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Suzuki Swift X-ITE

Suzuki has released a number of styling accessories for Swift. They will give the car more distinctive appearance and make the car unique.

The range of accessories includes a new front bumper, a revised rear bumper, modified side skirts, vinyl graphics, big 17” alloys and a roof spoiler. These upgrades make Suzuki Swift to look rather aggressive with much better presence on the road.

The interior boasts stainless steel door sills, an aluminum gear knob and embroidered floor mats, so the driver and the occupants will feel much cosier.

All accessories are currently available in Germany and the prices varies from only €65 to €620.

So, if you are tired of the exterior and the interior of your Swift, do not hesitate and try to improve it will some original upgrades.
Suzuki Swift XITE

Source: Suzuki

April 8, 2011

Ferrari 458 Black Carbon by ANDERSON GERMANY

ANDERSON GERMANY has just unleashed an extraordinary, eye-catching monster – ANDERSON Ferrari 458 Black Carbon edition. (more…)

April 8, 2011

MONO lightweight sportscar

MONO lightweight sportscar will be delivered to one of the most exclusive track-driving car clubs – RS Academy. The vehicles will further enhance its existing fleet of blistering supercars.

The mono is a lightweight, ultra high performance, road legal sports car, designed with one and only purpose – SPEED. The superspors car achieves 528BHP per ton, which means 0 to 60 mph in 2.8 seconds and top speed in excess of 170 mph.

RS Academy has track days arranged at super famous tracks – Nurburgring, Ascari Race Resort, Paul Ricard and Spa Francorchamps.

The members of the club will be able to choose from exclusive super fast cars like Ferrari 430 Challenge, Porsche 911 GT3 RS, Ariel Atom, Caterham Superlight and Noble M600. However, the twon ne Monos will join this fleet.

RS Academy members have access to over 100 high quality track days per year and can guarantee limited numbers on most events to provide the ultimate membership experience.

Mono

Source: RS Academy

April 8, 2011

Mercedes Concept A-Class

Mercedes-Benz Concept A-Class is the German automaker’s latest high-tech study vehicle, which is about to get publicly premiered very soon, at the upcoming Auto Shanghai 2011 (21 – 28 April 2011). (more…)

April 7, 2011

2011 HPE650 Camaro Convertible

Hennessey Performance has exclusively announced that at this weekend’s Barrett-Jackson auto auction in Palm Beach, Florida, the first 2011 HPE650 Camaro Convertible is about to show its face to enthusiasts and lovers. (more…)

April 7, 2011

6 Bertone concept cars will be auctioned

Six iconic concept cars by Bertone will be sold at the RM Auctions, which specializes in rare classics. The reason is the bankruptcy of the Italian design house.

The vehicles are just amazing – a 1963 Chevrolet Testudo, a 1967 Lamborghini Marzal, a 1970 Lancia Stratos HF Zero, a 1974 Lamborghini Bravo, a 1978 Lancia Sibilo and 1980 Lamborghini Athon.

The Lamborghini Marzal and the Lancia Stratos HF Zero are expected to sell for between €1 000 000 and €1 800 000.

1963 Chevrolet Testudo boasts 2.7 litre six-cylinder engine with 142BHP (106 kW).

1967 Lamborghini Marzal is powered by a 2.0 litre 175BHP (130 kW) in-line six-cylinder engine mated to a 5-speed manual gearbox.

1970 Lancia Stratos HF Zero has a a 1.6 litre V4 engine with 132BHP (98 kW).

1978 Lancia Sibilo, there is no information about the car.

1980 Lamborghini Athon is powered by 3.0 litre V8 with 260BHP (194 kW). The car was never intended to be put into production, because of Lamborghini’s financial troubles at the time sealing its fate.

The auction will take place at the Concorso d’Eleganza Villa d’Este in Como, Italy, on May 21.

Enjoy the pictures!

1970 Lancia Stratos HF Zero

Source:RM Auctions

April 6, 2011

Dacia Duster ESF

Dacia has released a new limited edition Duster, which is specially created for the maniacs of the wintersports. The limited edition Duster marks the extension of the Group’s 10-year partnership with the École de Ski Français (ESF).

The new version is based on Lauréate 4×4 version and is powered by the dCi 110 Euro5 engine, which develops 110HP.

However, not everyone can buy the new Duster ESF, because it is made exclusively for Ski instructors. Dacia Duster ESF is available only in Glacier White and the price tag is €18 990.

The special edition Duster is easy to recognise:

ESF badging
strengthened aluminium sump guard
transverse roof bars with ski rack (for four pairs of skis)

Dacia Duster ESF 644

Source: Dacia

April 6, 2011

2011 Ford Focus ECOnetic

Ford has introduced the new Focus ECOnetic, which will officially debut next week at the Amsterdam Motor Show. The vehicle will set a new industry benchmark for fuel efficiency in the popular compact class.

Focus ECOnetic will hit the UK market early next year. The car will boast more fuel efficiency than any other compact vehicle on the road today in Europe, including diesel, petrol and hybrid powered vehicles.

2011 Ford Focus ECOnetic is expected to return 80mpg on combined cycle, which is less than 3.5 litres of diesel for 100 km. The CO2 emission will be less than 95g/km.

“The Focus ECOnetic is a testament to our company’s relentless drive for technological innovation and commitment to environmental leadership,” commented Gunnar Herrmann, Ford’s global medium car line director.

“It’s also going to be a great car to drive.”, he added.

The new Focus ECOnetic will be available in both five-door and estate bodystyles.

The engine is 1.6 litre Ford Duratorq TDCi diesel with 105PS, which features a new injection system and turbocharger, enhanced charge cooling and further friction reduction measures.

Focus ECOnetic comes with full range of Ford ECOnetic Technologies, including Ford Auto-Start-Stop, Smart Regenerative Charging, Ford Eco Mode and Shift Indicator Light.

The current Ford Focus 1.6 TDCi, which went on sale last month, and is available across all series, emits 109g CO₂ /km while returning 67mpg.

We are looking forward to see, whether the new one will achieve these amazing results.
2011 Ford Focus ECOnetic

Source: Ford

April 6, 2011

Lexus LF-Gh Hybrid Concept [teaser]

Lexus will exhibit its LF-Gh Hybrid concept at the 2011 New York International Auto Show from April 20th to May 1st. The car will be a redefinition of the luxury „grand tourer”. Actually, the car will be the next generation of GS, which is expected to be introduced late this year.

There are no further information about the car and all data will be released to media guests at a preview event in New York on 19 April.

Untill then, we have too high resolution teaser pictures of LF-Gh Hybrid, one with a headlight on it and one with a rear light. The pictures reveal pure aggression and we hope that the exterior of LF-Gh will be brutal, because the interior is expected to be extremely fashionable with high quality expensive materials.

Stay tuned for more information and check out the pictures!
Lexus LF-Gh Hybrid Concept [teaser]

Source: Lexus

April 6, 2011

Audi R8 LMS at Nurburgring

Audi R8 LMS was tested at the Nurburgring these day by ABT Sportsline and Phoenix Racing, who had a lot of experience over the last two years at the 24-hour race around the race track with the quattro GmbH GT3 sports car.

“The Audi R8 LMS was developed specifically for customer sport,” said Head of Audi Motorsport Dr. Wolfgang Ullrich.

“With the two factory supported events at the Nürburgring and at Spa-Francorchamps we aim to underline the positive image that the R8 LMS has built up following its first two years of competition. I think we are well positioned for this from the driver and team side.”, he added.

2011 Audi R8 LMS includes a modified engine control for the 5.2 litre V10 power unit, revised suspension and a light-weight motorsport clutch specifically developed for endurance races.

“The 2011 season started perfectly for the Audi R8 LMS with the one-two finish at Bathurst,” comented Werner Frowein, Managing Director of the quattro GmbH.

“We want to continue this. In the shape of Phoenix Racing we send a team to compete that has accompanied the development of the R8 LMS for endurance races since the very beginning and which has gathered the most experience in this area. ABT Sportsline is the perfect choice for the Nürburgring, and WRT for Spa. As far as the drivers are concerned you could hardly wish for better.”, added Mr. Frowein.

ABT Sportsline and Phoenix Racing contest rounds of the VLN endurance championship in preparation for the 24-hour race at the Nurburgring. WRT contests the Blancpain Endurance Series in 2011 which also includes the 24-hour race at Spa-Francorchamps.
Audi R8 LMS

Source: Audi

April 6, 2011

Mopar Dodge Charger

Mopar will present tuned version of Dodge Charger at the New York Auto Show. Until then, the tuning company has released the first teaser image of Charger Mopar Edition.

However, they didn’t release any details about the engine or other specification. The exterior boasts a revised grille, a blue body stripe and gloss black wheels.

The interior will feature Katzkin leather upholstery, a T-shaped shift handle, and an individually-numbered plaque.

Dodge Charger Mopar Edition will be officially unveiled on April 20th.

“After the success of our Mopar ’10 Challenger, we moved on to the iconic Dodge Charger and added even more performance,” commented Pietro Gorlier, President and CEO of Mopar, Chrysler Group’s service, parts and customer-care brand.

“As a new company, we will continue to leverage the heritage of the Mopar brand at every turn.”, he added.

Dodge Charger Mopar

Source: Dodge

April 6, 2011

2011 Audi A7 US – 59 250 USD

Audi has released the price list for the new 2011 A7 for the US market. The vehicle will be offered in the United States with the 3.0 litre TFSI V6 with 310HP mated to 8-speed Tiptronic automatic transmission. The power is put on the road through Audi’s AWD system – Quattro. However, the engine still manages to return 18mpg in the city and 28mpg on the highway. The combined cycle is 22mpg.

Audi A7 has rich standard equipment, which includes the quattro all-wheel-drive system, SIRIUS satellite radio, Bluetooth connectivity, a power sunroof and Xenon plus headlights with LED Daytime Running Lights.

2011 Audi A7 USA has a price tag of 59 250 USD, excluding the 875 USD destination charge, taxes, title, options, and dealer charges.

2011 Audi A7 Sportback