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first look: mini superleggera vision concept

First Look: MINI Superleggera Vision Concept

MINI Superleggera Vision Concept is an exclusive interpretation of an open-top two-seater. It was created by MINI and Touring Superleggera. A classic roadster and a compact and agile two-seater, this car expresses minimalism and emotional style. In addition, it features an electric drivetrain, classic Italian body construction and hand-shaped metal sheeting. The exterior and interior elements have been reduced to the optimum level, in order to deliver a clear focus on the distinctive driving experience. High-end ma

bmw i8 - innovative technologies

BMW i8 - Innovative Technologies

BMW has published a nice promotional video of the incredible i8 hybrid sports car. It features a lot of Efficient Dynamics technologies, which aim to make the vehicle faster and more economical. Weight saving is one of the key characteristics, so the BMW i8 is able to combine dynamics and efficiency. 2014 BMW i8 is powered by a 1.5 liter three-cylinder TwinPower Turbo petrol engine – 231HP (170 kW) and 320Nm (236 lb-ft) powering the rear wheels and an electric motor – 131HP (96 kW) and 25

minitune enhances mini cooper s r56

Minitune Enhances Mini Cooper S R56

Minitune Mini Cooper S R56 is a project of a brand new company, which is committed completely to the enhancing of vehicles of the model portfolio of the German premium compact car producer with British roots. Via a new body kit, wheels and performance boost the tuners have tailored a fashionable outfit for this Mini. To be more precise, the company’s Minitune body kit consists of a front spoiler bumper bar with big inlets, a black front grill, side skirts and a rear apron in diffuser optics and

lamborghini 5-95 zagato at concorso d'eleganza villa d'este [video]

Lamborghini 5-95 Zagato at Concorso d'Eleganza Villa d'Este [video]

Lamborghini exhibited a one-off 5-95 Zagato at last weekend’s Concorso d'Eleganza Villa d'Este. Zagato is celebrating its 95th anniversary with a special project based on the Lamborghini Gallardo LP570-4. The car is commissioned by the collector - Albert Spiess. The exterior features a lot of typical for Zagato styling cues such as double bubble roof, wind deflector as well as new side intakes, shortened chassis and a sense of energy throu

2015 infiniti qx50 and qx70 - u.s. pricing announced

2015 Infiniti QX50 And QX70 - U.S. Pricing Announced

2015 Infiniti QX70 and QX50 are two extremely beautiful and luxury SUVs which are currently available in dealerships across the United States. The QX70 will go to its customers equipped with the 3.7-liter V6 engine, offering a rear-wheel drive and all-wheel drive derivative. In addition, this model also can offer even

skoda yeti xtreme concept debuts at woerthersee

Skoda Yeti Xtreme Concept Debuts At Woerthersee

Skoda Yeti Xtreme Concept is a compact SUV with rally car ambitions. It is dynamic thanks to its engine, all-wheel drive and DSG, height-adjustable chassis and Octavia RS brakes. In addition, it features a rally car inspired interior that boasts aluminium floor panel, Recaro sports seats, carbon fibre trim, ‘Super Sports’ steering wheel, iPad cradle, fire extinguisher, off-road and rally equipment. Just as the Skoda CitiJet Design Concept, this is the second concept vehicle, which the visitors of Woerthersee Festiv

porsche panamera turbo s exclusive - jet black metallic

Porsche Panamera Turbo S Exclusive - Jet Black Metallic

Porsche Exclusive has unveiled the specially customized Panamera Turbo S finished in epic Jet Black Metallic paint. The Individual program of the manufacturer has already released special Boxster S, Macan S and 911 Turbo and now it is turn of Panamera Turbo S. The four-door coupe boasts extreme exterior featurin

kahn shows volcanic grey range rover evoque rs sport

Kahn Shows Volcanic Grey Range Rover Evoque RS Sport

Kahn Range Rover Evoque RS Sport shows performance-oriented design from the outside, while on the inside - exceptional interior trim. The vehicle has been refined by the highly skilled specialists at A. Kahn Design. For this project they have used a combination of hi-tech materials and artisan craftsmanship. The lightw

audi s3 limousine by sr performance

Audi S3 Limousine By SR Performance

SR Performance Audi S3 Limousine is a low attitude racer. It features a striking lowering modification through a special KW coilover kit. In addition, the kit also includes an adjustable suspension strut bearing on the front axle. For this massive lowering SR Performance just had to add huge wheels, that will harmonize with vehicles new appearance. The 8.5x20-inch forged wheels in 10-spoke V-design were initially created for S3 bigger brother A6 4G, but they also fit perfectly here as well.

2014 lexus nx - price and specs

2014 Lexus NX - Price and Specs

Lexus is going to offer the new NX, which is the manufacturer’s first mid-size crossover. Initially, it will be available only as a full hybrid NX 300h, but later next year, it will be joined by NX 200t - the first model to adopt Lexus’s new 2.0-litre petrol turbo engine. Sharply styled and offering true Lexus quality and refinement, the NX will open up new opportunities for the brand in an expanding and popular part of the premium car market. NX will be the first model to feature Lexu

bmw 4-series gran coupe individual frozen cashmere silver

BMW 4-Series Gran Coupe Individual Frozen Cashmere Silver

BMW has unveiled a 435i Gran Coupe Individual Frozen Grey in Bilbao, Spain.  The color emphasize on the sporty and elegant lines of the stylish vehicle. The 4-Series Gran Coupe is available in four trim levels - Luxury, Modern, Sport and M-Sport. In addition to many familiar colors, such as Glacier Silver, Alpin

2015 chevrolet impala - us price $27,735

2015 Chevrolet Impala - US Price $27,735

Chevrolet has unveiled the 2015 Impala, which is expected to hit the market in the summer with pricing starting from $27,735 (including an $825 destination charge) for the entry level LS model. The top-of-ragen LT trim level with six-cylinder engine is priced at $30,960. 2015 Chevrolet Impala will come with a start/stop system as standard on 2.5 liter Ecotec four-cylinder engine – 195HP (145 kW) and 253Nm (187 lb-ft) of torque. It will enable the sedan to return an EPA-estimated 22 mpg US in city, 31 mpg US