Vorsteiner now to Lamborghinis

Coming soon ... it says on the official website of Vosteiner. A preview of their Lamborghini program however, we have already. This is the Vorsteiner V-Renazzo, based on the (old) Gallardo.

The Lamborghini Gallardo will therefore bear the brunt of Vorsteiners announced new tuning program for Lamborghini. Sorry, you do not have to, because the California-based tuner takes the factory front and rear so radically that few will find themselves with preface lift Gallardo face.

Quality first
The Renazzo-V styling will be available for both the LP560-4 as the LP570-4 Superleggera, and if possible, the new Lamborghini Gallardo. The latter is not clear, but about Vorsteiner will undoubtedly tell if their Lamborghini program officially represents. What is certain is that there are a variety of flavors wheels are provided, and that in the sizes 19 or 20 inches. Also wants Vorsteinerre already at the heart of all key styling components will be made of carbon fiber and then very accurately connect to the existing panels.

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QBEAK electricity vehicles is now a reality

QBEAK: The Danish electricity is already a reality. The Danish company, has just ECOmove official QBEAK new electric car, a vehicle powered by both solar energy and bio-ethanol, and currently, is preparing for the end of the year the market with traditional battery, and load by plug. Honestly, the design is’revenge’, but has a great habitability, with sliding doors and a large interior. It presents a very respectable range, and a most peculiar electric, powered by photoelectric cells. The power of Denmark will begin marketing it later this year. But first, with the gallery of photos and promotional video, we want the ECOdescubras ...

From the north, in the European city of Denmark, has been officially launched later this year, the ECOmove QBeak, an urban electric vehicle that has a number of features that can be used to put in a great position within its electric segment.

Characteristics of ECOmove QBAEK
one such property is, that presents a great habitability, with dimensions of 3 meters long and 1.76 meters high. It can accommodate up to six seats, and mechanical elements are mounted under the floor of the carrier. Moreover, installing sliding doors provide access.

The QBAEK has four electric motors, which yield a 90 hp, without the battery modules. It has a weight of 425 kg, a top speed of 120 km / h and a range of nearly 300 kilometers. As you can see, has a weight and power as provided.

QBEAK ECOmove made perfect through photoelectric cells on the roof to capture solar energy, together with a catalyst such bioethanol biofuel mixed with water to generate electricity that stored the six modules of your battery. By the use of bioethanol, it reduces the emission of greenhouse gases into the atmosphere.

Other electric models
another model, which has hit the market recently is the Renault Twizy, a fully electric powered vehicle that debuted in fall 2011. With dimensions of 2.32 meters in length, 1.19 meters wide and 1.46 meters high.

It is also capable of carrying two occupants, one after the other, who do not remember this provision to a motorcycle the engines available, are two variants of 9 and 20 hp; we can lead the less powerful version of the card A1 motorcycles. Other electric models are the Smart ForTwo electric or Renault ZOE, by the end of the year.

As for the sale of QBEAK battery, will go on sale later this year, but it remains unknown whether the small company will import ECOmove to Spain, nor therefore the price. For now enjoy the video and image gallery that we bring. Discover the QBEAK, the first Danish electric vehicle...

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Opel Zafira Tourer and Insignia now Bi Fuel

Opel limelight serious headway with its Bi-Fuel models, this time is the turn of the Insignia and Zafira. Both are equipped with the 1.4 liter ecoFLEX turbo engine even in the Corsa, Meriva and Astra to find.

Whenever you arrive at a gas station and the price looks columns is yet again to swallow once you see how much lower the LPG price is compared to the regular fuel. No wonder then that Opel is busy its entire range to be equipped with so-called Bi-Fuel engines. The basis is formed by a 1.4 liter ecoFLEX turbo engine originally exclusively on gasoline could drive. By some parts to strengthen and adapt the engine block, however this is now also suitable for LPG. Once the tank is empty, turn the Bi-Fuel engine automatically switches to the tank containing gasoline, but the fuel can also be selected manually.

Zafira Tourer
when choosing LPG cost is of course paramount and Zafira Tourer herein shall not disappoint. The consumption may in LPG mode are less than 8.6 l/100 km (6.7 l/100 km in petrol mode) thanks to the much lower price per liter you save about 40% of total fuel costs, said Opel. The combined range of the Zafira Bi-Fuel is the brand under about 1,500 km.

For environmental friends is also good news: the CO2 emission of the Bi-Fuel is also significantly lower when you make your mileage on LPG. In addition, Opel has the gas tank - normally an in LPG cars - in place of the spare wheel positioned so that the occupants as well as sit in each other Zafira.

Insignia
The Insignia is the same engine fitted with Bi-Fuel. The consumption of the middle class is 7.6 l/100 km when driving on LPG. Interesting for the business man is that the model with an emission of 124 g / km can count on an addition of 20%. If only driving on LPG tank is empty after 500 km, but do you use both fuel supplies, then there is only to be stopped after 1,700 km.

Price
Both Insignia and Zafira Tourer immediately ordered the Bi-Fuel configuration. For the Zafira should be at least € 29.995, - to be counted down while the Insignia (4-door) from € 29.295, - in the price list. For the 5-door to € 400, - extra paid. The Sports Tourer will cost € 1,200, - extra.

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The new Mercedes E Class Now official

After countless spy shots and several times prematurely leaked to be, Mercedes-Benz finally radically new E-Class. The changes relate mainly to the front and the availability of new assistance systems. The engine range is cleaned.

The E-Class has always been the most "classical" model of Mercedes-Benz has been, among other recognizable by the standing star logo on top of the hood. It has not changed. The basic version and the version Elegenance still have an authentic grille with the star on the hood, while the Avantgarde line has a sportier grille with centrally placed big star. Redesigned, tighter around bumpers are available for all models and also general news are of course the headlights. The two sides are now merged into a single unit containing new LED daytime running lights. The design should evoke four eyes that lurk in the world. An optional full LED lighting available. Also for the redesigned taillights.

Intelligent Drive
Under the heading Intelligent Drive Mercedes presents a range of improved and new assistance systems for the new Mercedes-Benz E-Class. Many of these electronics uses an advanced, in the windshield mounted stereo camera. Thus, the electronic "eyes" Traffic regulations recognize them. Moving objects such as pedestrians and cars, and crossing traffic (Cross Traffic Assist) are also interpreted. The stereo camera works together with further improved (radar) sensors.

Interior

All Mercedes-Benz E-Class models are also standard on the so-called Collision Prevention Assist with the driver via radar sensors to alert for an impending accident. Also, fatigue recognition (Attention Assist) is standard. Moreover, it now has a wider speed range and sensitivity is adjustable.

Four-cylinder petrol engines
No lack of available power. As always, there are several petrol and diesel engines available and all are equipped with ECO Start / Stop function. New are the 2.0 liter four-cylinder turbocharged petrol Blue DIRECT which already meet the EU6 standard. There is a choice of a 184 hp or 211 hp version. In the most favorable case is the specified fuel consumption is 5.8 l/100 km with an average CO2 emission of 135 g / km. Also added to the range is the Mercedes-Benz E 400 with 333 hp V6 engine and BlueDIRECT biturbo technology. Also it meets the EU6 standard. And of course the E 350 (306 hp) and E 500 with 408 hp V8 also of the party.

Powerful, efficient diesel engines
The cheapest diesel is the E 200 with 136 hp, 360 Nm of torque and an average consumption of 5.5 l / km. Then there is the E 220 CDI with 170 hp and the E 250 CDI with 204 hp (also with 4Matic all-wheel drive). If more than four cylinders need is dependent on the E 300 (231 hp) or the E 350 with 252 hp and optional 4Matic. Stranger in our midst is the E 300 Hybrid with the E 250 CDI engine as main engine, helped by a 26 hp electric motor. The joint torque is 500 Nm and because over short distances can be driven electrically whole does not exceed the average consumption to fall than 4.4 l/100 km. Greatest asset of the hybrid is eligible for 20% addition for business use, a first for the upper D-segment. The CO2 emissions of the sedan version is in fact only 107 g / km. The Mercedes-Benz E 300 Hybrid Estate is 117 g / km in the 25% band.

Four chassis variants
The Mercedes-Benz E-Class offers a choice of up to four chassis variants. Standard on the base version and the Elegance is the Direct Control chassis that emphasizes comfort. The Avant-garde is equipped with 15 millimeter lowered chassis and selective damping and has a sporty nature. There is also a lowered sports suspension available and Airmatic air suspension (standard on V8 models).

The new Mercedes-Benz E-Class in April 2013 is expected on the market. The prices in the run up to the launch.

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