Whenever a new Porsche is revealed, the motoring industry sits up and takes notice of it. The Porsche Panamera has elicited much attention both from within the industry and also from the wider media community.
The model is one of the most eagerly anticipated in years and was finally revealed to the world at the prestigious Shanghai International Automobile Industry Exhibition recently. Initially the decision to unveil the vehicle away from Germany aroused some criticisms, although Marketing Executive Klaus Berning moved quickly to dilute these. He stated that the Panamera would amrk a new direction for the brand and just
Archive for April, 2009
Porsche Panamera set to cause a storm
Thursday, April 30th, 2009Domenicali – The season is still young
Thursday, April 30th, 2009The poor start which Ferrari have made to the 2009 Formula One season has been well documented. However, it was a relief for everyone at the Italian team when they claimed their first points of the season in last weekend’s Bahran Grand Prix. It is now believed that they can build on this and mount a serious challenge in the two titles on offer.
Speaking after last weekend’s Grand Prix, Stefano Domenicali stated that although the Italians would take the positives from the race, he did conceed that finishing in sixth position was the absolute minimum the reigning Constructor’s
Aston Martin reveal the new One-77
Wednesday, April 29th, 2009Whenever a new Aston Martin is released, there is always going to be some degree of excitement and a vast amount of media interest. This has been exemplified over the last few days as the covers have finally been removed on the eagerly anticipated Aston Martin One-77.
Valued at around £1.2m the latest offering from the British giants was unveiled to the world at the Concorso d’Eleganza in Italy. It was shown in complete and final form with a running gear complete with full interior.
Some people will recall that the prototype of the vehicle appeared for the first time at
Porsche considering Qatar investment proposal
Wednesday, April 29th, 2009Media reports over the last few days have suggested that Porsche are set to receive a financial boost by the Emir of Qatar. It has been widely accepted that the German giants have had their finances strained over the last twelve months and are considering allowing an outside body to buy a stake in the company.
According to reports, the Emir of Qatar has expresses his interest in this to Porsche and although the Germans have declined to comment on this matter so far, it is thought that they are assessing the offer and are looking in to ways in
First pictures of the new Ferrari 599XX released
Tuesday, April 28th, 2009Over the last few months, excitement has been building up over the release of the new Ferrari 599XX. Well, over the last few days this has been compounded by the first photo releases of the new supercar which debuted recently at the Auto Show in New York.
This has aroused a massive amount of interest in the vehicle, literally from all over the world.
One of the most exciting pieces of information which has been revealed is that the 599XX will embody something which Ferrari Engineers are calling the “Virtual Race Engineer”. Basically, this gathers sets of data from all the
Ferrari to open museum in 2011
Tuesday, April 28th, 2009It is a well known fact that Ferrari have a long and illustrious history. One of the reasons why the Italian brand remains one of the most well known in the world is the respect which many people have for it due to its history as well as present day successes.
Over the last few days work has begun on a spectacular development which will document every part of Ferrari’s history as well as including rare pieces of memorabilia along the way.
We recently brought news of the German car manufacturers Porsche, whose museum opened earlier this year with initial visitor
Ferrari secure first points of the season
Monday, April 27th, 2009Four races in to the new Formula One season and the Italian giants Ferrari have picked up their first points. Strange as it seems, this is true and many people are seeing this as a turning point for the season which is still in its early stages.
The well respected Ferrari President stated after the race that the awful start which his team had experienced was perhaps the “best medicine” for them in the long run as it drilled home the fact that despite the common perception, they are not infallible.
In a rare interview with the media on a race
Take advantage of the great outdoors
Monday, April 27th, 2009There are many advantages to owning a prestigious vehicle such as a new Aston Martin for example. These can be experienced both within a formal and an informal setting and are profound to say the least.
It is only when you experience one of these very special vehicles that you realise that you are investing in much more than just a car – you are truly investing in a lifestyle.
One of the great benefits of this is that it provides you with a great incentive to get out in the fresh air. Today’s society is dominated by items which enciurage
Consider your surroundings
Sunday, April 26th, 2009Recently we have brought you the story of Jay Kay’s new Ferrari and the damage which was done to it in the seaside resort of Aldeburgh, Suffolk.
Whilst the case will be incredibly frustrating for the singer, it does raise some important issues in terms of how you can ensure that your vehicle will be safe – particularly during the night.
Always make sure that the area in which you park your car is well lit and is ideally covered by CCTV cameras. The more signs there are up stating this the better as it will deter people from getting up
Pride results in loyalty
Saturday, April 25th, 2009One of the most prominent feelings which you will experience when you invest in a prestigious vehicle is pride. This will manifest itself in many ways – for some people this even involves a couple of sleepless nights, both before they are due to pick the vehicle up, and also when it is sitting outside at night for the first time.
This is natural and you do not feel any different to anyone else who has been in your position. Investing in a vehicle such as a new Porsche for example is an incredibly exciting thing and in many ways