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  • Volkswagen team proudly unveils new Tarok Concept

    2018 Volkswagen Tarok ConceptVolkswagen proudly reveals Tarok Concept pickup at the Sao Paulo International Motor Show. This is an all-wheel drive vehicle with numerous innovative features and upgrades, based on benchmarks of previous VW models. Built from scratch, this bad boy surely has a lot to demonstrate, so let’s waste no more time and see what VW team has prepared for us!

    In terms of exterior, it is immediately recognizable as a Volkswagen vehicle, but this time with some sexy changes and additions, compared to classic VW pickup design ideas – Tarok Concept features sleek silhouette, elegant lines and sexy curves. It does give off this pickup masculinity and aggressiveness, but remains tight and clean. Just as any other contemporary vehicle in the segment should look.

    2018 Volkswagen Tarok Concept

    And as it comes to interior design, Volkswagen team hasn’t disappointed us. The cabin catches the eye with color-keyed crossbar in Cypress Metallic, glass-covered infotainment system, digital air conditioning controls and a Digital Cockpit that gives off this scent of futuristic ideology and next-gen technology that would lead us everywhere we want.

    SEE ALSO: Mercedes team reveals details about new E 300 Saloon and Estate models

    Tarok Concept is geared with a 1.4-liter 150hp four-cylinder TSI engine, mated to a six-speed automatic gearbox. The power output is delivered by a next-gen 4MOTION all-wheel-drive. Enjoy!

    2018 Volkswagen Tarok Concept

    2018 Volkswagen Tarok Concept

    Source: Volkswagen 

  • Mercedes team reveals details about new E 300 Saloon and Estate models

    2019 Mercedes-Benz E-Class New E 300 de Saloon and Estate are already available for order and come with numerous goodies and improvements that altogether will make the difference for both trim levels. So, let’s find out more, shall we?

    The E 300 looks beautiful, stylish and capable enough to defend that well-known Mercedes-Benz status of high-quality and luxury. New Saloon and Estate machines are geared with an agile 2.0-liter diesel power unit that produces a total of 194hp and these massive 400Nm of torque, while the overall output of the hybrid versions is measured at 122hp and 440Nm of torque. Neat!

    2019 Mercedes-Benz E-Class

    Furthermore, every model is geared with extended list of standard features. For example, the entry-level SE features blind spot assist, widescreen cockpit, four USB ports, touchpad, illuminated door sills, split-folding rear seats, parking package with Active Parking Assist, Seat Comfort pack, a choice of a total of 64 exterior colors, 18-inch five-spoke alloys and numerous more.

    SEE ALSO: Darkness Comes! Toyota announces new Nightshade Edition Model

    And for all of these who seek even more, the AMG Line trim level delivers it – buyers who specify their vehicle with such an exclusive upgrade pack will also get 18-inch five-twin-spoke alloys, black open-pore ash wood trim with Artico Dinamica leather upholstery, AMG steering wheel with touch control buttons and privacy glass. Furthermore, there are also additional stock upgrades that can be applied to the newcomers – there’s a Premium Package, Premium Plus Package, Night Package and Comfort Package that bring different kind of goodies, all based on buyer’s needs and requirements. Cool!

    2019 Mercedes-Benz E-Class

    Source: Mercedes-Benz 

  • Darkness Comes! Toyota announces new Nightshade Edition Models

    2019 Toyota Nightshade Edition ModelsToyota announces details about new Nightshade Special Edition models. 2019 Camry and Highlander lineups will be enriched with sexy exclusive packages that offer both styling and performance upgrades – buyers will bet neat black accents, Nightshade Special Edition badging and countless more goodies. Let’s check ‘em out!

    Camry Nightshade

    2019 Toyota Nightshade Edition Models

    2019 Camry, already popular with its stylish and functional interior, Toyota has prepared neat upgrade to the SE trim level with black 18-inch wheels and black spoiler that are the highlight of the upgrade pack. Additional exterior accents include black window molding, black mirror caps, a black shark fin, black door handles, white and black exterior Toyota emblems and a choice of three exterior finishes: Midnight Black Metallic, Celestial Silver and Super White.

    Highlander Nightshade

    2019 Toyota Nightshade Edition Models

    Sexy and sleek, Highlander Nightshade Special Edition is founded on SE grade level and features black accents to the rear spoiler, shark fin antenna, exterior door handles and door trims are also covered in black. Furthermore, the upgrade pack includes neat 19-inch wheels that complete the overall sporty looks. The pack also includes four optional exterior color schemes: Midnight Black Metallic, Predawn Gray Mica, Salsa Red Pearl and Blizzard Pearl. Neat!

    SEE ALSO: A Swiss tuning studio finds ways to make the iconic BMW X4 even more appealing

    Source: Toyota 

  • A Swiss tuning studio finds ways to make the iconic BMW X4 even more appealing

    2018 Dähler BMW X4 What people think of Indian Summer is a vivid picture of magnificent colored leaves, blue skes and warm temperatures. And when we think of Indian Summer, we think about the new X4 (GO2) machine – a SAV coupe that has confidently positioned itself in the competitive lineup with X-Typical power and sexy looks.

    However, Dähler Design & Technik GmbH from Belp has decided to exploit the capabilities of the vehicle and add some sexy and functional additions. The result is simply astonishing, given that the studio has already proved itself with other tuning projects. For this particular machine, the crew has included a powerful gasoline engine that produces a total of 420hp and 630Nm of torque, mated to a revised eight-speed automatic that adds neat kick to the overall sporty spirit of the lucky X4.

    2018 Dähler BMW X4

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    2018 Dähler BMW X4

    Also, for the chassis, there was a fine-tuned sporty suspension kit included that lowers the overall height of the vehicle and significantly reduces the sway movements and contributes to overall sexy appearance. Furthermore, there’s a top-tuned harmonious and shock-absorbent suspension solution by installing numerous adjustable suspension with crisp and sporty taunt identification. And last, but most certainly not least, the team has included a sporty stainless exhaust system with a total of four tailpipes that were handcrafted by the team as well. Neat!

    2018 Dähler BMW X4

    Source: Dähler Design & Technik

  • Vilner team showcase a dual styling concept with two identical Mustang machines [VIDEO]

    2018 Vilner Ford Mustang GT Vonvertible ComboVilner’s latest project features two components: two vehicles, based on the 2015 Ford Mustang GT Convertible. However, the spirit and concept of each is way too different from the other, which, as you might well expect, hasn’t reflected on team’s determination to deliver us an exclusive and luxurious tuning idea. Let’s check it out shall we?

    First of all, in Atanas Vilner’s own words, the studio has chosen two models in order to showcase all the personalization options that can be applied. Founder and CEO, Mr. Vilner has been revising machines with his brand for more than 20 years. And as always, we see this well-rounded and well-executed manner of work: focusing on all small details that altogether do make a big difference at the end of the day.

    2018 Vilner Ford Mustang GT Vonvertible Combo

    Both saloon concepts showcase quality and functionality that exceeds the stock level of the Mustang lineup and feature fine leather coverages, high-quality Alcantara and all plastic components have either been replaced with high quality ones or been covered with leather. However, what caught our attention is the Mustang logo that can be seen on different areas in the cabin. It means that Vilner team hasn’t forgotten the authentic Mustang pride and doesn’t replace one brand with another – the team is just building upon the prestigious foundation.

    SEE ALSO: TurboZentrum team takes a closer look at a lucky Hyundai i30 N. The result is astonishing!

    Furthermore, steering wheels in both vehicles has undergone exclusive procedure in order to become an honorable addition to the overall design concept idea. Both feature neat Alcantara covers, along with sporty marker and ergonomic design. The first one is covered with sexy V logo in blue, while the other comes with this very same V design, but features sporty lines that can also be seen on the seats and on other parts in the cabin. Enjoy!

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    Source: Vilner Bulgaria 

  • TurboZentrum team takes a closer look at a lucky Hyundai i30 N. The result is astonishing!

    2018 TurboZentrum Hyundai i30 NHyundai has recently unveiled a hot new i30 N machine and it has become some kind of brand’s famous child – with a total of 250hp and 353Nm of torque, along with refined drivetrain system and sexy exterior looks, new i30 N has managed to catch the eye of both sceptics and fans.

    However, specialists at TurboZentrum in Berlin have decided to add a bit more spice to the overall recepie and geared the sexy Asian beast with a so-called Stage 3 upgrade turbo and some additional goodies that altogether push the 2.0-liter four-cylinder power unit to the titanic 400hp. Neat!

    2018 TurboZentrum Hyundai i30 N

    What the team has done in details is to include an enlarged, machined compressor wheel with extended tip technology, larger exhaust wheel and has done certain revisions on the compressor and exhaust housings. As part of the tuning and optimization process, the engineers have also included an exclusive coated friction bearing that significantly improves the dry-run properties and ensures longer lifecycle for the turbocharger. And last, but not least, the vehicle has been fine-tuned in accordance with TurboZentrum’s own high standards. As you might expect, such fine-balancing greatly surpasses the stock specifications. The result is pretty neat – a turbocharger with significantly more power and capabilities, compared to the original one. Enjoy!

    2018 TurboZentrum Hyundai i30 N

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    Source: TurboZentrum 

  • Lincoln team showcases Jay Leno’s exclusive Black Label Navigator

    2018 Lincoln Black Label NavigatorAn exclusively-tweaked Lincoln Black Label Navigator, especially ordered by Jay Leno, makes its debut at this year’s SEMA show on Nov. 2. With longer wheelbase and spacious and functional interior, along with advanced drivetrain system, this new family guy is expected to deserve its honorable place in the whole lineup.

    The Black Label Navigator comes with Chroma Crystal Blue exterior with Lincoln Black Label Yacht Club theme for the interior. This very same theme is one of the most popular among buyers, and features Castal Blue Venetian and Blue Alpine leather. Further personalization tweaks include two-tone body color repaint, additional darker privacy glass with a smoky tint, darker chrome accents and distinctive wheels. For the inside, changes include new seating colors, Venetian leather coverage and special backlit sill plates.

    2018 Lincoln Black Label Navigator

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    The whole design concept has been customized by Van Nuys, California-based Galpin Motors & Auto Sports under the direction of Lincoln Design Studio. In fact, this is not the first Lincoln that Leno has owned. As you might know, he bought an unrestored one-owner 1966 Lincoln Continental and has featured it in his show. And as it comes to the new guy, it can bee seen at SEMA booth 10012.

    2018 Lincoln Black Label Navigator

    Source: Lincoln 

  • Kia announces details about new 2020 Forte GT lineup

    2020 Kia Forte GT LineKia team proudly showcases new lineup at this year’s SEMA show – new 2020 Forte GT will hit the roads with sporty drivetrain system and numerous advanced technologies. And as expected from Kia, the new family guy will wrap all these advanced technologies in a sexy and contemporary exterior that marks brand’s determination to offer even better and better vehicles.

    New 2020 Forte will be available in FE, LXS, EX, GT Line and GT trim levels. Every single of these models will offer exclusive cosmetic features as glossy black grille with red accents, glossy black treatment, revised LED turn signals, sporty side sills and rear spoiler. Furthermore, the interior fully resembles the aggressive exterior design concept and offers alloy sport pedals, flat bottom steering wheel, exclusive black sport cloth seats, performance side bolsters for the front seats and driver-focused technology features.

    2020 Kia Forte GT Line

    And now the interesting part – drivetrain system. All new GT Line models are geared with naturally aspirated 147hp 2.0-liter MPI four-cylinder power units, mated to an Intelligent Variable Transmission, whereas the higher GT trim takes Forte’s performance rates to even higher level: a DOHC turbocharged 1.6-liter I-4 GDI power unit that generates a total of 201hp and 195lb-ft of torque. The power is sent to the front wheels via a 6-speed manual gearbox or an optional 7-speed dual clutch transmission. Also, GT trim levels benefit from fully independent front and rear suspension, mated to a larger front disc brakes and sway bars that deliver better handling and cornering. And all this setup is topped off with sticky 225/40R-18 Michelin Pilot Sport Summer tires. Neat!

    SEE ALSO: Kahn Design reveals new Land Rover Defender tuning project!

    Also, a suite of Kia Drive Wise technologies are part of the standard equipment and offer the aid of numerous passive and active safety features as Forward Collision Warning, Forward Collision Avoidance Assist, Lane Departure Warning, Lane Keeping Assist, Driver Attention Warning and numerous more. In terms of infotainment and interior utility, Kia team has decided to gear this lineup with LED overhead lightning, 320-watt Harman Kardon 3 premium audio system, Clari-Fi TM 4 technology, wireless charging and heated seats and steering wheel. Enjoy!

    2020 Kia Forte GT Line

    Source: Kia 

  • Kahn Design reveals new Land Rover Defender tuning project!

    2018 Kahn Desgin Land Rover Station Wagon Chelsea Wide TrackLand Rover Defender 2.2 TDCI XS 110 Station Wagon Chelsea Wide Track proudly showcases all these Kahn Design features that have made the studio one of the best in the world. Capable, durable and extremely sexy, the revised machine is surely one of tuner’s pinnacles for 2018.

    The exterior features new front and rear wide wings with integrated vents and bolt aperture, extended wheel arches in Satin Black and new X-Lander front grille. Furthermore, the front bumper with integrated lightning, fog lamps, tron ring lightning, LED Diamond bright headlights and many other components are covered in matte black and neatly enhance the sexy color scheme.

    2018 Kahn Desgin Land Rover Station Wagon Chelsea Wide Track

    This whole exterior design concept is completed with Satin Black 1983 RS Defend wheels in 9×20-inch fitment with 265x65x18-inch tires and painted brake calipers adorn the full picture. Furthermore, in terms of drivetrain system, the vehicle features twin crosshair exhaust system, suspension lift, up-rated gas shocks and steering damper and hard wearing mud flaps.

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    In terms of interior, Kahn Design knows how it’s done! The Defender offers a pretty cozy and comfortable place for the driver and passengers: there are new GTB front, middle and rear folding seats in quilted and perforated Portland leather, central flove box, passenger dashboard, grab handles, door panel inserts, instrument binnacle and many more have been upholstered to match the color scheme. Neat!

    2018 Kahn Desgin Land Rover Station Wagon Chelsea Wide Track

    Source: Kahn Design

  • 2019 Volkswagen Jetta takes home prestigious award. Details here!

    2019 Volkswagen JettaVolkswagen today announced that new 2019 Jetta has been named the finalist of 2019 Green Car of the Year event. This is a prestigious recognition that honors vehicles that contribute to cleaner environment and incorporate ecologically friendly drivetrain system and features.

    New Jetta is powered by a 1.4-liter turbocharged direct-injection TSI power unit that produces a total of 147hp and 184lb-ft of torque. This 16-valve power unit adopts the usage of an air-to-water heat exchanger, exhaust manifold for reduced distance that exhaust gases should travel to reach the turbocharger, new engine cooling system and relatively high 10:1 compression ratio for further efficiency.

    2019 Volkswagen Jetta

    In Volkswagen’s own words, new 2019 Jetta is one of brand’s most advanced vehicles so far, but at the same time it retains the fun-to-drive character and easy-to-use technologies. Some of these include a standard six-speed gearbox and an optional eight-speed automatic. There’s also a Start/Stop system for the automatic transmission variants that stops the engine during idle when the brake pedal is held. Once released, the engine is engaged seamlessly.

    SEE ALSO: Jaguar proudly unveils F-TYPE Chequered Flag Edition model!

    And as it comes to the event itself, Green Car of the Year has been selected by Green Car Journal editors and invited guests from highly-respected efficiency and environmental organizations. This year’s guests include Jay Leno, Jean-Michel Cousteau, President of Ocean Futures Society, Matt Petersen, President and CEO of Los Angeles Cleantech Incubator and Board Member of Global Green USA; Dr. Alan Lloyd, President Emeritus of the International Council on Clean Transportation and Senior Research Fellow at the Energy Institute, University of Texas at Austin; Mindy Lubber, President of CERES; and Jason Hartke, President of the Alliance to Save Energy.

    2019 Volkswagen Jetta

    Source: Volkswagen 

  • Germany’s Wagenbauanstalt studio presents a new tuning project! Check it out!

    2018 Wagenbauanstalt Porsche 911 TurboThere are numerous tuning studios in Germany, but today we will be talking about a particular one – Wagenbauanstalt. Although it is not that popular and known, the crew can show off with numerous tuning projects that catch the eye with both styling customization and advanced engineering solutions.

    One of Wagenbauantsalt highlights is a refined Porsche 911 Turbo from 1993. What the team did is to remove wheel arches, doors, fenders, side panels and rear wing and replace them with exclusive hand-made substitutes. Furthermore, the rims are also custom-made from Wheel-Tex 24. However, the most fascinating feature in the whole project is the fact that Wagenbauanstalt has managed to maintain this pure and authentic retro Porsche expression and just to build up from this glorious foundation.

    2018 Wagenbauanstalt Porsche 911 Turbo

    In fact, the retro styling was obtained from Kaege program – by installing Candy-Fade-Away coat coverage, hand-polished cup style rollover cage, 1940s Lincoln door openers/handles and hand-polished decorations in Candy gold.

    SEE ALSO: Jaguar proudly unveils F-TYPE Chequered Flag Edition model!

    The final result is simply amazing – the revised Porsche showcases clean green finish with yellow accent. Although this is a common color scheme, the design team has managed to manifest it pretty neatly. Enjoy!

    2018 Wagenbauanstalt Porsche 911 Turbo

    Source: Wagenbauantsalt

  • Jaguar proudly unveils F-TYPE Chequered Flag Edition model!

    2018 Jaguar F-TYPE Chequred Flag EditionSince the unveiling of the iconic XK 120 back in 1948, the world of sports cars has been forever changed. And we all should admit that Jaguar has been one of these brands that have contributed to the automobile in such a way that few other companies can even imagine. And here we are 70 years later reviewing the new F-TYPE range and more precisely, the Chequered Flag Special Edition.

    Based on F-TYPE R-Dynamic Coupe and Convertible, the new guy comes with a powerful four- and six-cylinder engines, sexy visual enhancements and driver-focused cabin. Some of the highlights include a Black Contrast roof, luxurious Windsor Leather interior trim, exclusive 20-inch Gloss Black wheels with Diamond Turned finish and numerous hi-tech gadgets that do make a difference: Delta aluminum central console, Touch Pro infotainment system, Meridian Audio, smartphone integration and a large 10-inch touchscreen.

    2018 Jaguar F-TYPE Chequred Flag Edition

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    And as it comes to drivetrain system, the output of 300hp and 400Nm comes from a 2.0-cylinder Ingenium petrol engine or from a larger 3.0-liter V6 unit that produces a total of 380hp and 460Nm. Both engines are matched to an eight-speed Quickshift gearbox and delivers power to the rear wheels. Also, Jaguar team offers an optional Intelligent Drive Dynamics system for the 380hp version that delivers power to all four wheels. Enjoy!

    2018 Jaguar F-TYPE Chequred Flag Edition

    Source: Jaguar