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New Porsche 911 Turbo S goes on sale from May 2010(03/03/2010)
Porsche have developed the new 911 Turbo S in response to customer demand for greater power, performance and driving dynamics. Building on the success and reputation of the revered 911 Turbo, at the heart of this most exclusive high-performance athlete is a six-cylinder ‘boxer’ engine boosted by two turbochargers with variable turbine geometry. An increase in horsepower over the 911 Turbo of 30 hp boosts peak output to 530 hp (390 kW) and maxi... [more]
Porsche extends Cayenne range with new diesel engine and hybrid drive(01/05/2009)
The Cayenne range has solid foundations in the form of the 290bhp 3.6-litre V6 petrol Cayenne, starting at £36,801, and the new 3.0-litre V6 Cayenne diesel with standard six-speed Tiptronic S automatic transmission, priced from £39,404. At the pinnacle is the superlative 550bhp 4.8-litre V8 twin-turbocharged Cayenne Turbo S, from £88,869. With a 385bhp 4.8-litre V8, the Cayenne S offers a broad spread of on and off-road ability, and is priced ... [more]
Adrian Flux provides insurance scheme for the electric car market(26/03/2009)
This year's Detroit motor show suggests that Electric vehicles (EVs) might be arriving in enough numbers to be an affordable option for serious drivers, and create a whole new market. Electric vehicles could finally be set for takeoff as practical, fast cars. In fact, the latest models, such as the Norfolk-built Tesla Roadster, can outperform most petrol models, with phenomenal dragster-style acceleration. The latest EVs also promise to usher... [more]
Porsche Panamera gran turismo priced from £72,266(19/03/2009)
Porsche has confirmed UK prices for its forthcoming four seat Panamera gran turismo, which goes on sale on 12 September 2009. The four door performance car will be priced from £72,266 for the Panamera S, £77,269 for the Panamera 4S and £95,298 for the top of the range Panamera Turbo. The Porsche Panamera will be available with powerful and efficient V8 power units, the choice of rear or four-wheel drive, and an interior design with a uniquely ... [more]
Porsche 911 GT3 will make its world debut at the Geneva Motor Show(06/02/2009)
The new Porsche 911 GT3, which will make its world debut at the Geneva Motor Show on March 3 2009, will arrive in the UK this autumn. In developing the second generation of the Type 997 911 GT3 into the most sporting and dynamic road-going 911 ever with a naturally-aspirated power unit, Porsche has applied a wide range of know-how gained in motor sport. This is why the new GT3 is truly impressive not only on the road, but also on the race trac... [more]
Rent a prestige car from Europcar for the Valentine weekend(02/02/2009)
You can impress your partner this Valentine with a gift that's less clichéd than dinner and a room for two in a posh hotel. Valentine's Day falls on a Saturday this year providing the perfect excuse to rent a prestige car from Europcar for the weekend to make your loved one's heart race that bit faster. Europcar's prestige cars range from the cool Mini Cooper S up to the seriously sexy Mercedes SLK and Porsche Boxster. With prices from just... [more]
Porsche presents second generation of Boxster roadster(07/01/2009)
Porsche has presented the second generation of the mid-engined Boxster roadster. In 1948, the 356 was the first sports car to bear the Porsche name, and in July that year the lightweight mid-engined roadster achieved its first motorsport victory. In 1953, the Porsche 550 Spyder was launched. This agile, lightweight race car was powered by a high performance ‘boxer’ engine which took it to countless international victories. The highlight of the... [more]
Porsche announces second generation of Cayman sports coupe(09/12/2008)
Porsche has presented the second generation of the mid-engined Cayman sports coupe. The highlight is the new, flat-six ‘boxer’ engines, developed to incorporate new technical features from the ground up, providing not only more power, but also significantly greater fuel efficiency. A further improvement of both fuel economy and performance is guaranteed by the Porsche Doppelkupplungsgetriebe (PDK), the new double-clutch gearbox now available a... [more]
Other car news
Obama: Bailout saved U.S. auto industry
DETROIT — A year after the government's big auto-industry bailouts, President Barack Obama on Friday trumpeted increased car sales and progress on battery-powered vehicles as a beacon of success in his administration's battle to revive the U.S. economy.
Obama: Auto bailouts saved industry, jobs
DETROIT—A year after the government’s big auto-industry bailouts, President Barack Obama on Friday trumpeted increased car sales and progress on battery-powered vehicles as a beacon of success in his administration’s battle to revive a hurting U.S. economy.
Obama hails auto bailout as good news in Michigan
A year after the government's big auto-industry bailouts, President Barack Obama on Friday trumpeted increased car sales and progress on battery-powered vehicles as a beacon of success in his administration's battle to revive a hurting U.S. economy. But his upbeat assessment can't mask daunting challenges for U.S. automakers and painfully high unemployment.
Argentina car industry recession-proof
The car industry in Argentina has remained immune to the global economic crisis, maintaining an increase both in sales and in productions this year.
Penske: Fleet sales powering auto industry's sales increase
While auto sales have rebounded since last year's downturn, that surge is being driven by fleet sales to rental companies and other businesses, said Roger Penske, CEO of Penske Automotive Group.
Obama touts comeback of auto industry
DETROIT (AP) - A year after the government's big auto-industry bailouts, President Barack Obama on Friday trumpeted increased car sales and progress on battery-powered vehicles as a beacon of success in his administration's battle to revive a...
CREA cuts home sales forecast
Canadian home sales will decline 1.2% this year, not increase as previously forecast, the industry group said on Friday, but average prices should increase more than it forecast earlier
Obama says U.S. auto industry 'growing strong' after bailout
President Barack Obama, speaking at auto plants here Friday, praised the recovery of the embattled U.S. auto industry and celebrated the tough choices he says made a comeback possible.
Analysts expect rebound in July car sales
Surprisingly, consumers are heading to dealerships despite the lack of incentives from auto makers.
Weekly Address: President Obama Hails Successes of the Restructuring of the Auto Industry, Calls on GOP Leaders to ...
WASHINGTON – In this week’s address, President Obama praised the successes of the auto industry restructuring. When his administration decided to invest in the American car companies, some said such a move was bound to fail. But since GM and Chrysler have emerged from bankruptcy, the auto industry has added 55,000 jobs – the strongest growth in 10 years – and for the first time since 2004, all ...
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