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mercedes-benz debuts the all new s 600 guard armored vehicle

Mercedes-Benz debuts the all new S 600 Guard armored vehicle

Mercedes-Benz has added a new model to its line of special protection models, this time coming to us as the S 600 Guard. The new car provides all-round protection that covers the VR9 resistance class but at the same time keeps the level of comfort to the traditionally high Mercedes-Benz level. There’s also a powerful V12 gasoline engine, intelligent driver assistance systems and an outstanding AIRMATIC suspension that will provide you with ev

bonhams to show ultra-rare ferrari 250 gto

Bonhams to show ultra-rare Ferrari 250 GTO

The UK auction house Bonhams will preview an example of perhaps the most famous and sought-after classic race car ever – the 1962 Ferrari 250 GTO. The event will take place at the Monterey Pre-Reunion on August 9 and August 10. The classic race car, of which only 39 were constructed, will be shown in the Bonhams hospitality area at Mazda Raceway Laguna Seca where the historic car racing is taking place. The Ferrari in question carries the chassis number 3851GT and comes from the Maranello Rosso Collection an

hyundai motor describes new i20 model

Hyundai Motor describes new i20 model

The Korean automaker Hyundai Motor has unveiled the first design pictures of the upcoming new i20 model. According to the company the new version of Hyundai’s popular B-segment model comes with the brand’s “Fluidic Sculpture 2.0” design philosophy and sports a sophisticated and distinctive design. The long hood and generous shape create a powerful stance for New Generation i20. The body sides are sculpted yet the overall architecture is clear and simple, with the cabin sitting cleanly on

2014 mitsubishi lancer named “top safety pick”

2014 Mitsubishi Lancer named “Top Safety Pick”

Owners of the 2014 Mitsubishi Lancer compact sports sedan have a new reason to be happy with their cars – the US Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS) has named the car “Top Safety Pick”. The Ralliart and Evolution models are not covered by this award, though. To name the 2014 Mitsubishi Lancer compact s

2015 honda odyssey - us price $28,975

2015 Honda Odyssey - US Price $28,975

2015 Honda Odyssey is now available on the market with a starting Manufacturers Suggested Retail Price (MSRP) of $28,975. The MPV was the top selling minivan with individual (retail) car buyers in the U.S. in 2013 and in the first five months of 2014. The study based on new-vehicle registration statistics from IHS Automotive. 2015 Odyssey comes with a number of upgrades including the acclaimed in-vehicle vacuum cleaner, the HondaVAC™, featured on the Odyssey Touring Elite. Other upgrades

acura tlx gt race car

Acura TLX GT Race Car

Acura Motorsports has unveiled the new 2015 Acura TLX GT Race Car in Pirelli World Challenge competition. It held at American Honda's "home" circuit, the Mid-Ohio Sports Car Course, in the hands of RealTime Racing owner/driver Peter Cunningham. Cunningham has driven the Acura in a pair of Pirelli World Challenge events during a doubleheader race weekend. The Pirelli World Challenge series supports with the Honda Indy 200 Verizon IndyCar Series weekend at Mid-Ohio. "We're excited to deb

skoda extends monte carlo line-up

Skoda Extends Monte Carlo Line-up

Skoda has unveiled an extended line-up of Monte Carlo Special Editions. Due to high customer demands, the automaker will include Citigo Monte Carlo, Yeti Monte Carlo, Rapid Spaceback Monte Carlo, which are expected to hit the market in autumn 2014. The small Citigo special edition model comes with new body graphics, some black exterior accents and a set of 15” alloy wheels fitted with corresponding tires. There are also tinted windows and a sport-tuned suspension reducing the ride height

2015 audi q3 - us price $32,500

2015 Audi Q3 - US Price $32,500

Audi US has announced the pricing of the small-crossover Q3. The entry-level model Premium Plus with FWD is priced from $32,500 and the top-of-range Prestige Quattro is $38,500. The stylish Q3 comes with a rich standard equipment offering good value for money. It also offers an excellent balance of agility and functionality. The engine range includes a 2.0 liter four-cylinder TFSI with 6-speed Tip-Tronic transmission – 211HP (155 kW) at 5,000RPM and 300Nm (222 lb-ft) of torque at just 1,8

vorsteiner shows-off with obsidian black mercedes-benz cls63 amg

Vorsteiner Shows-Off With Obsidian Black Mercedes-Benz CLS63 AMG

This Obsidian Black Vorsteiner Mercedes-Benz CLS63 AMG looks fantastic, and this is clearly visible in the latest photoshoot which the Californian tuners have done. This new project includes a lot of carbon fiber aerodynamic components which are from company’s program for the CLS63. In addition, Vorsteiner gave this vehicle a set of 21” 3-piece forged wheels, which were fitted specifically for the W218 platform. Although the specialists did no

citroen ds3 cabrio dstyle by benefit special edition - price £18,745

Citroen DS3 Cabrio DStyle by Benefit Special Edition - Price £18,745

Citroen and Benefit Cosmetics has released another special edition model. This time based on the DS3 Cabrio Dstyle VTi 120 coming with a number of nice upgrades. The limited edition model is already available on the market with pricing starting from £18,745. The exterior boasts a Polar White paint finish, with a black fabric roof and Fuchsia Pink touches for the door mirrors and wheel centre caps. There is also a “Gabbi’s Head” logo on the

mtm squeezes extra 60 hp from audi s3 2.0 tfsi quattro

MTM Squeezes Extra 60 HP From Audi S3 2.0 TFSI quattro

MTM tuning company is mainly famous with the power enhancements that it makes. Being German based, MTM is favoring mostly locally created vehicles. In fact, the philosophy of the tuners is not to leave a single car exiting their performance centre without being sportier and superior. Such is the case with its latest pr

mercedes-benz s-class pullman [leak images]

Mercedes-Benz S-Class Pullman [leak images]

Telegraaf has published several leak images of the all-new Mercedes-Benz S-Class Pullman. The super-luxurious limousine will be the top-of-range model and will obviously substitute the famous Maybach models. The model dates from February 2013, when the German manufacturer has registered the drawings in the United States Patent and Trademark Office. The Pullman model is practically a stretched S-Class with an overall length of whopping 6.4 meters (252“), which is longer than the large Maybach 62 (6.2 meters).