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Ken Block on Top Gear video
We’re pretty sure everyone is familiar with Ken Block by now and he’s raw style racing videos that have created a sensation over the Internet. As part of he’s latest airport training session Ken Block appeared on Top Gear last night while performing he’s “signature tricks” using the same customized 380 hp Subaru Impreza WRC and with James May on the passenger seat. Just like in the GYMKHANA Two, Ricky Carmichael is also featured in the video, this time racing a dirt bike against Ken Block’s Subaru Impreza WRC…
Mazda Axela Hatchback Prize
Mazda Motor Corp. announced that they have created the Mazda Axela Hatchback Prize for the 2009 All-Star Games in Japan. To be more specific the Mazda Axela Hatchback Prize will be awarded to the player that manages to impress the fans by outstanding performance during the two Japanese pro baseball 2009 all-star games. These games are organized by the Nippon Professional Baseball Association (NPB) for which Mazda is the main sponsor. The Mazda Axela Hatchback Prize features the company’s 2.0 litre engine and includes the i-stop…
Opel Insignia OPC High Tech features
The new Opel Insignia OPC is the company’s most powerful production car to date and as their OPC range is celebrating 10 years of existence, the German automaker decided to fit the Insignia with a few extra high tech features. These Opel Insignia OPC High Tech features include adaptive all-wheel drive and an electronic rear limited slip differential as standard so future owners will have one more reason to be passionate about their Insignia OPC. Under the bonnet the Opel Insignia OPC features a turbocharged 2.8-litre V6 engine that outputs 325 hp (239 kW) and needs 6.0 seconds to accelerate from 0 to 100 Km/h reaching a restricted top speed of 250 Km/h…
Pagani Zonda Cinque Roadster unleashed
The Pagani Zonda Cinque Roadster was unleashed by the Italian supercar manufacturer that decided that a topless version would be the right step in completing the company’s model range. Like the coupe version the Pagani Zonda Cinque Roadster will be produced in an exclusive limited edition which means that only five lucky and wealthy customers will get their hands on this pure Italian sports car. Powering the Pagani Zonda Cinque Roadster is the powerfull Mercedes Benz AMG engine that can develop no less than 678 horsepower and 780 Nm of torque and is linked to a 6-speed cima sequential gearbox. Consider the fact that the car weights only 1,210 Kg and you will understand…
Fiat 500C convertible in UK
The convertible version Fiat 500C that was first seen at this year’s Geneva Motor Show was introduced on UK’s market with sales starting Thursday July 2nd. With its fabric made roof that pays tribute to the original model built in 1957, the Fiat 500C is certainly on the right track as the 500 version has already received more than 360,000 orders in the 59 markets where it car is now on sale. The fabric roof can be operated either by pushing the buttons next to the interior roof light or from the car’s remote control unit at any speed below 37 mph (60 km/h). The Fiat 500C convertible is offered with the same motorisation options as the 500 version which are the 1.3-litre MultiJet turbodiesel…
MINI One D unveiled
The MINI One D was unveiled today by the Munich automaker, an entry-level diesel vehicle that will enter the market in September 2009 and promises to deliver great fuel economy. The MINI One D will extracts its juice from a turbocharged 1.6-litre 4-cylinder common rail power unit made from aluminium which is linked to a 6-speed manual transmission and can output 90 hp (66 kW) at 4000 rpm and 215 Nm of torque at 1,750 rpm Accelerating from 0 to 100 Km/h takes 11.5 seconds while the MINI One D top speed is 182 Km/h. The most interesting part about the MINI One D is the fact that it needs only 3.9 litres of diesel to cover 100 Km and emissions are as low as 104…
2011 BMW X1 Series
After releasing numerous teasers the German automaker has finally decided to officially reveal the 2011 BMW X1 Series, along with details and a huge photo gallery. The 2011 BMW X1 Series is built on the 3-Series platform and is now the smallest in BMW’s SUV model range with the X3, X5 and X6 as it’s bigger “brothers”. The Europeans will be as expected the first to get the 2011 BMW X1 Series sometime this fall, and as far as engine available they include one gasoline and three diesel burning units. The BMW X1 xDrive28i is powered by a 3.0-litre, 6-cylinder powerplant that outputs 258 hp (190 kW) while the three diesel versions (BMW X1 xDrive23d, X1 xDrive20d and X1 xDrive18d) have a…
Lamborghini Gallardo LP550-2 Valentino Balboni edition
As the name indicates the newly introduced Lamborghini Gallardo LP550-2 Valentino Balboni edition is the rear wheel drive version of the company’s best selling model that is is powered by the same V10 unit that unleashes 550 horsepower (405 kW). The Lamborghini Gallardo LP550-2 Valentino Balboni edition honors one of the Italian manufacturer’s veteran test drivers that was hired back in 1967. Valentino Balboni has helped in testing and fine-tuning the company’s supercars for decades from the Miura model produced in the 60s to the current Gallardo and Murcielago models. The Lamborghini Gallardo LP550-2 Valentino Balboni edition has undergone extensive work to accommodate the way power…
Porsche 911 GT2 vs Corvette ZR1 video
It seems like the Brits from Autocar are on a roll when it comes to comparison tests. In their latest Porsche 911 GT2 vs Corvette ZR1 video we get to see which of these supercars is faster in a drag race. Porsche 911 GT2 specs : power comes from a 3.6-litre 6-cylinder boxer unit with twin turbochargers that is able to develop 530 hp at 6500 rpm and 680 Nm (505 ft lb) of torque between 2200 and 4500 rpm and the overall weight of the car is 3,175 lbs. The Porsche 911 GT2 is equipped with a 6-speed manual gearbox and ceramic brakes as standard. Corvette ZR1 specs : the supercharged 6.2-litre V8 provides 620 hp at 6500 rpm and 595 ft lb of torque at 4000 rpm. As far as transmission the Corvette ZR1…
Vauxhall Corsa roller boots
Do you want do “drive” a pair of Vauxhall Corsa roller boots? then you must attend to London’s ultimate roller disco. The Vauxhall Skate is a free invite-only event that will take place at a secret East London Location where a selected group of musical, design and style talents will entertain the guests. Among the treats offered are the Vauxhall Corsa roller boots and an in-car pit stop hair saloon where a well known hairdresser will offer free styling. Guest DJ’s that will keep the Vauxhall Corsa roller…