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Video: Switzer Nissan GTR vs Koenigsegg CCR
Another interesting rolling start drag race from GTBoard where this time a tuned version Switzer Nissan GTR is put against the Koenigsegg CCX Evolution.
The Switzer Nissan GTR has received the North American tuner’s P800 package which means that output has increased to 800 HP and 700 lb-ft of torque, plus the car is now 200 lbs lighter when compared to the stock version.
BMW M3 GTS-R
A second rumor today is mentioning that a limited edition BMW M3 GTS-R might be produced as the Bavarian automaker wants to celebrate its victory at the 2010 Nurburgring endurance race.
The BMW M3 GTS-R is expected to be covered in a matte black finish, with a new front apron and wider rear fenders as well a set of lighter alloys.
2011 Alfa Romeo 159
The Italian automaker released details and photos with the facelift version 2011 Alfa Romeo 159 that will become available as both a saloon and Sportwagon.
The 2011 Alfa Romeo 159 received a refreshed exterior with newly designed alloy wheels and a more comfortable interior with a combination of leather and fabric available in black or beige.
Toyota Auris Hybrid Price
Pricing for the British built Toyota Auris Hybrid available with two equipment grades, T4 and T Spirit was just announced.
The Toyota Auris Hybrid comes with a 1.8-litre VVT-i petrol engine that produces 134 BHP thanks to which the hatch accelerates from nought to 62 mph in 11.4 seconds and reaches a top speed of 112 mph.
1935 Bentley Saloon auction at Brooklands
Historics will auction this 1935 Bentley Saloon at Brooklands on June 2nd, and if you’re looking to own a piece of automotive history then this might be your chance, as the highest bidder will also get free ownership of the British company that created this particular model.
The 1935 3-litre Bentley Saloon which is worth between an estimated 75,000 GBP and 90,000 GBP is among the 65 other classic and collector cars that will be auctioned by Historics at Brooklands.
2012 Nissan GT-R rumor
Rumors regarding the facelift version 2012 Nissan GT-R are starting to surface the web. Apparently ‘Godzilla’ wants to keep up with its German competitor, the Porsche 911 Turbo and Turbo S versions so the Japanese automaker is working on a 3.8-litre twin-turbo V6 that will go beyond the 500 HP mark and over 450 lb-ft of torque.
Land Rover LR4 vs Lexus GX460 vs Mercedes GL450
This following video was shot in Death Valley where journalists from MotorTrend have initiated a 7-passenger luxury SUV battle involving the Land Rover LR4 vs the Lexus GX460 vs the Mercedes GL450.
Surprisingly this review video places the 2010 Mercedes GL450 third as two of its main disadvantages are the lack a lower range transfer case as well as the fact that its base sticker price is 61,825 USD.
Range Rover 2WD and Range e
Land Rover has officially announced the introduction of a 2WD model in 2011 and a diesel hybrid named the Range e by 2013.
The compact Range Rover 2WD will be the company’s lightest and most fuel efficient model ever made, and it is expected to emit less than 130 grams of CO2 per Km.
Skoda Fabia vRS price
Pricing for the 2010 Skoda Fabia vRS version that will hit Britain’s market at the end of July has just been confirmed.
Both the hatchback and estate version 2010 Skoda Fabia vRS will use the 1.4-litre TSI engine that is turbocharged and supercharged and which packs 180BHP. Power is put to the ground via a 7-speed DSG gearbox with paddleshift so besides hitting 62 mph from a standstill in 7.3 seconds, the 2010 Skoda Fabia vRS is also able to return 45.6 mpg (UK rating).
BMW M3 GT2 wins Nurburgring 24hr race
As you know the 24hr Nurburgring endurance race took place over the weekend, where the BMW M3 GT2 backed by BMW Motorsport has emerged victorious.
The BMW M3 GT2 with number 25 driven by Jorg Muller (GE), Augusto Farfus (BR), Uwe Alzen (GE) and Pedro Lamy (PT) had conquered the first podium position after after completing 154 laps on the Nurburgring circuit.