AutoAlert : Vauxhall Calibra

Set to debut at the Frankfurt Motor Show the stunning Vauxhall Calibra. The interior has a 2+2 cabin arrangement with the possibility of having GTC’s Flex4 arrangement, which allows the two seats in the back to slide fully forward, maximising boot space. Under the bonnet, power will come from a range of Astra-sourced engines, including a 157bhp 2.0-litre diesel and a 177bhp 1.6 turbo. A range-topping 2.0 turbo from the upcoming Astra VXR will kick out in excess of 250bhp. Potential rivals includes VW’s Golf-based Scirocco and Ford Capri. I have to disagree with Autoexpress's decision to include the Peugeot 308 RC Z in the list of potential rivals as I feel the 308 RC Z was engineered to take on the Audi TT which falls in the league of serious sports machine.

source : Autoexpress

AutoAlert : Hyundai Veloster Set To Arrive In 2011

Hyundai is planning to offer consumers a vehicle that can satisfy the speed demon in them without the frequent trips to the Gas station. Hyundai's president & CEO John Krafcik said the compact sports coupe will bear 70-80% resemblance to the Veloster concept which debut at the 2006 Los Angelas International Auto Show. He further added, "It might be doors or a unique roof or something with the hatch. But it won't be like anything out there before in the small car segment." Well we will take his word for now and expect something that will stun the automotive arena by then.

John Krafcik also quoted that the car will be similar in size to the accent & it will be fun vehicle to drive without compromising on mileage. Power is expected to come from a 1.6Liter four-cylinder with direct injection producing 140 horsepower with mileage figures touching 40MPG.To further entice drivers Hyundai will include a screen in the dashboard for that 'cool factor'.

Source: Edmunds Inline