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Kia will launch their first electric vehicle in 2013. The model is based on the Venga EV Concept, which was introduced at the 2010 Geneva Motor Show. However, there is not official information about that.Venga is powered by an electric motor with 82PS (60 kW). The lithium-ion battery pack will give the Venga a range of approximately 140 km (87 miles) and a recharging time of six hours with a standard household outlet.Kia will build two thousands test vehicles before launching the car in 2013.
Porsche are preparing a smaller model inspired by Panamera. Pajun will be competing against BMW 5-Series and Mercedes E-Class.
Porsche Panamera is now a direct rival to 7-Series and S-Class and the company needs a smaller vehicle to hit the other segment.
Of course, Pajun will be a four-door coupe fitted with petrol, hybrid and diesel variants. The interior will feature high quality materials and a lot of extras.
Still, no other information has been released, but Pajun is expected to hit the market in 2016 and the price will start at around €60 000.
Until then, Porsche Panamera seems like a good choice to spend some cash.
Source: Autoblog
GTI35.com has introduced the tuning scene a remarkably-packed VW Golf 6 GTI, designed especially for the performance model’s 35 years anniversary celebrations. (more…)
Ford’s top-selling supermini Fiesta has exclusively expanded its range of personalization options for 2012MY via three new exciting packages – two interior packages and one exterior package. (more…)
Mazda has just revealed its Mazda MX-5 GT, the automakers all-new, ultra-light race car which is set to challenge some of the world’s most powerful rides from Aston Martin, Porsche, Lotus, and BMW at the Britcar MSA British Endurance Championship 2011, which starts this weekend at Silverstone. (more…)
Maserati GranTurismo MC Stradale, the automaker’s ultra-light yet extremely powerful model is officially confirmed for UK debut at this year’s Salon Prive event at Syon Park. (more…)
Hamann has released official photos of the new BMW 6-Series Convertible. The company didn’t release any further information about both styling and performance packages. Probably, the reason is the passing away of the founder of Hamann Motorsport – Richard Hamann.
However, we hope that the company will continue to release tuning models, because their style is just unique.
Hamann 2012 BMW 6-Series Cabriolet features a quad exhaust system and some nice sets of alloys. Performance upgrades will be offered for the 640i and 650i.
Stay tuned for more details and some high definition pictures.
Source: Hamann
The designer Morouane Bembli has released a facelifted update of Audi R10. The renderings look just perfect, so the 24 year-old artist will have a bright future as a car designer.
R10 is the next supercar in the Audi line-up just above R8. Bembli didn’t release any exact specifications, but he envisions it as a brutal sports car with V10 engine and curb weight of around 1 200kg.
Morouane Bembli is currently doing a 1 year Master’s program in Transportation Design at the Scuola Politecnica di Design in Milan, Italy.
One thing is for sure, R10 looks astonishing and we congratulate Mr. Bembli for his creation!
Source: coroflot via worldcarfans
Mercedes-Benz has prepared to special vehicles, which will take a part at the 2011 Formula 1 World Championship in Melbourne. This is the starting event and it will be held on March 25-27th.
The Official F1 Safety Car will be SLS AMG with some modifications and the Official F1 Medical Car is going to be special C 63 AMG Estate. AMG has been continuously active in Formula 1 for 15 years.
SLS AMG Safety Car is driven by 39 year old German racing driver Bernd Maylander, who has been doing this work for FIA since 2000. During the racing, SLS AMG Safety Car will be on stand by in the pit lane and in case of emergency, it will take control of the situation fastly.
C 63 AMG Estate has been a Medical car from 2008 to 2010. The new one features AMG SPEEDSHIFT MCT 7-speed transmission. The special car follows the F1 cars during the starting lap, because this is the most critical phase of the race.
Source: Mercedes-Benz
Holden is soon release a sports version of Cruze, which is named SS. The car will compete directly against the hot hatchbacks – Ford Focus ST and Mazda3 MPS.
The vehicle will be offered in both body styles with four and five-doors. Because, Holden is the Australian “Chevrolet”, Cruze SS will be the same like the Cruze Z-Spec Concept, which was unveiled at the 2010 SEMA Motor Show,
Holden Cruze will be powered by Opel Astra’s engine and to match the competition, probably, it will be a 2.0 liter turbocharged petrol with 290PS (213 kW). For maximum performance, Cruze SS will also have a sport-tuned suspension and a revised steering system.
Holden Cruze SS is expected to be exhibited at the Australian International Motor Show and hopefully to be launched later this year.
Source: Wolrdcarfans
Wheelsandmore has introduced the auto scene its latest, eye-catching creation, the 3-part lighweight aluminum rim – wheelsandmore 6Sporz. (more…)
Lingenfelter Performance Engineering offers a special Supercharger Package for 2008-2010 Dodge Challenger. It suits to both – Hemi 5.7 litre and 6.1 litre engines.
The performance package includes a Magnuson TVS 2300 intercooled supercharger system, a 160 degree thermostat, properly sized fuel injectors and a high flow air intake system. The result is 500whp and 607Nm (450 lb-ft) of torque at just 6 psi (0.4 bar) boost.
Lingenfelter 6.1L Challenger set a best record of 12.03 seconds at 193 km/h (120 mph) at the Muncie Dragway in Indiana.
The installation of the package takes 1-2 weeks with a pre-scheduled appointment. The tuning company offers 3-year/36 000-mile warranty.
