The 2013 Infiniti IPL G Convertible had made its debut recently at the Los Angeles Auto Show. The IPL G Convertible exterior features integrated fog lights along with black finishers, round chrome exhaust tips, and sculpted side sills.

This model is only available in two exterior colors: Malbec Black and Moonlight White.

Performance

The Infiniti IPL G Convertible is powered by 3.7liter VQ37HR V-6 engine that generates an output of 348 horsepower and 276 lb-ft of torque, which is 18 horsepower and 6 lb-ft greater than non IPL models. This is mated with an electronically controlled seven-speed automatic transmission featuring Downshift Rev Matching and quick-shift DS mode that have magnesium paddle shifter and Adaptive Shift Control.

Design

The Infinity IPL G Convertible features an upgraded four-wheel sport brakes that includes four-piston calipers and 14-inch discs located upfront, and a two-piston caliper and 13.8-inch discs on the rear area. This model offers luxury features such as full leather trim with IPL logo embroidering on the seats and front floor mats, red-stitched steering wheel, aluminum pedals and footrest, and manual thigh extension and driver’s power torso and thigh support adjustment.

Interior

Other features include a 13-speaker Bose stereo, front seat headrest speakers, dual-zone climate control, Bluetooth Hands-free Phone System, and navigation with real time weather and traffic information. The safety features include supplemental front air bags along with seat belt sensors and occupant classification sensors. The back seats are installed with fixed head rest with rear Pop-up Roll Bars.

The Infiniti IPL G Convertible is set to hit the showrooms by spring of 2012.

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Even before the Los Angeles Auto Show, the Lamborghini Gallardo LP550-2 Spyder was revealed in an invite-only off-site venue on November 16, 2011, as part of several days of festivities surrounding the said event.

It is a convertible version of the rear-wheel drive Gallardo LP550-2 Valentino Balboni Edition.

Performance
The Lamborghini Gallardo LP550-2 Spyder is powered by longitudinally-mounted 5.2 liter V-10 engine with 550 horsepower and 398 lb-ft of torque mated to either six-speed e-gear or six-manual gearbox transmission. The six-speed manual gearbox is a standard feature, while the Semi-Automatic, Electronic-gearbox transmission system is obtained as an option. It is able to sprint from standstill to 100 km/hour in only 4.2 seconds, with the top speed reaching up to 317 km/hour.

Exterior & Interior

This model has a slightly lower weight than the previous Gallardo models weighing at 3,351 lbs resulting to 47-43 front-to-rear distribution. It has a low body profile with a ground clearance of five inches, which improves the dynamics of the car due to its low center point of gravity. Lamborghini Gallardo LP550-2 Spyder has a standard wheel of 19-inch units shod with Pirelli P Zero rubber.

The sophisticated features of this car include heated seats, front air conditioning system and a dual zone climate control. The standard safety features includes an anti-lock braking system, front dual-stage air bags and traction control. A wind deflector is installed behind the seats to make roofless driving less noisy.

The Lamborghini Gallardo LP550-2 Spyder is estimated to be in production by the summer of 2012 in the US. The price is expected to be a few thousand dollars more than the Valentino Balboni edition.

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Land Rover has now made a vehicle that’s more fuel efficient than ever, with a more economical and sleek design. The 2011 Land Rover Range Rover Evoque is catching a lot of attention from consumers worldwide that want an inexpensive luxurious sport utility vehicle with lower carbon emissions.

The creators of the 2011 Evoque focused on making this SUV as efficient as possible, without compromising on quality.

Innovations

A smart center console with an eight inch, high definition touch screen displays the navigation unit easily for the driver, while the passenger can simultaneously watch DVD movies or television on the other side of the split screen.

Rear seats also have the option of eight inch entertainment screens, include digital wireless headphones.

The driver’s seat is positioned slightly lower than other Range Rovers, allowing more headroom.

Performance

People looking at the 2011 Range Rover Evoque may also choose the type of engine they prefer, either the 2.0 liter Si4 petrol, aluminum four cylinder engine, or the 2.2 liter turbo-diesel engine with options including the 150 PS high fuel economy version.

As an example of how much more efficient these new designs are, the four wheel drive Evoque model with a 2.2 liter turbo-diesel 150 PS engine can deliver an impressive 50 miles per gallon. The engines are quieter than ever, due to the double-walled cylinder block and new twin balancing shafts.

Electric power assisted steering makes the 2011 Land Rover Range Rover Evoque more agile and responsive, even while handling at lower speeds in the city.

For the first time ever in Land Rover history, drivers can choose between the standard four wheel drive model to handle all terrain conditions and a new two wheel drive option for better fuel economy.

Exterior

A panoramic window option for the roof gives passengers a driving experience they’ve never seen before.

New combinations of materials such as aluminum and magnesium beams and panels make the 2011 Land Rover Range Rover Evoque more lightweight and economical; the slightly smaller frame also makes the vehicle more efficient by improving performance and reducing carbon emissions.

Overall, the improved efficiency and driving appeal are what make the 2011 Land Rover Range Rover Evoque stand apart, redefining the future of sport utility vehicles.

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The Volvo Corporation will soon launch to the public their newest and featured car this year. The 2012 North American Auto Show will be the grand stage for the 2012 Volvo XC60 Plug-In Hybrid Concept.

This new addition to the amazing cars of the company will surely attract car owners and enthusiasts. The Volvo XC60 is an electric car but this does not mean it is just your typical electric car.

Plug In Hybrid

This car is combination of a powerful car and a highly economical hybrid. It is the best recipe for a car that performs well and will help consumers save on fuel or gas.

Every single driver of this new car will be able to choose between how he or she will utilize the use of the car’s high performance gasoline or electric motor. The options got better and wider for future car owners with the Volvo Plug-In Hybrid Concept

Options

This car also offers a four cylinder engine that works just like any six cylinder unit. Just as Peter Mertens commented, he told people to stop counting cylinders in their car. A four cylinder engine will be the perfect choice especially since it helps reduce CO2 emission which is very harmful to the environment.

Multi Faceted Performance

The performance and driving experience with this type of car will bring car owners to a whole new reality. Get better choices with the 2012 Volvo XC60 Plug-In Hybrid Concept with a simple touch of a button. You’ll be able to choose between a pure, hybrid or power mode to ease your travel. The pure mode is when the car is powered by its electric motor. Hybrid mode is the preset setting whenever you start the car.

Pure Mode

The electric and hybrid engine works in tandem to give you the best driving performance without affecting the environment drastically. Power mode is where speed lies within this car. The electric motor and gasoline engine works together to give you that much needed speed in a car. Car users will surely be enticed by this amazing and efficient car from Volvo.

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Hyundai introduced an interesting concept vehicle at the 2012 Delhi Auto Expo. The concept infuses elements of crossover in an MPV (multi purpose vehicle) and is said to revolutionize the usage of interior space.

Hyundai has named the concept as Hexa Space Concept as it remarkably maximizes the passenger seating space with innovative design. However, within Hyundai the concept is known as ‘HND-7’.

New Design

The Hexa Sport Concepts imbibes the new ‘fluidic sculpture’ design language of Hyundai. Hexa space is relative small car with wheelbase of only 9 feet but manages to seat 8 passengers quite comfortably. The vehicle features hexagonal shaped seats which fit together like a puzzle in what is a truly innovative seating arrangement.

The door arrangement is also interesting where the doors lift out and then slide back to allow easy access to rear seats. One can manage the seating configuration in multiple ways with options of folding up centre seats or entire 2nd and 3rd rows for a variety of purposes.

The vehicle manages to dish out ample interior space despite being on a narrow platform, which is ideal for maneuvering the vehicle on crowded and narrow roads of India and other emerging markets.

Performance

The vehicle is powered by Hyundai’s Kappa 1.2 liter, 4-cylinder, turbo charged GDI engine. The engine would be matched with a 6 speed automatic transmission. While the engine looks small, it is expected to churn out great output through a turbocharge engine and direct injection and would suffice for the compact size of the MPV.

Hyundai has big plans for this vehicle in the emerging markets, especially in India where the vehicle makes lot of practical sense. The vehicle is targeted at the young urban families in their 30s and 40s for whom space and utility is of prime importance. However, Hyundai doesn’t have plans of launching the vehicle anytime soon.

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