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2008 Volvo V50

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2008 Volvo V50

Swedish carmaker today unveiled a facelifted V50 wagon for the next model year. Changes include a revised interior and exterior.

Volvo???s gasoline engine 2008 line include: 1.6 100 hp, 1.8 125 hp, 1.8F 125 hp (Flexifuel), 2.0 145 hp, 2.4 140 hp, and 2.4i 170 hp. Diesel line include: 1.6D 109 hp, 2.0D 136 hp, and D5 180 hp.

Other gasoline engine choices include: 1.6 100 hp, 1.8 125 hp, 1.8F 125 hp (Flexifuel), 2.0 145 hp, 2.4 140 hp, and 2.4i 170 hp. Diesel choices include: 1.6D 109 hp, 2.0D 136 hp, and D5 180 hp.

One change here is that during the second half of 2007 the D5 engine will also be available with a manual gearbox.

The new black egg-crate grille with its larger Volvo iron mark gives the wagon a sportier look. The new headlamps and the three sculpted lower air intakes are other details that give the new color-coordinated nose an increased impression of solidity.

2008 Volvo S40

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2008 Volvo S40

Meet new Volvo’s sedan! Swedish carmaker today unveiled the new Volvo S40 sedan, which features a revised interior and exterior. Volvo will offer seven gasoline and three diesel engines. For the 2008 model year, the S40 T5 gets a bump to 230 horsepower ??? a 10 hp increase.

Volvo’s gasoline engine line include: 1.6 100 hp, 1.8 125 hp, 1.8F 125 hp (Flexifuel), 2.0 145 hp, 2.4 140 hp, and 2.4i 170 hp. Diesel line include: 1.6D 109 hp, 2.0D 136 hp, and D5 180 hp.

Now optional on the new S40 are Active Bi-Xenon headlamps that swivel the light beam in the direction of the road when the driver turns the steering wheel. Meanwhile, Emergency Brake Lights flash rapidly when the driver stamps hard on the brake pedal.

Volvo’s design team concentrated its efforts on two areas: the S40’s door sides and the centre stack. The entire lower part of the front door inside panels has been redesigned. The audio system loudspeakers were reshaped to free up space for a new, larger storage compartment with space for an A4 format book, an upright soft drink can or a water bottle lying down.

2009 Audi R8 V10

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2009 Audi R8 V10

The new Audi’s prototype was spied on the Nurburgring roads. The 2009 Audi R8 V10 for the V10-powered version of the Audi R8 revealing the styling changes in store Audi’s top R model.

Some reports speculate about Audi using the “RS8” badge, but this seems highly unlikely due to the confusion it would create with respect to the A8 and S8 lines. What’s more, calling the vehicle RS8 would prevent Audi from creating a more powerful version of the S8 at some point in time.

The most likely names, therefore, are R10 and or R8 S ??? similar to TT S.

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Audi Q7

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Audi Q7

Look at the spy shot of the new Audi’s SUV, Q7 V12 TDI. The new Q7 was caught in testing on winter roads.

Note especially the front fascia of the SUV, similar to that of the Q7 V12 TDI design study shown in Detroit last January. Also of great interest is the gargantuan set of ceramic brakes squeezed behind those 20-inch wheels.

Audi RS 6

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Audi RS 6

Hans G. Lehmann’s guys caught a second-generation RS 6 on cold-weather testing.

Under the hood is said to beat a twin-turbocharged V10. While a source close to Fourtitude hinted just weeks ago that this might be a twin turbocharged V8 FSI as with the previous car, the V10 seems the more likely scenario for now. Reliable sources within Audi suggest power in the range of 600-650 HP even though many magazines have reported it at a more conservative 550.

2009 BMW M3

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2009 BMW M3

Look at the official BMW’s released shots of the new 2009 M3 coupe. The BMW M3 Concept was shown at the Geneva Motor Show.
The new M3 features a high-revving V8 powerplant, tuned suspension, a six-speed manual transmission, a carbon fiber roof, and all the exterior modifications typical of an “M” car.

Due to go on sale in North American in mid-2008 as a 2009 model, the M3 will target the Lexus IS-F, Audi RS5, and Mercedes CLK63 AMG. Convertible and sedan variants are expected to follow later in 2008.

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2008 Porsche 911 GT2

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2008 Porsche 911 GT2

Look at the spy photos of the new 2008 Porsche 911 GT2. With as much as 500 horsepower expected from its turbocharged flat six and a suspension setup similar to the GT3, it’s safe to say the GT2 could become our new favorite 911. The official debut expected at the Frankfurt auto show in September.

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2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee

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2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee

The Chrysler present the new 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee at the 2007 New York Auto Show. The 2008 Grand Cherokee features: the front end features a grille that dips down a bit lower, and the bottom of the headlights have been rounded off to enhance their Jeepishness. The fog lamps have been lowered to improve their effectiveness. Hardcore off-roaders will be pleased to know, however, that the new fascia is compised of two-pieces, the lower of which can be removed when trail-rating your new Grand Cherokee. The taillights out back are also revised.

Underhood the new GC now features no less than five engine options, one of which is an all-new 4.7L V8 that slots in below the 5.7L HEMI V8. The new 4.7L V8 produces 291 horsepower and 322 ft-lbs. of torque. That’s more power and torque than the old 4.7L V8, plus it’s more fuel efficient (though Jeep doesn’t indicate by how much) and flex-fuel capable. Also available is the 3.0L common-rail Diesel V6, 3.7L V6, 5.7L HEMI V8 and 6.1L HEMI V8 in the SRT-8 model.

2007 NISMO 350Z

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2007 NISMO 350Z

The 2007 NISMO 350Z, a most hardcore model in Nissan’s 350Z lineup, will arrive in dealerships in July. The addition is the NISMO aerodynamics package that includes a new front fascia with a highly extroverted front chin spoiler, side skirts and a new rear fascia with a diffuser big enough on which to throw a picnic for two. The 350Z also features a specially tuned independant multi-link suspension, big Brembo brakes, a NISMO-tuned exhaust and NISMO gunmetal gray RAYS lightweight 5-spoke forged-alloy wheels wearing Bridgestone Potenzas. The front wheels are 18-inches large while the rears grow to 19-inches. The interior features exclusive black cloth seats with red inserts and red stitching throughout, as well as NISMO white and gray gauges.

While we’ve never been disappointed with Nissan’s VQHR 3.5L V6, which in this case pumps out 306 horsepower and 268 ft-lbs. of torque just like the standard Z, we are a bit disappointed the NISMO isn’t fitted with the new 3.7L version planned for the 2008 Infiniti G37 Coupe. It was probablay a timing thing and the larger V6 will end up in the 350Z soon enough.

2008 Ford Mustang Shelby Cobra GT500KR

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2008 Ford Mustang Shelby Cobra GT500KR

The 2008 Ford Mustang Shelby Cobra GT500KR revealed! “King of the Road” returns and will offer an estimated 540 horsepower and 510 pound-feet of torque, thanks to revised ignition and throttle calibration and a cold air intake system that replaces the stock unit.

Power is delivered to the rear wheels through a Tremec TR6060 six-speed manual transmission and 3.73:1 rear axle ratio, upgraded from the standard GT500???s 3.31:1. Gear selection is courtesy of an all-new Ford Racing short-throw shifter making its debut on the KR. Topped with a white ball, the new shifter is 25 percent shorter than the unit on the GT500 providing for crisper, sharper shifts.

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