Since the launch of the original model in 1990, some 11.5 million Clios have been sold in more than 115 countries. Today, a new chapter in Clio’s history is about to be written with the unveiling of the fourth-generation version. [Read more…]
Lotus Raises IndyCar Commitment
April 27, 2012 By 1 Comment
Lotus IZOD IndyCar Series 2012
When Lotus entered the 2012 IZOD IndyCar Series, the regulatory requirement to supply multiple teams and the late timing of Lotus’ entry placed a significant restriction on the development programme. It was clear from the start that the 2012 season was going to be a huge challenge as Lotus debuted its IndyCar engine, but it was a challenge that Lotus was determined to meet. [Read more…]
Lotus clear the mistruths
April 13, 2012 By 1 Comment
Never Let The Facts Get In The Way Of A Good Story
Lotus Group
Take a little look at what we found online. Don’t you think it’s funny? We do. We had a good old giggle. After all, we love a bit of self irony, just as well really. Although it’s funny, this one’s not accurate but then again, why let the facts get in the way of a good story? The inconvenient truth is – surprise, surprise – we have never said that there are no problems at Lotus. [Read more…]
Ginetta G60
March 27, 2012 By 2 Comments
Ginetta G60
Ginetta were keen to ensure the G60 fitted Hubert’s needs perfectly, and he travelled to their Leeds-based factory several times whilst the car was in build to ensure everything was just-so before the handover took place. [Read more…]
Audi RS5 Is Back On Top
February 22, 2012 By 1 Comment
Audi RS5 Coupe
V8-powered coupé flagship benefiting from latest A5 range enhancements and a more extensive equipment list is readied for UK debut
New generation RS 5 enhanced by styling revisions, lighting updates, more efficient electromechanical power steering and more equipment opens for UK order this week priced at £58,725 OTR UK deliveries to begin in April RS 5 Coupe – 0-62mph in 4.5 seconds (previously 4.6), top speed electronically-limited at 155mph, MPG 26.9 (previously 26.2), CO2 246g/km (previously 252g/km) DVD navigation, Bluetooth phone preparation, cruise control and Audi Music Interface iPod connection added to standard specification New optional Sport Package at £2,250 including Dynamic Ride Control, sports exhaust, dynamic steering and 20-inch rotor-design titanium-look alloy wheels [Read more…]
Honda Fit EV At LA Show
November 18, 2011 By Leave a Comment
Honda Fit EV Interior
Battery electric commuter vehicle launching summer 2012 in the U.S. Honda unveiled the all-new 2013 Fit EV at the Los Angeles Auto Show and announced plans to begin leasing the 123 city-mile per charge (76 mile range combined adjusted city/highway)1 battery electric commuter vehicle in the U.S in summer 2012.
Viva Lexus Vegas
October 31, 2011 By 1 Comment
Lexus returns to SEMA
Lexus returns to SEMA, the world’s largest specialist auto show, in Las Vegas next week with another display showcasing the work of America’s top customisers, plus its own latest sports designs.
For its fifth appearance at the show, Lexus is presenting nine cars, three of them special commissions that explore the potential for more extreme styling and performance. [Read more…]
Tom Kristensen In The New Audi A5 DTM
October 21, 2011 By Leave a Comment
Audi A5 DTM
A month after its unveiling at the Frankfurt International Motor Show the Audi A5 DTM will make its first public appearance on a DTM weekend. Audi factory driver Tom Kristensen will present the new 460-HP race car for the 2012 season to the fans at Hockenheim. The eight-time Le Mans winner and former DTM racer will be driving a show lap in the brand new coupe before and after the DTM race on Sunday. [Read more…]
SA ad for Toyota
October 1, 2011 By Leave a Comment
The South African Toyota Hilux advert
Incredible to see what the South African advertising agencies are coming with by utilising gender stereo typing and role reversal to deliver a message regarding Toyota Hilux.
Lotus in Frankfurt
September 16, 2011 By Leave a Comment
Lotus Exige R-GT in Frankfurt
Group Lotus showcase three new cars, two new options and one special limited edition. CEO Dany Bahar was joined by F1 presenter Jake Humphrey to host the Lotus press conference at the Frankfurt Motor Show. More Lotus than ever? You decide… [Read more…]