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  • SSC Ultimate Aero will try to become world fastest production car for second time

    Recently, Bugatti Veyron Super Sports was clocked at 431.072 km/h – average speed of two runs. This is the most powerful and the fastest production car in the world – the W16 quad-turbo engine develops whopping 1200hp and 1500Nm of torque.

    The SSC Ultimate Aero will try to beat the record. SSC is powered by 6.2 liter twin-turbo V8 engine delivering 1 183hp at 6950 rpm and 1483Nm torque at 6150 rpm. The super sports car weighs just 1 292 kg, so it have power-to-weight ratio almost 1:1.  The 6-speed transmission is readjusted to increase the theoretical top speed to 437 kilometres per hour (272 mph) at 7200 rpm.

    Shelby said: “When the Ultimate Aero broke the record in 2007, we knew it was just a matter of time until it was broken by someone else.” (more…)

  • Citroen Survolt at the Le Mans Circuit

    Citroen Survolt Concept raced for the first time at the legendary Le Mans Circuit last weekend, at the Le Mans Classic.

    The car is 100% battery-powered – which is very rare in the world of racing. Citroen Survolt charged around the course, followed closely by the stunning GTbyCITROËN concept and a parade of stylish DS3 models.

    The concept was driven by racing driver, Vanina Ickx, who said: “I am very proud to have participated in this unique project.  On the track it felt really good.  It’s a real race car, with a very promising potential for the future.” (more…)

  • MINI Cooper Saville Row limited edition

    MINI has announced a remarkably tempting offer exclusively aimed at brand’s fans in Japan. Dubbed MINI Saville Row, the compact eye-catcher excels at specially tailored exterior and interior styling reinforced by few extras, including a cabin privacy glass, bi-xenon headlights, a white turn signal indicator and an anthracite headliner. (more…)

  • BMW releases X6 Performance Unlimited for Japan only

    BMW X6 Performance Unlimited is a specially tweaked, strictly limited – 20 examples only – sporty SUV, which will be exclusively offered on the Japanese car market. (more…)

  • 2011 MINI Countryman combines versatility, comfort and exclusiveness

    2011 MINI Countryman takes the driving pleasure into a new dimension. This is the first MINI with four doors and big tailgate while the a versatile interior offers space for up to five people. The body length is more than 4 metres so there is plenty of inside space. Furthermore, the seating position is raised and the ride comfort is optimised.

    There are three petrol and two diesel engines in the range. The puniest petrol variant is in MINI One Countryman developing 98hp. The next is MINI Cooper Countryman with 122 hp and the top-of-range 184 hp MINI Cooper S Countryman, whose 1.6-litre four-cylinder engine is the most efficient unit in its displacement class. (more…)

  • Chevrolet releases own Showroom app for iPhone and iPad

    Focused on the latest social technologies and trends, Chevrolet has released a showroom application designed for iPhone, iPod Touch and iPad, which allows fans to research and locate the ride they desire. (more…)

  • 2011 Peugeot 508 in more details and high-resolution

    After the poor-sized, but real 2011 Peugeot 508 images from yesterday, which leaked from the Lion marque’s forum, the French sporty manufacturer has now released a pack of high-resolution photos backed by more detailed info on its newly-styled, highly-anticipated ride. (more…)

  • 2010 Fiat 500 and 500C TwinAir

    Right at the apex of the new Fiat 500’s third anniversary celebrations, the Italian brand has revealed its special surprise, the innovative TwinAir two-cylinder 85 horsepower engine, commemorating the moment more than properly. (more…)

  • 2011 Peugeot 508 and 508 SW first official images

    2011 Peugeot 508 - Front Angle
    After the numerous speculations, spy shots and false renders, the first ‘official’ images of the all-new Peugeot 508 are finally here. Exclusively published by the guys at Forum-Peugeot, the ‘official’ pictures fully reveal the exteriors of the Peugeot 508 GT and the 508 SW models, which share many of the lines and highlights with the Lion marque’s recently premiered concept vehicle “5 by Peugeot”.

    The two newcomers by Peugeot will also benefit from a generous list of fresh equipment, including a sleek set of 19-inch dual-tone lightweight rims, xenon lights, LED daylights, and a blind spot detector.

    For the power compartment, the Peugeot-Forum guys points out that the new 508 is very likely to boast the brand’s 200 horsepower, 2.0-liter HDi engine, which will pack the ride with remarkable power/efficiency figures.

    2011 Peugeot 508 SW - Rear Angle

    Source: Forum-Peugeot

  • Fiat 500 Cinquecento Prima Edizione – specially for the brand’s US fans

    Fiat has announced a new limited-edition of its classic urban mini Fiat 500, dedicated exclusively to the brand’s most enthusiastic fans in the US. Dubbed Fiat 500 Cinquecento ‘Prima Edizione’ (First Edition), the unique model will be limited to only 500 examples, and the first offered with the chance to get one of these collector’s rides was the long-time enthusiasts of the Club Fiat-Lancia Unlimited.

    Laura Soave, Head of Fiat North America, explained: “The Fiat Cinquecento Prima Edizione was developed especially with the Fiat fans in mind. For over a quarter of a century, the members of this Club have kept the spirit of the Fiat and Lancia brands alive in North America through their unique and passionate support for true Italian design. We really value their loyalty, and the Prima Edizione is our gift of appreciation to these fans on behalf of Fiat North America.”

    The Fiat 500 Prima Edizione will be offered in three remarkable exterior shades: Bianco (White), Rosso (Red) and Grigio (Gray). Boasting the brand’s innovative engine technology – MultiAir, each of the highly-exclusive 500 Prima Edizione vehicles will be fitted with a 1.4-liter MultiAir four-cylinder power unit mated to a manual transmission. The Italian stylish urban mini will be introduced in North America at the end of 2010 and will benefit from a special Prima Edizione badge, a sequential VIN as well as a badge numbered according to the ride’s production order.

    Fiat 500 Cinquecento ‘Prima Edizione’

  • RevoZport Golf VI Razor R – aggression meets performance

    RevoZport, the racing technology aftermarket expert has unwrapped a new, exclusive styling kit for the high-performance Volkswagen Golf 6 R, which boasts the “sharp” name Golf Razor R. (more…)

  • 2011 Alpina B5 Bi-Turbo officially unwrapped

    After the official public premiere of the exclusive high-performance mid-size vehicle – 2011 Alpina B5 Bi-Turbo – that took place at the UK’s famous Goodwood Festival of Speed, the guys at the premium aftermarket brand have now released a small pack of high-resolution images, which reveal fully the refined face of the Bavarian eye-catcher. (more…)