At the Detroit Motor Show which starts in mid-January 2013, we will see many world firsts, but also local manufacturers want to ride the event to show their bets for the U.S. market.

2014 Chevrolet Silverado and GMC Sierra 1500 Pick-up Truck

Both models 2014 GMC Sierra 1500 and 2014 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 are twins, but each with the aesthetic features of each signature. The Chevrolet Silverado has a front headlight divided into two and the typical form American Chevrolet models, while the GMC Sierra has more modern headlights and stylized.

In the rest of the body is basically the same appearance, and in turn very similar to the outgoing generation, as in the segment of the layout pick-ups do not give many freedoms.

2014 Chevrolet Silverado and GMC Sierra 1500 Pick-up Truck: Features

Inside we found a significant technological leap, and also aesthetic. Now, the center console is dominated by a full infotainment system that, depending on the details, it has a touch screen, browser, connectivity to Apple devices and USB, etc… That is a focused drive to work or leisure Outdoor demonstrated, for example, which features five 12-volt outlets located throughout the car.

As is the case with most market pick-ups, both the Silverado and Sierra are offered with various cab configurations, each of which linked to a different load capacity (more interior touches less capacity, obviously).

General Motors confirmed that the Sierra and Silverado pickup is more powerful and capable series ever made ​​in 1500, the most successful in the U.S.. They do not give specific figures, but we have to believe them.

The two models have three EcoTec3 powered engines, all petrol. The base engine is a 4.3 V6, as intermediate step down a 5.7 ​​V8 and the ladder to the range is a 6.2 V8. Sorprendetemente have not communicated what the engine power, nor have they said what their fuel consumption. The two companies will begin marketing its new pick-up in early 2013 in all its forms, to try to continue with their high sales and remain the largest manufacturer of pick-ups in the world.

2014 Chevrolet Silverado

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After the start of the Hall of Los Angeles, which has been submitted to the next generation Porsche Cayman and Cayman S, Matthias Mueller has warned of the presence in the future of the brand of a mid-engined sports sedan and a new below Panamera also warning us about the stop, indefinitely, the project to resurrect the concept of the Porsche 559.

2014 Porsche Cayman Turbo to get 4-cylinder engine

Now from the Italian publication 0-100. it warn us of the opportunity to meet with the new Cayman will we see a block with a turbo 4-cylinder boxer?

As we count from 0-100.it in 2013 could meet this Turbo Porsche Cayman, a Cayman would come with a block of 4-cylinder and 2.5-liter horizontally opposed, accompanied by a turbo, delivering 350 hp, which would leave This Cayman Turbo 25 horses over the new Porsche Cayman S and 75 horses over the Porsche Cayman.

2014 Porsche Cayman Turbo: Features

Presumably the idea of adopting a 4 cylinder boxer instead of using a 6 cylinder block opposite lie in providing this Porsche Cayman Turbo in a classic inspired by the Porsche 550 4-cylinder, as pointed model would serve rumors inspiration in the development of a new compact sports, which had as Matthias Mueller from Los Angeles, had been suspended indefinitely for now.

Hard to imagine the appearance of a 4-cylinder boxer in the current range of Porsche, of course would be more feasible, but not less charming evoke the engine of 550, 6-cylinder supercharge today met the idea of a turbo Porsche Cayman.

The average Italian commitment to 2013 as the year of arrival in the Cayman Turbo. I hope so, but I have to show me something skeptical of such a possibility.

Following the presentation of the Ferrari F12 Berlinetta last Paris Motor Show, it was a matter of time the most powerful series Ferrari history passed through the hands of the leading trainers. One of the most specialized companies in Ferrari tuning, Novitec Rosso, has been one of the first who dared to touch the last jewel of the Italian firm. True to the style of other preparations, have implemented a number of cosmetic and mechanical changes simple but effective.

2013 Ferrari F12 Berlinetta by Novitec Rosso

2013 Ferrari F12 Berlinetta engine used in this car is a 6.3 block V12 naturally aspirated 740 hp , a figure that until recent years was science fiction. It is more than enough for most mortals, but Novitec Rosso wanted to give a new twist to the engine to increase its power to 763 hp.

This increase is achieved by modifying the electronics and fuel injection and ignition sequences. In turn, the torque rises from 690 to 703 Nm.

Influences have not reported how this slight power increase in the number of acceleration, so we can assume that continues to accelerate from 0 to 100 km / h in 3.1 seconds .

2013 Ferrari F12 Berlinetta Features:

However, say the top speed goes from 340 to 345 km / h , a tidbit that’s sure to purchasers of this preparation will check in some German autobahn. To accompany the increase in power, have created an exhaust system whose sound can be manipulated.

The other notable mechanical change is the inclusion of a new suspension that lowers the height by 40 millimeters car free , and includes a mechanism to promptly raise a few millimeters in height when the driver needs to overcome a bump or entering a garage. Outside, the only big news is the installation of a brutal 22-inch wheels (21 in the front wheels), available in two designs own Novitec Rosso, and roadways measures  255/30 ZR 21 for the shaft front and 335/25 ZR 22 for the rear axle.

At the moment these are the only modifications created by Ferrari F12 Berlinetta by Novitec Rosso. They promise a new aerodynamic kit and engine power extreme, but this is still a few months away. For now, this is a good appetizer to whet your appetite while waiting for something greater.

The Official Honda preparer shows one side more “aggressive” in this small utility, a utility on a few days ago I wondered if I could succeed in Europe, why not import the concept of N-one? A urban utility, consuming little exotic aesthetic … perhaps with the development of Mugen has more followers.

2013 Honda N-One Mugen Edition

After showing the tuning Honda CR-Z Facelift, the RZ Mugen, Mugen now presents his unique vision of the Honda N-One. No increase in power for the time planned for Kei Car under the title of “Little Dynamite” Mugen has a new body kit and accessories to customize the N-One.

Actually dynamite, he must be content with 64 horsepower 3 cylinder turbo via the CVT, which is not necessarily prohibitive if you put this figure in relation to the 850 kg of the car.

2013 Honda N-One Mugen Edition Features

A body kit that spends two new bumpers , with the possibility of incorporating LED daytime lights, new side skirts, a rear bumper in which we can choose a central dual exhaust outlet and two different types of spoiler. Also referred to other options such as mirror housings in carbon fiber, a new grill or license plate also in carbon fiber.

In the compartment Mugen offers changes to the start button, interior panels, interior mirror cover, pressure gauge for the turbo and pedals , while for Mugen chassis leaves us with several options on aluminum wheels accompanied by a sports suspension and brake discs and more effective.

Personally I think the Honda N-One itself could be accommodated in our market, moreover, could be sold as a vehicle not only practical and economical, but also very customizable and even in the case of Honda N-One appealing to a slightly retro, like the Fiat 500 were Japanese.

To celebrate its 10th anniversary presents a special commemorative edition called Volkswagen Touareg Edition X with elegant and luxurious finishes and a more comprehensive standard equipment and attractive to meet customer demand.

Volkswagen Touareg Edition X SUV

Volkswagen Touareg Edition X

The Volkswagen Touareg Edition X stands aesthetically for its Moab wheels 19 “, its practicable sunroof, bi-xenon headlights with daylight LED, package and tinted chrome Chrome & Style, and the Touareg X emblem on your body.

For the body can optionally choose blue paint Moonlight Blue pearl effect. Aboard and Nappa leather upholstery, wood inserts real ebony on the sill of the door courtesy lighting with illuminated X Touareg emblem.

2013 Volkswagen Touareg Edition X V6 3 0 TDI

The Touareg Edition X is available with five engine and transmission combinations , starting with the V6 TDI BlueMotion Technology 204 hp and 8-speed automatic transmission. The price in Germany will be € 61,025, placing it as the best option and also face esquipada Range Volkswagen Touareg.

Ultimately it would be a good counterpoint to the Volkswagen Touareg Unlimited, a more affordable option and complete equipment at the same time modest.

2013 Volkswagen Touareg Edition X

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Thanks to the use of materials, development and manufacturing processes and focused on a cure to 100% sustainability, the tire will be able to reach the market in the future but without resorting to the use of substances harmful to the environment along of its life.

Paris 2012: Bridgestone 100% Sustainable Tire Concept 

But this tire is not the only news that Bridgestone has shown in its booth, including designs known as the tire does not suffer punctures and tire that allows to print any image in his band, the company has performed in the tire company ECOPIA EP001S, the first cover that has been able to get A grades in fuel savings and A in braking on slippery surface.

Bridgestone Concept Tire

The speaker of the firm had numerous developments which widely highlighted designs offered by the tire that allows full color printing his side. With a tool and technology designed and patented by Bridgestone, the firm says that the possibilities of creation are endless, from printing images that are linked for life to our gums, even fanciful designs that all eyes focus on the wheels and not on the vehicle that rides.

But the most important advance is the development of a sustainable tire 100% since, as reported by the manufacturer, sale and development of this technology would drastically reduce the impact of the tires on the environment they encounter in their natural wear over 96% of the pollution which are capable of generating.

Bridgestone Concept Tires Sustainable, Customizable and Efficient

The use of natural rubbers and resins, compounds developed from vegetable fats and oils and chemical compounds whose origin is bioethanol , a major breakthrough in the industry to reduce the impact posed tires CO 2. Bridgestone claims that this is a prototype, but his intentions are to continue the project for technology to reach mass production and is part of its product range.

[Source: Bridgestone]

Bridgestone Concept Tires

It is a new generation, not a facelift: while the chassis remains largely unchanged, the chassis is new and dynamic elements and change the location of the leak and its tail.

2013 Triumph Street Triple and Street Triple R

The chassis, the base shared by both bikes, is twin-spar aluminum alloy with two cast aluminum subframe. The new exhaust is on the side, with low output and glued to the chassis.

2013 Triumph Street Triple and Street Triple R

Thus gains in low and efficiency is improved, but it loses the characteristic two escapes from previous Street Triple undoubtedly elements that distinguished it from the competition. The braking device has dual front disc with 310 mm high quality Nissin calipers.

2013 Triumph Street Triple and Street Triple R Features

They ABS as standard, but it is completely switched off by pressing a button. The handling should be improved with a double inverted fork Kayabade of 41 mm, and more if we consider that the total weight of the bikes has decreased by 6 kg over the previous generation, weighing a total of 183 kg in order gears.

In the 2013 Triumph Street Triple, the power is 95 hp at 11,850 rpm , with maximum torque of 65 Nm. You can limit your engine to drive it with the A2 card.

As for the equipment, take screen analog tachometer and LCD with timer for circuit and a spot under the seat for a U-lock that Triumph sold as an accessory. As a bonus, it is possible to equip a pressure control system for tires. The Street Triple R is a moron sportier chassis and suspensions, that is, they are fully adjustable. The engine of the Street Triple R develops 106 hp and 68 Nm of torque, so it can only be driven with the card A.

In appearance, both bikes retain the double headlight and a nice sharp color composition with exposed chassis parts, but these naked have lost some personality due to the replacement of the exhaust system. It will go on sale in November in our country, and still no offers.

2013 Triumph Street Triple

The Infiniti Emerg-E was intended to open, along with the Honda NSX , a new era of sports designed from hybrid systems, Its direct competition was set in the Honda NSX with its hybrid system with three electric motors would be the team to beat, but the Inifiniti Emerg-E Plug-In Hybrid Supercar bet more determined by the word efficiency.

Infiniti Emerg-E in Paris Auto Show

The brand refers to the prototype shown in the endless halls, tours and festivals serve as the basis of development for the next releases of the brand.

Infiniti Emerg-E Plug-In Hybrid

Ultimately the brand wanted to downplay take aa denial of production, referring to its design and powertrain Infiniti serve to mark the guidelines to follow. While it may sound like a very promising future not mark the end though, the truth is that the sport seems to have been canceled in order to increase support and investment of the manufacturer on improving other aspects of their models with more direct impact on sales.

Infiniti Emerg-E confirmed, Won’t Be Built, Company Says

No doubt that the Infiniti Emerg-E is, rather was the result of a sum which was intended to capture the best of the manufacturer in absolute terms, projecting a brand image and ability in a model “top” known as Model “halo” . A place regarding getting a range to a higher level with the mere fact that the reference model exists within its range.

Its design not doubt that will influence the future launch of Infiniti , especially in Europe, which is where he plans to expand to be able to compete without complexes against German trio (Audi, Mercedes, BMW ). However, the technical concept is that you could stay in oblivion for the Japanese manufacturer, although well used by the Lotus Evora 414E Hyrbid.

The range extender is based on a small motor of origin (Fagor) with just 1.2 liters and 48 hp , but able to provide enough electricity to its lithium batteries with 17 kWh, to get their propulsion system Electric with 408 hp get achieve a range of 450 km , 50 km in 100% electric mode. Definitely regret the cancellation of one of the most beautiful sports, 2012, which also added an advanced propulsion system that promised sports ways.

Infiniti Emerg-E

Some marketing genius must have thought why limit the design, refinement or the most sophisticated equipment only higher segments, superior models and larger size, and the truth is that time is confirming this theory. Will Opel Adam lived up to those expectations?

2012 Paris: Opel Adam

That the Opel Adam not be an urban search is something that is distinguished from a first look at the exterior, with a design that does not go unnoticed and many striking details, such as your chrome line surrounding the lateral surface or the particular glass taillights , also take center stage in your rear bumper. Inside also reaffirms that claim, and here takes center stage its color scheme (in wheel and shifter), coverings or sports seats.

Opel Adam Interior

The equipment shines high level, at least in these top-end units with plenty of optional equipment that will assume, highlighting technological elements as its large seven-inch screen, from which you can control all the multimedia and connectivity with external devices . Also on-board computer, or the steering wheel, take center stage. Overall appearance is very positive and quality over the traditional in the purely urban segment, although its dashboard and center console style may seem one both charged, but attractive at all.

With four individual seats (rear seats fold down in proportion 50/50), the space offers what is expected of him, without excess longitudinal distance on the back leg, but trying to take advantage of its 3.70 meters length. The trunk, because this size content, neither offers a generous volume, but in any case these are issues with which we have in common and a vehicle of its size.

Where does highlight, as we say, is in its equipment and customization possibilities : two-tone colors, many designs and sizes of tires and even its interior trim, steering wheel and mirrors can be chosen in different colors, which can lead to multiple combinations. This will be one of the great strengths that will define the Opel Adam when it reaches the market in January 2013.

2012 Opel Adam

If parts of the base that your product is nice, as is the case with Mazda in June 2013 , and resulting opinion this review, you’ve already won the first battle to get the new flagship of your brand has guaranteed success.

2013 Mazda 6 exclusive pics, pretty face or something else?

Outside ultimately not think it’s the best product for those who love the timelessness of a sedan and the more sober and classic designs, such as fans of German luxury sedans, but on the contrary, those seeking elegance greater boldness.

2013 Mazda 6 exclusive pics

But the 2013 Mazda 6 is ground to win some of these, has increased in size and quality we see in our first contact at the Paris Auto Show is very high. Plastic soft, shiny plastic inserts and nice details between clashing some hard plastic that looks lower quality as in the glove.

But overall the design of the cockpit is very driver-focused and intelligent solutions have been used we also see in its German rivals, as a rotating interface in the center console for the navigation system.

The initial feelings are good and qualitative leap clear , if it is true that to analyze whether you can become an alternative to other mid-size sedans and large (remember that the sedan measures 4.86 meters long), still have to prove and see how it distributes the range of finishes, equipment and optional extras.

2013 Mazda 6 : amplitude and practical solutions

The sedan’s trunk is not as profitable, but both sedan and wagon have a handle to fold down the rear seats in two parts 60/40.The trunk is spacious for example, with 489 liters for the sedan.

Notwithstanding the limited rear cover much burden for making bulk objects actually get something has to resort to practical family Wagon also more spacious with 522 liters of volume. seats are divided into two sections 60/40 by pulling a lever from the trunk . The Wagon also has a flexible tray and divider network trunk and passenger compartment that is useful even if the charge of packages to ceiling.

Price of 2013 Mazda 6: both sedan and wagon from € 27,180

The familiar body type Wagon has not added a premium over the sedan. Later we will give more details about its price. It is confirmed that arrive in early 2013 and that both the Mazda 6 sedan and the Mazda 6 Wagon will have the same price .

The range is divided into two levels of equipment and finish, from a level of access as Mazda and will feature many safety features and technology, but we have yet to confirm that it is specifically.

For now we know that the model 145 hp 2.0 petrol and manual transmission will start from € 27,180 . The 2.2 diesel 150 hp, also with manual shift amounts to € 29,430.

2013 Mazda 6