The all new advanced diesel engine, which offers a significant increase in power and torque with improved fuel efficiency, will ensure the All-New Mazda BT-50 has the grunt to handle even the toughest tasks.

The headline act for the All-New BT-50 range is the new MZ-CD 3.2 litre diesel engine, in-line 5-cylinder configuration, delivering a massive 470Nm of torque and 147kW of power. This represents a 24 per cent increase in torque while power is up by 28 per cent over the current BT-50? 3.0 litre diesel engine.

The adoption of a new high-pressure fuel system combined with advanced turbocharging ensures the 3.2 litre diesel engine delivers a more refined and responsive drive.

These refinements also help to ensure that the new MZ-CD 3.2 litre diesel will be more fuel efficient than the 3.0 litre diesel engine it replaces.

The new 3.2 litre engine will be mated to a choice of new six-speed transmissions, in either manual or automatic guise. Both new transmissions have been developed to exhibit low levels of noise, vibration and harshness making for a smoother and quieter ride.

The new powertrain has been developed to ensure the All-New BT-50 delivers towing capacities never before seen on this type of vehicle. The 3.2 litre engine with either manual or automatic transmission will be capable of towing up to a huge 3,350kg, delivering a 350kg increase over the current model.

Source: http://www.mazda.co.nz/inside-mazda/news–events/all-new-mazda-bt-50-powertrains-take-

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Frankfurt/Zürich – The readers of German motoring magazine AutoBild Allrad have selected the Cadillac CTS All-Wheel-Drive Coupe Car of the Year in the import category of the sports car/coupe/convertible segment.

The Cadillac CTS AWD Coupe was chosen selected over competitors that included the Nissan GT-R, Lamborghini Gallardo, Bentley Continental GT and Alfa Romeo Brera Q4. Wolfgang Schubert, managing director of Cadillac Europe, received the prize from Dr. Hans Hamer, managing director of Axel Springer Auto Verlag, and Bernhard Weinbacher, editor-in-chief of AutoBild Allrad, in Frankfurt’s trendy Klassikstadt.

“I am very happy to see that the new presence of Cadillac on the European marketplace has been noticed and appreciated,” Schubert said.

The CTS Coupe was introduced in Europe in autumn 2010. Its distinctive design and sports-car performance make it the highest-profile model of the new Cadillac European line-up. The standard CTS Coupe powertrain consists of a 229 kW/311 hp direct-injected 3.6L V-6 engine and six-speed manual transmission.

The all-wheel-drive option has bolstered the CTS Coupe’s performance credentials in Europe. The CTS all-wheel drive system automatically and smoothly delivers all-wheel drive operation as required by driving conditions through computer controls and patented modulating clutch. Information is interpreted by the vehicle’s computer system, which adjusts the amount of power delivered to the front wheels up to 50 times per second. The system is fully compatible with the anti-lock braking system, or ABS.

Source: http://media.gm.com/content/media/us/en/news.detail.brand_GM.html/content/Pages/news/us/en/2011/Mar

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Maruti Suzuki India Limited, the country’s largest car manufacturer rolled out its 1 Crore (ten millionth) car.

The historic 1 Crore car, a Metallic Breeze Blue coloured WagonR VXi (Chassis No 243899) rolled out from the Company’s Gurgaon plant.

With this landmark achievement, Maruti Suzuki becomes the only Indian car company that makes its entry into the select club of automobile manufacturers across the globe who have crossed this milestone.

On the occasion, Mr. Shinzo Nakanishi, Managing Director and CEO, Maruti Suzuki India Limited said, “As we reach this historic landmark, we thank our founding partners who laid a solid foundation of values and practices. We thank our customers who have brought us this far. The commitment of employees and
continued strong support of business associates has played a critical role all through the journey. Their enthusiasm and commitment is especially reflected in manufacturing around 5 million units just in the last 6 years. is a day of pride for the full Maruti Suzuki family.”

Maruti Suzuki India Limited, started operations in India in 1983 (then Maruti Udyog Limited) as a joint venture between the Government of India and Suzuki Motor Corporation, Japan.

The Company’s journey towards 1 Crore mark, picked momentum in recent times through several focused initiatives like capacity expansion, higher productivity levels and enhanced R&D capability demonstrated through product refreshments. A new car design philosophy, as evidenced in world strategic models like the Swift, SX4, A-Star, Ritz and WagonR helped to win customer’s hearts. Contemporary DDiS and Super Turbo Diesel engines and the K-Series petrol engines helped to reinforce the technological supremacy of Maruti Suzuki.

Maruti Suzuki currently offers a wide range of 16 passenger vehicle models in India. It is the largest car maker with over 45 per cent share in India’s passenger vehicle market.

Source: http://www.marutisuzuki.com/Maruti-Suzuki-rolls-out-its-1-Crore-Ten-Millionth-car.aspx

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DETROIT – As gas prices go up, so does purchase consideration for more fuel-efficient cars. And the new 2012 Buick LaCrosse with eAssist™, a luxury sedan that comfortably seats five adults, delivers highway fuel economy on par with compacts like the Mini Cooper.

LaCrosse with eAssist, which goes on sale this summer, uses a variety of technological advances and body enhancements to deliver estimated segment-leading fuel economy of 37 mpg on the highway and 25 mpg in city driving without sacrificing passenger comfort. The fuel economy ratings await EPA certification.

Not only is the luxury sedan expected to be more fuel efficient than competitors like the Acura TL, Lexus ES350 and Lincoln MKS, it also expects to beat smaller hybrids, including the Lincoln MKZ Hybrid, Toyota Camry Hybrid and Lexus HS Hybrid on the highway, while offering more rear leg room than any of them.

LaCrosse is the first in its segment with a four-cylinder, six-speed powertrain, the first with HiPer Strut suspension for improved ride and handling, and is now has the new standard eAssist technology.

“LaCrosse with eAssist is the smart choice for those who want great fuel economy and performance in a luxury vehicle,” said Tony DiSalle, U.S. vice president, Buick marketing. “LaCrosse with eAssist is an excellent value, costing thousands less than competitors with similar technologies, and its fuel-efficient powertrain comes standard on four-cylinder-equipped models.”

Program engineers improved the fuel economy of the outgoing four-cylinder, six-speed 2011 model by 25 percent by implementing a number of improvements. Chief among them was the introduction of the electric assist (eAssist) system that is mated to a 2.4L Ecotec direct injection four-cylinder engine and a next-generation six-speed automatic transmission.

Source: http://media.gm.com/content/media/us/en/news.detail.brand_GM.html/content/Pages/news/us/en/2011/Mar

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Volkswagen award-winning Polo has always offered superb value for money. And until 14 April there an even greater deal for customers, with ?500 off, competitive finance packages, three years·free servicing and free insurance*.

As an example, the entry-level Polo S 1.2-litre 60 PS three-door model costs just ?9,495, including ?500 off. With Volkswagen Finance popular Solutions PCP package, this means monthly payments from ?99 per month** ·including up to three years·or 30,000 miles free servicing (7.9 per cent representative APR). One year free insurance is also included for drivers over 21 years of age, completing an impressive package for customers.

This offer applies to all Polo models purchased from stock through a Volkswagen UK Retailer and registered before 14 April. If a customer chooses an alternative funding method, the standalone servicing package is available for ?299.

The latest and fifth generation Polo was launched in October 2009. Shortly afterwards it was named European Car of the Year 2010, and in April, added the accolade of World Car of the Year 2010 to its name. Volkswagen UK sold 45,282 Polos last year, making 2010 the car best-selling year since 2003.

Source: http://www.volkswagen.co.uk/volkswagen-world/news/303/no-holes-in-latest-polo-offers,-and-

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As the global one of the most talked about car event - the fourteenth session of the Shanghai International Automobile Exhibition (hereinafter referred to as the Shanghai International Auto Show) is approaching, Toyota Motor Corporation (TMC) is preparations in full swing, when the lineup will be strong participation in the exhibition area, show cars to achieve the number of exhibitors in the history of Toyota Motor in China, the highest on record.

The Toyota to “In the past, present and future” as its theme, advocating for the provision of advanced age and with high quality products and service concept, based in China, now the Imagination Toyota car of the future. The Shanghai International Auto Show, Toyota will work together to FAW Toyota, Guangzhou Automobile and Toyota LEXUS Lexus brand in the history of about 4900 square meters of the biggest booth, including concept cars, domestic cars, imported cars, including a total of 60 sets of technology demonstration vehicles and objects, which, in addition to consumers familiar with the classic models, best-selling models, there are several, including concept cars, including starting China, In addition, acclaimed Shanghai World Expo Toyota “partner robot” will also be the scene show the audience the majority of their charm.

Meanwhile, the Toyota booth will be set up “Technology Showcase” featuring a variety of hands-on environmental and safety technologies show material, through easy to understand explanation and practical experience to the audience interpretation and delivery of Toyota advanced environmental, safety technology concept.

On the other hand, the Toyota booth layout, showing also the modus operandi of innovation. Among them, the stand taken by a new three-dimensional design, not only can produce the majority of the audience the scene Imagine the future of the world, but also to bring high-tech immersive feel wonderful.

Source: http://www.toyota.com.cn/information/show_news.php

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Volkswagen has retained its lead at the top of two key vehicle categories at this year Fleet News Awards, with the Polo once again crowned est Small Car·and the Golf crystallising its position as the est Lower Medium Car·fleets can buy.

The awards were presented at a ceremony at London Grosvenor House Hotel, honouring the fleet industry top achievers for the past 12 months.

Cars were judged on a range of criteria, including operating costs (depreciation, fuel, servicing, maintenance and repair, lease rates, tax liability), suitability for their use as business cars and the level of support from the manufacturers and their corporate sales teams.

A panel made up of fleet industry experts as well as senior members of the Fleet News editorial team were involved in the lengthy judging process, chaired by former SMMT chief executive Christopher Macgowan and audited by Deloitte.

Commenting on the winning cars, the judges said: broad range of engines with low-CO2 choices and a choice of three door and five door models make the Polo appealing to fleets and drivers.

They added: The Volkswagen Golf offers unrivalled depth to its range from BlueMotion right up to GTI and R models. It is a strong proposition on running costs and attractive to drivers thanks to its image.

Collecting the award for Volkswagen was Head of Fleet Services, Vincent Kinner. He said: delighted to claim these awards for two of our key fleet models. It a shame the new Passat saloon and Estate models, which are proving so popular with company car managers and drivers, wasn eligible in the Upper Medium Car category this year. But watch this space!

Source: http://www.volkswagen.co.uk/volkswagen-world/news/301/polo-and-golf-retain-class-honours-at-

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The Volkswagen Scirocco has won the Sports Car category of the inaugural Parkers·New Car Awards 2011, while a number of other models were also highly commended in their respective categories.

The Parkers·New Car Awards have been developed by car-buying site, Parkers, with the purpose of helping purchasers identify he cars that make your cash go further· The winners, rather than being based on the opinions of a panel of judges, are determined through the data produced by Parkers·so-called ?ost of motoring·tool. This was launched at the beginning of the year, and is designed to enable consumers to identify the costs of a new or used car, taking into account all of the elements such as servicing, showroom tax, fuel consumption and depreciation.

Commenting on the award, Kieren Puffett, editor of Parkers says: 1.4-litre engine may sound too small to deliver performance worthy of a sports car but this TSI engine is a gem with a sub 10-second 0-62 mph and top speed of 124 mph ·plus you get all the economical benefits of a smaller engine including a claimed average 44 mpg fuel consumption and a road tax that costs ?125 a year. So for delivering performance, fun and low costs the Scirocco is the Sports Car that makes the car buyer cash go the furthest.

He added: n addition to a sound cost proposition, the Scirocco 1.4 TSI 122 PS won the Parkers·New Car Awards 2011 Sports Car category because it has unique styling, really delivers as a sports car thanks to sharp handling and refined ride, and it huge fun when tackling twisty roads.

Source: http://www.volkswagen.co.uk/volkswagen-world/news/300/scirocco-adds-parkers-new-car-

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Renault has unveiled a two-seater electric car that at £6,000 would be the cheapest vehicle of its kind on the market.

The French car maker can afford to sell the vehicle at such a relatively low price because at less than 400kg, the Twizy is a micro car – officially referred to as a quadricycle. And unlike the approach taken by Nissan with its new electric family-sized Leaf car, Renault plans to lease the battery for the Twizy at less than £40 per month.

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The Twizy will be offered with a twenty-horsepower motor or a five-horsepower version for those countries, like France, that allow low-powered micro cars to be driven without the need for a licence.

A spokesperson for the Environmental Transport Association (ETA) said: “Electric cars have very low day-to-day running costs, but the cost of the batteries make them unaffordable for most people. Renault is taking a creative approach to this problem by leasing the batteries for its electric cars such as the Zoe EV for around £60 per month, which is less than the cost of a tankful of petrol.”

Source: http://www.eta.co.uk/2011/03/18/%C2%A36000-electric-car-you-don%E2%80%99t-need-licence-

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BMW believes a change to London congestion charge exemption rules would help secure sales for its BMW i8, the flagship of the company’s forthcoming i sub-brand.

Ian Robertson, head of BMW’s global sales and marketing, is reported as saying: “Our sales will strongly depend on legislation. Not only by big markets like the U.S. or China, but by local city authorities and their terms of taxation…If a city like Amsterdam or London decides that you get a tax reduction, then sales will boost.”

The development of cars like the BMWi8 are being driven by the threat of environmental legislation to curb emissions, which is forcing the major manufacturers to develop hybrid alternatives to their higher-performance models. However, whilst many high-performance cars are able to run solely on their electric motor for a few miles – principally to lower their overall emissions ad bypass city congestion charges – any environmental benefits can be quickly offset by vigorous driving when they are being powered by their powerful internal combustion engines.

Source: http://www.eta.co.uk/2011/03/18/london-congestion-charge-boost-bmw-i8

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