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  • BMW M3 E92 Widebody refined by Prior Design

    Prior Design developed a wide body kit for the BMW M3 E92, which reproduces the exact look of the M3 GT2.

    The material used for components is Duraflex, which is  lightweight and very flexible. The body kit features side wings at the front and rear wheel arches, a new front bumper with large air intakes, a new bonnet with air vents, side skirts, a new rear bumper and rear diffuser. There is also a rear roof spoiler and boot lid spoiler, too.

    The tuned car’s stance is provided by KW coil-over kit. (more…)

  • Impreza Concept – the bright design star of Subaru

    At the now running Los Angeles Auto Show, Subaru, the Japanese automobiles manufacturer has unwrapped its latest design masterpiece, the Subaru Impreza Concept vehicle. (more…)

  • Fiat premieres its 2012MY 500 at LA Auto Show

    Fiat is celebrating its grand return to the North American scene with a new, 2012 Fiat 500 model at the LA Auto Show, which will run from 17 to 28 November. (more…)

  • 2011 Nissan Murano CrossCabriolet – the world’s first 4×4 Crossover Convertible

    Nissan has officially took off the wraps on the world’s first all-wheel drive crossover convertible, the 2011 Nissan Murano CrossCabriolet at the stage of the L.A. Auto Show. The exceptional mixture of qualities – crossover style, sleek innovative design, open air experience – is something completely new on the autoscene and is about to hit the market in early 2011.

    Al Castignetti, vice president and general manager, Nissan Division, Nissan North America, Inc. stated: “When people think of a crossover, they think of a combination of the driving sophistication of a sedan with the utility of a sport utility. This new Murano CrossCabriolet adds an unexpected third element, the ability to make everyday activities more exciting with open air driving. However, with its extraordinarily engineered convertible top, standard all-wheel drive and room for four adults plus cargo, the CrossCabriolet is not just for cruising South Beach or Malibu. It’s a vehicle to take to lunch, running errands or on a long ski weekend in any part of the country.”

    At first glance, the fresh newcomer differs from its pure Crossover brother with its only-two 7.9 inches longer front doors, the rear glass skylight that provides exceptional wide-open interior environment even when the top is closed, and the dual pop-up Roll Bars. A high Intensity Discharge (HID) bi-functional xenon projector headlights, front fog lights and 370Z-inspired LED taillights further bring exclusivity to the Murano CrossCabriolet. Moreover, the ride’s highlights include body-colored front and rear bumpers, chrome door handles, body-colored dual power/heated outside mirrors, and rear window defroster with timer.

    In the terms of powering, the 2011 Murano CrossCabriolet sports as standard a 3.5-liter 24-valve DOHC V6 block with 265 horsepower and 248 lb-ft of torque, which benefits from the brand’s Induction Control System (NICS), twin knock sensors, low exhaust pressure, a 10.3:1 compression ratio, and 6,000 rpm redline. The powerplant is linked to a second-generation Xtronic CVT with Adaptive Shift Control (ASC) that allows ultra sporty response and unmatched smoothness.

    Among the standard equipment, the innovative vehicle is further packed with power front windows with one-touch up/down and auto-reverse feature, Dual-Zone Automatic Temperature Control, and a 7-inch color display for audio, climate control, fuel economy, maintenance and comfort and convenience systems. Included in the pack are also: highly functional storage systems, Fine Vision gauges and driver instrumentation with white backlighting, illuminated steering wheel controls, auto door lock feature, four cupholders, tilting and telescoping steering column, auto-dimming rearview mirror, cruise control with illuminated steering wheel mounted switches, front door map pockets, and Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) system.

    2011 Nissan Murano CrossCabriolet
    2011 Nissan Murano CrossCabriolet
    2011 Nissan Murano CrossCabriolet
    2011 Nissan Murano CrossCabriolet
    2011 Nissan Murano CrossCabriolet
    2011 Nissan Murano CrossCabriolet
    2011 Nissan Murano CrossCabriolet
    2011 Nissan Murano CrossCabriolet

  • Lamborghini Gallardo Spyder Performante LP 570-4 – a “Superleggera” convertible

    Lamborghini Gallardo PerformanteLamborghini Gallardo LP 570-4 Spyder Performante features a new front fascia, aggressive side skirts, a fully-covered underbody, a redesigned rear diffuser and 19″ lightweight alloys fitted with Pirelli P Zero Corsa ultra-performance tires.

    The interior boasts sport seats and carbon fiber trim. Furthermore, the car is not deprived of air conditioning and power windows. To save weight, the engineers fitted the car with some carbon fiber and aluminum elements. The total result is 1 485 kilograms (3 274 lbs) which is 65 kilograms (143 lbs) less than the standard LP560-4 Spyder. (more…)

  • Nissan Ellure Concept – the sedan re-imagined

    At the 2010 Los Angeles Auto Show, Nissan has undoubtedly pleased its fans and the crowd with its all-new, extraordinary fresh Nissan Ellure Concept vehicle. (more…)

  • Ford Focus Race Car Concept

    The new Focus Race Car Concept is powered by 2.0-liter Ford EcoBoost turbo engine. The car is specially designed to showcase this engine in LA.

    It will be used used to compete in various global road and touring car racing championships. the first appearance of the Focus Race Car Concept will take place in the 2011 BTCC – 2011 British Touring Car Championship.

    Ford Focus Race Car Concept features FIA regulation safety cage, AST performance coil-over adjustable dampers, Ford Racing upgraded sway bars with adjustable end links and front brakes with 320mm two-piece rotors and race pads for additional stopping power. (more…)

  • 2012 Ford Focus Special Editions – Personalization, FSWerks and 3dCarbon

    Ford PersonalizationBesides the the new race car concept, Ford also presented at this year’s LA auto show three aftermarket, 2012 Ford Focus Special Edition models.

    The first is developed by Ford Vehicle Personalization, the second comes from FSWerks and the third is 3dCarbon.

    Hopefully, the three specially developed models will be more tempting for the more demanding customers.

    The 2012 Ford Focus Special Edition models showcase various upgrades, from alloy wheels and trick exterior pain schemes, to various performance upgrades and aerodynamic enhancements. (more…)

  • Porsche Cayman R debuts at LA Auto Show

    Porsche has officially unveiled the detail specifications and images on its all-new R-titled, monstrous ride – the 2011 Porsche Cayman R. Ready for its public premiere today at the Los Angeles Auto Show, the staggering racy Cayman R offers petrol heads 55 kilograms (121 lb) lighter body and ten horsepower more powerful plant than the famous Cayman S.

    The stunning mid-engine coupe takes its power from a specially tuned 3.4-litre six-cylinder engine with 330 horsepower (243 kW), which fitted with a six-speed manual gearbox (standard) catapults the 2-seater from zero to 100 km/h (62 mph) in 5.0 seconds. Optionally, Porsche is offering an even faster – seven-speed PDK transmission, which reduces the 0 to 100 km/h time interval to 4.9 seconds, as well as Sport Chrono packages that are further capable to shorten that interval to 4.7 seconds.

    In the terms of fuel consumption, the 2011 Porsche Cayman R estimates 9.7 l/100 km (29.12 mpg) with six-speed gearbox and 9.3 l/100 km (30.37 mpg) with PDK.

    Visually, Porsche’s new beast vehicle benefits from 20 millimeters lowering in comparison with the Cayman S, and has distinctive fixed rear spoiler, sleek silver-finished alloys and long list of sporting goodies on both the interior and exterior.

    The extraordinary sporty Porsche Cayman R is scheduled for market launch from February 2011. Its price tag on the German market is expected to be 69,830 Euro, including VAT.

    2011 Porsche Cayman R
    2011 Porsche Cayman R
    2011 Porsche Cayman R
    2011 Porsche Cayman R
    2011 Porsche Cayman R

  • Paul Weller MINI Cooper – a one-off car for charity

    Last week, MINI and the famous mod rock legend Paul Weller have announced a collaboration project aimed at raising money for two charities – Nordoff Robins and War Child. The project represents an exclusively styled, one-off MINI Cooper ride designed by Paul Weller, which will be auctioned online and all the proceeds will be divided between the two charities.

    Based upon a MY2009 MINI Cooper, Paul Weller’s MINI ride boasts a fresh exterior color mixture that features bold pink and brown stripes across the car’s entire body and a single silver line running up the bonnet and over the roof. Further highlights of the unique British vehicle icon include sleek 17-inch Crown Spoke Alloys, black leather upholstery, Bluetooth, front heated seats, and Chili Pack.

    Paul Weller shares: “I’ve always loved and driven MINIs  so when I was given the opportunity to design a bespoke Mini Cooper I wanted to create something that reflected the mood and colours associated with the Mod era, which was also the classic Mini’s hey day. I’d already expressed these colours in a shirt I designed for Ben Sherman a few years ago, so it made sense to me to continue the theme using a MINI Cooper as a palate.

    MINI Cooper Paul Weller design
    MINI Cooper Paul Weller design
    MINI Cooper Paul Weller design
    MINI Cooper Paul Weller design
    MINI Cooper Paul Weller design
    MINI Cooper Paul Weller design

  • 2012 Mercedes CLS 63 AMG – Comfort, Style and Sport in ONE!

    The new CLS 63 AMG was officially unveiled at the Los Angeles Auto Show.

    The car is slightly modified compared to the ordinary CLS and features a new hood, modified bumpers, a revised grille, and unique front fenders. It also has an aggressive rear diffuser, a four-tailpipe exhaust system, LED daytime running lights and 19″ five-spoke alloy wheels.

    The interior boasts burl walnut trim, but there is an option for piano black and carbon fiber trim, AMG sports seats, and a three-spoke steering wheel with aluminum shift paddles for the gearbox. (more…)

  • Range Rover Evoque 5-Door – officially here!

    Land Rover has decided to reveal fully its exceptional 5-Door version of the recently premiered Range Rover Evoque, which is planned to be publicly showcased at the today’s starting 2010 Los Angeles Auto Show. (more…)