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2012 Ford Mustang Cobra Jet

2012 Ford Mustang Cobra Jet is a new version of the legendary Cobra Jet turn-key racer. The vehicle is based on the 2010 model and features a new 5.4 liter V8 with 2.3-liter TVS supercharger or an optional 4.0-liter Whipple supercharger. 2012 Cobra Jet also comes with Manley H-beam connecting rods, Strange Engineering brakes, a double keyed crankshaft snout, and black anodized wheels with Goodyear tires. "With every Cobra Jet build we strive to carry the spirit of the original Cobra Je

Ford Mustang Boss 302s

Another pure track car is coming from Ford - Mustang Boss 302s, which is the latest addition to the Blue Oval's track car model range. The vehicle is developed by Ford Racing and features a 5.0 liter V8 32V Ti-VCT engine with 440HP mated to a 6-speed transmission and sending all the power through a T2 Torsen differential at the rear wheels. The car is based on the street version of 302 and features a lot of upgrades. Ford Mustang Boss 302s has a race suspension system consisting of two-way

Ford Kuga concept at Detroit 2011

Ford is about to amaze the crowd at the upcoming Detroit Auto Show with a near-production-ready concept of a medium SUV aimed at replacing the Ford Kuga model in Europe and Ford Escape in the US. Scheduled for manufacturing in the second half of 2012, the all-new ride will be marketed as a 2013 model in the United States. The Ford Kuga compact SUV made its debut at the Geneva Auto Show in March 2008, and since then, the ride is a total hot seller in Europe. In 2009, the Kuga small crossove

Renault Megane RS N4

Renault Megane RS N4 is the new rally car for the private racing team of the company. It is powered by 2.0 liter four-cylinder turbocharged engine with 270HP and 340Nm of torque. The rally car also has an Ohlins suspension system and a limited slip differential for maximum performance. Among the other features, RS N4 boats a full roll cage, racing seats with a 6-point harness and a 6-speed Sadev transmission. Megane RS N4 has been on diet, so it is much lighter than a standard vehicle. Despit

2011 Acura TSX Wagon - 30 960 USD

2011 Acura TSX Wagon is now priced for the USA and will go on sale on the North American market from December 21st, this year. The car is powered by 2.4-liter four-cylinder engine mated to a a Sequential SportShift 5-speed automatic transmission. It is expected to return 30MPG on the highway, 22MPG in the city and 25MPG on the combined cycle. Acura TSX Wagon offers a huge cargo space of up to 60.5 cu-ft when the rear seats folded down. The vehicle is priced at 30 960 USD and goes up t

Volkswagen Up priced

Volkswagen has revealed its plans to showcase a production variant of its newly presented Up minicar at the next year’s Frankfurt Auto Show. According to the renowned German auto maker, the ultra compact ride will hit the market at the end of 2011 with a starting price tag of approximately 10,000 Euro. The first version of the VW Up model will be a three-door four-seater and will be offered with a range of three-cylinder gasoline and diesel power units. Ulrich Hackenberg, development chief

kahn-cosworth range rover evoque

Kahn-Cosworth Range Rover Evoque

Attention premium ride lovers, because Project Kahn has exclusively announced that a Cosworth-powered, luxury-enhanced version of the all-new, 2012 Range Rover Evoque is already in the works. Although, the recently unveiled premium compact SUV is still far from its market launch, the British tuning expert Project Kahn has revealed an example of how its outer styling might looks, revealing an exceptional blue livery reinforced by custom body kit and a set of huge, multi-spoke lightweight allo

Wheelsandmore Ferrari F430

The Germany-based aftermarket expert Wheelsandmore has unveiled a new power boosting package for the Maranello’s monstrous Ferrari F430, pumping up its output to even higher levels. Thanks to the newly developed kit, the F430’s 4.3-liter V8 petrol engine now tops the amazing 537 horsepower instead of the stock 490 horsepower. Wheelsandmore performance engine performance kit is consist of re-calibrated ECU and a lightweight, handmade stainless steel exhaust unit, which further results in highe

2011 Nissan Cube US price

Nissan has exclusively announced that its 2011 model year Nissan Cube is already at the brands dealerships across the US at the tempting price tag of 14,290 USD for the entry Cube 1.8 M/T model. The fresh Nissan boasts distinctive boxy styling with asymmetrical rear window, refrigerator-style rear door and wide range of personal accessories. The 2011MY Nissan Cube is offered in four stunningly-packed versions: Cube 1.8, Cube 1.8 S, Cube 1.8 SL, and the special Cube 1.8 S Krom Edition. For

Wheelsandmore Mercedes SLS AMG

Wheelsandmore unleashes another program for the all-new, stellar Mercedes gullwing ride - Mercedes-Benz SLS AMG, showcasing its own vision for customizing the sporty beast. Undoubtedly exclusive even in stock mode, the SLS AMG now gets more power, enhanced styling and dynamics. In the terms of performance, Wheelsandmore engineers have developed a two-steps program for the 6.2-liter V8 DOHC unit, which in its first stage cranks the figures of the luxury grand tourer to 610 horsepower and 685 l

TopCar Vantage GTR 2 Porsche Cayenne II

Porsche Cayenne II received another tuning package, but this time from the Russian tuner TopCar. The project name is Vantage GTR 2 and it was presented at the Essen Motor Show last week. The body kit consists of a new front bumper and spoiler, a new bonnet, wide fenders, rear bumper and spoiler, and a rear diffuser. The tuner also added pair of new side mirrors, additional LED lights and a new set of forged wheels. All body components are made of carbon-kevlar and carbon-fiber material

2011 Chrysler 300 - better than ever

Chrysler has revealed their 2011 300 model. The car is nothing like the predecessor. It is more elegant and features new grille, LED headlights, and a lot of chrome accents. The windshield is more steeply raked, the bodywork has new better style and the wheel arches are revised, too. The interior boasts soft-touch plastics, wood trim, and additional sound killing material. As an options, there are heated and cooled seats, a two-piece sunroof, and a Garmin navigation system with an 8.4" screen