Car News
Lamborghini Aventador pushrod suspension
As the next Lamborghini supercar which will most probably be called the Aventador, is approaching its debut day (Geneva Motor Show in March), the Italian manufacturer is releasing details with some of the mechanical features that have been improved on this Murcielago replacement.
To be more specific, Lamborhini says the Aventador will use a pushrod suspension, featuring a unique damper concept inspired by Formula 1 in order to deliver race-car precision.
2012 Acura TL announced
Accura has announced that they will debut the 2012 TL at this year’s Chicago Auto Show, which starts on February 9.
In 2011 the Acura TL received the ALG Residual Value Award for Best Near Luxury Car, which ‘enhances its position in the segment with aggressive, yet refined styling and performance.’ although many have said this current generation model had suffered due to its design.
Techart GrandGT Porsche Panamera Carbon
Techart is introducing a new range of individualization elements for their Techart GrandGT Porsche Panamera program, but instead of carbon fiber reinforced plastic, the German tuner is now using real carbon fiber.
These components are strong and help in keeping weight down, and on Techart GrandGT Porsche Panamera we are referring to the front apron, front grill insert and splitter, air ducts, rear diffuser and the rear spoiler.
Porsche 911 Black Edition
Porsche is launching a limited series model based on the 911 Carrera Coupe and Cabriolet, called the Black Edition.
With power provided by a 3.6-litre engine packing 345 HP (254 kW), the Porsche 911 Black Edition features a black painted exterior as standard (optional basalt black metallic) and 19 inch 911 Turbo II bicolor wheels with black painted four-piston aluminium monobloc callipers sitting behind them.
Video: Renault Megane 250 Cup vs R26R
This next video from AutoExpress creates a new vs old battle in which the Renault Megane 250 Cup is tested against the previous generation R26R, from which it takes most of its personality, on a twisty road track.
We’ll let the footage do the talking, but before hitting play, here are the some performance figures and specs for both these hot hatches.
Chevrolet Camaro SS Black Cat
Custom wheel manufacturer Felge has created a tuning program for the Chevrolet Camaro SS called the Black Cat which features a considerable power boost.
The visible exterior changes are marked by the massive 22 inch stainless steel alloys wrapped in 265/30-R22 and 295/25-R22 tires while under the skin the Chevrolet Camaro SS Black Cat has also received a set of new coilovers from H&R in order to improve the car’s driving dynamic.
Citroen DS4 price
The Citroen DS4 price for the European market was announced, with customers now able to place their orders for the second DS model (besides the DS3), unveiled at the Paris Motor Show last year, and placed somewhere between a hatchback and a crossover.
The Citroen DS4 price starts at the 22,500 Euro (19,132 GBP) for the bade model which uses a 1.6-litre VTI unit to develop 120 HP, and reaches 29,000 Euro (24,659 GBP) for the range topping 2.0-litre HDI producing 160 horses.
Gumpert Tornante
Altenburg based German supercar maker Gumpert announces the Gumpert Tornante, a second model (besides the Apollo) which will debut at the 2011 Geneva Motor Show.
The Gumpert Tornante is a two-seater touring superleggera powered by a new V8 engine for which performance figures are still kept secret. Unlike their previous street legal Apollo which was more concentrated towards driving dynamics, the Gumpert Tornante is a combination of performance, elegance and comfort.
G Power BMW M3 GTS announced
German tuner G Power who specializes in turning BMW models into outrageously powered machines has announced that it is working on upgrading the limited edition BMW M3 GTS, for the ‘ultimate power output’.
The G Power BMW M3 GTS will feature the tuner’s SK II CS ‘Sporty Drive’ supercharger, along with a series of other mechanical tweaks, which will enable the German coupe to unleash 6XX HP. An exact figure was not specified but we hope they mean 699 HP 🙂
Test Drive Unlimited 2 Character Customization
The second installment of Test Drive Unlimited is going to be launched soon (February 8th 2011), but until then Atari is offering a sneak into the game’s new feature which involves character customization.
So you’ll have numerous faces, clothes and accessories to chose from, but by viewing this trailer, we have the impression of looking at the new Sims game.