Just One Man’s Opinion
29
Sep
I guess this is the sign of the times, BMW M5 is trading in its big V10 for a turbocharged V8. The next generation M5, due out in 2011, will now feature a twin-turbo 4.8-liter V8 with 600 hp and a new eight-speed dual-clutch transmission. It’s reported that the 2012 M5 will have the Formula [...]
18
Sep
For those that watch Top Gear will recognize what Jay Leno is doing. Starting tonight (Friday night 9/18/09), he’s going to challenge celebrities to set fast lap on a track outside the studio. This is known as “Star in a Reasonably-Priced Car”. I guess with this being California, instead of using a low horse powered, [...]
16
Sep
Thanks to the new standards, BMW will be bringing back the 4-bangers. Look for turbocharged (twin?) 4-cylinder 3-Series in the U.S. by spring 2012. BMW is also looking at X1 and X3 with 4-bangers, along with the 1-Series.
The changes come because of the new federal guidelines which ask automakers to improve the fuel-economy of their [...]
9
Sep
China’s BAIH (Beijing Automotive Industry Holdings Co.) has signed a deal with Koenigsegg Group AB. No financing deal was released, but BAIH now has a small stake in Koenigsegg, which recently bought Saab Automobile from General Motors Co. The two companies plan to expand on Saab and BAIH products in China and other international markets.
So, [...]
8
Sep
At this year’s Frankfurt Motor Show, Fiat’s performance division Abarth, will show a 695 Tributo Ferrari, or a supped up Fiat 500. This will be one hot hatch with a 1.4-liter turbocharged engine with 180 HP, F1-style 6-speed transmission, tuned suspension, red (of course) Brembo brakes with 17-inch alloy wheels.
No word if this would be [...]
1
Sep
GM must be really pissed at Canada. Two former GM brands, Saturn and Saab, will no longer be sold in Canada. Penske Automotive Group, who is buying Saturn from GM, told the 46 Canadian Saturn dealers that it will no longer be selling the brand later this year. Meanwhile, Saab is also out, according to [...]