The latest incarnation of the Fiat Punto has been unveiled, dubbed at the Punto Evo. The Evo is an update of the Grande Punto, which oozed Italian charm and the gorgeous looks of the car made it an instant hit. However, the Evo is even better.
The biggest difference can be found in the engine department. Fiat's eagerness to continue being the "greenest" car maker in Europe has inspired the unveiling of their Stop&Start range. This inovation turns the engine off whilst the car is stationary, and automatically re-starts when the clutch and accelarator is opperated. The idea behind this is that it will save petrol and reduce CO2 emmissions.
Fiat has also invested heavily in their new 'Air' engines, which use electrohydraulic valves that can be controlled far more precisely than standard mechanical valves. The result: more power for less effort, with improved petrol consumption.
The interior of the Punto has also under-gone a huge transformation. High quality materials have been used that are designed well and feel sturdy; enhancing the feeling of a much more expensive car that it actually is.
Overall, the Punto is a beautiful car; inside and out, with a great range of fuel-efficient engines. This isn't to say there aren't flaws - such as the speedo dials being a tad on the small side - but so does every other car.
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