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So many car tint shops around, which one should I gor for? 2007-10-15 15:33:00 Most metropolitan areas have an abundance of tint shop choices. In the San Francisco area alone, there are 30 different tint shops
within a 30 mile radius. How does a discerning consumer choose the tint shop that does quality work? What is the difference between a "Dr. Tint" and a "Quality Window Tinting"?
CarMag.info suggests that you do a little research. First, compile a list of 5 potential
Some tips to help you find accessories for your prized Beemer 2007-10-22 01:01:00 You have worked and worked and worked some more, you have saved and sacrificed. You finally have it, the BMW that you have always wanted. Now, you want to take it to the next level and personalize it even more. It is time to accessorize. However, where do you begin? Follow these tips to find the right accessories for you and your car.
1- One of the best places to start your search for the right
Aston Martin DBS: Order today, expect it to be delivered in five years! 2007-10-26 14:46:00 The AstonMartin
DBS has sold out for the next five years, a report finds. Aston Martin
has reportedly received 1500 orders for the new DBS. According to Aston Martin, the company plans to produce 300 DBS cars a year, which equates to a five year waiting list.
Aston Martin CEO, Ulrich Bez, said that the auto manufacturer is researching new ways to increase production in order to keep customers Read more:Order
Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution X features as course cars for Japanese round of WRC 2007-10-26 14:20:00 Mitsubishi will use the Lancer Evolution
X as course
cars for the Japaneseround
of the FIA World Rally Championship (WRC) from 26th to the 28th of October 2007. It will run through all the demanding stages of the event ahead of the competitors to check track conditions making sure everything is ready for the 14th round of the WRC. The Lancer Evolution X will run in Group N specification and Read more:Mitsubishi
, features
Unveiled: The New BMW 1-Series Convertible 2007-11-02 08:20:00 BMW has announced the first details of the new BMW 1 Series Convertible
, the world's first premium convertible in the compact segment. Powered by four- and six-cylinder engines, from the entry-level 143hp 118i Convertible to the 'bahn-storming 306hp 135i Convertible, the open-topped 1 Series uses elements of BMW's EfficientDynamics program to deliver high-performance, economical and low-emission,
Getting smart when buying a used car 2007-11-02 08:19:00 I have always purchased my cars used. And each time, I got a great deal. Don't think I counted on luck, though - no way. There are a few "rules" for making sure you don't end up with a lemon.
Spending a little time now may save you serious money later. Check Consumer Reports on the safest cars out there. Looks are one thing, but don't ignore safety.
Go to a reputable car repair shop and ask if
Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution X breaks cover! 2007-10-31 06:21:00 Mitsubishi Motors Corporation launched the Lancer Evolution
X high-performance 4WD sedan, newest of the company's legendary vehicles at dealerships throughout Japan recently. Featuring a new platform, engine, and exterior and interior designs, the totally redesigned 2.0-liter model will carry a tax-inclusive price tag ranging from 2,997,750 Yen to 3,750,600 Yen in Japan. Models fitted with the Read more:Mitsubishi
, breaks
Now, they're known as Daimler AG 2007-10-31 06:11:00 Shareholders have decided on a new name for the recently split DaimlerChrysler. After counting the votes, the company's new name will be Daimler AG. In addition, Daimler's car division, formerly known as Mercedes Car Group will be renamed Mercedes-Benz Cars. The name change which encompasses Mercedes, Maybach and Smart was to honor one of the automaker's founders, Carl Friedrich Benz. The Benz
LF-Xh concepts hints at the next Lexus RX / Toyota Harrier 2007-11-08 10:40:00 Lexus announced that it plans to display two concept vehicles and six production vehicles at the 40th Tokyo Motor Show. The show will be open to the general public from October 27 to November 11 at the International Convention Complex (Makuhari Messe) in Makuhari, Chiba Prefecture.
As excitement begins to build for the upcoming Tokyo Motor Show, local big guns, Toyota
, add to the mix by Read more:Lexus
Are we looking at the next Toyota Alphard here? 2007-11-08 10:35:00 Toyota gave us an eye into their possible near-future, with the FT-MV concept car. Called a "first-class, new-generation minivan" by the company, this seems the most likely of Toyota's concept cars to enter production.
With several ideas packed into this mini-van, like second-row seats with automatic ottomans. The van appears to seat six with each passenger in individual seats, as opposed to Read more:Toyota
New Fiat 500 gets pimped up with KW Coilover Suspension V1 2007-11-08 10:31:00 The new Fiat 500 has won quickly the hearts of most of the people. The small car with its beautiful retro-style is already sold out in Italy and Fiat can satisfy the other markets only through extra production due to the great demand. KW automotive now makes the cute car become a go-kart in terms of driving characteristics through its coilover suspension Variant 1. The vehicle's level can be
Hamann rumbles with V10 “Thunder” 2007-11-07 10:58:00 Hamann, one the most experienced and competent references for the challenging BMW tuning takes a crowning moment with its BMW E92 modification program for the coupe, with changes to both exterior and interior design as well as underneath the hood beyond recognition. This awe-inspiring and definitely imposing coupe has been dubbed "Thunder
" by Hamann.
Hamann thought wherever a V8 engine can fit,
Nissan unveils all-new Skyline Coupe 2007-11-07 10:52:00 While everyone is focused on the upcoming Nissan
GT-R these days, the new SkylineCoupe
has its attractions too albeit in a modest way. The Skyline range has been on the market since 1957 (when it was made by the Prince Motor Company) and known as the Nissan Skyline since 1966 when Prince and Nissan merged.
The 12th generation Skyline is based on the Skyline sedan, which was released mid 2006,
Volkswagen introduces new Fox “Fresh” 2007-11-07 10:50:00 A compelling little city mobile, this version of the Fox comes with numerous. Only 3.82 meters in length, Volkswagen
's city specialist will now hit the roads in a version with a particularly attractive fittings package.
The extensive package for the Fox "Fresh" includes exterior fittings such as bumpers in the vehicle color and 185/60 R14 tires (for petrol-engined versions). Interior features
Mazda RX-8 now available with optional “Sport Pack” 2007-11-05 05:10:00 The revolutionary Mazda
RX-8 four-seater, four-door sports coupe is now available
with a new optional Sport Pack. Available for all models, the Sport Pack comprises Eibach lowered sports suspension, unique Bright Silver 10-spoke 18-inch alloy wheels, body-colored aerodynamic side skirts, a satin-silver fuel filler cap and dramatic body-side RX-8 graphics.
The Mazda RX-8 with Sport Pack can be
Mazda Roadster Prestige Edition 2007-11-05 05:07:00 Mazda Motor Corporation announced the launch of the special edition Mazda RoadsterPrestigeEdition
for the Japanese domestic market. Mazda's two-seat lightweight open-top sports car (known as the Mazda MX-5 in other markets) has been outfitted with premium features including black genuine leather seats and alloy wheels made by BBS Japan Co. Ltd. The Prestige Edition is available now at all Mazda Read more:Mazda
MG 7 launched in China 2007-11-05 05:04:00 Nanjing MG has officially launched the MG 7 series in China
. The new saloon, built at a state of the art production facility in Nanjing, retains the character of the former British-built MG ZT in terms of both design and quality. The models introduced to the Chinese market include three 1.8-litre variants of the MG 7, and a flagship version, named the MG7L.
The MG7 is equipped with a 1.8-litre
Audi goes metro for future A1 model 2007-11-11 21:16:00 All has now become evident as the wraps are taken off Audi's latest concept car at the Tokyo Motor Show. The Metroproject Quattro is a design study for the forthcoming A1, Audi's first entry into the hotly-contested premium sub-compact segment. But it would seem that there's more to this 'metro
politan' project, if you will, than meets the eye.
For this is a mean green driving machine with a Read more:model
Nissan GT-R: Packs the hardware and looks the business too! 2007-11-11 21:05:00 Nissan Motor Co., Ltd. has launched the Nissan GT-R which is a new multi-dimensional performance machine that lives up to the concept of "an ultimate supercar for anyone, anywhere, at anytime". The Nissan GT-R features a newly developed Premium Midship package, including the world's first independent transaxle 4WD developed independently by Nissan.
The Nissan GT-R was developed with a new Read more:Nissan
After "Thunder", HAMANN creates a "Cyclone"! 2007-11-10 10:41:00 The Porsche Cayenne enjoys great popularity with the customers. It's no wonder than, since the noble SUV combines power and design, HAMANN MOTORSPORT offers various modifications for Porsche Cayenne to refine it and to make it more individual. The most obvious alteration is the shapely and mighty envelopment fitted with the HAMANN wide body-kit "Cyclone".
The front view presents itself in an Read more:Thunder
GEMBALLA launches very limited series Mirage GT 2007-11-10 10:37:00 Porsche Carrera GT, one of the finest supercars had a limitedseries
production of roughly 1380 models. For owners of these completely sold-out vehicles, GEMBALLA gives the chance to top this exclusiveness. The Porsche customizing specialists transforms the Carrera GT into the GEMBALLA Mirage GT offered in an extremely limited series of only 25 models. More than half of this series is already
Volkswagen offers birthday bonuses for the VW Bus 2007-11-10 10:24:00 It is the most favorite car for mechanics and it is the prototype of family vans. It is a camper van perfect for travel and it has been for the last six decades. The Volkswagen
bus is ideal for all purpose and it easily copes with all today's challenges. As the all-round car from Wolfsburg celebrates its 60th birthday, the leading tuner of cars from the Volkswagen group offers a special Abt T5
Jaguar X-Type gets a facelift makeover 2007-11-17 08:00:00 The Jaguar
X-Type gets a fresh new look for 2008, along with a host of new features inside and outside the vehicle and a new automatic transmission in the acclaimed 2.2 diesel. With significant revisions including nearly 500 new components, the new generation X-Type retains all the original car's strengths, and adds some new ones of its own.
The new X-Type's exterior styling is significantly Read more:facelift
Taking a look at the new BMW M3 Sedan 2007-11-17 07:52:00 BMW raises the performance benchmark once again with the introduction of the 2008 M3 Sedan. Sharing the M3 Coupe's high-revving 414-horsepower V8 and balanced chassis that is designed to be "faster than its engine", the motorsports arm of the German auto maker, BMW M GmbH, is offering the most powerful, highest-performing M3 ever with four doors.
The all-new 2008 M3 Sedan and M3 Coupe that Read more:Taking
Presenting the new Citroen C5, looks great, albeit a little BMW-ish 2007-11-15 11:20:00 Citroen is making business and family motoring even more alluring as it lifts the wraps off the brand new C5 in Paris. Unveiled to the world in both saloon and estate versions, the new C5 benefits from a completely new approach by Citroen's designers who have combined Teutonic-like levels of quality, styling and handling with the highest standards of comfort, safety and in-car technology for Read more:little
, looks great
New Mazda 6 / Atenza debuts at Tokyo Motor Show 2007-11-15 11:14:00 The all-new Mazda
Atenza, soon to be introduced in Japan, was revealed by Mazda Motor
Corporation at the 40th Tokyo
Motor Show.
The all-new Mazda Atenza which is also known as Mazda6 premiered at the Frankfurt Motor Show held last month in Germany and was highly rated by journalists and visitors. Marking a quantum leap forward in blending driving pleasure with safety and environmental
On the roads now: All-new Honda Fit 2007-11-15 11:11:00 Honda Motor Co., Ltd. began sales of the all-new, completely redesigned Honda Fit (Jazz in certain countries) on October 26, 2007. The Fit has gained popularity as a small car that features outstanding packaging, excellent fuel economy, and advanced styling.
The second-generation Fit provide values which exceed customer expectations for a small car and to set a new benchmark in the highly Read more:Honda
It is out! The new Subaru Impreza WRX STi 2007-11-14 04:16:00 Fuji Heavy industries Ltd. (FHI), the maker of Subaru
automobiles, has announced the introduction of its all-new Subaru Impreza
WRX STI in Japan. The new WRX STI went on sale nationwide through Subaru dealerships today.
Advancing FHI's theme of producing the complete driver's car and embodying the essence of total driving control, the third-generation Impreza WRX STI has debuted with complete Read more:Subaru Impreza
Daihatsu OFC-1 Concept - A new take on the small droptop sports car 2007-11-14 04:14:00 Introducing a concept model that shows the future shape of an open sports car. According to Daihatsu, this is the car for adults who want to feel the wind as they drive.
The OFC-1 expresses the feel of a liberating, transparent canopy cockpit, and the familiarity of a flowing, smooth teardrop silhouette. Moreover, a glass top with liquid crystal sunshade used for the electromotive canopy-top Read more:Concept
Daihatsu HSC - The fuel sipping concept 2007-11-14 04:06:00 Daihatsu's HSC concept was revealed at Frankfurt Motorshow before the Tokyo Motor Show is a sleek looking vehicle which features double doors that eliminate the B-pillar. The A-pillar flowing into the headlight undercut is a design trademark of the current Move kei-car, so perhaps the HSC hints at the next Daihatsu Move's. Japanese concepts are known for their rather strange names that boggle the