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Ugur Sahin Alfa Romeo 12C GTS Concept [HD video]

Ugur Sahin Design has released an interesting video, where the Alfa Romeo C12 GTS Concept has been previewed. The Dutch specialty coachworks and design company shows their bold design of the sports car.

The main goal is to reinterpret Alfa Romeo’s historical lines, surfaces and styling cues with fresh perspective and state of mind in order to create an appealing design and combining the familiar design language of Alfa Romeo combined with sharper lines and surfaces without losing the organic attractiveness of the car.

For now, the car is only a rendering, but the company is searching for investors, who may be interested and help the C12 GTS Concept to become a real sports car.

Check out the video and the pictures below.

httpv://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PFDxUxWEV80

Source: UgurSahinDesign via Youtube

May 29, 2012

TopCar Vantage 2 Lemon based on Porsche Caynne II

TopCar has announced their latest project – the Vantage 2 Lemon. It is based on Porsche Cayenne II (the 958 model).

The main emphasis is on the exterior: setting of the aerodynamic body kid Vantage 2 and extraordinary coloring of the body.

Vantage 2 Set includes front and rear bumpers, front and rear fender extenders, side skirts and kicking plates, bonnet and boot lid spoiler. Besides it’s necessary to pay attention to the technology of the car coloring.

The main part of the surface is painted in citreous color. The exterior details (side window frames, front bumper inserts, bonnet vents, side-skits, kicking plates inserts, exterior mirror housings, spoilers, diffuser inserts, brake calipers) colored with a special pearl paint “Lime.”

The interior also gets some modifications including lines and edges continuing the external color idea. Moreover you can find new decorative panels with stripes of “Lime” color. The car was designed according to the special order for our client from the European Union. The client was directly involved in the design process.

TopCar Vantage 2 Lemon Porsche Caynne II

Source: TopCar

May 28, 2012

2013 BMW 6-Series Gran Coupe UK – Price £61 390

BMW UK has announced the full price list for their latest model – 6-Series Gran Coupe. It will hit the market next month as the range includes three models.

This is BMW’s first four-door coupe. The car combines the elegant and sporty appearance of a classic grand tourer with the space and ease of access of an executive saloon.

The engine range includes a new 450HP V8 TwinPower Turbo. There are two other less powerful variants – six-cylinder petrol and six-cylinder diesel power units.

All three engines drive through an eight-speed automatic transmission and come with the full suite of EfficientDynamics technologies, including Auto Start-Stop, ensuring highly responsive performance goes hand-in-hand with low fuel consumption and emissions. Extensive use of aluminium in the body and chassis reduces weight and ensures that the 6 Series Gran Coupé has the agility and precision expected of a BMW.

Model	Price OTR from	Power Hp	Torque Nm	0 – 62mph Seconds	Top Speed Mph	Combined Mpg	CO₂ Emissions g/km
BMW 650i Gran Coupé	£70,650	450	650	4.6	155*	31.7	206
BMW 640i Gran Coupé	£61,390	320	450	5.4	155*	35.8	181
BMW 640d Gran Coupé	£63,900	313	630	5.4	155*	49.6	148

* Electronically-limited

Source: BMW

May 28, 2012

Oettinger tuned Audi TT-RS

OETTINGER has announced their tuning package for Audi TT-RS. The car brings pure excitement and is specially created to celebrate 20 years Tuner Grand Prix.

TT-RS S-tronic is powered by a 2.5-litre TFSI engine with 340HP (250kW) and 450Nm (331 lb-ft). The performance is more superb – 0-100km/h in 4.3 seconds with new launch-control function. This means a 0.3 seconds faster than the 6-speed model. Top speed is electronically limited to 250 km/h (155 mph). The average fuel consumption is just 8.5 litres per 100km and 197 g/km of CO2 emissions.

After the performance modifications, the mighty engine delivers whopping 400HP (295 kW) at 5900RPM and 550Nm (405 lb-ft) at 3800RPM. 0-100 km/h in 4.4 seconds and a top speed of 275 km/h (170 mph).

The performance package includes recalibration of the engine management and removing the V-max limiter.

Of course, the fuel consumption remains the same. The price is €2290 including installation.

Source: Oettinger

May 22, 2012

2012 BMW M6 F12 MotoGP Safety Car

BMW has announced the M6 F12 MotoGP Safety Car. It will be presented at this weekend’s M Festival at the 24 Hour Nurburgring Race. The car will also lead the M Corso parade featuring a lot of interesting models.

The car comes with slightly restyled exterior finished in white, ///M stripes and badges “Safety Car”. The aerodynamics is improved by a new front splitter and a rear wing. The front grille is finished in gloss black.

The new M6 is powered by the famous twin-turbo 4.4-liter V8 engine with 560HP (412 kW) and 680Nm (502 lb-ft) powering the M5 F10. It is mated to a 7-speed M Double Clutch Transmission.

0-100 km/h in 4.2 seconds and a top speed of 250 km/h. Probably, the Safety Car will be slightly more powerful and with removed speed limiter.

Stay tuned!

Source: BMW

May 18, 2012

BMW has announced 320i EfficientDynamics, 316i and 3-Series xDrive

The BMW 3-series range will be boosted by several new models including 320i EfficientDynamics and the super-economical 316i.Other very interesting feature is the adoption of xDrive for F30.

BMW 320i EfficientDynamics Edition is powered by a 170HP (125 kW) 2.0-litre 4-cylinder turbo engine. A manual 6-speed transmission takes care of power transmission. The BMW 320i EfficientDynamics Edition accelerates from 0-100 km/h in 7.6 seconds, with fuel consumption at 5.2/100 km and CO2 emissions at just 124 g/km. The market launch is planned for the end of 2012.

The entry level 316i has 4-cylinder in-line engine delivering 136HP (100 kW). Power transmission is effected by a 6-speed manual transmission or an 8-speed automatic transmission. 0-100 km/h in 8.9 seconds and CO2 emissions of 134 g/km.
The world’s most intelligent AWD system – BMW xDrive. It will be available as an option for the 320d, 320i, 328i and the top-of-range 335i. The electronically controlled system distributes power between the front and rear axles and each of wheels to give the car the best possible traction depending on the road conditions.

Last, but not least, the manufacturer will offer an upgraded M Sport package that will be available from July.

It includes an improved M Sport braking system that features 18” front and 17” rear lightweight brake discs as well as 18” or 19” allow wheels with a star spoke design.

Source: BMW

May 17, 2012

Abarth 695 Maserati Edition at the Mille Miglia 2012

Abarth 695 Maserati Edition will be run in limited series of 499 units. The model will make its official debut on the occasion of the 30^th anniversary of the Mille Miglia, which Enzo Ferrari called “the most beautiful race in the world”.

Displayed at Piazza della Loggia in Brescia in the midst of the collectors’ automotive jewels and “luxury cars” of today, this glamorous car represents the bond between Abarth and Maserati, based on a host of shared values, including attention to detail, elegance and a passion for performance and sport.

The new Abarth 695 Maserati Edition is powered by a 1.4 liter four-cylinder turbocharged petrol engine with 180HP (132 kW) at 5500RPM and 250Nm (185 lb-ft) of torque at 3000RPM. The engine is mated to a 5-speed Abarth Competizione gearbox with paddles on the steering wheel.

0-100 km/h in 7 seconds and a top speed of 225 km/h (140 mph).

The fuel consumption is great – 8.4 l / 100 km in city, 5.4 l on the highway and 6.5 liters per 100 km combined cycle.

The front suspension features Abarth Koni shock absorbers with FSD valve. At the rear, the small car comes with the same setup. The ride is lowered in order to improve the handling and the traction.

Speaking for handling, the steering features electric power with “sport mode”.

The brake system is also new – 305 mm x 22 mm perforated and self-ventilating front discs and 264 mm x 22 perforated rear. There is also a TTC – Torque Transfer Control improving the traction.

Abarth 695 Maserati Edition rolls 7J x 17” alloy wheels fitted with 205/40 R17 tires.

Additional features:

SPECIAL “BORDEAUX PONTEVECCHIO” PAINT FROM MASERATI

XENON HEADLIGHTS

TITANIUM GREY SOFT TOP

AUTOMATIC CLIMATE CONTROL

LEATHER STEERING WHEEL WITH RADIO CONTROLS

BLUE&ME TOMTOM 2 NAVIGATOR

BEIGE LEATHER SEATS

DASHBOARD FASCIA AND GEARBOX TRIM IN MATT CARBON

DOOR PANELS, CONSOLE AND TUNNEL IN “FLOCKED” UV-LUX

DUAL MODE EXHAUST WITH SPECIAL MASERATI-INSPIRED DESIGN

JBL HI-FI SYSTEM

BAG SET by TRAMONTANO

Source: Abarth

May 17, 2012

2012 Peugeot 207 CC and 308 CC Roland Garros Special Editions

Peugeot has two highly-specified ‘Roland Garros’ Special Edition Coupé Cabriolet cars – 207 CC and 308 CC.

The Roland Garros SEs are distinguished by their bespoke Black or White paintwork on both cars.

The 207 CC Roland Garros is available in either Onyx Black or Bianca White. There is a choice of either the 1.6-litre VTi 120 petrol or 1.6-litre HDi 112 diesel engine.

The enhanced specification represents a great package with £1 235 worth of features but for just £650 above the Allure trim level, representing an advantage of £585.

Key features over the 207 CC Allure include Roland Garros luxury trimmed leather seats, Roland Garros branded windstop and Roland Garros embroided carpet mats.

Other high-level distinguishing features include Aluminium door sills, 17” Melbourne alloy wheels, Bi-Zone air conditioning, an electrochrome rear view mirror, auto headlamps, cruise control and speed limiter, Peugeot Connect with Bluetooth, rear parking aid, electric folding door mirrors and tinted rear windows.

The 207 CC Roland Garros SE is priced from £18 795.

The larger 308 CC Roland Garros is also beautifully distinctive and with pearlescent paintwork inNera Black & Pearl White. Powered with a wider choice of serves, it is available with the 1.6-litre THP 156 or THP 200 petrol, or the 2.0-litre HDi 163 diesel engines. The specification delivered is again of high value, with £550 worth of features scoring just £300 from the regular Allure model, saving £250.

The equipment includes Allure model includeRoland Garros Luxury Blue/ Grey leather seats, 18” Dark Storm alloy wheels (as GT Hatchback), Peugeot Connect with Bluetooth, front and rear parking aid, automatic headlamps, rain sensing wipers, Roland Garros embroidered carpet mats and a Roland Garros branded windstop. The 308 CC Roland Garros is now available to order priced at £25 845.

All models carry the much sought-after Roland Garros exterior badging.

2012 Peugeot 308 CC Roland Garros Special Editions

Source: Peugeot

May 16, 2012

2013 Ford Taurus SHO at the race track [HD video]

Ford has released a nice video highlighting the 2013 Taurus SHO, which hits the race track. The clip was filmed at the Grattan Raceway aiming to show the customers the unique performance ability of the vehicle.

The Taurus SHO comes with optional performance package giving more driving pleasure and including includes a sport-tuned suspension, a high-performance braking system and a revised stability control system with a dedicated track mode.

“The beauty of the Taurus SHO Performance Pack is that it really is a track-capable vehicle, but still a daily driver. You can take your kids to school, drop them off … and head to the track and have a little fun and come back at the end of the day and pick them up and no one would ever know.”, said Ford Vehicle Integration Engineer Robert Kay.

2013 Ford Taurus is powered by a 3.5 liter EcoBoost V6 with 370HP (272 kW) and 474Nm (350 lb-ft) of torque. It is mated to a 6-speed automatic gearbox sending that power to an AWD system.

Enjoy the video!

httpv://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QKU84tBRvdA

Source: Ford via Youtube

May 16, 2012

2013 BMW 135is Coupe and Convertible US – Price $44 145 and $48 845

BMW has announced the new 2013 1-Series (F20), recently and now the company is turning back to introduced the sports model of E82 (1-Series Coupe) and E88 (1-Series Convertible) – 135iS.

Both the new 135iS Coupe and Convertible are scheduled to arrive in BMW Center showrooms this fall with retail pricing set at $44 145 and $48 845 respectively, including $895 destination and handling.

The 135iS is powered by the famous TwinPower Turbo 3.0-liter inline six-cylinder engine (N55), which is slightly updated to produce 324HP (239 kW) and 429Nm (317 lb-ft) of torque. It comes with a 6-speed manual gearbox and an optional seven-speed Double Clutch Transmission (DCT).

A Performance exhaust system complements the increased engine performance and provides a sporty exhaust tone. The engine cooling system has been upgraded to match the additional performance output by adding a larger, and more powerful radiator fan and an auxiliary radiator.

The 135iS is equipped with sport suspension incorporating an aluminum double-pivot front suspension and a five-link fully independent rear suspension in lightweight steel.

The differential in the 135iS is also updated and optimized for running smoothness and fuel efficiency.

The exterior boasts gloss black accents, a lowered stance and exclusive 18” alloy wheels, while the interior comes with a pair of sport seats with blue contrast stitching, stainless steel pedals and unique badging.

The BMW135is Coupe and Convertible are available to order now and are scheduled to arrive in BMW Center showrooms this fall.

Source: BMW US

May 16, 2012

Lamborghini Gallardo Toro by DMC

DMC Design has announced their tuning package for Lamborghini Gallardo. The project is called Toro and features both styling and performance upgrades.

The exterior comes with complete body kit made of carbon fiber. It includes a new carbon fiber front lip spoiler streches the Gallardo, makes it’s look more aggressive and supports downforce on the front axle. New carbon fiber side panels as well as added carbon fiber side diffusers make the car wider, more stable on the road, and add a salient aura. In addition, DMC added a new carbon fiber rear spoiler wing on the top, and a bigger carbon fiber rear diffuser on the bottom, both supporting improved aerodynamics of the car.

The tuned sports car roll enormous 9.5J x 20” front wheels and 13J x 20” at the rear axle fitted with performance tires.

Speaking for performance, DMC boosted the mighty 5.2 liter naturally aspirated V10 to 580HP (427 kW) and 575Nm (424 lb-ft) of torque. Additionally, a sports exhaust system is available adding another 20HP (15 kW). With the upgrade, the top speed is 330 km/h (205 mph).

Source: DMC

May 15, 2012

Porsche 918 Spyder Prototype – 770HP

Porsche will actually release the 918 Spyder. The manufacturer has finished the first prototype.

The powertrain includes a 4.6 liter V8 with 570HP (419 kW) and two electric motors – a 109HP (80 kW) on the front axle and a 122HP (90 kW) electric motor on the rear axle. This means a combined power of 770HP (566 kW). 0-100 km/h in 3 seconds and a top speed of 325 km/h (202 mph). This performance comes at decent “price” – 3.0 litres per 100 km (94.1 mpg UK) with CO2 emission of 70 g/km. Furthermore, thanks to a 6.8 kWh lithium-ion battery, the model can travel more than 25 km (15.5 miles) on electricity alone at speeds up to 150 km/h (93 mph).

“What we are doing with the 918 Spyder is redefining driving fun, efficiency and performance,” said Wolfgang Hatz, Member of the Executive Board Research and Development of Porsche AG.

Porsche is breaking yet more new ground with the technology demonstrator with spectacular solutions such as the full carbon fibre reinforced plastic (CFRP) monocoque with unit carrier, fully adaptive aerodynamics, adaptive rear-axle steering and the upward-venting “top pipes” exhaust system. In the process, the 918 Spyder is offering a glimpse of what Porsche Intelligent Performance may be capable of in future.
The 918 Spyder will go into production at the end of September 2013 as planned, with the first customers receiving their vehicles before 2013 is out.

Source: Porsche

May 15, 2012

Author: Victor Ivanov