New BMW X1

BMW X1 is the latest compact SUV model from the house of BMW, which will be a value addition to the BMW's SUV lineup that currently comprises of BMW X3, BMW X5 and BMW X6 models. BMW's SUV/SAV models have been gaining growing popularity, but the X3, X5 and X6 models are comparatively larger in size and they were not able to cope up with the current market competition (as there are several smaller yet robust, powerful off-road SUVs on the offer).

The confirmation was made by BMW that the new X1 will hit the roads during the year 2011 and the company released some images of the new X1. North America will get only a 3 liter inline 6 engine same as that of the 328i x Drive sport wagon. The engine, which is naturally aspirated, will produce 231 bhp and has a torque of 199 lb-ft. It has an acceleration time of 6.7 seconds to speed up to 60 mph from a dead-stop.

Surprisingly, the company has not confirmed its plan regarding launch of the new X1 in the American markets, and are currently planning to launch it in the European market first.

Until now BMW has only unveiled the images of its latest compact sport utility dressed in the swirly camouflage.

The specs of the new X1 are also tentative as BMW is yet to give a confirmation on the same, while it has been officially confirmed that the 2010 X1 will hit the market this season for sure.

2010 Honda Odyssey Review

The 2010 Honda Odyssey is the best upscale handling minivan around. The 2010 model is largely unchanged from the 2009 but has more advanced features and a significant styling difference. The Odyssey has had such an impact on buyers that it displaces the Dodge Grand Caravan as America's best selling Minivan and has high ratings from Kelly Blue Book and the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration.

The 2010 Odyssey is the ultimate car for the family! The Odyssey comes in the LX, the EX, the EX-L, and Touring models. This car definitely makes the appropriate accommodations for spacing on the inside as the second row bucket seats and third row seats fold flat into a cargo-storage area in the floor. Need even more room? Also as a space saver, there are removable jump seats that slot in-between the second row pockets for a passenger capacity of eight. The car has a lot of cool new features including leather upholstery, tri-zone climate control, a sunroof, XM® Radio, Honda DVD Rear Entertainment System, and a Honda Satellite-Linked Navigation System™ also with voice recognition and a rearview camera ( for those hard to back into areas). The new Odyssey also has a Homelink® remote system, Bluetooth® capabilities, a rearview mirror with rearview camera display, and as stated before, one-motion 60/40 split third-row Magic Seat® with in-floor storage.

Honda also decided to upgrade the Odyssey under the hood with cool new features. The car has a 3.5 Liter SOHC VTEC® V-6 engine with a 5 speed automatic transmission that produces 244horsepower. This engine is standard across the board, along with a Drive-by-Wire™ throttle system. However, exclusive to the EX-L and Touring versions, the car comes with Honda's Variable Cylinder Management™ (VCM®), which increases fuel economy.

The most impressive of the 2010 Odyssey is by far its Safety features. These key features include, Vehicle Stability Assist with traction control, an Anti-lock braking system, Electronic Brake Distribution, and driver's/front passenger's active head restraints. The car also has a plethora of airbag safety systems like, the dual-stage multiple-threshold front airbags, front side airbags with passenger-side Occupant Position Detection System, and three-row side curtain airbags with rollover sensors. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration tested the cars frontal and side impact crash results and in conclusion gave the car 5-star frontal and side ratings.

2010 GMC Terrain

2010 GMC Terrain is another excellent compact crossover SUV from the house of General Motors. The Chevy Equinox and Terrain share several auto parts and even the basic architectural design, though Equinox looks more like a redesigned Terrain.

Looking at the salient features of the latest generation Terrain models, you'll discover that General Motors has incorporated several unique things in the new Terrain such as the 2 pulse techniques with a direct infuse engine injection that helps the engine in starting up faster in cold weather too.

The 2010 Terrain will be marketed in four trims viz SLT-1, SLT-2 as well as SLE-1, and SLE-2. The SLE-1 and 2 will be the base trims offering the standard features, while the SLT trims will offer heated front seats, leather upholstery, and other advanced features.

In 2010 GMC Terrain, fuel economy is going to be yet another extraordinary aspect. A 4-cylinder model with front-wheel drive has bagged EPA calculation of 22mpg on city and 32 mpg on highways, making an overall average of 26 mpg altogether; this is stupendous for an SUV of its kind. The 3L V6 also achieves 20+ mpg, along with plentiful power punch to tackle the hilly tracks. The latest generation V6 powered GMC Terrain comes with a towing capacity of 3500 pounds.

What's more, the new Terrain isn't going to be a costly affair despite all its goodness, and will stand forth in the race of the most affordable compact crossover SUVs as well. So, keep an eye on its release this year, and how it really performs when it hits the roads worldwide.

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2010 Toyota Hybrid Camry

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2011 Volkswagen Golf R Pictures

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2010 Acura TSX

Acura takes another leap in expanding the TSX label this year by launching it as a wagon in fall of 2010. Just like the previous years, the new TSX will be marketed only in Canada and North America and slowly European markets will be flooded with the new Acura wagon.

The 2010 Acura TSX will also be sold under the Accord Euro label in Australia and New Zealand later on. As far as the standard TSX model is concerned, it will incorporate very few changes in terms of specs and design. Last year, Acura TSX had received a couple of inches increase in its length and 1.3inches in its wheelbase; this year it is not sure as to whether Acura/Honda plans on increasing the dimensions any further.

The current TSX already boasts of being one of the longest cars in the Acura lineup. So, there are good chances that nothing except the wheelbase would change; probably a little increase in overall length may well be on the cards (though there are no indications right now).

As far as the standard features are concerned, there'll be very little change too, though it would be interesting to see how Acura plans on furnishing its wagon; whether all the features will be standard offerings increasing the base price, or only the higher end trims will be costlier, presenting the true capabilities of the TSX. The exact pricing for the wagon model are yet to be officially unveiled by Honda/Acura, and it will be quite interesting to see the response of the customers to the latest offering.

2010 Toyota Tacoma

The new 2010 Toyota Tacoma has a new body style. This feature plus many others has changed the look and increased gas mileage and performance. The all new 2010 Tacoma is sleeker and more stylish then past models. With a range of body styles and colors you will find one you cannot resist.

The 2010 Toyota Tacoma is a compact pickup that comes to you with three different body styles. The regular cab pickup comes with a bench seat that seats three. The access cab or extended cab has seating for five. The extended access cab pickup also has two rear hinged doors. The double cab Tacoma Has a bench seat that seats three inthe front and back. This model also has four conventional doors.

For your hauling needs the regular and access cab pickups hae a six foot bed with a protectie plastic liner. The double cab model has a choice of a five or six foot bed. You also have two engine choices with the 2010 Tacoma. Options are a 2.7 liter 159 horsepower 4 cylinder or a 4.0 liter 236 horsepower V 6 engine. These are teamed with manual and automatic transmissions. The truck is offered in 2 and 4 wheel drive. All these features give you a towing capacity up to 6500 lbs. This truck has many safety features as standard equipment and options for many more. Standard safety equipment includes dual front and side air bags, anti lock brake system, and several other features. The Toyota Tacoma also comes in a sporty model. The Toyota X - Runner comes with an access cab with the 230 + horsepower engine and a manual transmission. The body has aero lower body trim. It comes with a sport suspension system that makes it a fun truck that handles and rides smoother.

The Toyota Tacoma compact pickup is one of the best over all values on the market. The price and fuel economy, up to 26 miles to the gallon are features that make this pickup economical to drive. The 2010 Tacoma has a 36 month 36000 mile warranty on all components excluding normal wear and a 60 month 60,000 mile warranty on the power train. With all the 2010 Tacoma has to offer is it time to visit a Toyota dealer today. Visit the Toyota web site or your local dealer to get all the facts today. Be the first one on your block to have a new 2010 Tacoma in your driveway. Toyota Tacoma, a great value in compact pickups.

2009 Lamborghini Murcielago

This type of car is so famous especially in the Hollywood stars. The Lamborghini Murcielago has two type Lamborghini Murcielago LP640 Coupe and Lamborghini Murcielago LP640 Roadster. The Lamborghini Murcielago is 2 door 2 passenger luxury sports car or convertible sports car. The 2009 Lamborghini Murcielago is carryover from 2008. Both are equipped 6.5 liter and 631 horsepower engine.

This car achieves 8 mpg in the city, 13 mpg in the highway. The transmission is 6 speed manual and 6 speed automatic with overdrive is optional. The price is ranging between USD$ 350,00 to USD$ 380,000 and all out in the market.

Top 10 Best Car Brand 2010

Here are the top 10 Best Car Brand this 2010 which is include satisfaction, durability and comfort for those who use this cars.

1. Toyota
2. Ford
3. Honda
4. Chevrolet
5. Volvo
6. Mercedes-Banz
7. BMW
8. Cadillac
9. Subaru
10. Lexus

New Ford Fiesta

The Ford Fiesta conjures up different opinions depending on who you ask. For some it is a basic and boring choice, but recent buyers may have a very different opinion. It is a veteran of the Ford empire, and is obviously a success as it is now being sold in its sixth generation. The original Fiesta first debuted in 1976 and was a small cheap car made for families that could not afford some of the larger and dearer cars of the time. Car dealers were initially surprised at how well it sold, and by 1978 the Fiesta became the top selling 'supermini' in Britain.

The Fiesta mark II is probably the first recognisable Fiesta, as the first version is now rarely seen but the mark II has successfully prevailed well into the noughties. In 1987 it had its best ever year, selling over 150,000 models. Ford car dealers obviously made a tidy profit that year! The mark III and mark IV versions were also successful, and every time a version was updated, it became a success. These models are also still around, and have become representative of young new drivers and their first cars.

In 1999 car dealers began to stock the new version of the mark IV. The front of the car had been updated to look more like the new Ford Focus. This enabled the Fiesta to retain its popularity and keep up to date. It has continued to successfully achieve this right into the very different world of today. In 2002 the mark V Fiesta was unveiled, which bears no resemblance to the original Fiesta at all, but looking at the progression of styles, it does make sense for the Fiesta to have turned out this way.

Car dealers today are now showing the brand new mark VI Fiesta, which is the most recent form of the popular classic. It has been designed to have a completely different appearance and looks incredibly streamlined and stylish compared to its Fiesta ancestors. To catapult it into modern times it comes in a brilliant selection of colours, from black to hot magenta. Car dealers all over the country have now got this new version on show and now time will tell if it can maintain the success of the Fiesta.

Used Lexus Saloon

I'm a big fan of big cars and when size matters there's no better choice than a used Lexus LS saloon. It's big, bold and very generously equipped. It's also an easy choice because the LS range consists of just one model, a monster 4.3L V8. That's not to say you miss out - the LS is peppered with all the features you could wish for, from leather seats, satellite navigation and even air suspension. What a car!

When you first drive the Lexus LX you could be forgiven for thinking you'd forgotten to start the engine. It's so very quiet; it's the last word in refinement. No wind noise and no rattles, due to the exemplary build quality. You're not even troubled by road noise since the excellent air suspension takes all the pain for you. You're left with the feeling that the car's gliding, it's a wonderful drive.

Lexus, being Japanese, has a fantastic reputation for being built well and hardly ever going wrong. That makes buying a used Lexus a pretty safe bet, and if you can get your hands on an LS for a decent price you'll be very well rewarded. It's an extremely comfortable car to drive, it's got all the gadgets you could want, fitted as standard, and it's highly unlikely to have any problems. It's hard to find a reason why you wouldn't want to own this car.

The LS is an especially good choice if you like to feel you've got lots of space around you, since the interior feels massive. Passengers will find the space in the back more than adequate, too.

If you're looking for a large, luxury car to cruise around in, I can't recommend the Used Lexus LS highly enough. It combines everything that Lexus does best and packages it up perfectly.

Ferrari F430 and 360 Modena Wheels and Tires

There are many choices and styles to look at when you are looking for Ferrari Wheels and Tires. Options abound as well as the cost of wheels and tires for your car. You want to get the nicest wheels and tires that you can get and also stay within your budget.

There are the Hamann Edition Race Wheels and Tires. As well as the Novitech NF3 series for your Ferrari F430 or Ferraro 360 Modena sports-car. Of you are purchasing your wheels for your F430, There are the Hamann Anniversary Special Edition F430 Wheels. They are all in the $13,000 to $15,000 range. One nice option with the Novitech NF3 Wheels is there is a Custom Color Option for around in these figures.

In any case you should be able to purchase a set of wheels and tires in the $6,000 to $17,000 range at highest. A Ferrari is defiantly an investment not to be taken lightly. So you will want to choose the wheel's that will best suit you and your personal style. There are many options to choose from when you are shopping for your wheels and tires. You want to do your car and your wallet proud while feeling satisfied that you got the best deal for your dollar.

When it comes to satisfaction of a purchase well made and a smile on the customers face. Also, shiny new wheels on an Italian Classic Race Car. You will know that you got the best wheels and tires for you and your car. And you saved money while you did it.

American Solar Car Story

The purpose of this article is to address the technological innovation brought by the Michigan Solar Car team to the auto industry. This project was successfully tackled by a small group of one hundred Michigan's brightest students and their 300 sponsors.

Recently, I went to the 2010 Detroit Auto Show. It was awesome! So much glamour and so many vehicles to choose from. But, in this article I am not going to talk about the automakers and their vehicles... I will be discussing about one vehicle that was pioneered twenty years ago and had a tremendous response in support from its sponsors and its students from University of Michigan. Yes, it's about the UM school's tenth generation of its solar car named "Infinium". What a remarkable solar vehicle! Its team mission succeeded. The UM Solar Car team won several racing awards in two competitions, national and international.

One of the young team members, a sophomore student told me how proud he was about the entire team accomplishments, a wide array of leading edge technologies and many team innovations.
Solar car racing at Michigan celebrated its 20th year of existence. What an accomplishment!
The solar car team won most of the North American Championship, five out of nine times. At the World Championship contest finished 3rd, three times. That's a great performance.

It all started twenty years ago when a group of Michigan passionate students won the GM Sunrayce. The Sunrunner 1990 solar car took the first place GM Sunrayce and 3rd place World Solar challenge.
The advances in battery technologies used in the solar vehicle had helped the breakthrough in the hybrids. Its carbon fiber composite body shared similar usage on Grand Prix race cars and commercial aircrafts.
Regenerative braking systems had been used since 1989 and implemented in hybrid vehicles since.
Advances in solar cells and collector systems were commonly used in large solar power plants.

The main components of the Michigan solar car were:

• carbon fiber composite body and chassis
• electric motor
• custom build suspension
• solar cells
• low friction wheels
• solar collector (concentrator) system

For car enthusiasts the Continuum 2007 solar car specifications are listed below:

• weight (w/o driver) - 475 lbs (215 kg)
• size - 16.4 ft x 5.9 ft (5 m x 1.8 m
• top speed - 87 mph (140 kmh)
• max torque - 37 lb-ft (50.2 N-m)
• nominal power output - 2.5 hp
• max. power output - 12.3 hp
• max. array output - 1900 watt
• fuel type - sun
• batteries - 30 kg (lithium polymer)
• fuel economy - infinite

A few words about the solar vehicle races.

The World Solar Challenge was founded by Hans Tholstrup in 1987. It takes place in Australia and starts in the North of Australia at Darwin and ends up in the South in Adelaide, about 1800 miles race. Race results: 3 third place finishes. The North American Solar Challenge race was founded by GM in 1989. Its length from start to finish is 2500 miles. The race itinerary starts in Dallas, Texas and ends in Calgary, Alberta. Race results: 5 National Championships.

Michigan Solar Car Team organization is comprised of 4 units: engineering, business, operations and strategy. UM Solar Car team budget expenses of $2,600,000 included the cost of: vehicle, strategy, business, operational and logistics.

Among the most known UM Solar Car sponsors are: GM, Ford, Dana, Denso, Shell, Roush, Alcoa, SKF Group, Detroit Auto Dealers Association, Molex, Tel-X Corporation, Vector Group, A123 systems, Delta, AT&T, Motorola, Bowne, Cytec, Michelin, 3M, Kaiser Aluminum, Visteon, ArvinMeritor, and many more.

Media companies that covered the solar car team are: ABC, Boston Globe, CBS, CNN, Discovery Channel, ESPN, New York Times, MSNBC, Popular Mechanics, USA Today.

UM Solar Car team is continuously seeking sponsors and donations. As part of the non-profit University of Michigan, the Solar Car Team is a 501(c)3 organization. All donations are eligible for tax exemptions, whether cash and in-kind donations of materials and select services.
UM Solar Car Donors and Sponsorship Levels are listed below:

1. Platinum ($100,000 or more, at least $25,000 cash)
2. Gold ($25,000 to $99,999, at least $5,000 cash)
3. Silver ($10,000 to $24,999)
4. Bronze ($2,500 to $9,999)
5. Crew (under $2,500)

UM Solar Car team is a legacy of excellence. List of past Michigan Solar Cars Names, Model Year and Awards won:

• Sunrunner 1990, 1st place GM Sunrayce, 3rd place World Solar Challenge,
• Maize & Blue 1993, 1st place GM Sunrayce,
• Solar Vision 1995,
• Wolverine 1997,
• Maize Blaze 1999,
• M-Pulse 2001, 1st place American Solar Challenge, 3rd place World Solar Challenge,
• Spectrum 2003,
• Momentum 2005, 1st place American Solar Challenge, 3rd place World Solar Challenge,
• Continuum 2007, 1st place American Solar Challenge,
• Infinium 2009,

UM Solar Car team is a perfect example of green technology put to work. The solar car is a shining proof in promoting alternative energy sources and developing advanced technologies. It enables the solar team to expand our public outreach.

2009 Sport Car Prindiville Lamborghini Murcielago

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All the panels of body are in the carbonfibre extraordinarily of completion. Murcielago by Prindiville also comprises has announced the interior, increased by employing leather rich and the aluminium accents hand-with completion. But there are also the contacts of `little which indicate the depth of our attention to the detail - aluminium vents particularly machines, for example.

Land Rover a Fantastic 4X4 in All Weather

In my life time I have made a few mistakes such as women, jobs and especially with my choice of cars. The first car I ever purchased was a Ford Sierra which I purchased from a friend of mine. At the time everybody I knew owned a Sierra. It was alright for a period of time but it just wasn't the car for me. Anyway, on one snowy and very icy night I crashed it into a tree so maybe I am just annoyed at the car even though it was probably my fault.

Nowadays I drive a second hand Land Rover. In my experience this is a fantastic car to drive in the snow which is very apt considering the weather we are experiencing at the moment. When I crashed the Sierra 20 years ago technology and overall safety of a car was nowhere near as advanced as it is today. I feel safer in a Land Rover mainly due to the fact it is designed to cope with different types of terrain and adverse weather conditions. When I purchased my used Land Rover I couldn't believe how reasonably priced it was especially when I compared it with a new Land Rover.

There are certain problems though with owning a 4x4 vehicle. Firstly the fuel consumption is high which is what you might expect from a car that weighs over one tonne. This is the same though for any larger vehicles currently on the road such as people carriers. Secondly there is the cost of servicing the Land Rover but this is the case for lots of cars under a certain age. As the car is heavy it can be sluggish to get up to speed and move off the lights particularly because it is a diesel.

I did look at a few other vehicles before deciding upon a second hand Land Rover. I really liked the Chrysler Jeep Cherokee. The 4x4 certainly looked the part with its beefed up wheels and bodywork. However the driving performance was not to my style in some ways it felt heavier than the Land Rover. I also tried out the Toyota RAV4 because I have always had a soft spot for Toyota because in my experience they have been reliable and easy to drive. However the price of a second hand RAV4 that I test drove was out of my league in terms of finance which was a shame because I really enjoyed driving it.

So far I feel that I have made the right decision to purchase a Used Land Rover. But I will probably buy a different 4x4 vehicle in the next few years. Who knows perhaps I will purchase a second hand Cherokee.

The Tango Electric Car

There is a new electric car being displayed at the Detroit Car Show 2010. It is the Tango Electric Car made by a company out of Washington called "Commuter Cars". While there seems to be a flood of new electric cars, this one is definitely different. It is a 2 seater car with the seats behind each other and not next to each other. Think Honda Goldwing Motorcycle size when thinking about the Tango.

The next surprising thing is the performance of this car. It comes with 2 electric engines and can go faster than 130 mp/h easily. At least that is what the manufacturer is telling about the Tango. This electric vehicle weighs in at about 1 ton and according to Rick Woodbury, the designer of the car, it has better road maneuvering than a regular sports car.

And since the Tango car is so small and thin, can you imagine how many of those you can fit into a standard 2-car garage? This car is approx. as long as my current pickup truck (Ford F-150) is wide. Christmas at the mall would be interesting because it should be easy to find a parking spot for this vehicle. However, I am not sure how you would transport any Christmas presents as this car does not have any real storage areas.

Do not get too excited, this car is hard to get. For one there is the big ticket price tag of roughly $150,000. And second it takes about 1 month to have one of those electric cars build. But if you manage to a) have enough money to buy one and b) the patience to wait for it to be build, at least then you would drive the same car as George Clooney. I guess ever since George Clooney was seen driving a Toyota Prius, he got a first shot at every other electric vehicle. Rumors have it that he also owns one of the few Tesla Roadster's. The Tesla Roadster is a 100% electric sports car and one of the most visible projects in this field.

2011 BMW 3-Series Convertible

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