Automobiles Review

Author: Victor Ivanov

  • Mercedes-Benz C63 AMG Concept 358

    Mercedes-Benz C 63 AMG Concept 358 was unveiled at the 2010 Australian International Motor Show. The car is practically a standart C 63 AMG, but with fashion paint – designo Pearl Orange, black 19” rims, KEYLESS-GO, premium leather upholstery and the AMG Perfromance Package Plus.

    C 63 AMG Concept 358 is powered by 6.2 liter naturally aspirated V8 engine with 480hp (358kW) and 600Nm (443 lb-ft) of torque. The acceleration is astonishing – 0 to 100 km/h in 4.4 seconds and top speed is electronically limited to 250 km/h (155 mph). (more…)

  • Subaru Forester S-Edition at the Australian International Motor Show

    A new S-Edition of Subaru Forester has been unveiled at the Australian International Motor Show in Sydney. The vehicle is powered by a 2.5 liter turbocharged Boxer engine with 262 PS (193 kW) and 347 Nm of torque. The powered is transmitted to the road through 5-speed automatic gearbox and a symmetrical AWD system.

    Subaru Forester S-Edition features , a sport suspension and a Variable Torque Distribution (VTD), (more…)

  • Lexus unveiled CT 200h F Sport

    Lexus unveiled CT  200h F sport, which received a revised body kit, bigger rims, tinted glass, slightly touched dashboard and new door panel trim. Among the new features in the interior,  CT  200h F sport includes a sporty steering wheel and new pedals.

    Lexus also retuned the suspension and added Flame Blue color to the option list. However, the vehicle is going to be a little overpriced, than the customers expect.

    Lexus chief executive Tony Cramb commented: (more…)

  • 2011 Chevrolet Volt has achieved 126.7mpg

    Chevrolet Volt achieved an impressive result of 127 mpg, which is 1.85 liters per 100 km. Motor Trend blogger Jonny Lieberman tried to overestimate the result, which is actually 126.7mpg, but who cares, still it is superb.

    During the test, Chevy Volt used just 2.36 gallons of fuel on the 299 miles (481km) road trip. The journey started in southern California, on highways through the desert and mountain roads with changes in elevation, the Volt averaged 74.6 miles per gallon (3.1 liters/100 km) over 122 miles (196 km). (more…)

  • A unique Mercedes SLS AMG in designo magno Night Black

    Mercedes will introduce a unique SLS AMG at the 2010 Australian International Motor Show.

    This Mercedes-Benz SLS AMG is the first car, which is finished in designo magno Night Black paint and red accents, which makes it a desirable collector’s item. It looks rather stunning and aggressive.

    “Each Mercedes-Benz vehicle is special, but for this year’s motor show we wanted to go that next step and bring two world exclusives to show the Australian public.” commented the Managing Director of Mercedes-Benz Cars Australia, Mr Horst von Sanden. (more…)

  • RBM Chevrolet Camaro will be exhibited at the SEMA 2010

    John Sibal designed a 2010 Chevy Camaro for Raging Bull Marketing. The car will be exhibited at the 2010 SEMA show in Las Vegas next month.

    The project name of the car is RBM 2010 Chevrolet Camaro and features a two-tone paint finish, redesigned front bumper with widebody fenders, widebody quarter panels, modified side skirts, new vented bonnet, nice rear spoiler and three-piece wheels with a large brake kit. Last, but not least the designer added lowered suspension for ultimate stance.

    The car looks just stunning and we can’t wait to see it at 2010 SEMA.

    Source: jonsibal.com via Worldcarfans

  • Lexus LC600h – rendered

    Lexus are getting ready a new model called LC 600h, which will be a replacement of the discontinued SC 430.

    LC 600h will features an updated version of the 5.0-liter V-8 hybrid system from the LS 600h L delivering 500hp. The power will be put on the road through AWD system. The expected performance characteristics are 0 to 60 mph in less than 5 seconds and top speed somewhere around 300km/h barrier. (more…)

  • 2011 Ford Ranger – full details

    Ford unveiled all new 2011 Ranger, which offers more power, capability and technology. The pick-up comes with Dagenham’s 2.2 litre Ford Duratorq TDCi I4 diesel engine delivering 150PS and 375Nm of torque.

    2011 Ford Ranger can be ordered with 3.2 litre Ford Duratorq TDCi I5 diesel with 200PS and 470Nm of torque. The vehicle is available with both 4×2 and 4×4 drivetrains.

    Furthermore, 2011 Ranger includes a new rear-view camera system, Voice Control, Trailer Sway Control and Adaptive Load Control. (more…)

  • WD-40 and SEMA Cares created custom Mustang

    The WD-40 maintenance and cleaning products are probably the most famous in the world. The company teamed up with SEMA Cares (charity division), to create a custom Mustang, which will be exhibited at the tuning event and auctioned to help children’s charities.

    The project is based on the 2011 Mustang GT, which is powered by 5.0 liter V8 with supercharger. It develops 600hp and comes with a special body kit, custom interior with a high-end entertainment system and a paint that emulates the WD-40 brand. (more…)

  • WheelSTO BMW E92 M3

    An „ordinary” BMW E92 M3 is a staggering car featuring aggressive sporty exterior, luxury interior and enormous mighty naturally aspirated V8 with 420PS. Obviously, this is not enough, because the tuning company WheelSTO now offers styling and performance upgrades for E92 M3.The exterior package features a 3D Design Carbon Fiber Lip, 3D Design Carbon Fiber Diffuser. Last, but not least WheelSTO installed a Challenge USA GT Carbon trunk with the integrated trunk spoiler.The tuned BMW M3 also comes with custom painted gloss black front kidney grills, side grills, painted reflectors and LED turn signals. (more…)

  • RENM Audi R8 V10 Spyder – 600PS and a stunning exterior

    2011 Audi R8 Spyder is one of the latest projects of RENM Performance. They have already released Enigma R8 Coupe, both the V8 and the V10.

    There is only one rendered picture, but it looks very good. The body kit includes front and rear aprons, made of carbon fiber. Also the rear of the 2011 Audi R8 V10 Spyder was completely redesigned to gain more aggressive look. Additionally, a new rear wing was added. Finally, there will be a big Lamborghini-inspired exhaust tip. (more…)

  • Porsche Panamera refined by Project Kahn

    Porsche Panamera can’t stay unnoticed on the road. It has a unique charm and presence, which provoke different feelings among the others. Some people like it a lot and others not at all, but no one stays indifferent to Panamera.

    Project Kahn now offers tuning tuning for Porsche Panamera to enhance its superiority on the road.

    The exterior upgrades include modified rear bumper, a set of new exhaust tailpipes, which are rather ugly according to out opinion. The family sports car stands on a new set of huge rims that use a multi-spoke design. Of course, they are fitted with high performance tires. (more…)