2008 BMW M3

While in Europe I was immersed in BMW's and Audi's all over the streets. These were the cars of choice over there. This leads me to asking the question. Which one would you buy? 2008 BMW M3 or 2008 Audi RS4 ? That is thy the question. Contender #1: Audi stuffed a monster V-8 into it's hood producing 420 HP 0-60 approx 4.3 - 4.91 seconds depending on which magazine did the test drive. Contender #2 A disappearance in the last year and coming back in 2008 with a nose job(hood bump to contain the bigger engine) the BMW M3 with a V8 producing approx 420 hp as well. This car is so impressive compared to the last generation as it will be producing at least 115 more HP.

So far Audi has impressive performance with live numbers. Although my money will be on BMW as they have to much pride to just let Audi take it from them. The X-Factor that is finally coming to the states is the 2008 Nissan Skyline GTR! This machine is supposedly producing anywhere from 400 to 500 HP in a V-6 3.8 liter. 2008 400+ hp shootout should be very exciting.

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TECHART wins sport auto Tuner Grand Prix 2008

TechArt cars at Tuner Grand Prix 2008

The sport auto Tuner Grand Prix in Hockenheim is the world’s biggest performance competition in the car tuning industry. With driver Jörg Hardt at the wheel, TECHART won the 2008 competition with its 700 PS / 515 kW TECHART GTstreet RS, produced in small series based on the Porsche GT2.

With a lap time of 1.06,811 minutes for the short course of the Hockenheim circuit, the TECHART driver Jörg Hardt won the GT class . TECHART’s overall victory at the sport auto Tuner Grand Prix 2008 again demonstrated the company’s unique positioning on the car enhancement market.

The specialists from Leonberg-Höfingen were able to draw on more than 20 years of experience when preparing the vehicle and modifying the Porsche vehicles from Zuffenhausen. In order to participate in the sport auto Tuner Grand Prix 2008, the black/white TECHART GTstreet RS was required to obtain certification to prove the vehicle’s road-worthiness. It was also required to meet the specific requirements set by editors of the sport auto magazine.

In addition to its powerful TECHART biturbo engine, with an output of 700 hp / 515 kW at 7,000 rpm and a maximum torque of 860 Nm at 4,500 revs, the height-adjustable sports suspension and tires were crucial to securing success in this competition.

Kia Soul Caught Undisguised & Interior Shots

For the first time, we see the Soul's interior in full glory, sans any tapes or coverings. From the pictures, the interior looks to be high in quality compared to its targeted rivals such as the Scion xB and Nissan Cube. Taking into thought the Soul's estimated starting price of under $20,000 and we have an impending success.

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2010 Hyundai i20 (Getz)

Hyundai has released the first official image of the subcompact i20. Slated to debut at the upcoming Paris International Motor Show in October, the i20 will replace the Getz/Click/TB. Slotting between the i10 and i30, the i20 is designed with the European market, emphasizing build quality, comfort, and value.

Hyundai considers bringing i10 to US

Hyundai Motor India is currently studying its options to export the i10 from India to the United States. The i10 has been extremely successful in India and quickly rose to being the best-selling Hyundai in the country.

More images of Hyundai i20 surface before Paris debut

Hyundai has released more official images of the subcompact i20. Slated to debut at the upcoming Paris International Motor Show on October 2nd, the i20 will replace the Getz/Click/TB. Slotting between the i10 and i30, the i20 is designed with the European market in mind - emphasizing build quality, comfort, and value.

The Hyundai i20 rides on an all new platform. Its new styling is highlighted by the bold side creases and an overall European impression that cues the Opel Corsa. It will be offered with 1.2L and 1.4L petrol engines, a 1.4L diesel engine, and a new 1.4L common-rail diesel that will power the fuel-sipping i20 i-Blue. The i-Blue's eco-friendly diesel produces 89 bhp and 162 lb.ft of torque. It features a 6-speed manual transmission rather than the standard 5-speed manual, low-resistance tires, under-floor covers, aerodynamic changes, and low-friction engine oil. These changes result in an emission rating of 99g/km of CO2 and achieve 68MPG.

More details will be released when the i20 debuts at the Paris Motor Show on October 2nd. A three-door variant is expected to be released a few months after the five-door's debut.