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OCT Tuning Audi RS6 – 670HP and 880Nm

O.CT Tuning has announced their latest project based on the powerful Audi RS6 Avant. It comes with both – styling and performance modifications.

The 4.0 liter twin-turbocharged V8 is boosted to 670HP (493 kW) and 880Nm (652 lb-ft) of torque – an increase of 110HP and 180Nm of torque. 0-100 km/h in 3.4 seconds and a top speed of 300 km/h (186 mph) – electronically limited or 322 km/h (200 mph) available as an option.

The tuning company also offers complete sports exhaust system offering Hammer V8 Sound with a single touch of a button. Furthermore, it delivers a little more power +10HP.

OCT Audi RS6 Avant is the ultimate family performance vehicle, which can bring your siblings and even the dog anywhere with incredible speed.

Source: OCT Tuning

October 29, 2013

BMW Concept Active Tourer at the 2013 New York International Auto Show

BMW will exhibit the Concept Active Tourer for the first time in North America at the 2013 New York International Auto Show. The manufacturer will also bring BMW 3-Series Gran Turismo and the diesel-powered BMW 328d.

BMW Concept Active Tourer is an all-new plug-in hybrid car, which combines comfort and functionality with dynamics and style. It also features several innovative solutions like a three-cylinder gasoline engine coupled with an electric motor which allows for nearly 95 mpg US. The Concept Active Tourer will also feature a “Cool Shade” composite glass roof which uses “Suspended Particle Device” technology allowing the driver to make the roof crystal clear or darken with the touch of a button.

BMW will also announce that, beginning later this year, most 2014 models will feature BMW Assist eCall emergency call service for 10 years as standard equipment as well as TeleService, which tracks vehicle maintenance needs and automatically alerts the driver and local dealer.

BMW Assist eCall includes enhanced automatic collision notification that not only places an automatic call in the case of a collision but also, through a ground-breaking algorithm co-developed with the William Lehman Injury Research Center, can send an assessment of the likelihood of severe injury in order to better prepare first responders.

BMW will exhibit the Concept Active Tourer for the first time in North America at the 2013 New York International Auto Show. The manufacturer will also bring BMW 3-Series Gran Turismo and the diesel-powered BMW 328d.

BMW Concept Active Tourer is an all-new plug-in hybrid car, which combines comfort and functionality with dynamics and style. It also features several innovative solutions like a three-cylinder gasoline engine coupled with an electric motor which allows for nearly 95 mpg US. The Concept Active Tourer will also feature a “Cool Shade” composite glass roof which uses “Suspended Particle Device” technology allowing the driver to make the roof crystal clear or darken with the touch of a button.

BMW will also announce that, beginning later this year, most 2014 models will feature BMW Assist eCall emergency call service for 10 years as standard equipment as well as TeleService, which tracks vehicle maintenance needs and automatically alerts the driver and local dealer.

BMW Assist eCall includes enhanced automatic collision notification that not only places an automatic call in the case of a collision but also, through a ground-breaking algorithm co-developed with the William Lehman Injury Research Center, can send an assessment of the likelihood of severe injury in order to better prepare first responders.

Source: BMW

October 29, 2013

BMW 4-Series Convertible at the 2013 Los Angeles Auto Show

BMW 4-Series Convertible will make its official debut at the 2013 Los Angeles International Auto Show on Wednesday. The manufacturer will also exhibit the all-electric i3, X5, 4-Series Coupe, 5-Series Sedan, and K 1600 GTL Exclusive.

2014 BMW 4-Series Convertible sets new standards in terms of dynamics, elegance and extraordinary driving pleasure. The car is visibly larger than the BMW 3 Series Convertible in width, track and wheelbase. It boasts an unmistakable and elegant silhouette with balanced proportions and sleek look.

The new BMW 4-Series Convertible will be offered in the US in 2014 Q1. Initially a 428i and a 435i will be offered with pricing starting $49,675 and $55,825, respectively.

4-Series 428i is powered by a 2.0 liter four-cylinder turbocharged engine with 240HP (179 kW) and 345Nm (255 lb-ft) of torque. 0-100 km/h in 6.2 seconds and a top speed of 250 km/h (155 mph). The 435i has 3.0 liter turbocharged petrol with 300HP (224 kW) and 406Nm (300 lb-ft) of torque. 0-100 km/h in 5.5 seconds and and a top speed of 250 km/h (155 mph).

BMW 4-Series Convertible will make its official debut at the 2013 Los Angeles International Auto Show on Wednesday. The manufacturer will also exhibit the all-electric i3, X5, 4-Series Coupe, 5-Series Sedan, and K 1600 GTL Exclusive.

2014 BMW 4-Series Convertible sets new standards in terms of dynamics, elegance and extraordinary driving pleasure. The car is visibly larger than the BMW 3 Series Convertible in width, track and wheelbase. It boasts an unmistakable and elegant silhouette with balanced proportions and sleek look.

The new BMW 4-Series Convertible will be offered in the US in 2014 Q1. Initially a 428i and a 435i will be offered with pricing starting $49,675 and $55,825, respectively.

4-Series 428i is powered by a 2.0 liter four-cylinder turbocharged engine with 240HP (179 kW) and 345Nm (255 lb-ft) of torque. 0-100 km/h in 6.2 seconds and a top speed of 250 km/h (155 mph). The 435i has 3.0 liter turbocharged petrol with 300HP (224 kW) and 406Nm (300 lb-ft) of torque. 0-100 km/h in 5.5 seconds and and a top speed of 250 km/h (155 mph).

Source: BMW

October 29, 2013

2014 Range Rover Long Wheelbase – Even More Luxurious

Land Rover has announced the 2014 Range Rover Long Wheelbase. The big SUV will make its official debut at the Dubai Motor Show – from 5^th to 9^th, November.

The Long Wheelbase Range Rover is 200mm longer than the normal version, which brings a 140mm increase in rear legroom for additional comfort for rear passengers. The increase in length has enabled the rear seats to recline to 17 degrees, which is 8 degrees more than on the standard model. It will also have powered side door blinds and a panoramic sunroof as standard along with an increased luggage compartment.

2014 Range Rover Long Wheelbase will be available in five trim levels – Vogue, Vogue SE, Autobiography and Autobiography Black as well as the Hybrid model, which is expected in the beginning of the next year.

Other highlights include highest quality leathers and materials for the interior and two exclusive sets of seven-spoke 21” and 22” alloy wheels.

Three exclusive interior color combinations are available with the Range Rover Autobiography Black at launch; Ebony/Lunar, Espresso/Tan and Dark Cherry/Ivory, the latter including a unique dual-tone seat.

Source: Land Rover

October 28, 2013

2014 Citroen Grand C4 Picasso – Brand New 7-seat MPV

2014 Citroen Grand C4 Picasso will make its official debut at The Gadget Show Live from Friday 1^st to Sunday 3^rd November. Visitors to the show will be able to ‘discover the world inside’ Citroen’s brand new 7-seat MPV, which offers class-leading versatility, space and economy.

The vehicle boasts innovative technologies such as dual display screens – a 7” touchscreen and a customisable 12” panoramic HD screen – which are a stylish and smart way of keeping users connected and in control.

To make parking even easier customers can also benefit from ‘Park Assist’, which provides automatic assistance when manoeuvring into a tight parking space, whether parallel parking or reversing straight back. There is even the option of a motorised front passenger footrest and massaging front-seats as luxurious technological touches.

Thanks to a new lighter platform, improved aerodynamics and optimised engines, the New Grand C4 Picasso is able to deliver class-leading CO₂ emissions – from just 98g/km – and 74.3mpg combined cycle fuel economy.

Other vehicles in Citroen’s hall will be DS5 Hybrid4, DS3 and DS3 Cabrio.

Source: Citroen

October 28, 2013

BMW 2-Series Convertible and GranCoupe [renders]

After the recent revealing of the all-new BMW 2-Series Coupe, Theophiluschin has published several render pictures of the Convertible and GranCoupe versions. Both models will probably hit the market sometime in the end of next year.

BMW 2-Series Convertible is a perfect choice for people, who don’t like big cars. All models in the range have grown bigger, so the 4-Series Convertible is a pretty big car. Of course, women drivers will be attracted to 2-Series Convertible a lot.

BMW 2-Series GranCoupe is expected to be a bit longer than the 2-Series Coupe. It will provide more legroom for passengers at the rear.

The engine range will be exactly the same as this one in the Coupe model: 220d, 230d, 220i, 228i and M235i.

October 28, 2013

2013 Audi Sport Quattro Concept [video]

Audi has published a video clip with the all-new Sport Quattro Concept, which was introduced at the 2013 Frankfurt Motor Show in Germany. The modern version of the original 1984 Sport Quattro is described as a “legitimate successor”.

Audi Sport Quattro Concept is powered by a 4.0 liter twin-turbo V8 and an electric motor with combined power of 700HP (515 kW) and 800Nm (590 lb-ft) of torque. 0-100 km/h in 3.7 seconds and a top speed of 305 km/h (189 mph). A 14.1 kWh lithium-ion battery pack provides an all-electric range of up to 50 km (31 miles). The Sport Quattro Concept is able to return 94.1 mpg US – 2.5 liters / 100 km with CO2 emissions of only 59 g/km.

The curb weight is 1,850kg (4,078 lbs).

httpv://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rV41yQeRTK4

Source: Audi

October 28, 2013

Ferrari F12 Berlinetta – Drift [video]

Chris Harris burned five sets of rear tires during the review of Ferrari F12 Berlinetta. The supercar was mainly going sideways with a lot of smoke coming out from the rear tires.

The F12 Berlinetta is a sensational sports car. It is powered by a 6.3 liter 65° naturally aspirated V12 engine – 740HP (544 kW) and 690Nm (509 lb-ft). 0-100 km/h – 3.1 seconds and 0-200 km/h in 8.5 seconds. The top speed is over 340 km/h (211 mph).

The curb weight is just 1,525 kg. A new suspension and gearbox layout helps reduce the car’s rear volume. The result is fantastic with a weight distribution 46:54 (front-rear axle).

The F12 Berlinetta is fitted with Michelin Pilot Super Sport tyres – 255/35 ZR20 at the front and 315/35 ZR20 at the rear.

Enjoy!

httpv://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cjp1xjOzJqY

Source: /Drive via Youtube

October 25, 2013

Porsche 911 50th Anniversary Edition – US Price $124,100

Porsche has published a video clip in Youtube, where the design philosophy behind the 911 50^th Anniversary Edition is explained.

The manufacturer will produce just 1963 units of the 50^th Anniversary Limited Edition model. This is the year when the first 911 was produced.

The RWD model wears the wide body of the Carrera 4 and features retro-inspired 20” alloy wheels, green numbers on the dials, chrome trim strips on the front air inlets, compartment grille and between the taillights, along with a couple of bespoke exterior paint schemes and the compulsory badging.

2012 Porsche 911 50^th Anniversary Edition is currently available on the European market with pricing starting from €121,119, while the US variant will cost significantly less – $124,100.

httpv://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qt3E2ZU0p9E

Source: Porsche

October 25, 2013

ABT Volkswagen Golf II – 30th Anniversary

Volkswagen Golf II is an iconic model representing reliability, good performance and extremely robust parts. Even 20 years after production had stopped, no fewer than 450,000 of that model are still registered in Germany. The performance ranges from 55HP (40 kW) in the smallest petrol and diesel variants to up to 210HP (155 kW) with the 1.8 liter supercharged model.

However, ABT has taken the powerful 1.8 liter supercharged G60 model to the next level boosting it to 240HP (177 kW). The tuning specialists has also installed a spoiler across the liftgate’s window, front spoiler, side mouldings with “ABT Power“ lettering and racing-type wheels.

“Simple, unique and timeless,” said Hans-Jürgen Abt for Volkswagen Golf II.

Source: ABT

October 25, 2013

2014 BMW 2-Series Coupe – A New Dimension in Driving Dynamics

BMW has continuing to expand their model range with a sensational 2-Series. After the recent revealing of 4-Series Coupe and Convertible, the manufacturer decided that it will be a good idea to split the 1-Series as well. The result is really spectacular!

The BMW 2-Series Coupe takes the levels of driving pleasure on offer in a compact model to even greater heights. The new two-door cuts a particularly impressive figure with its distinctive body design, a range of extremely powerful engines and specially configured chassis technology.

Initially, the engine range will include only 220i Coupe with 184HP (135 kW) and 270Nm (200 lb-ft) of torque and a powerful M235i Coupe with thrilling 326HP (240 kW) and 400Nm (295 lb-ft) of torque. Of course we also expect the 228i with 2.0 liter turbocharged petrol and 245HP (180 kW) and 350Nm (258 lb-ft) as well as some diesel engines: 220d and 230d.

The dimensions of BMW 2-Series Coupe are: 4,432 mm length; 1,774 mm width; height 1,418 mm and 2,690 mm wheelbase. The boot space is 390 litres, which is 20 litres more than 1-Series Coupe. The BMW 2-Series Coupe also boasts more efficient aerodynamics than both the BMW 1-Series and its predecessor, as reflected in a Cd of 0.29 for the BMW 220i Coupe.

Everything seems to be perfect, but the real hardcore BMW fans won’t be satisfied at all…

Source: BMW

October 25, 2013

2014 Chevrolet Corvette Stingray Z51 – US Price $100,760

Chevrolet is now offering the new 2014 Corvette Stingray Z51 for $100,760. This is a whopping $25,000 mark-up to a Corvette Z51 that would normally cost $75,760. Of course you will wonder why that happened?

Because of a very strong demand for the C7 and GM has announced that they will not increase production of the sports car. So, if you can’t wait several months until production will catch up with demand, you will have to pay considerably more.

2014 Chevrolet Corvette Stingray Z51 is powered by a 6.2 liter V8 engine with 455HP (339 kW) and 624Nm (460 lb-ft) of torque. 0-96 km/h (0-60 mph) in 3.8 seconds and ¼ mile is covered in just 12.0 seconds. The sports coupe can pull 1.03 g on the skid pad and decelerate 60-0 mph in 32.6 meters (107 feet).

Cumulatively, the acceleration, cornering and braking capability of the Corvette Stingray enabled it to lap the Virginia International Raceway’s (VIR) 4.2-mile “Grand Course” in 2:51.78.

Source: Chevrolet

October 24, 2013

Author: Victor Ivanov