capability, Jeep Wrangler offers a combination of numerous safety and convenience features, interior space, versatility and comfort, on-road refinement, and open-air fun as the only true 4×4 convertible.
At the North American International Auto Show in Detroit, Jeep is introducing two limited-edition models: the Jeep Wrangler Islander and Jeep Wrangler Mountain editions.
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The Chrysler brand earned a top industry recognition at this year’s 14th Annual Polk Automotive Loyalty Awards. The 2010 Chrysler Town & Country was named “Automotive Loyalty Award—Minivan” for the ninth year in a row.
The awards recognize manufacturers for superior owner loyalty performance and are determined when a household that owns a new vehicle returns to market and purchases or leases another new vehicle of the same model or make.
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It is no secret that Tesla is aiming to make a mark in the world of electric vehicles but it may need some help along the way. And to make it work and achieve those goals, Tesla has reportedly tapped Panasonic to aid them in developing next-generation battery packs for their electric vehicle line.
With the new partnership, both parties are hoping that the result will be beneficial to both their causes. And if there is one issue that may have to be addressed, this has to be the speed factor which is an area that many electric vehicles will have to resolve soon.
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Nitto Tire and sponsored driver Ryan Gates recently clenched the 2009 Redline Time Attack series championship. The team competed in the Modified All-Wheel Drive (AWD) class, which requires all drivers to use off-the-shelf, street legal tires. Using Nitto’s NT01 road race radials equipped on a Mitsubishi Evo X, the team attended seven of the eight events and won each event they attended. This is Nitto’s first Redline Time Attack championship.
Nitto Tire develops performance tires for all uses, including racing, off-road and street. Using state-of-the-art manufacturing and testing facilities in Japan and the United States, the company strives to provide innovative and high-quality performance tires for the most demanding enthusiasts.
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Cobra Electronics Corporation today announced the launch of the world’s first touch screen radar detectors as part of its 2010 line of detection systems. The two new touch screen models simplify user setup and alert settings. In addition to the touch screen models, Cobra is introducing the first radar, laser and safety camera detector priced under $200.
Cobra’s 2010 line of radar detectors feature eco-friendly packaging and will be available at retailers nationwide and at www.cobra.com beginning March 2010. These new radar detectors have a suggested retail price range from $199.95 to $379.95.
No tags for this post.Leading supplier of repair parts for automotive lifts, SVI International, Inc., has recently announced its patent approval for the Aqua-Out, the first water removal solution used to prevent corrosion and damage to cassette-style vehicle lifts. By securing a patent for its original product, SVI gains exclusive rights to the Aqua-Out, prohibiting others from making and selling the product.
The Aqua-Out works by removing water from cassette-style auto lifts, caused by accumulated moisture that occurs every time the lift is raised. Water in the lift leads to corrosion and rust, forcing car lift owners to protect their investment by spending large amounts of time and money to have the water pumped out of the lift. SVI’s Aqua-Out can be installed in just two hours and run continuously to automatically remove water, keeping the lift safe from damage and reducing the risk of injury in the workplace.
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Sixt rent a car has been named Car Rental Partner of the Year by Manchester Airport. The accolade was presented to the company as part of the airport’s first Retailer of the Year awards.
The awards reflect consumer opinion on services at Manchester Airport. Exit interviews were undertaken to determine visitors’ views on the full range of facilities available at the airport including retail outlets, check in desks and car rental, with Sixt beating Avis and Europcar, which were also shortlisted.
The car hire award was judged on breadth of vehicle choice and availability, quality of service, location and ease of access, and overall value for customers. The award recognised Sixt’s innovation, vehicle choice and value-for-money at the company’s Manchester Airport branch, where it operates outlets at all three terminals with an additional express service, providing customers with a handy, on-line check-in tool.
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