Morgan Super Sports Juniors [Reviews]

Designed to be built next to the normal range of vehicles at the factory, the 2/3rd scale pedal car Morgan SuperSport Junior will appeal to the younger element of the Morgan fraternity. Seating for 6 -13 years old, it requires energetic pedal power rather than petrol or hydrogen for forward motion. True to our core values ​​that Morgan maintains our legendary high power to weight.

Made from only high quality materials and featuring a cast aluminum engine double, limited edition of 500 Morgan Super Sport junior is expected to sell as fast as they move.

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Morgan Aero Supersports [Reviews]

Designed and developed in-house, the Morgan Aero Supersports is a sports car with a lightweight aluminum specification luxury. The interior features a comfortable combination of polished wood, hand-stitched leather and electronic technology to create a driving environment efficient, ergonomic and sumptuous. Despite all this opulence the overall weight of the car is still minimal so the car responds to driver controls and economic to run. The only way Morgan can achieve this is due to our use of panels of aircraft-style aluminum exterior SUPERFORM and skills of our craftsmen to hand finish the assembly of each vehicle. This technology made its debut in 100 AeroMax coupes built by the factory in 2008 and 2009.

Such was the demand for this model, that Morgan have agreed to provide Morgan Aero Supersports. Limited Edition, the car used by two aluminum detachable roof panels. These can turn the car effectively in coupe or when detached bring fresh air and the aromas of the driving experience without taking too long to wind disturbance to spoil the journey. The panels can be conveniently stored on the trunk.

Of course, the car benefits from lightweight aluminum Aero chassis which is glued to the rigidity of the ruling class. More than one global standard crash protection, this is also the platform used by the Morgan Aero Eight GT3 currently competing successfully in the 2009 International FIA GT3 Championship. This chassis, combined with an aluminum 4.8 liter BMW V8 engine and choose the automatic transmission or manual 6-speed offers superior driving experience. No other car offers such dynamic power transmission automatic.

Drawn by Matthew Humphries, and designed for production by the experienced "Morgan Design" team, the new Morgan Aero Super Sports is expected to begin production in early 2010. A deposit of £ 25 000 is needed to ensure the supply of one of these exciting models. It should cost around £ 127 000 including VAT.

Charles Morgan, grandson of the founder said "The Morgan Aero Super Sport is a luxurious flamboyant sports car which stays true to the philosophy of lightweight minimalist simplicity Morgan. And 'a song of praise to the love of cars and the romance of travel and a suitable model to indicate the year of the Centenary of Morgan. "

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Volkswagen Up (2013) [Reviews]

Volkswagen launches new small car: VW up!. A specialist in the city for many countries. A car with a charisma and great potential. Germany - the market early - pre-orders have already been given to the new place! with prices starting at € 9850. The new Volkswagen will officially launch in stages from late December 2011.

3 versions impressive equipment and two exclusive models

Three devices are available in different versions of budgets and needs: eat! entry-level version, move up! convenience-oriented model, and a high! the top version. At the market to start There are also two updated models, which rely on high: Up! black-and-up! and white.

Two petrol engines of 4.2 and 4.3 liters of fuel

In a small space (3.54 m long), the Volkswagen Up! offers maximum space for 4 people and very efficient transmission technologies. Debuting at the place! is a new generation of three cylinders. Gasoline engines with a power of 44 kW / hp, 60 and 55 kW / 75 bhp, Euro 5 emissions standard full and front wheel drive. Combined values ​​of fuel consumption BlueMotion Technology version (with features such as start / stop system, regeneration of the battery and tires optimized for low rolling resistance): 4.2 l/100 km (60 CV ) and 4.3 l/100 km (75 PS). The two 1.0-liter engines to meet the 100 g / km CO2 emissions limit.

Natural gas engines set the record values ​​of resistance

A natural gas engine with 50 kW / 68 PS will follow the same basic technology, such as gasoline engines. The Volkswagen Up! BlueMotion Technology EcoFuel reach a value of 79 revolutionary low CO2 g / km. At the IAA 2011 in Frankfurt, Volkswagen introduces a concept almost production-ready version of this natural gas is extremely clean - eco-largest. There are also plans for a sign! with an electric motor in 2013, and a study of the up! Blue-e-Motion has been shown at the IAA 2011 in Frankfurt as well. As new engines are two of the car gearboxes new 5-speed (one manual and automatic) are among the lightest of its kind in the world.

The first small car with emergency brakes City

Place all new VW! is also the first car of its kind in the world that offers a city emergency braking, which automatically brakes the car in a speed range of 5 to 30 km / h, when traffic is rare.

Debut of the most versatile system maps +

Another feature is very new for the first time in a Volkswagen is the card system + more - a dynamic touch screen phone. It contains a navigation system, the phone hands-free unit display factual information about the vehicle and a media player. And now you can use mapping applications to measure more than one driver + profile highly individualized needs. + More letters is placed on the center console, where it connects to the electronic network in place!. In the economic price up!, A system was developed to organize the fields of navigation, telephone, information and entertainment that is also economical. The portable device is also designed so that it could increase the levels of most recent software with a simple upgrade.

Working with Navigon, a leading global provider of portable navigation systems, cards + special solution has been created, it is appropriate for the Volkswagen Up! and affordable to all buyers.

New funding model, insurance and maintenance

! The launch in place, Volkswagen has not only put a new car in motion, it is also redefining the parameters of the financing, insurance and maintenance. Some modules in Germany are now merged into the package in place new quality! AutoCredit2 is the name of special funding to where customers can divide the contract into two halves with different price rates!. As a result, makes AutoCredit2 new flexibility in the purchase of car. Also offers insurance FairPay huge savings - in some cases as much as € 1,700 per year based on a finance or lease. FairPay liability insurance is a complete vehicles and fully comprehensive insurance program for clients 23 years and over (at least not need the class "SF1") at a fixed price of € 19.90 per month. Those who sign a contract on December 1, 2011 will even get insurance to € 9.90 FairPay month.

And for the younger customers also FairPay extended insurance is available for a monthly subscription of € 49.90 - € 39.90 or just the signature of December 1, 2011. The third part of it! Quality itself includes maintenance and costs of routine services for you! for a fixed monthly rate (from € 11.90 per month in Germany for a term of contract 48 months and 10,000 km / year). Never before has a program of this type have been placed on the vehicle class up!. Most likely such a program could come from Volkswagen!

up! external

At 3.54 m long and 1.64 m wide (without mirrors), up! is one of the smallest four-seater cars. Volkswagen is 1.48 m high. Its total length is composed of the body remarkably short overhangs and long wheelbase (2.42 m) - a layout of the body that makes full use of limited space.

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Phoenix Saab Concept (2010) [Reviews]

Elegant, innovative and exceptionally powerful: the Saab concept cars from Phoenix introduces features and technologies that will shape the next generation of Saab cars.

Based on a new architecture that will be the next Saab 9-3 model, Saab introduced the concept of Phoenix "aeromotional" design: a visual hint of the principles of aerodynamic design and passion for innovation that inspired the creators of the first car Saab, the iconic Ursaab.

PhoeniX Saab concept encompasses the forms of tears, "liquid metal", and a dash of inspiration spectacular glass conservatory overlooking the fresh expression "wrap" signature Saab design themes and translucent ice blocks.

Clean, muscular form allows exceptionally low drag coefficient of just 0.25, and is also exploring the potential for air flow management through the use of distinctive side-mounted "winglets".

Doors open throttle allow easy access to a 2 +2 cabin that combines simplicity and technology. It has a minimalist, "deleted" feel, including a new expression of Saab's driver-focused and put in a world first for Saab infotainment system IQON and innovative communication. In true Saab tradition, there is also a surprisingly versatile deck loading.

"Phoenix creates a new framework for the future of Saab design the product," says Jason Castriota, Executive Director of Design at Saab Automobile. "It symbolizes the rebirth of an innovative spirit and passion that drove the Saab to build its first car. We are introducing a DNA of vision in front of what we call" aeromotional "design, increasing the feeling of strength and softness. This design shape and differentiation of the portfolio of future models of Saab. "

During her undulating body, install innovative Phoenix Saab engines with an electric rear axle combined with a sophisticated 200 hp, the 1.6-liter gasoline turbo. The result is an intelligent hybrid four-wheel drive capability, which increases driving pleasure while reducing fuel consumption. Combined fuel economy and CO2 emissions are projected cycle of only 5.0 l/100 km and 119 g / km.

The design Aeromotional

Phoenix Saab theme "aeromotional" was inspired by Saab's aviation roots and draws a Ursaab clause, a prototype designed by engineers from the air that has created the first generation of Saab cars.

Complete Concept Saab Phoenix is ​​apparently shaped by the wind. Closely-rich liquid as the skin, dark hole, remember to drop the ice wedges, and seems to explode from the center of the well-muscled body. Two large waves to flow along the hood of the windscreen pillars veiled, as if barely able to contain a strong structure below.

In the back, black screen also broke through the outer skin of the rear axle, tapered tips for style backdrop Ursaab, while the "lumber" Kamm tail echoes in a first cut Saab , the Sonett.

The design has a low front tense interpretation Saab signature three-port grille. A body-colored center wing is now dominant and in accordance with the minimalist design of the vehicle, LED headlights almost invisible located at the end. The new grille and hood forms are among the styling themes are likely to be seen in future car production Saab.

The wing doors for easy access to the low cab. There is no visible door handles and mirrors to disturb the airflow, and small cameras on tall stems provide rear visibility.

On the roof "winglets" allows Saab Concept Phoenix, which cleaves the air as efficiently as possible. They channel the airflow side of the machine and directly above the shelf, reducing the lift for greater stability without increasing resistance.

A minimalist interiors

In true Scandinavian tradition, the 2 +2 cockpit has a clean, minimalist look. This is a "ripped" the feeling of a competitive car, a shell-like seats and metallic interior sections that mimic the network are exposed to rollover cage.

Expressions given new Saab traditional setting instrument driver-focused. A circular platform in front of the driver, in the shape of the afterburner of a jet engine, the presentation of data in line with HUD.

An angle of 45 degrees to the driver, a separate module houses the Saab Infotainment IQON and advanced communications. For good ergonomics, the 8-inch touch screen is as close to the fingertips of the driver and the steering wheel.

Saab IQON (see separate release for details) is a revolutionary car communication platform using AndroidTM Google operating system. Based on revolutionary "open innovation" with third-party vendors and application developers include an integrated IT platform that seamlessly connects to the Internet when the ignition is on. The touch screen provides access to audio and entertainment streaming, online navigation, storage of music on board and smartphone-like download applications.

Red illumination for all instruments and ambient lighting of the passenger brings warmth and emotion to the cabin. This includes ground, where the light pipes are exposed through the perforations in the black blankets. It's all part of the new "design strategy involving fire and ice aeromotional" effect.

Phoenix Saab's curves masks a deep shelf, open the door. It gives access to the cargo deck plate, also folding rear seatbacks, and freight rail adaptive capacity.

Efficient propulsion

The sculpted hood and under the cargo floor, Phoenix Saab Concept Saab's rightsizing strategy progress of transmission. The propulsion system combines a powerful 1.6-liter turbo engine with innovative, electric rear-wheel drive technology.

The compact, all-aluminum diesel engine packs 200 hp (147 kW) and equipped with variable valve timing and lift control and start / stop, low parasitic losses and cut-off. Stainless steel tank is installed, which is lighter and less expensive than traditional engineering plastics,

The engine supports the innovative Saab eXWD. This is the body back from 25 kW (34 hp) electric motor / generator powered by a battery of small size. Regenerative braking is used to preserve battery power.

Now under development for the next generation Saab, this hybrid propulsion system allows the advantages of AWD, and at the same time reduce fuel consumption. Using a six-speed manual, it is expected that the combined cycle fuel economy and CO2 emissions are just 5.0 l/100 km and 119 g / km.

The driver can choose one of three eXWD use of space. The default mode the exact fuel efficiency and CO2 to reduce the burden of steering the gasoline engine at low speeds, the Sport mode includes a maximum power of the rear axle torque vectoring on a larger scale and how the traction control allows an excellent take-off tires and the slippery conditions.

Inside and outside, the Saab concept PhoeniX show design directions and technologies that form part of future Saab products.

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Saab 9-5 Sedan (2010)[Reviews]

Elegant, sophisticated and undeniably Saab, the new Saab 9-5 Sedan is the beginning of a new era for the Saab brand. With advanced technology, with confidence and style, distinctive headlight Saab will bring a new alternative in the luxury sedan segment when it goes on sale in 2010.

Cleaning, sculpted shape embraces the purity of Scandinavian design and its echoes dramatic wraparound window graphic heritage of Saab aircraft. With a design inspired by the award-winning Saab Aero X concept car and a muscle, the lowered position, the new Saab 9-5 announces the introduction of a bold, expressive design language.

The table of high-tech features on offer includes: an information display aircraft-inspired Head (HUD), adaptive headlights (Bi-Xenon Smart Beam), adaptive cruise control, adaptive chassis with Saab DriveSense time damping real control zone dual climate control keyless, entry and exit of the parking assistance with dynamic and eLSD Saab XWD, the industry leader in all four wheels.

The powertrain of all turbo line-up is the largest ever offered by Saab, the extension of Saab's strategy engine displacement, focusing on responsible performance by developing high-efficiency four-cylinder turbo. There is a choice of three fuels - gasoline, diesel and bioethanol E85 - and the diesel engine, the new 5.9 offers CO2 emissions as low as 139 g / km.

"This car is the beginning of a new era for our brand," says Jan-Åke Jonsson, Managing Director of Saab Automobile. "We created a product with high and very particular, by mobilizing the power of our roots in key areas such as the Scandinavian progressive design, sporty driving and performance accountability. Saab 9-5 offers new all these aspects, as all future products Saab. "

Scandinavian Design

"Provisional design that does not ignore, if it comes from," sums up the appearance of new Saab 9-5. "We provide fresh, very modern, some classic signs of brand design," says Simon Padian, Saab Design Chief of the brand. "There are themes found in our recent concept cars such as the Aero X, which is inspired by Scandinavian design and aeronautical origins of the brand."

In front of the new Saab 9-5 is defined by a grid lined with deep curved block of ice fog. The emissions presented in the whole "immersive" mono graphic: masked the windscreen and a half columns to the signing of the Saab car cockpit displays. This interaction between the windshield and the roof size resemble the classic Saab 900 models.

From the front, a new Saab 9-5 to cut the strong and powerful stance. "Organic Sculpture" and the low-slung body combines a clean, uncluttered lines of the natural, curved shapes. Brand design cues appear on the 'hockey stick' belt-line strong rear C-pillars and soft surface of the body frame. Very Saab logo embossed in the center of the grid is characterized by a more assertive, confident design language.

Dynamic character of the car is underlined by a falling roof line, culminating in the sweeping rear pillars that support a screen slightly recessed in the rear. The front wings, which are subtly flared to fall into the wheels transmit the latent energy. Below this bridge gently to the rear, a full-width blocks of ice bar taillights wrap for her signature lighting.

The new 9-5 overall proportions stretch the traditional three-volume sedan silhouette, while avoiding the cliché of a four-door fastback coupe appearance.

Driver-focused cockpit

Inside the spacious cabin, to define simple forms of architecture and design echoes the purity of the outside. Compared to its predecessor, legs and shoulder width is increased front and rear, with rear legroom leader. The choice of materials, fit and finish and tactile quality control all reflect the premium nature of new Saab 9-5.

The driver-oriented cockpit is traditional Saab, but its implementation is revolutionary. The deep center console sweeps a small angle around the driver in the main display device, which is crowned by a neat ventilation zone. Deeply recessed main rings are speed "altimeter" bearing a reading, a reference to Saab's aviation heritage Aero X concept Display driver, including the option HUD (HUD) in the windshield, is reported in the signature green and Saab have a crisp, seemingly floating. ignition of the car, which is now a start / stop button, remains between the front seats, next to the gear lever.

Infotainment choices include a high-end Harman Kardon 5.1-channel surround sound system and an 8-inch color touch screen navigation system with hard drive storage of map data and 10GB for music files MP3. A large center console offers storage and connections to multiple portable devices via USB and 3.5 mm auxiliary ports on the side of a 12V power outlet.

Rear passengers can even access their own audio files or watch a DVD. The unit for rear seat entertainment in the back of the center console seat audio controls and folding screens are installed behind the front seats. Wireless headphones are designed to listen and watch.

On the road

A wide range of chassis technology focuses on providing a sports experience, rewarding driving that belies the size of 9-5. Saab XWD, the system of industry-leading all-wheel drive is available in the Saab 9-3, is offered at launch with the 2.0-liter turbo 2.8V6 turbo engine with additional applications due in the future. Available across the range are: adaptive chassis control with driver settings selected by Saab DriveSense, Bi-Xenon adaptive headlights Smart Beam and Adaptive Cruise Control. Under suspension of three different are adjusted according to engine power and all are available with adjustable sports suspension.

Saab has 30 years experience in the supercharging of engines and powertrain turbo full range of the new 9-5 is further developing its strategy of engine displacement. At launch, four-cylinder diesel 160 hp includes 2.0-liter turbo with emissions of just 139g/km CO2 and the 2.0-liter turbo diesel develops 220 horsepower. A high range turbo 2.8 V6, generating 300 hp and 400 Nm of torque, is offered exclusively with Saab XWD.

Shortly after launch, the 1.6-liter, 180 hp turbo diesel will be introduced with the 2.0-liter BioPower engine E85. All have six-speed transmission.

A new era

Saab and equipped defined as high-end competition in the segment of high-end sedans, the new 9-5 is the most technologically advanced car ever produced by the company. Plant will be built in the home of Saab in Trollhättan, where it was designed.

The new Saab 9-5 will have its first public appearance at the 2009 Frankfurt International Fair. Combining striking looks good with the technology of advanced driving is the beginning of a new era for Saab.

Powertrain

The new Saab 9-5 all turboprop line-up brings together expertise from Saab turbo with the state of the art technology of the engine. With gasoline and BioPower (E85 compatible) engine developing over 100 hp per liter, the new Saab 9-5 Sedan Saab advances powertrain strategy of displacement. Efficient turbo engines as small as 1.6 liters to start assembling the engine range for the new Saab premium room. CO2 emissions as low as 139g/km are also available on the Saab 2.0 turbo diesel engine.

Petrol (1.6T, 2.0T and 2.8V6)

All petrol engines are electronically controlled, electronic speed control, direct ignition and four valves per cylinder head to maintain, maintenance-free chain-driven cams. Longevity and reliability, water-cooled turbocharger and air to air intercooler to improve the intake charge density.

To provide low friction and wear characteristics of the pistons, while benefiting from fuel and oil, cylinder walls are laser engraved for a very smooth finish. Valves on the piston skirt oil cooler and full of sodium efficiency measures.

1.6 Turbo

The engine range starts with this powerful four-cylinder engine giving 180 hp/132 kW and 230 Nm of torque to the end of the high 2200 rpm at 5,500 rpm. Includes an "impulse" function, which raises a couple of 266 Nm to a maximum of five seconds in a wide open throttle.

Ranking among the most powerful engines in the series occurred in the labor movement, powertrain that "right size" gives the new 9-5 strong performance: zero to 62 mph in 9.5 seconds, fuel economy impressive and CO2 emissions should be 37.1 mpg and 179 g / km.

For strength and noise reduction, the cylinder block is cast iron. A cast aluminum pan oil pressure, adds structural rigidity and noise suppression. Other refinements include the use of hollow camshafts to reduce weight and the alternative low-mass flywheel and dual-mass to run the improved refinement. A card-based thermostat coolant temperature at low speed or under light loads, to help reduce internal friction of the lubricant and also improve fuel consumption.

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