Audi's Johan De Nysschen talks future product at Fourtitude

Audi of America President Johan Nysschen recently went through the records of future product plans by the passionate Fourtitude forums on the website. In addition to clarifying the big news about the Audi diesel initiative in the U.S., plans to escape Nysschen some other product to make.

First, it confirms that the next generation will be sold as the A3 sedan in the U.S.. The Sportback will be interrupted, but the A3 Cabriolet range can reach the United States. The new A3 is a model 2013, but may not be available at the beginning of the year model. All they can say what we hope is that just as the concept car that looks unusual bowed in Geneva.

As for performance models, de Nysschen said that a variant is S of all cars in the area of ​​automobile manufacturers likely, and alludes to the S7 offered here. The RS5 is still scheduled to come next year, even if there is an elevator A5/S5 is in the United States has introduced during the winter.

Maintenance Fourtitude confirmed that the clean diesel versions of the Q5, A6 and A8 in the cards, probably with the 3.0-liter V6 TDI. The A4 is also planned to acquire a variation of TDI, but it will probably be powered by a 2.0-liter four-cylinder. The Q5 crossover is also a hybrid version, which comes on the market in 2012.

Ford Fiesta turns 35, hits 15 million units, celebrates

Ford Fiesta launched the movement in 2010, but the story of the small sedan goes back 35 years. Ford Fiesta launched in 1976 and since then he went on to sell 15 million units. Are the latest iteration has joined the family in 2010, Ford keep its freshness for the year 2011 with new colors and improve the highest finish.

Red Mars and Fashionista are the new colors of the palette Fiesta, Fiesta Titanium and adds a chrome grille, new wheels and a pavilion woven. You can also leather seats for their role.

Chevy holding tournament to pick best Bowtie vehicle of all time

As a society, Chevrolet has helped shape the automotive landscape in more ways than one. Other plate has been responsible for several emblematic models of its history? Have names like Nomad, Impala, Apache, Chevelle, Camaro, Corvette and Bel Air and define their segments are a symbol for the respective generations, but who is the best Chevrolet ever? If this is the '63 Corvette split-window '57 or injection? Perhaps the mighty has Silverado is the truck of his choice, or the first in the history of Chevrolet Series C Classic Six? With 100 years of history, there are many models to choose from, so that possibly an unanswered question

As part of the centennial celebration of the brand, Chevrolet has organized a tournament bracket to select the best Chevrolet of 16 applicants. To the 57s Bel Air vs. '62 Impala, '11 volts are compared to the '36 Suburban and '70 Chevelle SS Camaro vs. '10.

Mary Kay adds a black Ford Mustang to her garage

Collection of Mary Kay Annual Seminar will be held in Dallas now known, and the company for his pink Cadillac, his independent beauty consultant, another reason to work hard: a black Ford Mustang V6 has joined the fleet of cars available to his consultants earn. The Mustang is by far the most athletic option from the pool, sharing garage space with the Equinox and Chevrolet Malibu, Toyota Camry and, of course, that pink Cadillac.

While Mary Kay is sold in over 35 countries, each fleet will be selected by the regional body for the Mustang is only offered in the U.S. (sorry, Moldova). However, the pink Cadillac is the top rainmakers make the pyramid sales - "it's the symbol," we were told, however, the Mustang was very well received, "there were many women cheering.."

2007 Volvo S80 sedan recalled over steering concern

If you are one of the 8406 people who make a 2007 Volvo S80 between March 2006 and May 2007 purchased, ready to make an appointment service to your dealer. S80 sedans are manufactured at this time, called back because the power steering hose back tank, which may have routed incorrectly.

According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, a hose can be misdirected to an increased pressure in the steering. If this happens, it is possible for the pipe to burst, resulting in loss of steering control of the car.

Volvo starts with the owner in August contact, and all necessary repairs will be performed free of charge. Follow the jump to read recall the statement of the official NHTSA.

Plug-in hybrid Ford F-Series Super Duty trucks coming in 2013

Azure Dynamics has signed a contract with Ford, where Oak Park, MI, signed with the firm will integrate plug-in hybrid Ford F-Series Super Duty Trucks.

Work with Ford, the plug-in hybrid technology Azure will debut on the F-550 Super Duty Chassis Cab at the beginning of 2013. The agreement also enables Azure to develop plug-in hybrid drivetrain conversions on all configurations available in Ford F-350 and F-450 truck. Azure said, is that about two-thirds of its plug-in hybrid system may be applicable (is gasoline or diesel) for all configurations, Super Duty, with about a third to be certain powertrain.

It also includes the azure-Ford agreement, a so-called "ship-thru" clause, sell it Azure converted vehicles through Ford dealers qualified commercial vehicles in North America. In 2009, Azure struck a similar agreement with Ford for the Transit Connect power.

Mopar releases 150 accessories for Fiat 500

We are sure that the costumes are very pleased Fiat finally managed to run the 500 here in America. It seems that people with weapons customizing Chrysler, Mopar just as happy to see the little land in the Italian states. To show their enthusiasm, Mopar announced a variety of parts, the owners of their new Cinquecento hatchback make their own can.

We're talking about 20 or 30 articles talking here, either. Mopar 500 fever, and is about 150 parts and accessories for the little Fiat to offer. This includes includes everything from personalized key, decals and exterior roof rack on a Uconnect offers WiFi with 3G high-speed Internet.

Chevrolet Camaro ZL1 described by chief engineer Al Oppenheiser

Fans of the trademark bow tie are chomping at the bit to get more information about the upcoming Chevrolet Camaro ZL1. General Motors has decided to show their latest high-performance at the homecoming Camaro in Oshawa, Ontario. Chief Engineer Al Heiser Oppenheimer got the car into the crowd, and then spent some time talking about the ZL1 Zed at the camera.

For those unaware, the 2012 Chevrolet Camaro ZL1 a series of updates to get the rest of his brothers. Outside are the better aerodynamics in full force from nose to tail. Inside adds, Chevrolet Suede seats, steering wheel and shift knob. But the true heart of the ZL1 is under the hood, and it looks like we have to wait for word to get to the small to the full power of the turbocharged 6.2-liter V8. It is rumored that the Camaro ZL1 were more than 570 horse pump, but for now, saying that while GM is "at least 550".

We ride shotgun as Marcus Grönholm practices for X Games 17

The El Toro Marine Base in Irvine, CA has become something of a test field near West Coast for the automotive industry in recent years. Currently, it is best for Being Perhaps the point of Top Gear USA test track is known, we want to do media events attended, learned how to drift and a variety of manufacturers Watched their products test for the connection of the abandoned military airstrip.

Ford turned to the last strip of asphalt into a replica of the X Games 17 Rally Cross race and took twice WRC Marcus Gronholm field and Moto-X legend-turned-rally-driver Brian Deegan for a workout before the weekend main event. Fortunately for us, they asked us aussi day together with the enticing offer of a shotgun seat in a 575-horsepower four-wheel drive Fiesta car.

2012 ABT Sportsline Volkswagen Tiguan

The book says that the specification had to be supported features of the new Volkswagen Tiguan. Of course, this means that the car must have a maximum reliability, comfortable ride on almost any surface and agility - and engineers have done a good job ABT: the success of the 2.0 TDI 170 is maintaining a strong hp/125 kW (standard series : 103 kW/140 hp) and 195 HP/143 kW (standard series: 170 hp/125 kW). With the economic turbo gasoline engine with 1.4 liter displacement dynamic 210 hp (154 kW) instead of the standard 160 hp (118 kW) available. The fact that fuel consumption is not increasing accordingly a matter of course at ABT Sportsline. The Volkswagen Tiguan Sport facelift is the 2.0 TSI engine. The machines are being tested extensively, but technicians have found that - has reached more than 210 hp (154 kW) or as much as 250 hp (184 kW) - depending on the performance of the series.

2011 Mercedes-Benz Viano Vision Pearl Concept

The concept takes its inspiration from that of modern sports yachts, as with the theme of travel experience. The edge of wireless connectivity meets the needs of modern, mobile society. Since there are exterior styling, Mercedes-Benz used for the first time in the van in the painting "magno pearl gray," a dull gray gravel. The stylistically from Viano with its integrated LED daytime running lights gives the revised van a more sporty, powerful appearance.

 The interior of the Viano Pearl Vision is not so much a functional space for the passengers, but a living room. The name Pearl Vision emphasizes both the concept and the repositioning of the Viano Viano of the future is the perfect traveling companion, and in this version, it carries over to a modern maritime theme.

The Pearl Vision Viano is completed by the Bang & Olufsen. Mercedes-Benz has been working with this manufacturer of world class audio systems since 2009 and includes public address systems in high-end cars like the S-Class. Many thanks to the very high power of 1320 watts (S-Class has 1200 watts) and 18 integrated, built mainly by hand speaker, the vehicle occupants treated an exceptional listening experience. The Viano is elegantly understated Pearl Vision, where the outside world concerns: The speakers are located in their own homes, very little escapes to the outside volume.

2012 Maserati GranCabrio Sport

The Maserati sports coupe uses the latest sound of Maserati, all alloy, 4.7-liter V8, directly from high-performance GranTurismo MC Stradale derived. This naturally aspirated engine produces 450 hp (331kW) at 7000rpm: is10hp that more than GranCabrio. It is also rich in the maximum at 510 nm of torque (20Nm more than the GranCabrio) 4750rpm arrival. Eighty percent of its maximum torque is available already, just 2500rpm. Given next to power, torque and throttle response, the program will reduce friction, fuel consumption of the Maserati sports coupe will be lowered six percent a sum of 14.5 l/100 km.

 Exhaust tips help to give the new Maserati coupe sports a fuller sound when the engine by-pass valves are activated. The valves are still open in the hand-Sport mode, while open-top car 2500rpm in Sport mode. The exhaust system allows Maserati to hit its goal of improving the performance of the car and its customers access to sound like an open-air theater and new music is very rich.

The Maserati sports coupe is the first Maserati to match the upgraded version of the 450PS 4.7-liter engine with luxury accommodation in a fully automatic transmission. The six-speed transmission mode includes high-speed Auto Shift ™ and is designed for the Maserati sports coupe designed directly from the transmission in the Quattroporte Sport GT S.

The Maserati MC sports convertible sports packages start line now, including the interior and exterior carbon fiber. For example, it is possible to change the carbon-fiber front splitter, while the side skirts are also available in black. The Astro-design 20-inch wheels are also looking at shiny gray to a darker, more threatening to create.

2011 Carlsson Mercedes-Benz S-Class

Carlsson Carlsson offers its S-class (Type W / V 221) extra sportiness, individuality and luxury. The 12-cylinder twin-turbo version of the premium in the S 600 L is impressive, with now 600 hp (441kW) instead of the standard 517 hp (380 kW). Its maximum torque is limited electronically to 1,024 Nm. This performance increase is the result of a management approach optimized engine with the air filter of the sports and sport exhaust system. The enormous power acceleration brings Carlsson S-Class in 4.3 seconds from 0 to 100 km (range: 4.6 seconds) to the next level, the 320 km limit. This performance gain is the result of the test cycles and several wonderful years of experience with the engine manufacturer in Stuttgart. Improved performance, including the sports exhaust system for the S 600 L up to € 4997 including all taxes. Further performance enhancements are available for 6 -, 8 - and 12-cylinder as well as for diesel engines. The top model in the S 63 AMG delivers up to 685 hp (504 kW).

 To provide four additional headlights (high beam and fog lights) and vertically integrated LED daytime running lights, safety on the road day and night. The back of the class S is complete with its rear bumper, topped by a rear spoiler. The promise of the new aero package is visually smart by lowering the suspension, maintained Carlsson C-Tronic suspension system for vehicles with Airmatic or ABC. The C-Tronic is available for only € 1178, surpassing even the Active Body Control Mercedes-Benz.

Dunlop performance tires (255/35 front and 275/35 ZR 20 rear) make contact with the road and cover the elegant 20-inch alloy wheels 1 / 10 Brilliant Edition (comprehensive set of 19 inch wheel is already available from € 3583) .

2011 BMW i8 Concept

I8 The concept combines the advantages of two different drive systems. As a plug-in hybrid will be benefited by an electric motor and an engine for maximum efficiency with a maximum dynamic range. At the front, the electric motor taken by the BMW Concept i3 and modified for use in the process of the BMW Concept Makes Hybrid i8 164 kW/220 hp, while developed three-cylinder turbo gasoline engine to 300 Nm (221 ​​lb .- ft.) of torque drives the rear axle. Together, the two drive units move the vehicle a top speed of 250 kph (155 mph). Since the electric motor, the gasoline 1.5-liter three-cylinder was developed entirely in-house by the BMW Group and is on the cutting edge of technology in the design of conventional engines. Acceleration from 0 to 100 kmh (62 mph) in less than five seconds with a consumption in the European cycle of less than three liters per 100 kilometers (about 94 mpg imp) combined figures are currently on the ability of a vehicle driven by an internal combustion engine comparable performance. After loading pattern and the type of route, it is even possible to improve these figures.

The hybrid concept means that the BMW Concept i8 can run purely electrically. The energy that lends installed by the application system design battery between the front and rear axle modules for the electric motor on the front axle of the BMW Concept i8 delivered an all-electric range of about 35 kilometers (20 miles). The battery can be recharged in two hours in a standard outlet.

Ford facing shortage of Focus models due to dashboard supplier issue

We are almost certain that one day robots rise up and take over the world. We watched the Terminator enough time to see how the scenario will play. Fortunately, the robots are not yet advanced enough to ruin your life, but they could be smart enough to spoil the day ... at least if you pick up a car buyer to wait a brand new Ford Focus 2012th

The production of the popular compact class was a machine that makes coatings dashboard disabled. Apparently under the supplier of the Detroit area unscheduled breaks, and only works sporadically. According to the Associated Press, this problem has focused on the production of injuries, forcing Ford into the required parts from European suppliers in an effort to try and hold to fly the motion. It is a fairly expensive to manufacture the equipment on board the Focus, but Ford has no other options currently.

Mercedes-Benz SLS AMG GT3 meets its father at Spa

Although today the letters of force and power when you go back four decades, almost nobody had heard of a garage as AMG tuning. That was until the tuner of Mercedes-Benz came to the race of 1971 24 Hours of Spa ... a luxury sedan. But not just any luxury sedan.

AMG has the 300 SEL 6.3, taken dashboard complete with wood and carpet, it bored to 6.8 liters and increased power to 428 hp and 448 lb-ft of torque. With a top speed of 164 mph, the car has qualified in fifth out of sixty entries and went to first place in its category and the second, beating the likes of Niki Lauda and Hans Stuck. It was a turning point that put the AMG on the map.

Hans Heyer was one of three pilots who crossed over at the wheel of the car the nickname "Red Pig" that fateful day. And now, 40 years later, his son Kenneth Heyer returned to Spa in a GT3, Mercedes-Benz AMG SLS fitting supplied with the original. It is a journey through memory lane of the history of AMG - but not the first - a consolidation of its first racing car to its most recent, seven, the bottom line is the challenge of his long-distance race this weekend in Belgium.