Hennessey has officially announced that its all-new mid-engine super sports car Venom GT will celebrate its US debut at the upcoming 2010 SEMA Show in Las Vegas at 2nd of November. (more…)
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Hennessey Venom GT to make US premiere at SEMA 2010
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Nissan launches the highly-efficient Fuga Hybrid
Nissan has exclusively confirmed November 2nd as the official sales start of its all-new, luxury, environment-pleaser Nissan Fuga Hybrid sedan on the Japanese market. (more…) -
2011 Volkswagen Jetta European Edition is unveiled
Great news from Volkswagen! The company has introduced the European edition of 2011 Jetta, which was launched earlier this year in the USA. The European edition boats better interior trim options and some additional engine choices.The entry level of 2011 Jetta EU comes with 1.2 liter TSI with 105PS (77kW), followed by 1.4TSI with either 122PS (90 kW) or 160PS (118kW). The top-of-range 2.0 liter TSI version delivers 200PS (147kW).
The diesel variants are a 1.6 liter TDI with 105 PS (77 kW) and a 2.0 liter TDI with 140 PS (103 kW). (more…)
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DUB Magazine shows its custom Hyundai Equus ahead of SEMA
DUB Edition Hyundai Equus is the latest addition to the tempting list of extraordinary rides scheduled to make its first public appearance at the upcoming SEMA show in Las Vegas. (more…) -
A blast from the Future – Super Hatchback in Space [video]
Super Hatchback Concept is one of the latest creations the designer Jamie Martin. His renderings are awesome and he also animated its creation. The car measures 4014cm in length, 1924cm in width and 1358 in height. The wheelbase is 2602cm.The body is created from 65% steel and 35% Aluminium, which is used for front wings, bonnet and bumpers. Alternatively 30% Glass Reinforced Plastic can used for denoted sections.
The engine is in front with lateral orientation. It features sequential twin-turbocharging with overboost facility, (more…)
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Porsche 911 GT3 Cup – Racing vision
Porsche announce the latest model of 911 GT3 Cup series. It is based on the GT3 RS, which is the ultimate road version of Porsche. 2011 GT3 Cup comes with a wider body to shelter bigger wheels, tires and brakes. The LED daylights give a little style to the brutal monster. The car is powered by the famous 3.8 liter flat-six with 450HP at 8500RPM. The upgrades are an aggressive aero package and some badges. The Razor weighs just 1.2 tonnes (1200kg), so the power-to-weight ration is 375hp per tonne. (more…)
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Lexus IS 350 Sedan debuts on the Australian market
Lexus has extended its IS line performance credentials on the Australian market with the introduction of the ultra mean and clearly sporty Lexus IS 350 sedan. (more…) -
Toyota releases Prius 10th Anniversary limited edition
Toyota has released a stunningly packed, eye-catching version of its hyper efficient ride Toyota Prius, which marks the model’s first 10 years on the UK market. (more…) -
2012 Ford Focus gets exclusive handling packs
Ford has announced that the SE and Titanium grades of its all-new, 2012 Focus model are about to offer enthusiasts a whole new dimension of driving dynamics, a dimension available through all-new, special optional handling packages. (more…) -
MOPAR with 35 vehicles at the 2010 SEMA Show
MOPAR will present 35 vehicles at the 2010 SEMA Show, which takes place November 2nd to 5th in Las Vegas.One of the most interesting is the new 2011 Challenger SRT8 392 with 6.4 liter HEMI V8 delivering 470hp (350kW) and 637Nm (470 lb-ft) of torque. The engine features a variable intake manifold, multi-cylinder deactivation, and VVT technology. Thanks to the updates, the new SRT8 will be 15 to 20% more fuel efficient than its predecessor. (more…)
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Mercedes-Benz SL Widebody kit by Misha
Teased on sketches approximately two weeks ago, Misha Designs’ Mercedes-Benz SL Widebody kit has now officially revealed its face. (more…) -
Rossin Bertin Vorax – M5 engine and 1300kg
Rossin-Bertin Vorax sounds like… Actually, it sounds like a science fiction and it IS! The vehicles is a combination between Nissan Juke and Mazda RX-8. The Vorax features a carbon fibre body and aluminium chassis as you may suggest for extra strength and lightweight. It is supposed to weigh just 1.3 tonne (2 866 lbs).The „thing” is powered by 5.0 liter V10 from BMW M5 with 570hp. The sprint from 0 to 100 km/h is covered in 3.8 seconds and the top speed is 330km/h. However, the company plans to release a 750hp supercharged version with 3.6 seconds to 100 km/h and Vmax of 372 km/h. (more…)