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The new Volkswagen Touareg R50 is very impressive. Able to develops 350 PS of power and 850 Newton-meter of torque. The new Touareg will ranked among the most powerful SUVs in the world. The new Touareg R50 will produce 850 Newton-meter at a low 2,000 rpm. Meanwhile the turbo diesel was derived from the well-known ten cylinder with 230 kW/313 PS. Adjustments to its turbo charging and modified engine management enabled a 28 kW / 37 PS increase in power and a considerable 100 Newton-meter increase in maximum torque. The SUV just needs 6.7 seconds to reach 100 km/h and the top speed is clocked at 235 km/h. In terms of fuel consumption, the turbo diesel Touareg R50 is equipped with a particulate filter is a moderate 9.6 liters per 100 km on highway and 12.6 liters per 100 km at overall. Compare to Touareg V10 TDI, the fuel consumption values have remained constant. Read the rest of this entry »

The 2nd generation luxury crossover SUV – Infinity FX50 had been unveiled at the Geneva Auto Show. The Infiniti FX50 will become a next hit and are growing in popularity due do the US consumers looking for more affordable and cost effective car purchases in a slowing economy. The new crossover will go on sale in the United States and Canada in June 2008, with European sales beginning in the fall. Read the rest of this entry »

Toyota USA is extending its rust perforation warranty on affected model after responding to customer complaints about excessive corrosion on the frames of older Toyota Tacomas. Those models affected are from years 1995 to 2000, amounting to approximately 813,000 units. The warranty will cover trucks 15 years old, from each vehicle’s original date of purchase, with no associated mileage limits. The extended warranty will apply to trucks that were re-sold, so even third owners are eligible.

Owner of potentially affected trucks will receive letters starting mid-month informing them of the warranty, or they can visit a dealership for a free inspection. Do not worry, if the rust damage is found to be extensive, Toyota will either repair the truck or buy it back from the owner.