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2009 Hummer H2 Black Chrome limited edition Posted: 15 Aug 2008 11:25 AM CDT Though Hummer is not going through its best times (sales down 61 percent in July, GM trying to get rid of the brand), here’s the 2009 Hummer H2 Black Chrome, a special edition limited to 1,300 units. The special model features a new set of 22 inch wheels and a couple of black chrome treatments including a new grille, a new fuel cap, side vents and badge, side-view mirrors, door handles and latches. A choice of three exterior colors are available: Silver Ice Metallic, Sedona Metallic(exclusive to Black Chrome Edition) and Carbon Black Metallic. Check out more photos after the jump. Photo Gallery: 2009 Hummer H2 Black Chrome Bookmark, E-mail or Share

The new Ford Ka featured in the latest James Bond movie Posted: 15 Aug 2008 11:00 AM CDT The new Ford Ka isn’t yet out on the market and it already gets ready to become a movie star. Because the new small car from Ford will be featured in the latest James Bond movie, Quantum of Solace. In the movie, the Ka is driven by Camille, 007’s ally, played by Olga Kurylenko, one of the most beautiful women out there, if you ask us. The 'Quantum of Solace' Ka is unique with metallic gold paint and an exclusive exterior graphics and interior trim combination and was created by Ford of Europe's Design team, in collaboration with the movie's Oscar award-winning production designer, Dennis Gassner. The Ka's cameo continues Ford of Europe's relationship with the James Bond films, following the debut appearance of the latest Ford Mondeo, in the 2006 'Casino Royale'. "The new Ka is the perfect match for the character of Camille – adventurous, individual and thoroughly modern," says Ford of Europe's Chief Operating Officer, Stephen Odell. "We are delighted that the launch of the film coincides with the launch of such a significant new model for Ford of Europe." Check out more photos after the jump. Photo Gallery: Ford Ka in Quantum of Solace Bookmark, E-mail or Share

Cadillac CTS Sport Wagon unveiled Posted: 15 Aug 2008 10:41 AM CDT At the Pebble Beach Concours d'Elegance, Cadillac will present their new 2010 Cadillac CTS Sport Wagon. Based in the CTS sport sedan, the Sport Wagon’s styling include signature V-shaped deck and tailgat, large, vertical taillamps with light-pipe technology, power-opening liftgate (via key fob or in-vehicle button), CHMSL integrated in subtle roof spoiler. Besides that, the car also features integrated roof load management system with cross bars, cargo management system with adjustable in-floor containment, new 19-inch wheels and a larger panoramic rear sunroof. Under the hood, the CTS Sport Wagon is available with two versions of the 3.6 liter V6 engine. The first one develops 304 hp (227 kW), produces 25 percent less emissions and has a fuel economy of 26 mpg highway rating. The standard 3.6 liter VVT engine produces 263 hp (196 kW) and 253 lb.-ft. of torque (343 Nm) and serves as the base engine in North America. The engines are matched with six-speed transmissions, including an Aisin six-speed manual or an electronically controlled Hydra-Matic 6L50 six-speed automatic. Also, an efficient 250 hp 2.9 liter turbo-diesel engine is being developed for European and Asian markets. Following the Pebble Beach premiere, the 2010 Cadillac CTS Sport Wagon will arrive into Cadillac dealerships in spring 2009. Check out more photos after the jump. Photo Gallery: 2010 Cadillac CTS Sport Wagon Bookmark, E-mail or Share

Lada concept to debut at Moscow show? Posted: 15 Aug 2008 09:30 AM CDT Don’t know about you, but that’s definitely one of the ugliest concept cars we’ve ever seen. We don’t have much details about the car, except that the Lada concept might be unveiled at the upcoming Moscow motor show which starts on August 24. What were they thinking? More photos after the jump. Photo Gallery: Lada concept car ziza.ru (Via WorldCarFans) Bookmark, E-mail or Share

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Man Makes Batmobile Replica In His Own Garage Bob Dullam who makes specialty costumes, props, and statues for a living is credited with the creation, he created it in his home Garage using only photographs from the film. 08.15.2008 10:00 PM ... view All-New Hyundai Portico Spied The Hyundai Portico was first shown in concept form over three years a go at the Chicago Auto Show, but these first photos of a prototype prove the model will in fact make it to production. 08.15.2008 9:00 PM ... view Veno Supercar from Poland Polish company Veno Automotive have set out to create Poland's first supercar. They claim this is a unique car that wouldn't look out of place in Batman's garage, but the true reality of the model is that it is a KNOCKOFF. 08.15.2008 8:00 PM ... view 2009 Ford Ka Confirmed for Cameo in New Bond Flick: Quantum of Solace Ford's cheeky little car will appear alongside fiesty leading lady Camille – played by Olga Kurylenko, a woman with her own personal mission and who quickly becomes an unlikely ally for Bond. 08.15.2008 7:00 PM ... view Lexus IS Facelift Brochure Scans Leaked? Lexus has managed to keep this one quiet for a while, but it appears we are going to see the a facelift for it's IS sedan in the not too distant future after scans of the updated model's brochure appeared on forum site my.is. 08.15.2008 6:00 PM ... view Audi S5 Cabrio Rendered According to previous reports we are likely to see the Audi A5/S5 Cabrio hit the autoshow circus in January in Detroit, to aid us in our anticipation of the model we now bring you the latest rendering/photochop of the top-spec S5 model. 08.15.2008 5:00 PM ... view First Images of 2010 Cadillac SRX Crossover Released On the same day Cadillac releases the first details of the CTS wagon, they have gone and teased us with the first images of the all new SRX Crossover. 08.15.2008 4:00 PM ... view GM Teases Once Again with More Pics of Production Chevy Volt Following on from the recent video from ABC News in which GM's exterior design executive director Michael Simcoe pulls the cover off one of the Chevy Volt clay models, we can now bring you a couple of new sexy press shots teasing more styling details. 08.15.2008 3:00 PM ... view Cadillac CTS Sport Wagon to be Unveiled at Pebble Beach Styling follows on from the hotly selling CTS sedan and also shows the same rear end characteristics as seen on Cadillac's first ever wagon – the BLS. 08.15.2008 2:00 PM ... view

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No money for a Reventon? Get a Veno! Posted: 15 Aug 2008 04:38 AM CDT The Lamborghini Reventon is exclusivity taken to the extreme, only 25 ever made, each with a price tag of €1 million, and has been sought after by a lot of car enthusiasts which have the spending power to buy it. Well polish supercar manufacturer Veno thought that there might be a market for all those who didn’t get to buy a Lambo, and came up with this replica after the italian model. Sure, the company said it has taken the design from jet aircrafts, and that it represents the hard work of their design team (who probably just searched Google for images of the Reventon) and that the quality of the supercar will match and even overcome producers like Ferrari, Lamborghini, Pagani or Koenigsegg. The engines available will be taken from Audi, their 4.2 litre V8, with three versions, capable of delivering 350, 450 and 700 HP, and later on, customers will be able to equip it with engined taken from the Corvette C6, including the one from the Z1, a 6.8 litre V8. Other tehnological innovations include carbon fiber used in most of the body parts and in the brake discs, a night vision camera capable of detecting pedestrians or onboard computer with access to wireless Internet. Plus, their green department has stated that the company is currently experimenting with an electric powered version, equipped with the newest generation of high performance batteries. Although they said that about 50 cars will be made, I’m sure once that Lamborghini’s lawyers find out about this car, they’re going to have a field day. Until then, feast your eyes with their fruits of “hard labour”. One more photo after the jump. Source: CarScoop Bookmark, E-mail or Share

Official photos of the 2010 Cadillac SRX Posted: 15 Aug 2008 04:38 AM CDT The luxury crossover market is growing more and more, with examples like the BMW X6 or Mercedes GLK. And the profit which is to be gained has also attracted american producer Cadillac, which recently showed us the first official photos of its new model, the SRX. Although it will be launched some time next year, the car is set to start a tour of the grand motor shows, starting with the one in Paris, in October. This new model does have a lot in common with the Provoq concept, showed at last year’s Detroit Motor Show, and the represents the evolution of the design line found in the CTS and CTS-V sedans. The level of craftsmanship and the power which will be available to the driver are, in Cadillac’s view, the strong points of the SRX, which will definetely recommend it in the luxury crossover and small SUV range. Although the american producer is keeping the tehnical specs under lock and key, rumours have started going around that an AWD tehnology will be employed, and that one of the engines powering this car will be the 3.6 litre V6. More details are set to come most probably after it’s debut in Paris. One more photo after the jump. Via MotorAuthority Bookmark, E-mail or Share

GM releases new Chevrolet Volt teaser photos Posted: 14 Aug 2008 09:01 AM CDT After a few days ago we got the chance to see a sneak peek, today GM released the first teaser photos of their Chevrolet Volt plug-in hybrid that will be available in 2010. The GM blog post also mentions that design was and is a very important part of the Volt development because the drag force can account for up to 20 percent of the energy consumed in an average vehicle. From the photos we can get a pretty good idea of the Volt’s styling, with the rounded and flushed front fascia, tapered corners and closed grille. Like one of our readers pointed out, it reminds us a little of Saab design, but still, that doesn’t meanit doesn’t look good. Check out the other teaser photo after the jump. Source: GM Fast Lane Bookmark, E-mail or Share

Wow! The Audi R8 “Blackbird” Posted: 14 Aug 2008 08:45 AM CDT The only thing that crossed my mind after seeing this video was “Wow!”. This Audi R8, codenamed “Blackbird”, is definitely one of a kind. First of all, it looks great, with those black wheels but if you imagine this car only has looks, oh, you’re so wrong. Because it’s more stuffed with gadgets than the KITT: four GPS units, two radar detectors, police scanner, CB radio, kill switch for all rear lights, high-speed broadband Internet with Wi-Fi running on a tablet PC, power ports, takedown lights, remote-controlled exhaust bypass valve and a…liquid-cooled infrasonic wave pulse generator. But enough said, just enjoy the video! Via Autoblog Bookmark, E-mail or Share

First Porsche Panamera interior photos Posted: 14 Aug 2008 08:12 AM CDT We’ve seen the new Porsche Panamera in dozens of spy photos, but only the exterior, so we didn’t have any clue on how the interior will be like. Well, now we’ve also got a glimpse on what the passengers will enjoy. And I really think Porsche did a great a job with the car’s interior, which looks great. Even though there are a little too much buttons for my taste, I really like the overall design, including the steering wheel from the facelifted 911. Like the guys over at WorldCarFans say, the navigation system’s display could prove to be a little too low and difficult to read, but I’m sure German engineers thought of that too. Source: WorldCarFans Bookmark, E-mail or Share

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