Author: Lidia Todorova

  • Honda Jazz Type R, Ford Ka ST, Volkswagen up! GTi and the BMW M i3 are the craziest vehicles you’ll see this weekend!

    Volkswagen up! GTi front viewImagine that you could drive a Honda Jazz, but with a Type R specification and look; or a BMW i3, but beautified and powered by the M Division. It might sound crazy, but the world we live in makes every imagination a reality. Especially in the virtual reality. We have received these crazy renderings, which show four seriously unlikely hot hatches. And although you might not be into this kind of endeavor, I promise it is worth the view!The images depict four of the most famous hatches out there, done with the thought that under their hood sleeps a powerful engine. The list includes Honda Jazz Type R, Ford Ka ST, Volkswagen up! GTi and the BMW M i3

    SEE ALSO: Honda Adds New Sport Variant to the Civic Lineup

    Volkswagen Up! GTi

    Starting with the Volkswagen up! GTi, this is probably one of the most unthinkable projects to have a production variant. The design shown in the render was inspired by the historical Golf GTi. The designer has envisioned the up! GTi powered by the engine that drives the turbocharged VW Mk7 Golf GTi capable of 217 horsepower. A true rocket!

    Honda Jazz Type R

    Honda Jazz Type R front viewAs a huge fan of Honda and specifically of Type R, I find this project very cute and at the same time crazy to grasp as a reality. “Small but fast” was the obvious idea behind this render. Envisioned with the legendary VTEC engine under the hood, along with a huge aero kit, this Jazz is ready to blow away any speed-addict within the blink of the eye.

    Ford Ka ST

    Ford Ka ST side viewThe Ford Ka ST is not only small, but very good looking, and in fact looks a lot like a Ford Focus ST on this image. It is probably the best picture among four, which would make the perfect production vehicle. Its advantages are that it is small in size, low in weight and filled with lots of power from its turbo engine! In other words it is everything that is worth adding the “ST” letters behind the name.

    BMW M i3

    BMW M i3 front viewAt last but not least comes the BMW M i3, which is no longer electric, but a proud hybrid. This picture shows how the hot-rodded performance variant of everybody’s favorite Teutonic battery-powered city car would look like. And since it wears the famous M badge, you can expect performance miracles. In addition, the BMW on the render is fitted with rough bodykit, sports suspension and buckets.So, which one do you like the best? And would you like to see such production variant in the future?

  • This is what happens when you take a Lamborghini for a mountain ride [w/video]

    Jon Olsson Lamborghini Murcielago front viewLamborghini Murcielago is not the car that you would put to the extreme mountain conditions, isn’t it? Not if you are Jon Olsson. The professional free-skier has done what many might think heretical and the good news is that everything is captured in a 15-minutes long video (awesome!), which you can watch below.

    Taking the heavily modified Lamborghini Murcielago on the top of a mountain wasn’t an easy task. Although Olsson is most of the time lucky in his crazy endeavors and is usually ending up “killing it”, this time the mountain refused to give the team any kind of hard snow to drive on. Eventually, they had to give up.

    SEE ALSO: Jon Olsson is ready for Gumball 3000 with a fierce Audi RS6 

    Despite that the professional athlete thinks that this was a “huge failure”, the video and pictures from the adventure are worth to view, so that you can decide whether it is so. The best thing is that he is actually searching for new location to try this again.

    Jon Olsson Lamborghini Murcielago side view

    To make everything that you see in the video possible, team Overkill had to convert the Lambo in several ways. First, the all-wheel-drive supercar had to become with rear-wheel configuration. Then, Olsson added Mad Max wheels, fitted with extremely wide wheels on top of which he added spikes. At last, we should mention the heavy modification done on the 6.5-liter V12 engine (specifics aren’t available). Enjoy the video!

    Wait a minute! Olsson’s brand new project Lamborghini Huracan is going to be revealed very soon. What we know so far is that it will wear more than just the military inspired foil-wrap and a roof box. Stay tuned!

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    Video Source: YouTube 

    Source: Jon Olsson 

  • 6,506 potential customers get the chance to own the EcoBoost-powered Ford GT

    Ford GT front viewRevealed more than a year ago, the new Ford GT has caught the interest of many people around the world. The evidence is that more than 200,000 fans have visited the official virtual configurator and have built the Ford GT of their dreams. From this number of people, around 10,800 showed interest online in buying the new EcoBoost-powered carbon-infused supercar. The result is the following: Ford received 6,506 fully completed applications from people around the world in one month during the first application window.

    An intriguing fact, is six days before the window closed, the number of applicants spiked which 32 per cent. Since only 500 hundred of these 6,506 “wanna-have-Ford-GT”s will be actually chosen to purchase the car, hundreds of registrants submitted videos with their applications with the hope to increase their chances.

    SEE ALSO: Ford’s Latest GT Supercar Is Named Official Vehicle of CES 2016

    Some of the creative videos feature children, lighting effects, racing footage, revving engines, garage tours and life stories. And all of them made with a single purpose – to explain why they should own the new Ford GT.

    Ford GT side view

    What happens now? Ford is actually reviewing the applications and will start notifying potential owners in the next 90 days. After the car is finally purchased, it is expected to start arriving in customers’ garages by the end of this year.

    Ford GT is a lightweight carbon-fiber supercar powered by the most potent EcoBoost production engine ever. The twin-turbocharged 3.5-liter EcoBoost V6 generates more than 600 horsepower and features a wide powerband with impressive time-to-torque characteristics and remarkable efficiency. The EcoBoost V6 will be coupled with a seven-speed dual-clutch transaxle.

    The new GT supercar has rear-wheel drive and a sleek, aerodynamic, two-door coupe body shell made of carbon fiber and aluminum. In addition, the aerodynamic efficiency is one of the key characteristics of the vehicle. All of this is backed up by the 20-inch multispoke wheels shod with Michelin Pilot Super Sport Cup tires and carbon-ceramic brake discs.

    Source: Ford 

  • Playboy’s 2016 Playmate of the year wins 2017 Fiat 124 Spider

    2017 Fiat 124 Spider & Eugena Washington front view2017 Fiat 124 Spider is the new jewel, which will be a cohort of Playboy’s 2016 Playmate of the Year, Eugena Washington. The accomplished model and actress from Palmdale, California won the title and along with it, the seductive beauty queen also received $100,000 USD in prize money as well as two-year lease on the 2017 Fiat 124 Spider. Washington is currently featured on the cover and included within a 10-page pictorial inside Playboy’s June 2016 issue.

    The latest 124 Spider has been revealed in November 2015. The aim behind it is to bring its classic Italian styling and performance to a new generation. In addition, it delivers the ultimate Italian roadster experience.

     SEE ALSO: 2017 Fiat 124 Spider Elaborazione Abarth: What to Expect? 

    Driven by the trustworthy 1.4-liter MultiAir Turbo 4-cylinder engine, the car is capable of producing 160hp (117kW) of power and 250 Nm (184 lb-ft) of torque. The unit is connected to either a six-speed manual gearbox or an automatic one, which drive the rear-wheels. Other contributors for the driving pleasure are the special suspension with double-wishbone layout in front and multi-link in the rear.

    2017 Fiat 124 Spider and Eugena Washington up close

    The car is offered with two trim levels: Classica and Lusso, each of which comes with a choice of six exterior colors: Rosso Passione (Red Clear Coat), Bianco Gelato (White Clear Coat), Nero Cinema (Jet Black Metallic), Grigio Argento (Gray Metallic), Grigio Moda (Dark Gray Metallic) and Bronzo Magnetico (Bronze Metallic). The Lusso trim is also available with the special Bianco Perla (Crystak White Pearl).

    The interior, which the newest Playmate will enjoy, is created with that well-known Italian spirit, It is both cozy and functional. Being a driver or a passenger, she will take a pleasurable within all the premium soft-touch materials, ergonomics, the easily operated steering wheel and the smooth feel of the pedals.

    Congratulations Eugena Washington, you’ve just got yourself a brand new jewel to take care of!

    Source: Fiat 

  • Volkswagen & Beats Electronics proudly present Polo Beats with 300-watt sound capability

    Volkswagen Polo Beats Special Edition front viewVolkswagen has just announced the market release of the Polo Beats Special Edition. Developed within the collaboration with the audio specialist Beats Electronics, this small car is actually capable of fantastic sounds. The fresh styling cues are also a benefit. Here are the details.

    The Sound System

    The unique sound system comprises of 300-watt, eight-channel amplifier featuring a digital signal processor (DSP).  The latter delivers high-performance audio processing of the seven high-end loudspeakers. The speaker’s location is the following: two tweeters in the A-pillars, two woofers in the front doors, two broadband speakers in the back with a subwoofer integrated into the spare wheel well.

    The Fresh Looks

    Some of the exterior styling cues, which are standard for all Polos are also fitted here. These include the 16-inch ‘Knight’ alloy wheels. Differentiations are the darkened rear light clusters and 65 % tinted rear windows; the ‘High Gloss Black’ radiator grille and the ‘Flash Red’ graphics, ‘Pure White’ or ‘Black’ door mirrors with integrated indicators. To shw the significance of the model, there is unique ‘Beats’ badge on the B-pillar.

    SEE ALSO: OXIGIN Volkswagen Golf 7 GTI Clubsport is a piece of art

    In terms of the interior, the Polo Beats is equipped with ‘Cortina Silver’ trim on the centre console and air vent surrounds; leatherette door panels and chrome trim; carpet mats with red stitching, and ‘Beats’ sill protectors on the doors. The seats are  sporty and they feature Alcantara side bolsters and a special ‘Beats’ cloth centre section, while the seatbelts add to their design thin vertical red stripes.

    Volkswagen Polo Beats Special Edition rear view

    The EngineRange

    Polo Beats Edition will be offered with three- or five-door configuration. Customers can also choose among three petrol units and one diesel engine (specifications are included in the table below).

    Volkswagen Polo Beats is available to order now with a starting price of £13,910.

    Volkswagen Polo Beats Pricing
    Engine Transmission No. of doors Power CO₂ (g/km) OTR Price
    1.0 BMT Five-speed manual Three-door 60 106* £13,910.00
    1.0 BMT Five-speed manual Five-door 60 106* £14,540.00
    1.0 BMT Five-speed manual Three-door 75 108* £14,435.00
    1.0 BMT Five-speed manual Five-door 75 108* £15,065.00
    1.2 TSI BMT Five-speed manual Three-door 90 107* £15,055.00
    1.2 TSI BMT Five-speed manual Five-door 90 107* £15,685.00
    1.2 TSI BMT Seven-speed auto DSG Three-door 90 109* £16,430.00
    1.2 TSI BMT Seven-speed auto DSG Five-door 90 109* £17,060.00
    1.4 TDI BMT Five-speed manual Three-door 75 93* £16,120.00
    1.4 TDI BMT Five-speed manual Five-door 75 93* £16,750.00

    Source: Volkswagen 

  • Lotus commemorates 50 years since Hethel opening with Evora 400 Hethel Edition

    Lotus Evora 400 Hethel Edition front viewTo mark the 50 years since the foundation of the famous factory in Hethel, Lotus is releasing a limited Hethel Edition model based on the Evora 400. The car will be offered within three exclusive exterior colors and three trim options, respectively. Precisely, the colors to choose from are Essex Blue, Motorsport Black, and Racing Green. When it comes to the interior, one can opt for either black or red leather or Alcantara interior trim, which is in dependency of the bodywork color.

    Furthermore, every Hethel Edition 400 comes with lightweight silver forged aluminium wheels, behind which are positioned contrasting brake callipers. Car’s look is rounded out by bespoke graphics. A commemorative build plate will show the significance of the car.

    SEE ALSO: Evora 410: What Makes it Better Than the Predecessor?

    In terms of performance, this limited edition car combines the strength of the high performance Lotus and its unique chassis. At just 1,395kg, the model is an example of efficient engineering. As a matter of fact, the weight is an achievement of Lotus’ Lightweight Laboratory concept.

    Lotus Evora 400 Hethel Edition rear view

    Being 42 kg lighter than its predecessor, the limited edition Evora 400 accelerates from 0-60 mph in just 4.1 seconds (0-100 km/h in 4.2 seconds) and delivers a top speed of 186 mph (300 km/h). Of course, here helps the supercharged and charge-cooled, mid-mounted, 3.5-litre V6 engine, which generates 400 hp (294 kW) and 410 Nm (303 lb-ft) of torque.

    Just like its siblings, the car has been hand-built; passenger space was improved, thus providing more legroom and wider rear seats. In addition, the added changes to the Evora 400 have increased the size of the door aperture, making it easier to enter the car.

    Being the first in a series of special editions, Hethel Edition Evora 400 is marking the important milestone in the company’s history. What is more, the car also demonstrates how customers can personalize their vehicle through the Lotus Exclusive programme.

    Lotus Evora 400 Hethel Edition interior

    Lotus Evora 400 Hethel Edition Technical Specification:

    PERFORMANCE MANUAL AUTOMATIC
    • Max power
    400 hp at 7000 rpm (406 PS) (298 kW)
    • Max torque
    302 lbft at 3500 rpm (410 Nm)
    • 0-60 mph
    4.1 seconds 4.1 seconds
    • 0-100 km/h
    4.2 seconds 4.2 seconds
    • Max speed
    186 mph (300 km/h) 174 mph (280 km/h)
    Fuel Consumption mpg (l/100 km)
    • Urban
    20.8 [13.6] 20.0 [14.1]
    • CO2 emissions
    225 g/km 225 g/km
    • Unladen weight
    1395 kg 1407 kg
    • Aerodynamic downforce at 150mph
    32 kg 32 kg

     

    Lotus Evora 400 Hethel Edition Pricing:

    • UK (Pound Sterling)
    £75,500
    • Germany (Euros)
    €100,500
    • France (Euros)
    €101,350
    • Italy (Euros)
    €105,400

    Source: Lotus

  • Car buying made easier: top tips and tricks when looking for used automobile

    Used car sales in UK The sale of used car is one of the most important topics when you can not afford buying brand new vehicle. There are always a lot of options like visiting Ilusso Hypercars and you always look for the best advice when it comes to making the big decision. Important information is at hand when it comes to the safety and risks in used car buying, which is sometimes tricky.

    Before the Search Starts

    However, there are several milestones that can make your life easier. And this is even before the real searching starts. The list begins with the decision which the brand you are most fond of is. We recommend that you constrain the options up to three. Then you should continue with the selection of the engine and the model range you prefer.

    For example if you are a sportier person and like to hear the roar of the car, then you should go for a petrol drivetrain. But if you count on less fuel consumption and quieter engine, your choice should be a diesel unit. Why not a hybrid? There are a lot of hybrids in the used automobiles market, and probably one of them is your future car. After finishing these two steps comes the tricky part: choosing several particular cars on the market. If you it online, you will need to ship the car home

    Examining a Particular Vehicle

    When it comes to examining a particular vehicle, you should be very careful. First, you should look whether there has been an overspray that conceals the original paint. What is the risk behind this? Overspray almost always indicates that there has been crash damage in the past. The other important thing to look for is an evidence of welds in the sills or bonnet struts. Tires are also important, especially when you don’t want to buy new ones. Here you should check out the DOT (production date).

    Used car sales in UK

    Why Test Driving is Important?

    Test driving the car is of course obligatory and here are the things you should be careful of. Brakes check happens easily: when you brake hard if there are any signs of steering wheel shaking, this means that the brake discs are twisted or broken. Checking the mileage and warning lamps on the dashboard is also mandatory. Don’t forget to try the capability of the air conditioning, too. Manually verify if all buttons on the dash are working correctly, as well as the hand brake, steering wheel and all else you can think of. The most important part however, is to check whether everything is legal, if there are all necessary documents and if they are correct. Now you can start negotiate about the pricing.

    Best Among the Rest

    To make your life easier we will give you several examples which are the top three used car sales in UK according to the brand and model of the vehicle. Official data states that Ford Fiesta has made it to the first place as UK’s fastest selling used car for last year (MY2015). Basically, this means that if you are a car seller, then you would sell the Fiesta for just 29 days. The second place is reserved for the favorited Vauxhall Insignia, while third is the hybrid Toyota Prius. The average days to sell those are also 29. Diesel remains the most popular engine choice in the UK, while Ford is the most popular fastest selling marque.

    As a matter of fact, buying a used car should not be a problem if you come to the task with common sense and courage. Good luck!

  • New High Desert package makes Chevrolet Silverado more capable and attractive

    Chevrolet Silverado High Desert package front and side viewChevrolet Silverado High Desert package has been specifically introduced for those who are looking for more from the Silverado. It is available on LT, LTZ, and High Country trim levels and will arrive in dealers this fall. Actually, the model is based on a concept variant, which was on display at 2014 SEMA Show. Yes, this means that it brings unique content and great capability.

    In short, the High Desert pack adds improved exterior styling, new lockable cargo system and Magnetic Ride Control suspension for the High Country grade. To go in details, interesting here is the new flexible and lockable storage system in the cargo bed, which locks the cargo away safely.

    The system is mounted over the roll-formed steel bed and adds dual side storage bins and a three-piece hard tonneau cover. For all Silverado models, the tailgate locks with the keyfob. This allows users to secure their cargo with the push of a button.

    SEE ALSO: Power unleashed: 2017 Corvette Grand Sport is available for order! 

    Furthermore the High Desert package also offers a variety of wheels depending on the trim level. Precisely, the LT trim features 20-inch wheels with all-season tires. On the other hand, the 22-inch wheels and all-terrain tires go with the LTZ and High Country levels.

    Chevrolet Silverado High Desert package cargo

    What is more, the top-of-the-range grade, the High Desert, will also get the Magnetic Ride Control suspension. The latter offers more precise body motion control, because of its sensors, which “read” the road every millisecond. When change is detected, they trigger the damping changes in as little as five milliseconds in electronically controlled shock absorbers.

    At last but not least, the new Silverado equipped with the High Desert pack will be driven with the EcoTec3 6.2L V-8 engine (LTZ and High Country trims). The unit is connected to Hydra-Matic 8L90 eight-speed automatic transmission and is rated at 420 horsepower (309 kW) and 623 Nm (460 lb-ft) of torque. This makes it the most powerful engine in a light-duty truck currently in the market.

    Source: Chevrolet   

  • Farewell: Toyota to end production of FJ Cruiser in August 

    Toyota FJ Heritage Unfortunately it is true that Toyota FJ Cruiser is going to end its production in August this year. So, this literally means that there will be one last chance for those wishing to buy this amazing vehicle. The retro-inspired off-roader was actually released in Australia five years ago. Since then from the model have been sold in more than 11,000 units. The real inspiration behind the FJ Cruiser is the famed FJ40: a basic, capable and affordable vehicle, which finds its perfect place off-road.

    In other words, the Cruiser is aimed at serious off-roaders looking to push the limits. Well, it is also a contemporary variant of the classic FJ40. For instance there is a front grille with two round headlights, which recalls the FJ40’s frontal styling; the bonnet and wheel-arch contours and a rear-mounted and exposed full-size spare tyre also mimic the predecessor.

    SEE ALSO: Toyota Avensis and Auris get revisions for MY2016

    One of the main benefits of the FJ Cruiser is that it is functional in its design. Precisely, the side access doors open 90 degrees in clamshell way for easy access to and from the rear seats; there is a swing-up glass, which is “mounted” into the side-hinged tailgate, opening independently, etc.

    Toyota FJ Cruiser front view

    The off-road capability is ensured by the 272 hp (200kW) and 380Nm (281 lb-ft) 4.0-litre V6 petrol engine mated to a five-speed automatic transmission. The off-roader also features part-time 4×4, an electrically activated rear differential lock and switchable Active Traction Control technology.

    Other goodies include heavy-duty all-coil suspension and power steering, 17-inch alloy wheels and 70-profile tyre; safety features like six airbags, vehicle stability control, anti-skid brakes with brake assist and electronic brake-force distribution, active front-seat head restraints and a reversing camera with the display; rear parking sensors, rear fog lamps, privacy glass, cruise control, air-conditioning, a premium steering wheel with audio controls, multi-information display, eight-speaker audio system with a CD stacker and central locking, and many more.

    Since 2001 Toyota FJ Cruiser has been offered in a total of 13 exterior colors. However, the final exterior color palette comprises of French Vanilla, Sandstorm, Ebony, Hornet Yellow, Red Fury, Retro Blue and Cement. The vehicle is still available to order within a single grade and high level of specification. It is priced from $46,990 USD.

    Source: Toyota

  • Vorsteiner Lamborghini Huracan Novara is the new trend that you need to see

    Vorsteiner Lamborghini Huracan Novara front view Vorsteiner is a tuning company which excites us with its every project. This time, they have worked with the famous Lamborghini Huracan, thus making it more special and well dressed. The changes are simple and do not include any intrusions to the engine unit.

    Before jumping into the details, since the Lambo did not receive any engine treatment, it has kept its stock number. Namely, the production 5.2 liter V10 unit generates 610 hp (448 kW) and 560 Nm (413 lb-ft) of torque and is linked to a 7-speed dual clutch transmission that drives the four wheels. This allows the Huracan to cover the 0-100 km/h acceleration sprint in 3.2 seconds, and the 0-200 km/h in 9.9 seconds, running after a top speed of 325 km/h (202 mph).

    SEE ALSO: Vorsteiner Releases GT4-V Aero Kit for Porsche Cayman & Boxster 

    The here presented variant of the model is painted in Rosso Mars and sits on in-house made 20- and 21-inch V-FF 105 flow forged wheels. Pirelli P Zero tires are also necessary to complement the new alloys and they come in the dimensions of 245/30/20 up front and 325/25/21 at the rear.

    Novara Aero Program

    Vorsteiner Lamborghini Huracan Novara rear view

    Besides the new “shoes” the Lamborghini also received new “dress” in the form of aero parts. Precisely, the tuning kit comprises of a front bumper with front spoiler, ventilated front fenders, side sill blades, rear diffuser and aero wing. They undoubtedly do their part by making the Huracan more expressive in nature as well as in behavior.

    Left to be mentioned is that Vorsteiner has sent us exclusive number of photos of this amazing project, which you can enjoy in the gallery below.

    Source: Vorsteiner

  • Latest Abarth 595 impresses with abundant equipment and vastness of power

    Abarth 595 front view The new line-up of Abarth 595 models is already here, two months after the release of the special 124 Spider. The car keeps the same cute appearance, steps over it and adds more with exclusive features, more powerful engines and vastness of product innovations. The 595 is compact, agile, and lightweight, and offers unique driving experience.

    For the new model year it will be available as a hatchback and a convertible, within three trim level: 595, 595 Turismo and 595 Competizione; as well as three power levels. Important to be mentioned is that the innovations included in the new model have been empirically affirmed with their utilization in the 695 Biposto.

    SEE ALSO: Abarth Teams Up with Yamaha MotoGP Team! 

    Even with the entry level model, the affordable 595 version, the customers will get all standard equipment needed to ensure fantastic driving experience. On the other hand, the Abarth 595 Competizione and 595 Turismo versions express other two distinctive souls: the first is more “purist” and performance-built; while the second makes reference to the typical values of the Italian GTs in a compact size.

    Drivetrain

    The increased power of the 1.4 T-jet engine that drives the 595 and 595 Turismo versions now measures 145 HP (107 kW) and 206 Nm (152 lb-ft) of maximum torque. The second, featuring a Garrett turbine, reaches 165 HP (121 kW) and 230 Nm (170 lb-ft). The most powerful 595 Competizione with its 180 HP is accelerates from 0-100 in 6.7 seconds and then uses braking safely with the Brembo braking system with four-piston fixed aluminium callipers. The drivetrain comes as a standard with manual five-speed gearbox. The option is the Abarth robotised sequential gearbox with shift paddles.

    Exterior Updates

    One of the coolest updates is that the 595 Competizione could be ordered with mechanical limited-slip differential (Abarth D.A.M.), which improves traction in extreme conditions. What is more, the Abarth D.A.M. is contained as a standard within the new Performance Pack. It is only optional for the Abarth 595 Competizione with manual gearbox and comprises of 17″ Supersport rims and Sabelt leather/Alcantara seats with carbon shell, carved aluminium 595 badge and the red, white or glossy black customisation pack.

    Next come the Koni FSD (Frequency Selective Damping) shock absorbers for 595 Turismo and 595 Competizione, the new front end with oversized air intake, the more pronounced rear diffuser and new specific inserts. Polyelliptical headlight clusters and LED daylights are standard on all versions, while the xenon headlights available on request.

    Abarth is also offering the new lightweight 17-inch Granturismo alloy wheels, next to the extended exterior color palette, which now includes Modena Yellow, Abarth Red, three-layer Iridato White and the Scorpione Black/Podio Blue, Scorpione Black/Record Grey and Pista Grey/Abarth Red bi-tone paint schemes.

    Interior Updates

    In terms of the interior updates, the Abarth 595 models benefit from extensive Alcantara and carbon fibre utilization as a standard. The optional variant is the Corsa by Sabelt leather and Alcantara®seats with carbon shell. In addition, the new sporty flat-bottom steering wheel now features viewfinder. There is also unique racing-derived instrument panel.

    For the first time, Abarth is debuting the Uconnect system. It includes two 5” and 7″ HD screens, navigator and DAB digital radio as well as the powerful 480 W BeatsAudioTM Hi-Fi system with seven speakers. 

    The latest variants of Abarth 595 will have market launch in June.

    Source: Abarth 

  • Have you heard about the Audi R8 V10 plus selection 24h? It is the perfect version of the most powerful Audi

    2016 Audi R8 V10 plus selection 24h front viewIt is exactly one year since the Audi R8 LMS has made the memorable victory on its race debut at the Nurburgring 24 Hours. To commemorate this significant event, Audi is making a great tribute to the GT3 model with the release of a special edition road-legal variant. The car is so exclusive, that it will be produced in only 24 variants.

    Impressive Exterior

    Why you should be impressed by the release of this car? First, it offers competition-inspired styling enhancements: a tri-color exterior, which closely resembles its GT3 LMS. The multi-material Audi Space Frame body with its aluminium content and carbon fibre elements is finished in the victorious colors Suzuka grey, Mythos black and Misano red.

    SEE ALSO: What happens when 272HP aren’t enough? Meet the powerful B&B Audi A4

    Secondly, it features exceptional specification options like the Audi magnetic ride adaptive damping, a sport exhaust for further amplification and laser lighting. Third, besides the lightweight aluminum structure, there is a lot of carbon fiber involved here, which also contributes for the reduction of mass. Precisely, from the gloss-finished lightweight material are made the following components: front spoiler, exterior mirror housings, engine compartment cover, rear wing and diffuser as well as the sideblades. The sideblades feature the ‘R8 24h’ logo in a matt finish.

    The last thing about the styling of this unique is the sport exhaust system and its tailpipes, which feature black trims; as well as the 20-inch forged aluminium wheels in 10-spoke Y design in gloss anthracite black.

    2016 Audi R8 V10 plus selection 24h rear view

    Interior to Envy 

    Next on the list is the exclusive interior, which features the driver-focused monoposto, full-leather upholstery and trim in rotor grey, with an Alcantara headlining. The inlays for the surround of the Audi virtual cockpit and the air vents are made from gloss-finish carbon, and they bear the matt-finish “R8 24h” logo. The illuminated door sill trims made of the same material display the serial numbers 1 to 24 for each of the limited-edition cars. Here, an exclusive feature is the entry lights on the doors. They project the Audi R8 logo onto the road surface.

    Powerful Motorsport DNA

    Since the selection 24h edition is based on the Audi R8 V10 plus, this means that it shares the exceptional 610PS output as well as the capability of speeding up to 100 km/h in 3.2 seconds before reaching a top speed of 205mph. Furthermore, the technical pack of this edition comprises of a dynamic steering, an adaptive damper control system, Audi magnetic ride and Audi laser lighting.

    So, isn’t this the perfect car to show-off with? What’s your opinion?

    2016 Audi R8 V10 plus selection 24h central rear view

    Source: Audi