The German-based top-end tuner Avus Performance is well-known for its stunning Audi cars transformations and their latest project don’t make an exception. Based upon the high-performance sports sedan Audi S4 quattro B8, the Avus ride is fitted with more dynamism, individuality and performance. At the first glance, t
Vauxhall new Astra was voted for "Best New Car" at the 2010 Fleet World Awards held on 18 Mauy at the Royal Automobile Club in London. The improvements for the new Astra include better engine efficiency with over 13 per cent and revised standard equipment. It now features ESP, six airbags, air conditioning, electric windows, and CD/radio with MP3 format and aux-in. Steve Moody, Chairman of Judges said: "In a difficult year for the brand, Va
One of the most iconic and distinctive film cars of all time is the Batmobile. It will be a part of Historics at Brooklands auction in Surrey on June 2 this year. Mark Perkins, who is one of Historics’ investors, owns the car since 1988. “Classic cars, and this one in particular, should be driven to be enjoyed, a
Porsche 2011 GT2 RS is the fastest street legal car in the company’s history. Switzer performance, announced their new Switzer GT2 R911S , which develops a bit over 900 HP. The Switzer GT2 R911S is based on P800 GT2 package, which is available for GT2 RS. By using race fuel, the power is increased to 911 HP. The power is roughly 50% more than the original Porsche’s GT2 RS. Switzer version is equipped with a pair of monster intercoolers to keep the engine cool after each power lap. GT2 R911
AC Schnitzer is based in Aachen, Germany and it is one of the top tuning specialists for BMW. There is a Schnitzer version of almost every single BMW model. Now, it is turn of X6 M. AC Schnitzer BMW X6 M is faster, more powerful and better looking than the original SAC. The company is currently working on performance upgrade which, in combination with removing the Vmax limiter and a sports exhaust, will bring more satisfaction and driving pleasure to the owners of of the X6 M.One of the speci
According to the latest information released by the Land Rover PRs, the British automaker is about to introduce the all-new three-door compact Range Rover LRX with a 2WD option. The small crossover ride is scheduled for market launch in 2011 and the newly-announced option will be offered in addition to the standard for all Land Rover vehicles 4WD system. Engineered to top the chart as the smallest, lightest and most efficient vehicle ever created by Land Rover, the sporty urban crossover will estimate less than
2011 Mazda Premacy is available to order in Japan. The sales launch on July 1, 2010 for 2WD versions and the four-wheel-drive (4WD) version will begin to sale in early August. The suggested retail prices range from 1 799 000 yen ( $ 19522 USD ) to 2 314 000 yen ( $ 25111 USD ). The first Premacy minivan is launched
Approximately two months ago, ROUSH Performance has unveiled a stunning special-edition ride developed in collaboration with the collector car auction company Barrett-Jackson and limited to only 25 units worldwide. Now, the famous Ford dealer Ray Skillman Performance has ordered one the highly limited-edition pony ride
Skoda Fabia vRS will be launched in the UK on 29 July 2010. The new vRS is the fastest production Fabia ever built, which make the small car perfect value for money, what is more it has low running costs and high performance. vRS is powered by 1.4TSI 180bhp engine combined with a 7-speed DSG transmission with ESP,
Kia America has unveiled the final edition of the previously announced four specially styled 2010 Souls, aimed to demonstrate in full the wide range of customizing options and flexibility that the stunning model is offering. Named Ghost Soul, the newly styled urban ride shows in completely new way the unique personalization options so inherent to it and mixed with the safety and technology features of the standard equipment. Michael Sprague, vice president of marketing, KMA shares: “With the Ghost Soul, we are a
Nissan International SA informed that Leaf – Zero-emission car is priced under 30 000 Euros ( 25,641 Pounds) and it will hit the European markets in July. The company also announced specific prices for the Netherlands, Republic of Ireland, UK and Portugal. Nissan Leaf is a compact, zero-emission five-seater, which is fully equipped and features AC, sat NAV, a parking camera, a quick charge socket and innovative smart-phone connectivity. Sim
At the largest VAG enthusiasts gathering Worthersee 2010 which took place in Austria last weekend, Volkswagen has unwrapped an exclusively stylish and powerful version of its renowned model Golf dubbed VW Golf GTI adidas. Blending in itself three of the world’s most renowned German badges – VW, GTI and adidas, the newcomer is likely to gain collector’s status very quickly after its launch in June 2010. Among the most bright highlights on the n
