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kahn land rover defender xs 90 chelsea wide track edition

Kahn Land Rover Defender XS 90 Chelsea Wide Track Edition

Kahn Land Rover Defender XS 90 Chelsea Wide Track Edition is the latest creation of the luxury tuning specialists at A. Kahn Design. The model is in special Fuji White/ Matt Pearl Grey color and is equipped with XS 90 2.2 TDCI engine. One of the key factors in the development of this emblematic Land Rover model was

2014 subaru forester first vehicle to ace iihs safety test [video]

2014 Subaru Forester First Vehicle To Ace IIHS Safety Test [VIDEO]

2014 Subaru Forester has just received a Top Safety Pick+ (TSP+) award from IIHS (Insurance Institute for Highway Safety). In fact, this is the first vehicle to ace every aspect of the front crash test and is the only (from 13 other vehicles) to earn an overall rating of good in the test. Being entirely redesigned and reengineered the new Forester proved that it now can deliver improved protection for people in cases of frontal crashes. This a

chrysler showing current srt lineup in an exciting tour

Chrysler Showing Current SRT Lineup In An Exciting Tour

For the third year in a row the SRT Tour will present the latest high performance vehicles from Chrysler’s Street and Racing Technology. The brand will unleash four SRT vehicles on a cross-country journey. The SRT Tour will be three month long and will showcase the current SRT lineup. The featured vehicles are Dodge

2013 audi rs 4 avant - 450hp and 430nm

2013 Audi RS 4 Avant - 450HP and 430Nm

Audi has presented the new 2013 RS4 Avant, which is powered by a naturally aspirated V8 FSI. The family touring car managed to win “Most Popular High Performance Car” award in 2013 Honest John Awards. “While crossovers and family hatchbacks may seem the obviously popular markets, performance and sports cars take a big share of views on honestjohn.co.uk – usually the more powerful the better.”, said Dan Harrison, Editor of honestjohn.co.uk. “And it’s easy to see why the thunderously qui

2013 suzuki sx4 2.0 ddis 4wd - 53.3 mpg uk

2013 Suzuki SX4 2.0 DDiS 4WD - 53.3 mpg UK

2013 Suzuki SX4 Crossover is the Best Real MPG Perforamnce according to honestjohn.co.uk. The SX4 range was voted by owners as the car that came closest to achieving the EC combined figure in everyday driving, recording an average score of 97.1 %. The combined fuel consumption for the 1.6 petrol 2WD is 45.6 mpg and the 2.0 DDiS 4WD model is 53.3mpg. The engine range includes a 1.6 petrol engine with either two or four wheel drive or with the 2.0 DDiS engine as four wheel drive. The 1.6 SZ3 two wheel drive

magnetic specification adds to peugeot rcz range

Magnetic Specification Adds To Peugeot RCZ Range

Attractive Peugeot RCZ is being launched. Its name is Magnetic Limited Edition and undoubtedly will strongly seduce many fans of the French brand. It includes a wide range of standard luxury equipment and will be available in two exterior colors – black and white. In addition, the interior not only will offer high technology features but also will exude exclusivity thanks to its bespoke leather color-themed interior. As a matter of fact, this Peugeot RCZ Magnetic adds on the equipment of the ‘Sport’ specificatio

2014 gmc sierra pick-up with improved aerodynamics

2014 GMC Sierra Pick-Up With Improved Aerodynamics

2014 GMC Sierra full-size pick-up truck will now offer its customers new and exclusive designe changes as well as enhanced interior quietness. The vehicle has spent more development time in a wind tunnel than any GMC pickup thus achieving the afore mentioned changes as well as better fuel economy. The improved airfl

opel astra 1.6 liter sidi turbo - 170hp and 280nm

Opel Astra 1.6 liter SIDI Turbo - 170HP and 280Nm

Opel Astra is now available with a new 1.6 liter SIDI Turbo petrol engine. It produces 170HP (125 kW) and 280Nm (206 lb-ft) of torque. The new SIDI replaces the old 1.6 liter Turbo and provides an additional 50Nm compared to its predecessor. What is more, the torque availability has dropped from 2,200RPM to just 1,650RPM resulting in lower fuel consumption and much nicer to drive. The engine is connected to a new 6-speed manual gearbox or an optional low-friction 6-speed automatic with Active Select Funct

aston martin enters 24 hours of nurburgring with three race cars

Aston Martin Enters 24 Hours of Nurburgring With Three Race Cars

The ADAC Zurich 24 Hours of Nürburgring is going to happen this weekend, where the British automotive icon Aston Martin is going to participate with three different race cars. The first one to enter is the international championship-winning V12 Vantage GT3, the second one – Hybrid Hydrogen Rapide S and the last – the close-to-production specification V12 Vantage. At the N24 the brand is going to celebrate its anniversary by entering a front-ru

mitsubishi to enter 2013 pikes peak international hill climb

Mitsubishi To Enter 2013 Pikes Peak International Hill Climb

Mitsubishi jut announced that it is going to take part in the 2013 Pikes Peak International Hill Climb. The event will be held from 25th of June until the 30th of June. The company will compete with their new Mitsubishi MiEV Evolution II All-Electric Prototype. Mitsubishi’s team will consist of two of the new all-electric four-wheel drive (4WD) racecars and the goal pf course is to achieve the first place in the race. In addition, the company

bmw f06 ///m6 grancoupe launch edition

BMW F06 ///M6 GranCoupe Launch Edition

BMW has announced a limited edition M6 GranCoupe in Canada. A select group of customers recently travelled to the BMW Welt International Delivery Centre to take delivery of their all-new 2014 BMW M6 Gran Coupé Individual Launch Edition vehicles. The exterior boasts exclusive Pure Metal Silver paintwork, while the exterior gets two-tone leather upholstery with Merino Silverstone seat centres. Other highlights include Piano Black trim and a Bang & Olufsen premium audio system. After

abt audi r8 v10 -  600hp and 550nm

ABT Audi R8 V10 - 600HP and 550Nm

ABT Sportsline has announced their latest project based on 2014 Audi R8 V10. The super sports car boasts both styling and performance modifications. The exterior comes with a new front spoiler and modified grille, a pair of new side skirts, a bigger rear wing and a rear skirt. There is also a custom sports exhaust system made from stainless steel and a set of new 19” alloy wheels fitted with 235/35 R19 front and 305/30 R19 rear performance tires. The 5.2 liter FSI V10 is boosted to 600