30 March 2011, 07:39 PM
Ford Australia has developed two Mad Max Interceptor Concepts. The project is finished with the co-operation of Top Gear Australia, who will feature the two vehicles in the April issue of the magazine.
Ford Australia's Melbourne-based Asia, Pacific and Australia Design Director, Chris Svensson, jumped at the chance to design a new Interceptor and has since thrown the full weight of Ford Australia's Research Centre behind the project, with stunning results.
"Our entire team was very excited
30 March 2011, 07:26 PM
Audi А5 e-Tron Quattro Plug-in Hybrid Prototype has not only an incredibly long name, but it also features some very good qualities.The car is powered by a 2.0 liter TFSI engine developing 211PS (155 kW) and two electric motors, one on the front axle, which adds 45PS (33 kW) and one on the rear axle adding another 81PS (60 kW). The second electric motor delivers power only when acceleration requires it to or when sensors detect a loss of rear traction such as in a hard curve. There is also a 9.4
30 March 2011, 06:55 PM
Heico Sportiv has introduced a styling package for Volvo XC90, which is one of our favourite SUVs. Volvo XC90 is getting older, but still catches the eye.
The package includes a new front bumper, revised side skirts and modified rear bumper. Furthermore, the customers can opt for a sport suspension, a four-pipe exhaust system and huge 20” alloys.
"Our new bodykit intends to give dealerships an attractive opportunity to offer additional buying incentives. Around the globe, the Volvo XC90 ha
30 March 2011, 06:33 PM
The UK airport taxi service company Checker Cars has taken delivery of the first of an order for 80 Toyota Prius cars. Just five units arrived at the company’s office in Essex, today. Checker Cars has 1000 drivers and is the official taxi operator not only at London Stansted but at Gatwick, Bristol, Cardiff and Southampton international airports. The company also services London Heathrow from an off-airport office.
“We will expect to replace the cars every couple of years,” commented Checker
30 March 2011, 05:12 PM
Jaguar XF will benefit from a new 2.2 litre diesel with 190PS and 450Nm (332 lb-ft). The superbly efficient power unit returns 52.3 mpg on combined cycle and just 149 g/km of CO2.
The engine is four-cylinder 16-valve common rail diesel with 2 179 cc of displacement. It features a water-cooled turbocharger with low-friction pistons, new injectors and a new crankshaft. There are also a new oil pan and new electronic systems affecting the crankshaft to allow the new intelligent Stop-Start system
30 March 2011, 04:52 PM
Porsche Panamera Turbo S hits the market. The sports four-door coupe will have its official debut at the New York Auto Show or at Shanghai Auto Show.
Panamera Turbo S is powered by a 4.8 liter V8 bi-turbo engine with 550PS (405 kW) and 800Nm (590 lb-ft). 0 to 100 km/h takes 3.8 seconds and the top speed is 306 km/h (190 mph). The improvement is 50PS and 100Nm over the standard Panamera Turbo. The result is thanks to a new titanium-aluminum turbines and an ECU re-map. Still, Panamera Turbo S n
29 March 2011, 11:47 PM
BMW has unveiled a special E92 M3 Matte Edition for Chinese market. The sports coupe is finished in black or gray and boasts a staggering appearance with black chrome accents, red brake calipers and 19” alloys.
The interior has a lot of carbon fiber, black leather upholstery with red contrast stitching – just a perfect combination.
The engine stays untouched, but the performance it delivers is more than satisfying. A 4.0 liter V8 with 420PS (309 kW) and 400Nm (295 lb-ft). It is mated to a
29 March 2011, 11:33 PM
RCZ is one of our favourite cars and Peugeot has introduced a special edition of the coupe. The RCZ Nokia is co-developed with the company and will take a part in various events across Europe in 2011.
Team Peugeot RCZ Nokia will race in the whole VLN 2011 championship as well as in the legendary 24 Hours of Nurburgring in the D1T category. This is the second car, which will compete at the Nurburgring 24 Hour race. In 2010, the RCZ took Michael Bohrer and Stephane Caillet to their 1st and 3rd
29 March 2011, 11:22 PM
Wimmer RS Mercedes-Benz C63 AMG Performance is another masterpiece conversion prepared by the renowned German tuner, and as its name suggests this refined Mercedes C63 AMG is a pure-blooded performance athlete.
The main highlight in this project is undoubtedly the highly improved 6.3-liters V8 motor, which now differs from its series counterpart by a newly installed camshaft, reworked cylinder heads, manifolds, down pipe and high flow catalytic converters, as well as an optimized air intake,
29 March 2011, 10:19 PM
Here is a special edition of Mercedes-Benz Sprint, which is tuned according to the taste of an American businessman. The vehicle is prepared by Brilliant Transportation, which was founded last year to provide luxurious and comfortable transportation to a host of clients.
The exterior of the tuned Sprint is not something amazing, but the real deal is inside the vehicle. It boasts hardwood floors, large leather seats, refrigerators, stowaway desks for working on and built-in cabinets for storag
29 March 2011, 08:31 PM
STaSIS Engineering has released a special tuning package for Audi R8 V10. The name of the project is Audi R8 V10 Challenge Extreme Edition and the car will hit the British market.
Engine - Eaton / Magnusson TVS 2300 supercharger running 7.5 psi of boost, independent charge cooler system to ensure consistent hi
29 March 2011, 07:47 PM
Chrysler has introduced three S concept cars at the Spring Festival of LXs in Irvine, California.
The first one is 300 S, which features a new grille, tinted headlights and a lip spoiler on the trunk. It also comes without chrome trim, but with nice alloys. The interior has slight changes and includes red leather upholstery with contrast stiching.
The second is 200 S Convertible, which gained a gloss black grille, also tinted headlights and enormous 18” alloy wheels. The interior boasts bl
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