16 December 2009, 09:52 AM
Edo competition is ready with an exclusive, extra spicy tuning programme for the Lamorghini Gallardo LP600/4. Transformed from top to bottom, the shiny new edo LP600/4 boasts an enormous output data of 600 horsepower at 7,970 rpm and 572 Nm (422 ft-lb) maximum torque at 6,845 rpm. As a result of the colossal power increase, the edo Gallardo’s V-max now tops 340 km/h and the acceleration from zero to 100 km/h lasts 3,5 seconds flat.
Undoubtedly, the German motorsport specialists didn’t stop there, in order to han
16 December 2009, 09:31 AM
Ford of Europe will unveil new versions of its top-selling S-MAX and Galaxy at the 2010 Brussels Show on January 13. With fresh designs, they feature new interior materials and features, a range of more efficient powertrains and a host of driver focused technologies aimed at improving safety and comfort.
The 2010 S-MAX and Galaxy models kick off an exciting year for new product introductions from Ford of Europe.
"We've given both models a f
16 December 2009, 09:18 AM
MINI crosses borders, enters new dimensions of driving pleasure, and wins over additional target groups.
Once again, MINI achieves all this by consistently expanding the model range and through the unconventional creativity of MINI design. Just a few months prior to the launch of the brand’s fourth model announced for autumn 2010, MINI is now demonstrating its potential for further enhancement of driving pleasure and diversity through another spectacular concept car: the concept of a bran
15 December 2009, 05:51 PM
Toyota Motor Corporation in Japan has today confirmed the introduction of the Prius Plug-in Hybrid, a plug-in version of the third-generation Prius petrol-electric hybrid vehicle.
The Prius Plug-in Hybrid Vehicle (PHV) offers greater range on electric power only, significantly reducing fuel consumption and emissions. The PHV uses lithium-ion batteries – a first for Toyota – which can be charged from an external source as well as by the car’s own hybrid drive system.
Approximately 600 units
15 December 2009, 05:33 PM
BMW has announced today that the Z4 sDrive35i is to be offered with an extra ‘s’. This range-topper sharpens the roadster’s sporting pedigree by offering an even higher level of performance and adds to its sleek, sporty looks with some extra styling touches.
Premiering at the Detroit Motor Show in January and on sale in the UK in March 2010, the new BMW Z4 sDrive35is gains an extra 34hp over the standard car, taking output to 340hp. The 3.0-litre six-cylinder engine with its twin turbocharge
11 December 2009, 05:23 PM
BRABUS GLK V12 topped the Nardo speed tables as the fastest street-legal SUV on the planet. With an annormous speed of 322.3 km/h (200.3 mph) reached at the Italian high-speed oval track on October 19th, 2009, the BRABUS GLK V12 is the new world champion in SUV speed category. The specially refined model is powered by
11 December 2009, 12:31 PM
AC Schnitzer ACS3 3.5d Coupe is the world fastest road-legal diesel car. Built by the renowned BMW tuner from Aachen - AC Schnitzer, the ACS3 3.5d Coupe broke the world record from 2006 by reaching the astonishing 288.7 km/h at the legendary high-speed circuit in Nardo, southern Italy.
This is the third world record set by AC Schnitzer at Nardo. After the records from 2006 with the TENSION as the fastest road-legal BMW and the GP3.10 GAS POWER
11 December 2009, 10:31 AM
Not only does the Lexus LFA deliver thoroughbred supercar performance, the sound it makes is every bit as thrilling. The acoustic performance of the V10 engine and exhaust system has been fine-tuned to create a unmistakeable “soundtrack” that rises from a rumbling note at idle to a nape-tingling red-line wail.
The acoustic team studied the noise made by a Formula 1 car at maximum revs, then applied detailed design features to create an exhaust
10 December 2009, 05:51 PM
RUF Automobile GmbH is presenting the Stormster, the very first electric SUV based on the renowned Porsche Cayenne.After the release of its first electric sports car - the eRUF - in October 2008, and its inheritor - the eRUF Greenster - in March 2009 at the Geneva Motor Show, RUF is now showcasing its third electric vehicle.
The newcomer is powered by a Siemens electric unit, which is capable to produce 270 kW (367 bhp), same as the one fitted in the eRUF sports car. The total weight of the electric Cayenne Stor
10 December 2009, 11:07 AM
The latest Bentley Continental Supersports, which is also the first Bentley fitted with FlexFuel technology which allows it to run on E85 biofuel, gasoline or any combination of these two fuels, has further demonstrate its eco-friendliness by meeting the 85% recyclability standard.
This certification is given only t
10 December 2009, 09:37 AM
Limited to only 1,000 units and released specially to celebrate the 40th anniversary of the original Datsun 240Z, the Nissan 370Z 40th Anniversary Edition is now priced at $38,860 USD. The limited production Z Coupe is scheduled to go on sale in early spring 2010.
The 40th Anniversary Edition starts with the 370Z To
09 December 2009, 05:45 PM
Vorsteiner has released a supreme aerodynamic kit for the 2010 Porsche Carrera MKII facelift, which is named V-GT. Combining both elegance and simplicity, the new aero pack from Vorsteiner upgrades even further the factory vision of the sports ride without any compromises in quality and performance. The V-GT kit from V
