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  • Chevrolet Previews Performance-Oriented SEMA Concepts

    2013-SEMA-Chevrolet-MalibuLTZ-THUMBChevrolet has just previewed several performance-oriented concepts which are going to debut at the SEMA Show in Las Vegas between 5th and 8th of November. The vehicles are based on brand’s most popular passenger cars, including the Sonic and all-new Impala.

    In addition, there was also shown a personalized version of the Malibu, which includes new and enhanced technologies for 2014 that improve efficiency and personal connectivity. For instance, such are the Stop/Start engine technology contributes and the new Siri with Eyes Free Mode and Text-to-Voice.

    All of the SEMA concepts include accessories designed to allow personalization while maintaining excellent refinement and ride characteristics. First, a pair of “super” Sonics leads the charge into SEMA, each packing enhancements for their respective 1.4L turbo engines, along with suspension, exterior and interior accessories – and distinctive color-and-graphic packages.

    The Chevrolet Performance Sonic RS concept includes engine performance, suspension/brakes and appearance refinements. A Stage Kit, cold-air induction and a high-flow exhaust system allow the 1.4L turbo engine to develop more power.

    The enhancements on the engine are supported by a track-tuned suspension system and higher-performance brake upgrade kit, including Wilwood front calipers, while a suspension kit lowers the ride height for a sportier stance.

    The power of the engine is transmitted onto road via the Chevrolet Performance 18-inch, split-five-spoke wheels. They perfectly complement the Lemon Peel Yellow exterior. The latter is accentuated with blue graphics; tinted headlamps and fog lamps; blue-accented window moldings and rear hatch trim.

    There are some other addition exterior accessories such as color-tinted grille trim, headlamp rings and mirror caps. The interior also includes re-trimmed seats in black leather, with Lark Yellow contrast stitching.

    The next Sonic Concept vehicle is called Ricky Carmichael All-Activity Sonic concept. The car adds an all-new performance package with parts from Chevrolet Performance. Here the highlights include Chevrolet Performance 1.4L Turbo Stage Kit with high-flow exhaust, Chevrolet Performance cold-air induction, Chevrolet Performance suspension kit with lowered ride height, Chevrolet Performance brake package with Wilwood front calipers, Chevrolet Performance 18-inch wheel-and-tire package featuring custom gloss black with green lip.

    This car is finished in satin black exterior paint that is pearlized with blue, along with custom graphics. The Sonic’s body is emphasized with a concept rear wing spoiler, smoked lamp housings, ground effects package and a unique grille. It also wears a THULE roof rack.

    The interior of the car features FOX Racing boardshort material for the seat inserts. It in turn complements dark green and black leather instrument panel trim and door trim with lime green piping. A matching, green/black-trimmed flat-bottom steering wheel continues the theme. Other interior features include an upgraded sound system, a Chevrolet Accessories pedal kit and a custom aluminum shift knob.

    Another Sonic concept that hasn’t been shown yet is the Victory Red Sonic concept, which represents the true meaning of personalization. It will be equipped with body-color door handles with chrome stripe, chrome liftgate and mirror cap trim, Chevrolet Accessory exterior graphics package, Chevrolet Accessory door sill plates and all-weather floor mats, Chevrolet Accessory footwell lighting package and pedal covers, Kicker 200-Watt DSP amp with 200-Watt powered subwoofer.

    Some exterior details will be changed during the SEMA Show, thus giving the car a different visual look during the convention. This concept also includes Borla performance exhaust, Chevrolet Performance suspension kit with lowered ride height, Chevrolet Performance brake package with Wilwood front calipers and Chevrolet Performance 18-inch wheel-and-tire package.

    The second model which is tuned for the SEMA Show is the Spark EV. The Tech Performance concept is a pure-electric urban mini-car that utilizes uses no gasoline, but a GM-built motor. It can deliver up to 295 Nm (400 lb-ft) of instant torque, and can go from 0 to 60 mph in 7.5 seconds.

    Some of the features here include custom exterior color and graphics, a unique backlit Chevrolet “bowtie” emblem in the grille and performance billet aluminum wheels, Chevrolet Accessory sill plates, floor mats and pedal covers, body-color trim plates and green stitching on the shifter boot and steering wheel, military-style flip-up “activation switch” on the instrument panel and other lightweight features.

    Next, the Urban Cool Impala concept builds on the Impala LTZ with custom-painted grille accents, Chevrolet Accessories concept ground effects and Chevrolet Accessories concept 20-inch wheels.

    The sporty style of the LTZ is additionally emphasized via a lowered stance. On the other hand, the high-intensity discharge headlamps and LED daytime running lamps contribute towards more sophisticated appearance.

    Inside, the vehicle includes a high-gloss piano black and anodized low-gloss black interior, contrasting with Sky Cool Gray leather-trimmed seats that also have perforated leather inserts and orange stitching. What is more, the occupants will enjoy Impala’s available 11-speaker Bose Centerpoint Surround Sound System, which connects to the Chevrolet MyLink system via an eight-inch-diagonal color touch screen.

    The Malibu LTZ concept includes a wide range of technology, comfort and refinement enhancements. At the SEMA Show the vehicle will show its superiority thanks to performance-style ground effects and Chevrolet Accessories 19-inch wheels with a Sterling Silver finish.

    In addition, the car also includes a Borla exhaust system, a concept Stage Kit and cold-air induction system that support the performance of the Malibu.

    At last but not least, at the Show Chevrolet will exhibit Personalization Cruze Diesel concept, that will feature a distinctive ground effects package by 3dCarbon, as well as an updated front fascia and chin spoiler. Inside, the sound system is refined through a Kicker Audio components and an ambient lighting package.

    Source: Chevrolet

  • TEASER: 2014 Kia K900

    2014-Kia-K900-THUMBKia Motors America is going to make an exclusive debut next month with the reveal of a rear wheel drive sedan at the Los Angeles Auto Show. With the car the brand aims to value sophistication and luxury.

    As a matter of fact, at other markets the car is known with the name Quoris and will go on sale in the beginning of next year. The new K900 is also scheduled to go on sale next year and be available with either a V6 or V8 engine.

    More information around the new vehicle will be unveiled near official debut. However, we are sure that the new Kia K900 will sport exquisite LED lights, fluidic exterior design, aggressive front grille and numerous advanced technology features.

    Source: Kia

  • 2014 Range Rover Long Wheelbase – Even More Luxurious

    Land Rover has announced the 2014 Range Rover Long Wheelbase. The big SUV will make its official debut at the Dubai Motor Show – from 5th to 9th, November.

    The Long Wheelbase Range Rover is 200mm longer than the normal version, which brings a 140mm increase in rear legroom for additional comfort for rear passengers. The increase in length has enabled the rear seats to recline to 17 degrees, which is 8 degrees more than on the standard model. It will also have powered side door blinds and a panoramic sunroof as standard along with an increased luggage compartment.

    2014 Range Rover Long Wheelbase will be available in five trim levels – Vogue, Vogue SE, Autobiography and Autobiography Black as well as the Hybrid model, which is expected in the beginning of the next year.

    Other highlights include highest quality leathers and materials for the interior and two exclusive sets of seven-spoke 21” and 22” alloy wheels.

    Three exclusive interior color combinations are available with the Range Rover Autobiography Black at launch; Ebony/Lunar, Espresso/Tan and Dark Cherry/Ivory, the latter including a unique dual-tone seat.

    2014 Range Rover Long Wheelbase
    2014 Range Rover Long Wheelbase
    2014 Range Rover Long Wheelbase
    2014 Range Rover Long Wheelbase
    2014 Range Rover Long Wheelbase
    2014 Range Rover Long Wheelbase
    2014 Range Rover Long Wheelbase

    Source: Land Rover

  • 2014 Citroen Grand C4 Picasso – Brand New 7-seat MPV

    2014 Citroen Grand C4 Picasso will make its official debut at The Gadget Show Live from Friday 1st to Sunday 3rd November. Visitors to the show will be able to ‘discover the world inside’ Citroen’s brand new 7-seat MPV, which offers class-leading versatility, space and economy.

    The vehicle boasts innovative technologies such as dual display screens – a 7” touchscreen and a customisable 12” panoramic HD screen – which are a stylish and smart way of keeping users connected and in control.

    To make parking even easier customers can also benefit from ‘Park Assist’, which provides automatic assistance when manoeuvring into a tight parking space, whether parallel parking or reversing straight back. There is even the option of a motorised front passenger footrest and massaging front-seats as luxurious technological touches.

    Thanks to a new lighter platform, improved aerodynamics and optimised engines, the New Grand C4 Picasso is able to deliver class-leading CO2 emissions – from just 98g/km – and 74.3mpg combined cycle fuel economy.

    Other vehicles in Citroen’s hall will be DS5 Hybrid4, DS3 and DS3 Cabrio.

    2014 Citroen Grand C4 Picasso
    2014 Citroen Grand C4 Picasso

    Source: Citroen

  • Cam Shaft Audi TT RS White Edition by PP-Performance

    Cam-Shaft-Audi-TT-RS-White-Edition-by-PP-Performance-THUMBCam Shaft and PP-Performance have collaborated to remodel the iconic Audi TT RS. The strongest and fastest Audi model was given performance boost and new visual appearance.

    To go further into details, the car was fitted with intercooler by down pipe, 200 cells metal cat, a bigger fuel pump and sintered metal clutch. These modifications result in at least 470 horsepower (345 kW) (in comparison, the production model develops 340 hp) and 650 Nm (480 lb-ft) of torque.

    There have been also installed new ceramic brakes, front lip, bonnet, outer mirrors, rear bonnets, wings and diffusor made of carbon fibre. In addition, Cam Shaft wrapped this Audi in glossy black foiling which was later combined with mat pearl white.

    To make the perfect contrast, the doors and sills were wrapped in mat black. To match the elements in black, the rims were coated in glossy black, while lathing the outer surfaces in high polish. Finally, the oeuvre was sealed by glossy clear varnish.

    Cam Shaft Audi TT RS White Edition by PP-Performance
    Cam Shaft Audi TT RS White Edition by PP-Performance
    Cam Shaft Audi TT RS White Edition by PP-Performance
    Cam Shaft Audi TT RS White Edition by PP-Performance
    Cam Shaft Audi TT RS White Edition by PP-Performance
    Cam Shaft Audi TT RS White Edition by PP-Performance
    Cam Shaft Audi TT RS White Edition by PP-Performance
    Cam Shaft Audi TT RS White Edition by PP-Performance
    Cam Shaft Audi TT RS White Edition by PP-Performance
    Cam Shaft Audi TT RS White Edition by PP-Performance
    Cam Shaft Audi TT RS White Edition by PP-Performance
    Cam Shaft Audi TT RS White Edition by PP-Performance
    Cam Shaft Audi TT RS White Edition by PP-Performance
    Cam Shaft Audi TT RS White Edition by PP-Performance
    Cam Shaft Audi TT RS White Edition by PP-Performance
    Cam Shaft Audi TT RS White Edition by PP-Performance
    Cam Shaft Audi TT RS White Edition by PP-Performance
    Cam Shaft Audi TT RS White Edition by PP-Performance

    Source: Miranda Media

  • BMW 2-Series Convertible and GranCoupe [renders]

    After the recent revealing of the all-new BMW 2-Series Coupe, Theophiluschin has published several render pictures of the Convertible and GranCoupe versions. Both models will probably hit the market sometime in the end of next year.

    BMW 2-Series Convertible is a perfect choice for people, who don’t like big cars. All models in the range have grown bigger, so the 4-Series Convertible is a pretty big car. Of course, women drivers will be attracted to 2-Series Convertible a lot.

    BMW 2-Series GranCoupe is expected to be a bit longer than the 2-Series Coupe. It will provide more legroom for passengers at the rear.

    The engine range will be exactly the same as this one in the Coupe model: 220d, 230d, 220i, 228i and M235i.

  • TEASER: Second Generation 2014 Nissan Qashqai

    2014-Nissan-Qashqai-THUMBNissan has just exclusively revealed the first teaser image of the upcoming second generation 2014 Nissan Qashqai. The vehicle will be revealed in less than 10 days – on 7th of November.

    The Qashqai is considered as one of the most significant car in the modern history, and with its second generation the brand is promising to redefine the crossover sector and set new standards across the board.

    Not much information has been revealed so far. The model is reinvented from the ground up, with the aim to push the boundaries of design and innovation. In addition, it will include sector’s first technologies and introduce fresh thinking in every area.

    The designers and engineers of the vehicle promise advanced aerodynamics and state of the art cabin infotainment systems. The new Qashqai takes on the spirit of the ground-breaking original and amplifies the core qualities that have endeared it to over 2.0 million drivers around the world.

    Source: Nissan

  • Kia’s Soulful Journey at SEMA

    2014-kia-soul-teaser-THUMBSEMA Show is the main topic for the day as different car brands are announcing what vehicles are they to exhibit at the forthcoming event. The famous Korean brand Kia is one of them and it has just announced that it is going to present at the Show not one but five Soul models, modified in different manner.

    The company is promising the visitors “A Soulful Journey”, where each of the five Souls is going to be uniquely inspired by the world of music. As a teaser, Kia has released a colorful image of the rear of one of the models that carries the name Vans Warped Tour Soul.

    The car expresses the youthful and fun spirit of the Vans Warped Tourexperience, and it is ready to hit the road on a musical journey. In fact, the car has exterior which is eye-catching thanks to the air-brushed job, the red 20-inch wheels with performance low-profile tires and a slide-out barbeque. At last, a barrage of Infinity speakers will deliver a true concert experience for the occupants.

    Source: Kia

  • 2013 Audi Sport Quattro Concept [video]

    Audi has published a video clip with the all-new Sport Quattro Concept, which was introduced at the 2013 Frankfurt Motor Show in Germany. The modern version of the original 1984 Sport Quattro is described as a “legitimate successor”.

    Audi Sport Quattro Concept is powered by a 4.0 liter twin-turbo V8 and an electric motor with combined power of 700HP (515 kW) and 800Nm (590 lb-ft) of torque. 0-100 km/h in 3.7 seconds and a top speed of 305 km/h (189 mph). A 14.1 kWh lithium-ion battery pack provides an all-electric range of up to 50 km (31 miles). The Sport Quattro Concept is able to return 94.1 mpg US – 2.5 liters / 100 km with CO2 emissions of only 59 g/km.

    The curb weight is 1,850kg (4,078 lbs).

    httpv://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rV41yQeRTK4

    Audi Sport quattro concept
    Audi Sport quattro concept
    Audi Sport quattro concept
    Audi Sport quattro concept
    Audi Sport quattro concept

    Source: Audi

  • 2014 Ford Mustang Convertible by Hollywood Hot Rods To Debut At SEMA

    One of the highlights at SEMA Show at Ford Motor Company’s stand will be 2014 Ford Mustang GT Convertible transformed by Hollywood Hot Rods. The team envisioned to create something uniquely different than a standard Mustang.

    And it definitely did, because the professionals didn’t just add accessories and a custom paint job, but in fact have changed the car. They have redesigned some key elements of the car, like the roof and rear section.

    The result is an entirely new and bold design that propels Mustang into supercar status while retaining classic Mustang DNA. More than 150 hours of went into reshaping the entire rear section of the car in metal. Additional 250 hours were needed for hand-forming of the aluminum lift-off roof.

    Other body modifications that feature the front splitter, side scoops, skirts and diffuser were made in aluminum. What is more, Hollywood Hot Rods decided to enhance the powertrain of this Mustang via a Ford Racing Whipple supercharger and Banks Power water-methanol injection system.

    As a consequence, the 5.0-liter V8 engine is now capable of developing 750 horsepower (551 kW). Cortex Racing X-treme grip track suspension system complements the tires. At last, a full custom interior was created in order to round-off the envisioned idea of American supercar.

    Exterior:

    • Handmade lift-off aluminum hard top
    • Completely redesigned tail section
    • One-off handmade aluminum body accessories, front grille, air splitter, rear wing

    Engine:

    • 5.0-liter V8 with Ford Racing Whipple supercharger
    • Banks Power water-methanol injection system

    Suspension:

    • Cortex Racing, X-treme grip track suspension including rear Watts linkage and torque arm
    • JRI coilover dampers at all four corners
    • StopTech six-piston brakes

    Source: Ford

  • State-of-the-Art Technology in the New Vauxhall Insignia

    Powerful and stylish, the brand-new Vauxhall Insignia has improved several of the best features present in some of the most modern cars in order to offer the driver some of the most satisfying driving sensations he will be able to experience. Extremely comfortable and designed with real people in mind, the New Insignia presents a great performance, the latest technology and a wide range of models to choose from. Whether you are looking for a new car to replace you old one, or to use daily, the New Vauxhall Insignia is one of the best options on the market.

    Equipped with the latest technological tools and features, the New Insignia includes extremely advanced systems that will help the pilot drive and handle with ease every aspect of the car. For instance, the Human Machine Interface and Infotainment Systems are able to present the information the driver needs when he needs it. All kinds of information, from the satellite navigation to the music or radio application menus, are accessible by using either voice commands or the integrated touch screen.

    The Intellilink System, another of the brand-new Vauxhall Insignia technological features, allows any smartphone and every other technological device to be connected to the car. The driver is also able to stream audio or video via those devices just by using Bluetooth signals. Making use of the 8-inch touch-screen and touch-pad control, the driver has the option of downloading any of the multiple applications available and compatible with the system. It is possible to listen to the most popular music radio stations, learn about the traffic conditions, listen to an audio book, or even listen to the latest news.

    Adaptive Forward Lighting, on the other hand, is a headlight system designed to drive in real-life conditions. This technology allows the car to automatically move the bi-xenon headlights while also adjusting its luminosity and position according to the different weather or climate conditions. Adaptive Forward Lighting is a great solution to enhance the visibility on the road at night, making driving in difficult conditions much safer.

    Another technological feature of the Vauxhall Insignia is the Advanced Park Pilot, a mechanism that will allow the driver to detect and be guided into an existing parking space. Whether the driver wants to park in small spaces or in his own garage, Advanced Park Pilot allows him to save time and effort, detecting even the smallest obstacle to ensure a very smooth parking.

    If you are looking to learn some more regarding the New Vauxhall Insignia, or would like to find out more about the equipment, the different available models, or the technology behind the car, click here for all the information about Vauxhall’s New Insignia

  • Ferrari F12 Berlinetta – Drift [video]

    Chris Harris burned five sets of rear tires during the review of Ferrari F12 Berlinetta. The supercar was mainly going sideways with a lot of smoke coming out from the rear tires.

    The F12 Berlinetta is a sensational sports car. It is powered by a 6.3 liter 65° naturally aspirated V12 engine – 740HP (544 kW) and 690Nm (509 lb-ft). 0-100 km/h – 3.1 seconds and 0-200 km/h in 8.5 seconds. The top speed is over 340 km/h (211 mph).

    The curb weight is just 1,525 kg. A new suspension and gearbox layout helps reduce the car’s rear volume. The result is fantastic with a weight distribution 46:54 (front-rear axle).

    The F12 Berlinetta is fitted with Michelin Pilot Super Sport tyres – 255/35 ZR20 at the front and 315/35 ZR20 at the rear.

    Enjoy!

    httpv://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cjp1xjOzJqY

    2012-ferrari-f12berlineta-01
    2012 Ferrari F12berlineta

    Source: /Drive via Youtube