Cosmin Voicu
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When he grew just a little bit older, his father bought him a small bicycle with two small helping wheels. First ride, first wheel broken. He got older and it was time for his first and only mountain bike, which he rode mostly in the woods. After a while he decided it was time to study for his driving license. The rest, as they say, is history...
Favourite quote: “I don't know driving in another way which isn't risky. Each one has to improve himself. Each driver has his limit. My limit is a little bit further than others'.” - Ayrton Senna
Ford Reveals Increased Income in Q1
26 Apr 2011, 13:51 UTC · By: Cosmin Voicu / Following a major decrease in income during the last months of 2010, Ford managed in the first quarter of 2011 to boost their sales, reaching a net income of $2.6 billion (EUR1.78 billion) according to The Detroit Bureau. This increase in incom...
McLaren Plans Battery-Based Model for the Future
26 Apr 2011, 12:47 UTC · By: Cosmin Voicu / Following the introduction of the MP4-12C model, McLaren plans to expand its range of supercars with new additions, according to The Detroit Bureau. McLaren’s Managing Director, Antony Sheriff, explained that McLaren is set to meet the new...
Cadillac Intends to Build Rival for BMW 7-Series and Mercedes S-Klasse
26 Apr 2011, 11:32 UTC · By: Cosmin Voicu / Cadillac intends to build a rear-wheel drive luxury sedan on a completely new platform, and the name of this new addition will probably be Omega, if we are to trust the latest report from Car and Driver. For years Cadillac’s Sixteen c...
Mazda's Small Fleet Business Development Programme Extended
26 Apr 2011, 09:44 UTC · By: Cosmin Voicu / Since its introduction last year, the Japanese automaker’s small fleet development programme has enjoyed its share of success and, in order to continue this positive trend, Mazda has decided to extend it by an additional two years. Accordi...
Ford Confirms Parts Shortage for Asia-Pacific Factories
26 Apr 2011, 09:01 UTC · By: Cosmin Voicu / Ford has just entered the list of automakers who suffer from parts shortage supply due to the earthquake that hit Japan in March this year. According to Left Lane News, the American automaker plans to postpone production at factories in Taiwan, ...
Cadillac Earns Three Kelley Blue Book Brand Image Awards
26 Apr 2011, 07:28 UTC · By: Cosmin Voicu / For the 2011 KBB Brand Image Awards, American automaker Cadillac managed to score the most prizes, earning a total of three awards. Thanks to their flagship CTS model, Cadillac won awards for 2011 Best Exterior Design Brand, 2011 Best Comfort Brand...
Chevrolet Volt and Nissan Leaf Score Top Ratings in IIHS Crash Test
26 Apr 2011, 06:30 UTC · By: Cosmin Voicu / The 2011 Chevrolet Volt and the 2011 Nissan Leaf have completed their first crash tests, and the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS) have confirmed that the two models are good for front, side, rear and rollover crash protection. The f...
No Chrysler-Rebadged Lancia Ypsilon for the US
22 Apr 2011, 14:53 UTC · By: Cosmin Voicu / Chrysler refused the idea of bringing a Chrysler-badged version of the Lancia Ypsilon to the United States. According to Car and Driver, the decision to drop down the Ypsilon-based Chrysler was confirmed by Olivier Francois, head of Chrysler and...
The 2011 Mt. Washington Climb to the Clouds Race Is Back
22 Apr 2011, 13:34 UTC · By: Cosmin Voicu / The Mt. Washington Climb to the Clouds is back in action with another round for 2011. The legendary hillclimb was cancelled for 10 years, but now one of the best drivers are preparing to give a warm welcome for the return of the Mt. Washington Cli...
Bourbon-Powered Junk Car by Mickey Nilsson
22 Apr 2011, 12:47 UTC · By: Cosmin Voicu / With fuel prices rising like they are going crazy, a man from Kentucky probably came up with what is thought to be a solution to gas prices of today. According to The Daily Load, a 62 year-old man, Mickey Nilsson, of Bardstown, Kentucky, made a ...
MINI and Rock Band Kiss Raise Funds for UNICEF
22 Apr 2011, 09:42 UTC · By: Cosmin Voicu / In order to help fund global relief efforts, the British manufacturer MINI will offer for auction four Countryman models that feature the makeup alike and autographs of Kiss rock band members. According to Autoweek, just before Father’s Da...
Lexus to Keep Focus on Vehicle Quality
22 Apr 2011, 09:06 UTC · By: Cosmin Voicu / Lexus has just lost the title for the top luxury automaker in 2011 in the United States after being the leader for 11 years, but the head of Toyota Motor Corp.'s Lexus division isn't worried. According to Detroit News, the Japanese aut...
Team Lotus to Buy Caterham
22 Apr 2011, 08:19 UTC · By: Cosmin Voicu / Caterham will be sold to the Team Lotus concern owned by AirAsia entrepreneur Tony Fernandes. According to Autocar, the Kent-based sports car company, currently owned by former Lotus executive Ansar Ali and owned by private equity firm Corven Ve...
Scion Delays 2012 IQ Launch
22 Apr 2011, 07:21 UTC · By: Cosmin Voicu / Due to Toyota’s part supply shortages, the 2012 Scion iQ debut will be postponed. According to The Detroit Bureau, Scion blames Japanese part supply shortages from Toyota for the postponement of their iQ minicar. In Europe, the iQ model ha...
Toyota Recalls Models Over Airbag Sensor
22 Apr 2011, 06:41 UTC · By: Cosmin Voicu / Japanese automaker Toyota reports that it’s recalling two models in its range, the RAV4 and the Highlander. 214,000 RAV4 units, 94,000 Highlander units and Highlander HV models will be recalled for side curtain airbag issues. The models in...
$7.21M Aston Martin Sold in China
21 Apr 2011, 14:53 UTC · By: Cosmin Voicu / A limited edition Aston Martin was purchased for the price of $7.21million (EUR4,950,000) in China. The Aston Martin One-77 sold in China is one of the five models available on the market. The total number for the One-77 model that the British a...
Hyundai to Introduce Toyota Prius Rival
21 Apr 2011, 14:00 UTC · By: Cosmin Voicu / At a news press conference at the 2011 New York International Auto Show, Hyundai confirmed that it has plans to develop and introduce on the market two new models capable of 40 mpg (5.8 L/100 km) fuel efficiency. The new cars should debut in a c...
Volkswagen Scirocco R to Arrive in Australia In 2012
21 Apr 2011, 13:19 UTC · By: Cosmin Voicu / It’s finally official that the Volkswagen Scirocco R will arrive on the Australian auto market in 2012. The German carmaker confirmed for CarAdvice that the Scirocco R will soon be available in Australian dealerships. The car is going to s...
Bugatti Veyron Special Editions Unveiled in Shanghai
21 Apr 2011, 12:27 UTC · By: Cosmin Voicu / The Italian automaker Bugatti has unveiled two special edition models at the 2011 Shanghai Motor Show. The two models are called the Bugatti Veyron Super Sport Black Carbon and the Bugatti Veyron Grand Sport White Matt Blue Carbon. We must admit...
GM’s CEO Dan Akerson Explains Share Sales
21 Apr 2011, 11:23 UTC · By: Cosmin Voicu / Dan Akerson, General Motors Chairman and CEO, said that the US government is taking into consideration some factors in order to find the right time to sell its remaining GM shares. According to the Detroit Free Press, although GM had a successfu...