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2014 Lexus RC Coupe at the 2013 Tokyo Motor Show

Lexus will exhibit the all-new RC Coupe at the 2013 Tokyo Motor Show starting 20th November.

The displayed models will be RC 350 with a 3.5-liter V6 engine, and the RC 300h hybrid with a 2.5-liter engine. The RC line brings to life the luxury marque’s focus on emotional appeal through a dynamic and alluring two-door coupe. It has been developed to raise the brand’s profile with a broader audience and new-to-Lexus customers. It injects emotional appeal into the Lexus DNA that is synonymous with build quality, refinement and reliability.

The driver’s cockpit is divided into operational and display zones. The upper zone houses the instrument panel and a 7″ navigation screen while a layered center console integrates a new Lexus first Remote Touch Interface.
Important for a coupe, the seats utilize an integrated foaming construction method – much like the molding of racing seats – to ensure optimum occupant comfort and support.

	RC 350	RC 300h
Length / in.	184.8	184.8
Height/ in.	54.9	54.9
Width / in.	72.4	72.4
Wheelbase/ in.	107.5	107.5
Seating capacity persons	4	4
Engine type	3.5L Gasoline	2.5L HV

Source: Lexus

November 4, 2013

Debut For Lexus LF-NX Turbo SUV Concept At Tokyo Motor Show

Lexus_LF_NX_concept_THUMB At the 2013 Tokyo Motor Show which will start from 20th of November and will end on 1st of December, the luxury brand Lexus will make the world premiere of Lexus LF-NX compact crossover SUV concept. The event will take place at Tokyo Big Sight in Koto Ward.

The LF-NX concept made its official debut earlier this year at the Frankfurt Motor Show. The new mid-size crossover concept will probably be included in the future model range. It has been outfitted with a newly-developed 2.0-liter turbo engine which delivers power and improved fuel economy.

The sportier look of the vehicle is not only ensured by the rugged forms and its aggressive stance, but also by the lower center of gravity, highlighted even more by the front under spoiler. Lexus’ new crossover concept has a lean profile, compact and sharp body and bold tires matched with unique wheels.

Everything in the design of this SUV speaks about unique power and an exciting drive. Inside, the new remote touch interface with touchpad functionality provides an advanced, user-friendly experience unique to the brand.

Source: Lexus

November 4, 2013

STOPTECH Brake System – Volkswagen Golf VII based cars

Stoptech now offers uncompromising big brake systems for Volkswagen Golf VII based cars. Most of Stoptech exchange braking systems have a technical components MOT certificate.

The new STOPTECH One-Piece-BBK-brake offers about 5 meters less of brake path, reached by use of 328 x 25 mm slotted or perforated one piece brake discs, 4-piston fix brake caliper, steel flex pipes and adequate brake pads.

The price for the braking system is €1,490 plus €189 Euro for mounting, including professional running-in.
A test over 10 braking actions of two Golf VII-GTI high performance vehicles, each one with KW coilovers, 19” aluminum rims and equal tires in head-to-head record – the one with serial braking system, the other one with one-piece Stoptech brake – has shown the following measuring results as presented in the following overview for wet and dry lane:

Measuring                  GTI Series                     GTI STOPTECH
1 – cold / wet                 41,20                             38,50
2 – cold / wet                 40,40                             37,60
3 – wet                            38,30                             35,20
4 – wet                            37,10                             34,10
5 – dry                            35,50                             30,20
6 – dry                            34,60                             29,50
7 – dry                            35,20                             29,80
8 – dry                             35,30                            30,00
9 – dry                            35,50                             29,40
10 –dry                           35,60                            29,70
Total average               Q = 36,87                      Q = 32,40

Averaged on wet lane:
GTI serial brake 39,25 m vs. GTI STOPTECH = 36,35 m = 2,90 m less

Averaged on dry lane:
GTI serial brake 35,28 m vs. GTI STOPTECH = 29,76 m = 5,51 m less

In total averaged:
GTI with serial brake 36,87 m vs. GTI STOPTECH = 32,40 m = 4,47 m less of brake path.

„One-Piece-BBK“ available for:

Audi A3/S3 8P

Audi A3/S3 8V

Audi TT

Seat Leon 1P / 5F

Seat Toledo / Altea 5P

Skoda Octavia 1Z

VW Golf 5 (Plus & Variant) 1K (1KP & 1KM)

VW Golf 6 (Plus & Variant) 1K (1KP & 1KM)

VW Golf 7 AU

VW Eos 1F

VW Jetta 1KM

VW Scirocco 13

Source: Stoptech

November 4, 2013

Chevrolet Corvette Stingray range at the 2013 SEMA

Chevrolet has announced three Corvette Stingray models for the 2013 SEMA. These are Gran Turismo Concept, Pacific Concept and Convertible Atlantic Concept.

The special-edition Corvette Stingray concept is a real version of the virtual racing winner (from Gran Turismo 6 for Sony Playstation 3). It is powered by the new LT1 6.2 liter V8 – 460HP (338 kW) and 630Nm(465 lb-ft) of torque. The engine is connected to a 7-speed manual gearbox.

Upgrades:

Custom exterior paint scheme

Yellow-tinted headlamps

Carbon fiber rear wing

Custom carbon fiber hood and extractor design

Ground effects kit with carbon fiber rockers and front splitter

Custom exhaust tips

Racing-style front tow hook

Custom front grille

Custom front fender and rear quarter vents

Custom-trimmed Competition Sport seats

Driver and passenger racing harnesses

Custom flat-bottom steering wheel

Leather-wrapped safety belt bar and rear braces.

Second is the Corvette Stingray Coupe Pacific concept influenced by West Coast culture. It boasts a carbon fiber hood and a visible carbon-fiber weave on the removable roof panel, as well as a satin-black front splitter and rocker extensions. The Z51 rear spoiler is painted Carbon Flash Metallic with a Carbon Flash graphics package. The interior features a carbon fiber trim kit, along with the available Competition Sport seats and a flat-bottom steering wheel with a carbon fiber finish.

It also comes with a number of Chevrolet Accessories, including distinctive satin black aluminum wheels with a red accent stripe (8.5J x 19″ front and 10J x 20″ rear).

Last, but not least is the Corvette Stingray Convertible Atlantic concept featuring sophisticated styling enhancements resembling the details and refinement of a private jet. The exterior wears new Carbon Flash Metallic front splitter, rocker extensions and rear lower diffuser, along with Fusion Gray headlamp housings and hood accents. It is trimmed with a sueded-wrapped interior package.

Upgrades:

Chrome five-spoke wheels – 19 x 8.5-inches in front and 20 x 10-inches in the rear

Wheel center caps with the Stingray script

Under-hood liner with the Stingray logo

Carbon Flash Metallic rear license plate holder

Molded splash guards

Windscreen mounted behind the seats

Custom luggage

Premium carpet floor mats

Sill plates

Embroidered center armrest with the Stingray logo.

Source: Chevrolet

November 4, 2013

Lamborghini Aventador vs CLS 63 AMG, X6 ///M and RS 6

It’s time for some drag racing – Lamborghini Aventador is going against Mercedes-Benz CLS 63 AMG Gorilla Racing with 820HP, BMW X6 ///M PP-Performance Stage 4 with 760HP and Audi RS6 Sportmille R900+ with 900HP.

The first start is against the CLS 63 AMG which lost the race stopping the clock at 29.417 seconds with 299.75 km/h on 1 mile mark, while the Aventador did 27.361 seconds with 300.50 km/h.

The second start is versus the same CLS 63 AMG which did a lot better – 28.344 seconds with 302.26 km/h, but lost again. The Aventador finished in 27.339 seconds with 300.00 km/h.

The third race is against X6 ///M which also lost with 28.971 seconds with 276.49 km/h, while the Aventador crossed the finish line in 27.235 seconds with 303.03 km/h.

In the last start the Aventador faced super-powerful RS6 with over 900HP, which finished in 27.056 seconds with 310.61 km/h. The Lamborghini crossed the finish in 27.101 seconds with 304.31 km/h and set 10.881 seconds with 209.30 km/h on ¼ mile. All these times are personal absolute records.

Lamborghini Aventador is winner 2^nd place in Super Cars Class 2013.

httpv://www.youtube.com/watch?v=k09EGuJK-zQ

Source: Dragtimesinfo via Youtube

November 4, 2013

Toyota Dream Build Challenge Let’s Go Moto Tundra

The last vehicle to compete in Toyota Dream Build Challenge is called Let’s Go Moto Tundra. It was created as a result of the collaboration between two motocross athletes – Josh Grant and Justin Brayton and Toyota.

The modified Tundra is the ultimate desert sports machine. With some help from JGRMX and N-FAB, this Toyota vehicle now has expandable electronic awnings and TV screens, along with all motocross gear and attitude.

As one can see the size of this Tundra is very unusual. The team kept the front half of the 2014 Tundra with a CrewMax cabin and swapped in an 8-foot long truck bed from another Tundra. In addition, there was added a custom-built metal box that serves in terms of accommodation of the length of a motocross bike, plus three TV screens on doors that swing open.

To be more precise, one of the TVs plays off a game console so the riders have entertainment between competitions, while the second one can play DVDs and a third – bike engine diagnostics. For the functionality of the truck contribute a fridge, power washer, helmet dryer and space for tools, back-up gear and hydrogen tanks.

At last, the entire vehicle was lifted from the ground by nearly 12 inches to handle the rugged desert terrain. The two Team Toyota athletes and their partners had only seven weeks in this year’s Toyota Dream Build Challenge to modify a vehicle and make it unique.

The winner will be announced on 5th of November at SEMA Show. To win, Grant and Brayton must score the greatest number of votes among the other competators: the freestyle skier Simon Dumont with partner Oakley with the Ultimate Dream Ski 4Runner; BMX rider Drew Bezanson with partner Skullcandy and the 2014 Corolla tuned for performance and NASCAR driver Parker Kligerman with partner Kyle Busch Motorsports, who transformed a 2013 Camry into a rally car.

$Toyota Dream Build Challenge Let\'s Go Moto Tundra$

Video Source: YouTube

Source: Toyota

November 4, 2013

Kahn Land Rover Discovery Twin Turbo XS RS300

The latest modification in the garage of the premium luxury tuners at A. Kahn Design is the Kahn Land Rover Discovery Twin Turbo XS RS300 look for practicality and style.

The Land Rover received a makeover and now it is capable of setting a fashion statement in every sense. The contributor for this is the aggressive looking styling package, which now adorns the Discovery.

To be more precise, the package comprises of RS Front Grille with 3D mesh, 9.5 x 22 and 10.5x 22” RS-R wheels at the front and rear respectively, RS vented front and rear air dams, brake calipers finished in liquid red, privacy tinted glass, door entry sill plates in stainless steel, front wheel arch LED light strips and Kahn enamel tailgate logo and wing shield branding.

Kahn’s interiors are always a masterpiece. No exception is the modified interior design of this model. The bespoke touch includes front, middle and rear seats in quilted and perforated black and red leather, clock bezel surround finished with Swarovski Diamonds, colored rev counter dial and four door armrest stitching.

But there is more – one can also see throughout the coupe Kahn red enamel key ring with Kahn logo, diamond quilted centre glove box, time clock facia insert, floor mats, vented foot pedals in machined aluminum, and santoniri black colour change. This tuning is definitely for connoisseurs and it is worth the attention in every aspect.

Source: A. Kahn Design

November 4, 2013

Toyota Dream Build Challenge Ultimate Dream Ski 4Runner [VIDEO]

Toyota Dream Build Challenge Ultimate Dream Ski 4Runner is the third entry in Japanese brand’s competition and its design is focused on freestyle skiing. In fact, it is all about the cold weather.

For this project, Toyota has partnered with the athlete Simon Dumont and Oakley in order to enhance the 4Runner and make it more aggressive than ever but also to equip it with varios comforts.

The Ultimate Dream Ski 4Runner has an oversized front grill work, a dark Oakley camouflage-patterned vehicle wrap, LED lights and a rugged, metal roof rack designed to electronically lower and open to store two sets of skis.

In terms of comfort, this vehicle adds customized experience, thanks to the doors, music, windows and other interior features which are being controlled by three separate iPads. Inside, there is also a coffeemaker, a dryer for each glove and boot and a mountable grill stored in the rear cargo area.

Dumont is a Team Toyota member, and is one of the best freestyle skiers in the world who will compete in the 2014 Winter Olympics. His custom ride is one of four entries in this year’s Toyota Dream Build Challenge.

Source: Toyota

November 4, 2013

BMW M235i at the Race Track [video]

BMW M235i - Front Angle

BMW has published an interesting video showing the true nature of the 2-Series M235i. The high-performance small coupe was driven by DTM driver Andy Priaulx, who was a lot eager to get his hands on it.

Andy drives the M235i around the Thruxton Circuit in the United Kingdom and as we all expected, he is pretty impressed from the road behavior of M235i. It boasts “exceptional” brakes and superb traction.

2014 BMW 2-Series M235i is powered by a 3.0-liter TwinPower Turbo inline six-cylinder engine – 326HP (240 kW) and 450Nm (322 lb-ft) 0-100 km/h in 4.8 seconds and a top speed of 250 km/h (155 mph). The engine is connected to an 8-speed ZF automatic gearbox.

The M235i will be unveiled at the 2014 Detroit Auto Show and will hit the market at $44,025.

httpv://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2xsbd3vqtio

Source: BMW

November 1, 2013

Peugeot 208 HYbrid FE Concept [video]

Peugeot 208 HYbrid FE Concept - Front Angle

Peugeot has announced the 208 Hybrid FE Concept. The manufacturer has released a new video clip of the super-efficient hatchback capable of doing 134 mpg UK or 112 mpg US – 2.1 litres / 100 km with CO2 emissions of 46 g/km.

The 1.2 liter VTi three-cylinder engine and the electric motor have combined power of 108HP (80 kW). 0-100 km/h in 8.0 seconds, which is decent performance for such type of vehicle.

208 Hybrid FE Concept boasts composite body panels, carbon fiber components, a polycarbonate windshield and a lightweight suspension. There is also a new namic grille, a rear spoiler and 19” wheels with specially developed “Tall & Narrow” Michelin tires. Thanks to all these modifications, the hybrid 208 has Cd of less than 0.25.

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

Source: Peugeot

November 1, 2013

Renault Megane RS 265 Red Bull RB8 Limited Edition

Renault has announced Megane RS 265 Red Bull RB8 Limited Edition to celebrate team’s drivers’ and constructors’ triumph for the 4^th consecutive season in Formula 1. The series will be produced in just 120 units and all of them will have an exclusive Dusk Blue paint scheme with platinum detailing.

Packed with cutting edge technology, the only thing missing is wings. The striking hot hatch includes Recaro seats, R-Link Multimedia system and TomTom Live navigation system, Bridgestone Potenza RE050A tyres, plus the latest on-board Renaultsport Monitor v2.0 featuring a more user-friendly interface, GPS-tracked lap timing, 0-62 mph times, G-force diagram, power output data and other information.

It is powered by a 2.0 liter turbocharged four-cylinder petrol with 265HP (197 kW) and 360Nm (267 lb-ft) of torque. 0-100 km/h in under 6 seconds and a top speed of 250 km/h (155 mph) – eletronically limited.

The Renault Megane RS 265 Red Bull RB8 Limited Edition is already available on the Australian market – $49,990 AUD.

Source: Renault

November 1, 2013

2014 Jaguar XKR-S GT [video]

Drive has published a nice video clip with the super-fast Jaguar XKR-S GT driven by Chris Harris. The sports car is already available on the market with pricing starting from $174,000 in the US or £135,000 for Europe.

The XKR-S GT is powered by a 5.0 liter supercharged V8 with 550HP (404 kW) and 680Nm (501 lb-ft) of torque. 0-100 km/h in 3.9 seconds and a top speed of 299 km/h (186 mph). The engine is connected to a 6-speed automatic gearbox sending power to the rear wheels.

Some of the features include ceramic brake system, height-adjustable and adaptive dampers, a carbon-fibre front splitter, dive planes, extended wheelarch spats, an elevated rear wing, rear diffuser and an aluminium valance.

Enjoy the video!

httpv://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QnTqg3QeiOg

Source: /Drive via Youtube

November 1, 2013

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