April 2014 - Car Journals

Daimler-BYD’s All-Electric Vehicle DENZA unveiled at Auto China

April 22, 2014June 8, 2016 Car Journals

DENZA production model world premiere at Auto China in Beijing. DENZA combines Daimler’s renowned tradition and engineering expertise as a worldwide leader in safety technology and quality excellence with BYD’s leading battery technology. Hubertus Troska: “We deliver the safest, most reliable, and most convenient electric vehicle to our Chinese customers – designed, engineered, and produced for China, in China”. Thomas Weber: “The first complete vehicle that Daimler has developed together with BYD outside of Germany and undoubtedly one key pillar of our electric vehicle strategy for China”. Market launch in…

Nissan debuts Lannia Concept at Auto China 2014

April 22, 2014June 8, 2016 Car Journals

BEIJING, China — Nissan premiered the Lannia Concept at Auto China 2014 in Beijing, its latest sedan concept geared towards China’s rising “Post-80s” generation, the “balinghou.” The concept is the second model to be borne from Nissan’s design center in China, which opened the new studio in 2013. It features signature trademarks of Nissan’s next generation design, including the V-motion grille, boomerang headlamps, a distinctive kick-up pillar, as well as the “floating” roof. Taiji Toyota, head of Nissan Design China, says the Lannia Concept exudes “daqi” — a Chinese word…

The Audi TT offroad concept show car

April 20, 2014June 8, 2016 Car Journals

Study combines the sportiness of a coupe with the utility of a compact SUV Powerful and efficient e-tron quattro drive with Audi Wireless Charging technology Prof. Dr. Ulrich Hackenberg: “A glimpse of how we might imagine a new model in a future TT family*” The Audi TT offroad concept breaks the mold, combining the sportiness of a coupe with the lifestyle and utility of a compact SUV. The four-door model, which Audi is presenting at the Beijing International Automobile Exhibition, adds an entirely new expression to the Audi design language….

The new Mercedes-Benz S 63 AMG Coupé: Breathtaking and irresistible

April 19, 2014June 8, 2016 Car Journals

The new S 63 AMG Coupé is the latest dream car to augment the Mercedes-AMG model range. Exciting lines underpin this two-door model’s design. Dominance and sensual purity combine to lend the vehicle irresistible presence and effortlessly superior sportiness. Equally impressive is the combination of high driving dynamics, ambitious lightweight construction and groundbreaking efficiency. As the most powerful member of the BlueDIRECT engine family, the AMG 5.5-litre V8 biturbo engine is a paragon of poise and assurance. Boasting an output of 430 kW (585 hp) and 900 Nm of torque, the S…

2015 Hyundai Sonata Blends Confidence-Inspiring Driving Dynamics And Premium Design

April 18, 2014June 8, 2016 Car Journals

NEW YORK, April 16, 2014 – Hyundai today introduced its all-new seventh-generation 2015 Sonata at the New York International Auto Show. Following the incredible success of the outgoing Sonata, the all-new generation offers a more refined look through a new Fluidic Sculpture 2.0 design language, stiffer body structure, better ride quality, reduced noise, vibration and harshness and advanced safety and convenience features. Sonata truly democratizes the premium design and convenient technology of the Genesis sedan for the mid-size class. The new 2015 Hyundai Sonata will be built at the Hyundai Motor…

Green light for the Trofeo Abarth Selenia Europa

April 17, 2014June 8, 2016 Car Journals

19 and 20 April: first event of the season at France’s Paul Ricard race track in Le Castellet The race is part of the WTCC (World Touring Car Championship) platform The Trofeo Abarth Selenia Europe races will be broadcast on Eurosport in 59 countries 6 appointments of 2 races each in 4 countries: after Le Castellet, on May 25 in Austria at Salzburg, on June 22 in Belgium at Spa-Francorchamps, on July 13 at Mugello, on September 28 at Pergusa and the grand finale on October 26 with the classic…

Volvo Cars to unveil the ingenious S60L Petrol Plug-in Hybrid at the 2014 Beijing Auto Show

April 16, 2014June 8, 2016 Car Journals

Apr 16, 2014 – Volvo Car Group (Volvo Cars) will reveal the Volvo S60L PPHEV (Petrol Plug-in Hybrid Electric Vehicle) Concept Car at the 2014 Beijing International Auto Show. The ingenious petrol plug-in hybrid – an electric car, hybrid car and high-performance car all rolled into one – offers the driver an outstanding combination of dynamic driving pleasure and superb fuel economy. The production version of the S60L Petrol Plug-in Hybrid, with an exceptionally CO2-efficient 238 horsepower Drive-E petrol turbo and plug-in hybrid technology, will be launched in China early…