Car News
Nissan Launches Self-healing iPhone Case
Nissan will launch a must-have kit that doesn’t target vehicle owners as you might think, but people who own iPhones.
We are talking about a self-healing iPhone case called the Nissan Scratch Shield which uses an innovation from the auto industry : the self-healing paint finish. This paint technology applied to the iPhone case allows fine scratches to quickly mend themselves, and also makes the phone easier-to-grip.
Video: Dual Power Windows Offer Optional Tint
No matter what part of the world you live in, in most places, having tinted front windows is illegal. That doesn’t mean you don’t get to see cars having tint on the front windows, but lets just say those guys are willing to pay the price for their insubordination.
That is unless you come up with a solution like this Lada/VAZ owner did and install two windows on each of the front doors, with one of the windows wearing tint and the other left clear. This way you can choose between a law complaint look or a mysterious appearance depending on how you feel or the area where you want to cruise.
Mercedes S Class Cabrio
It sound like Mercedes is planning to expand its S Class lineup with the addition of a 4-door cabrio model that will complement the existing sedan version.
At least this is what a number of automotive websites are reporting based on a recent report that surfaced in the UK. Apart from the S Class Cabrio, the German company is also reportedly working on a new long wheelbase version S Class that will fill the gap left by the outgoing Maybach plus a coupe version S Class which will replace the currently ongoing CL.
Pininfarina Cambiano 2nd Teaser
Pininfarina has offered a sneak peak at their Cambiano concept last week, now the teasing continues with a second image that shows the upcoming concept from the side.
This new image partially reveals the wheels, the bonnet and the side panels, but there is still to little to work with in order to get a mental picture of that the whole vehicle looks like.
TIKT Chevrolet Corvette C6 ZR1
With its 648 PS and 810 NM of torque, there is no arguing that the Chevrolet Corvette C6 ZR1 is a machine that plays in the super sportscar league, but what happens when you have a German tuner such as TIKT who think there is still room for improvement.
Well for starters the above mentioned figures rise to 769 PS and 910 Nm of torque thanks to a number of upgrades that include modified cylinder heads, camshafts, strengthened valve springs, modified compressor ratios, a larger throttle valve and a custom exhaust system.
Lexus LFA Roadster Surprise Debut
Despite previous reports that were mentioning the fact that Toyota has decided to abandon the development of a roadster version Lexus LFA, a video that shows just that, an open top LFA, has just popped up on YouTube.
A white, roadster version LFA surprised the crowds with its appearance at the D1GP Kick Off Drift event that took place just outside the venue where the Tokyo Auto Salon was hosted. The vehicle which could be only a one-off custom job, did a couple of drifts on the circuit, and the reason we say that is due to its roll-bar seen behind the rear seats.
2013 Kia ceed hatchback: new photos
Kia has offered a peak at the next generation Ceed last week when it published a single photo that showcased the upcoming model from the front. Now their are completing the preview by showing the new 5-door hatchback from the side and from the rear, so we pretty much know what to expect at the 2012 Geneva Motor Show, the place where the new Ceed will have its debut.
The 2013 Kia Ceed will go on sale in Europe shorty after its premiere in the Swiss Capital, and apart from a refreshed exterior, the car will also feature a better interior with a driver oriented dash and higher quality materials.
Custom Toyota iQ, Yaris and GT 86 models at 2012 Tokyo Auto Show
Toyota will have a strong presence at this year’s Tokyo Auto Show, with the Japanese automaker presenting a total of 15 cars among which visitors will find the GRMN tuned Concept based on the iQ and Yaris models, the TRD and Modellista versions FT 86 and the Gazoo Racing GT-86 which competed in the Nurburgring 24 hours race in 2011.
The GRMN (Gazoo Racing tuned by MN) will showcase a second-generation iQ supercharger prototype powered by a 1.33-litre engine delivering 128 bhp (95 kW) and 180 Nm of torque. This engine which was previously used in the iQ 130G MT will be linked to a close-ratio 6-speed transmission and the car will also be equipped with a body kit, sports seats, 16 inch wheels, upgrades brakes, a sports suspension and a tuned dual exhaust system. This prototype will spawn a production model which will be limited to 100 units.
2013 Mercedes ML63 AMG Price
Daimler has announced the 2013 Mercedes ML63 AMG price today and also told us what its 5.5-litre V8 biturbo engine is capable of in terms of performance, consumption and emissions.
The ML63’s new V8 engine is capable of unleashing 525 HP (386 kW) and 700 Nm of torque (or 557 HP / 410 kW and 760 Nm with the optional AMG Performance Package) figures which enable the sporty SUV to accelerate from 0 to 100 Km/h in 4.8 second and 4.7 seconds respectively, and hit a top speed of 250 Km/h (electronically limited).
Lorinser 2013 Mercedes SL Announced
German tuner Lorinser has recently published an initial sketch which announces an upcoming styling package for the 2013 Mercedes SL.
Of course it will still take a while before this package becomes available, considering that the new generation SL, which premiered at the 2012 Detroit Auto Show is not even on sale yet.
The kit gives the 2013 Mercedes SL a new front fascia with bigger ai intakes, prominent daytime running lights and a massive Lorinser badge that replaces the stock three pointed star emblem.