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Feb 26, 2010 - 10:10 PM - by Administrator |
While European automakers initially ignored hybrid technology, it seems as though the craze has finally caught on, with everyone from Ferrari to Porsche announcing hybrid models of one kind or another. Ferrari will debut a 599 Hybrid concept, while Porsche will show the GT3 R Hybrid race car and a hybrid version of the 2011 Cayenne.
Porsche's new parent company, Volkswagen, also has plenty of hybrid news. VW will showcase its new Touareg SUV, with a hybrid version. In addition, another VW-brand company, Audi, will show off a hybrid version of its new A8. Other hybrids include the Lotus Evora 414E Hybrid and the Lexus CT200h hybrid.
Other show highlights are sure to include a new high-performance version of the Lamborghini Gallardo, referred to as either the LP57-4 SuperVeloce or the LP570-4 Superleggera, as well as Audi's new RS5. Plus, Mercedes-tuner Carlsson is debuting its new C25, an SL65-based supercar while VW/Audi-tuner ABT Sportsline is showing-off a 600-hp Audi R8 GTR, an R8 Spyder, A8 and a modified Volkswagen Golf R.
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1 Reply | 395 Views | | Report: BMW Planning New Front-Drive Model On Next MINI Cooper Platform | |
Mar 11, 2010 - 5:48 PM - by Administrator |
BMW will produce a new front-drive model that will slot in underneath the 1 Series in the company's lineup. According to a report by AutoCar, the news comes direct from BMW chairman Norbert Reithofe.
This new BMW will share its architecture with a the next generation MINI Cooper and will be separate from the upcoming Mega City car. Reithofer commented that both front and all-wheel drive versions of the architecture will be available. In addition, the same architecture could be adapted to rear-wheel drive and used for the next 1 Series as well. This is a bit of a long shot, but the whole idea behind the shared BMW/MINI platform is to reduce production costs by sharing parts across brands.
Reithofer also confirmed that BMW is working on a competitor to the Audi A1, which was just unveiled at the Geneva Auto Show, although it is not clear if this new front-drive BMW will be that car's direct competitor as the MINI Cooper seems to already have that market tied down.
The new "0 Series" could hit the market as early as 2013, with the third-generation new MINI Cooper due out a year later.
More: Report: BMW Planning New Front-Drive Model On Next MINI Cooper Platform on AutoGuide.com
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