Tuesday, June 28, 2011

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Car Blog News

Hyundai Gears Up for a Five-Door Veloster Variant

Posted: 27 Jun 2011 11:42 AM PDT

Hyundai seems to be on road developing a Veloster with a traditional five-door body style.

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Though it sounds peculiar, it has to be noted that Hyundai could be hedging their bets in case consumers balk at the current model’s four-door arrangement which has two normal doors, a tiny third door (on the passenger side) and a rear hatch.

Designed to compete with the Mini Cooper and Scion tC, the previous version of Veloster featured motorcycle-inspired styling that is highlighted by black A-pillars, muscular wheel arches, LED-infused headlights, a center-mounted dual exhaust, and 17-inch alloy wheels (18-inchers are optional).  Though Hyundai called the Veloster a three-door coupe, the car actually had four-doors as there’s two traditional front doors, a hatch, and a unique forward-hinged rear door (on the passenger side) which improves access to the back seat.

So far, there has been no word as to when the model will be launched.

Stay tuned.

2012 Fiat Panda Revealed in Patent Filing

Posted: 27 Jun 2011 10:27 AM PDT

Before jumping into details, have a look at the design of the 2012 Fiat Panda revealed in a recent patent filing.

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The next-generation model is likely to adopt an aerodynamic appearance with a rounded hood, a wider grille and sweptback headlights. A  prominent air intake, a disproportionate rear quarter window and a sloping roofline is also expected. The engine options could   be inspired form the 500.

The Panda range was mildly rearranged in 2009, with the addition of Active Eco and Dynamic Eco models. These models feature revised 1.1 and 1.2 petrol engines respectively, with better fuel economy and CO2 emissions. Both models also qualify for £35 annual car tax in the UK, and replace the original standard engines. Dynamic Aircon and SkyDome models were also dropped in favour of simplifying the Panda range.

The new Panda will be launched next year.So, stay tuned.

(via Alvolante)

BMW M5 Nurburgring Taxi Officially Unveiled

Posted: 27 Jun 2011 10:20 AM PDT

Any BMW fans out there? Get ready to hear some exciting news.  BMW has officially unveiled the new M5 Nurburgring taxi at the M Festival in Germany.

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Though the car is dressed up in unique livery, it almost resembles the standard model. It features  an aggressive front fascia, aerodynamic side skirts and a modest rear diffuser. The standard model had a unique grille (with black slates), front fender vents, adaptive xenon headlights (with LED rings), a four-tailpipe exhaust system and 19-inch alloy wheels.

The model will be powered by a twin-turbo 4.4-liter V8 with 560 PS (412 kW / 552 hp) and 680 Nm (502 lb-ft) of torque. It is connected to a seven-speed double-clutch transmission which enables the M5 to accelerate from 0-100 km/h (62 mph) in 4.4 seconds, 0-200 km/h (124 mph) in 13.0 seconds. It can hit a top speed of 305 km/h (190 mph).

Stay tuned to know more.

(via BMW Blog)
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