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Peugeot adds Allure Special Edition models to its range
Peugeot has added five Special Edition models to its range of vehicles from the 107 to the 308 CC. Peugeot's range of five new Allure models is available in Bianca White, Aluminium or Black. The first model in the range is the 107, based on Urban Plus; the 107 Allure benefits from the standard fitment of 14” alloy wheels, air-conditioning, rev counter, alcantara & leather interior trim, leather steering wheel and silver instrument and air vent... [more]
Fiat launches convertible 500C Pink
Even more limited than the hatchback version – just 300 examples will be available in the UK compared with 500 of the hatchbacks – Fiat's 500C Pink adds a stylish new twist to the chic supermini. One of several exciting limited edition Fiat 500 models planned for 2010, the 500C Pink will appeal mainly to people wishing to stand out from the crowd – while enjoying fresh air motoring. Based on the 1.2 Pop specification, the Fiat 500C Pink fea... [more]
BMW announces improvements and changes to the 3 Series range
BMW has announced a raft of improvements and changes to the 3 Series range. In addition to its EfficientDynamics programme in reducing CO2 emissions, the company will also launch the BMW 320d EfficientDynamics Saloon – its cleanest 3 Series ever. All the new engines and models make their debut in the UK market on March 20, 2010 and all conform to EU5 emissions standards. A respectable acceleration time from standstill to 62 mph of 8.0 secon... [more]
Volkswagen introduces Eos petrol-engined model with BlueMotion technologies
Volkswagen has introduced the first Eos petrol-engined model to feature BlueMotion technologies. The highly efficient 1.4-litre TSI 122 PS BlueMotion Technology Eos model can be ordered, in both S and SE trims, for £20,695 and £21,795 RRP on the road respectively. This addition to the Eos range offers customers a new entry-level 1.4-litre TSI engine that, fitted with a six-speed manual gearbox, produces 122 PS and 147 lbs ft of torque. As see... [more]
Driving a convertible car can cause serious ear damage
Research published in the journal Otolaryngology found that at 50, 60 and 70 miles per hour, the noise to the left and right of a convertible car driver reached between 88 and 90 decibels. This is much higher than the generally agreed 85 dB threshold level at which permanent hearing damage becomes a risk. The study found that driving a convertible car can cause serious ear damage, potentially causing permanent hearing loss. An drive through t... [more]
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Carroll Shelby’s One-Off 1967 GT-500 Convertible On Display at the 2012 Carlisle Ford Nationals
Rare and iconic Shelby GT featured at this year’s Carlisle Ford Nationals, in Carlisle, PA.CARLISLE, PA (PRWEB) May 23, 2012 The world’s rarest muscle car, the only 1967 Shelby GT Convertible built, will be part of this year’s elite invitational display at the Ford Nationals, held June 1-3, at the Carlisle Fairgrounds in Carlisle, PA.This particular Shelby GT isn’t just rare; it’s also highly ...
Mazda, Fiat to work together on small convertible
Mazda Motor Corp. and Fiat SpA are working together on developing and manufacturing a roadster, or two-seater convertible, although the automakers will come up with different, distinctly styled models.
Mazda and Fiat work on convertible
Car giants Mazda and Fiat are working together on developing and manufacturing a roadster, or two-seater convertible, although the two companies will come up with different, distinctly styled models. Related Stories Probe into Facebook flotation bank 26 killed in Ganges bus plunge Michaela honeymoon murder witness 'heard anguished cry' at McAreavey's Mauritius hotel Jenkins misses out on Dancing ...
Rare 1968 Corvette convertible sells for $600K at Mecum show
A rare 1968 Chevrolet Corvette L88 Convertible fetched $600,000 last week - bringing top dollar among cars sold - at Mecum's 25th Original Spring Classic Auto Auction at the Indiana State Fairgrounds.
Mazda, Fiat to work together on developing, manufacturing small convertible
TOKYO - Mazda Motor Corp. and Fiat SpA are working together on developing and manufacturing a roadster, or two-seater convertible, although the automakers will come up with different, distinctly styled models.
Total Car Score Announces Top Scoring Car Awards for 2012
LOS ANGELES, May 23, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- Total Car Score ( www.totalcarscore.com ), the most comprehensive automotive ranking and comparison website, announced today its first annual Top Scoring Car Awards.(Logo: ...
Scion FR-S Convertible Rumored, VW Jetta GLI Driven: Car News Headlines
Today at High Gear Media, a VW Passat TDI set a new world record for driving on a single tank of diesel, and Ford beefed up its summer production schedule. Rumors surfaced regarding a Scion FR-S convertible and a Fisker Karma might have caused a house fire. All this and more in today's car news, right here on The Car Connection. The 2013 Hyundai...
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My First Car: '65 Ford Galaxie 500 Convertible, Gary Raymer, 56, Seminole
Friday, April 20, 2012 '65 Ford Galaxie 500 Convertible It was July 7, 1971, two days before my 16th birthday, when I went to the local Ford dealership in El Paso, Ill., with my mother to purchase my first car. I didn't have any idea what car I wanted; I just had to have one. The owner of the dealership, Gene Heller, showed us this '65 Ford Galaxie, which was recently traded in, and I fell in ...
Mazda MX-5 Miata Named Favorite Fun Entry-Level Convertible
WASHINGTON, May 15, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- Just in time for summer top-down driving, the New England Motor Press Association (NEMPA) has named the Mazda MX-5 Miata its 2012 Favorite Fun Entry-Level Convertible.For ...
