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Vorsteiner Shows Mercedes-Benz C63 AMG V-FF 101

Vorsteiner Mercedes-Benz C63 AMG is impressive. Not only because of its superb 6.2-liter eight-cylinder V8 engine, but also because it sits on astounding new wheels an has some aero tweaks. But first, the engine produces 507 horsepower (420 kW) and 610 Nm (450 lb-ft) of torque. It accelerates the car effortlessly from 0 to 100 within 3.9 seconds. The car has an electronically-limited maximum speed of 250 mph.

Vorsteiner’s program for this Mercedes Benz C63 AMG includes front add-on spoiler and vent louver covers. Of course, they were made of nothing else but carbon fiber. The same material was also utilized for the front hood grill, front fender grill cover and side skirt panels. The boot lid replacement with integrated spoiler wing as well as the rear vented diffuser is also carbon.

The new side skirts with integrated vents for the rear brakes improve the cooling and the overall aerodynamics of the car. At the rear Vorsteiner not only added the aforementioned elements, but also there is also a quad sport exhaust system housed by a new redesigned diffuser.

At last, Vorsteiner Mercedes-Benz C63 AMG runs on the one-piece V-FF 101 Flow Forged wheels in Matte Black Finish. They come in size of 19×8.5 at the front and 19×10 at the rear, and are wrapped with Michelin Pilot Super Sports in 235/35/19 and 265/30/19 sizes.

Source: Vorsteiner

July 10, 2014

Vauxhall Reveals Fourth-Generation Corsa

2015 Vauxhall Corsa is the fourth-generation of the famous model which has been just revealed. The company has also announced that the new Corsa will reach production later this year. It will offer enhanced driveability, efficiency, comfort and practicality, and will be perfect for urban driving due to its compact exterior dimensions and clever use of cabin space. Although the fourth-gen model is almost identical in length to the current model, it retains its space utilization for occupants. Many changes have been made, and in fact nearly every other element of its design and engineering has been changed.

Precisely, every single body panel is new. The profile of the car has been overlaid with Brit Mark Adams’ sculptural design. It includes elements such as the ‘blade’ running across the lower door-sections. Inside, the new design can be seen on the instrument panel and dashboard.

New engine is the 1.0-litre three-cylinder ECOTEC Direct Injection Turbo. It will be available with either 90 hp (66 kW) or 115 hp (85 kW) outputs, each of which achieves 170 Nm (125 lb-ft) of torque from 1,800rpm.

A new version of Vauxhall’s 1.4 turbo engine will also be included in the engine range. It generates 100 hp (74 kW) and 200 Nm (148 lb-ft) of torque. Two naturally-aspirated petrol engines: 1.2- and a 1.4-litre, have been revised and adapted for the new Corsa. Additionally, also improved is the 1.3 CDTi diesel engine. Each of the engines can be coupled with either a six-speed manual or six-speed automatic gearbox.

In addition, the new Corsa features entirely redesigned chassis that rolling refinement, ride quality, precise handling and stability. As a matter of fact, the new chassis has no carry-over components from the current model and features new suspension components.

The vehicle has 5 mm lower centre of gravity. This aids stability and roll characteristics. More taut and precise handling is ensured by the stiffer front sub-frame and new front suspension geometry that features new knuckle joints.

Speed-sensitive electric power steering has been added and improvements have also been made to damper characteristics. The rear suspension has also been retuned. Furthermore, the new chassis is complemented by a wide range of driver safety systems that include: Hill Start Assist, Automatic Park Assist and Tyre Pressure Monitoring System.

Stepping inside, one sees that almost every element of the interior has been redesigned. The newly-designed instrument panel is themed around horizontal lines. 2015 Corsa will be also available with IntelliLink that operates through a 7-inch colour touchscreen.

Moreover, as a standard the car will include heated front seats, steering wheel and windscreen. It will also add soft-tone ambient lighting and a full-size panoramic roof. A wide range of new safety systems are also present. These include Side Blindspot Alert, High Beam Assist, Lane Departure Warning, bi-xenon lights and a rear-view camera.

2015 Vauxhall Corsa’s additional details and full pricing will be disclosed later this year.

Source: Vauxhall

July 9, 2014

LUMMA BMW CLR X6 R Will Be Ready In 2015

LUMMA BMW CLR X6 R is presented here only in draft design. The new F16 series is getting prepared and the designers and technicians at the tuning company are currently developing the first examples of the car. LUMMA CLR X6 R is scheduled to debut at the Geneva Motor Show in 2015. The most striking modification of the Sport Activity Coupe is its widebody transformation. The body kit that it is equipped with widens the car by 50 millimeters on each side thanks to the wheel arch enlargements with air boxes on both axles. This gives the BMW even more muscular stance.

In order to appropriately match the broad shoulders, the tuners developed a front spoiler bumper bar with integrated, shaded LED double lamps and the LUMMA-typical daytime running lights in two-fold design. The base of the front spoiler is made of carbon fiber. From the same material are made the base parts of the side skirts, which are then fitted with ventilation ducts.

At the back, what catches the eye immediately is the rear apron bumper bar with diffuser, which houses the four tail pipes of the sports exhaust system. In addition, the rear spoiler delivers improved downforce on the rear axle and is optically and aerodynamically complemented by a roof spoiler. The BMW also gets a new engine hood made of ultra-light carbon fiber. It features centrally-installed massive air vent, and deaeration systems on both sides.

LUMMA BMW CLR X6 R will also get performance boost via enlarged turbo-chargers, valve-controlled sports exhaust system with racing catalyzers and electronic optimization. The result will be an increase of horsepower from 450 hp (330 kW) to 590 hp (434 kW). The troque will be also raised from 650 Nm (478 lb-ft) to 850 Nm (627 lb-ft). Of course, the top speed will be also changed: from 250 km/h to 295 km/h.

The increased power will be transmitted onto the road with the help of special super sports LUMMA CLR Racing wheels. They measure 10×22 inches on the front axle and 12×22 inches on the rear axle. They come in the standard finishes of silver and matt black. The rims are fitted with Vredestein Ultrac Vorti tires in the dimensions of 295/30-22 and 335/25-22, at the front and rear respectively.

Going inside, it is visible that LUMMA Design did there extensive work. The tuners have used high-end materials such as fine leather and alcantara, decorated the seats in contrast colors, and embossed on them the LUMMA emblem. The new LUMMA developed seats also offer more side support and integrated airbags.

At the rear of the passenger’s compartment, there have been added individual sports seats. Even the safety belt was adapted to the color scheme. The BMW also gets velours floor mats and baggage trunk mat made of leather and fitted with the LUMMA crest logo. What rounds up the interior are the new aluminum pedal systems including foot rest.

Source: LUMMA Design

July 9, 2014

Exagon Motors Furtive-eGT To Be Shown At Hurlingham Club

Exagon Motors Furtive-eGT is a car we have seen only at the Geneva Motor Show and since then haven’t heard about it. However, there’s something going on around the futuristic sportscar. Precisely, it will be shown at the Salute to Style of the famous Hurlingham Club. Heralded by a 1960s-themed Bastille Day Ball on Wednesday 16 July, the event takes place over three days – from 17th till 19th of July. It will offer visitors a display of private luxury collections, that can’t be seen anywhere else.

The bespoke electric car was developed by Exagon that worked closely in cooperation with SAFT and Michelin. SAFT were to provide the latest generation Li-ion batteries, while Michelin took care for the axles and tyres, while the two purpose-built electric motors which are powering the car were delivered by Siemens.

Each of the electric motors is capable of generating over 400 horsepower. Furtive-eGT can thus accelerate from 0 to 100 km/h in only 3.5 seconds. Advanced materials based on Formula One technology were utilized in the development main carbon-fibre/honeycomb tub and the cast aluminum rear structure. The result is a very low weight of the entire body and excellent weight to stiffness ratio.

Every Furtive-eGT that has been made so far was specifically created for its owner. This means that each one has unique design and styling cues according to owner’s interpretation and wishes. In fact, since orders were open at its launch in Paris, there there has been an international waiting list for the car.

Source: Exagon Motors

July 9, 2014

Mitsubishi Adds SWB Barbarian To Shogun Line-Up

2014 Mitsubishi Shogun SWB Barbarian is the latest addition to the Shogun line-up. The SWB in the name of the car stands for short wheel base. The Barbarian edition is an example of the progressive evolution of company’s classic off-roading design philosophy. In addition, the vehicle combines four-wheel drive go-anywhere ability with bold and muscular styling. The Shogun has unique styling cues and it is instantly recognizable by its aggressive front grille. The latter incorporates a short front overhang, upright windscreen, strong high flanks, flared wheel-arches and rear-mounted spare wheel.

SWB Barbarian sits above the Shogun Warrior and includes additional features. It runs on 20” gloss black / silver dual colour Le Mans alloy wheels, and can be ordered in one of the following four exterior colors: the metallic Eiger Grey and Cool Silver, the pearlescent Black Pearl and the solid Frost White.

Inside, the new derivative includes L200 Barbarian style leather interior with carbon inserts, DAB digital radio, colour coded spare wheel cover and alloy pedal kit.

The only engine on offer is the 3.2-litre diesel one. It produces 197 horsepower (147 kW) and 441 Nm (325 lb-ft) of torque. It can be coupled with a five-speed manual or a five-speed automatic transmission.
Performance:

Engine type	In line4 cylinder 16-valve DOHC common rail diesel engine, turbocharger with intercooler	In line4 cylinder 16-valve DOHC common rail diesel engine, turbocharger with intercooler
Fuel system	Electronic common rail direct injection (DI-DC)	Electronic common rail direct injection (DI-DC)
Fuel type	Diesel	Diesel
Displacement cc	3200	3200
Bore/stroke mm	98.5 x 105	98.5 x 105
Compression ratio	16.0 : 1	16.0 : 1
Max. output kw (bhp) at rpm	147 (197) / 3800	147 (197) / 3800
Max. torque Nm (lb.ft) at rpm	441 (325) 2000	441 (325) 2000
Acceleration 0-62 mph secs	10.4	9.7
Maximum speed mph (kph)	111 (180)	111 (180)
Alternator V/A	12 – 130	12 – 130
Battery (12v) type	80D26L	80D26L

Emissions And Economy:

Co2 emissions g/km	216	207
Vehicle excise duty band	K	K
Vehicle excise duty – 1st year fee	£635	£635
Emission compliance	Oxidation catalytic converter + closed flow D.P.F	Oxidation catalytic converter + closed flow D.P.F
BIK tax band 2014/15 tax year	35%	35%
Economy – urban lts/100km (mpg)	10.0(28.2)	9.5(29.7)
Economy – extra urban lts/100km (mpg)	7.2(39.2)	6.9(40.9)
Economy – combined lts/100km (mpg)	8.2(34.4)	7.8(36.2)

Source: Mitsubishi

July 9, 2014

Honda Launches 2014 Civic Black Edition

2014 Honda Civic Black Edition has been launched only for the customers of United Kingdom. The new Civic model will be offered with either the 1.6 i-DTEC diesel or 1.8 i-VTEC petrol engines. Its styling combines a number of gloss black elements which lend the car dynamic and at the same time bold look. At the front and sides, we see black front and side skirts, while at the rear – there is a rear bumper garnish. These elements work together, thus contributing for a more aggressive profile.

Furthermore, the car also features an aluminium badge with the Black Edition logo and gloss black roof spoiler which additionally highlights car’s dynamic shape. Even more – the bold look is rounded out by harmoniously integrated covers for the side mirrors, gloss black fuel lid cover and black alloy wheels.

If the five-door hatchback is equipped with the 1.6 i-DTEC diesel engine, then it will deliver 120 hp (88 kW) and 300 Nm (221 lb-ft). On the other hand, driven by the 1.8 i-VTEC powertrain, the power of the new Honda model is rated at 142 hp (104 kW) and 174 Nm (128 lb-ft).

Of course, the diesel engine is more economically viable than the petrol one. It returns 78.5 mpg with CO2 emissions estimated at 94g/km. On the other hand, the petrol engine returns 46.3 mpg and has higher emissions at 145g/km.

Source: Honda

July 9, 2014

Hummer H2 By Vilner Is Perfect For The Summer

Hummer H2 has been restyled by the luxury tuning specialists at Vilner. They have given almost full treatment to the entire interior, ranging from the seats, to the dashboard, steering wheel and doors, as well as the ceiling. As a consequence, the dull grey interior color gave way to the contrast combination of black and yellow leathers, including nappa, shagreen and Alcantara. As you can see, the decoration inside is achieved by contrasting yellow stitching and embroidery in the same color.

The main theme of this Hummer H2 is the Chinese dragon, which is not considered evil in the Asian mythology. In fact, the Chinese dragon is a good creature that carries luck and wealth. According to ancient myths, the dragon is a symbol of man’s Jan nature, and thus it becomes a symbol of power, and it is even part of the emblem of the Chinese Han Dynasty.

Outside the dragon in the H2 is created with black foil, while inside – on the ceiling, doors, seats, glove box, it was made via fine embroidery in yellow. In addition, the chrome grille on the hood features black leather handles also finished in yellow contrasting stitching.

Furthermore, the seat belts are in yellow body color, the mileages are also yellow and their lightning is changed with LED diodes. Even the door pockets are wrapped in leather. At last, the giant Hummer H2 by Vilner rides on 26 inch wheels, which also adds to its attractiveness as a summer ride.

Hummer H2 By Vilner - Interior

July 8, 2014

Skoda Celebrates 40 Years At Rally Bohemia With Two Special Fabia Super 2000s

Two Skoda Fabia Super 2000 in 1974 race livery are getting prepared for the Rally Bohemia. This is where the company will celebrate its 40 years presence at the Rally Bohemia. The two vehicles that will race on the track are to carry the same livery as sported by the historic Skoda 180 RS and Skoda 200 RS rally cars. The cars will be driven by Jan Kopecký and Sepp Wiegand. Rally Bohemia will take place this weekend in the region around the city of Mladá Boleslav.

In fact, it is exactly the 40th birthday of the historic Skoda 180 RS and 200 RS. The two spectacular rally cars raced for the first time in June 1974. Their debut came at the Rally Skoda; ad exactly 40 years later, the current Fabia Super 2000s will feature the same livery as theirs.

180 RS and 200 RS are considered to be the founders of company’s successful RS history. Since 2000, the manufacturer has resurrected this tradition with RS versions for end user models.The RS stands for ‘Rally Sport’ and the fastest and most powerful production Octavia is Octavia RS.

Rally Bohemia has not only a historic significance for Skoda, but also it is important to it in terms of the brand’s future motorsport activities. For the first time, the European Championship leader Esapekka Lappi will test the new 1.6-litre turbo engine for the new Fabia R5 under race conditions. R5 will be equipped with the aforementioned engine in accordance with FIA regulations. This is the car will be used for competition in the R5 category at international rallies as of 2015.

Rally Bohemia will happen this weekend. There will be twelve special stages over an entire distance of exactly 150.66 kilometres. In fact, the Rally Bohemia is part of the International Czech Championship and Skoda is the main sponsor of the event.

Source: Skoda

July 8, 2014

Volvo XC90 To Be Driven By T8 Twin Engine

The gradual reveal of Volvo XC90 continues with additional information revealed by the Swedish automaker. Volvo has announced that its new SUV will offer combination of power and clean operation. It has also disclosed that the vehicle will be launched later this year. It will be an all-wheel drive seven seater, which is to deliver up to 400 horsepower (294 kW) but at the same time, it will also produce carbon dioxide (CO2) emissions of around 60 g/km on the NEDC driving cycle. This will make the future XC90 the first SUV offering this level of power this cleanly.

Precisely, the new model will offer a range of Drive-E engine options, all of which will provide an excellent combination of performance and fuel-efficiency. What makes the Drive-E engine range unique is that they are all four-cylinder engines. Volvo has made it possible for those units to provide all the driving pleasure associated with a bigger engine, and in addition to do so far more efficiently and cleanly.

The engine on the top of the range is the Twin Engine, which carry the badge ‘T8’ and be a plug-in electric car, hybrid car and high-performance car rolled into one. The default hybrid mode offers normal driving by using two-litre, four-cylinder supercharged and turbocharged Drive-E petrol engine. The latter powers the front wheels.

There is also an 80 hp (60 kW) electric motor which drives the rear wheels. It utilizes the supercharger to fill in the bottom end of the power range. The electric motor on the rear wheels also provides immediate torque.

Just one touch of the button is needed in order for the driver to switch to quiet and emission-free city driving on pure electric power. The range of the car on electric mode alone is estimated around 25 miles. When needed the vehicle immediately revert back to the combined capacity of the petrol engine and electric motor. Their combined output is around 400 hp (294 kW) and 640 Nm (472 lb-ft) of torque.

In the range of engines that will be offered in the new Volvo XC90 there will be also the D5 twin turbo diesel engine with 225 hp (165 kW) and 470 Nm (347 lb-ft). Its fuel consumption is estimated at 47 mpg on the combined cycle. The other engine is the D4 turbo diesel with 190 hp (140 kW) and 400 Nm (295 lb-ft). It offers a fuel consumption of around 56 mpg (combined cycle).

As a chassis, Volvo will use the Scalable Product Architecture (SPA). It will allow for far more flexibility inside the car. In addition, it will also create a far wider range of design possibilities and it will also improve driveability. SPA will benefit of the inclusion of the newest safety features and connected in-car technologies. What is more, it will also increase the space of the interior.

Source: Volvo

July 8, 2014

2014 Infiniti Q50 Adds Two-Litre Turbocharged Petrol Engine

2014 Infiniti Q50 made a debut at North American International Auto Show at the beginning of the year, showing to the visitors its full potential, beauty and luxury styling. The car features evolutionary design and features an aggressive front bumper, enlarged grille as well as distinctive headlights. The aerodynamics has been also enhanced and this means that the car returns enough mpg to make the customers happy. Engine range includes an upgraded 3.7-liter V6, a hybridized 3.7-liter V6 and turbocharged petrol units. Now, Infiniti is announcing that the Q50 2-litre petrol is available in its official dealerships.

The lightweight 1991cc turbocharged petrol 4-cylinder engine produces 211 horsepower (155 kW) and 350Nm (258 lb-ft) of torque. The power is transmitted through a seven-speed automatic transmission to the rear wheels. A wide torque band curve that begins at just 1250rpm assists the flexible and efficient driving.

In fact, the 2.0-litre direct injection petrol engine has been manufactured with the latest fuel efficient certified technology. It was also refined by Infiniti engineers and the result is that it delivers engaging throttle response.

The new engine joins the 2.2-litre direct injection turbo-diesel unit and the high-performance V6-configuration hybrid powertrains. Infiniti also disclosed that it plans over the next five years to increase its model range by 60 per cent and to double the number of its powertrains.

Infiniti Q50 petrol is scheduled to make its sales debut in Europe in autumn before rolling out to the rest of Infiniti’s global markets by year end.

Infiniti Q50 2.0-litre turbocharged petrol engine

Configuration	Inline four-cylinder, water cooled, forced induction
Capacity	1991cc
Compression ratio	9.8
Bore x stroke	83mm x 92mm
Induction system	Direct injection, Piezo injectors, intercooled turbocharged
Power	211PS / 214PS @ 5500rpm
Torque	236lb/ft / 350Nm @ 1250 – 3500rpm

Source: Infiniti

July 8, 2014

MTM Audi RS Q3 2.5 TFSI quattro

MTM Audi RS Q3 2.5 TFSI quattro has nothing to do with the original Audi Q3. The latter was more similar to a good family car then a sports one like this MTM creation. It is equipped with powerful engine is setting new standards. The reason for this is that it can produce 410 hp (302 kW) and 570 Nm (421 lb-ft) of torque. These numbers are due to the new modified engine management system – the M-Cantronic for the RS Q3 2.5 TFSI quattro, was specifically developed, built and installed at MTM.

Precisely, it is capable of 4.3 seconds acceleration time for the 0-100 km/h sprint. The top speed was also uprated and it is now 270 km/h. The M-Cantronic performs all it magic at the front end, which in turn has been optimized by an exhaust system tuned to the five-cylinder engine. There has been also added carbon fibre rear diffuser.

The front axle also includes drilled and internally ventilated 380 x 34 mm MTM brakes. The rear axle is served by the tried and tested production system. Furthermore, the appearance of MTM‘s latest creation is improved by Michelin tyres: the 275/35 R 20 Pilot Super Sport.

They were fitted onto the 9X20″ Bimoto wheels, and generously fil the wheel arches. At last, adaptive MTM chassis package gives the right balance between performance and comfort.

Source: MTM

July 8, 2014

Jaguar F-TYPE Project 7 Makes Dynamic Debut At Le Mans Classic

Jaguar F-TYPE Project 7 made an official world debut at Goodwood Festival of Speed just recently. Then details about it were released via an exclusive video. Now, the road-legal two-seater roadster is making a dynamic debut at the Le Mans Classic between 4th and 6th of July. There F-TYPE Project 7 will complete demonstration laps on the race track. This model is the most powerful and fastest production Jaguar ever built, and it is the first project of Jaguar Land Rover‘s newly established Special Operations division.

Its construction is all aluminum and also includes carbon-fiber aerodynamic aids, a unique suspension tuning and it with 80kg less in weight when in comparison to the concept model on which it is based. The car is powered by 5.0-litre supercharged V8 engine, which produces 575 hp (423 kW) and 680 Nm (502 lb-ft) of torque.

Carbon Ceramic brakes, Torque Vectoring by Braking and race-inspired seats are all included as a standard. In fact, at the official world premiere of the car at Goodwood, customer’s interest of exceeded the intended production run of a maximum of 250 units.

Furthermore, Jaguar celebrates this year D-type’s 60th anniversary. For this purpose, the F-TYPE Project 7 will complete its demonstration laps alongside the very first D-type ever built and with examples of the all-new F-TYPE R Coupe. The drivers behind the wheel are going to be 1988 Jaguar Le Mans winner Andy Wallace, Richard Meaden, Gary Pearson and Chris Harris.

2014 Jaguar F-TYPE Project 7 Technical Specifications:

ENGINE & TRANSMISSION
Engine capacity (cc)	5000
Cylinders	8
Valves per cylinder	4
Compression ratio	9.5:1
Bore/stroke (mm)	92.5/93.0
Bore/stroke (inches)	3.64/3.66
Transmission	8-speed ‘Quickshift’ ZF 8HP70
PERFORMANCE
0-60mph (sec) 1	3.8
0-100km/h (sec) 1	3.9
Top speed (mph) 1	186, electronically limited
Top speed (km/h) 1	300, electronically limited
Power (HP@rpm)	575@6500
Torque (lb ft@rpm)	502@2500-5500
Wheels	20-inch ‘Storm’ alloy, in gloss black
Tires – size	255/35/20 (front) 295/30/20 (rear)

Source: Jaguar

July 4, 2014

Author: Lidia Todorova