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  • Audi featuring Ducati at Pikes Peak

    Audi-RS5-Pikes-Peak-thumbAudi-RS5-Pikes-Peak-mediumSo that’s what the big Audi surprise is. A tag team on the Pikes Peak climb that consists of an RS5 and a Ducati Multistrada 1200 – a celebration of the two franchises’ coming together (Audi buying Ducati). A union then, between the sensible Germans and the passionate Italians – always a recepie for a success.

    Here’s an energetic clip that showcases the representatives. To an everyday normal person, the Ducati is essentially a bike. To us however, it is some sort of a strange car that’s been deprived of two of its wheels. Quite a far fetched misconception, but is it really? This is a Multistrada 1200 Ducati which boasts a 1.2-liter liquid-cooled engine that produces 150 hp. It also has a 6-speed transmission and a wet, hydraulic multi-plate slipper clutch. On the 2012 models, ABS is standard and there’s an engine mode switcher the regulates the power output. All of that grunt and sophistication may sound over the top, but.. it does even more so when we take into consideration that the Multistrada weighs just 190 kg when dry.Ducati-Pikes-Peak-medium-1

    There’s doesn’t seem to be anything special, special about the RS5 which is still an impressive head-turner and stomach churner. That is, nothing special beyond that body work which is styled, alongside with the theme of the Multistrada, to represent at the Pikes Peak International Hill Climb.

    Also, on a side not, Audi will be donating at the “Battle the Blaze” fund which has been established by the Pikes Peak International Hill Climb organizers to help the wildfire-ravaged community surrounding Pikes Peak.

    httpv://youtu.be/x_Mk3IwEBiY

    Video Source: AudiofAmerica via YouTube

  • Overfinch Range Rover GTS-X

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    More pictures of the Overfinch Range Rover GTS-X have been relased so we can safely say that it’s now official.

    If we manage to neglect the fact that the GTS-X is orange, we might have the chance to appreciate it’s other, more prominent features. Take the wheels for example – 22” forged “Titan” alloys, beefed up Brembo vented and drilled 380 mm disks, a lowering module and an integrated roof spoiler.

    Inside, the seats are all black leather with carbon fiber patches and a contrast orange stitching. The headlining, door cards, mats, pillars and the dashboard surround share the same theme. The steering wheel, with its flat bottom is also material and color coordinated. The instruments also correspond to the overall GTS-X appeal.

    Most importantly however, through some ECU magic, the Overfinch Rangie’s 5.0-liter supercharged engine churns out 575 bhp. An Overfinch exhaust system with switchable valve release makes sure you know all of that.

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    Source: Overfinch

  • 2013 Honda Accord Debut

    2013-Honda-Accord-thumb2013-Honda-Accord-mediumIntroducing the 2013 Honda Accord and Accord Sedan which now boast a revised exterior that’s been “designed to stand the test of time”. More space inside is also promised. No word about the oily bits so for now we’ll just have to make do with the design ques

    Starting off with a redesigned grille, Honda accent on the sporty DNA of the family. That way the hood with its many lines and curves is also being complemented. Further back to the sides, a sense of emotion comes largely from the distinctive line that goes through the door handles and flares upward toward the rear. Another line defines the rocker panel and makes a clever little swoosh towards the end. At the back, an inward slope at the top of the fenders, leaves a curvy and purposeful stance.2013-Honda-Accord-medium-1

    Inside, through the use of some Feng shui, more passenger and luggage space has been created. At the same time, both the 2013 Coupe and Sedan are actually shorter than previous models. “This car is the most sculpted and the most dynamic Accord yet,” said Vicki Poponi, assistant vice president of product planning for American Honda. “Following Honda’s long-held philosophy of ‘man maximum, machine minimum,’ the beautiful exterior evolved from a focus on interior space and the needs of the people inside it.”

    More information about the new Accord will be brought this fall right before the official release.

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    2013 Honda Accord
    2013 Honda Accord Sedan Touring
    2013 Honda Accord Sedan Touring

    Source: Honda

  • Jaguar F-Type to Debut in Paris

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    Great news! The Jaguar F-Type – the first sportish car Jaguar have made in a long time – is coming at us this fall. We already saw it camouflaged at the 2012 Goodwood festival of speed but now, the aluminum 2-seater will be completely revealed at the Paris Motor Show on the 27th of September.

    Curiously enough, the F-Type will be available as an open top only and there will be a choice in power – 340 PS or 380 PS. Both figures are coming from Jaguar’s all-new 3.0-liter supercharged V6. Then, there will be the derivative of the exciting supercharged 5.0-liter V8. For whichever version you go, you’ll always end up with an eight-speed gearbox that sends the power to the rear wheels. Oh… and a Stop/Start system as well.

    The current prototypes are being thoroughly tested through hell and ice since the virtual testing yielded 300 and counting TB of data. More than 10-million CPU hours of processing had gone into the design analysis.

    Said Ian Hoban, Jaguar’s Vehicle Line Director commented: “When you are working on a Jaguar sports car the expectations of the world are huge. We’re really pleased how the attributes have translated from the virtual simulation work we’ve done into the physical world.

    “Now, we’re refining and adding those last few percentage points – that true element of honing which the Jaguar test team are delivering – which will turn a great sports car into an exceptional one.”

    Source: Jaguar

  • 2013 Mercedes E63 AMG powered by Hennessey – Dyno Testing [HD video]

    Hennessey Performance has released a video with their tuned 2013 Mercedes-Benz E63 AMG. The mighty saloon received full performance package caller HPE700 and as you may suggest, it produces 700HP.

    The 2013 E63 AMG is powered by a newly developed 5.5 liter twin-turbocharged V8 originally producing 525HP (386 kW) and 557HP (410 kW) with the AMG Performance Package. The torque is 700Nm (516 lb-ft) and 800Nm (590 lb-ft), respectively.

    However, the HPE700 E63 AMG has 700HP (522 kW) at 5200RPM and whopping 1083Nm (800 lb-ft) of torque at just 3800RPM. The interesting thing is that power is achieved with 93 octane fuel, which is great.

    The HPE700 performance package includes a new air induction system, a full engine management system, which is carefully calibrated.

    There are also other nice upgrades like sets of big alloy wheels fitted with performance tires, carbon fiber trim accessories and sport suspensions.

    The tuning program is offered with a 3-year or 36,000 mile limited warranty.

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

    Source: HPEdesign via Youtube

  • Ferrari 599 GTB Fiorano F1 by Kahn Design

    Ferrari 599 GTB Fiorano F1 is probably the best GT car in the world. It is powered by an enormous naturally aspirated V12 in the front, rear wheel drive and perfect weight distribution. All this combined with the unmatched style and beauty of Ferrari.

    However, Afzal Kahn reworked a lot of elements of this “perfect” vehicle.

    The exterior boasts nice Nero Daytona paint and a complete aerodynamics package including new front and rear bumpers, wing shields and yellow brake calipers. There are also other upgrades like ceramic brakes and upgraded F1 gearbox delivering better performance.

    The interior is also stunning – nero Daytona leather electric sports seats and fully customized inside elements.

    The tuned 599 GTB Fiorano F1 stands on a set of 9J x 21” at the front and 12J x 22” Monza forged wheels finished in the colour of your choice.

    Dedicated to the creation of luxury bespoke vehicles, we redesign the ordered monotony of mass produced vehicles and rebuild them into individually tailored creations.

    This particular car is available for £88,875.

    Source: Kahn Design

  • 1970’s Style Fiat 500 range

    Fiat has announced the new Colour Therapy range, which is designed to bring back the spirit of the 1970s with a collection of vibrant colours and retro white detailing. The Colour Therapy is positioned between the highly popular 500 Pop and Lounge specifications.

    “The special colours and stylish new touches will make the Fiat 500 an even more attractive proposition for our customers,” commented Elena Bernardelli, marketing director, Fiat Group Automobiles UK.

    “Tasteful features such as the white door mirror covers and ‘poolball’ design gear knob in matching colour, take the popular 500 to a new level, showing just how timeless this classic city car really is.”, she added.

    Available in both hatchback and convertible versions, and with 0.9-litre TwinAir and 1.2-litre petrol engines, the cars come in five special paint colours: New Age Cream, Countrypolitan Yellow, Pasodoble Red, Volare Blue, and Tech House Grey.

    The mid-range Colour Therapy includes AC, special paint, white mirror covers, white wheel covers, a ‘poolball’ design gear knob and specific key cover as standard. It costs £800 more than the entry-level Pop, but adds more than £1000 worth of extra equipment.

    The Fiat 500 Colour Therapy range starts at £10,760 for the 1.2 Colour Therapy and goes up to to £14,510 for the 500C 0.9-litre Colour Therapy TwinAir.

    1970\'s Style Fiat 500 range
    1970\'s Style Fiat 500 range

    Source: Fiat

  • Suzuki S-Cross: C-segment Crossover Concept

    The S-Cross is a concept car by Suzuki, which will be officially presented at the upcoming 2012 Paris Motor Show. It will be held from 27 September to 14 October. The premiere will be 7.30 a.m. on 27 September at Hall 5.2 – Aisle B – Stand 509, where everything for this new vehicle in the C-segment will be revealed.

    Suzuki will also be presenting its Alto, Splash, Swift, Swift Sport, SX4, Jimny, and Grand Vitara models.

    Suzuki’s crossover concept S-Cross features an “Emotion x Quality x Aerodynamics” design theme, which is typified by distinctive dynamic lines which start on the front bumper, sweep across the doors, and continue to the rear of the body. Design elements which suggest stability and solidity also help create a cutting-edge crossover look.

    Source: Suzuki

  • Ferrari Enzo with HRE Wheels On

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    The extremely rare Ferrari Enzo is back for a bit of glory thanks to the guys at HRE Wheels. Yes, a set of brand new wheels can do miracles, refreshing the look and adding some appeal and performance.

    For this particular Enzo, HRE have gone for their P43SC Series – 1-piece monoblocks that utilize an aerospace-grade forged aluminum and side cuts plus backpad pocketing in the name of less unsprung mass and rotational inertia. They can come in both, 19 and 20-inch sizes.

    The Ferrari Enzo is limited to only 400 examples and it has been around for a while (2002). Underneath its skin, there’s a 6.0-liter V12, naturally aspirated engine that develops 651 hp and 657 Nm of torque. The former comes to you at 7,800 rpm. Zero to sixty mph is done in the astonishing time of 3.1 seconds. Zero to a hundred mph – 6.6 seconds. The highest recorded speed in it stands at 221 mph. Time to see if a new pair of shoes does the trick of improving these figures.Ferrari-Enzo-HRE-Wheels-medium-2

    Source: HRE Wheels

  • SR Auto Ferrari 458 Italia – Project Ice Blade

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    This is one of those SR Auto project that actually make sense. “Ice Blade” they call it and it involves a no longer immaculate Ferrari 458 Italia. It has a full body kit that’s predominantly of carbon fiber, some new wheels and even a lowering suspension.

    From top to bottom, the piano black roof complements the Novitec carbon fiber mirrors and carbon fiber door handles. The front lip spoiler and splitters too come in carbon fiber. Further back, there are the Novitec side skirts and at the back we get a carbon fiber diffuser and spoiler. Then we get to the wheels. A set of PUR 4OUR DEPTH dubbed “Davinci Red” – 21-inch at the front and 22-at the back. With their red lining, the white wheel arches feel rather complete, especially when we take into considoration the Basics lowering system that’s been shoved in as well.

    That’s the SR Auto Ferrari 458 Italia Ice Blade in a nut shell. Does it work for you?

    SR Auto Ice Blade Ferrari 458 Italia
    SR Auto Ice Blade Ferrari 458 Italia
    SR Auto Ice Blade Ferrari 458 Italia
    SR Auto Ice Blade Ferrari 458 Italia
    SR Auto Ice Blade Ferrari 458 Italia
    SR Auto Ice Blade Ferrari 458 Italia
    SR Auto Ice Blade Ferrari 458 Italia
    SR Auto Ice Blade Ferrari 458 Italia
    SR Auto Ice Blade Ferrari 458 Italia
    SR Auto Ice Blade Ferrari 458 Italia
    SR Auto Ice Blade Ferrari 458 Italia

    Source: SR Auto

  • Chrysler 300C SRT-8 vs Cadillac CTS-V and BMW M6 ESS VT3 [HD video]

    Here is an interesting drag racing battle (1 mile) between a powerful Chrysler 300C SRT-8 powered by enormous 7.0 liter supercharged V8 with 950HP (699 kW) and a stock Cadilac CTS-V having a 6.2 liter supercharged V8 with 564HP (415kW) and 747Nm (551 lb-ft). 0-60mph in 4.0 seconds and top speed of 250 km/h (155 mph) – electronically limited.

    Although the CTS-V makes nice start with reaction time of 0.587 seconds and 60 ft in 2.241 seconds, the mighty Chrysler won the drag with 12.164 seconds at ¼ mile with 206.77 km/h and 28.333 seconds at 1 mile with 312.22 km/h.

    The second race of the 300C SRT-8 is going against a “rocket” – BMW M6 ESS VT3 with highly tuned V10 engine delivering 900HP (662 kW).

    Here the Chrysler does not stand a chance against the BMW. Again, the 300C had bad reaction time, but it didn’t manage to cope with the M6. The BMW stopped the clock at 11.842 seconds for a ¼ mile with 209 km/h and 28.015 seconds with 308 km/h for 1 mile.

    Check out the video below!

    httpv://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WveYp_jLVr4

    Source: Dragtimesinfo via Youtube

  • 2013 Buick Verano Turbo US – Price $29,990

    The 2013 Buick Verano Turbo luxury sedan is priced from $29,990, including a destination charge of $885.

    The turbocharged Verano has an Ecotec 2.0 litre four-cylinder engine with direct injection and CVVT. It produces 250HP (187 kW) at 5300 rpm and 353 Nm (260 lb-ft.) of torque at 2000 rpm.

    0-100 km/h in 6.2 seconds and a top speed of 250 km/h (155 mph). The engine is mated to a 6-speed manual gearbox or 6-speed automatic transmission available as an option.

    The fuel economy is good – 31 mpg on the highway and 20 mpg in city.

    In addition to its 2.0L engine, dual exhaust, sport pedals and rear spoiler, standard equipment for the Verano Turbo includes IntelliLink connectivity, a Bose 9-speaker audio system, leather-appointed upholstery, push-button start, rear park assist and rearview camera, radar-based side blind zone alert and rear cross-traffic alert, heated front seats and a heated steering wheel. A power sunroof and navigation are optional.

    “Buick Verano continues to build momentum in the marketplace with eight straight months of sales increases since launch,” commented Tony DiSalle, vice president of Buick marketing.

    “The new Verano Turbo increases the performance of an already capable luxury sedan while continuing to offer customers the smart, purposeful technology they expect.”, he added.

    With the arrival of this new model, Buick will offer three different models with turbocharged engines and optional six-speed manual transmissions, including the Regal Turbo and Regal GS luxury sport sedans. The 2013 Buick Encore luxury crossover, on sale early next year, will feature a standard turbocharged engine.

    2013 Buick Verano Turbo US
    2013 Buick Verano Turbo US
    2013 Buick Verano Turbo US
    2013 Buick Verano Turbo US
    2013 Buick Verano Turbo US
    2013 Buick Verano Turbo US
    2013 Buick Verano Turbo US
    2013 Buick Verano Turbo US
    2013 Buick Verano Turbo US
    2013 Buick Verano Turbo US
    2013 Buick Verano Turbo US

    Source: Buick