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The new Volkswagen CC will be revealed to the public in a world premiere
at the 2011 Los Angeles Auto Show (November 18 to 27). The market
launch phase begins shortly thereafter. Volkswagen will first offer the
new CC in Germany in February 2012, then in stages across Europe,
America, Russia, China (local version starting in 2013) and all other
sales regions relevant to this vehicle class.
With new front and rear styling, the new perfected Volkswagen CC
makes an even bolder move towards the automotive luxury class. Its
extended range of standard features has become more exclusive as well;
they now include new bi-xenon headlights, static cornering lights and a
new LED tail light design. Also standard: fatigue detection, RCD 310
radio-CD system, stainless steel door sill plates and safety head
restraints with additional longitudinal adjustment (front seats).
The Volkswagen CC will be powered by innovative petrol and diesel
direct-injection engines; all of the diesels (TDI) are equipped with a
Stop/Start system and battery regeneration mode (for recovering braking
energy) as standard. All petrol engines also have battery regeneration
functionality. The TDI engines output 103 kW / 140 PS and 125 kW / 170
PS. The petrol engines of the European CC versions develop a sporty 118
kW / 160 PS, 155 kW / 210 PS and 220 kW / 300 PS of power. In the USA,
the Volkswagen will once again launch with petrol engines that output
147 kW / 200 PS (TSI) and 206 kW / 280 PS (FSI). All engines go to work
with excellent efficiency. A prime example is the 140 PS TDI. Together
with a manual six-speed gearbox, its combined fuel consumption is just
4.7 l/100 km (equivalent to 125 g/km CO2).
Built using a rugged Toyota Tacoma
4×4 pickup equipped with a V6 engine and TRD supercharger that
generates 304 horsepower, the truck was customized by Smithbuilt to be a
Surfing Big Wave Assault Machine. Additional performance modifications
include a Flowmaster stainless steel exhaust, an Icon stage 3 lift kit,
Billet top A arms, new leaf springs for added height, a new front
coilover system, and Walker Evans 17 x 8 bead lock wheels with a flat
black finish mounted to BF Goodrich 285/75-17 all-terrain tires.
Inside modifications include Wet Okole Hawaii custom embroidered seat
covers, Topstitch interior modifications on the door panels, head liner
and carpet kit throughout, a Kicker sound system and an Oakley icon.
This unique Toyota Tacoma is a surfer’s dream as it is equipped with a
purpose-built roof racking system for heavy hauling and can be accessed
with ease for surf bag stowage and multiple board storage. The truck
bed system, which has a lot of storage for wet suits and other
equipment, also comes with an ice chest and barbeque grill. Meals and
cold drinks can be enjoyed under a shade system that is equipped in the
back of the roof rack system. Living comfort is also achieved with and
integrated shower system. Illumination is supplemented with Vision X
lighting in the bed and front driving lights.
Built on a Toyota Tundra full-size pickup, DC Shoes used valuable
feedback from their Motocross athletes to help create a truck that had
everything a rider needs to make an event trip easier. They took this
input and passed it along to West Coast Customs who performed the build.
West Coast Customs used a Tundra Double Cab 4×4 equipped with the
powerful 5.7-liter V8 and six-speed electronically-controlled
transmission with intelligence. The truck also features Tundras standard
bed and is a certified Flex Fuel vehicle.
An array of modifications were built into this special Tundra
enabling it to tackle the roughest terrain and it’s equipped with
everything a Motocross rider requires. Modifications include a
suspension lift from Camburg Racing, shocks by Fox Racing, KMC 18 x
9-inch wheel mounted to General 35 x 12.5 x 18 tires, custom
rough-texture paint by Line-X, a roof rack that can also be used as a
viewing deck, fold-up bed sides, a suicide tailgate, a gas pump and
water pressure washer located in the bed, an air compressor, a winch to
load bikes, a hidden ramp, custom embroidered interior and much more.
Toyota will display a pre-production Tacoma Toyota Racing Development
(TRD) T|X (Tacoma Extreme) limited edition pickup truck at the 2011 SEMA
Show in Las Vegas.
The T|X Baja Series is currently undergoing final testing for
application on both the Tacoma Access and Double Cab 4×4 models equipped
with the TRD Off-Road Package. Expansion to include PreRunner models is
also being considered. The Tacoma T|X Baja Series is equipped with a
4.0-liter V6 engine with either six-speed manual and five-speed
automatic transmissions. In addition to an electronically-controlled
locking rear differential, Active Traction Control (A-TRAC), Hill-Start
Assist Control (HAC) and Downhill Assist Control (DAC) currently
equipped on the TRD Off-Road package, the limited edition T|X Baja
Series adds BF Goodrich T/A KO tires (LT265/70R16) and bead-lock style
off-road wheels with an exclusive Gun-Metal Gray finish, TRD Cat-back
Exhaust, increased front ride height of nearly two inches and unique
Baja Series graphics.
The front suspension has been upgraded to include 60mm piston
Bilstein race shocks with TRD coil springs that feature a protective
zinc plated body and a one inch increase in wheel travel. The rear
suspension is equipped with 50mm piston Bilstein race shocks with a
remote reservoir to increase shock oil capacity for greater heat
dissipation and damping sensitivity. The rear shocks also include a
zinc-plated body and a 1.5-inch increase in wheel travel. Additional
information about the Baja Series, including pricing and ordering
information will be available in early 2012.
The T|X Baja Series will be part of a 2012 Tacoma
line that is updated with a restyled front end and a refreshed interior
in all models. Exterior changes include a redesigned hood, grille,
headlamps and front bumper, among other changes. Inside, Tacoma has a
new center-instrument panel design with a revised gauge cluster, along
with a new steering wheel. A redesigned center stack adds new air
conditioner/heater controls and power point locations.
All Tacoma T|X Baja Series models will be built exclusively at Toyota
Motor Manufacturing, Texas (TMMTX) in San Antonio and are scheduled for
launch in late spring 2012.
The Peugeot 208 gives form to and refines the new aesthetic codes of the
Marque. ‘Floating’ grille, light signature, ‘boomerang’ rear lamps –
each detail is designed in complete harmony with the balance of the car,
structured by a ’spine’ the impression of which is even visible on the
roof. Sculpted, athletic, pure and sophisticated, its style projects the
Marque towards a renewed and attractive modernity, suggesting
sensuousness and energy, smoothness and mischief. The two body styles
have been given entirely different treatments, with the style of the
quarter panel of the three-door version recalling one of its illustrious
older siblings.
The Peugeot 208 comes with five models, four of which are equipped
with the new generation Stop & Start System (e-HDi), the diesel
range starts at 87g/km of CO2 (delivering fuel economy of 83.1 mpg) and
never exceeds 99g! The Peugeot 208 introduces a new range of 3-cylinder
petrol engines, 1.0- and 1.2-litre VTi, which are particularly
efficient, with a range starting at 99g/km of CO2 (delivering 65.7mpg).
The new Peugeot 208 will be launched in mainland Europe in the spring and for the UK in the summer of 2012
