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Wheelsandmore Mercedes SL65 AMG
The following upgrade kit from Wheelsandmore has taken the facelift version Mercedes SL65 AMG to the next level both in terms of performance as well as looks.
By revising the engine electronics and fitting the German roadster with a high flow exhaust system, the tuner enabled the Wheelsandmore Mercedes SL65 AMG to output 697 HP and 1150 Nm of torque, instead of 612 HP and 1000 Nm like the regular version.
2011 Kawasaki Ninja ZX-10R
The Japanese company has released photos and details with the new 2011 Kawasaki Ninja ZX-10R.
If compared to the previous generation, the 2011 Kawasaki Ninja ZX-10R is lighter, as it weights 436 lbs, and packs more power. To give you the actual figure, the 998cc, 16-valve, DOHC, liquid-cooled inline-four engine fitted on the 2011 Kawasaki Ninja ZX-10R develops an impressive 197 HP (or 207 with ram air in full effect).
Volkswagen Golf Twist price
Details and pricing for the cheapest Golf, the Volkswagen Golf Twist has been announced.
The Volkswagen Golf Twist is on sale at participating dealers across UK, and this new entry-level version comes fitted with a 1.4-litre petrol engine producing 80 PS and 97 lb-ft of torque. A 6-speed manual gearbox spins the front wheels and when accelerating from nought to 62 mph, the car needs 13.9 seconds.
Video: Ben Collins does Nissan LEAF review
Ben Collins formerly known as Top Gear’s ex-Stig is back on the screen, shooting a review video with the Nissan FEAF, of-course without wearing the famous white suit and white helmet.
As the YouTube video description points out, this Nissan LEAF review contains two things Top Gear hates at the moment, which are electric cars and Ben Collins. But in all seriousness, the man does known a thing or two about cars and it looks like he’s way of doing a review is by offering straight facts and impressions rather than making a spectacle out of it.
Nissan Juke commercial video
Nissan USA has published two new commercial videos that promote the new Nissan Juke, and which put accent on the car’s turbocharged 1.6-litre Direction Injection engine delivering 188 HP and 177 lb-ft of torque.
The first Nissan Juke commercial video also underlines the car’s AWD handling plus we understand that the main target are young buyers who live in the city.
2011 Ducati 1198 SP
The Italian motorcycle manufacturer has introduced the 2011 Ducati 1198 SP at this year’s Intermot show.
some of the features that have been improved on the 2011 Ducati 1198 SP include the addition of Ducati Traction Control (DTC), Ducati Data Analyser (DDA) and the new Ducati Quick Shift (DQS).
These systems are fitted as standard on all 2011 Ducati 1198 SP versions, plus the bike also gets Ohlins TTX rear suspension, slipper clutch and aluminium fuel tank.
Bentley GT Supersports by ANDERSON GERMANY
Anderson Germany has been really active lately, releasing one custom car after another, and now they present their latest tuning kit which was developed for the Bentley Continental Supersports.
In terms of performance the Bentley GT Supersports by ANDERSON GERMANY received a power boost thanks to an engine software upgrade and a valve controlled sports exhaust system plus the car received racing catalytic converters and a new air filter.
Neiman Marcus 2011 Chevrolet Camaro Convertible
The Neiman Marcus 2011 Chevrolet Camaro Convertible is a special edition model that will be showcased at the luxury retailer’s annual ‘Christmas Book’.
Powered by a 6.2-litre V8 engine the Neiman Marcus 2011 Chevrolet Camaro Convertible will come available with two transmission options, a 6-speed manual or a 6-speed automatic. The manual version will develop 426 HP and 420 lb-ft of torque while the automatic packs 400 HP and 410 lb-ft of torque.
Lotus City Car
Besides debuting a completely new range of sports cars (5 in total) which surprised everyone at the Paris Motor Show this year, Lotus has also introduced the City Car concept, which stands at the other end of the spectrum.
With the Lotus City Car concept it is all about efficiency end eco-friendliness, as its powertrain is composed from a hybrid system and a range extender engine.
2011 Dodge Charger
Chrysler has revealed photos and details referring to the new 2011 Dodge Charger which, as the automaker says was inspired by its 1960s ancestor.
The 2011 Dodge Charger will hit the showrooms in the 4th quarter of 2010 and the car features improved performance, better materials, and also new connectivity features.
Powering the 2011 Dodge Charger SE and Charger Rallye is the new 3.6-liter Pentastar engine while the R/T version will get the 5.7-liter HEMI V8 unit with 4-cylinder mode FuelSaver Technology.