The German concern Daimler has decided to introduce a new special version of its urban mini-car Smart Fortwo, which is distinguished by unique color combinations both outside and inside. Called Smart Fortwo Greystyle is available in coupe and convertible versions, and engines that are available with petrol power 71 and 84k.s., the first has a start / stop system. Outside the car is dull gray in color, combined with yellow lids on the side mirrors and 15-inch alloy wheels. The interior is a combination of high quality fabric and nappa marl, again appear yellow accents. In the standard equipment of the Smart Fortwo Greystyle mats come with a special version of the logo, MP3 compatible audio system, electric power steering, heated seats and more. Greystyle special version of the Smart Fortwo is now available in Germany, and there begin the price of 16 135 euros.

Perhaps you remember the model Corrado, Volkswagen produced in that period 1988-1996. He had time for his exceptional qualities and characteristics, but has not proved particularly successful and achieved only 97 521 sales. Currently no information has appeared that the German corporation intends to revive the Corrado, but it is not prevented by designer Patrick Motsarski Miranda Media to offer his vision for a modern interpretation of the model. By computer imaging shows that Patrick has kept certain lines and styling elements from the original Corrado, but it has given a modern look and the front of the car now resembles that of the revived Scirocco.

Opel will present the forthcoming exhibition in Geneva a new concept car, whose first teaser was released today. According to preliminary data model will be called Flexitreme GTE and is equipped with a hybrid system of Opel Ampera. According to Press Releases in this concept the company aims to open up prospects for the development of many new features which will continue to distinguish the brand – this study combines expressive and appealing design with precision design in Germany in order to meet the environmental challenges of the future. With its combination of design, environmental innovation and alternative propulsion, the conceptual model of the Opel demonstrated that the size and comfort need not necessarily be the sacrifice of efficient propulsion and environmental performance. In addition to this concept of the Opel stand in Geneva will present several models. We know these are electric Ampera, which however has received some improvements, and long mileage, the new generation Meriva, revealed at the beginning of the year and refreshed Corsa.

Citroen showed the showed pictures and information about the initial concept DS High Rider, which will debut at the exhibition in Geneva in March and its base will be created serial DS4, expected to be available in 2011. DS High Rider uses the platform model C4, as its dimensions are 4.26 m length, 1.82 m width and 1.48 m height. Lines of the design concept are similar to those of the first DS model, namely the DS3. The prototype, which will be seen in Geneva has a hybrid drive system consisting of Hdi diesel engine with particulate filter and an electric motor, located on the rear axle as the vehicle can not move fully and electricity. Currently not reported by Citroen What are the technical characteristics and dynamic parameters of the concept of DS High Rider, but they are expected to be revealed before the premiere of the car in Geneva.

Although in 2012. the market will show a seventh-generation Volkswagen Golf, the same year the German company will launch a cabriolet version and of the Golf 6. According to information, the vehicle will have four seats, and active soft roof bars that will pop up in any roll, but will his trunk has a capacity of 300l. The new Golf Cabrio will also boast a system similar to AIRCAP Mercedes E-Class Cabrio, whose function is to stop air flow to the rear passengers. Convertible will be offered the same set of engines as the hatchback. These are the petrol 1.2 TSI (105 h.p.), 1.4 TSI (122 h.p.) and 2.0 TSI (211 h.p.) and diesel 1.6 TDI (105 h.p.) and 2.0 TDI (140 h.p.). Have the potential to be introduced BlueMotion modification.

First Photo spread Toyota’s updated RAV4, which will debut at the exhibition in Geneva next month. From the photos it appears that the front of the car has received a new bumper, grille, headlights and fog lamps. It is also known that the Toyota RAV4 will have a redesigned interior and will be available with the new engine line, Optimal Drive. Specific information about aggregates and their characteristics is not reported. Toyota will use the exhibition in Geneva, to show more hybrid modification of a renewed Auris, and debuted in October at the Tokyo model FT-86, jointly developed with Subaru.

The German company Audi introduces two special packages for top model RS6, which are called Plus Sport Plus Audi Exclusive and includes a number of cosmetics and accessories, as only 500 cars will be equipped with them. Both packages come carbon kit for engine compartment, 20-inch wheels, five-spoke design, sports suspension and a metal plate in the interior, inscribed with a serial number. Audi RS6 Plus Sport includes dress in leather instrument panel and center console, and special mats with the logo RS6. Plus Audi Exclusive When do customers will have the choice of an exclusive exterior color, high-quality leather upholstery and decorative inserts. Prices and packages Plus Sport Plus Audi Exclusive for Audi RS6 in Germany were € 3 250 and € 8 130, which is about 50 percent cheaper than if you order extras separately.

As we announced at the forthcoming exhibition in Geneva, unless renewed RAV4, Toyota will display and modification of the hybrid model Auris, which earlier today, the Japanese company photo spread. Auris HSD is based on the eponymous concept debuted at the Frankfurt Motor Show last autumn and will be the first hybrid model of Toyota, which will be produced in Europe. The car will appear at dealers in the Old Continent in July and will be able to run and in pure electric mode. By the Japanese company has not disclosed details of its hybrid system, but hard to speculate that it would be identical to that of the Prius Plug-in Hybrid. We remind you that this Prius has a 1.8-liter gasoline engine with a power 97k.s., advanced electric motor and lithium-ion batteries, rechargeable in a standard household contact for 1.5 hours.

In the spring market will emerge refresh sedan, coupe and convertible in BMW M3, which can boast a new sports package Competition and start / stop system of the engine. According to the Bavarians, the availability of start / stop system reduces fuel consumption by about 8%, and CO2 exhaust emissions – by about 24gr/km. In sedan and purchase cost is 11.2l/100km. When the transmission is 7-stage double clutch and 12.4l/100km. If the unit is combined with six-speed manual gearbox. Both convertible when it is 0.3l/100km higher. Competition sports package will be available only in sedan and the passenger compartment, as it includes carbon front lip, roof spoiler and rear lower suspension specially optimized program stability control and 19-inch wheels. The engine of the BMW M3 has remained the same – 4.0-liter V8 with a power 420 h.p. It compartment sedan and accelerate from 0-100 km/h for 4.8 sec and a convertible – for 5.3s ec while the maximum speed in any form has a limit of 250 kilometers per hour.

The British company Lotus introduced the revised version of its most popular model Elise. The car has received the cosmetic changes and a new 1.6-liter engine of the Toyota. Front of the Elise has a new bumper, air intakes which are enlarged, while the headlights are LED lights built daily. Have changed the rear bumper and the shape of the lid over the engine as a cosmetic freshening ends with wheels. Modification of the base Elise, which is marked with the letter “S”, will now rely on a new four-, 1.6-liter engine of the Toyota, equipped with systems and Valvematic Dual VVT-i. The unit has a power 136 h.p. as it accelerates the car from 0-100 km/h about 6 seconds. The engine of the Elise R Elise SC and remains the same 1.8-liter, which in the first case, it is a power 189 h.p., where turbo-version – with 217 h.p. The company also reported that stressed energy efficiency and exhaust emissions, but without indicating specific indicators.