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Project Kro: SR Auto Aston Martin Vantage

Project Kro is the name of an undertaking that the specialist of SR Auto have begun and finished exquisitely. The car that is being tuned is the Aston Martin Vantage. It is popular because of its unique characteristics, sublime nature and exceptional driving experience.

The stunning pictures show that Project Kro is in fact a true prince of the night. What adds to it is not only the modifications done, but also the true Aston Martin spirit that it carries within. And to be more precise this spirit is due to the 4.7 liter eight-cylinder petrol engine.

The V8 unit generates 426 PS (313 kW) and 490 Nm (361 lb-ft) and is mated to a six-speed manual gearbox sending all that power to the rear wheels. On the other hand the five spoke design and Project Kro go hand in hand perfectly.

SR Auto obviously kept the classic look of the vehicle but adding a bit of a modern twist. Te spice here is due to the PUR 8IGHT Wheels in Modern Black added. Weight and strength is what dominates in the choice of those wheels. They are in size 21×9+42 for the front and 21×10.5+55 for the rear. The wheels itself weigh in at 23lbs each and include a forged mono block design.

Source: SR Auto

December 3, 2012

Bugatti Veyron Grand Sport Venet

Bugatti has presented their latest special edition Veyron – The Grand Sport Venet is prepared with the help of the French artist Bernar Venet. The conceptual artist was asked by Bugatti to help them with this project, which is built for this week’s Art Basel Miami Beach.

Bugatti Veyron Grand Sport Venet features a special look including rust-like paint starting from the front of the hyper car. The drawings include many mathematic and scientific formulas and numbers.

“A Bugatti is already a work of art in itself, one that transports both its beholder and its driver into new dimensions of reality. I realized how I could translate my passion for mathematical equations and scientific treatises into three-dimensional form. My works are usually self-referential. So I found the idea of translating the equations of the Bugatti engineers onto the bodywork of the car very appealing. It was, so to speak, a logical conclusion and a new challenge in terms of the specific form of collaboration and implementation. To me, the result is also exceptional when measured by artistic standards and bestows the object with a mythical character.”, commented Bernar Venet.

The interior boasts nice brown leather for dashboard, door panels and seats. Again, there are some interesting orange formulas.

The engine remains same – an 8.0 liter W16 quad-turbo – 1200HP (882 kW) and 1500Nm (1106 lb-ft) of torque. It is mated to a 7-speed dual-clutch gearbox. 0-100 km/h in 2.6 seconds and a top speed of over 410 km/h (255 mph).

Nothing is mentioned about the price, but probably it will be more than €2,000,000.

Source: Bugatti

December 3, 2012

Saleen Ford Mustang 351 Delivers 700 Horsepower

Saleen Ford Mustang 351 is an enhanced version of the popular muscle car done by Steve Saleen. This modified Ford model comes to show-off exciting list of technological and design offerings.

First of all, the most notable component in the 351 is the Saleen engineered 351 cubic inch V8 engine. It generates 700 hp (515 kW) and 888 Nm (655 ft-lb) of torque when paired with Saleen 296 supercharger system.

In fact, this is probably the most potent Mustang currently on the market. In addition, the engine is mated to a six-speed transmission equipped with a high performance Saleen clutch system, and a 3.73:1 final drive ratio. They both ensure that the power will be where it’s most required – on the ground.

Next, the incredible machine got wheel and tire combination as well as Saleen S4 suspension and the Saleen 15″ brake package. What rounding out the performance system are the Saleen 5-spoke alloy wheels wrapped with high performance tires in sizes 20×9 for the front and 20×10 for the rear.

On the other hand the Red Butterfly Center Ram Air Induction with its Red Butterfly hood allows cold air to intake through the butterfly scoop design as they open-up under throttle. Once the air passes through the butterfly openings it is directed through the engine compartment to the 351’s powerplant where it becomes a tributary to the air intake system.

Even more: additional design components feature full carbon fiber front and side splitters, as well as a carbon fiber rear diffuser which houses the F-1 style tail lamp. A complete treatment of Saleen 351 badging and graphics is also available.

Source: Saleen

December 3, 2012

Morgan launches 3 Wheeler Gulf Edition

Morgan 3 Wheeler Gulf Edition is the latest car made by the popular British brand. With its open-cockpit it is truly an extreme sports car. In fact the unique vehicle was specifically built in order to race in the World Endurance Championship for Sports Cars.

The races in which the car will take place are at Le Mans for the 24 hours as well as Sebring, Silverstone, Spa. Furthermore, it is important to mention that many race-drivers prefer an open cockpit because it has some advantages over the coupe, such as superior sense of speed and vision.

In addition, the driver can develop closer bond with the car and feels safer because he can be more in control. This Morgan also delivers unique combination of economy and acceleration, thanks to its superior V8 engine plus the low overall weight and superb aerodynamics.

Morgan 3 Wheeler Gulf Edition impresses also with its striking Blue and Orange graphic – the Gulf Oil livery. This represents the years of motorsport success. In particular the car is adorned with “Gulf Edition” text for being the hundred commemorative vehicle.

Morgan 3 Wheeler Gulf Edition Specifications:

• Gulf graphic pack

• Black engine

• Black with orange rimmed mirrors

• Black head lamps

• Roll hoops – black

• Mud Guards – Black

• Black exhausts

• Black exhaust heat shields

• Limited edition badge / embossed leather

• Black dashboard panels

• Standard black leather

• Orange wall tyres

• Gulf blue solid paint

• Orange stitching on steering wheel

Source: Morgan

December 3, 2012

2013 Subaru Forester – Crash Test [video]

The new generation of Subaru Forester will hit the market, next year. The cross-over has been awarded the highest five-star rating by the European New Car Assessment Programme for its safety performance.

“This is a strong result for a model that has consistently been one of our best-sellers, and the all-new Forester’s active, passive and hazard avoidance technologies will make it one of the safest cars on and off the road. That the new model will be more practical, more economical and more refined than its predecessor only adds further to its appeal.”, said Haydn Davies, Marketing Director, Subaru UK.

The 2013 Forester managed to score high results in all four areas – Adult Occupant Protection, Child Occupant Protection, Pedestrian Protection and Safety Assist. This happens thanks to Subaru’s unique ring-shaped reinforcement frame body and the extensive use of high-tensile steel.

Subaru’s unique permanent Symmetrical All-Wheel Drive system remains at the heart of the vehicle; paired with Vehicle Dynamics Control, the Japanese brand’s electronic stability control system, this contributed to a high Safety Assist score from Euro NCAP.

The 4^th-generation Forester builds upon the outgoing model’s credentials as a user-friendly compact SUV, with improved performance, safety and efficiency and a larger, more practical cabin.

A low centre of gravity and improved body rigidity – the result of Subaru’s hallmark Boxer engines and the use of high-tensile steels respectively – contribute to improved refinement and fun-to-drive characteristics.

httpv://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AiwE0RYly58

Source: Euro NCAP

December 3, 2012

2013 Dacia Sandero Stepway – UK Price £7,995

Dacia has officially presented the Sandero Stepway. The new model is now turning up the heat with “shockingly affordable” prices. Having already announced the country’s “most affordable new car” and “most affordable new SUV” (as well as 4×4), Dacia is now cementing its reputation for great prices with the “UK’s most affordable supermini crossover”.

The two Ambiance versions also come loaded with Bluetooth, metallic paint and a radio/CD system with fingertip controls. Being a Renault Group product, safety gear hasn’t been skimped on either.For maximum passenger protection, Sandero Stepway benefits from seatbelts with calibrated load limiters for thorax protection in the event of impact, plus rear seat Isofix anchorage points. That’s on top of the standard fit driver, passenger and front side airbags and ESC.

The Sandero Stepway range-topper comes in the form, as usual, of Lauréate. Mirroring the high kit count of the equivalent Sandero, it profers air conditioning, a chrome front grille, full electric windows and electric heated door mirrors.

The flagship features MediaNav 7” touchscreen multimedia system with SAT NAV, AUX and USB inputs and four speakers. Plus, it’s also got cruise control, speed limiter and rear parking sensors.

Inside its spacious and curvaceous body, it also conceals a height adjustable steering wheel and driver’s seat, leather steering wheel and gearknob and seven-function trip computer. For those looking to indulge themselves with a touch of luxury, dark carbon leather upholstery (with synthetic leather side bolsters) is available at an equally affordable £600.

Four body colours are available to choose from, all in metallic hues. Cinder Red, Mercury, Pearl Black and Azurite Blue.

Two engines are offered – the TCe 90 is a direct-injection, turbocharged, three-cylinder 0.9-litre petrol with 90HP. It returns up to 52.3 mpg on combined cycle.

The 1.5 liter diesel – the dCi 90 has returns 70.6 mpg on combined cycle with just 105 g/km of CO2.

Trim level	Engine	CO₂emissions	MPG (combined)	On-the-road price
Ambiance	0.9 TCe 90	125	52.3	£7,995
	1.5 dCi 90	105	70.6	£8.995
Lauréate	0.9 TCe 90	125	52.3	£9,795
	1.5 dCi 90	105	70.6	£10,795

Source: Dacia

December 3, 2012

2012 Super Cars Top 3 – Lamborghini LP570, Audi R8 V10 and Ferrari 458

Dragtimesinfo has released video with their top three in category Super Cars for 2012. The third place is took by one of our favourite super cars – Ferrari 458 Italia. The second place belongs to a tuned Audi R8 V10 Stage 2 and the winner is Lamborghini Gallardo LP570-4 Superleggera.

Lamborghini Gallardo LP570-4 Superleggera is powered by a naturally aspirated 5.2 liter V10 with 570PS (419 kW) at 8000RPM and 540Nm (398 lb-ft) at 6500RPM. The car accelerates to 100 km/h in 3.4 seconds, to 200 km/h in 10.2 seconds and the top speed is 325 km/h (202 mph).

The Audi R8 V10 5.2FSI has 525HP (386 kW) and 530Nm (391 lb-ft) of torque. 0-100 km/h in 3.9 seconds and a top speed of 317 km/h (197 mph). However, the car in the video is boosted to 600HP meaning that it is a lot faster and closer to the mighty Gallardo.

The 458 Italia is powered by a naturally aspirated 4.5 liter V8 with 570PS (419 kW) at 9000RPM and 540Nm (399 lb-ft) at 6000RPM. This means the incredible 127 PS/liter from a naturally aspirated engine. Furthermore, the sports car is 1380 kg, so it has power-to-weight ratio of 2.42 kg/hp. 0-100 km/h in under 3.4 seconds a top speed of 325 km/h (202 mph).

Enjoy!

httpv://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vvZtlwNB7Ng

Source: Dragtimesinfo via Youtube

December 2, 2012

Lorinser Mercedes-Benz SL 500 R231

Lorinser has announced their latest project based on Mercedes-Benz SL 500 (the R231 model). The car comes with nice body kit and some power boost. Essentially, everything that a stylish Benz needs.

The body kit includes a new front and rear bumpers, wide wheel arches, a rear spoiler, a pair of modified side skirts and a rear diffuser together with a sports exhaust system with four pipes. The vision is completed by a set of enormous 20” RSK8 alloy wheels fitted with 255/30 R20 front and 295/25 R20 rear tires. The design combines agility and elegance, and sits perfectly under the wheel arches. Lorinser recommends using the high performance tyres from its technology partner Continental.

The 4.7 liter V8 bi-turbo engine is boosted to 530HP (390 kW) and 800Nm (590 lb-ft) of torque. The tuning company can upgrade the software, so the sports car can go up to 280 km/h (174 mph). The power is increased by 95HP and 100Nm. Lorinser also recommends a speedometer with extended top speed range for either version.

The car can be fitted with the Active Body Control (ABC) system giving more sporty feeling. The customer can set and save their desired height (higher or lower). The system uses controls on the steering wheel, and the „Lorinser“ indicator appears on the multi function control panel.

To complement the existing ex-works interior options, Lorinser can supply accessories in fine aluminium, wood, or carbon look.

Source: Lorinser

November 30, 2012

Brabus 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML 63 AMG

Brabus will present their latest project at the 2012 Essen Motor Show. The high-performance SUV – Mercedes Benz ML 63 AMG is one of the most luxurious and fastest big vehicles in the world. It is powered by a bi-turbo V8 and comes with sports suspension and big brakes. However, Brabus decided that it can be even better.

Firstly, the 5.5 liter bi-turbo V8 is boosted to 620HP (456 kW) and 820Nm (604 lb-ft) of torque. This an increase of 100HP and 120Nm giving spectacular performance of the SUV. 0-100 km/h in 4.5 seconds and a top speed of 300 km/h (186 mph). The tuning company offers the same upgrade for the optional AMG Performance Package.

The B63-620 performance kit is backed by the one-of-a-kind BRABUS tuning warranty of three years, up to 100,000 km. It includes a custom stainless steel sport exhaust system and Brabus PowerXtra module.

The tuned SUV comes with BRABUS WIDESTAR rims in dimensions 10J x 22” fiited with 295/30 ZR22 tires supplied by BRABUS technology partners Continental, Pirelli and YOKOHAMA.

A special BRABUS control module for the AIRMATIC air suspension of the ML 63 AMG lowers the ride height of the high-performance SUV.

BRABUS is one of the top addresses in the world for exclusive automotive interior design. The company upholstery shop uses the finest leather and Alcantara to craft custom-tailored interiors for the ML 63 AMG to suit each owner’s personal taste.

Wood and genuine carbon-fiber trim sets in any desired color and with a variety of surface finishes are available to round out the ensemble. A speedometer with 360-km/h dial (225 mph) is also part of the tuning program.

Source: Brabus

November 30, 2012

2013 Mercedes GL 63 AMG – US Price $116,925

Mercedes-Benz has announced the price list for the big high-performance SUV – the 2013 GL 63 AMG. It was introduced at the 2012 Los Angeles Auto Show. The 2013 GL63 AMG features all the standard equipment of the generously-equipped GL550. It starts from at $116,925 (excluding D&D) and goes on-sale during the first quarter of 2013.

This is the fastest seven-seat SUV on the planet. It comes with an aggressive body-kit, LED daytime running lights and a set of huge 21” alloy wheel fitted with low-profile tires. The four-tailpipe sports exhaust system completes the nice exterior look.

Standard AMG RIDE CONTROL sports suspension with AIRMATIC – air suspension, automatic level control and special shock absorber struts with ADS adaptive damping – works with an ACTIVE CURVE SYSTEM that provides active stabilization of body lean. This AMG-designed system uses active front and rear stabilizer bars to reduce body lean during cornering.

The new GL63 boasts a special transfer case for the 4MATIC full-time four-wheel-drive system that distributes engine power 40:60 to the front and rear wheels. This rear-biased torque distribution helps provide the SUV with sports car handling as well as impressive allweather traction.

2013 GL 63 AMG is powered by the newly developed twin-turbo 5.5-liter V8 engine with 550HP (410 kW) and 760Nm (560 lb-ft) of torque. It is mated to a 7-speed AMG SPEEDSHIFT PLUS 7G-TRONIC transmission and sends the power on the road through 4MATIC all-wheel drive system. 0-100 km/h in 4.9 seconds and a top speed of 280 km/h (174 mph).

In addition to AMG RIDE CONTROL, AIRMATIC, and the ACTIVE CURVE SYSTEM, standard safety equipment on the GL63 AMG includes ATTENTION ASSIST, Crosswind Stabilization, a 360-degree camera system and Bi-xenon headlights. Other standard equipment includes KEYLESS-GO, panorama sunroof, power EASY-ENTRY for the rear seats and a power tailgate.

Source: Mercedes

November 30, 2012

Smart Forjeremy by Fashion Designer Jeremy Scott

Smart Forjeremy by Jeremy Scott is a project which is ready to literally lift-off into a new era of mobility – full of lightness and joie de vivre. The one-of-a-kind Smart has wings, which is the familiar trademark of the American star designer.

The wings make the car look like an igniting rocket, and this definitely makes Forjeremy the perfect showcar. In addition, it will be launched on the market next year as a limited special edition.

As a matter of fact, the wings are the symbol for carefree driving fun. Within eight months, Jeremy Scott developed the Smart Forjeremy together with designers of the “smart Design Division” at the Mercedes-Benz Cars Advanced Design Studios in Carlsbad, California. The typical stylish design of the Smart Fortwo to inspire him and the result is that he created this unique piece of art.

Furthermore, the futuristic Smart Forjeremy is painted in bright white, against which the chrome-plated tridion cell glistens like a jewel. On both sides of the vehicle is positioned a wing made of transparent fibreglass and decorated with rocket-shaped elements that light up red, serving as rear and brake lights.

The dynamism of the vehicle is enhanced by wider rear tyres and wider rear wheel arches. The wheel rims are shaped like aeroplane propellers, and this leaves the impression that the electric smart might take off at any minute. Complementing the tridion cell, the eyebrows are bright chromium plated, as are the top half of the mirror caps and the frame around the radiator grille.

What about the interior? There can be see the elegant marriage of white and glistening chrome accents, which is continued in the interior of the vehicle. The luxurious feel is further amplified by the fine white nappa leather which wraps the instrument panel, seats and door trim.

In addition, the instrument panel includes minimalist seams, and the the seat insert areas and the centre panels in the doors boast extravagant diamond stitching. The gleaming chrome surfaces of the main door trim and typical smart elements such as the closing handles, the side boomerangs of the instrument panel and the characteristic rings on the dashboard instruments form an elegant contrast to the matt white.

Next, the bright chromium plated side air inlets are in a shape of a jet engine. This completes the wing theme on the exterior. The white steering wheel with two chrome spokes is open at the top, further enhancing the sporty and futuristic feeling when being inside the car.

At last but not least, the Smart Forjeremy is based on the current Smart Fortwo Electric Drive, which has 55 kW (75 hp) electric motor and can accelerate from 0 – 60 km/h in 4.8 seconds, and with a maximum speed of 125 km/h. The 17.6 kWh lithium-ion battery enables the urban two-seater to travel approximately 145 kilometres in urban traffic without producing any local emissions.

Source: Smart

November 30, 2012

The Dark Knight Rises Nissan Juke Nismo

The Dark Knight Rises Nissan Juke Nismo is a special edition vehicle which celebrates the famous film and in particular the release of the the third film in Christopher Nolan’s Batman trilogy on DVD and Blu-Ray. We have to admit that Nissan has produced a truly unique car.

It is called The Dark Knight Rises Juke Nismo and it is based on the popular Nissan model. It includes a host of Batman-inspired details. It is powered by the 200 hp (147 kW) 1.6-litre turbocharged engine driving the front wheels through a six-speed manual gearbox.

The sprint from zero to 100 km/h therefore is achieved in 7.8 seconds. The vehicle also includes Nismo’s bodykit, uprated suspension and enhanced interior. Furthermore, the matt black paint gives a menacing look reminiscent of Batman’s Tumbler, while a shark fin antenna replaces the standard car’s conventional aerial. Aluminium Bat badges adorns the front grille and tailgate.

On the other hand the unique vehicle will ride through the streets on gloss black 18-inch alloy wheels which include bespoke red detailing. The latter goes along perfectly with the eyecatching pinstripe on the bumpers and sills of the standard Juke Nismo.

The interior is all about the Batman theme again: Bat logos on the kickplates and reflective Bat badges on the headrests of the suede-trimmed Nismo sports seats are immediately seen. In addition, the downlighters mounted under the door mirrors the famous Bat signal can be projected onto the floor area around the doors.

All in all The Dark Knight Rises™ Juke Nismo includes the following: