BMW 3 Series GT revealed

BMW 3 Series GT revealed
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When much of the world is still watching auto show taking place in the city of "Angels", the German carmakers bring 3 Series GT version just advertising photography Los Angeles Convention Centrer few kilometers.

After months of hiding the car under thick camouflage prototypes, BMW fans have the opportunity to watch the entire design of the hatchback, and expertise freely discussed.


BMW 3 Series GT in the shoot. Photo: KGP.
Shoot revealed 3 Series GT with 2 different versions of equipment. The car appears to be a brown design standards, while the silver car is the M Sport with the bodykit aggressive than, niches wind before also different.

However, the interior remains quite mysterious. Unknown 3 Series GT uses the same type 2 modes as the 5 Series GT hatchback, sedan style with the trunk lid but smaller or door open really wide on top.


BMW 5 Series GT with two types of opening the trunk. Photo: BMW.
But just 5 Series GT, Gran Turismo version of the 3 Series to focus on extending the interior space and to map with a longer wheelbase, hood is longer, higher and softer.

BMW 3 Series GT ever expected to debut at the Paris Motor Show (France) in September, but now, in present time can be up to 3/2013, at the Geneva Motor Show (Switzerland).

BMW 3 Series GT

Silver car in the shoot, which was for the M Sport version.

And the brown is the standard.

Wheels and wind cavity in front of two different vehicles.

Brown cars with double exhaust pipe is located to one side.

Silver car with two exhaust pipes are isolated.

Photo: Paulta, KGP

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Ford EcoBoost Fiesta 2014 launch in the U.S.

Ford EcoBoost Fiesta 2014 launch in the U.S.

At the Los Angeles Motor Show, Ford introduced customers home 2 versions of the Fiesta in 2014 and will use the new EcoBoost engine.
Open two new models to help Ford wide grossing Fiesta line, while increasing the ability to compete with EcoBoost fuel-saving and environmentally friendly.


Ford Fiesta 2014 with 1 liter EcoBoost three-cylinder.
Ford Fiesta 2014 standard edition life, both the sedan and hatchback, use 1 liter EcoBoost 3-cylinder 123 hp and torque of 200 Nm. Ready vehicles sold in the European market, while U.S. customers have to wait until the end of 2013. However, auto-shut-start the engine only on the European version that Americans must suffer.

With estimated fuel consumption less than 6 liters per 100 km with 5-speed manual gearbox, the Fiesta seems to become "non-motor vehicles the most fuel-efficient hybrid sold in North America." Consumption on the current version of Fiesta SFE is 6 ltr per 100 km highway.


Ford Fiesta ST
In addition to the new engine, using less gasoline, Fiesta upgraded version also connected to SYNC and MyFord Touch equipped with a new 6.5-inch touch screen Sony HD radio.

Sports version Fiesta ST uses EcoBoost 1.6-liter 4-cylinder engine producing 197 hp and torque of 290 Nm. 6-speed manual gearbox. Fuel consumption of around 6.9 ltr per 100 km. Sports style shown in the appearance through dual exhaust pipes and 17-inch wheels. In addition, the suspension system has been redesigned and upgraded brakes.

2014 Ford Fiesta hatchback.

2014 Ford Fiesta sedan.

The hatchback and sedan were using the new EcoBoost engine.

1 liter EcoBoost three-cylinder.

Wide grille with six edges and chromed horizontal bars. Three-shock front with lower wind niches and narrower. Angular fog light recesses.

Modern furniture.

Connect SYNC and MyFord Touch with 6.5 inch touch screen Sony HD radio. Photo: Ford

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Volkswagen Beetle 2013

Volkswagen Beetle convertible 2013 prices from $ 24,500
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With a more aggressive appearance, "beetle" new generation to attract more male customers. Convertible version more expensive the hatchback than $ 4,500.
With the 2nd generation of the modern version of Volkswagen Beetle to help create a new personality for a symbol has become more familiar, especially for women. According to the German manufacturer, from 40 to 50 percent of customers are men buying New Beetle Turbo version. Meanwhile, the first-generation New Beetle only 28% of car owners are men.


Volkswagen Beetle convertible debuted at the Los Angeles Auto Show 2012. Photo: AOL.
Take Beetle convertible 2013 to debut at the Los Angeles Motor Show, the German car company also announced the price of the convertible version in the U.S.. Price starts at $ 24,500 for version 2.5-liter 5-cylinder engine automatic transmission with a capacity of 170 hp and torque of 240 Nm. Price increased to $ 27,800 for the 2.0 Turbo (200 hp, torque 281 Nm) with the gearbox and the optional dual-clutch gearbox.

If the engine oil, customers can choose the TDI version with a capacity of 140 hp and torque of 320 Nm with standard price $ 27,900 and up to $ 31,200 if the option package equipment system positioning and Fender sound effects.

To compare, a Beetle hatchback 2013 standard edition is priced from $ 19,800 with the 6-speed manual gearbox and $ 20,900 for the automatic transmission.

Choose soft convertible version, customers have to pay more but have a personality than the same vehicle equipped with high standard, including V-Tex leather seats with heating function, alloy wheels, Bluetooth and iPod ... According to the German manufacturer, the fabric roof is folded in 9.5 seconds and up to 11 seconds.


Volkswagen Beetle convertible with 3 color options.
Vehicles with 3 same color interior paint and different wheels symbolizing the year 1950, 1960 and 1970. Represents the 1950 car is black with tan interior. Car light blue symbolizes the 1960s two-tone seats. Dark brown of the 1970s.

At the Los Angeles Auto Show 2012, Volkswagen also makes customers feel disadvantaged American debut Beetle convertible version R-Line and Exclusive - two versions for the European market.

Volkswagen Beetle convertible black 1950.

Light blue for 1960.

And the dark brown of the 1970s.

Each paint color wheel types.

Soft roof folded in 9.5 seconds.

Accompanying each paint a different interior color scheme.

Photo: AOL

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Hyundai unveiled the Veloster convertible soft roll

Hyundai unveiled the Veloster convertible soft roll

The concept C3 Roll Top is a testament to the ultra versatile design can be found in a sport like Veloster.
Has the same 1.6-liter turbo engine as the standard version, but the Veloster C3 Roll Top with unique soft roof can be rolled in layers on top of the roof. Especially, the canvas roof could be rolled from front to back and from back to front.


Veloster C3 Roll Top debut at Los Angeles Auto Show 2012. Photo: AOL.
When folded hood, along with door type hatchback, the Veloster has a particularly spacious space for storage. At that time, the luggage compartment can be folded two bikes, some camping equipment or even a kayak.

The designer said the concept car inspired by the bike usually with a focus on low-cost improvements.

Under the bonnet, the Veloster C3 Roll Top using the 1.6 liter 4-cylinder with 201 hp and torque of 264 Nm.

Veloster C3 Roll Top at the Los Angeles show.

The soft roof can be folded forward or backwards.

When loading zone, luggage can to 2 bikes or a kayak.

The hood with the same design curtains.

Interior black red tones.

Photo: AOL, Hyundai

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BMW unveiled the i3 Coupe concept

BMW unveiled the i3 Coupe concept
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New concept car of the German manufacturer with bold sport, appearing on the network right before its debut at the Los Angeles Auto Show.
According to BMW, the i3 Coupe concept "demonstrates the potential extension of the product line" of the company. 3-door version, the sporty but less convenient than the 5-door concept, which will be put into production in 2013.


BMW i3 Coupe concept car - the new three-door coupe from Germany.
With i3 Coupe, design engineers no longer make use of see-through style out the window as the i3 5-door version. Vehicles with long wheelbase 2570 mm. Overall dimensions 3964 mm long, 1768 mm wide and 1555 mm tall, the same size as the Ford Fiesta hatchback.

At first glance, i3 Coupe with interior design as i3 5-door version. But a closer look, can get some more type of "mass production" BMW has added to the concept, such as the infotainment system in the center console, iDrive system and cluster window controls in the lower panel.


BMW i3 style 5-door version with see-through doors.
BMW i3 Coupe concept using electric motor capacity of 168 hp and torque of 250 Nm. Rear drive system. Li-ion battery pack located under the floor of the vehicle.

3-door coupe will debut at the Los Angeles Motor Show opening on 28/11. In addition, there is a plug-in hybrid version will appear later.

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TMG Sports 650 concept

TMG Sports 650 concept - super sedan from Lexus LS

While most of the attention fell on the Los Angeles Auto Show (U.S.), Toyota Motorsport quietly released concept car has a capacity of 650 horsepower at the Essen Motor Show in Germany.
Is a subsidiary of parent company Toyota and based in Cologne (Germany), Toyota Motorsport GmbH (TMG) focus on major events in Germany by making the Lexus LS460 sedan into a high-performance version.


TMG Sports 650 - car from Lexus LS460 with a capacity of 650 horsepower.
TMG Sports 650 engine concept uses dual 5-liter V8 supercharged turbine. Standard 386 hp power increase to 650 hp at 7450 rpm r / min with maximum torque at 765 Nm at 5460 rpm / min. 8-speed gearbox has three automatic mode and a mode of "floor". Maximum speed of 320 km / h.

If you just compare the strength, TMG Sports 650 is stronger than the super car Ferrari 599 GTB Fiorano (612 hp) or Bentley Continental Supersports (621 hp).

Vehicle weight of 2050 kg takes about 3.9 seconds to accelerate from 0 to 100 km / h. Super sedan uses 20-inch wheels with carbon ceramic brakes Brembo performance. Tyres front 275/35 rear tire 345/30. Multi-point suspension with swing springs and shock absorbers name Sachs.

The Essen Motor Show takes place from 26/11 to 4/12.

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Toyota is 86

Toyota is 86 bare roof there might pay out actually head 2013.
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According to some internal sources Japanese carmakers, the convertible version of the two-door coupe with four seats can be launched at the Geneva (Switzerland) in March / 2013. 

According to Autocar, the convertible version will use the electronic control system to fold the fabric hood. Type metal hardtop will not be used to limit the increase in weight.


Toyota 86 roadster might look like this. Photo: Autocar simulation.
Is considered an important product in the U.S. market, Toyota 86 convertibles seem to retain power 197 hp 2-liter engine. The suspension is understood to be "softer" than to be compatible with the lower body.

Toyota has not yet spoken on the above information, but technical director at Toyota sports car, Tetsuya Tada, who confirmed that a high-performance version of the 86 being made. It could be a hybrid version with a capacity of about 250 horsepower and is being developed in Japan, with the time of sale the market is expected in 2015.

The car that Tetsuya Tada mentioned will likely use a super capacitor instead of battery packs. This technology is currently too expensive to appear on a public road, but Toyota is working with electronics experts to find solutions, and Toyota 86 high-performance versions will not appear on the market if the price sell too high.

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