In the United States virtually Infiniti M sedan debuted a new generation

In the last weekend of the festival Pebble Beach Concours d'Elegance, has traditionally carried out in California, the company officially introduced the Infiniti - Infiniti M sedan next generation. Note that the festival was held only a "virtual" presentation of the model - that is, visitors do not see the car itself, but its three-dimensional projection. "Live" the car is expected to appear at the September MOTORSHOW in Frankfurt.

According to the company's Infiniti, the weight-axle rear-wheel sedan M was significantly reduced by using new aluminum body panels. For the new items will be offered two petrol engines: 3.7-liter V6 engine and the "G" volume 5.6 liters. Their detailed characteristics are not announced, but it is expected that the first of which will develop 328 horsepower, while the second - about 390 horsepower. Both units can work together with seven automatic transmission with a choice of steps podrulevymi petals made of magnesium alloy.


It should be noted that the Western European market for the V8 engine will be replaced in the spectrum at trehlitrovy six diesel power about 240 hp. The car in this version would be called Infiniti M30d.

In addition, in 2011 the market will be changed hybrid model M, propulsion system which will combine the 3.7-liter V6 and two electric motors.

Global sales of Infiniti M sedan new generation will begin in spring 2010.

In the United States virtually Infiniti M sedan debuted a new generation

In the last weekend of the festival Pebble Beach Concours d'Elegance, has traditionally carried out in California, the company officially introduced the Infiniti - Infiniti M sedan next generation. Note that the festival was held only a "virtual" presentation of the model - that is, visitors do not see the car itself, but its three-dimensional projection. "Live" the car is expected to appear at the September MOTORSHOW in Frankfurt.

According to the company's Infiniti, the weight-axle rear-wheel sedan M was significantly reduced by using new aluminum body panels. For the new items will be offered two petrol engines: 3.7-liter V6 engine and the "G" volume 5.6 liters. Their detailed characteristics are not announced, but it is expected that the first of which will develop 328 horsepower, while the second - about 390 horsepower. Both units can work together with seven automatic transmission with a choice of steps podrulevymi petals made of magnesium alloy.


It should be noted that the Western European market for the V8 engine will be replaced in the spectrum at trehlitrovy six diesel power about 240 hp. The car in this version would be called Infiniti M30d.

In addition, in 2011 the market will be changed hybrid model M, propulsion system which will combine the 3.7-liter V6 and two electric motors.

Global sales of Infiniti M sedan new generation will begin in spring 2010.

In the United States virtually Infiniti M sedan debuted a new generation

In the last weekend of the festival Pebble Beach Concours d'Elegance, has traditionally carried out in California, the company officially introduced the Infiniti - Infiniti M sedan next generation. Note that the festival was held only a "virtual" presentation of the model - that is, visitors do not see the car itself, but its three-dimensional projection. "Live" the car is expected to appear at the September MOTORSHOW in Frankfurt.

According to the company's Infiniti, the weight-axle rear-wheel sedan M was significantly reduced by using new aluminum body panels. For the new items will be offered two petrol engines: 3.7-liter V6 engine and the "G" volume 5.6 liters. Their detailed characteristics are not announced, but it is expected that the first of which will develop 328 horsepower, while the second - about 390 horsepower. Both units can work together with seven automatic transmission with a choice of steps podrulevymi petals made of magnesium alloy.


It should be noted that the Western European market for the V8 engine will be replaced in the spectrum at trehlitrovy six diesel power about 240 hp. The car in this version would be called Infiniti M30d.

In addition, in 2011 the market will be changed hybrid model M, propulsion system which will combine the 3.7-liter V6 and two electric motors.

Global sales of Infiniti M sedan new generation will begin in spring 2010.

Porsche adds power to its Cayman S sports car

The company has invested some money in its potent mid-level sports car, the Cayman, which debuted in 2005 as a 2006 model. Four years into the model run, Porsche has freshened the 2009 Cayman with a mild restyling of the front and rear — headlights and taillights mostly — and has added power.

The base Cayman gets a larger, 2.9-liter six-cylinder engine, with 265 horsepower. And the uplevel Cayman S now has a 3.4-liter six-cylinder engine, with horsepower boosted from 295 to 320. The Cayman S still isn't playing in the same league as the flagship 911, but it's closer than ever.

On the Cayman S test car, that new engine is matched with a new seven-speed "Doppelkupplung" transmission — that translates to "double clutch," meaning that while this transmission operates as an automatic, it can be shifted manually, thanks to internal clutches. It's an effective update of the Tiptronic transmission, but whether you think it's worth the $3,420 option price over the six-speed manual is up to you.

There is no denying, though, that this new transmission maximizes the engine's muscle, and it feels like more than 320 horsepower, pulling strongly from a standing start, up through and well past legal limits. And fuel mileage is surprisingly good: An EPA-rated 20 mpg city, 29 mpg on the highway, thanks in part to that seventh speed that lets the engine lope along at freeway speeds.

The handling is excellent and the ride is surprisingly good. Steering is quick but not twitchy. Brakes are superb.

Nissan goes head-to-head with German sports cars

Nissan Korea launched the sports car 370Z on the local market Tuesday. The 370Z is the second sports car Nissan has introduced locally in less than a month, the first being the supercar GT-R launched on July 14. The 370Z beefs up the Japanese carmaker's local lineup to five vehicles. The 370Z is the sixth generation of the Japanese carmaker's Z-car line that made its debut in Japan and the United States with the 240Z in 1969. Since then the car has become something of an icon for Nissan with more than 1.7 million units of the series having been sold across the world. Introduced here for the first time, the 370Z will be taking on other high performance, imported cars the likes of the BMW Z4 and the Porsche Cayman in the Korean market. In terms of prices, the 370Z has its German competition beat hands down. At 56.8 million won ($45,800), the 370Z is at least 22.9 million won cheaper than any of the Cayman or Z4 models available locally. Porsche's website says that the Cayman fitted with manual transmission is priced at 85.26 million won while the Cayman S is priced at 98.61 million won. The price of the Z4 ranges from 79.7 million won-89.5 million won. With a 3.7-liter engine that generates 333 brake horsepower, the 370Z is also a step ahead of the competition in terms of power output. The Cayman S comes with a 3.4-liter, 6-cylinder engine that puts out 320 brake horsepower while the cheaper Cayman comes with a 2.9-liter engine with maximum power output of 265 brake horsepower. The gap separating the 370Z the two BMW Z4 models is even larger. The Z4 sDrive 30i is fitted with a 3-liter engine that puts out 258-brake horsepower and the Z4 sDrive 35i comes with a 3-liter twin turbo engine that generates 306-brake horsepower. Local competition Hyundai Motor Co.'s Genesis Coupe is the only sports car manufactured by a local carmaker and therefore the only comparable vehicle Korea has to offer.

Most Beautiful Cars 2009

1. Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione

With its teardrop windows, almond headlamps, billowing fenders and other quite organized details; the 8C is stunningly beautiful and sexy in its each and every look. The wheels of the 8C have already been ranked among the ten hottest wheels of the year. It features quite charming face metal while underhood looks as charming as its wrapper. Indeed, a nice option for those who want nice functionality with astounding amount of beauty.

2. Maserati GranTurismo 2009

Almost auto enthusiasts know well what prosodic fabulousness Maserati is quite habitual to offer, and there are only a few vehicles that can compete its Gran Turismo when it comes to beauty of a vehicle. It seems quite ahead in beauty and styling when compared to quite well-designed Aston Martin DBS that has front midship engine layout and long hood. It’s a real beauty for all those who can sense what beauty means for when it comes to autos.

3. Aston Martin DBS 2009

The new flagship DBS, which based on DB-9, is undoubtedly the most beautiful Aston that has ever been produced. But at the same time it is a lot more expensive as well with $260,000 price tag. In the body carbon fiber is really a dominant material and its classic proportions have been blessed with quite exceptionally edgy curves that all make a real gorgeous road star.

4. Aston Martin V-8 Vantage

If some reckons Aston Martin’s small V-8 Vantage a seven-eights-scale DB9, there is nothing wrong with it. It has almost the same size as of a Nissan 370Z, but it is quicker indeed and higher in price as well. We need to find how Aston can get off charging $80,000 for the V-8 Vantage? It’s quite easier to find as the V-8 Vantage is definitely a lot more beautiful with its short-deck and long-hood formula.

5.Pontiac Solstice Coupe

It’s a fact that most of beautiful cars are expensive, but the Pontiac Solstice Coupe 2009 seems to suggest this is not an exclusive domain for rich only. It’s definitely a lot more than a convertible Solstice that has quite sufficient sheet metal as well as cargo space. With its integrated rear flanks, a liftback window and a traga double-bubble top, the Solstice Coupe is a real beauty.

The biggest flaw of the Solstice convertible has been corrected with its hardtop. Though more and more are becoming a victim of credit crunch with every passing day, many may not resist to this inspiring beauty that will hit the market with $25,000 price tag early next year.

Most Beautiful Cars 2009

1. Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione

With its teardrop windows, almond headlamps, billowing fenders and other quite organized details; the 8C is stunningly beautiful and sexy in its each and every look. The wheels of the 8C have already been ranked among the ten hottest wheels of the year. It features quite charming face metal while underhood looks as charming as its wrapper. Indeed, a nice option for those who want nice functionality with astounding amount of beauty.

2. Maserati GranTurismo 2009

Almost auto enthusiasts know well what prosodic fabulousness Maserati is quite habitual to offer, and there are only a few vehicles that can compete its Gran Turismo when it comes to beauty of a vehicle. It seems quite ahead in beauty and styling when compared to quite well-designed Aston Martin DBS that has front midship engine layout and long hood. It’s a real beauty for all those who can sense what beauty means for when it comes to autos.

3. Aston Martin DBS 2009

The new flagship DBS, which based on DB-9, is undoubtedly the most beautiful Aston that has ever been produced. But at the same time it is a lot more expensive as well with $260,000 price tag. In the body carbon fiber is really a dominant material and its classic proportions have been blessed with quite exceptionally edgy curves that all make a real gorgeous road star.

4. Aston Martin V-8 Vantage

If some reckons Aston Martin’s small V-8 Vantage a seven-eights-scale DB9, there is nothing wrong with it. It has almost the same size as of a Nissan 370Z, but it is quicker indeed and higher in price as well. We need to find how Aston can get off charging $80,000 for the V-8 Vantage? It’s quite easier to find as the V-8 Vantage is definitely a lot more beautiful with its short-deck and long-hood formula.

5.Pontiac Solstice Coupe

It’s a fact that most of beautiful cars are expensive, but the Pontiac Solstice Coupe 2009 seems to suggest this is not an exclusive domain for rich only. It’s definitely a lot more than a convertible Solstice that has quite sufficient sheet metal as well as cargo space. With its integrated rear flanks, a liftback window and a traga double-bubble top, the Solstice Coupe is a real beauty.

The biggest flaw of the Solstice convertible has been corrected with its hardtop. Though more and more are becoming a victim of credit crunch with every passing day, many may not resist to this inspiring beauty that will hit the market with $25,000 price tag early next year.