It is hard to forget the spectacular lava-infused Tesla Model S by Larte Design, isn’t it? The car was revealed two weeks ago at the Top Marques Monaco and caused a big furor. And if you think that there is nothing new going on around this project then you are definitely wrong. The car is getting a performance upgrade, which will make it even more powerful.
Named Elizabeta and colored in fiery red, this Model S is now getting an exuberating white version, which is currently in preparation at company’s division in California. It will be extremely hot variant of the car, because of its spectacular 900hp capability. In comparison, the red Elizabeta produces “only” 700 hp.
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What is more, this will not only raise the performance of the car with 29 percent but will also show any higher energy consumption, meaning that it will have similar reach as the production variant. Furthermore, this version of the Elizabeta will also feature lightweight front and rear bumpers made of basalt fibers just like its sibling.
To remind you, Larte Desin’s bodywork weighs just 13kg altogether, not only due to the aforementioned bumpers, but also because of the carbon fiber elements included in the front bumper, wheel arches, side skirts, trunk lid and the rear diffuser insert.
And for those who really like the noisy sound of a petrol engine, the tuner has prepared a sound module, which can acoustically mimic car’s acceleration. Oh, and have you noticed the revised interior as well?
Source: Larte Design
Cadillac announced, that the US market is ready to take orders for the next-gen 2016 CTS-V. This is a 640 hp (477 kW) sedan and it is one of the two V-Series models, that will be offered in the market in Summer of 2015. In fact, the 2016 V-series mark a big expansion of Cadillac luxurious line.
In February we saw the birth of the most powerful Lotus ever – the Evora 400. Then, at the Geneva Auto Saloon we witnessed its official public reveal. Now, the company has finally proved this with early tests, carried out by the Technical Manager for Lotus Motorsport, Gavan Kershaw. He drove the new Lotus at Hethel, boasting an advantage of six seconds per lap. During the tests he drove an Evora with standard road specifications, running on road tyres and suspension.
Jeff Gordon is not an unknown name for the motorsport enthusiasts. But if you are not among them, maybe it is a nice idea to tell you that he is a five-time Brickyard 400 winner and four-time NASCAR Sprint Cup champion. Why these facts are so important? Gordon will be driver behind the steering wheel of a Corvette Z06 pace car. This will happen at the 99th edition of Indy 500 mile race on May 24 at the Indianapolis Motor Speedway.
Volvo XC90’s T8 Twin Engine is one of the best powertrains currently on the market. It can deliver spectacular power and has very low needs for fuel. This of course, corresponds to the lowest emissions for a seven seater. They have dropped by 10 g/km and now measure only 49 g/km. The fuel economy is rated at 134.5mpg, while the power from the engine has also grown. The SUV can generate a combined power of 407 hp (300 kW) and 640 Nm (472 lb-ft) of torque.
Audi R18 e-Tron Quattro debuts with refreshed styling and bodywork features. In fact, the whole concept is different, compared to the Audi model, that won the FIA World Endurance Championship WEC season at Silverstone. As you know, it is kind of a tradition for Audi team to create different bodywork concepts for each individual race. Just to be prepared for everything. And this proofed to be a successful strategy.
This year marks the second time, that Nissan Versa Note stays on Kelley Blue Book’s “10 Tech-Savviest Cars Under $20,000”. The car won the award, thanks to the Around View Monitor, the numerous tech options, that include the hands-free texting, Bluetooth and Pandora Connectivity. In fact, Nissan Versa in on the sixth place on the prestigious list.
After competing in the inaugural season, Volkswagen Andretti Rallycross team is ready to compete in the Global RallyCross Championship. In 2015 the team will fight its place in the competition with the two Beetle GRC vehicles, which, as you know, debuted in 2014. The vehicle itself is based on the GRC car and features six-speed transmission, further-tuned drive system, upgraded slip differentials.
The last time we have heard about Vilner was almost five months ago. Right ahead of Christmas the tuning studio has released Porsche 911 cabrio-based project that has also drawn a lot of attention. Luckily the talented specialists have been working on many projects and have been very busy. One proof for that is their newest project, involving a Morgan Plus 8 roadster. How cool is that! But let me continue.
Chevrolet Impala just received more aggressive looks, due to the addition of new exclusive trim level. The so called Midnight Edition is actually a special edition blacked-out package, inspired by a concept vehicle shown at SEMA last year. The car will be available for order this summer and will add all the premium characteristics of the new redesigned Impala.
Audi confidently expands its lightning technology and remains on the leading place. The latest project, called the “intelligent laser light for compact and high-resolution adaptive headlights” and has the ambition to create the headlights of the future. The used technology is called Matrix Laser and will make the road illumination even more flexible and efficient.
Land Rover North America announced, that the 2015 Discovery Sport is named “SUV of the year” by leading publisher Digital Trends. The publisher revealed their three favorite vehicles from some different categories: Car, SUV, Performance, Luxury and Alternative Energy. The award methodology is based on technology, style, safety, value, dynamics and efficiency.
