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Hennessey Limited Edition 2010 HPE550 Camaro

Hennessey Performance Engineering (HPE), well known for their extreme performance sports cars and muscle cars, announces their Limited Edition 2010 HPE550 Camaro. At the heart of the beast is a supercharger system added atop the LS3 V8 making 6 psi boost combined with a Corsa stainless steel exhaust system and custom engine management calibration from HPE.  This upgrade system results in 562 bhp and 557 lb-ft torque.  Rounding out the package, HPE adds a set of light weight 20 inch wheels, Hennessey's Cam-Aero T

NOVITEC ROSSO: A Maximum Performance for Ferrari 599 GTB Fiorano

A maximum rated power output of 808 hp / 594 kW, a peak torque of 823 Nm and a top speed of more than 340 km/h, all the result of a high-tech twin compressor conversion: NOVITEC ROSSO endows the Ferrari 599 GTB Fiorano with even more superlatives through professional tuning. The tuning is accompanied by an aerodynamic-enhancement kit developed in the wind tunnel, three-piece 21-inch wheels with correspondingly calibrated sports suspension, a high

New Hyundai i10 conversion range set to prove popular with world and religious leaders

Hyundai is proud to announce the launch of a new i10 model specifically targeted at the booming market among world and religious leaders. The first demonstrator is due to be trialled by a German customer who currently resides in Italy. The Korean manufacturer has identified that many global leaders are becoming concerned about the emissions from large limousines and adapted 4x4 vehicles which traditionally form the basis of all presidenti

Subaru Introduces All-New Legacy Sedan at New York International Auto Show

Fuji Heavy Industries Ltd. (FHI), manufacturer of Subaru automobiles, today announced the unveiling of the all-new Legacy sedan (U.S. specifications) at the New York International Auto Show (press days on April 8 and 9, open to the public from April 10 through 19). The new sedan will be introduced in the U.S. market as the 2010 Legacy. In the 20 years since the introduction of the first Legacy model, FHI has remained committed to enhancing bot

Lexus RX 450h Sets New SUV Economy Benchmark

RX 450h will become Australia's greenest SUV when it launches in mid-2009, achieving fuel economy figures and emissions closer to a small four-cylinder sedan. The petrol-electric hybrid will sip just 6.4 litres of fuel per 100 kilometres* and emit just 150grams of CO2 - a figure not achieved in any SUV in Australia. In keeping with the performance focus of Lexus, RX 450h will be no slouch, developing 220kW of power from the petrol-electric hybrid drivetrain - 10 per cent more power than the outgoing model.

Alfa Romeo 159 1750 TBi

At the recent Geneva Motor Show, Alfa Romeo unveiled numerous major developments heralding the re-launch of the brand on the global stage. Protagonist of the event was the new Alfa Romeo 159 (saloon and Sportwagon versions). The new 159 is designed to express a sporting yet seductive personality and boasts road holding and performance that set new standards for this class of car. Two new engines in particular (a 200 HP, 1750 cc turbocharged petrol engine and a 170 HP 2.0 JTDM diesel) place the A

VW Golf with U.S. debut at the 2009 New York International Auto Show

Volkswagen of America, Inc. welcomes back the Golf nameplate with the arrival of the sixth generation Golf.  “The Golf is an iconic nameplate for the Volkswagen Brand and it is known throughout the world,” said Mark Barnes, COO, Volkswagen of America, Inc. “The Golf is Volkswagen’s best selling global nameplate with more than 26 million units sold in over 120 countries.” “Making the change back to Golf is an important step in realigning with o

BMW Group Classic at Techno Classica 2009

This year BMW Group Classic marks a clutch of anniversaries at Techno Classica in Essen. BMW celebrates 80 years of automobile construction, the new BMW Z4 enjoys the distinguished company of the BMW Z1, Z3 and Z8, while the BMW 700 looks back 50 years to the time when it set the company back on track. The MINI brand, meanwhile, surveys a somewhat different history: it was 50 years ago that this small British car won over the hearts of motorists and rapidly emerged as a cult car. As ever, visitors will find all the

All-New Acura ZDX to Debut at New York International Auto Show

Acura announced it will debut a prototype of the all-new ZDX luxury four-door sport coupe at the New York International Auto Show. The prototype features striking coupe-like styling with the added benefit of a commanding presence and flexible utility to define a new luxury category. “The ZDX prototype is unlike anything you have ever seen before from Acura,” said Jeff Conrad, vice president, Acura sales. “The prototype showcases a new level of

new 2009 dodge challenger se rallye earns its stripes

New 2009 Dodge Challenger SE Rallye Earns Its Stripes

The all-new 2009 Dodge Challenger delivers the best of modern American muscle-car characteristics—unmistakable design, world-class handling, powerful engines and technology. The all-new 2009 Dodge Challenger SE Rallye adds even more pony car excitement with a responsive five-speed automatic transmission and bold accent

MTM TTS 2.0 TFSI S-Tronic - 380HP version

The second generation Audi TT is undoubtedly an inspirational challenge for our engineering team. mtm offers a variety of modifications and performance options specially developed with a s know how and passion for the TT. In addition to modification options for the engine, exhaust system, suspensions and brakes we also offer a head-turning sports body kit and the prominent 9-spoke bimoto performance alloy rims which together offer a striking visual enhancement. Our aim is to extend the emotional appeal of the TT an

2009 cadillac escalade platinum hybrid

2009 2009 Cadillac Escalade Platinum Hybrid

Cadillac has launched the 2009 Escalade Platinum Hybrid, the most technically advanced large luxury SUV yet, blending the exclusive features of the Platinum model with the fuel-saving powertrain of the Escalade Hybrid. It delivers 20 mpg in city driving – a 50-percent city mileage improvement over non-hybrid models. “This is the ultimate Escalade, combining the luxury features of the Platinum with the world’s first hybrid on a large luxury SUV,” said Mark McNabb, North America vice president,