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  • Lotus Evora Sports Racer – UK Price £57,900

    Lotus has announced a more expensive versions of Evora and Evora S. Lotus Evora Sports Racer comes with everything that you need for some serious fun.

    The special edition vehicles has some gloss black accents on the front splitter, side sills, roof and rear diffuser. The brake calipers can be painted in either red or black and the exterior color range includes: Ardent Red, Nightfall Blue, Carbon Grey and Aspen White.

    The interior gets black leather and contrasting red stitching for the seats. There is also a red leather with black stitching variant. The Sports Pack is standard and includes a Sports mode that raises the rev limit and increases throttle response. It also contains cross-drilled brake discs and a rear diffuser.

    The Tech Pack brings some nice goodies – better audio, 7” touchscreen, DVD player, Bluetooth/USB/iPod support, rear parking sensors, cruise control and a tire pressure monitor system. Lotus has also added a reversing camera and power folding mirrors.

    Lotus Evora has a 3.5 litre V6 with 280HP (206 kW) and 342Nm (253 lb-ft) of torque.  0-100 km/h in 4.9 seconds and a top speed of 261 km/h (162 mph). The fuel consumption is just 6.5 l/100 km on the highway. The Evora Sports Racer starts from £57,900.

    Lotus Evora S is powered by a 3.5 liter DOHC supercharged V6 VVT-i engine with 350HP (257 kW) at 7,000RPM and 400Nm (295 lb-ft) of torque at 4,500RPM. 0-100 km/h in 4.6 seconds and the top speed is 276 km/h (172 mph). It comes with  with a new active exhaust that, at a push of a button, can emit some seriously deep sounds. The Evora S Sports Racer is £65,900.

    Thanks to the super lightweight of just 1437 kg, the car is able to offer offer a fuel consumption of up to 7.6 l/100km on the highway.

    Source: Lotus

  • 2013 Chrysler 300 Motown Edition – US Price $32,995

    Chrysler has revealed the new 300 Motown Edition. The vehicle is showcased in a video commercial featuring legendary Motown founder and Detroit native Berry Gordy, taking you through his journey from humble beginnings in Detroit to the bright lights of New York’s Times Square and home of the new Broadway show “Motown: The Musical.”

    The 2013 Chrysler 300 Motown Edition is available exclusively in four colors: Bright White, Gloss Black, Deep Cherry Red or Jazz Blue. The exterior also features bright chrome trim, special badging and a set of 20” polished aluminum wheels fitted with proper tires.

    The interior boasts complete Pearl White Nappa leather upholstery. There is also Black Olive Ash wood trim, Piano Black accents and an 8.4” Uconnect infotainment system which is preloaded with a 100 songs from Motown recording artists.

    The 300 Motown Edition is powered by a 3.6 liter V6 Pentastar – 296HP (218 kW) and 352Nm (260 lb-ft) of torque. It is mated to an 8-speed automatic transmission.

    The 2013 Chrysler 300 Motown Edition will hit the US market next spring. The price starts from $32,995.

    httpv://www.youtube.com/watch?v=L1NCSrwa2Us

    Source: Chrysler

  • 2013 Volkswagen Golf R Cabriolet – 270HP and 350Nm

    Volkswagen has released a new promo video of the upcoming 2013 Golf R Cabriolet. The high-performance open-top car is identical to the concept version unveiled at GTI-Worthersee in 2011.

    The Golf R Cabriolet comes with aerodynamics package including a new aggressive front fascia, aerodynamic side skirts and a dual exhaust system. There are also LED DRLs, some gloss black accents and Talladega-style alloy wheels fitted with low-profile tires.

    The interior boasts embroidered leather seats, a flat-bottom sports steering wheel and R logos all around.

    The model will be powered by the 2.0 liter turbocharged four-cylinder petrol engine with 270HP (199 kW) and 350Nm (258 lb-ft) of torque. 0-100 km/h in 5.9 seconds and a top speed of 250 km/h (155 mph).

    httpv://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xlETO4Z45E4

    Source: myvolkswagen via Youtube

  • Teaser: Vilner Mercedes-Benz SLS AMG

    Vilner-Mercedes-Benz-SLS-AMG-THUMBHow do you think the perfect present for Christmas would look like? I personally would love to have a white Mercedes-Benz SLS AMG wrapped with a big red band – not under my Christmas tree but in front of my house. In addition it has to be a very special kind of Mercedes-Benz, and this means that it has to be unique and full of enhancements.

    For this reason, I would imagine that it is tuned by Vilner, which I am sure will make the best and most beautiful interior design! Just try to think about it in an exhilarating red color which includes all the smallest details that the tuners will make. My dream sounds very exciting, doesn’t it?

    Although I won’t be the lucky one to drive this exceptional beauty, there is a particular person who has the same taste as I do. And this fact is proved by the latest teaser images that Vilner has released. They clearly show that the professionals are currently working on an SLS AMG model with white exterior and red interior. Form the pictures we can also judge that the car will include brand new headlights and bumper.

    All we are left to do is to wait for the car to come out of the dark and show itself in its true glory. And if you are eager to know what’s going on in Vilner’s garage, you simply have to follow them on their official Facebook page where you will be daily updated.

    Pictures Source: Vilner

  • Petrolicious: Napa Valley Roadsters [VIDEO]

    Napa Valley, Callifornia: fields full of grape vines, sun is constantly shining and birds are literally singing all the time. Sound like the place for the perfect vacation and it undoubtedly is. However, it is also the place where there is a community of people who are keen on vintage automobiles.

    More importantly, they help one another with everything that concerns the parts and maintenance of those vehicles. On the spot this time, through the lenses of the professionals from Petrolicious are the vintage Datsun Roadsters, which are definitely one-of-a-kind and have thrilling engine “voice”.

    Being a rear wheel drive the roadster is still capable of accelerating the sprint from 0 to 100 km/h in only 8.4 seconds. It reaches its tops speed of 108 mph effortlessly, thanks to its naturally aspired I-4 engine. The latter generates 135 horsepower (100 kW) and has a 179 Nm (132 ft-lbs) of torque rated at 4400 rpm.

    Now take a look at the video below and experience through the words of those lucky men what it is like to have a car such as the Datsun Roadster.

    httpv://vimeo.com/55825845

    Video Source: Petrolicious via Vimeo

  • 2013 Carbon Motors TX7 MMV Shows Versatility

    2013 Carbon Motors TX7 MMV is indeed a very special kind of vehicle standing under the name of Multi Mission Vehicle (MMV). It will offer integrated incident command, surveillance, prisoner transport and personnel carrying capabilities in an innovative and flexible package.

    To go further into details, the TX7 is powered by a V-8 diesel engine mated to a six-speed automatic transmission. The latter drives all four wheels in 4×4 configuration with ten-person seating capability.

    Furthermore, in the future there will be an environmentally responsible version of the car, which is going to be powered by a Compressed Natural Gas (CNG) powertrain. Innovations in power management, including piloting of certain solar array technologies, are also planned.

    The TX7 is positioned to bridge the gap between patrol vehicles and the highly specialized vehicles which are utilized in situations such as disaster management, search and rescue, warrant service, perimeter security.

    As a matter of fact, this MMV is so versatile, that it allows for a more affordable and flexible vehicle that is deployable more frequently and under a broader scope of scenarios reducing government expenditures. Additionally infrared, thermal imaging and weapons of mass destruction sensors (chemical, biological and radiation) further improve its mission readiness.

    2013 Carbon Motors TX7 MMV will have a starting price of $ 149 950 and its production is slated to begin in late 2013.

    Source: Carbon Motors

  • Pure Style: D2Forged Cadillac CTS-V FMS-11

    D2Forged-Cadillac-CTS-V-FMS-11-THUMBD2Forged Cadillac CTS-V FMS-11 is a truly unique family car. Simply very few other cars in the same class can show the same style and luxury as this one. And even more, the Cadillac has new one-of-a-kind set of shoes, thanks to the work of the specialists from D2Forged Wheels.

    The road presence of the vehicle is now greater than ever, because of its new forged FMS-11 Wheels, which break any boundaries that can be imagined. Here we see a multispoke setup in sizes 21×9.5 and 21×11 for the front and the rear respectively, step lips, tinted brushed wheel face, hi-polished step lips.

    This undoubtedly will bring more pleasure to the driver and occupants, while enjoying the ride. Cadillac CTS-V draws its power by the 6.2 liter supercharged V8, which can generate up to 564 ho (415kW) and 747Nm (551 lb-ft). This means that it easily accelerates from 0 to 100 km/h for only 4.0 seconds on its way to the top speed of 250 km/h (155 mph).

    Source: D2Forged Wheels

  • Schwabenfolia BMW 1M Coupe Foiled in Irie Green

    Schwabenfolia-BMW-1M-Coupe-thumbSchwabenfolia BMW 1M Coupe was originally in Black Sapphire Metallic. However, after the work of the professionals from Schwabenfolia it was given an Irie Green color. Of course, this was achieved through foiling.

    In addition, there are some details and extras added. For example, the glossy black roof and original shiny chrome side indicators were also foiled in black. The same thing happened to the rim rings with inlays in the body color. In addition, the start button is now in irie green, and black BMW emblems, mounted carbon-mirror caps, a rear spoiler are made of the same material as well as the black BMW-reins.

    The interior of the BMW was also improved. The seats for instance were additionally adorned with orange stitching. The same pattern can be seen on the steering wheel as well. The rims were coated by universal black and provided with high-gloss coating.

    Source: Miranda Media

  • Lorinser Mercedes-Benz CLS Shooting Brake

    Lorinser has announced their tuning program for Mercedes-Benz CLS Shooting Brake.

    The result is impressive, both in terms of looks and sound: lift-reducing aerodynamic components, significantly enhanced performance, stainless steel exhaust systems with a sporty sound, striking 19” and 20” alloy wheels and superior interior modifications make for individualised series vehicles.

    The aerodynamics package includes Lorinser front and rear bumpers and a pair Lorinser side skirts. The body kit is mounted on the serial attachment points, the price is €6,176.

    The CLS 350 BlueEFFICIENCY can be boosted to 322HP (237 kW) at 6,200RPM and 400Nm (296 lb-ft) of torque at 2,900RPM. The speed limiter is moved to 265 km/h.

    The CLS 350 CDI now has 305HP (224 kW) at 4,100RPM and 695Nm (515 lb-ft) of torque at just 1,600RPM.

    Lorinser sport rear silencers that have been aligned to the different performance kitsare also available. The range includes four-pipe systems, which ensure a full and powerful sound.

    There are two different wheel sets – RS8 and RSK6.

    The RS8 is a 19” wheel with turbine look. The recommended wheel/tyre combination comprises 8.5J x 19” rims with 255/35 ZR19 tyres for the front and 9.5J x 19” rims with 285/30 ZR19 tyres for the rear. There is also 20” variant with dimensions 9.0J x 20” wheels with 255/30 ZR20 tyres for the front axle and 10.0J x 20” wheels with 295/25 ZR20 tyres for the rear axle.

    The RSK6 set has the same dimensions for 19” and 20”, respectively.

    Lorinser recommends using high-performance tyres from its technology partner, Continental.

    Last is the set of lowering springs bringing the ride 25 mm closer to the ground.

    Source: Lorinser

  • BMW 1-Series F20 M135i – Nurburgring Lap in 8:05

    The BMW ///M135i is suitable not only for going at the race track during weekends, but everyday driving.  Still, it is one of the fastest small cars around the Nurbring. It managed to finish a lap around the Nordschleife in just 8 minutes and 5 seconds.

    The M135i is powered by a 3.0-liter twin-turbocharged six-cylinder petrol engine with 320HP (235 kW) and 450Nm (332 lb-ft) becomes furious. 0-100 km/h in 4.9 seconds and a top speed of 250 km/h (155 mph) – electronically limited. Without the limiter, the small sports car will easily go beyond 280 km/h.

    Enjoy the video!

    httpv://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mfbvmahnIS8

    Source: autoforumCZ via Youtube

  • Prior Design BMW F30

    Prior Design has announced their latest project. It is based on the all-new 3-Series – the F30. The aggressive BMW is now even more special. It comes with several styling updates giving more individuality and style.

    The complete aerodynamics package by Prior Design for BMW F30 is made from Dura-Flex, which is a high-quality material, characterized by excellent surface structure that provides sufficient flexibility and stability.Aerodynamic parts are easy paintable as well.

    The 3-Series F30 front bumper is priced at €699, the rear bumper is also €699, the pair of side skirts are just €329 and the trunk lid spoiler is €229.

    The package will fit all BMW 3-Series F30 models.

    Source: Prior Design

  • Vorsteiner Mercedes C63 AMG

    Vorsteiner has announced their latest project based on 2012 Mercedes Benz C63 AMG. The sports car comes only with style modifications including complete body package and big wheels. The only performance mod is a Stainless or Titanium Sport Exhaust system.

    The engine a 6.2 liter naturally aspirated V8 with 457PS (336 kW) and 600Nm (443 lb-ft). It is mated to a 7-speed SpeedShift MCT transmission. 0 to 100 km/h in 4.5 seconds, which is a bit faster than BMW M3 and the fuel consumption is 12.0 L/100 km (19.6mpg).

    The special AMG Performance Package boosts the engine to 488PS (359 kW) and the torque is the same 600Nm (443 lb-ft).

    Vorsteiner 2012 Mercedes Benz C63 AMG:

    • • Front add-on spoiler Carbon Fiber
    • • Front vent louver covers Carbon Fiber
    • • Front Hood Grill Replacement Carbon Fiber
    • • Front fender grill cover Carbon Fiber
    • • Side skirt panels Carbon Fiber
    • • Boot Lid replacement with integrated spoiler wing element Carbon Fiber
    • • Rear Vented Diffuser element Carbon Fiber
    • • 19 or 20 inch forged wheels aluminum forged
    • • Stainless or Titanium Sport Exhaust system
    • • Vorsteiner custom embroidered floor mats and trunk mats with piping color options

    Source: Vorsteiner