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2011 Infiniti M teaser
Nissan released a teaser image with the 2011 Infiniti M ahead of its official unveiling scheduled for Friday August 14th at the 59th annual Pebble Beach Concurs d’Elegance. The 2011 Infiniti M will be unveiled through a new technology called virtual video mapping that will be used in creating an immersive, three-dimensional multimedia experience. Besides the virtual 2011 Infiniti M beeing unveiled, visitors at the Pebble Beach Concurs d’Elegance…
Mazda MX-5 Superlight version
The Japanese automaker released two teaser like photos with the Mazda MX-5 Superlight, a new version that will be showcased at this year’s Frankfurt Motor Show in September. The Mazda MX-5 Superlight version was designed at the company’s design studio in Frankfurt, Germany and besides the weight loss the car will offer improved performance and handling as well as better fuel consumption figures and less CO2 emissions. An interesting feature that seems inspired from the Mercedes SLR Stirling-Mozz is the fact that the Mazda MX-5…
G-Power Typhoon RS BMW X5 with 625 HP
The horsepower race has ended a long time ago for some auto makers and even car tuning companies. This is not the case with G-power who just revealed photos and details with their latest project based on the BMW X5 xDrive48i version. We’re taking about the G-Power Typhoon RS BMW X5 that gave the stock model a 250 HP (184 kW) increase so the 4.8-litre engine can now develop a massive 625 HP (460 kW) at 6,100 rpm and 700 Nm of torque at 5,300 rpm. What made this increase possible was the use of a G-POWER SK III RS supercharger system that is powered by a crankshaft via the multi-rib belt and has an oil flow which is integrated into the engine oil circulation. Of course many…
KW Volkswagen Polo V coilover suspension
Four different KW Volkswagen Polo V coilover suspension version have been introduced today priced at 799 Euros including tax. The KW Volkswagen Polo V coilover suspension V1 is available in basic and inox-line, offering a 35 mm to 65 mm adjustable lowering range, taking the vehicle’s sportiness and safety to new levels. For the inox-line the manufacturer uses stainless steel casings that are know for high durability. The KW Volkswagen Polo V coilover suspension V2 comes with adjustable rebound damping ideal for the dinamic driver who whishes to make adjustments in the set-up. The KW Volkswagen Polo V coilover suspension Version 3 is derived from motor sports allowing individual…
2010 Mercedes E Class Estate photos and details
Daimler released official photos and details with the 2010 Mercedes E Class Estate today, and the car is expected to hit the European market this month. Motorisation options for the 2010 Mercedes E Class Estate will include 3 diesel and 2 petrol engines and from the first quarter of 2010 5 more units will become available. Among the fuel saving versions you will find the E 220 CDI BlueEFFICIENCY that is powered by a 4-cylinder engine with a 2143 cc capacity able to develop 170 HP (125 kW) and cover 100 Km with just 5.7-5.8 l of diesel. This version comes with a 6-speed manual gearbox and is priced at 44,803 Euros. As for the petrol burning models the E 350 CGI BlueEFFICIENCY…
Elite Aston Martin Le Mans Vantage Racer
Concept images with the Elite Aston Martin Le Mans Vantage Racer have surfaced and the car represents a limited edition series with just 30 units to be produced. The Elite Aston Martin Le Mans Vantage Racer is intended to be the equivalent of the Ferrari Scuderia and Stradale or the Lamborghini Superleggera meaning that is lighter than the factory version with a body almost entirely made out of carbon fiber. Exterior carbon fiver components used for this ultra exclusive race car for the street include the front bumper and front splitter, hood, fenders, side sills and side skirt panels, rear quarter panel extensions, trunk lid, the rear wing plus rear bumper and diffuser…
Porsche Panamera Customization Options
The Stuttgart automaker announced new Porsche Panamera customization options today. Among elements that can make the Porsche Panamera’s interior even more unique and luxurious we find the combination of materials such as leather, wood, aluminium or carbon perfectly tailored to the individual customer plus Yachting Mahogany grab handles and three-spoke multifunction steering wheel. Other Porsche Panamera customization options include a cooling box with a 10.5-liters capacity, a complete set of cases and bags tailored to the luggage compartment, a 12 V cooling bag plus rear-end bicycle rack made of aluminium. As far as new exterior enhancements there are the body coloured…
Switzer Performance Porsche 997 Twin Turbo with 800 HP
After we saw the track-oriented customized GT2 back in June, the Ohio based tuning company released another “monster” on the streets, and this time is the Switzer Performance Porsche 997 Twin Turbo with 800 HP that can accelerate from 0 to 60 mph in less than 3.0 seconds. As Tim Switzer said the Switzer Performance Porsche 997 Twin Turbo comes as a result of various customers interested in the same level of power as in the GT2 offered in a more controllable package. The Switzer Performance Porsche 997 Twin Turbo cover the quarter mile run in…
Jay Leno’s lap time on Top Gear
On the 7th episode from Top Gear’s 13th series, Jay Leno was interviewed by Jeremy Clarkson and we also found out what he’s time was after driving the reasonably priced car. After Jay admitted that Top Gear is he’s favourite TV show Jerremy called him “the word’s biggest petrolhead” and we tend to agree as we all know he’s passion for cars and impressive car collection. Jay Leno’s lap time could have been faster though, but as you will see in the…
Irmscher Chevrolet Bumblebee Cruze
Irmscher tuning house released photos with their vision of a Transformers inspired Chevrolet Bumblebee Cruze. The car will be showcased at this year’s Frankfurt Motor Show with a 30 mm lowered chassis plus a custom paint job that will definitely make it stand out. The Irmscher Chevrolet Bumblebee Cruze is powered by the stock version 1.8-litre engine that is linked to an automatic gearbox and features a black painted body with two orange stripes that start on the bonnet and end on the rear spoiler. The Irmscher Chevrolet Bumblebee Cruze has also received orange painted exterior mirrors and orange 18 inch rims. Details regarding the Irmscher Chevrolet Bumblebee Cruze price…