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KOREAN car manufacture Kia released its all new Carnival MPV which is based on a shortened version of the American Sedona MPV. The Carnival, which will be sold in Asian and European markets, has a wheelbase of 2.890 mm and a length of 4.810 mm vs 5.130 mm and 3.010 mm respectively for the Sedona. Width and height remain at 1.985 and 1.760 mm. As the American version, the Carnival will be able to seat 7 passengers in three rows. In Korea, the large MPV will be fitted with a 2.9 V6 engine that produces...

FRENCH GROUP PSA Peugeot- Citroën is going to demonstrate two Diesel Hybird concepts based on the C4 & 307 models. Although this technology that combines two of today’s best solutions for reduced gas consumption is not going to be ready for production for another 5 years, it gives European carmakers a new insight for the future as they lead in Diesel engine technology. Press release : Peugeot Citroën unveil Diesel Hybrid Technology: PSA Peugeot Citroën today unveils two demonstrators...

Mitsubishi Motors announced that they will debut the 2007 Galant Ralliart at the Chicago Auto Show on February 8, 2006. No specifications announced yet, but as usual, the Ralliart edition will get a more power engine Technorati Tags: Mitsubishi, Gallant, Ralliart, 2...

A CAPTURE from a video release and a few spy pictures give us a good glimpse of the all new 2007 Lexus ES model. No specifications released yet, but according to Lexus USA, the world premiere of its all-new ES luxury sedan will be staged at a press conference during the Chicago Auto Show on Wednesday, February 8, 2006. According to the luxury Japanese carmaker, the fifth-generation ES which arrives late this spring, is going to set impressive new standards in design, styling, engineering, safety...

THESE ARE the first official pictures of Alfa’s all new Brera Spider & 159 SportWagon that leaked in the internet. Scheduled to be unveiled to the public at the Geneva Motor Show in March, both models remain faith to there Italian heritage with there beautifully designed bodies.World previews:Alfa 159 Sportwagon & Alfa Spider The Alfa 159 Sportwagon represents a consummate blend of Italian style with the performance and handling of a genuine sportscar, combined with the flexibility of use...

GERMAN tuning company Brabus presented its new range based on the controversial styled Mercedes R-Class. Highlights of the product lineup are the BRABUS 6.1 S with 445 hp for the R 500, with an aerodynamic-enhancement program, light-alloy wheels up to 22 inches in diameter with custom-calibrated suspensions, and individual interior options. BRABUS Tuning for the new Mercedes R-Class R 320 CDI – 272 hp Equipped with BRABUS PowerXtra D6 (III) tuning rated power output of the R 320 CDI increases...

Mitsubishi Motors Corporation (MMC) will give the MITSUBISHI Concept-EZ1 MIEV2 compact mono-box concept vehicle and the Colt CZC coupe-cabriolet their world premieres at the 76th Geneva International Motor Show. Concept-EZ MIEV showcases MMC's MIEV concept for next-generation electric vehicles that employs in-wheel motors and a high-energy-density lithium-ion battery as core technologies. The concept car uses a 20kW outer rotor-type in-wheel motor on each wheel to generate a maximum 80kW (110PS)...

EXCLUSIVE: VOLVO REVEALS FIRST DETAILS OF ITS ALL NEW S80 SALOON · All new Volvo S80 saloon will make its world debut at the Geneva motor show. · 2nd generation of Volvo’s flagship executive saloon. · Safety: Collision Warning and Brake Support with Active Cruise Control. · World first: Personal Car Communicator (PCC). · Excellent driving dynamics – benchmarked against class leading premium rivals. · New Volvo 315bhp V8 with AWD and 3.2 six-cylinder petrol...

Mild facelift for 2006 Τhese photographs that leaked in the internet during an importer presentation reveal the Fiat Stilo 2006 facelift. The mild facelift will be applied to all versions (3-door, 5-door and Multiwagon) and it is Stilo’s final update before the Italians unveil an all new model in the end of this year. The most significant changes affect the exterior styling, where a new grille (first seen on the mini Trepiuno concept) which give the Stilo a more family look. The grille includes...

262 HP FOR THE GRAND CHEROKEE 3.0 V6 CRD PRESS RELEASE: The third generation of the Jeep Grand Cherokee has arrived and STARTECH presents an exclusive refinement program for the SUV. The extensive product lineup is characterized not only by its professional engineering and innovative design: All components also offer exceptional quality. For the 3.0 CRD model with common-rail turbodiesel engine STARTECH offers the new SD6 performance kit and a particulate filter. Equipped with the new STARTECH...

AFTER the official photos (see archive) , Carscoop managed to get exclusively, the first official information and specifications on Skoda’s all new compact MPV, Roomster, which intends to compete against cars like the Renault Scenic and Opel Zafira. Premier Geneva Motor Show March 2006 European sales August to October 2006 (depending on the country) Dimensions Length 4.205 mm Χ Height 1.607 mm X Width 1.684 mm Front leg...

FRENCH coachbuilder Heuliez which specializes in producing short series models for niche markets such as convertible or station-wagons is going to present the Macarena Concept in Geneva. The success of coupe-cabrio models such as the Opel Tigra TwinTop and the Peugeot 206 CC in Europe, (both designed by Heuliez), drove the French company into developing a sedan-cabrio edition of the new Peugeot 407. The study is called Macarena and features a glaas top roof system that opens with a push of...