New C30 with new touching Style and modern techniques…………

“Simply put, it rocks,” boasts the press release. Well, technically they were talking about the sound system, but we know what they meant.
Volvo has released media information for its new C30, which the company plans to unveil at the 2006 Paris Motor Show this fall. The hatchback has the distinction of targeting young singles and couples with “intense” urban lifestyles who look for vehicles with a certain look and driveability.
Among its perks are a 160-watt sound system, turbocharged 218 hp inline five, four sport bucket seats, and safety amenities aplenty.
Volvo expects to sell 65,000 units world wide per year, though the company has not released plans to sell the vehicle in the United States.
[Source: Volvo Cars of North America]
Volvo Car Corporation reveals first production photos of the all-new C30; will be unveiled at the 2006 Paris Motor Show this
September Irvine, CA (July 24, 2006) – The first official photos of the exciting new Volvo C30 were released today by Volvo Car Corporation. In preparation for the car’s global unveiling this September at the Paris Motor Show, the photos come just seven months after the C30 Design Concept was unveiled at the North American International Auto Show in early 2006
The edgy design of the C30 features a unique frameless glass tailgate, a confident stance and the broad shoulders that have become a Volvo design hallmark. The C30 will represent a new segment entry for Volvo. “The new C30 is an ambitious new car for Volvo,” commented Fredrik Arp, President and CEO of Volvo Car Corporation. “It is a car that aims for a group of young singles, or couples, with intense urban lifestyles. These people prioritize excitement in design and driving characteristics, and this car should suit their varied tastes perfectly.”

Global sales of the new C30 are targeted at 65,000 cars annually. Fully 75 percent of those sales are expected to come from Europe, with the largest markets being Italy, Germany, Spain and the United Kingdom. Volvo Cars of North America, LLC (VCNA), is currently evaluating the possibility of introducing the new C30 to the U.S. market.
All-new Volvo C30 design linked closely to Detroit Motor Show concept
The design of the production Volvo C30 is highly reminiscent of the C30 Design Concept that was unveiled to the automotive press at the Detroit Motor Show at the beginning of the year. The front clip retains its sporty, dynamic character with the aggressively angled headlamps and the low, wide grille. Viewed from the side, the distinct wheel arches and sloping roofline give the new C30 a fast silhouette, which is further enhanced by the design of the side glass. As expected with any modern Volvo, the shoulders of the C30 are powerfully rounded and are accentuated by the highly stylized lighting pattern of the tail lamps and glass tailgate. The available spoiler at the upper edge of the tailgate comes in two distinctive styles.
                                  

                                  “The C30 has plenty of muscles in a sporty and compact package,” noted Volvo Car’s Design Director Steve Mattin. “Anyone who recalls the Volvo SCC (Safety Concept Car) or the classic P1800ES will recognize the exclusive and convenient rear tailgate. The distinctive tail lamps ensure that no one will be uncertain about which car they are following.”

Sport bucket seats for four adults
The new Volvo C30 has room for four adults thanks to the two sport bucket rear seats with generous head and leg room. The rear seats are positioned slightly inboard to provide a feeling of space and exceptional outward visibility through the windshield. The space between the seats also makes the thin, visually floating center stack clearly visible through the glass tailgate. The folding rear seats really help meet the needs of the targeted customer’s active lifestyle.

                                  The interior program has been designed to meet the C30 buyers taste for personal choices. Even the base program offers the sporty T-Tech upholstery “The Volvo C30 is a very exciting car with emotional appeal. We anticipate that the C30’s youthfulness and dynamic design will catch the hearts and minds of people beyond Volvo’s traditional customers.” commented Anne Bélec, President and CEO of VCNA.

218 horsepower and 8.5-inches shorter than a Volvo S40

Putting 218 horsepower to the front wheels, the new C30 is powered by a turbocharged inline five-cylinder engine that produces 236 pound-feet of torque.
Measuring in at just 167 inches in length, the C30 is the smallest member of Volvo’s model range – an impressive 8.5 inches shorter than the Volvo S40 sport sedan while still retaining the 103.9 inch wheel base, which really pushes the wheels towards the end of the car. “A car that exudes muscular maneuverability must live up to the promise of its looks when you are behind the wheel,” said C30 project leader Håkan Abrahamsson. “Therefore, the C30 has a chassis that offers sporty driving characteristics, nimble handling and responsive steering.
Right out of the box, audio enthusiasts will appreciate the Volvo C30’s standard 160-watt stereo system. And true audiophiles can choose a Premium Sound system that closely matches the acclaimed system offered in the new C70, with a digital 5×130W ICE Power amplifier from Alpine®, Dolby® Pro Logic II Surround, and 10 loudspeakers from Danish loudspeaker manufacturer Dynaudio®. Total output for the Premium Sound System is an astonishing 650 watts. Simply put, it rocks.
Volvo’s legendary safety is well represented in the new C30
When it comes to safety, the new C30 is a true Volvo. Among other things, it will be available with BLIS (Blind Spot Information System), which helps the driver to identify another vehicle in the blind spot at the rear sides of the car.
The front end incorporates the same patented multi-steel structure as the S40 and V50. Combined with airbags and safety belt pretensioners, the C30 offers first class safety. But the C30 wouldn’t be a Volvo if it didn’t also include such standard safety equipment as the Whiplash Protection System, WHIPS, and a Side Impact Protection System with side airbags and the Inflatable Curtain, IC.
“The new Volvo C30 plays an important role in our push towards a volume of 600,000 cars a year. We are broadening our model program to make it possible for new, younger customers with an intense, urban lifestyle to choose a Volvo with the right appeal as early as possible,” noted Arp. VCNA, part of the Volvo Car Corporation of Gothenburg, Sweden, provides marketing, sales, parts, service, technology and training support to Volvo automobile retailers in the United States, and oversees Volvo operations in Canada, Mexico and Puerto Rico.
Volvo has been building cars with safety in mind for over 75 years. The 2007 Volvo Cars model line-up includes: the award-winning new S40 and its wagon counterpart the all-new V50; the award-winning XC90; the sporty S60 sedan – including the award-winning performance sedan – S60 R and the performance wagon version – V70 R; the all-new flagship S80 luxury sedan; versatile V70 wagon and rugged XC70 (Cross Country); and the new C70 convertible with its unique three-piece retractable hardtop.

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Mercedes Benz want some changes, with mid engine super car, for its 2008 model.

popularity of 360 Modena and recently launched Gallardo is worrying Mercedes Benz and they are up to launch their new Mercedes Benz P8 as a 2008 model. Well, mid engine super car segment is quite lucrative and Mercedes people do not want to fall behind.
Mercedes is focusing on taking its place between $370,000 SL 55 AMG and the $1 million SLR with its smaller, lighter, more focused mid-engine model in performance and price.
 2008 Mercedes Benz P8 is officially a concept, which means that the cost proposal is still under way, hence no guesses for the prices. Convertible is expected for the car with regular coupe. According to Mercedes boss Jurgen Hubbert, “We are looking at a mid-engine road car, but there is no decision on production.”
Any guesses for the prices. It might cost somewhere about $450,000 and could have a higher price tag then the cars it is going to compete i.e. Ferrari 360 and Lamborghini Gallardo. Whether this car will see the light of the day is not very clear. McLaren claims that the car has simply been delayed further than its projected 2007 instigated date.
 

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TOYOTA is going to Introduce new “YARIS 2007”exactly to fulfill the needs of modern age.
    

   Yaris Sedan         Yaris S Sedan            Yaris lift back

Ever wondered why great design has to cost an arm and a leg? Well, we asked ourselves that same question and came up with a great idea. Make that two great ideas. The Yaris Liftback and Yaris Sedan. Available MP3/WMA playback capability means the soundtrack to your ride will be composed from your favorite playlists. Need a little extra space? More center pockets, cup holders, console trays and map pockets provide enough space to please any pack rat. And Liftback’s available 60/40 split, reclining, sliding, fold-flat rear seat makes storage a moot point. With exceptional EPA gas mileage ratings — up to 40 mpg [2] highway, the car you can afford to drive is finally the car you actually want to drive.
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BMW has kicked off a top secret plan for a baby SUV – the X1 – to take on Toyota’s Rav4. The junior ‘X’ model will mix a 1-series footprint with the X3’s four-wheel drive. The four-seat X1 will run four- and six-cylinder engines, and arrive in showrooms in 2010. Photo above was sourced from carmagazine.co.uk.
BMW predicts that the mid-size SUV market will double by 2016. And the cheapest X car will be pitched at the largest sector of the market, targeting young families, active singles and empty nesters. Those punters want vehicles with a higher seating position, decent safety, extra space and a premium interior, but they are not obsessed with status-through-size and high-performance engines. Like its competitors, the X1 won’t be a hardcore mud-wrestler but a tall, pumped up estate, which majors on visibility and versatility.
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International Exhibition in Sweden (Date: 03-OCT-06 - 06-OCT-06)
Tekniska Massan, an exhibition related to the transport sector of Sweden. Tekniska Massan, International Exhibition in Sweden that unites all Sectors of the Motor Transport Industry. An incomparable opportunity to find diverse types of motors with the most advanced technology in the world.
Venue: (Stockholm International Fair Center, Stockholm, Sweden.)
International Auto Show-Anaheim (Date: 04-OCT-06 - 08-OCT-06)
International Auto Show-Anaheim, a mega show of automobile first time of its own in USA. It is an excellent platform for you to generate good business fortunes, unparallel exposure to automobile fraternity, cross-fertilization of ideas an opportunity to present your proposition to consumers.
Venue:(Anaheim Convention Center, Anaheim, California, United States of America.)
Transexpo-Poland (04-OCT-06 - 06-OCT-06)
Transexpo is the largest trade fair of the public transport sector in Poland in addition to being the only exhibition presenting public transport through such a wide range of products and services.
Venue: (Kielce Trade Fair Centre, Kielce, Swietokrzyskie, Poland.)
Australian Motorcycle Expo-Melbourne (Date: 06-OCT-06 - 08-OCT-06)
Australian Motorcycle Expo is a celebration of the history, the present technologies and the future advancements of the entire motorcycling industry. It will once again prove to be the heart of Australian off road racing with three major sporting events taking place.
Venue:( Melbourne Exhibition & Convention Centre, Melbourne, Victoria, Australia.)
Auto Salon-Katowice (Date: 06-OCT-06 - 08-OCT-06)
A mega show of automobile first time of its own in Poland. It is an excellent platform for you to generate good business fortunes, unparallel exposure to automobile fraternity, cross-fertilization of ideas an opportunity to present your proposition to consumers
Venue:( International Exhibition Center, Katowice, Slaskie, Poland)
Lyon Motor Show (Date: 08-OCT-06 - 16-OCT-06)
Lyon Motor Show, France’s leading motor show outside Paris, featuring the latest models from leading international manufacturers, alongside equipment and motor accessories
Venue:( Lyon Convention & Exhibition Centre, Lyon, Rhone-Alpes, France.)
Intelligent Transport Systems & Services Exhibition (Date: 08-OCT-06 - 12-OCT-06)
The 6th European Congress and Exhibition on ITS will be held on 8-12 Oct 2006 in Hannover, Germany, at the Deutsche Messe Exhibition and Congress Centre. The Congress topics will focus on the complex transport network, and will be enriched by demonstrations organised on a newly-built test track, which will show real applications at work.
Venue:( Deutsche Messe Exhibition & Congress Centre, Hannover, Germany.)
Autocomplex   (09-OCT-06 - 12-OCT-06)
Autocomplex provides an ideal platform to reach delegates and visitors from all over the multi million pound Fitting Stations and Equipment, Car Equipment and Maintenance, Garage & parking industry. With a large percentage of decision makers and influencers attending from both local authorities and the private sector, ensure that you have a presence at the industry’s most important event.
Venue:( Expocentr’ Krasnaya Presnya Fairgrounds, Moscow, Moskva, Russia.)
Autosound & Tuning Show    (Date: 10-OCT-06 - 13-OCT-06)
A mega show of automobile first time of its own in Ukraine. It is an excellent platform for you to generate good business fortunes, unparallel exposure to automobile fraternity, cross-fertilization of ideas an opportunity to present your proposition to consumers. It gives an opportunity to participants and operators of Ukrainian market to plan and to realize marketing and price strategy, to make contracts, to forecast activity and trends in the sphere of auto sound and tuning for the next year.
Venue:( Kiev International Exhibition Center, Kiev, Kiev City, Ukraine.)
Thailand Auto Parts & Accessories (Date: 11-OCT-06 - 15-OCT-06)
Thailand Auto Parts & Accessories, a mega show of automobile first time of its own in Thailand. It is an excellent platform for you to generate good business fortunes, unparallel exposure to automobile fraternity, cross-fertilization of ideas an opportunity to present your proposition to consumers.
Venue:( Bangkok International Trade & Exhibition Centre, Bangkok, Krung Thep, Thailand.)
 

Intermot Cologne (Date: 11-OCT-06 - 15-OCT-06)
Intermot Cologne is the International Trade Fair for Motorcycles and Scooters. It features displays of racing motorcycles, together with appearances by the personalities who ride them and trade stands selling motorcycles and related items.
Venue: ( Cologne Exhibition Center, Cologne, Nordrhein-Westfalen, Germany.)
AutoMotorShow Uzbekistan   (Date: 12-OCT-06 - 14-OCT-06)
It will be a forum where global auto brands compete with each other to offer the latest and best in every category, from an entire new generation of vehicles to state-of-the-art components. Besides personal cars, the outdoor exhibit area will also display commercial, heavy utilities, construction and earthmoving vehicles.
Venue:( Uzexpocentre, Tashkent, Tashkent City, Uzbekistan.)
Tbilisi Auto Show (Date: 19-OCT-06 - 21-OCT-06)
Tbilisi Auto Show has no analogies in the region. It has become one of the most successful events in the Automotive Business of the South Caucasus region. This is the best place to promote company on the new market of business opportunities with a total population 20 mln. people.
Venue:( Expo Georgia Fairground, Tbilisi, Georgia.)
Automobile Trade Show (Date: 19-OCT-06 - 29-OCT-06)
Automobile Trade Show is a mega show of automobile first time of its own in Brazil. It is an excellent platform for you to generate good business fortunes, unparallel exposure to automobile fraternity, cross-fertilization of ideas an opportunity to present your proposition to consumers.
Venue:( Anhembi Park Exhibition Hall, Sao Paulo, Brazil.)
ASA Praha (Date: 19-OCT-06 - 22-OCT-06)
ASA Praha aims to focus on the immense potential of the automobiles, other transportation modes, related services, auto-parts & accessories to cater for the requirements of automotive professionals.
Venue: (Prague Exhibition Grounds, Prague, Hlavni Mesto Praha, Czech Republic.)
Autoshow Praha (19-OCT-06 - 22-OCT-06)
Autoshow Praha, the international fair of passenger-cars and light commercial motor vehicles and automobile styling.This year the specialized AUTOSHOW PRAHA fair is the most prestigious and the most outstanding motorist action aimed at passenger vehicles in the Czech Republic and the biggest motorist fair in Prague.
Venue: (Prague Exhibition Grounds, Prague, Hlavni Mesto Praha, Czech Republic.)
Public Transport   (Date: 19-OCT-06 - 21-OCT-06)
Public Transport will focus on the complex transport network, and will be enriched by demonstrations organised on a newly-built test track, which will show real applications at work
Venue: ( Stockholm International Fair Center, Stockholm, Sweden.)
Auto & Automechanika St. Petersburg  (Date: 25-OCT-06 - 29-OCT-06)
Auto & Automechanika St. Petersburg is the event for the rapidly developing automotive aftermarket in the Middle East. The event covers the full range of parts for motor vehicles, as well as components for the drive, chassis, body, electrics and electronic groups, equipment for vehicle service and repair, bodywork repair and painting, tyres, batteries and performance systems.
Venue: (Lenexpo Fairgrounds, St. Petersburg, Russia.)
Automotive Testing Expo North America 2006 (Date: 25-OCT-06 - 27-OCT-06)
Automotive Testing Expo North America, a mega show of automobile first time of its own in USA. It is an excellent platform for you to generate good business fortunes, unparallel exposure to automobile fraternity, cross-fertilization of ideas an opportunity to present your proposition to consumers. Automotive Testing Expo North America 2005 represents the USA and Canada’s only dedicated trade show for automotive testing, evaluation and quality engineering.
Venue: (Rock Financial Showplace, Detroit, Michigan, United States of America.)
National 4X4 Show-Melbourne (Date: 26-OCT-06 - 29-OCT-06)
The National 4X4 Show gives visitors the chance to spy, try and buy the very latest in 4-wheel drive vehicles, accessories, safety and protection equipment, recovery and emergency gear and fully equipped camper trailers. Experts at the show provide free advice on the challenges of going off-road with a great range of 4WD destinations from around Australia, for the experienced enthusiast to the avid beginner.
Venue: (Melbourne Exhibition & Convention Centre, Melbourne, Victoria, Australia.)
Australian International Motor Show   (Date: 26-OCT-06 - 05-NOV-06)
The Australian International Motor Show is the flagship event for the Australian motor industry. Filling to capacity the 28,000 square metres of the Sydney Convention & Exhibition Centre at Darling Harbour, the show offers a line-up of all new, re-designed or upgraded production models and concept cars from around the world.
Venue: (Sydney Convention & Exhibition Centre, Sydney, New South Wales, Australia.)
MPH-Birmingham (Date: 26-OCT-06 - 29-OCT-06)
MPH-Birmingham is an up-close display of over 100 of the most fantastic prestige and performance cars on the planet - some of which you’ll never have seen before. It’s where you’ll find the latest high-tech gadgets and accessories for your car.
Venue: (National Exhibition Centre, Birmingham, England, United Kingdom)
Auto Africa (26-OCT-06 - 05-NOV-06)
Auto Africa is a mega show of automobile first time of its own in South Africa. It is an excellent platform for you to generate good business fortunes, unparallel exposure to automobile fraternity, cross-fertilization of ideas an opportunity to present your proposition to consumers.
Venue: (Expo Centre Johannesburg, Johannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa.)
Werkstatt West  (Date: 27-OCT-06 - 29-OCT-06)
Werkstatt West is The exhibition that puts new models at centre stage and features professional events, shows, excitement and fun. The only complex marketing tool that provides you the opportunity for multi-tier communication with consumers.
Venue: (Messe Essen, Essen, Nordrhein-Westfalen, Germany.)
Auto Mechanica Expo  (Date: 27-OCT-06 - 29-OCT-06)
Auto Mechanica Expo will offer a common platform for interaction between different sections of the Automobile sector. This Exhibition and conference will definitely create an awareness among the people who involved in the Auto Sector on latest technology in various stages.
Venue: (pectra Function Hall, Vijayawada, Andhra Pradesh, India)
The Classic Motor Show   (Date: 27-OCT-06 - 29-OCT-06)
The Classic Motor Show is the biggest and best show of its kind in the UK today. It is the flagship event for the UK motor industry. The show offers a line-up of all new, re-designed or upgraded production models and concept cars from around the world.
Venue: (National Exhibition Centre, Birmingham, England, United Kingdom)
Motorcycle Taiwan   (27-OCT-06 - 29-OCT-06)
Motorcycle Taiwan features displays of motorcycles, together with appearances by the personalities who ride them and trade stands selling motorcycles and related items.
Venue: (Taipei World Trade Center, Taipei, Taiwan)
Punjab Auto Show   (Date: 28-OCT-06 - 31-OCT-06)
Punjab Auto Show is an exclusive showcase of the indian & punjab Automobile Industry. The Indian Automobile Industry is undergoing rapid trasformation and is experiencing unprecedented growth. Punjab Auto Show will be a great place to present your exciting products, services, technologies. Your products will come alive in front of your target audience in an exciting one-to-one marketing environment on the floor of Punjab Auto Shows.
Venue: (Govt, Women College Ground, Ludhiana, Punjab, India)
Sema Show   (Date: 31-OCT-06 - 03-NOV-06)
The SEMA Show is the premier automotive specialty products trade event in the world. It draws the industry’s brightest minds and hottest products to one place, the Las Vegas Convention Center.
Venue: (Las Vegas Convention Center, Las Vegas, Nevada, United States of America)
AAPEX   (Date: 31-OCT-06 - 02-NOV-06)
AAPEX is the only platform addressing the trade in the Aftermarket industry in USA. This has been welcomed as a change compared to the other fairs which focus on OEM’s or mass consumer awareness and automobile sales. AAPEX will bring together the dealers of spares parts and accessories from all over the world and also the importers of the various segments related to the trade. It will put you in touch with the garage and maintenance sector.
Venue: (Sands Expo & Convention Center, Las Vegas, Nevada, United States of America.)

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